Opal Heart Tattoo is Matthews' custom tattoo studio — 4.9 stars from 131 Google reviews, artists who listen first, and a clean, relaxed shop on Margaret Wallace Rd. Walk in with an idea; walk out with a piece you planned together.
Representative photos of tattoo studio work.
Fine line, black-and-grey, color, cover-ups — bring a finished design or a rough idea and we'll draw it up with you before anything is final.
Your idea, drawn for your body. Bring reference photos, a sketch, or just a description — we'll design it with you and show you the stencil before anything is permanent.
Delicate lines, small pieces, lettering done right. Fine line work takes a steady hand and patience — both are standard here.
Smooth shading and depth that holds up for years, from soft portrait work to bold traditional black-and-grey.
Rich, saturated color packed clean so it stays bright after it heals — traditional, neo-traditional, and illustrative styles.
Got a piece you regret? We'll look at what you have and tell you honestly what's possible — a smart cover-up starts with the design, not the needle.
Not sure yet? Come in or call and talk it through — design, placement, size, and price, with zero pressure to book on the spot.
Based at 4709 Margaret Wallace Rd, Matthews, NC 28105 — and on the road across the area every day.
It depends on size, detail, and placement. Tell us the idea and we'll give you a real number after a quick consult — no surprises at the register.
Appointments are the sure way to get the artist you want. Walk-ins are welcome when a chair is open — call ahead and we'll tell you honestly.
Custom work is the heart of the studio. Bring reference photos, a sketch, or just words. For cover-ups, we'll look at what you've got and tell you straight what's possible.
Show up rested, fed, and sober — and bring your ID. You'll leave with aftercare instructions; follow them, keep it clean and moisturized, and it heals right.
Every tattoo changes as it ages. Black and grey and color simply change in different directions, on different schedules.
Call or send a request with your idea — what it is, where it's going, and roughly how big. We'll talk design and price before anything touches skin.
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