Spitfire Tattoo & Gallery

Spitfire Tattoo & Gallery is a tattoo shop in Charlottesville, VA, located on Allied St. The studio focuses on custom tattoo work and is home to artists Ryan Whitson, Nico Capriotti, and Fernando Garcia. In addition to its tattoo services, the shop operates a dedicated art gallery. It holds a rating of 5.00 based on 13 reviews.

Owned and created by Ryan Whitson, the studio is designed to be welcoming and comfortable for clients while giving artists an inspired space to work. The attached gallery is dedicated to exhibiting high-quality art from Virginia and draws collectors from around the region. The artists use tools and pigments selected for their quality, with a focus on safety alongside craftsmanship. The shop's name and decor draw on Whitson's love of history and old fighter planes, particularly the Supermarine Spitfire, which played a key role in the Battle of Britain. The space celebrates the tradition of nose art on military aircraft, from the first recorded piece on an Italian pilot's plane in 1913 to the wide variety of works created on planes during WWII.

The studio sits on Allied St, just off McIntire Road, near the public artwork Looking for Ice and a short distance from Schenk's Branch. Clients can begin the booking process through the shop's contact form, or reach the artists directly by phone at 434-202-1059 or by emailing [email protected].

With a perfect 5.00 rating and a team of artists who have spent years perfecting their craft, Spitfire Tattoo & Gallery brings custom tattooing and a dedicated gallery space to Charlottesville.