Custom Tattoos
Every piece starts as a conversation. Bring an idea, a reference, or a rough sketch and we'll draw something built for your body and your story.
Wolf & Thorn · Penn Yan, New York
The Tattoo Shop
Custom blackwork, fine line, and illustrative tattooing on the west side of Keuka Lake. Two artists, one chair at a time, no rushed work.
Our Story
Wolf & Thorn, born in Penn Yan
What started as The Tattoo Shop in 2017 still carries the same foundation — now with a new name and the years ahead. Two artists, one chair at a time, no rushed work.
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Services
Everything we do is drawn for the person wearing it. Below is the range we work in — if your idea sits somewhere between these, send it anyway.
Blackwork & Illustrative
Heavy black, fine line, dotwork, and illustrative black-and-grey — our house style and what we're known for around the lake.
Neo-Traditional & Color
Bold outlines, rich saturated color, and designs that stay readable for decades.
Flash & Walk-Ins
Rotating flash sheets available. Walk-ins are taken when the chair is open — call ahead to check.
Consultations & Touch-Ups
Free consultations for larger projects. Free touch-ups on our own work within six months of healing.
Pricing & deposits
- · Shop minimum and hourly rates are quoted after we see your idea.
- · A deposit holds your appointment and comes off the final session.
- · Deposits are non-refundable, transferable with 48 hours notice.
- · Cash and card both accepted. Tips are never expected, always appreciated.
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Artists
Two artists, two very different hands. Pick the one whose work speaks to you — or let us match you when you send an inquiry.
Mira Emmet
Fine line, botanical, ornamental blackwork
Mira Emmet is the owner and artist behind Wolf & Thorn. After dropping out of college to pursue tattooing, she began learning under her mentor Gump Ingrahm, who helped shape the foundation of her career.
She specializes in black & gray, illustrative, and realism, blending fine detail with bold contrast to create work that ages beautifully on skin.
Books open monthly for custom projects.
See Mira Emmet's work →
Stephen Hall
Black-and-grey, anime, fine line, Japanese, piercings
Stephen Hall, aka “Taco,” is a tattoo artist and piercer at Wolf & Thorn with nearly seven years of experience. He began his career as a piercer before starting his tattoo journey a year later.
With a passion for charcoal art and all things nerdy, Taco found his specialty in black-and-gray tattooing, ranging from dark and creepy designs to anime-inspired pieces. His versatility extends across a variety of styles, including fine line and Japanese, allowing him to bring a wide range of ideas to life.
Booking tattoos and piercings.
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Shop History
Wolf & Thorn was born from a studio that already had history in Penn Yan. What started as The Tattoo Shop in 2017 still carries the same foundation — now with a new name and the years ahead.
- 2017
The Tattoo Shop opens
On September 1, 2017, Gump Ingram opened The Tattoo Shop in Penn Yan, New York. From day one it was built to be a steady, community-rooted studio — a place where locals and travelers around Keuka Lake could get solid work done without the pretense.
- 2020
Through the pandemic
Like every small business, the shop faced the uncertainty of COVID-19. Appointments paused, routines shifted, and the doors stayed closed longer than anyone wanted. But the shop made it through — kept alive by loyal clients and the decision to keep showing up.
- 2025
A new chapter: Wolf & Thorn
In 2025, ownership changed hands and The Tattoo Shop became Wolf & Thorn. The name is new, but the chair, the walls, and the standard of work carry on what Gump built. The shop is now growing into its own identity while honoring the foundation that came before it.
- Today
Still in Penn Yan
Nearly nine years after opening, Wolf & Thorn remains a working tattoo shop on the west side of Keuka Lake. Two artists, one chair at a time, no rushed work — and still part of the same community that helped it survive.
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Portfolio
A sample of recent pieces. Send a reference from here with your inquiry if something matches the direction you want.
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Google Reviews
We don't write our own testimonials. These are the most recent reviews from our Google Business profile, unedited — and you can read the rest on Google.
4.7
21 Google reviews
"This is my second tattoo from Miracle and not only is she spot on with what I asked for she has the best personality. She makes you feel so comfortable and I will definitely be back."
"I absolutely love the artists at Wolf and Thorn Studio. Stephen has tattooed me 2 times and done a piercing for me. Gump has done one of my tattoos and Miracle has done three of my tattoos. She just did an Elvis portrait for me today."
"Amazing atmosphere and great work!!!!! Miracle did an awesome job made sure I was comfortable the whole time and my tattoo is exactly what I wanted. 100% will be going back to her."
"Had a second great experience with Mira who is very talented artist...my second tat was a custom No fear Tattoo on right lower forearm and she did a awesome job on it like the other one."
"I had a fantastic experience from start to finish. I had a custom memorial tattoo for my dog; and it blew my vision out of the water. It turned out absolutely beautiful and I can not wait to return."
"I got my tattoo done by miracle here and I love it so much! She is an amazing artist and I had a great experience while I was there!"
"Loved the experience!! Mira's a sweetheart and is so focused in her work that my tattoo came out amazing !! i definitely reccomend her work, and the shop is so comfortable!!"
"Top tier tattooing in this very small region. Miracle does amazing, detailed, and thoughtful work."
"I absolutely love coming here. All the workers are relatable, outgoing, and caring. I've gotten multiple tattoos from them as well as a nose piercing a few years ago. Pricing is reasonable based on what you want, and size. Have not had an issue so far going to them. They hold multiple flash sales a year to help draw in more clients."
"They recently pierced my nose and the stud they put in wasn't long enough, it was an earring. The needle that they used also didn't go all the way through my nose only on the outside."
"Great experience at Wolf & Thorn Tattoo Shop! My daughter and I both received tattoos for mother's day. Miracle did an awesome job with the design. Everything was so clean and professional. Will definitely come again!!"
"Thank You Gump for all The Great Tattoo, You put alot creativity in the tattoo that I have recieved from you... Friendly, Outgoing and All Around Great Guy!!! Keep up the Great Work!!!"
"Miracle did a fantastic moth on my arm can't wait for my next piece !!!"
"Great experience, and they were so welcoming. They walked through the whole process."
"Price: $50–100"
"Price: $150–200"
"So amazing! Miracle is incredibly professional, creative, and accommodating!! The entire process from booking to getting the work was phenomenal!! Amazing artist and amazing experience! I'll be back 100% AMAZING! Miracle has an attention to detail that you need when looking for a tattoo artist. I will be going back and am happy from start to finish. Thank you! Price: $50–100. Services: Tattoo design."
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Booking Inquiry
The more detail you give us, the better the quote. This is an inquiry, not a confirmed appointment — we'll reply to talk through the design, timing, and deposit.
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FAQ
The questions we get asked most. Anything else, just ask in your inquiry.
- Do I need an appointment, or do you take walk-ins?
- Most work is booked ahead through the inquiry form above. We take walk-ins when a chair is open — call the shop the same day to check.
- How much will my tattoo cost?
- Price depends on size, placement, detail, and how many sessions it takes. Send your idea through the inquiry form and we'll quote it after we see references.
- Is a deposit required?
- Yes. A deposit holds your appointment and comes off the final session. It's non-refundable but transferable with 48 hours notice.
- How old do I have to be?
- 18 or older with valid photo ID, no exceptions.
- Can you cover up or rework an old tattoo?
- Often, yes. Send a clear, well-lit photo of the existing piece with your inquiry and we'll tell you honestly what's possible.
- How should I prepare for my session?
- Eat a real meal, hydrate, sleep well, skip alcohol the night before, and wear clothing that gives easy access to the area.
- Do you offer touch-ups?
- Free touch-ups on our own work within six months of healing, as long as aftercare was followed.
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Aftercare
Your tattoo is an open wound for the first week. How it looks in ten years depends heavily on the next fourteen days. Follow this, and call us if anything looks off.
Healing timeline
First 2–4 hours
Leave the wrap on for as long as your artist tells you — usually 2 to 4 hours for a standard bandage. If you were sent home in a second-skin film, leave it on 24 hours to 3 days as instructed.
Day 1
Wash with clean hands, lukewarm water, and unscented antibacterial soap. Pat dry with a paper towel — never a bath towel. Let it air dry 10 minutes, then apply a thin layer of unscented lotion or aftercare balm.
Days 2–6
Wash twice a day and moisturize 2–3 times a day. A thin layer only: a suffocated tattoo heals badly. Some plasma, ink, and tightness is normal.
Days 7–14
Flaking and itching start. Do not pick, scratch, or peel. Keep moisturizing and let the skin release on its own.
Weeks 3–6
The surface looks healed but the deeper layers are still settling. Keep it out of the sun and keep moisturizing. Final color settles around week 6.
Avoid
- · Soaking — no lakes, pools, hot tubs, or long baths for 2–3 weeks. Keuka can wait.
- · Direct sun and tanning beds until fully healed, then SPF 30+ forever.
- · Picking, scratching, or peeling flakes.
- · Tight clothing or gear that rubs the fresh work.
- · Gym sessions that soak the area in sweat for the first few days.
- · Pets sleeping against fresh work.
When to call us
Spreading redness, heat, swelling that worsens after day three, yellow-green discharge, or a fever means you should call us and see a doctor. Reach the shop at (607) 590-0147.
Free touch-ups on our own work within six months of healing — just get in touch.
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Contact
For anything tattoo-specific, the booking inquiry form gets you a faster answer. For everything else, here's how to reach us.
Studio
224 Lake St Plaza, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Phone
(607) 590-0147Hours
- Tuesday – Saturday — 10am – 6pm
- Sunday – Monday — Closed