Custom Tattoos
Fine line to traditional, blackwork to color. Nearly every style except hyper-realism.
Midnight Ink: Ink with Meaning
Women-owned · LGBTQ+ friendly · All bodies welcome
Custom tattoos, flash, piercings and scar coverage in Blue Springs, MO.
Walk-ins welcome · Book now, pay later with Klarna
A safe space, always
Whoever you are, whoever you love, however you identify, and whatever your skin has been through, you belong here.
Midnight Ink is a women-owned studio where queer, trans and nonbinary clients, every body type, and every story are welcomed with respect. Your pronouns, your boundaries and your comfort come first.
What we do
Services
Flash
Ready-to-go designs at set prices. Watch for flash days and events.
Piercings
Clean, professional piercings with quality jewelry and aftercare guidance.
Scar Coverage
Our specialty. Thoughtful designs that work with your skin and your story.
Women-owned
Meet Kat
Midnight Ink is owned and run by Kat, who has been tattooing for four years. She works in nearly every style except hyper-realism and specializes in scar coverage: helping people turn marks they carry into art they choose.
Every piece here is ink with meaning.
Book with KatThe crew
Meet the Team
Kat Mapes
Owner · Tattoo Artist & Piercer
Sarah Nicole
Full-time Tattoo Artist
Dasia Tatz
Full-time Tattoo Artist
Rick Roberts
Full-time Piercer
Jillianna Houston
Part-time Piercer
Jeff Mapes
Shop Manager
Kaitlin Cook
Virtual Personal Assistant
When you reach out to Midnight Ink, Kaitlin is usually the first person to help get you in touch with your artist.
Amanda Luttrell
Midnight Concierge
Here to help at every event we have, making your visit smooth from start to finish.
Lily Grace
Apprentice
Future tattoo artist coming soon.
Portfolio
The Work
Recent work by Kat. See more on Instagram: @midnight_ink816
Our community project
The Worn Proud Project
Pro bono scar coverage for people carrying scars from self-harm, mastectomy, transition-related surgery, or a suicide attempt. Feeling beautiful in your skin again shouldn't depend on what you can afford.
Coming up
Events
Fri · Nov 13, 2026 · 10 AM–8 PM
Ink for the Wild
A flash fundraiser for Firefly's Wildlife Rescue.
First come, first served. No reservations, just walk in and pick your flash.
- $60 flash tattoos
- $30 piercings
Quality you can trust
What we work with
- Kwadron
- Stellar Needles
- Revolution Ink
- Dynamic Ink
- Solid Ink
- World Famous Ink
- Saniderm
- Ink Beetle
- Empire Ink
Brand or supplier? Sponsor us →
Healing well
Aftercare & FAQ
How do I care for a new tattoo?
Keep the bandage (like Saniderm) on as directed, wash gently with unscented soap, pat dry, apply a thin layer of aftercare, and avoid soaking, sun, and picking until healed.
How do I care for a new piercing?
Clean with sterile saline twice a day, don't twist or touch the jewelry, and avoid pools and hot tubs while healing.
Can you tattoo over scars?
Usually, yes, once scars are fully healed. Scar coverage is our specialty; book a consult and we'll talk it through.
Is the shop LGBTQ+ friendly?
Absolutely. Midnight Ink is a women-owned, LGBTQ+ friendly space. Tell us your name and pronouns and we'll use them.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Klarna lets you book now and pay later.
Do you take walk-ins?
Yes! Walk-ins are welcome. Want a guaranteed time? Book ahead on Booksy.