One of Saskatoon’s Top Rated Tattoo Studios
Love the vibe at Mama tried! Have been tattooed by a couple of the girls there! Will be the only place I get tattooed!
Home to some of Saskatoon’s Best tattoo artists
Custom tattoos crafted with care in a clean, welcoming and eco-friendly studio. Find expert artists in almost every style, and comfort-focused extras to make your experience as amazing as your tattoo. Browse by artist or style, or let us help you find the right fit. Tell us about your tattoo ideas!
Realistic black + grey
Generally has no outlines, a soft and very detailed style that looks close to a real photograph.
Colour realism
Designed to look like a full colour photograph with lots of detail.
Minimalistic
Designs that are simplified to be less detailed, with little to no shading, or very simplified shading.
Neo-Traditional-ish
Often encompasses a wide variety of designs – generally taking bold and simple lines from traditional tattoos, and adding a contemporary influence and more detail.
Illustrative
Often has a hand drawn feel to it, using various line weights to give an individual interpretation of an idea, and less of a realistic one.
Traditional
Often refers to American Traditional, and uses a very simple and bold approach to lines and colour, influenced by the pioneers of the industry.
Script
Words, names and quotes.
Watercolour
A soft application of colour to look like it’s been painted with watercolour paint.
Linework
No shading just simple lines.
Cartoon tattoos
Can be done to look like the original reference or with more of a real cartoon feel!
Mixed Styles
Tattoos that combine two or more unique syles together.
Geometric
Can include patterns, mandalas and other shapes.
Semi Realism
Can be done to look like the original reference or with more of a real cartoon feel!
Commitment to Exceptional Artistry
We promise to deliver tattoos of the highest quality, crafted with precision and care and ensuring attention to every little detail.
Commitment to Safety and Comfort
We uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and professionalism, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for every client throughout their tattoo experience.
Commitment to Respect and Service
We treat every client with respect and prioritize extraordinary customer service, ensuring you feel heard, valued, and supported from consultation to completion.
Colleen
Favourite thing to tattoo:
Line art + the human figure!
Sydney
Favourite thing to tattoo:
A wide variety of styles, especially neotraditional + nature!
Kristy
Favourite thing to tattoo:
Anything in colour, especially flowers & cats!
Katja
Favourite thing to tattoo:
Portraits, roses & nature, realistic or neotraditional, and especially in colour!
Daljeet (Dee)
Favourite thing to tattoo:
Fine line, geometric, floral + illustrative!
Kathleen
Favourite thing to tattoo:
A wide variety of styles including illustrative + especially birds!
Murray
Favourite thing to tattoo:
Anything realism, black + gray or colour, + especially horror!
Happy Collectors
Love the vibe at Mama tried! Have been tattooed by a couple of the girls there! Will be the only place I get tattooed!
You are all so amazing!!! Tattoos are a journey. I am blessed to have safe and supportive environment and a talented group of artists willing to bring my vision to life.
Love this shop! Amazing atmosphere, friendly staff, and such talented people here. I love that they cheer each other on. I always feel welcome and comfortable.
Love all these ladies! They make you feel like you are a part of their team. Their work and professionalism is beyond amazing. Thank you all so much for allowing my to be apart of you artistic journeys
Went there for my first tattoo and everyone was very nice and so welcoming. They made booking super easy!! Definitely recommend!
The Mama Tried Chronicle
In The Mama Tried Chronicle, we open the doors to our studio to share the stories that bring each tattoo to life. Dive into articles on tattoo art and culture, get an in-depth look at our artists, their inspirations, and techniques, and find the perfect guide for your next piece. This is your space to connect, get inspired, and celebrate the art we carry with us.
