When you walk into a tattoo shop, you’ll usually see two options on the wall or in an artist’s book: flash tattoos  and custom tattoos . Both have their place in tattoo culture, and both can be done well—or poorly—depending on the artist behind the machine. At Cheyenne Mountain Tattoo Company in Colorado Springs , we specialize in custom tattoo work , but we also respect the tradition of flash. Here’s a straight-up breakdown of the difference, and how to choose what’s right for your skin....

At Cheyenne Mountain Tattoo Company, tattooing isn’t just a service—it’s craft, collaboration, and storytelling. Every piece we create starts with an idea and ends with something permanent, personal, and built to last. We’re a custom tattoo studio in downtown Colorado Springs, tattooing clients since 2012. Backed by more than 35 years of combined tattoo experience, Michael and Andre are experts at helping people turn concepts, memories, and inspiration into original tattoo work. Custom Work,...