If you love spontaneity, surprises, and the thrill of the unknown, gumball tattoos are your kind of fun. They’re small, bold, and designed to give you a little rush of fate with a lasting mark to remember it by. Here’s what the experience is like from start to finish at Red Cat Studio.

Step 1 - Walk right in

No appointments, no waiting lists, no messages for availability. We’re a walk-in-based studio that thrives on spontaneity. Just come by during open hours, and if there are a few people ahead of you, we’ll give you an approximate wait time. It’s a live queue, so hang out, browse flash, or grab a coffee while you wait your turn.

Step 2 - Spin the gumball machine

This is where the fun begins. With a special token you’ll roll our gumball machine and get a capsule that contains a ready-to-go tattoo design. There is a multitude of themed gumball machines to choose from, that get frequently updated.

Whatever you roll is your fate!
But if your first pick doesn’t click, you can re-roll for another $10 as many times as you like and choose your favorite from the designs you’ve rolled. Most people find their match within one or two rolls.

Step 3 - Paperwork & ID

You must be 18+ and have a hard copy of government issued photo ID, or 17 with parental consent with proper identifications, to get tattooed. You’ll fill out a quick consent form.

Step 4 - Choose your placement

Once you’ve picked your design, we’ll help you choose the perfect placement based on its shape, size, and how it’ll look on your skin. Gumball tattoos are small, clean, and versatile — perfect for forearms, ankles, shoulders, wrists, or calves.

Step 5 - Prep & stencil

We clean and prep your skin, shave if needed, and apply the stencil for your new tattoo. You’ll check the placement in the mirror before we start to make sure it looks just right.

Step 6 - The tattoo itself

The tattooing part is quick, fun, and over before you know it. Our artists use high-quality machines, disposable needles and professional ink for a clean, long-lasting result. Most gumball tattoos take under 30 minutes start to finish.

Step 7 - Wrap up & aftercare

Once your tattoo is done, we’ll apply a protective covering and explain how to care for it while it heals. You’ll leave with an easy-to-follow aftercare sheet and a brand-new piece of art to show off.

🌟 Who Gumball Tattoos Are For

People who love spontaneity and fun
First-timers who want something small and stress-free
Collectors who adore flash-style art
Anyone who enjoys letting fate pick the design
Friends or couples looking for a shared adventure

⚠️ Who Gumball Tattoos Aren’t For

Those looking for custom pieces or realism
Anyone planning cover-ups or scar work
Clients with medical conditions that need to consult a doctor before getting a tattoo
People wanting large or intricate tattoos

A selection of themed gumball tattoo mchines

💫 Aftercare in Short

Keep your wrap on for the recommended time
Wash gently with mild soap and lukewarm water
Pat dry - don’t rub
Apply a thin layer of moisturizer once it starts to feel tight
Avoid soaking, swimming, and sun exposure until healed
Once healed, use SPF to protect your new art

Why People Love It

It’s the most authentic walk-in experience you can have - art, surprise, and adrenaline rolled into one. Each capsule holds a design that’s ready to go, so the process is smooth, spontaneous, and 100% fun.

So, walk in. Spin the machine. Re-roll if you must. Let fate ink your story.

🎰 Gumball Tattoos - Walk In, Spin, and Let Fate Choose Your Ink