Start Your Tattoo Idea
YOUR NEXT TATTOO STARTS HERE (Scroll to bottom for contact form)
Have an idea? A reference photo? Or maybe just the beginning of something you’ve been thinking about?
That’s enough to get started.
Tell us what you’re thinking and we’ll help with the rest — from choosing the right artist to working through size, placement, design direction and pricing.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
Not sure which artist is right for your idea? We can help with that, too.
SEE WHAT WE CREATE
From bold color and traditional work to black & grey, realism, florals and completely custom designs, every tattoo starts with an idea.
Take a look at some of the work coming out of Essential Ink.
MEET YOUR ARTISTS
Finding the right artist matters. Each of our tattoo artists brings their own style, experience and approach to the table.
ANDREW TASSONE
Color Realism • Black & Grey • Custom Tattooing
Tattooing since 2000, Andrew brings decades of experience and more than 150 awards from tattoo conventions across the country.
Whether you’re planning a detailed custom piece or a larger project, Andrew works with you to turn your idea into artwork designed specifically for you.
HANNAH
Traditional • Floral • Blackwork
Hannah creates bold, thoughtful tattoos with a love for traditional imagery, florals, blackwork and custom designs.
Bring your inspiration or simply bring an idea and let’s see where it can go.
REZ
Black & Grey Realism • Custom Tattooing
Rez specializes in detailed black & grey work, realism and custom designs created around each client’s individual idea.
If you’re looking for something uniquely yours, start the conversation.
NOT SURE WHICH ARTIST TO CHOOSE?
You don’t have to know.
Tell us about the tattoo you’re considering and we’ll help connect you with the artist whose style and experience best fit your project.
HOW IT WORKS
1. TELL US YOUR IDEA
Send us whatever you have — a description, inspiration photos, a sketch, screenshots or even just a rough concept.
2. WE’LL FIND THE RIGHT FIT
Already have an artist in mind? Great.
Not sure? We can help match your project with one of our artists.
3. LET’S TALK DETAILS
We’ll work through things like placement, approximate size, design direction, pricing and availability.
4. MAKE IT OFFICIAL
Once the details are worked out, we’ll get your appointment scheduled and your tattoo on the books.
20 YEARS OF ESSENTIAL INK
Essential Ink has been part of the Murrieta community since 2006.
Over the years, thousands of tattoos have walked out our doors — from tiny meaningful pieces to full-scale custom projects.
But every tattoo still begins the same way:
with someone saying, “I have an idea…”
And we’d love to hear yours.
YOU DON'T NEED TO HAVE IT ALL FIGURED OUT.
You don't need a finished design.
You don't need to know tattoo terminology.
You don't need to know exactly what size it should be.
You don't need to know which artist you need.
And you definitely don't need to feel awkward about asking questions.
You just need somewhere to start.
Tell us what you're thinking and we'll take it from there.
TELL US YOUR TATTOO IDEA
Fill out the short form below with as much information as you have.
Have reference photos? Send them.
Only have a rough idea? Send that.
Know exactly what you want? We want to hear that, too.
There are no wrong answers here — this is simply the beginning of the conversation.