Tattoo Artist Shelly – Art In Motion Tattoos, Colorado Springs
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Meet Shelly – From Fine Line to Full Color, She Does It All
Shelly isn’t just a tattoo artist—she’s a storyteller with a machine in her hand and a head full of creative ideas. She has been tattooing for over 13 years at Art In Motion Tattoos in Colorado Springs. Her love for art began long before that. Whether it’s a soft watercolor flower or a bold fantasy creature, Shelly loves making your vision come to life. She does this in a way that is completely unique to you.
Her clients don’t just walk away with great tattoos—they leave with artwork that means something.
Tattoo Styles & Specialties
Shelly is skilled in many tattoo styles. This makes her a great choice for any idea you have.
Popular Styles She Offers:
- Full Color Tattoos
- Smooth Black & Gray
- Fine Line Tattoos
- Watercolor Tattoos
- Japanese Tattoos
- Neo-Traditional Tattoos
- Realism & Surrealism
- Abstract & Sketch Style Tattoos
- Dot Work Tattoos
- Floral & Botanical Tattoos
- Trash Polka Tattoos
Shelly’s Artistic Influence
Shelly’s work is inspired by nature, animals, and the beauty of the outdoors. You can see this in her detailed floral designs, realistic animal portraits, and smooth organic details. She has a strong love for fantasy and surreal images. This makes her work unique for clients who want something creative and original.
If you’re into fantasy tattoos, botanical pieces, or creative one-of-a-kind designs, Shelly is your artist.
Beyond Tattoos: Art Commissions
& Display Domes
Shelly takes orders for paintings, drawings, and custom terrariums. These terrariums have real dried plants, crystals, and sometimes skulls or miniatures. Sometimes, you can see these unique designs on the counter at the shop. She has a display at American Classics Marketplace. You can find it at booth 401L. Visit to see these creations in person.
Follow the Journey
Shelly’s art is always evolving — and her Instagram is where you’ll see it first.
From new tattoos to healed works of art, this feed shows her world as an artist. It features soft watercolors and bold, surreal designs. You’ll also catch behind-the-scenes moments, works in progress, and maybe a little inspiration for your next tattoo.
Follow Shelly on Instagram below to keep up with her latest work and see why her clients keep coming back for more.
Adorable red panda I had the pleasure of doing recently 💕
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Finished this yesterday, such a sweet puppers. I’m very happy and grateful I got to do such an enjoyable tattoo!
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Healed pictures of this follow, but I couldn’t resist posting it in the meantime.
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This was a super fun pattern to draw! I just got to finish the outline but soon we will start the shading. Huzzah!
(Double coverup as well once we get started, you can see it under those leaves I added)
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Lovely flamingo for a lovely memorial tattoo. This is fresh, I’ll have to get some pics of it all healed up.
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This was a wonderfully colorful piece I had the pleasure of tattooing recently. Fully healed and on the palest person ever, yay!
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I got to finish this lovely birdcage recently. Love the limited color palate and the filigree. 💕
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Finally got some pics of this Leia tattoo I did for one of my best friends. 💕💕 Thanks for letting me do cool tattoos on you @odanigrl
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Ready to Get Inked by Shelly?
If you want a tattoo that is meaningful, beautiful, and custom, book your appointment with Shelly today. You can text (719) 339-1191 or call the shop. Whether it’s your first tattoo or your fiftieth, she’ll make sure it’s one you’ll love for life.
