Welcome to Bright Lantern Tattoo
⚔️ Inland Empire • Riverside • Los Angeles ⚔️————————————————————————————————I’m Steve Rowes, a custom tattoo artist with 26 years of experience specializing in color and black-and-gray realism, neo-traditional, anime and large-scale tattooing.
MY TATTOO STUDIO 🏙️
Bright Lantern Tattoo is a private, appointment-only studio located in North Fontana, California. I book one client per day to provide a comfortable, personalized tattoo experience.
DEPOSIT AND PRICING 💰
Deposit Pricing ——————————————————————
A $100-$200 deposit is required to book appointments. ——————————————————————————————— For larger multi-session projects such as sleeves, full back pieces, and other large-scale work, a $400 deposit is required to begin the project. ———————————————————————————————— *Deposits secure your appointment dates. Deposits are applied toward the final cost of the tattoo. All deposits are non-refundable.
Tattoo Pricing ——————————————————————
✨MEDIUM-LARGE TATTOO SESSION- $800 - $1600✨ Approximately 4-8 hours. ——————————————————————————————-- After reviewing your tattoo idea, I’ll recommend the price that fits it best. Within each price range, simpler tattoos generally cost less, while tattoos with more skin coverage, additional design elements or greater detail cost more.——————————————————————————————— All tattoo sessions include design review, sizing and placement, stencil preparation, stretch and snack breaks, photography and aftercare instructions. Tattoo aftercare products are provided after your tattoo session.
LARGE PROJECTS & FULL SLEEVES———————————————————————————————— Large detailed tattoos may require more then one appointment. Full sleeves can require between 6–9 tattoo sessions. Pricing and the estimated number of sessions will be provided after reviewing your request.———————————————————————————————— 👉 SMALL TATTOOS 👈 ———————————————————————————————— *Please note: I’m currently booking medium and large tattoos only. I’m no longer accepting small tattoos.
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✨AFFORDABLE PAYMENT OPTIONS ✅
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💳 Affordable Payment Options Available ——————————————————————————————-(Some restrictions do Apply) —————————————————————————————-✨Before using KLARNA, AFTERPAY, or AFFIRM, you must first complete the consultation form so we can agree on your tattoo design, size, pricing and overall project. ——————————————————————————————-✨Once we’ve finalized everything and discussed this option, you can apply with Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm, or any combination of them to see if you’re approved. ——————————————————————————————— ✅ It takes only a few minutes to get approved ✅——————————————————————————————— ✨If approved, we’ll move forward with the deposit process & book your appointment to lock in your tattoo session. ——————————————————————————————— *Approval and payment terms are determined solely by the financing provider your approved by. —————————————————————————————-—-
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.
• 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.
Full sleeves
PRE-MADE DESIGN’S
PRE-MAID SLEEVE DESIGN’S
✨Discounted rate of $700-$900 per tattoo design or per tattoo session until it’s complete! A deposit of $100-$200 is required to book an appointment.————————————————————————————————- No design changes- Must have a completely Blank arm or Leg to receive the discount. ————————————————————————————————-No design Changes or Modifications. No coverups or work arounds. ————————————————————————————————- ✅ If interested please select the pre-maid sleeve designs tab on the consultation form below.
✨ CLIENT REVIEWS ⭐️
✨ ARE YOU LICENSED? 🪪
Bright Lantern Tattoo
Steve Rowes
✨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’ 🧬🔬🥼🇺🇸
REQUEST A TATTOO 🗓️
NAME
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PHONE
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EMAIL
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ARE YOU 18 YEARS OLD OR OLDER?
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Yes I’m 18 or older
IS THIS YOUR FIRST TATTOO?
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• Yes, this will be my first tattoo.
• I already have tattoos.
• I have lots of tattoos.
✨You must be 18+ years old to get tattooed. No exceptions. 🚫
WHICH COLOR OPTION DO YOU PREFER?
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• Bright and bold Color
• Smooth Black n Grey
• A mix of both (Black n Grey & Color)
WHAT SIDE OF THE BODY DO YOU WANT THE TATTOO?
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• Right
• Left
• Center
✨Right arm or Left arm etc.
HOW MUCH CREATIVE FREEDOM WOULD YOU LIKE TO GIVE ME?
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• I have an idea and am open to suggestions
• I trust Steve to create something (one of a kind)
WHAT STYLE DO YOU LIKE BEST?
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• Neo Traditional
• Realism
• Anime
IS THIS A COVER-UP?
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• Cover-up
• Fix-up
• Both
• None of the above
PRE-MADE DESIGN’S
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• I want a pre-made tattoo design- 🙌
• No thanks, I have something different in mind.
✨Upload the Pre Made design into the upload image box below!———————————————————————————————————-Discounted pricing is available for pre-made designs only. Designs must be tattooed as shown— no changes, add-ons, or cover-ups. Designs must remain as is, in order to get a discounted price.
CHOOSE THE LOCATION YOU WANT TATTOOED. 💪🦵
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ARMS
• Full Arm Sleeve — approximately 6–9 sessions
• Upper Arm — elbow to shoulder
• Inner Upper Arm — elbow to armpit
• Outer Forearm — elbow to wrist
• Inner Forearm — elbow bend to wrist
• Top of Hand
SHOULDERS & CHEST
• Both Tops of Shoulders
• Left Shoulder
• Right Shoulder
• Collarbone Area
• Full Chest
• Left Chest
• Right Chest
• Under Chest
TORSO & BACK
• Full Torso — approximately 7–10 sessions
• Full Stomach
• Lower Stomach
• Left Ribs
• Right Ribs
• Full Back — approximately 7–10 sessions
• Upper Back
• Lower Back
• Spine
LEGS
• Full Leg Sleeve — approximately 7–10 sessions
• Front Thigh
• Outer Thigh
• Inner Thigh
• Back Thigh
• Above the Knee
• Knee
• Behind the Knee
• Outer Lower Leg
• Inner Lower Leg
• Front Lower Leg — shin
• Back Lower Leg — calf
• Butt Cheek
HEAD
• Scalp / Head Tattoo
IMPORTANT:
If your desired placement is not listed, I am no longer tattooing that area.
I do not tattoo the face, fingers, knuckles, palms, armpits, feet, or soles of the feet.
Session estimates are approximate and may change depending on your arm or leg size, design complexity, coverage, and whether the tattoo is in color or black and gray.
✨Example- Hand- Inner Forearm- etc.
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO GET TATTOOED?
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✨ PLEASE DESCRIBE YOUR TATTOO IDEA IN DETAIL-———————————————————————————————————————— *Please note: I’m currently booking medium and large tattoos only. I’m no longer accepting small tattoos.
Upload a few images that show the style, colors or overall look you like.
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✨Tattoo images only 📸
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WHAT IS YOUR HEIGHT?
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* Under 5’0”
* 5’0”–5’4”
* 5’5”–5’8”
* 5’9”–6’0”
* 6’1”–6’4”
* 6’5”+
✨ This will help me better estimate size, placement, and pricing.
Tattoo Placement & Size
WHERE DO YOU WANT YOUR TATTOO AT?
*Arm-Leg-Back-Hand-etc.
📸 Upload one clear, straight-on photo showing the entire area you want tattooed. If possible, please Circle or Outline the area. *If this is a cover-up- please take a photo of your existing tattoo
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PICK ANY 2 or 3 DAYS THAT WOULD WORK BEST FOR YOUR SCHEDULE TO GET TATTOOED
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Tuesday
Wednesday
Friday
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HOW SOON DO YOU WANT TO GET TATTOOED?
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• Soonest available
• Flexible / no rush
✨I USUALLY BOOK APPOINTMENTS 4-8 WEEKS IN ADVANCE, DEPENDING ON MY SCHEDULE.
WHAT CITY ARE YOU FROM?
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✨I’m located at Bright Lantern Tattoo in Fontana California. 📍
HAVE YOU BEEN TATTOOED BY ME BEFORE?
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HOW DID YOU HEAR OF ME?
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• Google
• Yelp
• Instagram
• Tik Tok
• Threads
• Pinterest
• From a friend
• From a family member
• From a co worker
Thank you
✨I’LL REPLY TO YOUR TATTOO REQUEST BY EMAIL WITHIN 24-48 Hrs. 👇—————————————————————————————- 🚨 If you don’t see my reply, please check your spam or junk folder 🚨
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Pre maid Tattoo Designs
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• I’m interested in one of your pre-made designs.
• No thanks, I have something different in mind.
✨ Exclusive Discount on All Pre-Made Tattoo Designs! •Colors and details remain as-is—tiny modifications are ok. •Pricing depends on size———————————————————————————————-• A $100-$200 deposit is required to book your appointment. ——————————————————————————————- ✨ Screenshot your favorite design and upload it in the photo box below! 👇
WHAT I TATTOO & DONT TATTOO
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 🏠
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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