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Dark Sky Tattoo

4.7(52)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 52 reviews (Google rating)Tattoo Shop East Side
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Quick facts

Dark Sky Tattoo is a tattoo shop at 646 E 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI, open daily from undefined.

Address
646 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220
Hours today
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About Dark Sky Tattoo

Dark Sky Tattoo is a custom tattoo studio on the East Side of Ferndale, MI, known for personalized work, coverups and meaningful pieces. At 646 E 9 Mile Rd, the studio’s artists earn repeated praise for their artwork, friendly treatment and professionalism. Clients describe Mike Sloan reimagining an older cardinal tattoo as a coverup, Leila creating a memorial tattoo of a dog, and Johnny Andres working on a long-planned piece across three sessions. The recurring emphasis is on both the finished tattoo and the experience of working with the artist.

Appointments are required, so arrange your visit rather than plan on walking in. Dark Sky Tattoo opens at noon every day, closing at 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and an hour earlier, at 4 p.m., on Sunday. These are afternoon hours rather than late-night sessions. Services take place onsite, credit cards are accepted, and wheelchair-accessible parking is available.

Known for

  • Custom tattoo work
  • Coverups and reimagined tattoos
  • Meaningful memorial pieces
  • Appointment-required studio

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Leila did a extremely important tattoo for me of my dog who recently passed away and I couldn't be happier with the tattoo and the experience. I Highly recommend her and dark sky Tattoo !”

    — Nicholas Shaffner, May 31, 2026 · google

  • “Had the absolute pleasure of working with Johnny Andres on a piece I had wanted to get for years. I travelled all the way from Tampa to Detroit for 3 separate sessions and Johnny showed me the utmost respect and professionalism each tri…”

    — Ryan Anthony, April 19, 2026 · google

  • “I worked with Mike Sloan. I had an old cardinal tattoo that I wanted to update and have it brought to life. He suggested a coverup and reimagined the new piece. I now have two beautifully detailed cardinals on a tree branch. This amazing…”

    — Courtney Beckett, March 31, 2026 · google

  • “Leila did an amazing job!! It was my 3rd time branching out to a new to me artist, as I had a bad experience with a previous artist elsewhere, so I was extremely nervous. Especially for the project I wanted done, searching for an artist …”

    — Amy Y, September 18, 2025 · google

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Dark Sky Tattoo — frequently asked

Is Dark Sky Tattoo open on Mondays?
Yes — Dark Sky Tattoo is open Monday from undefined to undefined.
Where is Dark Sky Tattoo?
Dark Sky Tattoo is at 646 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220.
Does Dark Sky Tattoo do takeout or delivery?
According to its Google listing, Dark Sky Tattoo does not offer delivery.

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