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Invoke Tattoo and Art Gallery

5424 Oleander Drive #9

Wilimington N.C.

Ethan

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Appointment Only

Nothing fancy…. Just a normal day of sounds at the shop 🐉#asmrsounds #tattooshopasmr #tattooshop

Nothing fancy…. Just a normal day of sounds at the shop 🐉#asmrsounds #tattooshopasmr #tattooshop

A tattoo lasts forever

The experience should be just as memorable

Welcome to Invoke Tattoo

A tattoo lasts forever

The experience should be just as memorable

Welcome to Invoke Tattoo

Most people work for the weekend… we work all week creating something that lasts a lifetime.

At Invoke Tattoo, we’ve never believed tattooing should feel rushed or crowded. Every artist works from a spacious private studio, giving you a comfortable, professional environment where creativity comes first. That focus allows our artists to do what they do best—create tattoos you’ll be proud to wear for life.

For over a decade, our clients have trusted us with their biggest ideas, most meaningful moments, and once-in-a-lifetime pieces. As we continue through our 12th year, we’re grateful for everyone who’s been part of that journey.

If you’ve been thinking about starting a sleeve, finishing a large project, or finally getting that tattoo you’ve been putting off, now is the time. The holidays arrive faster than you think, and artist calendars fill quickly.

Book your consultation today and let’s create something incredible before Christmas.

📍 Downtown Wilmington, NC
🖤 Private Studios • Experienced Artists • Custom Tattoos • Walk-ins When Available

Most people work for the weekend… we work all week creating something that lasts a lifetime.

At Invoke Tattoo, we’ve never believed tattooing should feel rushed or crowded. Every artist works from a spacious private studio, giving you a comfortable, professional environment where creativity comes first. That focus allows our artists to do what they do best—create tattoos you’ll be proud to wear for life.

For over a decade, our clients have trusted us with their biggest ideas, most meaningful moments, and once-in-a-lifetime pieces. As we continue through our 12th year, we’re grateful for everyone who’s been part of that journey.

If you’ve been thinking about starting a sleeve, finishing a large project, or finally getting that tattoo you’ve been putting off, now is the time. The holidays arrive faster than you think, and artist calendars fill quickly.

Book your consultation today and let’s create something incredible before Christmas.

📍 Downtown Wilmington, NC
🖤 Private Studios • Experienced Artists • Custom Tattoos • Walk-ins When Available

🐫🐪 @tangztattooz now booking!! #camelcigarettes #tattoostyle #blackandgreytattoo

🐫🐪 @tangztattooz now booking!! #camelcigarettes #tattoostyle #blackandgreytattoo

🍓by @mwhitetattoos87 #bunnytattoo #tatted #strawberrytattoo #rabbitworld

🍓by @mwhitetattoos87 #bunnytattoo #tatted #strawberrytattoo #rabbitworld

Feel the ache to get a tattoo this week?…. Come and get it! A real one. Artist on deck this weekend!! First come first serve. #tattoo #ink #ilm #tattoowilmingtonnc

Feel the ache to get a tattoo this week?…. Come and get it! A real one. Artist on deck this weekend!! First come first serve. #tattoo #ink #ilm #tattoowilmingtonnc

Just Megan White doing what she does best. 🎨 Visit @mwhitetattoos87 to book. #colortattooartist #tattooideas #femaletattooartist

Just Megan White doing what she does best. 🎨 Visit @mwhitetattoos87 to book. #colortattooartist #tattooideas #femaletattooartist

New artist alert. @tangztattooz down from Mass is bringing 🔥. Book with him now before space is limited. Appointment slots this summer available but not for long.

DM us or Ethan to Schedule.

Check out his free $500 giveaway!

New artist alert. @tangztattooz down from Mass is bringing 🔥. Book with him now before space is limited. Appointment slots this summer available but not for long.

DM us or Ethan to Schedule.

Check out his free $500 giveaway!

Please Welcome Invoke’s new artist, Ethan. 5 years in and crushing it. Book will fill up fast for his work so book ASAP! @tangztattooz DM to book!

Please Welcome Invoke’s new artist, Ethan. 5 years in and crushing it. Book will fill up fast for his work so book ASAP! @tangztattooz DM to book!

Work in progress by Kurt. #tattoo #ink #inked #tattooartist #blackandgraytattoo

Work in progress by Kurt. #tattoo #ink #inked #tattooartist #blackandgraytattoo

🦇 Invoke after dark 🦇

🦇 Invoke after dark 🦇

NEW ARTIST / NOW BOOKING
FINE LINE • STIPPLE • MICRO REALISM

Welcome Megan McCormick to Invoke Tattoo.

Delicate, intentional work inspired by nature, philosophy, and the beautifully macabre — built with precision and detail that lasts.

Secure your spot: https://venue.ink/@thegreenshe

NEW ARTIST / NOW BOOKING
FINE LINE • STIPPLE • MICRO REALISM

Welcome Megan McCormick to Invoke Tattoo.

Delicate, intentional work inspired by nature, philosophy, and the beautifully macabre — built with precision and detail that lasts.

Secure your spot: https://venue.ink/@thegreenshe

Clean lines. Crisp intention.
Nature, refined.

Soft black & grey with precise dotwork—this piece sits light on the skin but holds strong in every detail.

#InvokeTattoo #WilmingtonNC #BlackAndGreyTattoo #FineLineTattoo #DotWorkTattoo BirdTattoo FloralTattoo NatureTattoo UpperArmTattoo CleanAndCrisp TattooArt CustomTattoo TattooDesign InkLife TattooCulture HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist HealedAndSolid TimelessTattoo

Clean lines. Crisp intention.
Nature, refined.

Soft black & grey with precise dotwork—this piece sits light on the skin but holds strong in every detail.

#InvokeTattoo #WilmingtonNC #BlackAndGreyTattoo #FineLineTattoo #DotWorkTattoo BirdTattoo FloralTattoo NatureTattoo UpperArmTattoo CleanAndCrisp TattooArt CustomTattoo TattooDesign InkLife TattooCulture HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist HealedAndSolid TimelessTattoo

Delicate doesn’t mean weak
Precision speaks louder

Layered florals and fine dotwork flowing with the arm—every line intentional, every detail built to age clean and stay readable.

#InvokeTattoo #WilmingtonNC #BlackAndGreyTattoo #FineLineTattoo #DotWorkTattoo FloralTattoo ForearmTattoo CustomTattoo TattooArt DelicateDetail CleanWork TattooDesign InkLife TattooCulture HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist HealedAndSolid TimelessTattoo FlowWithTheBody

Delicate doesn’t mean weak
Precision speaks louder

Layered florals and fine dotwork flowing with the arm—every line intentional, every detail built to age clean and stay readable.

#InvokeTattoo #WilmingtonNC #BlackAndGreyTattoo #FineLineTattoo #DotWorkTattoo FloralTattoo ForearmTattoo CustomTattoo TattooArt DelicateDetail CleanWork TattooDesign InkLife TattooCulture HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist HealedAndSolid TimelessTattoo FlowWithTheBody

Beauty with a bite.

Storytelling in skin—bold, smooth black & grey with just enough red to pull you in. Every detail placed with intention, every line built to last.

#InvokeTattoo #WilmingtonNC #BlackAndGreyTattoo #TattooArt #CustomTattoo LegSleeve FeminineTattoo StoryTattoo RedRidingHoodTattoo FloralTattoo BoldAndSmooth CleanWork TattooDesign InkLife TattooCulture HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist HealedAndSolid TimelessTattoo

Beauty with a bite.

Storytelling in skin—bold, smooth black & grey with just enough red to pull you in. Every detail placed with intention, every line built to last.

#InvokeTattoo #WilmingtonNC #BlackAndGreyTattoo #TattooArt #CustomTattoo LegSleeve FeminineTattoo StoryTattoo RedRidingHoodTattoo FloralTattoo BoldAndSmooth CleanWork TattooDesign InkLife TattooCulture HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist HealedAndSolid TimelessTattoo

Strength in motion
Power with purpose

Charging forward through anything in its path—grounded, relentless, and alive with detail. Megan brought this piece to life with bold contrast and clean color that’s built to last.

#InvokeTattoo #MeganWhiteTattoo #WilmingtonNC #ColorTattoo #BullTattoo StrengthTattoo TattooArt CustomTattoo BoldLines CleanWork TattooDesign LegTattoo NatureTattoo FloralTattoo TattooCulture InkLife HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist TimelessTattoo

Strength in motion
Power with purpose

Charging forward through anything in its path—grounded, relentless, and alive with detail. Megan brought this piece to life with bold contrast and clean color that’s built to last.

#InvokeTattoo #MeganWhiteTattoo #WilmingtonNC #ColorTattoo #BullTattoo StrengthTattoo TattooArt CustomTattoo BoldLines CleanWork TattooDesign LegTattoo NatureTattoo FloralTattoo TattooCulture InkLife HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist TimelessTattoo

Built to outlast the body
Engineered in ink

Heart of steel. Mind of bone.
Bold lines and dot work built for longevity—this piece hits with intention and holds its ground over time.

#InvokeTattoo #WilmingtonNC #BlackAndGreyTattoo #DotWorkTattoo #BoldLines TattooArt ChestTattoo SkullTattoo AnatomicalHeart CustomTattoo TattooDesign InkLife TattooCulture TattooCollector HealedAndSolid HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist CleanWork TimelessTattoo

Built to outlast the body
Engineered in ink

Heart of steel. Mind of bone.
Bold lines and dot work built for longevity—this piece hits with intention and holds its ground over time.

#InvokeTattoo #WilmingtonNC #BlackAndGreyTattoo #DotWorkTattoo #BoldLines TattooArt ChestTattoo SkullTattoo AnatomicalHeart CustomTattoo TattooDesign InkLife TattooCulture TattooCollector HealedAndSolid HighEndTattoo NorthCarolinaTattoo TattooArtist CleanWork TimelessTattoo

A moment of peace, framed in color.
Sunset therapy you can carry with you.

#InvokeTattoo #ColorTattoo #BrightColorTattoo #SunsetTattoo PalmTreeTattoo TropicalTattoo TattooArt InkLife TattooInspiration WilmingtonNC NCtattoo CustomTattoo TattooArtist HealedAndBold GoodVibesOnly

A moment of peace, framed in color.
Sunset therapy you can carry with you.

#InvokeTattoo #ColorTattoo #BrightColorTattoo #SunsetTattoo PalmTreeTattoo TropicalTattoo TattooArt InkLife TattooInspiration WilmingtonNC NCtattoo CustomTattoo TattooArtist HealedAndBold GoodVibesOnly

Not just tattoos—statements that last a lifetime.
This is what happens when skill meets intention.

#InvokeTattoo #AeternumTattoo #TattooArt #CustomTattoo #BlackAndGreyTattoo ColorTattoo TattooCulture InkLife TattooArtists TattooStudio HighEndTattoo TattooWork SkinArt TattooInspiration TattooReel WilmingtonNC NCtattoo TattooCollectors BoldStatements MakeAStatement

Not just tattoos—statements that last a lifetime.
This is what happens when skill meets intention.

#InvokeTattoo #AeternumTattoo #TattooArt #CustomTattoo #BlackAndGreyTattoo ColorTattoo TattooCulture InkLife TattooArtists TattooStudio HighEndTattoo TattooWork SkinArt TattooInspiration TattooReel WilmingtonNC NCtattoo TattooCollectors BoldStatements MakeAStatement

Made to fit. Built to move.
Every curve placed with purpose—design that wraps, flows, and lives with the body.
Not just a tattoo… a composition.

#InvokeTattoo #KurtTattoo #MadeToFit #BlackAndGreyTattoo #LegSleeve #OctopusTattoo #TattooFlow #CustomTattoo #TattooDesign #InkWork #TattooLife #TattooArtist #SmoothShading #TattooDetail #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #TattooComposition #RealismTattoo #OceanTattoo #WrapTattoo

Made to fit. Built to move.
Every curve placed with purpose—design that wraps, flows, and lives with the body.
Not just a tattoo… a composition.

#InvokeTattoo #KurtTattoo #MadeToFit #BlackAndGreyTattoo #LegSleeve #OctopusTattoo #TattooFlow #CustomTattoo #TattooDesign #InkWork #TattooLife #TattooArtist #SmoothShading #TattooDetail #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #TattooComposition #RealismTattoo #OceanTattoo #WrapTattoo

Clean lines. Smooth blends. Intentional flow.
Designing tattoos that move with the body and stay soft as they heal.
Built for longevity, not just the moment.

#InvokeTattoo #KurtTattoo #CleanAndSmooth #BlackAndGreyTattoo #FloralTattoo #TattooFlow #SmoothShading #TattooDesign #CustomTattoo #InkWork #TattooLife #TattooDetail #SoftShading #TattooArtist #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #TattooSleeve #FineLineTattoo #HealedLook #TattooComposition

Clean lines. Smooth blends. Intentional flow.
Designing tattoos that move with the body and stay soft as they heal.
Built for longevity, not just the moment.

#InvokeTattoo #KurtTattoo #CleanAndSmooth #BlackAndGreyTattoo #FloralTattoo #TattooFlow #SmoothShading #TattooDesign #CustomTattoo #InkWork #TattooLife #TattooDetail #SoftShading #TattooArtist #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #TattooSleeve #FineLineTattoo #HealedLook #TattooComposition

Bold. Timeless. Built to last.
Classic design, solid application—tattoos that age the right way.
Big Phil keeping it clean and forever.

#InvokeTattoo #BigPhilTattoo #SolidForever #TraditionalTattoo #NeoTraditional #BoldLines #TattooFlash #HeartTattoo #SpiderTattoo #CleanTattoo #TattooDesign #InkWork #TattooLife #CustomTattoo #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #TattooArtist #TattooDetail #BoldWillHold #ClassicTattoo

Bold. Timeless. Built to last.
Classic design, solid application—tattoos that age the right way.
Big Phil keeping it clean and forever.

#InvokeTattoo #BigPhilTattoo #SolidForever #TraditionalTattoo #NeoTraditional #BoldLines #TattooFlash #HeartTattoo #SpiderTattoo #CleanTattoo #TattooDesign #InkWork #TattooLife #CustomTattoo #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #TattooArtist #TattooDetail #BoldWillHold #ClassicTattoo

Clean lines. Solid design. No shortcuts.
Bold structure with soft detail—this one speaks for itself.
Big Phil putting in that steady work.

#InvokeTattoo #BigPhilTattoo #CleanAndSolid #BlackAndGreyTattoo #ColorPopTattoo #IllustrativeTattoo #BirdTattoo #HeronTattoo #FloralTattoo #TattooWork #TattooArtist #InkLife #TattooDetail #BoldLines #TattooDesign #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #CustomTattoo #TattooStyle #SolidWork

Clean lines. Solid design. No shortcuts.
Bold structure with soft detail—this one speaks for itself.
Big Phil putting in that steady work.

#InvokeTattoo #BigPhilTattoo #CleanAndSolid #BlackAndGreyTattoo #ColorPopTattoo #IllustrativeTattoo #BirdTattoo #HeronTattoo #FloralTattoo #TattooWork #TattooArtist #InkLife #TattooDetail #BoldLines #TattooDesign #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #CustomTattoo #TattooStyle #SolidWork

Building flow, not just filling space.
Every piece designed to move with the body and stand the test of time.
This sleeve is coming together exactly how it should… one intentional layer at a time.

#InvokeTattoo #SleeveDreams #BlackAndGreyTattoo #FloralTattoo #TattooFlow #CustomTattoo #TattooDesign #TattooArtist #InkWork #TattooLife #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #SmoothShading #TattooSleeve #InkAddict #TattooDetail #HealedVsFresh #TattooComposition #TattooProcess #FineLineTattoo

Building flow, not just filling space.
Every piece designed to move with the body and stand the test of time.
This sleeve is coming together exactly how it should… one intentional layer at a time.

#InvokeTattoo #SleeveDreams #BlackAndGreyTattoo #FloralTattoo #TattooFlow #CustomTattoo #TattooDesign #TattooArtist #InkWork #TattooLife #WilmingtonNC #NorthCarolinaTattoo #SmoothShading #TattooSleeve #InkAddict #TattooDetail #HealedVsFresh #TattooComposition #TattooProcess #FineLineTattoo

Bold black and gray with just enough color to hit.
Built for contrast. Built to last.

Work by @bigphiltattoos
Now booking.

#wilmingtontattoo #nctattoo #wilmingtonnc
#blackandgraytattoo #horrortattoo #ghostfacetattoo
#tattooartist #tattoosofinstagram #tattooideas
#inked #boldtattoos #darkarttattoo
#invoketattoo #philtattoo

Bold black and gray with just enough color to hit.
Built for contrast. Built to last.

Work by @bigphiltattoos
Now booking.

#wilmingtontattoo #nctattoo #wilmingtonnc
#blackandgraytattoo #horrortattoo #ghostfacetattoo
#tattooartist #tattoosofinstagram #tattooideas
#inked #boldtattoos #darkarttattoo
#invoketattoo #philtattoo

Bright color. Solid saturation.
Built to stay bold over time.

Work by @mwhitetattoos87
Now booking.

#wilmingtontattoo #nctattoo #wilmingtonnc
#colortattoo #brighttattoos #floraltattoo
#tattooartist #tattoosofinstagram #tattooideas
#inked #tattoodesign #colorwork
#invoketattoo #meganwtattoo

Bright color. Solid saturation.
Built to stay bold over time.

Work by @mwhitetattoos87
Now booking.

#wilmingtontattoo #nctattoo #wilmingtonnc
#colortattoo #brighttattoos #floraltattoo
#tattooartist #tattoosofinstagram #tattooideas
#inked #tattoodesign #colorwork
#invoketattoo #meganwtattoo

Black and gray done right.

@bigphiltattoos
Now booking.

#wilmingtontattoo #nctattoo #wilmingtonnc
#blackandgraytattoo #realismtattoo #skulltattoo
#tattooartist #tattoosofinstagram #tattooideas
#inked #boldtattoos #tattoodesign
#invoketattoo #philtattoo

Black and gray done right.

@bigphiltattoos
Now booking.

#wilmingtontattoo #nctattoo #wilmingtonnc
#blackandgraytattoo #realismtattoo #skulltattoo
#tattooartist #tattoosofinstagram #tattooideas
#inked #boldtattoos #tattoodesign
#invoketattoo #philtattoo

Invoke Tattoo (Wilmington, NC) is opening a private 120 sq ft station for the right artist.

This is not a volume shop. This is not a beginner environment.

We are building a team focused on:
• Clean, high-level work
• Professional client experience
• Consistent content & growth

What we offer:
• 70/30 split (artist favored)
• Private workspace
• Strong shop reputation & client flow
• Marketing support + content system
• Artist-owned environment (21 years experience)

Who this is for:
• Artists confident in their work
• Artists who want to grow, not coast
• Artists who care about long-term quality

📩 DM portfolio + Instagram

Invoke Tattoo (Wilmington, NC) is opening a private 120 sq ft station for the right artist.

This is not a volume shop. This is not a beginner environment.

We are building a team focused on:
• Clean, high-level work
• Professional client experience
• Consistent content & growth

What we offer:
• 70/30 split (artist favored)
• Private workspace
• Strong shop reputation & client flow
• Marketing support + content system
• Artist-owned environment (21 years experience)

Who this is for:
• Artists confident in their work
• Artists who want to grow, not coast
• Artists who care about long-term quality

📩 DM portfolio + Instagram

Work in progress by Kurt

Work in progress by Kurt

2 120sq ft booths available. 70/30 split. Earthlite massage tables on commercial uplift tables. Many supplies carried by shop. DM for details.

2 120sq ft booths available. 70/30 split. Earthlite massage tables on commercial uplift tables. Many supplies carried by shop. DM for details.

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