Do you accept walk-ins?

Piercings are walk-ins only at Fatboy's Backyard Tattoos & Piercings in Chico, CA. We do not schedule piercing appointments.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Zelle and Cash only. No credit cards.

What is your cancellation policy?

48-hour notice is required for all cancellations. No call, no shows are placed on the deposit list — no exceptions.

Are consultations free?

Yes, consultations are free. Fill out the booking form and we'll get back to you.

Where is Fatboy's Backyard Tattoos & Piercings located?

We are located at 455 E 20th St Ste 40, Chico, CA 95928.

We are open Tuesday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Friday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. We are closed Sunday and Monday.

Do you have a discrimination policy?

Fatboy's is a hate-free zone. We do not turn anyone away based on any person, idea, placement, or style. No discrimination, no exceptions.

Fatboy's Backyard Tattoos & Piercings

About Fatboy's

Fatboy's Backyard Tattoos & Piercings is a private, hate-free tattoo and piercing studio located in Chico, California. Founded in 2002, we have spent over two decades putting quality ink and piercings on every kind of person — no judgment, no exceptions. We believe everyone deserves quality body art in a safe, welcoming space. Rated 5 stars on Google.

Our Artists

Nicholas Anthony Hesseltine

Forever in our hearts. In memoriam.
TattedSk8r

Resident artist specializing in Blackwork and Geometric tattoos.
SpoildBrat420

Resident artist specializing in Realism and Cover-Up tattoos.

Tattoo Styles

Traditional American — Bold lines, solid colors. The classics never die.
Neo-Traditional — Classic roots with modern depth and an expanded palette.
Blackwork — High contrast, heavy black ink. Unforgiving and striking.
Realism — Photographic detail brought to life on skin.
Geometric — Sacred math, dotwork, and precise linework.
Japanese — Irezumi-inspired large scale work with flow and history.
Lettering — Custom scripts, hard chicano style, or clean typeset.
Cover-Ups — Bury your past with something better.
Watercolor — Soft bleeds, vivid washes, and painterly flow on skin.
Fine Line — Delicate, precise detail work built to age with grace.
Custom Designs — Completely original art drawn for you and nobody else.
Cyber Sigilism — Futuristic tribal geometry for the next evolution of ink.

Piercings

Ear Piercings — Lobes, cartilage, helix, tragus, daith, and more.
Facial Piercings — Septum, nostril, eyebrow, lip, and beyond.
Body Piercings — Navel, surface anchors, nipple, and industrial.
Aftercare Guidance — We walk you through every step of healing. No guesswork.

Deposits & Policies

Deposits

Every appointment requires a $60 deposit to secure your date. It comes off your final balance on the day — not an extra charge.

You have 48 hours from booking to send the deposit via Cash or Zelle.

Reschedule Policy

Give at least 48 hours' notice and your deposit transfers to the new date — no problem.

Late Cancellations & No-Shows

Cancel with less than 48 hours' notice, or simply don't show — deposit is forfeit, no exceptions. Any future appointment will require a new deposit.

Book an Appointment

Whether it's your first tattoo or your tenth — reach out and we'll hit you back. Consultations are free.

Phone: (530) 566-5697

Payment: Cash and Zelle only. No credit cards.

Cancellation policy: 48-hour notice required to reschedule (deposit transfers). Under 48 hours or no-show: deposit is forfeit, no exceptions.