Undercity Tattoo
500 E Round Grove Rd Ste 27, Lewisville, Texas, 75067
“SPIRIT FILLED ART”

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Why Choose Undercity Tattoo?
Undercity Tattoo is a single-artist studio built around Bear Smith, a second-generation tattoo artist whose mastery of black and grey, realism, and blackwork has earned him a loyal following of multi-session clients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Bear's approach combines careful technical skill with genuine collaboration on design, making him the first choice for serious collectors who want their ideas lifted into wearable art.
About Undercity Tattoo
Undercity Tattoo in Lewisville is a single-artist studio built entirely around one man: Bear Smith, a second-generation tattoo artist whose work draws people back session after session. Ask anyone who's been inked here and the story is the same. Folks spend years searching for the right artist and finally settle in Bear's chair for good. Many of his regulars are on their fourth, fifth, even sixth piece with him.
Bear specializes in black and grey, realism, illustrative work, and blackwork, and the word around Lewisville is that his skill genuinely speaks for itself. Locals will tell you he takes a vague idea and comes back with something better than they imagined, whether it's a full sleeve, a back piece, or a meaningful memorial tattoo carried out with real care. A couple of the pieces he's done have even taken first place at conventions. Everything here is custom, so consultations and design collaboration are part of the deal.
He also does body piercing. What people talk about just as much as the art is how it feels to be in the studio. Bear is known for being honest and transparent, giving straight input on placement and design so the tattoo still looks right years down the road. One longtime client summed it up simply: comfort, honesty, compassion, and plenty of laughs in the chair.
He works efficiently and covers a lot of ground in a session without cutting corners. This is one of the most respected tattoo studios in the area, and it's appointment only, so book a consultation ahead. If you want thoughtful, high-level custom work in Lewisville, Bear is a name people keep passing along.
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What Customers Say on Google
“Bear has been tattooing me for a few years now and his skill speaks for itself. He is extremely attentive and has done my whole arm sleeve and back piece.”
“Spent years looking for an artist and finally came across Bear. His creativity is on a whole other level and his tattooing skills speak for themselves.”
“Bear is a transparent, honest, and super efficient artist who will work with you on designs and give insight to ensure you're happy with the result long term.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Undercity Tattoo
Undercity Tattoo is built around Bear Smith, a second-generation tattoo artist working in black and grey, realism, illustrative, and blackwork styles. Clients describe him as detail-oriented with a strong grasp of anatomy and shading, and many clients return again and again, some with four to six pieces completed by him over multiple years.
Undercity Tattoo focuses on blackwork and realism, with additional work in black and grey and illustrative styles. Beyond custom tattoo design, the studio also offers piercing and consultations, letting clients talk through placement, sizing, and long-term aging of a design before committing to a session.
Undercity Tattoo operates by appointment only. As a single-artist studio, Bear Smith books sessions in advance, and clients note he sometimes carries a wait list given demand. Anyone interested in custom work, especially larger pieces like sleeves or back pieces, should expect to schedule a consultation first rather than walking in.
Clients consistently describe Undercity Tattoo as a clean, professional shop with strong aftercare knowledge. While sterile practices aren't separately documented on the studio's own site, clients repeatedly praise the hygienic feel of the space alongside Bear Smith's transparent, honest approach to designing and explaining each tattoo.
Clients return to Undercity Tattoo for Bear Smith's consistency and creativity, turning vague ideas into detailed sleeves, back pieces, and meaningful tribute tattoos. Clients highlight his thoughtful questions about placement and aging, efficient use of session time, and a welcoming, comfortable environment that keeps regulars coming back for their fourth, fifth, or sixth piece.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 903-417-4082
- Address
- 500 E Round Grove Rd Ste 27, Lewisville, Texas, 75067
How Undercity Tattoo Compares
in Lewisville
More reviews than 50% of tattoo shops in Lewisville
Opening Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10AM-5PM
- Wednesday
- 10AM-5PM
- Thursday
- 10AM-5PM
- Friday
- 10AM-5PM
- Saturday
- 10AM-5PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments










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