Business Details
46 Years
experience
Custom Tattoo Artistry in Green Bay
Tattoos By Rick has been at the forefront of professional tattooing in Wisconsin since 1980. Founded by Rick Harnowski, a pioneer in establishing tattooing regulations for Green Bay and the state, our studio combines decades of expertise with strict adherence to health and safety standards. We utilize autoclave sterilization for all equipment and maintain single-use disposal protocols to ensure client safety. Specializing in custom designs, we offer color tattoos, black and grey work, portraits, cover-ups, scar concealment, and restoration services. Our team includes Rick's son Josh Harnowski, who brings formal art education and contemporary techniques to our practice.With 48 years of tattooing experience, Rick remains actively involved in the studio while mentoring emerging artists. We provide comprehensive aftercare guidance using professional-grade ointments to support optimal healing. As hosts of the annual Green Bay International Tattoo Convention, we connect local clients with global tattooing talent. Our commitment to quality, safety, and artistic excellence has made us Green Bay's premier licensed tattoo studio for over four decades.
Services
Custom Tattoos
Color Work
Black & Grey
Portraits
Cover-Ups
Scar Concealment
Restorations
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- 48 years of professional tattooing experience
- Pioneers in Wisconsin tattooing regulations
- Autoclave sterilization for all equipment
- Single-use disposal protocols for client safety
- Family-owned with generational artistic expertise
Services
Custom Tattoos
Our custom tattoo service creates unique body art tailored to individual preferences. Clients collaborate directly with master artists Rick and Josh Harnowski to develop personalized concepts. We specialize in transforming personal stories and meaningful symbols into permanent artistic expressions through detailed consultations and hand-drawn designs.
Portrait Tattoos
We create lifelike portrait tattoos that capture facial details and emotional expressions. Using advanced shading techniques, our artists reproduce photographs into skin-appropriate designs. This service includes multiple revision stages to ensure accurate representation of loved ones, celebrities, or personal icons in permanent ink.
Cover-Ups
Our cover-up service transforms existing tattoos into new artwork while maintaining skin integrity. Artists assess original tattoo placement, color density, and skin condition to design effective overlays. This process often requires multiple sessions to achieve complete coverage while preserving artistic quality.
Scar Concealment
Specialized tattooing techniques help conceal scars from injuries or surgeries. We use skin tone matching and artistic patterns to integrate scars into cohesive designs. This therapeutic service requires careful assessment of scar tissue condition and placement before creating camouflage solutions.
Restoration Work
We restore faded or damaged tattoos to their original vibrancy. Our process involves color replenishment, line redefinition, and density adjustments while maintaining design integrity. Artists evaluate existing ink quality and skin condition to determine optimal restoration approaches for long-lasting results.
People
Rick Harnowski
Owner & Lead Tattoo Artist
Polish immigrant and professional tattoo artist since 1967. Established Green Bay's tattoo regulations and owns Wisconsin's longest-operating licensed studio. Combines traditional techniques with modern safety standards through 48 years of continuous practice.
Josh Harnowski
Senior Tattoo Artist
Rick's son with formal art education from St. Norbert College. Professional tattoo artist since 2006, blending contemporary design principles with family-taught techniques. Specializes in modern color work while maintaining traditional tattoo foundations.
Questions
What age requirement exists for tattoos?
Clients must be 18 years old with valid government-issued ID to receive tattoos at our studio.
How do you ensure equipment sterilization?
We use autoclave sterilization for all metal instruments and dispose of single-use items after each client session.
What aftercare products do you provide?
We supply professional tattoo aftercare ointment and detailed healing instructions with every tattoo service.
Do you offer convention-style tattoo events?
We host the annual Green Bay International Tattoo Convention featuring global artists at the Radisson Hotel.
Can you work on existing tattoos?
Yes, we specialize in cover-ups, scar concealment, and restoration of faded tattoos using advanced techniques.