American Graffiti Tattoo Sacramento

a tattoo, more precious than jewelry...

It started in 1991 when entrepreneur Eric Hogan and his two partners, Scott Sylvia and Nate Sponsler, opened up a tattoo shop in a basement. This little shop would come to be known as American Graffiti. As their quality work spread throughout the town, their business began to prosper. It was very apparent that this group was not suited for a basement, and with business booming, it was time for a larger shop. In 1995 the crew got just that, an old Victorian, two-story house in the heart of midtown Sacramento. It was there that the artists continued to put out top quality tattoos. The same year, American Graffiti opened up another location in Davis, California. For the next six years the two shops flourished. Eric had achieved his dream of becoming a world-class tattoo artist and owning his own successful shops. After the tragic death of Eric Hogan on April 7, 2001, his wife Thea Hogan took over ownership of both shops. American Graffiti is all about family and good business and that is why it has been home to amazing tattoo artists like Freddy Corbin, Scott Sylvia, Jeff Whitehead, Gordon "Wrath" McCloud, Rob Hostetter, Django, Tycho Veldhoen, Jim Vanis, Eric Ross, Eiland Hogan, Curtis Phillips, Lee Hanna and Brent Pattan. American Graffiti has also played host to numerous world renowned tattoo artists such as Gil Montie, Permanent Mark, Hori-Kin, Adam Ciferri, Beppe, Moe Copelletta, Juan Puente, Jeff Rassier, Jared (from Aces), Pee Wee, Rudy Fritsch, Amanda Toy and Marco Hernandez. Along with many other guests throughout the years.
American Graffiti is currently home to tattoo artists; R.J. Hitchcock, Ryan Tanton, Andy Campoy, Miguel "Uzi" Montgomery, Chuco Moreno, Scott Bryant, and piercer; Big Eric. The shop changed locations in 2008 and is currently located at 1617 J Street in Sacramento and it is now owned and operated by Thea Hogan and Ryan Tanton. American Graffiti has built the reputation as a shop that takes pride in its work and offers nothing but the best. American Graffiti is truly an American shop that represents good business, time honored traditions, and family.

American Graffiti Tattoo is located at 1617 J Street in Sacramento. Open 7 days a week from 12n - 10pm. Walk-ins welcome or call for an appointment. We have five tattoo artists and two piercers on hand all week...American Graffiti has made Sacramento beautiful one tattoo at a time for over 20 years. We offer tattoos ranging from a first time tattoo to full body suits. Our shop is dedicated to the craft of tattooing and takes pride in our work. We offer nothing but the best and use the most current sterilization techniques. Come in and see our collection of hand-painted original artwork, clean inviting atmosphere, and friendly staff today!