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  • Welcome to Bright Lantern Tattoo ————————————————

    ⚔️ Inland Empire • Riverside • Los Angeles ⚔️
    Welcome to Bright Lantern Tattoo ————————————————

  • Custom Tattooing——————————————————

    My name is Steve Rowes and I’ve been tattooing for over 20 years. Tattooing isn’t just what I do for a living, it’s something I’ve genuinely loved for most of my life. ———————————————————————— ✨I still get excited about creating new designs and helping people bring their ideas to life. I opened Bright Lantern Tattoo to create a more personal experience for my clients. As a private studio, you’re not dealing with a busy walk-in shop or multiple artists working around you. It’s just me, my client, and a comfortable space where we can focus on creating the best tattoo possible. ———————————————————————— ✨I specialize in custom tattooing, including Black and Grey Realism, Color Realism, Neo-Traditional, Anime, and large-scale projects. Whether it’s your first tattoo or you’re adding to an ongoing collection, I take the time to design something that fits you and will look great for years to come. ———————————————————————— ✨Thanks for taking the time to check out my work. I truly appreciate every person who trusts me with their tattoo, and I look forward to creating something amazing for you.

  • BRIGHT LANTERN TATTOO—————————————

    Private · Appointment only · Custom Color and Black and Grey Tattoos · North Fontana, CA
    BRIGHT LANTERN TATTOO—————————————
    • ✨ DEPOSIT & PRICING 

    • Deposit & Pricing —————————————————

      🚨👇👇 PLEASE READ THIS 👇👇 🚨—————————————————————————✨ DEPOSITS A $100-$200 deposit is required to book most tattoo appointments. ————————————————————————- For larger multi-session projects such as sleeves, back pieces, and other large-scale work, a $400 deposit is required to begin the project. Deposits are non-refundable and secure your appointment date. Deposits are applied toward the final cost of your tattoo. *unless stated otherwise.——————————————————————— ✨HALF DAY TATTOO SESSION — $1,200 ————————————————————————- Perfect for medium to large tattoos and projects that can be completed in a half-day session. Most tattoos can be completed in a single session, while more detailed or complex designs may require additional sessions to achieve the best possible result.————————————————————————-✨ FULL DAY TATTOO SESSION — $1,500 ————————————————————————- 🔅Ideal for larger projects including- forearms, upper arms, thighs, lower legs, cover-ups, sleeves, and custom multi-session work. ———————————————————————— ☀️Most tattoos can be completed in a single session. However, larger or more detailed pieces with lots of elements- may require multiple sessions depending on the size, placement, style and overall complexity of the design. ———————————————————————-- 💥Full sleeves typically require 6–10 sessions depending on the design and overall coverage.💡 ———————————————————————-- 👉Please Note: Color tattoos typically require more time than black & grey tattoos and may require additional sessions depending on the size and complexity of the design. ———————————————————————— ✍️ Every project is evaluated based on the design, size, placement, level of detail, and overall scope of the tattoo.

    • Deposit & Pricing ——————————————————

      👇👇 PLEASE READ 👇👇—————————————————————————- ✨All tattoos are custom and priced per tattoo or per session, not hourly. I specialize in medium to extra-large tattoos, with pricing starting at $600 and up. Most of my tattoos typically range between $600–$2,000 per tattoo/session, pricing depends on the size, placement, level of detail and overall complexity. Each tattoo is thoughtfully designed to fit your body, flow with the placement and age well over time, ensuring a tattoo you’ll be proud to wear for life.————————————————————————— ✨A $100-$200 deposit is required to book your appointment. Deposits are applied toward the cost of your tattoo on the day of your appointment. For multi-session projects, the deposit is applied to the final session. Final pricing is confirmed after reviewing your consultation submission.—————————————————————————— ✍️ Simpler designs generally cost less, while larger or more detailed tattoos require more time and investment. I price every tattoo fairly based on size details and placement!———————————————————————— ✨Click below to start the consultation and take the next step toward your custom tattoo.👇
    • ✨ TATTOO PORTFOLIO  

    • • Neo-Traditional •Realism • ———————————

      I work in a realistic Neo-Traditional & Anime style, focusing on smooth blends, strong contrast and bold color that feels real.
      • Neo-Traditional •Realism • ———————————

    • • Black & Grey Realism •—————————————

      This is my approach to black and grey tattooing, smooth shading, strong contrast, and realistic depth, focused on sleeves and large-scale custom work.
      • Black & Grey Realism •—————————————

    • ✨ CLIENT REVIEWS  
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    • ✨ ARE YOU LICENSED? 🪪 

    • Bright Lantern Tattoo

      Steve Rowes
      Tattoo artist Steve Rowes tattooing

    • ✨I’m Licensed by the San Bernardino County Health Department and Blood Borne Pathogen Certified by a State/County approved testing facility- Required yearly with a facility inspection done by the San Bernardino County Health Department. 2026’ 🧬🔬🥼🇺🇸
    • ✨ONLINE CONSULTATION FORM 

    • Online Tattoo Consultation —————————————

      ✨ When I reply to your email, I will provide a detailed quote for the tattoo you want, along with an estimate of whether it can be completed in a single session or if multiple sessions will be necessary. ———————————————————
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      ✨THIS HELPS ME UNDERSTAND THE SPACE YOU HAVE AVAILABLE SO I CAN DESIGN ACCORDINGLY AND GIVE YOU AN ACCURATE PRICE ESTIMATE.
    • PICK ANY 3 DAYS THAT WOULD WORK BEST FOR YOU TO GET TATTOOED. —————————————————————— * (Sundays are for family- Monday’s and Thursday’s are reserved for designing, drawing and preparing for my upcoming appointments to ensure every tattoo receives the time and attention it deserves )*
    • WHAT I TATTOO & DONT TATTOO  

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      ✨I’LL REPLY TO YOUR INQUIRY BY EMAIL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.🚨 If you don’t hear back within 48 hours, please check your spam or junk folder — sometimes my replies end up there by mistake.

    • Here are a few things I don’t tattoo:

      • Family portraits• Tiny Tiny writing• Anything on the face• Private parts• Palms• Fingers• Knuckles• Armpits• The bottom of your foot/soul. ——————————————————————— ✨I prefer to leave family portraits (like Mom, Dad, Son, Daughter, Grandma, Grandpa- etc) to artists who specialize exclusively in portrait work.
    • 3. MY TATTOO PORTFOLIO 🖼️  
    • 4. PRE-MADE TATTOO DESIGNS ✍️ 

    • 🔥 $200 OFF per tattoo or per session on any Pre-Made Design! 🔥——————————————————I’m running a special to make it easier for you to get tattooed and for me to keep creating custom art. —————————————————— •All pre-made designs are ready to go (tiny modifications are ok). •Pricing depends on size & placement. •A $200 deposit locks in your spot. The deposit goes towards your tattoo or the last session of your project. —————————————————— ⚡️ Find a design you love? Screenshot it and upload it in the consultation form 👇

      —————————————————————————— ✨ All pre made tattoo designs are priced per tattoo or per tattoo session. A discount of 200 will apply per design or per session. I’ll make sure you save money!
    • 5. MY TATTOO STUDIO 🏠 
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    • 6. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 📚 

    • ✨ WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED? —————————————————-— I tattoo out of Bright Lantern Tattoo, my private studio in North Fontana, CA.——————————————————✨ WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I BOOK? —————————————————— Once you’re scheduled, I take all the info we discussed and begin planning your custom tattoo. Your deposit secures your appointment. I design your piece the day before or the morning of, and we finalize everything together in person so the fit, placement, and flow match your body perfectly. —————————————————— ✨ HOW DO DEPOSITS WORK? —————————————————— Deposits range from $100–$200+ depending on your project. They are non-refundable and go toward your final tattoo session. I ask for 48 hours notice to reschedule, and 24 hours is the minimum required. Cancellations inside that window forfeit the deposit. If you’re fair and upfront, I will always work with you. —————————————————— ✨ HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECEIVE A RESPONSE? -——————————————————- I usually respond the same day, but never longer than 48 hours. I tattoo long days back-to-back, so I prefer keeping all communication through email to stay organized. —————————————————— ✨ CAN I BRING SOMEONE? —————————————————— You can, but they’ll need to wait in the hallway. My studio is calm and focused, and extra people make it harder to work. Sessions always go smoother when it’s just us. —————————————————— ✨ ARE YOU OK WITH NUMBING CREAM? —————————————————— You’re welcome to use it, but I don’t recommend it since I can’t guarantee how it affects the tattoo or the healing. If you choose to use it, please purchase a reputable one and apply it as directed before arriving. —————————————————— ✨ WHAT IF MY TATTOO NEEDS A TOUCH UP? —————————————————— Everyone heals differently. If your tattoo needs a touch-up, the cost is $100–$200 depending on size and detail. This covers my supplies and setup for a second session. I’ll rework everything clean until it heals the way it should. —————————————————— ✨ HOW DO I GET A PRICE QUOTE? —————————————————— You’ll receive an exact quote through my online consultation form. Clear photos, placement, size, and reference images help me price your tattoo accurately. —————————————————— ✨ DO YOU DO COVER-UPS or FIX-UPS? —————————————————— Yes. Cover-ups and fix-ups require extra planning, so I need several clear photos to understand what will work. I’ll give you honest options that look good now and long-term. —————————————————— ✨ WHAT DO YOU NEED FROM ME BEFORE BOOKING? —————————————————— Clear photos of the area, your idea, the size, the placement, and any references. The more accurate your information, the more accurate your quote. ——————————————————- ✨ WHAT STYLES DO YOU TATTOO? ——————————————————- I specialize in larger custom work designed specifically for your body. This includes Neo-Traditional, Realism, Black and Grey, Color, Anime, Graffiti-inspired work, religious themes, florals, animals, lettering, and detailed multi-element designs. —————————————————— ✨ WHAT DO YOU TATTOO? —————————————————— I prefer to leave family portraits of mom, dad, and kids to artists who specialize in them. I don’t tattoo faces, lips, fingers, palms, genitalia, or the bottom of your soul. If you need a portrait, I have a great artist I can recommend. —————————————————— ✨WHAT KIND OF CLIENTS DO YOU WORK BEST WITH? ——————————————————- I work best with clients who want custom art, trust the process, and value experience, professionalism, and long-lasting work. If you want something thoughtfully designed and built to last, we’ll work great together. —————————————————— ✨ HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY APPOINTMENT? —————————————————— Get a good night’s sleep, eat a solid meal, hydrate, moisturize the area leading up to your session, and come ready to focus. ——————————————————

      I’ve been tattooing for over twenty years and I take the work seriously. Every tattoo is done with care and experience so you end up with something solid that lasts.

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