Nashville tattoo artist

Austin Modglin

Austin is here to change your mind. Forget everything you heard about tattoos, that they’re only for the rough-around-the-edges type. People of all walks come to him to commemorate their precious memories in the form of Neotraditional and Bio Organic art inspired by nature.

This Carterville, IL native expects his clients to do their research before they sit in his chair—never on a drunken dare. It’s quality above all.

When he’s not in the shop, he’s hiking, fishing, playing guitar or dreaming up new ways to alter your perception with every drop of ink.

Latest Reviews

This was my second time coming here, having started the process last trip to Nashville. I requested Austin again, and just like last year, he was professional, creative and he listened. The whole place is amazing, and I would recommend Austin to anyone.

Rick Geller for Austin Modglin

Chloe was sooooo helpful and gave great advice! You can tell they want to do the best for their clients! Austin did a wonderful job! My sister and I could not be happier!

Kerri Wiedmeyer for Austin Modglin

I had a full day session with Austin for a cover up tattoo. The tattoo is beautiful and I am very pleased with the design Austin made for me. I felt comfortable the whole time I was there. I would 10/10 recommend this shop and specifically Austin. Other tattooists stopped by during my session for a hello and they were all nice too.

Hayley Austin for Austin Modglin

Austin does amazing work & was perfectly professional. I can’t recommend him enough, I love my tattoo!

Alissa Benson for Austin Modglin

Austin was amazing. He did tattoos for both me and my daughter. Austin was also very detailed in cleaning between our appointments.

Dawna Huff for Austin Modglin

While in Nashville I just had to mark the Occasion with another tattoo. My tattoo artist was Austin Modglin. Very easy-going and he did a beautiful job. If I ever make it back to Nashville I’ll be seeing you Austin for another one. Thank you.

Lisa Bine for Austin Modglin

Beautiful shop, great staff (and merch). Austin did my tattoo today, I'll definitely be back!

Vikki Schaffer for Austin Modglin

So me and my fiancé explored broadway and just so happened to get a tattoo at a very very nice tattoo shop called hart and Huntington. We got our tattoos done by Austin and at first you will hear prices that might make you think twice but let me say this DO IT, DON'T THINK TWICE. YOU PAY FOR QUALITY and Austin has serious talent, very cool guy. THANKS AUSTIN WE LOVE THEM!

Michael Esposito for Austin Modglin

I had a memorial tattoo done. Austin was great, and made my tat absolutely beautiful. He took his time and blended colors for a unique and personal experience. It is pricey, but so worth it for me. Thanks Austin! You're the best!

KC for Austin Modglin

Absolutely awesome people/service. My artist was Austin Modglin. He was beyond amazing and exceeded every expectation I had. Wonderful at explaining every aspect of my tattoo, from the design to the aftercare. Definitely will be going back to him!

Myia Purifoy for Austin Modglin

This was my very first experience with a tattoo. For years , I have been working on the art and placement of the tattoo in my mind. Austin helped bring that thought to artistic reality! He nailed it. Absolutely incredible and immaculately meticulous. He listened to all of my requests and brought it to life through his art. He did a phenomenal job making me feel comfortable and helping me to prepare for tattoo itself. I could not be more happy.

Anne Kesner for Austin Modglin

First off let me say that this was my first tattoo experience and it could not have gone any better! I had been on the fence for years about getting a tattoo because I was terrified! I wanted a floral piece in watercolor on my ankle and the top of my foot. Hart & Huntington made the whole process easy from beginning to end! I scheduled my appointment with Austin and he was amazing! He was so kind throughout the whole process!

Jody Barger for Austin Modglin

I had my tattoo done yesterday at with Austin. It was a great experience from start to finish. I absolutely love my tattoo. I highly recommend this place if you're looking to get a great tattoo in a clean and professional environment.

Chelsie Rankhorn for Austin Modglin

I was in Nashville for vacation and decided to get a tattoo to remember the trip. Store front was very clean, was greeted right away. Once I explained what I wanted, I was assigned an artist that specializes in the style I wanted. I came back for my appointment, tattoo was sized and ready to go. Austin took his time and did an amazing job. I am so excited for my tattoo to heal so I can show it off. Will be back the next time I visit Nashville.

Katherine Comfort for Austin Modglin

Austin did an amazing job on my tattoo today, will definitely be back when I’m in the area!

Clay Olson for Austin Modglin

Great Staff. Clean environment. Amazing work done by Austin M. My friend had work done by Cody M. and was also satisfied with the job. If you want something original and not just out of a book, come here.

Phillip Henderson for Austin Modglin, Cody Maestas

Amazing staff. Top notch artist that care about every detail. That being said, don't rush! My personal experience with Austin is he cares and will take his time to make your idea a true one of a kind piece.

Christian Ortiz for Austin Modglin

My best friend and I went in yesterday for walk-in appointments. Austin was fantastic and worked with us to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. Garrett was so lovely, too. We had a blast chatting with them while we got our tattoos. Clean, inviting, and trendy shop. It was a highlight of our trip to Nashville for my birthday!

Jaime Clark for Austin Modglin

This place made us feel so comfortable... like we were at home. My daughter wanted her first tattoo, as well as myself and my sister wanted sister tats. When I say they went above and beyond. They eased my daughter’s nerves. At the end of her getting finished I heard her say “that’s it”. I love the sister tats and Tarik took my rose vision and turned it into more than I expected!! Ariel thank you for your sweet spirit and welcoming presence. Tarik, Cody and Austin thank you for what you do. It’s not just ink, it’s Art... I’ll be back.

Evette Green for Austin Modglin, Cody Maestas, Tarik Tatham

The staff was amazing. We received emails and phone connections during the planning phase of our tattoos all the way up to the moment of our tattoos. Austin and Tarik are absolutely amazing, professional, friendly and took so much care to ensure our experience was the best. The staff handled all of their customers perfectly during this pandemic, full masks, temps taken at door before entry and ensured everyone coming in washed their hands.