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TIMELESS BEAUTY • EDUCATED CHOICE • ELEGANCE OVER ALL

INDIANAPOLIS • USA

A tattoo is more than decoration—it’s a landmark in your personal journey.

At Voluta, you’ll find our craft centers on four foundational principles. These pillars, refined over 28 years, define the Voluta Method and guide your experience.

The Method: Elegance Over All

Bespoke Designs

Bespoke Designs

Each piece is made for you and you alone. No flash. No copies.

Timeless Beauty

Timeless Beauty

Elegance does not expire, nor is she bullied into line by trend. Together, we’ll find your balance.

Educated Choice

Educated Choice

A 28-year tattooer mentored two artists in a 20-year studio. Knowledge earned. Knowledge shared. All yours.

Living Narrative

Living Narrative

In all of space and time, only you have lived your story in your body. Let’s paint it on you.

VO-LU-TA

noun, Latin1. a genus of sea snails, family Volutidae. The volutes.

Voluta — the iconic spiraled shell of a sea snail

Conan draws inspiration for his tattoo style from the resilient, spiraled shell of a humble sea snail.

Over many dives in different seas, Conan saw the Voluta endure surf, currents, pressure, tides, wind, and storms. Yet it finds its footing and moves on. Life’s fluidity does not destroy it. Instead, it grows stronger each day, each revolution. Each curve becomes more pronounced and marked—visible secrets of a marvelous, individual adventure.

Upon the shell is painted a story of life truly lived—and no two are alike.

So it is with us.

Welcome to Voluta Tattoo.

We believe you have such a story within you.

Let us mark you with art as unique and intricate as your journey. Trust your Voluta artist to listen to you, translate your narrative into the visual realm, and help you develop your outward expression of Self. Your tattoo will be lovingly applied, conveying your story as vividly or subtly as you wish.

Our Story

Voluta Tattoo Studio was founded in 2006 by 28-year tattoo artist Conan Lea. After 14 years in the famous Stutz Building of downtown Indy, he moved the studio to Meridian-Kessler in 2020. Now residing on the Monon Trail, Voluta fits right in among the MK neighborhood’s amazing trees, food, and smiling people.

Voluta is a studio of clients and artists who became friends. Friends became family. That family then lifted Voluta and spread the message to like-minded collectors throughout the Midwest. With thousands of clients ribboned together by miles of tattoo coverage spanning 19 years, Voluta is indeed a living tapestry! One that we cherish and now invite you to enjoy.

Reviews

Client Testimonials

★★★★★
"I’m a tattoo collector of more than 10 years with multiple large pieces, and I can say without hesitation that Conan Lea at Voluta Tattoo is a true fine‑art tattooist. His work is nothing short of spectacular — smart and beautiful in equal measure. Every piece he creates has depth, thoughtful composition, and a clarity of vision you don’t often see in tattooing. Conan’s consulting style is welcoming, collaborative, honoring the client’s ideas and knowledge while bringing his design expertise to the process, drawing out the best concepts and refining them into something even better than I imagined. He asks the right questions, listens closely, and translates input into designs that feels deeply personal and uniquely artful. What really sets Conan apart is his attention to detail and his mastery of anatomy. He shapes tattoos to the body so that movement makes them come alive — every angle looks intentional and stunning. There is nothing he leaves to chance; he considers placement, flow, and longevity throughout the whole process, from initial consult to final session. Voluta Tattoo itself is the perfect environment for the experience. The studio is light, airy, and tranquil with a chill, cerebral and accepting vibe — full of laughter, thoughtful conversation, and great art of all kinds. It’s a space where people can be comfortable being themselves and fully engage in their tattoo experience. Tattooing with Conan at Voluta is superior in every way. If you’re serious about artful, carefully considered tattoos executed with precision and heart, book him — you’ll be glad you did."
★★★★★
"Professional, CLEAN, knowledgeable, great vibes. HIGHLY recommend. Definitely worth it and very reasonably priced. Makes my heart so happy to have found this gem. Plus no walk ins so you don't have to worry about people coming in and the artist having to stop and help the new person. Vibes are amazing overall"
★★★★★
"I had an AMAZING experience at this tattoo shop on 3/1/2025! From start to finish, everything was perfect. Sarah, the tattoo artist, was incredible to work with. She was so attentive and walked me through every step of the process, which helped calm my nerves—especially since it was my first tattoo. The environment was so calming and welcoming, which made me feel at ease and excited instead of nervous. Sarah did tattoos for both my mom and I, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! The place was spotless, and everyone, including Conan, was super friendly and made us feel comfortable the entire time. I can’t recommend this place enough and will definitely return for future tattoos!"
★★★★★
"I am having the best experience getting my first tattoo at Voluta! I worked with Brandon to create one on my back based on an original artwork. I felt comfortable the entire time with the process thanks to Brandon explaining each step and factors to consider. He also did a great job of honoring the original art while adding his own that I love. Almost 2 weeks after our first session, the tattoo looks great and I can't wait to finish it!"
★★★★★
"If you’re reading this, Voluta Tattoo is the place to get your next tattoo. I was tattooed by Sarah, and she was nothing short of amazing. From start to finish, she listened to exactly what I wanted and made the whole experience positive. Her skill and attention to detail are unmatched! Conan is equally fantastic, and together, they create such a positive and welcoming atmosphere. The entire studio is spotless and radiates a calm, relaxing vibe. Not only genuine people, but some of the most talented artists. I’ve definitely found my go-to tattoo studio. I can’t recommend Voluta Tattoo enough – a true gem in Indy!"

Journal

News & Updates

OCT 1997

THE ORIGIN

OCT 2006

THE FOUNDING

JAN 2018

THE EXPANSION

MAR 2020

THE PANDEMIC

JUN 2020

THE MOVE

2026

THE SANCTUARY

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Indianapolis, IN

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