The Asylum Tattoo

05/27/2026

If you're into nerdy tattoos and in the mood for some spontaneous ink check out Sonders Tattoos, they have availability today from 3:30-8pm.

To inquire send your reference photos including:
- location on the body
- rough size in inches
- desired design changes if any
- preferred time to book for

Our piercer and receptionist Alexa ( on Instagram) will be active in the messenger all day to handle any inquiries or questions!

05/24/2026

Heya folks! We'll be closed for the day today and tomorrow in observance of Memorial Day. Thanks to all who've served in the United States Armed Forces and we'll be back to normal shop hours on Tuesday!

05/22/2026

Our sister shop Sovereign Tattoo is soon to relocate into the heart of Des Moines and welcoming new faces to join the team with the new, larger space along Ingersoll Avenue! Professional artists and piercers interested, feel free to reach out and request the owners!

NO APPRENTICESHIPS. Must have a portfolio 🫶🏻

Sovereign Ink is relocating soon to a new location along Ingersoll Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa.

As we continue growing, our new space will allow more room, more opportunities, and the ability to expand our team with experienced tattoo artists and piercers looking to work in a professional, established, high-traffic environment.

We are currently seeking:
• Experienced Tattoo Artists
• Professional Piercers

We are not accepting apprenticeships at this time. Applicants must have prior experience and a professional portfolio.

If you are interested in joining the team, please reach out to the shop via email or Facebook and request the owners directly.

Big things are coming, and we are excited for this next chapter!

05/18/2026

ATTENTION TATTOO PEOPLE!! DUE TO SOME CHANGING OF PLANS HOT ROD HAS MAY 21ST AS WELL AS JUNE 4TH AND 5TH NOW AVAILABLE. SHOOT US A MESSAGE IF YOU'D LIKE TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT!

05/16/2026

Happy National Piercing Day! We are taking walk ins for piercings all day until 9pm. John, Lissette and Alexa are here and happy to help make your ear stack dreams come true.

Don't know what to get done? Stop in and we will help curate something that flows with what you got!

05/15/2026

Make your bets!

05/08/2026

In need of a Mother's day activity? Come see us on Sunday May 10th for piercings by John and or tattoos by Joseph!

Piercings are done on a walk-in basis so stop by anytime between 12pm and 4pm to get pierced!

Send us a message to book a tattoo or walk in anytime after 1pm! Availability is limited

Keep in mind we are only open 12-5pm so arrive at least an hour before close to ensure getting pierced!

05/08/2026

Blast over style coverup done today by .tattoos Swipe to see before and after!!

05/08/2026

Tequila shot design done by our shop owner

05/02/2026

Sonders Tattoos has these sick Epic the Musical designs available!

Prices vary based on size and location.

If you’re interested in one of these designs, message our page or email us with a screenshot of which design you’re interested in, where on the body you’d like the design, and how big in inches and we can go from there!