Paradise Tattoo

06/19/2026

For Dad.

Classic eagle and hourglass by Stefan Johnson at Paradise Tattoo.

Bold, timeless, and built to last.

Stefan works by appointment only. Book a free text consultation through our website to get started.

📍 Downtown Santa Cruz

06/04/2026

SUMMER GUEST ARTIST WANTED ☀️

Paradise Tattoo is looking for a Fine Line or Traditional Tattoo Artist to join our team in downtown Santa Cruz.

This is a great opportunity for a local artist, traveling artist, or guest artist looking to stay busy all summer.

What sets us apart?
• Heavy foot traffic in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz
• Tons of daily walk-ins
• Busy summer tourist season
• Established reputation and strong online presence
• Supportive team environment
• Immediate start available

We’re looking for artists who are professional, motivated, reliable, and ready to tattoo.

If you’re tired of sitting around waiting for appointments and want access to real walk-in volume, let’s talk.

📍 Paradise Tattoo – Downtown Santa Cruz
📲 DM us or send your portfolio and Instagram

Summer is here. The traffic is here. The clients are here. We just need the right artist.

Tag an artist who should see this 👇

04/11/2026

420 Flash Day at Paradise Tattoo! Walk-ins welcome and 420-friendly! Whether you’re feeling something psychedelic-inspired, we’ve got tons of flash from our artists and guest artists. DJ, snacks, chill Santa Cruz vibe. College students get discounts! Looking forward to a fun, positive day—whether you’re getting tattooed or not, come by, say hi, and bring some good vibes!






You can also dm your artist here and get a custom tattoo drawn for this special day. Dknt be shy dm your artist.

03/16/2026

One from Friday the 13th by

03/06/2026

03/01/2026

Walk ins all day everyday. By Joseph James 12-10pm

Santa Cruz number 1 rated traditional tattoo shop

02/22/2026

⚡️ CUSTOM TRADITIONAL APPOINTMENTS ⚡️

is booking custom traditional tattoos every Saturday & Sunday.
Bold lines. Solid color. Timeless designs that hit hard and heal right.

No trends. No gimmicks. Just real tattooing.

📩 Send him a DM on Instagram
📧 Or reach out by email
🔗 Hit the link in our bio to lock in your spot

Serious inquiries only. Let’s make something that lasts.

02/19/2026

By

02/03/2026

Friday the 13th + Valentine’s Day tattoo event
Two days of walk-in tattoos
Friday the 13th & Saturday the 14th
Starting at 12pm, first come first served
Thousands of designs to choose from
Tattoos starting at $75+ depending on size, detail, and placement
12pm–12am both days
Everyone who gets their name on the list will be tattooed

Flyer artwork by (contact him for artwork consignments

Artist attending
@ joseph James




With special guest tattoo artist