Kearney's home for custom body art

Your skin is the canvas.
Your story is the art.

From bold custom tattoos and full color work to professional hair, lashes, and beauty treatments — one studio, every detail done right.

Custom Original designs
Walk-ins Always welcome
Clean Studio standards

Services crafted around you

Every visit is personal. Whether you're getting your first tattoo or a full refresh, we bring care and skill to every session.

Custom Tattoos

Original artwork designed just for you — from delicate fine line to bold traditional. Your ideas, our craft.

Color & Full Cover

Vibrant color work and full-sleeve pieces that pop. We specialise in rich, lasting colour that ages beautifully.

Touch-Ups

Keep your old favourites looking fresh. Professional touch-ups to restore definition and vibrancy.

Hair Services

Cuts, colour, styling, and treatments — professional hair care in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Lash Extensions

Full sets, fills, and lifts to frame your eyes naturally. Customised to your lifestyle and eye shape.

Waxing & Beauty

Gentle, professional waxing and beauty treatments. Smooth skin without the hassle — we make it quick and comfortable.

Karen Tattoos People studio interior
Close-up of tattoo artistry in progress

More than a studio — a place where you belong

Karen Tattoos People is a family-friendly, walk-in studio right here in Kearney. We opened our doors because we wanted a space where people feel comfortable coming in with an idea — or even just a feeling — and leaving with something they'll be proud to carry.

Whether it's a small meaningful piece, a full colour sleeve, a colour correction, or a complete hair transformation, we treat every client like they're sitting in front of us for the first time: with patience, care, and real attention.

Walk-ins welcome, appointments preferred
Custom designs — no cookie-cutter templates
Relaxed, comfortable studio atmosphere
Aftercare guidance included with every session

What our clients say

The best feedback comes from the people who trust us with their art and their look.

"I walked in nervous about my first tattoo and left absolutely in love with it. Karen made the whole experience feel easy and fun. The design was exactly what I imagined — maybe even better."

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Michelle R. Kearney, NE

"Best colour tattoo I've ever had. The detail is incredible and it healed perfectly — Karen walked me through every step of aftercare too. I'll be coming back for sure."

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Derek T. Kearney, NE

"I come here for everything — hair, lashes, even a touch-up on an old piece. It's so nice to have one place that does it all well. The vibe is warm and nobody makes you feel rushed."

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Sarah L. Kearney, NE

Questions we hear a lot

Walk-ins are always welcome! However, for custom tattoos and longer sessions, we recommend calling ahead or booking online so we can set aside enough time for your piece.

Every piece is unique, so pricing depends on size, detail, and placement. We offer a free consultation to discuss your idea and give you an honest estimate before anything starts.

Absolutely — we're a family-friendly space. Hair and beauty services are great for all ages, and tattoo consultations are welcome for mature teens with parental presence.

Get a good night's sleep, eat a solid meal beforehand, stay hydrated, and wear comfortable clothing that gives us easy access to the area. We'll walk you through aftercare once your session is done.

Yes! Cover-ups and touch-ups are one of our specialties. Bring in photos of your old work and we'll discuss how to transform it into something you'll love again.

After every session, we provide detailed aftercare instructions tailored to your piece. In short: keep it clean, moisturised, and out of direct sun while it heals. We're always a phone call away if you have questions.

Ready to make it happen?

Give us a call, drop by the studio, or send a message — we'd love to hear about your idea.

Call or text (308) 627-0102
Email us karen.realpe.tattoo@gmail.com
Find us 1905 Central Ave, Kearney 68847
Hours Mon–Fri 10am–7pm · Sat 10am–4pm

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