Ryan Smokoska Tattoos

About Ryan Smokoska Tattoos

Known for

• Private, one-on-one tattoo sessions
• Custom designs developed with each client
• Neo-traditional, American traditional, and new school styles
• Black-and-grey tattoo work
• More than 15 years of artist experience

Google rating breakdown

35 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

• 5★35
• 4★0
• 3★0
• 2★0
• 1★0

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

• work environment×5
• attention to detail×4
• line work×3
• large pieces×3
• tattoo quality×3
• crisp lines×2
• talented artist×2
• tattoo aftercare×2
• color ink tattoos×2
• easy to work with×2

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What reviewers say elsewhere

• “Ryan is an AMAZING artist!! I have now gotten three tattoos by him and will continue to see him for my work. My first one that was done 3 years ago still looks great. HIGHLY recommend this artist!!!”

  — Amber Rodriguez, June 16, 2026 · google

• “First Tattoo in over 25 years. I’m beyond happy to share his art on my body forever, The vision I told him and what he came up with was way beyond what I expected. 10 out 10 happy with his artwork, I will only recommend Ryan from now on.…”

  — Andy Johnson, June 12, 2026 · google

• “Just recently made the road trip again from Indianapolis to Kalamazoo to have Ryan Smokoska do additional work on me. It is soooo worth the drive. He is not only professional but a true artist and visionary when it comes to pulling the i…”

  — Ronn Mesarosh, May 31, 2026 · google

• “Great artist. He is very easy to work with. He lets you determine how much or not you wanna talk. Laid back atmosphere. Give him your idea and let him do his thing you won’t be disappointed”

  — Nate Greer, September 26, 2025 · google

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Ryan Smokoska Tattoos — frequently asked

Is Ryan Smokoska Tattoos open on Mondays?

No — Ryan Smokoska Tattoos is closed on Mondays.

Where is Ryan Smokoska Tattoos?

Ryan Smokoska Tattoos is at 326 W Kalamazoo Ave Ste 316, Kalamazoo, MI 49007.

What is the phone number for Ryan Smokoska Tattoos?

You can reach Ryan Smokoska Tattoos on +1989-295-4620.