Locals Sheldon Bird Swaney and Jay Guzman relocated Howdy Y’all Tattoo from 1018 Main St. to Harmony Ridge on the River on June 1.

In a nutshell

The pair combined efforts to open Howdy Y'all Tattoo downtown on Main Street in late 2023. Since then, the team expanded so much that they needed more room.

Guzman said this led to the decision to move into the former Tough Cookie Bakery spot, next to Neighbor’s Kitchen and Yard.

Locals Sheldon Bird Swaney and Jay Guzman originally opened Howdy Y'all Tattoo in November 2023. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Locals Sheldon Bird Swaney and Jay Guzman originally opened Howdy Y'all Tattoo in November 2023. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)

What they offer

Swaney and Guzman, along with six artists, offer a variety of tattoo styles—from surrealism to realism, mandala to traditional, and more.

"Between all of us, we can do anything anyone is looking for," Swaney said. "There's nothing we aren't capable of doing."

Howdy Y'all Tattoo accepts walk-ins seven days a week; however, prospective clients are encouraged to book ahead of time. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)

What else?

Howdy Y'all Tattoo accepts walk-ins seven days a week; however, Guzman said it is best to book a consultation ahead of time, either by messaging the team on Instagram or calling the shop.