Cryptic Tattoos

Cryptic Tattoos Custom, color, black and gray, surrealism, new school, abstract, memorial, watercolor, lettering, fine line, stipple art and more!

Cryptic Tattoo is your new high class Tattoo shop, conveniently located in the heart of Scottsbluff, NE. We strive to provide a great, clean, professional environment to meet, and exceed your personal tattoo and artistic needs. We specialize in custom tattoos to fit each individual's personality, cover ups, and medical alert tattoos. Nick (the owner and artist) Has been tattooing for 25 years, pri

marily in Denver. He excels at color work, black and grey, new school, and cover ups. It is our hope that we allow all you beautiful tattooed people to wear your art proud!

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸From all of us at...
05/25/2026

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

From all of us at Cryptic Tattoos, thank you to those who served, those we’ve lost, and the families who carry their memory every day.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

🎃🔥 Straight out of a nightmare and brought to life in black & grey. Nick absolutely crushed the detail in this creepy st...
05/23/2026

🎃🔥 Straight out of a nightmare and brought to life in black & grey. Nick absolutely crushed the detail in this creepy stitched-up scarecrow piece — and those glowing red eyes make it hit even harder.

From the texture in the clothing to the eerie expression, this one is packed with character and atmosphere. We LIVE for tattoos like this at Cryptic Tattoos. 👁️🖤

If you’ve been wanting something dark, horror-inspired, or completely custom, now’s the time to lock in your appointment.

📍 Cryptic Tattoos — Scottsbluff, NE
📩 Message the page to book with Nick!

✨ Delicate lines, soft florals, and a little vintage charm. ✨Hailey has been putting in the WORK as she nears the end of...
05/22/2026

✨ Delicate lines, soft florals, and a little vintage charm. ✨
Hailey has been putting in the WORK as she nears the end of her apprenticeship, and pieces like this are proof of how far she’s come. 🌸🖤

If you’ve been thinking about getting something cute, meaningful, or simple — now’s the time to snag a spot with her before her apprentice pricing disappears for good. 👀

💖 FINAL APPRENTICE FLASH SALE 💖
🗓 Saturday, May 30th
⏰ 12pm–8pm
✨ $20 tattoos
✨ Pre-drawn designs ONLY
✨ First come, first served

Message the page with any questions or stop by the shop that day!
📍 Cryptic Tattoos — Scottsbluff, NE

Say his name three times… 💀🪲Nick absolutely crushed this wild Beetlejuice-inspired piece with insane color saturation, b...
05/21/2026

Say his name three times… 💀🪲

Nick absolutely crushed this wild Beetlejuice-inspired piece with insane color saturation, bold contrast, and all the chaotic spooky details that make this tattoo impossible to ignore. From the sandworm to the haunted house, every inch of this sleeve tells a story.

Custom tattoos are where Nick shines — whether you’re into horror, pop culture, neon color work, or full sleeve concepts, he’s ready to bring your ideas to life.

Message the page to book with Nick at Cryptic Tattoos 🖤

The Empire may fall, but this tattoo is forever. 🔥⚫️Clean lines, bold blackwork, and another fun piece knocked out by Ha...
05/20/2026

The Empire may fall, but this tattoo is forever. 🔥⚫️

Clean lines, bold blackwork, and another fun piece knocked out by Hailey! She’s wrapping up the final stretch of her apprenticeship and celebrating with her FINAL APPRENTICE FLASH SALE on Saturday, May 30th from 12–8PM!

✨ $20 tattoos
✨ Pre-drawn flash ONLY
✨ Walk-ins only
✨ First come, first served

If you’ve been wanting to get tattooed by Hailey before her prices level up, this is your chance 👀

📍Cryptic Tattoos — Scottsbluff, NE
Message the page with questions or come hang out at the sale!

SESSION ONE and this glitter skull is already turning heads. ✨💀A lot of people see the outline stage and can’t picture t...
05/19/2026

SESSION ONE and this glitter skull is already turning heads. ✨💀

A lot of people see the outline stage and can’t picture the final result — but THIS is why trusting the process matters. The layering, contrast, glitter texture, and background effects all build over time, and Nick is bringing this piece to life one session at a time.

The sparkle details, the glowing tones, the depth in the eyes… this one is going to be absolutely insane when it’s finished. 🔥

Done by Nick at Cryptic Tattoos in Scottsbluff, NE.
Message the page to book your next custom piece!

✨ H A I L E Y ‘ S F I N A L A P P R E N T I C E F L A S H S A L E ✨💖Before she officially graduates her apprenticesh...
05/18/2026

✨ H A I L E Y ‘ S F I N A L A P P R E N T I C E F L A S H S A L E ✨💖

Before she officially graduates her apprenticeship, Hailey is throwing ONE LAST flash sale and you do NOT want to miss this 👀🎀

🩷 Saturday, May 30th
🩷 12pm–8pm
🩷 $20 TATTOOS
🩷 PRE-DRAWNS ONLY
🩷 First come, first served

Think cute, tiny, girly, glittery, fun little tattoos at a price you can’t say no to 💅✨

Come hang out, get tattooed, and help Hailey celebrate the end of an era and the beginning of her career 🦋💖

Tag your bestie & plan your matching tattoos NOW 👯‍♀️

Peace signs, bold color, and all the good vibes ✌️🌼Nick has been bringing this groovy hippie-inspired sleeve to life one...
05/18/2026

Peace signs, bold color, and all the good vibes ✌️🌼
Nick has been bringing this groovy hippie-inspired sleeve to life one session at a time, and it’s turning into an absolute color bomb. From the retro florals to the watercolor splashes, every piece of this sleeve screams individuality and good energy. 🌈✨

Sleeves like this are always a journey — and we’re loving every step of it.
Done by Nick at Cryptic Tattoos

Message the page to start your next custom piece 🌼

Address

1513 2nd Avenue
Scottsbluff, NE
69361

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 12pm - 7pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 8pm
Saturday 12pm - 8pm

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+13086415333

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