Why Choose Solana Tattoo Company: Fort Collins’ Trusted Tattoo Studio

Aimee Heckel
Sep 4
4 min read

Updated: Sep 6

Art brings stories to life, and sharing our stories is as close as humans can ever get to immortality. Tattoos aren’t just decoration; they are a way of preserving memory, identity, and meaning on skin forever.

That’s why finding the right tattoo studio in Fort Collins matters.

As a proud CSU graduate and Northern Colorado natives, the founders of Solana Tattoo Company built this tattoo & piercing studio around one vision: to create a safe, inspiring space where clients could trust their stories to skilled hands. Today, Solana Tattoo has become the Go-to tattoo shop in Fort Collins, where clients return again and again for its artistry, atmosphere, and overall experience.

At Solana, every tattoo is more than ink. It is a collaboration, a memory, and a promise of professionalism you can feel from the first hello to the healed result.

What Sets Solana Apart

Experienced, Passionate Artists

Female tattoo artist tattooing a client in Fort Collins — Sabrina tattooing a client. Photo by Geoff Worcester

Our team is built on experience and dedication. With artists who have decades of tattooing behind them, college degrees in art, and specialties ranging from fine line to realism to blackwork, Solana was intentionally designed as a studio where no style is out of reach. Whether you are looking for custom tattoos in Fort Collins or something spontaneous, we will match you with the right artist for your vision.

A Welcoming, Judgment-Free Environment

At Solana, inclusivity is not a slogan. It is our daily reality. As an inclusive tattoo shop in Fort Collins, we welcome everyone: first-timers, veterans, LGBTQ+ clients, grandparents, athletes, students, and everyone in between.

Our team is made up of people from every walk of life: bikers, sorority alum, skaters, weightlifters, a former aerospace engineer, Colorado locals, Ukrainian refugees, people of all kinds of ethnicities, sexual orientations, and genders – you name it. The diversity of our team reflects the diversity of our clients. No matter who you are, you will find a place here where you are respected, seen, and celebrated.

The vibe of Solana is warm and approachable. Whether you are nervous about your first tattoo or relaxed and adding your tenth, our staff will put you at ease (and probably become your friend). People consistently describe their client tattoo experience here as comfortable, professional, and empowering.

High Standards for Cleanliness & Safety

Sterile piercing equipment — Sterile, single-use, wrapped equipment at Solana Tattoo Company. Photo by BAM Photography

Your health is our priority. That is why we follow the strictest safety protocols in the industry. We use single-use needles, a medical-grade autoclave that is third-party spore-tested for effectiveness, and hospital-level sterilization on all reusable tools.

Every artist here is certified in blood-borne pathogen handling, a practice rarely required in other shops. This level of professionalism makes Solana a truly safe tattoo studio, where you can focus on your art and your story without worrying about hygiene. Read more about our safety standards here.

This commitment means you are not just getting the best tattoo artist in Fort Collins for your design, but also the safest hands possible.

Collaborative Custom Work

JD talking to a client at Flash Friday — JD talking to a client. Photo by Cinesinner

A tattoo is not just made. It is co-created. We are an art-centric shop. At Solana, your ideas drive the design. Our artists refine sketches, adjust details, and collaborate with you until the design feels right. From the first tattoo consultation to the last wipe of ink, you are part of the process.

This is why so many clients highlight their client tattoo experience with us as positive, stress-free, and deeply personal. We believe that collaboration is what transforms a tattoo from a good design into a great piece of meaningful art that you will treasure. See our design process here.

Aftercare Support and Long-Term Relationships

Our relationship with you does not end when the tattoo session does. We provide detailed aftercare instructions easily accessible 24/7 online, quick responses to questions, and ongoing support for free touch-ups or healed results. Clients know they can message us at any time, often receiving immediate answers from our team.

At Solana, we do not just want to give you a tattoo. We want to be the shop you trust for a lifetime of tattoos. Our dedication to building lasting relationships is part of what makes Solana Tattoo Studio the preferred choice for many people in Northern Colorado. See our aftercare guide here.

Client Testimonials

“I walked into Solana after seeing the fantastic reviews online. All true. Wonderful tattoo and piercing shop. I had a design in mind and Aiden quickly drew up what I was looking for. I hardly felt it as Aiden had a light hand. I highly recommend!” – Stephanie F.

“Sabrina has the feather touch. The discomfort was minimal, and I thoroughly enjoyed our conversations. Needless to say, I was extremely pleased with the results. She is my tattoo artist of choice.” – Joseph F.

“Ez did an awesome job. Got me exactly what I wanted. Real solid and professional artist. Would go back again.” – Brandon D.