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- This FAQ is maintained by Stan Schwarz <stan@cosmo.pasadena.ca.us>
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- You can retrieve a copy of the FAQ via anonymous ftp from the MIT FTP
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- The FAQs are also available on thw World Wide Web at
- <http://www.rabbithole.org>.
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- The rec.arts.bodyart Tattoo FAQ is broken up into 9 parts:
- 1/9--Introduction
- 2/9--Getting a tattoo
- 3/9--Sanitation
- 4/9--Conventions
- 5/9--Artist list <---YOU ARE READING THIS FILE
- 6/9--Care of new tattoos
- 7/9--General care/removal
- 8/9--Misc. info
- 9/9--Bibliography
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- Subject: WHAT THIS FILE CONTAINS
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- This file is structured as a traditional FAQ in the form of questions
- and answers. Questions answered in this file:
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- Rec.arts.bodyart FAQ Part 5/9: Tattoo artist list
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- - Who is a good/bad tattoo artist near me?
- o Laws on tattooing (primarily in the US)
- o US States [alphabetical listing]
- o Outside the US [alphabetical by country]
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- COPYRIGHT AND DISSEMINATION: Under the Berne Convention, this document
- is Copyright (c) 1997 by Lani Teshima-Miller, all rights reserved.
- Permission is granted for it to be reproduced electronically on any
- system connected to the various networks which make up the Internet,
- Usenet, and FidoNet so long as it is reproduced in its entirety,
- unedited, and with this copyright notice intact. Web sites are included.
- Individual copies may also be printed for personal use.
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- Subject: WHO IS A GOOD/BAD TATTOO ARTIST NEAR ME?
-
- The following is a list of artists who are personally reviewed by RAB
- readers. This list is now maintained in a database, and this list
- is generated out of the database.
-
- An interactive interface to the database is available at:
-
- http://cosmo.pasadena.ca.us/stan/tattoo-faq/display.php
-
- A posting on this FAQ does *not* constitute approval, and is the
- personal opinion of the reviewer. For liability purposes, it is YOUR
- responsibility to check out the artist. Because I only accept personal
- recommendations, this list is limited to those who are known to people
- who read RAB There are many excellent artists who have not made it on
- this list yet. Just because an artist is not on this list doesn't mean
- they're not recommendable. Consider the reviews in this list along the
- lines of a restaurant or movie review--YMMV.
-
- If you do not see any artists from your area, I suggest you read the
- previous section of this FAQ on HOW to check out a shop yourself.
- Another way to is to ask a person with a nice tattoo, which artist did
- the work. This by the way, is always a very nice question to ask and
- will often elicit a totally different response from the tattooed person
- (since comments usually tend to be things like "Is that real?" "Did it
- hurt?"). Asking who the artist was that did the work is a compliment
- both to the person and his/her artist.
-
- To submit a review, use the online review form at:
-
- http://www.rabbithole.org/artist-form.html
-
- ANYONE can review an artist for this section. If you like your artist,
- get his name out on the Internet by writing a review!
-
- *RIGHT OF REPLY*
- Anyone mentioned here in the artist review who feels they have been
- misrepresented or who wish a "right of reply" are invited to send email
- to me at <stan@cosmo.pasadena.ca.us>. I can include rebuttals to
- negative reviews if they are properly concise. But the best defense
- is to get a satisfied customer to submit a good review.
-
- *Note to Artists*
- You cannot review yourself or your own shop. Every so often I
- get a self-review, and just file it. The whole point of this
- is to get reviews written by customers.
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- ALABAMA:
- Tattooing of minors is prohibited. Shops are regulated by the state.
-
- Non Stop Art
- 195 West Valley Ave #G, Birmingham, 35209 Ph: 205-945-6762
- Cash, All Credit Cards
- Reviewed 02/2003 by Julia Frost <johnnystiletto [at] earthlink.net>
- Shop Review: Non Stop Art is by far the cleanest shop I have ever had the
- pleasure of doing business with. All of the artists change gloves ALL the
- time; needles are one-use and disposed of properly, and there is constant
- cleaning to prevent cross-contamination. All booths are private (the studio
- was a tanning salon before acquired by Non Stop Art), there is no-smoking
- allowed, and there are rules against distractions such as cell phones. All
- portfolios are displayed proudly, and the staff is all friendly and
- extremely knowledgeable.
- Artist Review--Chad Hubbard: Chad does amazing custom work and will work
- with you to find the
- perfect piece. His color work is amazing; very vibrant, with crisp
- details. His attention to detail and cleanliness is wonderful, and he puts
- anyone in the chair at ease. He has worked at several local parlors before
- opening his own, and was more than willing to accomodate my work/school
- schedule for my custom piece. He is very understanding to anyone being
- anxious or nervous about tattooing, and his work will speak for itself.
-
- Exotic Tattoos & Piercings
- 1408 Pelham Road S., Jacksonville, 36265 Ph: 256-782-3319
- http://exotictattoos.tripod.com
- $85/hr Cash, Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Checks, etc.
- Reviewed 09/2002 by Amanda Cole <TattoozRSexy [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: Exotic is the cleanest parlor I have been in, in my area.
- They
- strive to offer tattoos from a medical standpoint. I was explained that
- tattoos are an invasive procedure and should be treated as such. There are
- private rooms for tattooing and piericing. They say they are the cleanest
- and friendliest tattoo parlor in the south, and I tend to believe they sure
- are close to the top if not the top in clean and friendly.
- Artist Review--Janet Henry <Janetdoesink [at] aol.com>: She is a personable
- person. I felt like she was old friend. I really appreciate the way she
- worked with until I found exactly what I wanted. Everyone should have such
- a good tattoo experience.
-
- L.A. Body Art
- 221 Dauphin St., Mobile, 36602 Ph: 251-441-0000
- Cash, Credit Card
- Reviewed 03/2004 by Jacob Hill <Jacobhill [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: L.A. Body Art has been around for years. L.A. Body Art was
- the first body piercing shop in Mobile. The establishment is very clean
- and has a wide selection of designs for you to choose from. There are two
- artist in this shop. Chassity (owner) and Denise. Chassity also does
- branding. Chassity and Denise both were featured in a 2003 book titled
- "Eletric Tattoo for Women". Chassity is very popular in the Gulf Coast
- area with her own talk show. Chassity has been on the cover of numerous
- tattoo magazines over the years. The shop also does body piercing along
- with the tattoos. The work space and over all appearence of the shop was
- perfect. The shop opperates on walk-ins and appointments. They are open
- seven days a week and is located in downtown Mobile. I encourage anyone who
- is intrested in a quality tattoo or piercing to vist L.A. Body Art, and
- talk to an artist about a design.
- Artist Review--Denise: Denise has been a tattoo artist for 21 years. Her
- chair-side manners were very professional, and at the same time made you
- laugh to "ease the pain". I felt that Denise was very thorough in the
- design. This was my first tattoo. She was very concerned about the process
- and made sure I was comfortable through out.
- Denise gave me a card with all the first couple weeks care instructions,
- and her phone number to call her if I had any questions. Denise also gives
- touch-ups on Mondays and Tuesdays form 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm free of charge
- if she gave you the tattoo. Denise specializes in animal portraits, but is
- vastly
- experienced in all ranges of design.
-
- Capitol City Tattoo
- 4127-C Troy Hwy, Montgomery, 36116 Ph: 334 286-9070
- Cash, Credit Cards(5.00 charge for credit card)
- Reviewed 06/2002 by Wanda Geiger <walgeiger [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is large with lots of tattoo art on the walls and
- several books of work on the front counter. I made visits here
- and to other shops in the area before deciding on CCT. The
- artists who work here are extremely friendly, helpful, and
- approachable. Everyone was in a good mood and genuinely happy
- to be there. You can see into the workrooms from the main area
- but they are behind glass and there are other rooms that are
- more private. The shop is clean, bright, and open.
- Artist Review--Duane: Duane has been at CCT for several years, is
- originally from
- Michigan, his wife also works here, and is very talkative.
- A co-worker had recommended the shop and had good comments on
- Duane. When I first came in looking at designs, he took time to
- show me tattoos similar to what I wanted and opened his
- portfolio to show me specific designs he had worked with the
- same theme. This really put me at ease. He even recommended
- websites where I could see other examples. We decided on a
- design, changing from my initial thoughts of a solid band to an
- S-shaped design that would work better. He gave me an estimate
- oncost ($180-240) and time (90 min-2 hours) without hesitation
- and both seemed appropriate as my design is about 5x3. We set
- an appt for later that week so he couldfinesse the design. When
- I called back and couldn't make the scheduled time he
- rearranged his personal schedule to come in when I could. He
- showed me the final design for my approval and once agreed we
- went to the chair. This was my first tattoo and I was very
- nervous, but Duane put me at ease and promised it wasn't near
- as bad as I thought. And it wasn't. I periodically checked
- his progress and was amazed at the amount of care he put into
- the coloring and shading of my design. His joking and
- conversation made the time and irritation of the needle
- minimal. Afterwards he gave me specific instuctions on care
- and how to use the Tattoo Goo. He also gave me an extra
- business card and said to call if I had any questions. It's
- definitely agreat experience and Duane is an A+++ artist!!!
-
- Capitol City Tattoos II
- 1665 E. Main St., Prattville, 36066 Ph: 334-361-7266
- $120/hr Cash, Credit
- Reviewed 05/2004 by Candace Roberts <shawafb [at] ftc-i.net>
- Shop Review: Capitol City Tattoo II in Prattville, Alabama. Convenient
- location, great hours, Super Clean, Tons of designs on the walls to choose
- from if you don't bring something of your own. Friendly staff, VERY
- helpful, was more than willing to work us in on a Saturday sce we were from
- out of town! Even stayed after hours to finish my husbands design. Great
- Prices & Hourly Rates, All around GREAT SHOP, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
- Artist Review--Steffan: Steffan, What can I say, except this: I will never
- go to anyone
- else for another tattoo!! I will drive from S.C. to Alabama from now on
- to have my work done by this talented and extremely professional artist.
- Completely made me feel at ease, due to the area of my tattoo it was quite
- painful, he kept checking on me to see how I was doing, to see if I needed
- a break, Great chairside manners. His tribal art is by far the best I've
- ever seen. And, the custom tribal piece that he hand sketched onto my
- husband's upper left arm was by far phenominal. The tattoo I received is
- my favorite to date;(I have five). My husband's tribal 1/2 sleeve is my
- favorite on him;(he has 14)!! Quality Work, Completely made to feel at
- ease, coloring, shading, and fine lines AMAZING!!
-
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- ALASKA:
-
- Permanently Unique Ink
- 4100 Lake Otis Parkway, Medical Plaza Suite #205, Anchorage, 99508 Ph: 907-575-7622
- $150/hr Cash or major credit cards
- Reviewed 01/2003 by Liza Sims Lawarence <IZNLPS4U [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review:
- Artist Review--Clayton Halfhill <permanentlyuniqueink [at] yahoo.com>: Mr.
- Halfhill performs the most "safest" procedures I've ever seen in the
- indusrty to date, using only disposable materials and equipment. His
- personal protective equipment, health & safety is second to none in the
- world. Everone should perform with this amount of care & consern for their
- clients as he does! He has been performing his art for decades in tattooing
- and for the last year he has developed into a great permanent cosmetic
- tech. He was reconized in "cosmetech magizine" a few months ago.
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- ARIZONA:
- Tattooing of minors is prohibited. Home tattooing is illegal.
-
- Body Art Tattoo
- 443 W. Main St., Mesa, 85201 Ph: 480-644-0812
- http://www.azbodyart.com
- Cash, Visa, M/C, Discover, AmEx
- Reviewed 11/2001 by Nikki Redeker <nikkiredeker [at] cox.net>
- Shop Review: A very large, immaculate shop with several private artist
- studios and private piercing room. They have the most comfortable waiting
- room with a variety of flash, portfolios, magazines and a great selection
- of body jewelry. In addition they have a separate sterilization room with
- standard autoclave and chemclave. A very comfortable, private and friendly
- place to get a tattoo and/or piercing.
- Artist Review--Marc Lescarbeau <bodyart [at] azbodyart.com>: He can do
- anything from the most standard tattoo to a very custom detailed tattoo. An
- artist who takes his time and never goes beyond his limits or yours. He has
- an amazing way of taking a sometimes uncomfortable, irritating experience
- and making it a pleasant one. A very experienced artist who stands behind
- and guarantees his work.
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- ARKANSAS:
- State Annotated @ 5-27-228 (1993) allows the tattooing of minors with the
- written consent of the minor's parent, legal guardian or legal custodian.
-
- Red Beard's Famous Living Canvas Tattoos and Body Piercing
- 413 Park Ave, Hot Springs, 71901 Ph: 501-623-4744
- http://www.livingcanvas.net
- Reviewed 04/2003 by Amanda Christian <mmmsweet [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is doctor office clean, but very comfortable, it has
- kind of a home feeling, very professional, good nice people. Great location
- in downtown Hot Springs.
- Artist Review--Will Garrabrant: Very patient, professional, and calming.
-
- Santa Cruz Tattoo Company
- 7715 Crystal Hill Road, North Little Rock, 72118 Ph: 501-812-6432
- http://www.santacruztattoo.com
- $100/hr Visa ,MC, AE,and Discover
- Reviewed 04/2004 by Kim Hitt <not shown>
- Shop Review: The shop is clean,Tattoo artists wear scrubs.Licenced by Ar.
- health Dept.
- Artist Review--Mike Santa Cruz <tat2mike [at] aol.com>: He really cares
- about the person being tattooed.
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- CALIFORNIA
- California law states professional tattoo artists are not allowed to tattoo
- minors who are under the age of 18. Otherwise unregulated.
-
- Shannon O'Sullivan
- Altadena, 91001 Ph: 626-794-3731
- cash and checks from established clients
- Reviewed 10/2003 by Stan Schwarz <stan [at] cosmo.pasadena.ca.us>
- Shop Review: Shannon's shop is also her home, and it's like stepping into
- a big fantastic art project. The actual tattoo area is in the front, next
- to a big picture window with a view of the mountains. She works by
- appointment only, and she's usually booked up at least a month or two in
- advance.
- Artist Review--Shannon: Shannon is very pleasant to work with. She is a
- good artist, and can do lots of different styles. She also has very good
- technical skills, and she's fast. She can do a piece in half the time of
- some other artists, and the end result still looks great. You can see the
- backpiece she did for me at http://cosmo.pasadena.ca.us/stan/tattoos/back
-
- Electric Dragon
- 21503 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, 91303 Ph: none
- Reviewed 08/2003 by Elizabeth <beth [at] thefreehold.com>
- Shop Review: The studio is immaculately clean.
- Artist Review--Big Payaso: Payaso is funny and really puts you at ease,
- needles opened in front of me, autoclave, beautiful custom work, has been
- in the business 15+ years.
-
- Eternal Art
- 18438 Sierra Hwy #5, Canyon Country, 91351 Ph: 661-298-0897
- Reviewed 04/2002 by Desiree Sargent <violetscream [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: At first, it seems a bit weird, because its on the corner of a
- dirty-looking street, and up these steep little stairs, above a pager shop,
- but inside it is very clean and comfortable.
- Artist Review--Shaun: Shaun is very helpful and congenial. He has done some
- very intricate work for me, and it has turned out awesome. (Better than I
- described or even IMAGINED) He pays special attention to detail, which is
- why I love him. He makes easy conversation while working on you, and has a
- bookcase full of all different things for you to look at. I've brought my
- sister to him twice, and I refer everyone I know to him. After seeing my
- tats, they all want to go to him anyway. =) He warned me about posting my
- tat pic on any sites, or even contributing it to magazines, because he
- fears someone may copy the art that belongs to me. (Who wants someone
- walking around with the same exact thing on their body forever as they
- have? What kind of self-expression is that?) I really appreciate the fact
- that he cares more about me than about making his name well known in
- magazines and whatnot. He is very nice, funny, and extremely talented.
-
- Alpha Omega
- 1121 North Texas Street, Fairfield, 94533 Ph: 707-428-6519
- http://www.kissmytattoo.com/
- Cash, Credit Card
- Reviewed 10/2000 by Karine Perttula <teddy [at] wonderland.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is very clean, the people are friendly. The artist
- has her own curtained off area which can be made to feel extremely private
- or open to the world depening on the work being done, and the person it is
- being done on.
- Artist Review--Lin Elliott: Lin's creation of my tattoo felt very much like
- a collabrative process. What I was interested in and wanted was always
- taken into consideration, if I didn't specify exacts and she came up with
- something she thought was needed she let me know her thoughts on the
- matter, but didn't push too have it done her way.
-
- L.A. Tattoo
- 6547 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, 90028 Ph: 323-463-3919
- cash and credit cards
- Reviewed 09/2003 by Stacy J Lecour <meanjeangirl [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: In the heart of hollywood, a big space with 4 artists that I
- saw. VERY clean, inviting, mellow enviroment. I didn't feel as though I
- was being judged when walking through the door. They were all very
- professional, perfectionists.
- Artist Review--Case: His name is Case, his eyes are beautiful, his touch
- was gentle,
- his work is awesome, people can't stop staring at it, and neither can I.
- I'd love to be in love with this cat. I almost kissed him when he was done.
- I think I should have. I'll be back for more.
-
- Skintagious Tattoo
- Los Angeles Ph: 818-321-7029
- http://skintagious.biz
- $75/hr cash, checks
- Reviewed 03/2004 by Raven Allread <dramabird [at] msn.com>
- Shop Review: All was clean and in good shape. Frank opened all needles in
- front of me. He even brought his own chairs and scrubed them with something
- that made it smell like a hospital. I could not be happier with the work he
- did, and I never had to leave my house.
- Artist Review--Frank <plabnoid [at] comcast.net>: Frank made me feel as if
- I were an old friend.Put me at ease throughout the session. His work was
- the most compelling i've seen in Quite awhile. A true artist
-
- Temple Tattoo
- 384-17th Street, Oakland, 94612 Ph: 510-451-6423
- $100/hr Cash only
- Reviewed 06/2000 by Bob Fickling <rbf [at] tsoft.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is located in one of the better downtown areas of
- Oakland. Lots of metered and lot parking. The shop is clean, well lighted
- and large. The artists are nice and friendly. Plus they do great work!
- Artist Review--Freddy Corbin: Fred Corbin's nickname is "Mr. Nice Guy" what
- else can I say? He started tattooing over ten years ago at Erno's in San
- Francisco and later worked at Ed Hardy's shop. He has tattooed all around
- the world and is know worldwide for excellent work.
-
- Incognito Tattoo
- 750 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite #6, Pasadena, 91101 Ph: 626-584-9448
- http://www.incognitotattoo.com
- $120/hr Cash
- Reviewed 02/2004 by Orlando Delgado <fifi91504 [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is like walking into an operating room as far as
- sanitation. The staff and fellow artist were all very friendly and
- courteous. They had some great music playing (Not too loud) the whole time
- and the location in Downtown Pasadena is incredibly safe.
- Artist Review--Jason Schroder <jason [at] incognitotattoo.com>: Jason was
- the first artist that I approached about doing this custom piece that did
- not hesitate taking it on. I gave him very little to work with and he had
- the artwork ready for me the day he promised. The next day I had the
- appointment for the tattoo and he was ready for me when I arrived. Jason
- was very friendly and polite and made sure I was comfortable the whole
- time. Jason owns the shop and is an incredible artist. The compliments I
- receive from strangers on his piece astounds me.
-
- Primitive Basic Tattooing and Piercing
- 112 N. Bradford Ave., Placentia, 92870 Ph: 714-579-7765
- $100/hr Cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 03/2003 by Tim <tkinley2 [at] excite.com>
- Shop Review: They are very good. they are sanitary, and the shop is clean.
- They are very friendly, and professional. they only use needles once. They
- always use a new needle when applying a tattoo.
- Artist Review--Sherry: Sherry is very good. friendly, and has tattooed for
- over seven years. she has a light touch, and is very safe. she makes you
- feel very comfortable. I definietly recommend this shop for a tattoo.
-
- Homeward Bound Tattoo
- 2853 El Camino Real, Redwood City, State: Ph: 650-474-1100
- http://www.homewardboundtattoo.bizland.com
- $120/hr cash/credit card
- Reviewed 08/2003 by Michelle <michelle_mouse76 [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Homeward Bound is a cool shop, with 2 artists, Craig and Todd.
- The walls are absolutely covered with all different kinds of flash. While
- the shop is rather small, it is very clean and both Craig and Todd are
- friendly and helpful.
- Artist Review--Craig: Craig is a super friendly guy who put out some great
- work. I have been to him for 3 different pieces and I love them all. He
- puts a lot into his work and does some beautiful color work. He is also
- very friendly and puts you at ease, while cracking you up at the same time!
- Some joke that he is a bit heavy handed, but I have had pretty sensitive
- places done by him (wrist, chest and feet) and have not had any problems. I
- would and do recommend him to anyone looking for a bright, colorful tattoo.
-
- Liberty Tattoo
- 4544 Auburn Blvd., Sacramento, 95814 Ph: 916-977-3977
- $120/hr cash
- Reviewed 02/1999 by Pam Mann <pammy91836 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review:
- Artist Review--Bill Liberty: Bill not only does outstanding work,
- hischairside manner can't be beat. I gave him a computer-generatedpicture
- which he drew up and improved upon. My friend and I both gotthe same tat.
- This man is truly an artist - I have many other tatsfrom different artists,
- but I'll never go to anyone other than Billfor future work.
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- Tattoo Infinity
- 1601 Fulton, Sacramento, 95815 Ph: 916-215-2169
- http://www.tattooinfinity.com
- $120/hr Cash
- Reviewed 10/2003 by Tom Terry <tom [at] tomterry.com>
- Shop Review: Private Studio - consultation and tattoos by appointment only,
- no walk-ins. Studio is clean, very private and easy to get to.
- Artist Review--Eric Ross <ericross76 [at] yahoo.com>: EricÆs work is just
- as good as the Big Dog Legends of San Francisco, very detailed oriented. A
- nice guy with a different approach and philosophy who produces results that
- are both priceless & timeless.
-
- Bigrandz Tattoo & Body Piercing
- 3251 Adams Ave, San Diego, 92116 Ph: 619-283-5007
- http://www.bigrandztattoo.com
- $80/hr cash,mastercard,visa ,dicover,atm
- Reviewed 03/2004 by bobby lane <randztattoo [at] sbcglobal.net>
- Shop Review: Shop is very clean well organized,very friendly staff,is
- located
- in old San Diego CA, on historic Adams Ave
- Artist Review--Randy Faber <bigrand [at] bigrandztattoo.com>: Randys a
- great guy who was brought up in the old school way of tattoing. Been
- tattooing since 1987. Very friendly and atentive to his clients needs, easy
- to get along with, vand very talented.
-
- 222 Tattoo
- 222 Eighth Street, San Francisco, 94103 Ph: 415-255-8222
- Cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 11/2000 by Art Richards <sidha91 [at] hotmail.com (include RAB in subj line to escape filters)>
- Shop Review: UPDATE Same as my 1997 review. Might want to list other
- artists: Scott Sylvia, Jeff Rassier, Jesse Tuesday, Juan Puente
- Artist Review--Eddy Deutsche: A consumate custom artist. Has customers
- from all around the world. Very fast, wonderful colorist, easy manner.
- His backpiece won me Best Oriental Tattoo at 1999 Anaheim Tattoo Tour, the
- combo of back and arms won me Second Best Overall Male.
-
- Tattoo City
- 700 Lombard St, San Francisco, 94133 Ph: 415-345-9437
- http://www.tattoocitysf.com
- $150/hr Cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 11/2000 by Art Richards <sidha91 [at] hotmail.com (include RAB in subj line to escape filter)>
- Shop Review: Tattoo City moved about two blocks down the street about a
- year ago into bigger quarters at the corner of Lombard and Columbus.
- Private booths for each artist. Clean, bright, and spacious. Good
- transportation.
- Artist Review--Jef Whitehead: Young artist, going up like a rocket. I
- don't take red ink easily, but his work on me did not fall out and is still
- as bright as it was 2 years ago.
- Reviewed 11/2000 by Art Richards <sidha91 [at] hotmail.com (include RAB in subj line to escape filters)>
- Shop Review: SEE MY EARLIER REVIEW ON JEF WHITEHEAD, SAME SHOP.
- Artist Review--Don Ed Hardy: What can you say about Ed Hardy? The man is a
- legend. Still doing superb work after 32 years in the business. Very
- fast, he outlined and did the body color on my deity (about a foot high)in
- about 2 hours, finished the fine detail work in another appointment of 1
- 1/2 hours. Charges a premium rate, but worth every penny. Only works two
- days a week now. Took me about 2 months to get a consultation, another
- month for first appt.
- Reviewed 11/2000 by Art Richards <sidha91 [at] hotmail.com (include RAB in subj line to escape filter)>
- Shop Review: SEE PREVIOUS REVIEW ON JEF WHITEHEAD, SAME SHOP. Update:
- Nalla Smith is no longer there. Current artists include Colin Stevens, Jef
- Whitehead, Tim Lehi -- and Hardy a couple of days a week
- Artist Review--Tim Lehi: Gentle, quiet, almost shy, very pleasant young
- man. A terrific artist, I am always knocked out by his beautiful taped to
- the walls of his booth. The Fudo has exquisite detail and beautiful
- coloring. I plan on getting him to fill in the rest of the thigh.
- Reviewed 10/2003 by Rick Rutledge <rickrsf [at] pacbell.net>
- Shop Review: The shop is clean, well lit (lots of windows), and inviting.
- Music varies (artists take turns choosing), and everyone I've interacted
- with there has been very friendly.
- Artist Review--Tim Lehi: Tim's work is increasingly well-known, and my
- piece has been mistaken for the work of Horiyoshi III at conventions; one
- fellow from Australia asked "Horiyoshi, or Tim Lehi?" Tim is booked months
- in advance now, and does mostly large pieces. Tim's art in various media
- ranges from gruesome to sublime. I chose very traditional Japanese, and it
- was beautifully executed. I'm VERY happy with the work and the experience,
- and I intend to go back
- for more. You can see pictures at http://www.inkbear.com
-
- Art Work Rebels
- 1755 Market St., San Francisco, 94118 Ph: 415-552-4297
- http://www.grimemonster.com
- $150/hr cash
- Reviewed 11/2002 by Mercury Ellis <Heavymeddlekid [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: A spacious new shop, very clean with amazing art by people
- like
- Ed hardy and a huge awesome dragon mural by the Grime. They have
- folding screens for privacy and both Jason Kundell and the Grime
- are "really nice guys." The shop is easily accessible by subway
- and bus. Upper Market/outer Mission district..
- .
- Artist Review--The Grime <grime [at] grimemonster.com>: The Grime is
- amazingly fast, creative, smart, and funny, is a
- snappy dresser and has excellent taste in music. Oh yeah, his
- tattoos slay me. His reputation precedes him of course, but if
- you don't know then check out his website above. He has worked
- with Marcus Pacheco and Ed Hardy himself, and has paid his dues.
- Has self-published a really cool book. Another consummate artist
- who
- can take the most trite, played out image and make it fresh,
- and also is able to take a unique idea and make it
- work as a tattoo. He has a very light touch and a great eye
- for color. Did I mention he was fast?
-
- Godspeed Tattoo
- 620 S. Norfolk St, San Mateo, 94401 Ph: 650-558-1922
- http://godspeedtattoo.com
- No checks
- Reviewed 07/2001 by Ozzy <burlfire295 [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: Godspeed is the nicest shop I have ever seen. It is clean and
- spacious and is very welcoming. Walls are covered with big paintings and
- custom art. Booths are private and large.
- Artist Review--Kevin Marr <owner [at] godspeedtattoo.hpwebhost.com>: Kevin
- has been tattooing for about 3 years. Turtle from Gene's Body Art in Long
- Branch NJ taught him. He said he always liked to draw with a passion and
- focus on tattoo designs.
-
- Spider Murphy's
- 939 Tamalphis Street, San Rafael, 94901 Ph: 415-460-6979
- Cash or credit cards
- Reviewed 07/2000 by Bob Fickling <rbf [at] tsoft.com>
- Shop Review: A small, clean shop in a good neighborhood with easy to find
- metered parking.
- Artist Review--Theo Mindell: Theo Mindell does great tattoos, enjoys
- tattooing and has good manners. Another "nice guy".
- Reviewed 02/2003 by Lynnette Frary <lynnettemfrary [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is funky, relaxed, comfy, the sanitation is good to
- my
- knowledge, no privacy there is only one chair. The neighborhood is good,
- difficult to find parking.
- Artist Review--Theo: Theo is a wonderful person he is a great artist,
- friendly and charming. However, his new staff can be abrasive and
- disrespectful to possible clients. I've recently had three people tell me
- that they were treated poorly upon arriving. Sad to see that happening
- when Theo was alone, I think things were better.
-
- Tattoo Santa Barbara
- 318 State St, Santa Barbara, 93101 Ph: 805-962-7552
- http://www.luckyfishart.com
- Cash, Visa/MC, AMEX, ATM cards
- Reviewed 04/1996 by Sean Corfield <sean [at] ocsltd.com>
- Shop Review: Excellent sterile conditions despite a wonderfully cluttered
- shop with great guard dog. Plenty of things hanging from the ceiling to
- keep the eyes occupied while being worked on. Lots of soothing music,
- celtic, new age whatever. Work area only separated from walk-in area by a
- counter but still reasonably private.
- Artist Review--Pat Fish <patfish [at] luckyfish.com>: Pat is a fiercely
- independent, outspoken woman who doesn't suffer fools gladly. Taught
- initially by Cliff Raven, she has built up over 10 years of experience
- running her own shop. She takes great pride in her work and is very patient
- while dealing with placement and customisation of the design. Her knowledge
- of Celtic art and culture is extensive and she has a real passion for it.
-
- Staircase Tattoo
- 628 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, 95060 Ph: 831-425-7644
- http://www.staircasetattoo.com
- Reviewed 02/2002 by Elena Bridges <elenathered [at] msn.com>
- Shop Review: the entire experience was very nice and exceptionally clean. i
- wasn't tressed with a bunch of other people around just tim and myself. he
- was exceptionally cool which was very important because he also did my
- first tattoo.
- Artist Review--Tim Bonagario: he apprenticed with a guy named phil who's
- pretty well known- works in Fla. now. Tim is really cool and patient when
- you need to take breaks. His work is fantastic- the colors are amazing and
- the tattoos look just like the pictures. Tim is amazing i don't know any
- more about his training as he was referrred by a friend whom i trust.
- Reviewed 12/1999 by Barry Blanchard <barry [at] anatometal.com>
- Shop Review: There are two male tattooists, 4 female. One of the
- cleanest shops I have ever seen. All the tattooists have won awards
- for various work at tattoo conventions. The studio has also won "Best
- Tattoo Shop in Santa Cruz" every year in the local paper. The have
- four autoclaves, a clean room, a bio-hazard room, and sinks at every
- station. James McDermott has the only studio in this town that
- conforms to all areas of our new tattoo and body piercing sterility
- laws. I would not go anywhere else.
- Artist Review--:
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- COLORADO
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- CONNECTICUT:
- Connecticut General Statutes 53-41 (1991) makes it illegal
- to tattoo minors under the age of 18 without parental consent. Otherwise
- unregulated.
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-
- DELAWARE:
- Prohibits piercing, tattooing, and branding minors without parental
- consent
- Laws: http://www.state.de.us/govern/agencies/legis/lis/139/bills/95428.htm
-
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- DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA:
- Unregulated.
- Legislature: http://www.dc.gov/
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- FLORIDA
- Tattooing must be performed by a licensed physician or dentist, or a shop
- that is under the vouched supervision of one. Minors must have parental
- consent.
- Laws: http://www.flsenate.gov/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=&URL=Ch0877/SEC04.HTM&Title=-%3E2002-%3ECh0877-%3ESection%2004
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- Artistic Addictions
- 5536 International Drive, Orlando, 32819 Ph: 407-354-3200
- Cash, Credit Cards
- Reviewed 04/2003 by Nicole Gray <Seraph1sin [at] earthlink.net>
- Shop Review: The shop is very clean and set in a strip mall that has
- ample parking and is very easy to locate. The rooms are very private and
- the atmosphere is very relaxed. The shop is in a very safe area close to
- many tourist attractions.
- Artist Review--Lance Norris: Lance is incredible at coming up with
- unique ideas for new work. Lance has done three tattoos for me at this
- time. The center of my upper back has an angel that is so colorful most
- people think it is airbrushed on. The tattoo on my left shoulder is an
- angel that appears to be a bit darker in nature, but is so full of detail
- everyone is impressed. Lance also did a small bit of congee work for me
- that has very clean lines. Lance has a very relaxing manner and makes
- everyone feel at ease.
-
- Serenity Body Modifications
- 11502 N. Nebraska Ave. Suite 105, Tampa, 33612 Ph: 813-971-5312
- http://www.geocities.com/Eureka/Enterprises/4799/serenity.html
- cash, credit cards, no checks
- Reviewed 08/2000 by Deborah Chance <dchance1 [at] tampaybay.rr.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is located in a small 'strip' shopping center. Shop
- is neat and clean, nice music playing.There is a comfortable waiting
- area.Skip tattoos in a small private room, there is another room for
- tattooing, also. There is a poster hanging in Skip's room, decribing
- sanitation procedures.
- Artist Review--Skip Sampson <serenityBM [at] aol.com>: Skip made me feel at
- ease, even though it was my first tattoo. He spent 3 1/2 years at
- McKenzie's Forever Ink as Mgr./artist, and 2 years at Blue Devil Tattoo
- Gallery in Ybor City. Does custom work, not just flash.
-
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- GEORGIA:
- Official Code of Georgia Annotated @ 16-5-71 (1993) states that
- it is illegal to tattoo a person under the age of 18. Violators are
- guilty of a misdemeanor. Also, OCGA @ 16-12-5 states that it is illegal
- to tattoo within one inch of an eye socket. Otherwise unregulated.
-
- Time Bomb Tattoo
- 1035 Baxter Street, Athens, 30606 Ph: 706-316-2223
- http://http://www.timebombtattoo.com
- Reviewed 03/2003 by Robert Newsome <rnewsome [at] uga.edu>
- Shop Review: Nice size shop, very comfortable and VERY CLEAN. If you're
- getting the kind of work that requires privacy, or if you don't want other
- people to be around when you get tattooed, this is ever a problem. The
- location is easy to find, and is near a drugstore if you need to pick up
- any after-care supplies when you're done.
- Artist Review--Chris Parry: Chris is extremely friendly and is an excellent
- artist. I will
- go back to him for the rest of my tattoo work as long as I live in this
- town. His ability to take a verbal description or a rough sketch and turn
- it into a finished work is excellent. One of the most patient, nicest
- tattoo artists I've met.
-
- Sacred Heart Tattoo
- 483 Moreland Avenue, Atlanta, 30307 Ph: 404-222-8385
- http://www.sacredhearttattoo.com
- cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 11/1999 by Kim Wilson <gt4938d [at] prism.gatech.edu>
- Shop Review: The shop was very nice and clean. The atmosphere was friendly,
- and there were large quantities of flash. They also provided resource
- books like a dictionary of Chinese symbols. They had private rooms and a
- more public area. The shop is located in Little Five Points, a district
- known for interesting shops.
- Artist Review--Colette: I was very impressed with Colette. She spent a lot
- of time to help me choose the colors I wanted, sketching out several
- schemes to help me choose. It was my first tattoo, and she was very good
- at making me feel comfortable and at ease. She did a great job with
- coloring and shading the tattoo; it turned out even better than I had
- hoped. I was very pleased with the whole experience.
-
- Ivory Tower Tattoo & Body Piercing Emporium
- 406 Fair Road Suite #9, Statesboro Ph: 912-764-5048
- Reviewed 08/1999 by April Greene <aldgreene [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is located conviently near the center of town
- in a small shopping center. They are open 7 days a week from 12am to
- 12pm. Its better to get an appoitment, he is quite busy. Inside the
- shop is spotless. Everyone who works there is eager to help and they
- put you at ease, kinda make you feel at home. All of the equipment is
- sanitized and Gentleman Ross wears gloves the entire time. He has a
- private room for tattooing and a separate room for piercing. You could
- not ask for a cleaner shop or nicer people.
- Artist Review--Ross Craven: Gentleman Ross has been tattooing for
- about 3 years. I was the second person he did a portrait on and my
- husband was the first! I literally have had people stop me on the
- street to see this tattoo up close(its on my thigh)! He has a
- tendency to be quiet when he works-concentration ya know! But he is a
- very knowledgable person who knows his trade and can explain anything
- you ask him...I asked a lot of questions! He answered them all and
- put me at complete ease. My first experience will not be my last,
- thanks to Ross!
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- HAWAII
- Tattooing of minors is prohibited
- Legislature: http://www.hawaii.gov/icsd/leg/leg.html
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- IDAHO:
- Tattooing laws: Nonexistent and unregulated.
-
- Sandpoint Tattoo & Body Piercing
- 206 N. First, Sandpoint, 83864 Ph: 208-265-5212
- $30/hr cash
- Reviewed 08/1999 by tracy canon <t.a.canon [at] worldnet.att.net>
- Shop Review: the shop has several methods of sterilization, the total
- environment and feel of the shop is relaxing,privacy screens are available.
- The artist is a true professional. Quality of work is his primary concern,
- his rates reasonable the attitude is one of openess and honesty. VERY
- REFRESHING!
- Artist Review--kevin: Kevin has over 20 years experience, first learning
- his trade in Sydney Australia. He has had several shops in his career,
- southern California and now in the panhandle of north Idaho. He has clients
- come over from Canada, Washington state, Montana, Oregon,Utah and even
- Germany. As stated above his mannerism is calm and quiet, honest and open.
- True professional and asset to the business. He has the lightest touch
- which is very nice on tender areas. The quality of work is fantastic, like
- looking at a picture not just a nice tat.
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-
- ILLINOIS:
- Illinois Compiled Statutes Criminal Code of 1961 720 ILCS 5/
- Professional tattoo artists are not allowed to tattoo minors under the age
- of *21*. Violations are considered a Class C misdemeanor. Otherwise
- unregulated.
- Legislature: http://www.legis.state.il.us
- Laws: http://www.legis.state.il.us/legislation/ilcs/ch720/ch720act5articles/ch720act5Sub17.htm
-
- The Mark of Cain Tattoos
- 207 West Green St., Champaign, 61820 Ph: 217-355-3876
- http://http://www.markofcaintattoos.com
- $100/hr Cash, check, credit cards
- Reviewed 01/2003 by Mark Gilkison <mdgilkison [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: Shop is decorated in the Victorian/horror theme, with every
- attention paid to safe, sanitary work environment. The shop is licensed
- through the Champaign County Board of Health.
- Artist Review--Nick Wiggins <mammon [at] ameritech.net>: Nick's work is
- unparallelled, as you would see by visiting his site, or his shop, or by
- viewing one of the many articles he's had in international
- publications(such as Tattoo Revue 41&49, SkinArt 62, Tattoo 114, and the
- latest issue of Tabu tattoo..issue #21). I offer this challenge; if you can
- find someone better, after looking at his work, go to them. For me, I know
- there's no limit to this man's capabilities.
-
- Nick's Tattoos
- 1020 Derby St., Pekin, 61554 Ph: 309-346-8287
- http://www.nickstattoos.com
- $100/hr cash, credit, check
- Reviewed 12/2002 by G. J. Oakley <ermd1996 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: This shop is "SUPER" clean. The environment is kept in a
- professional manner pursuant to OSHA. Privacy is available
- due to 5 individual rooms. The area of town the studio is
- located is easy to find and comfortable.
- Artist Review--Nick <nicktattoo [at] aol.com>: Nick has done my work, he
- has tattooed over 10 years and I found
- him to be extremely knowledgeable in areas of infection control
- and very aware of sanitation. I myself being a physician am very
- concerned about safety and Nick's Tattoos has surpassed all my
- expectations. Clean lines and bright colors no problems at all.
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- INDIANA:
- Tattooing of minors is prohibited.
-
- Skeleton Crew Tattoo
- 907 Washington St., Columbus, 47201 Ph: 812-378-9277
- Reviewed 12/1969 by Misty <nettafaye [at] voyager.net>
- Shop Review: Very sanitary, good location,comfortable enviroment.
- Artist Review--David Neugenstump: Dave is polite and easy going. His work
- is out of this world. I
- would recommend him to anyone. #1 in southern Indiana to me.
-
- New Breed - the future of tattooing and body pierc
- 328 Northwestern Avenue, West Lafayette, 47906 Ph: 765-743-6307
- http://montetattoo.com
- cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 06/2002 by Lyndsey Hahn <livingdeadgrrl [at] att.net>
- Shop Review:
- Artist Review--Monte <monte [at] montetattoo.com>: Monte is absolutely the
- best tattoo artist around. At New Breed, every precaution is taken for
- sterilization and cleanliness. The finished art is completely phenomenal
- on every customer.
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- IOWA
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- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- KANSAS
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- KENTUCKY:
- Legislature: http://www.lrc.state.ky.us/
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- Altered Image
- 101 Campbellsville St., Columbia, 42728 Ph: 270-384-6675
- Cash, credit card
- Reviewed 05/2003 by Beth Murray <opeth89 [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: The artist (and owner) is VERY particular about sanitation,
- sterilization, and regulations. It is a very small shop with only one
- artist, and the atmosphere is great. Flash covers the small wall space, as
- does some older pics of his work. His various certificates and awards hang
- in the rooms where he works.
- Artist Review--Kendall Pierson: Oh, I don't know where to start. Although I
- haven't "shopped around," I don't think I'd ever find a better artist.
- Kendall, or "Just Plain Bud" has traveled the world and has been in the
- business for close to 40 years. In 1983, he was (and I believe this is what
- he said)International Tattoo Artist of the Year. If this title doesn't
- exist, I apologize for my poor memory, but he was something BIG. Despite
- this world-wide recognition, he has settled in Columbia, Kentucky, and he
- is the most friendly person you'll meet. And funny. It's hard to be
- tattooed because you can't stop laughing. And he works with you on a fair
- (I refuse to say cheap, it's bad for business) price. One time I was quite
- short of the quoted price because of a misunderstanding, but he did it
- anyway and did an awesome job. My pics are posted under the "Music"
- category at bme. It's of my upper back, and I have the Opeth logo, 2
- orchids, and a cross on the left. Bud is absolutely amazing.
-
- Body Works Tattoos and Piercings
- 1426 W Lexington Ave., Winchester, 40391 Ph: 859-737 1070
- Cash
- Reviewed 01/2001 by Samantha <Phelix2 [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is user friendly and neat!!! It's very groovy clean
- and does more than just meet all the requirements for a parlor. Chris
- wore gloves cleaned the tattoo area was calm and nice during both my
- tattoos and my piercing. Chris is must if you are going to get anything
- done!!!! ;')
- Artist Review--Chris Reynolds <Chris [at] bdyworks.com>: The shop was
- user friendly with information about the services offered and chris has
- ideal tattoos hanging all over the place. Everything was beyond perfect
- from the way he had everything layed out to the chairs and the
- sterlization...
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-
- LOUISIANA:
- Louisiana Revised Statutes 14:93.2 (1992) states that
- tattooing minors under 18 is legal only with the consent of a parent.
- Violators are fined $100 to $500. Otherwise unregulated.
-
- Big Daddy's Body Works
- 15788 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, 70819 Ph: 225-274-8601
- $100/hr cash, credit card -debit card, local checks
- Reviewed 04/2003 by Anna M McCleskey <meemee2love [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: Remarkable...for the Baton Rouge area it's awsome. Clean as a
- doctor's office and more comfortable. A "MUST SEE" if you're in the area.
- You would never believe it used to be a Tamale shop! It has had a complete
- makeover!
- Artist Review--Chris Allen: Health Board Certified; in both Louisiana and
- Arkansas. Has been trained in CPR, First Aid, and Blood Pathogens. One year
- apprentiship 8yrs. ago. Kinda quiet as he works but always answered any
- questions.
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- MAINE:
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- Bar Harbor Tattoo
- 40 Rodick Place, Bar Harbor, 04609 Ph: 207-288-9722
- http://www.bhtattoo.com
- Reviewed 05/2003 by Rich Cassey Jr. <richard.cassey [at] us.army.mil>
- Shop Review: This is with out a doubt the cleanest most sanitary shop I
- have
- ever been in. Liz and William are true professionals. Not pushy and not in
- hurry to get you out of their shop like some I have been in. No one else
- will ever do my art work!
- Artist Review--Liz Cornelius: Liz has done 3 pieces for me not including
- touch ups oonother tattoos I received from other artists. She did a bottle
- nosed dolphin on my chest in pen and ink style to complement the pen and
- ink Great white her husbnad William did for me. She also custom-designed
- and inked me up with a nautical coat of arms. My favorite piece by Liz was
- a cover up of an old faded badly damaged King Neptune which she completly
- rebuilt and added an American Flag. Liz has been featured in skin art
- magazine, and has been in numerous other articles about women tatto
- artists. she is a perfectionist but very relaxed.
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- MARYLAND:
- Tattooing laws: unregulated.
-
- Great Southern
- 9403 Baltimore Avenue, College Park, 20743 Ph: 301-474-8820
- Reviewed 05/2000 by Markeeda Guest <mskeeda [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: Nice neighborhood, the rooms were private, but small.
- Provided candy, and other snacks while performing the tatooo.
- Artist Review--Charley: Charley did great work!! His personality was
- great, he told jokes, stories, and whatever else to keep the atmosphere
- light. He was helpful in keeping my mind OFF of the pain:)
-
- Personal Art Studio
- 13404 McMullen Hwy, Cumberland, 21502 Ph: 301 729-8282
- cash, credit card, debit card
- Reviewed 05/2002 by Jennifer Mulledy <junipertulipifera [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: My after-the-fact research of what to expect from a good
- tattoo
- artist has described Mary's shop to a tee. Clean, not intimidating to the
- first
- (and only) timer like myself, thorough explanation of the process and
- tools, and
- they gave me a second sucker even after I laughed at the idea in the first
- place.
- Artist Review--Mary: Friendly, professional, customer-oriented, an overall
- pleasant experience (minus the pain). I would definitely recommend her,
- particularly to the introverted woman, I believe I was much more
- comfortable with a female artist.
-
- Dragon Moon Tattoo
- 208 North Crain Highway, Glen Burnie, 21061 Ph: 410-768-6471
- http://www.dragon-moon.com
- $150/hr cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 08/2003 by Arthur Adams <arthur [at] smart.net>
- Shop Review: Sanitation is excellent. They use an autoclave, and have
- actually helped write state and Federal tattoo shop guidelines. The
- neighborhood is nice. Nothing impressive, but far from seedy. Privacy is
- very good, with private "booths" for each artist, well-separated from the
- waiting area.
- Artist Review--Mick Michieli-Beasley <info [at] dragon-moon.com>: "Ms
- Mick" as they call her, is wonderful. She has considering background in
- tattooing, and you can get details at the shop's web site. She is
- incredibly friendly and patient, and made the entire
- process a pleasure. I can't recommend her highly enough.
-
- Criminal Ink Tattoos
- 5480 S. Maryland Blvd., Lothian, 20711 Ph: 301-751-7773
- cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 04/2004 by Candid Matthews <lilma1x [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: Very clean and organized. Everything about the shop is very
- professional. Plenty of privacy if needed. Easy access location.
- Artist Review--David Shider: Incredibly friendly and patient and made the
- entire process a pleasure. Soft spoken and he did a great job.
-
- About You Tattoo
- P.O. Box 278, Shady Side, 20764 Ph: 410 867 1500
- http://www.belovedbitch.com
- cash only
- Reviewed 03/2001 by Jerry Towns <rdkngjc [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: very clean and organized. It's a private studio where she
- focus's on YOU ...Shuvl beatings are sometimes free depending on her mood
- Artist Review--Rebecca " Ruby " Rasbury <rebarazz [at] aol.com>: she
- specializes in making it perfect for you
-
- Ambrotos Tattoo
- 40 Bonifant Street, Silver Spring, 20910 Ph: 301-585-8004
- Cash, credit card
- Reviewed 05/2000 by Sara Mitchell <saram [at] wam.umd.edu>
- Shop Review: Ambrotos Tattoo is in the shopfront formerly occupied by
- Fattyz Custom Tattoos. The shop is clean and tastefully decorated, located
- in the older area of Silver Spring only blocks from a Metro station and
- many fine ethnic restaurants. The surrounding area is one of the few
- places where I feel comfortable walking around alone after dark. Inside
- the studio, the individual cubicles are comfortable and well-decorated with
- many things to look at while you are being tattooed. Body piercing is also
- offered in the studio. The shop has an autoclave and does not reuse
- needles. Each artist cubicle is private.
- Artist Review--Mike Smith: Mike Smith is an experienced and talented
- artist, on and off of skin. He's had a few years out on his own after
- apprenticing, and really impressed me with his artistry and technical
- skill. When given a very rough drawing of the desired outcome, he worked
- with me for a long time to achieve the design I envisioned. Most of the
- embellishments that I love the most about my pieces were his ideas. I feel
- comfortable placing some artistic license into Mike's skilled hands. Mike
- is a quiet guy while he's working, but that really didn't bother me. Mike
- specializes in thick black outlines and rich shading, very much in the
- traditional style, and his best pieces are definitely of timeless images
- such as swallows, stars, hearts, pinup girls, and other ones which have
- been popular for decades.
-
- Ink Junkeez
- 10545 Theodore Green Blvd., White Plains, 20695 Ph: 301-932-0277
- $75/hr cash, credit
- Reviewed 04/2004 by Sarah Knight <sarie_02 [at] excite.com>
- Shop Review: The shop was very clean and the art work was displayed openly
- for everyone to browse. The moment you walked in someone was there to
- answer any questions you had. The rooms were very private and away from
- the waiting area.
- Artist Review--Bill: Bill was great. He talked to you and made you feel
- very comfortable during the whole process. He even talked about his
- family. He did everything by the book and made sure you witnessed the
- sanitation process.
-
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- MASSACHUSETTS:
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- MICHIGAN:
- Tattooing of minors is prohibited
-
- Doctor John's Body Art Studio
- 33160 Groesbeck Hwy., Fraser, 48026 Ph: 586-415-5903
- http://drjohnstats.com
- Cash
- Reviewed 06/2002 by Beth Gothro <mzbetherz [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: Everything about the shop is very professional, very clean.
- Plenty of privacy if needed. Easy access location.
- Artist Review--Doctor John <doctorjohn [at] ameritech.net>: Doctor John has
- decades of experience and is a wonderful artist.
- He's easy to talk to, doesn't talk you into anything you don't want, KNOWS
- his stuff. I was very impressed. I intend on returning for one or more
- additional tattoos, and recommend him to anyone who wants quality work
- done.
-
- Body Armor Tattoo
- 3101 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, 49008 Ph: 269-552-9100
- Cash, Credit Cards
- Reviewed 06/2003 by Corey Elmore <kudkillioughta [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Body Armor was very sanitary. Earl sprayed down the entire
- area with an antibacterial disinfectant and everything was autoclaved.
- Laid back environment, open booths that are well-lit. Privacy can be
- requested for intimate tattoos or shy people. Decent neighborhood.
- Artist Review--Earl Cronkright: Earl did a great job. He had no problem
- drawing up what i requested, and was fast and fairly gentle with the
- tattoo. Made sure that I was okay several times during the tattoo, since
- he knew that it was my first time. Very experienced. $100 for a large arm
- piece. Willing to touch up despite my over-cleaning.
-
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-
- MINNESOTA:
- Must be 18 or have parental consent.
- Laws: http://www.revisor.leg.state.mn.us/stats/609/2246.html
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- MISSISSIPPI:
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- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- MISSOURI
- Tattoo artists must be licensed by the state.
- Legislature: http://www.moga.state.mo.us
- Laws: http://www.moga.state.mo.us/statutes/c300-399/3240522.htm
-
- Skin City Tattoo
- 14400 Hwy. Z Suite 13, St. Robert, 65584 Ph: 573-336-4376
- http://www.catbones.com
- Reviewed 04/2001 by Sara Mitchell <saram [at] wam.umd.edu>
- Shop Review: Note: The people from Fay's have all moved to Skin City: Fay's
- Tattoo Shop is a very traditional tattoo shop. It is exactly what one
- would expect to find near a large military base. The walls are covered
- floor to ceiling with flash, and the counter features a display of
- tattoo-related materials. Each artist has their own enclosed room. The
- shop is clean and I have no doubt that the artists are very safe and
- sanitary. The shop is located on a major road, and is very accessible. I
- found Fay's Tattoos to be a comfortable, professional, fun environment to
- be tattooed in.
- Artist Review--Cat Spencer <catbones [at] acid.org>: Cat Spencer is an
- incredible tattoo artist and an incredible guy. I felt completely at home
- working with Cat on design, and just talking with him. He does very good
- work, on and off the skin. He is experienced, award-winning, talented, and
- an all-around great person. He handles color and black and grey very well,
- with an outstanding use of white ink. I have seen his mastery of many
- different styles and types of tattoos. He has enthusiasm for the art of
- tattooing. He was well worth flying out to see!
- Reviewed 04/2001 by Angie Kuhns <destrss [at] mdo.net>
- Shop Review: Each artist at the shop has their own room. The shop is very
- clean and there is a very large assortment of flash to browse through.
- Artist Review--Cat Spencer <scarecrow [at] catbones.com>: Cat Spencer is a
- great tattooist with a strong grasp of the fundamentals of artistic design.
- He is also a very easy going nice guy, which makes getting work from him a
- real pleasure. He is a "Master Tatooist" and a credit to the profession.
- Reviewed 04/2001 by Russ Burdick <grub [at] extrapolation.net>
- Shop Review: fays is a quiet little shop filled with nice people. it looks
- like a typical tattoo shop in that the walls are covered with flash. they
- have a tv and dvd player in the cozy lobby and there were movies playing
- through the day. everyone in the shop was very friendly and nice. the shop
- was clean and they were happy to show off their cleaning room, autoclave
- room, etc. great shop!
- Artist Review--Cat Spencer <scarecrow [at] catbones.com>: artist review:
- cat rocks! his artwork is great, he's super friendly and fun to talk with.
- great chair side manner. if i remember our conversation right, he
- apprenticed in kansas city for a couple years in the early 90s and has
- been tattooing for about 10 years now. i've seen his work on myself as
- well as several other people and it's all great. i drove 1800 miles
- (round trip) to get tattooed by cat. i cant recommend him strongly
- enough. cat rocks! there is further info/pics on my webpage at
- http://extrapolation.net/bodyart.shtml if anyone wants more info.
-
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-
- MONTANA:
- State Code
- 45-5-623
- Prohibits tattooing of minors without parental consent
- Legislature: http://leg.state.mt.us/
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- NEBRASKA
- Unregulated.
-
- Liquid Courage
- 2636 S. 84th St., Omaha, 68124 Ph: 402-926-4968
- cash
- Reviewed 10/2002 by BobbiLeigh <blueb99 [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Liquid courage is THE cleanliest shop i have ever seen. They
- are an all custom shop and they have very resonable prices. They also do
- free touch ups for life. Every person in the shop I have met
- is very friendly and professional.
- Artist Review--David: David is a custom artist. He is the most sanitary
- tattoo artist I have ever seen. I told him what i wanted and he drew it up
- better than I could ever imagine. His prices are extremely reasonable. His
- manner is wonderful it was my first tattoo and I was very nervous at first
- and he had no problem giving me a small break and he is very easy to be
- comfortable around. He is somewhat of a perfectionist I will just go in
- with friends and he will look at my tattoo and say it needs a little touch
- up or he has a new idea for highlighting.
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- NEVADA
- Legislature: http://www.leg.state.nv.us
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- NEW HAMPSHIRE:
- Tattooing of minors is illegal (considered "endangering
- the welfare of a child"). Otherwise unregulated.
-
- Scorpion Tattooing
- 129 Rockingham road Rt28 Hillside Plaza, Derry, 03038 Ph: 603-434-4798
- http://www.hometown.aol.com/scorpiontatu
- $100/hr cash and credit cards
- Reviewed 02/1998 by Maria Van Amburgh <maria43436 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: Very clean shop. I felt like i was in a doctor's
- office..everything was pure white. No smoking in the shop. No food. Had
- plenty of flash and showed custom work from portfolio. Total
- privacy on getting tattooed. Complete sterile conditions. Located in mini
- mall. Plenty of parking, handicapped accessible.
- Artist Review--Mark Hesse: Mark Hesse was a really nice
- man. Very easy to talk to, and listened to what i had to
- say. Explained everything very professionally. He took his time doing the
- tattoo, even though there was a waiting line, I will not go anywhere else
- for my tattoo.
- Reviewed 04/2000 by Nadeen Belliveau <lucky98396 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: Clean and bright shop with nothing to hide. Private area for
- tattooing. Mark explain sanitation procedures to me which made me feel at
- ease (My first tattoo). Shop is located off busy road Rt28 in strip mall.
- This shop does walk-ins..so if there is a wait you just put your name up on
- the board and go visit or eat at other shops in the mall.
- Artist Review--Mark Hesse <scorpiontatu [at] aol.com>: Mark has a great
- personality. He told me that all his work is guarantee and please to come
- back when tattoo is healed. I highly recommended this shop cause you won't
- be disappointed.
- Reviewed 04/2001 by Mike Jesionowski <Mikejes [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: He is very talented with his detailed work.
- Artist Review--Mark Hesse <scorpiontatu [at] aol.com>: Very clean and
- outstanding place. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is
- thinking of tattooing.
-
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-
- NEW JERSEY:
- Legislature: http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/
- Laws: http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/cgi-bin/om_isapi.dll?clientID=67469&Depth=2&TD=WRAP&advquery=tattoo&depth=4&expandheadings=on&headingswithhits=on&hitsperheading=on&infobase=statutes.nfo&rank=%20%20&record={963B}&softpage=Doc_Frame_PG42&wordsaroundhits=2&x=53&y=13&zz=
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- First Place Tattoos
- 195 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Hackettstown, 07840 Ph: 908-852-8989
- cash, credit cards (thats all I'm sure of)
- Reviewed 10/2000 by Rachel D. Thiemann <axlnova [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: really nice shop, clean, showed me how all items are sanitized
- and opened all needles in front of me, private 2nd floor shop several rooms
- to look at work on the walls and another separate room for the work to be
- tattooed.
- Artist Review--Michael Holub: I first went to this artist when he was in
- Newton, NJ at another shop and tracked him down so he could do another
- tattoo. I found him to be great. He designed both my tattoos right in
- front of me. He was honest about my color choice not being very good and
- offered another option, but said he would do whichever I wanted. Of
- course, I went with his recommendation and never regretted it. He was very
- calming and relaxing when I was having difficulty with the pain while doing
- the tattoo on my ankle. I went to several other shops before deciding to
- have my tattoos done with Michael Holub and found his prices were very
- reasonable ($120 for ankle and $100 for arm). I can't wait to go back and
- have him design another one for me! I honestly don't know much more
- background or if he has any degrees, but he is a talented artist
- regardless.
- Reviewed 08/2001 by Scott Caufield <superfly355 [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: Super clean, user friendly, lots of designs to pick through
- hanging on the walls. He opened all material right in front of me and
- explained the entire process, during the application and for the weeks
- after. A+ establishment.
- Artist Review--Mike Holub: Mike hand drew the design, as he did for many of
- my friends. I left the design totally up to him, seeing his past work many
- times. He has a degree in Art from Trenton State University and I have
- seen much of his artistry beyond the tattoos. For someone I would have
- never expected to be in this field, he has sure found his niche. You will
- not be disappointed. Go there if you want something original, don't waste
- your time picking a # off the wall and running the chance of coming across
- someone with the same exact piece on their body.
- Reviewed 03/2003 by Tom Bloomer <turtlenestdekc [at] AOL.com>
- Shop Review: Mike's shop is clean, well organized and friendly. Mike's shop
- is easy to locate, has ample parking and is in a safe neighborhood.
- Artist Review--Mike Holub: Mike Holub is a no nonsense, easy going,
- articulate man who can
- tattoo almost anything on anyone. His tattoo of mountain lion and jaguar
- heads on my arms are totally outstanding. He is an artist anyone can trust,
- especially those getting tattooed for the first time.
-
- Hoboken Body Art
- 107 10th Street, Hoboken Ph: 201-963-4070
- http://http://hobokenbodyart.com
- $100/hr cash & credit cards
- Reviewed 02/2003 by Jaime <bebe6909 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: Very clean.
- Artist Review--Herbert, Robbie, Frank: Very professional - comfortable
- atmosphere.
-
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-
- NEW MEXICO:
- Unregulated.
- Legislature: http://legis.state.nm.us/
-
- Addictive Ink Tattoos and Body Modifications
- 6904 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, 87108 Ph: 505-268-5006
- http://http://addictiveink.com
- Cash and Credit Cards
- Reviewed 09/2002 by Melissa Fletcher <angelztats [at] att.net>
- Shop Review: Addictive Ink Tattoos upholds the highest degree of
- sterilization.They surpass even the requirements of most dentist and
- doctors offices. They were named"NICEST TATTOO STUDIO" in 2002 by the
- National Tattoo Association and named one of the Best Tattoo Studio's in
- the southwest by Avalanche magazine. They are a clean personal shop that
- offer private rooms when required.And they always add there personal
- professionalizm to the total experience that Addictive Ink is known for.
- Artist Review--David Martinez <addictink [at] aol.com>: David Martinez is
- an International award winning Tattoo Artist who has won awards for
- everything. Color, Portraits, Black and Grey, realistic etc. He has been
- Tattooing for almost 10 years and has owned Addictive Ink for 7 1/2 of
- those years. He works well with people and is known for being able to
- perceive what people want in their tattoos.He is a custom tattoo artist ,so
- he is also known for his ability to draw whatever you want. he's "THE"
- tattoo artist around thse parts.
-
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-
- NEW YORK:
- Tattooing of minors is prohibited. Tattooing became legal in New York City
- in 1999.
-
- City Lights
- 17m, Goshen, 10924 Ph: (845) 294-6484
- Cash, Credit cards, Checks
- Reviewed 03/2004 by RoseMarie Geehern <igomooalot [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Very friendly good environment makes you wanna come back
- Artist Review--Tony Ozga: Very clean,always wheres gloves, all needles are
- sterilized
-
- Tattoos By Dan
- 9 N7, Hudson, 12534 Ph: 518-822-1894
- Reviewed 08/2000 by Noah Dinnar <lodoss731 [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Shop is small, and not professional looking. No standard
- tattooing/piercing chair.
- Artist Review--Dan: Horrible job, looks nothing like the work I brought him
- to copy. Lines are too thick, and are blurry. Shading is terrible, hardly
- any blending at all. Face on tattoo looks nothing like picture, eyes, nose
- and mouth are distorted looking. In general a horrible job. Will take
- over $250 worth of work to be fixed by another artist.
- Reviewed 11/2002 by Stan Schwarz <stan [at] cosmo.pasadena.ca.us>
- Shop Review: Not really a new review, but I received word that this shop
- is now
- under new ownership, so the other review isn't really applicable any
- more. If anyone has been there recently, please submit a new
- review. They also have a web page at
- http://community.webtv.net/evilneedle/EVILNEEDLESTATTOO
- Artist Review--:
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- Ink Inc.
- 327 Wall St., Kingston, 12401 Ph: 845-331-1993
- cash, major credit cards
- Reviewed 12/2001 by dawn <minnieone26 [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: great enviroment, very clean and sterile shop. sterilization
- is the best they can have. very curtious people. and the art work is the
- best that ive seen around.
- Artist Review--Brian (Smitty): brian told me that he has 15 years
- experiance and his work proves it. very respectful guy. knows how to do
- great tattoos and he also body pierces. hes a well rounded person. when you
- go to see him youll keep going back..
-
- Love Hate Tattoo
- 217 1/2 Alexander St, Rochester, 14619 Ph: 585-262-6440
- $125/hr cash/credit cards
- Reviewed 07/2001 by Stephen Brown <ganesha [at] rochester.rr.com>
- Shop Review: Shop was clean, amazingly friendly, and not at all "bikerish."
- parking is a bitch...such is city life. jet and i worked quickly and
- efficiently through art decisions and placement, i brought in what i wanted
- done, we did some changes, cleaned up the artwork and got to work quickly.
- Artist Review--Jet <onigod13 [at] aol.com>: Jet was really very calming to
- work with, and i was very glad that he had a good background in Hindu
- artwork. He was very relaxing to work with, and gave me all the time i
- needed for several 5 minute breaks in our almost three hour session.
- Reviewed 03/2004 by Zane Peirce <gannon13dorf [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Super clean shop.Individual artist rooms.Everyone is real
- helpful. Set back off the street,kinda hidden,but cool.
- Artist Review--Jet <onigod13 [at] hotmail.com>: Jet spent 5hrs tattooing my
- upper arm with japanese wind and water elements.Had a really slick
- rendering in color for me to view prior to the appt. which was nice.totally
- nailed my vision.Very fast -and easy to get tattooed by, always asking how
- im doing and if i need a break. Great conversation and excellent music
- choices.Very charming personality.the tattoo was the easiest healing one i
- have ever received. 5 days and done...WOW.I'll be back soon...ZP
-
- Lucky Lotus Tattoo
- 633 Monroe Ave., Rochester, 14607 Ph: 585-271-5880
- http://www.geocities.com/luckylotus_tattoo/index.html
- cash only
- Reviewed 12/2003 by Dawn <souls_door [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Very clean...the first one I've seen explain the needle
- packages
- before opening. The walls are filled with there own artwork and local
- artists... it's very cool. Knowing that there are REAL artists in the shop
- made all the difference!!!
- Artist Review--Steve Shales <lotus_tattoo [at] hotmail.com>: After viewing
- all his awards, most of them being international from NIX conventions, I
- knew he was the one! Steve was more than helping in setting up the design.
- I knew he was a costume only shop and brought him a drawing that I did of
- what I wanted. After reviewing his work I allowed him to do what ever he
- wanted to the drawing to make it perfect and he did! The process of drawing
- and configuration only took a few days before I was able to begin. I
- couldn't belive how gentle he was. Even when he was working underneath my
- arm it didn't bother me (I belive we spent 4 hours there with maybe one
- break). The colors and line work are beautiful. I've never seen anything so
- vibrant in the tattoo industry before. I most definetly put him up there or
- beyond the best like Guy Atchison and Aaron Cain (if you don't know look it
- up!) I am very picky when it comes to permant bodyart and steve understood
- my want for perfection and fullfilled that till the end.!...I WON!!!
-
- NeedleWurks
- 26 Congress Street Plaza, Saratoga Springs, 12866 Ph: 518-583-4044
- $50/hr depends on artist.. mainly cash
- Reviewed 11/2003 by Becky <pandora794 [at] myself.com>
- Shop Review: New location... place to spotless.. really sanitary. Several
- autoclaves, new needles... I wouldn't go anywhere else.
- Artist Review--Jake: Guy was awesome.. fixed a huge mess on my lower back
- done by another local artist. Really reasonable price for it.. looks
- absolutely gorgeous.. healing up really well.
- Reviewed 03/2004 by Jarrod <threndoyband [at] juno.com>
- Shop Review: Shop was crystal clean. The owner was just hanging around and
- being friendly with everyone. Even had video games for when you're
- waiting.
- Artist Review--Jake: This was my first tattoo and Jake couldn't have been
- any more accomodating. I was nervous and getting a custom and well he just
- took care of me. Great guy, explained the whole procedure while inking me
- up.
-
- Marky Marks Tattoo
- 262 Main st., Saugerties, 12477 Ph: 845-246-0100
- http://http://www.markymarkstattoos.com
- $100/hr Cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 10/2002 by James Robberts <redneck55 [at] hvc.rr.com>
- Shop Review: Cleanest shop i have ever seen. Every question anwsered, no
- attitude, sterilizer in sight, all
- new ink and needles. Licensed Nurse is his wife and piercer. They gave me
- aftercare and detailed instructions. Wouldnt go anywhere else!
- Artist Review--Mark: Professional, well worth the money. From Long Island.
- Quality work, I couldn't believe the detail in my tattoo. Looks better than
- the pic I brought him. He covered a nightmare on my arm with a realy unique
- design drawn right on me.
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- NORTH CAROLINA
-
- Kevin's Tattoo Zoo
- 598 E.Chatham Street, Suite 139, Chatham Professional Park, Cary, 27511 Ph: 919-469-0770
- http://www.kevinstattoozoo.com
- Reviewed 04/2003 by Paul R <srash [at] triad.rr.com>
- Shop Review: The shop was very clean. Kevin cleaned the entire room prior
- to me entering after his previous client. Also, all the equipment was
- sterilized and covered as much as possible during the tattoo.
- Artist Review--Kevin Mashburn: Kevin is a very talented artist. I was very
- impressed given the fact that I came to him with a very bad tattoo. Kevin
- has a degree in art so he easily freehanded all of the repair needed and it
- looked great. I would definitely recommend him to anyone. You can also
- see his work in some of the tattoo magazines around.
-
- Division 7
- Williams St, Goldsboro, 27853 Ph: 919-583-8399
- cash & credit
- Reviewed 12/2002 by Celina Serratos <blue_eyes2269us [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: It is a very clean enviroment. you can ensure that your work
- will be done in a neat, clean, and safe manner. Both tattoos I received by
- Nicky I fell asleep because he's just awesome....
- Artist Review--Nicky Parrish: Nicky is a highly artistic tattoo artist who
- is very absolutely
- amazing. all I can say is his work speaks for itself. He's so very talented
- and someone when you sit down to begin start your artistic story you can
- trust because you know you have sit down with the very best.
-
- Carolina Tattoo
- 1029 W. Lee Street, Greensboro, 27403 Ph: 336-271-2030
- Reviewed 01/2001 by Bethany Handy <girl_handy [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: The shop was very nice and clean. The staff was helpfull and
- friendly. The layout of the shop was also a plus. My experience was a
- pleasant one at Carolina Tattoo
- Artist Review--Wayne Kendrick: Wayne is VERY skilled! He is easy to speak
- with and answered all of my questions. The area was clean, and the tools
- were sterile. I did my research before coming to Wayne Kendrick, and I am
- PLEASED by his art.
-
- Skin Art Studios
- 331 Western Blvd #B, Jacksonville, 28546 Ph: 910-577-1366
- Reviewed 09/2003 by Nate Kokensparger <n8sbuggn311 [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: Very clean shop with a great atmosphere. Sample tattoos were
- displayed with easy access. Couches, pool table, and arcade games made any
- wait seem short. The shop has shades and curtains if complete privacy is
- needed.
- Artist Review--Michael Knox: Mike does excellent work. He's very quick, but
- it doesn't affect his work at all. His attention to detail astounds me,
- never wanting to leave a tattoo unfinished. But more than welcome to make
- as many appointments as needed to comply with the customer. He also gives
- advice on size, location, colors, and care instructions.
-
- Blue Flame Tattoo & Body Piercing
- 3015 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, 27606 Ph: 919-755-3355
- $60/hr cash
- Reviewed 07/2002 by Val R. <layneraven [at] angelfire.com>
- Shop Review: Blue Flame is the best parlor I've been in (and I've been in
- several). It's very clean, the staff is helpful, and the atmosphere is very
- cool. Each artist has his own room, so there is lots of privacy. The vibe
- in there is really good. If I don't like the vibe I get when I go to a
- parlor, I won't have any ink done there. I've had two done now at Blue
- Flame, and I will keep going back. It's great.
- Artist Review--Ray Alexander: Ray is GREAT. He is very professional, and I
- get lots of compliments on the tats he's done for me. His prices are very
- reasonable (especially for Raleigh NC). He is a terrific artist and I will
- definitely keep going back to him. He's been doing this for about seven
- years, and he worked in a couple of cities before moving here. He has a fun
- sense of humor and he's a good conversationalist when you're in the chair.
- What I really like, though, is how he works with his clients to get their
- chosen designs just right.
-
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- NORTH DAKOTA
- Unregulated.
- Legislature: http://www.state.nd.us/lr/
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- OHIO
-
- Body Art By Gene & Co.
- 148 W Columbus Ave, Bellefontaine, 43311 Ph: 937-599-2711
- cash,credit,checks,etc.
- Reviewed 02/2002 by Summer <BlondSassyAngel9 [at] Yahoo.Com>
- Shop Review: The Shop Was VERY Clean And GREAT Sanitation. The Neighborhood
- Is Very Nice And Clean Also.
- Artist Review--Gene: It Was Very Awesome! He's A Great Person And Keeps
- Your Mind Off Of The Pain That You Might Have. I Dont Know All Of That
- Other Stuff.
-
- The Dragon's Cachet
- 106 W Chiliicothe Ave, Bellefontaine, 43311 Ph: 937 599 2258
- $75/hr cash
- Reviewed 01/2003 by Andrew Kights <swiftwind69 [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Enviroment was sterile. They made sure to break the needle in
- front of me and made me feel like I belonged there.
- Artist Review--Mike and Fran <darkillistrations [at] hotmail.com>:
- Considerate people. Fun and was able to answer my questions without
- thinking about it.
-
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-
- OKLAHOMA:
- Tattooing is only allowed by licensed medical practitioners as part of
- treatment.
- Legislature: http://www.lsb.state.ok.us/
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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-
- OREGON
-
- Vertigo
- 17645 SE Stark St., Gresham, 97233 Ph: 503-262-8643
- $100/hr Cash
- Reviewed 05/2003 by Kristie <Kholland74 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is extremely sanitary-I've been to a few that are
- pretty questionable (won't say names). The environment suffices-albeit some
- red neck clientele, but if you walk in thinking "diversity" you'll be fine.
- Nathan and his counterpart piercer seem far removed from the red neck
- persona, thus, with that in mind, the vibe balances out. Privacy is great
- (been to other shops where you feel like your getting a pedicure gone bad
- (i.e. all clients hangin' in one small room- lest you breathe in horrible
- regurgitated O2). The shop is on the outskirts of Portland/Gresham and is
- hospital sanitary-albeit the decor reeks of rocky horror flicks or a Mario
- Bava Horror B film from the sixties or perhaps a Sam Hain cover! I tend to
- like those things:) You should at least check it out. Nathan did the one
- on my lower back as well as my tummy. Other artists have seen the work and
- have said unequivocally "ughhhhh nniiicccceee".
- Artist Review--Nathan: I liked the guy instantly b/c, and this will sound
- cheesy to some, he was x-military and fairly down to earth (i.e. when asked
- why he was so far out from downtown Portland he said "I had to get away
- from those assholes." Fair enough.. The guy can't be too bad-he has a cute
- picture of his dog on the wall and when asked why he wasn't entirely
- tattooed he said "b/c you never know in the tattoo business what could
- happen, what if I had to get another job down the road" thus he's
- realistic. I don't believe the guy has been to college as I talked about
- graduate school and
- he didn't interject with informative info for my doctoral thesis so I only
- assume he went to trade school (I mean that in a fictious sense). Is a
- degree really relative to the field is my point?
-
-
- Tiger Lilly Tattoo and Design Works
- 4620 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, 97213 Ph: 503-288-1555
- $100/hr cash
- Reviewed 06/2003 by Kristie <Kholland74 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: I would have liked more privacy. When I am in pain I don't
- like everyone and their mom to know. The guy next to me-poor thing- had to
- listen to me cuss and scream as the drill went deeper and deeper into my
- neck (could here it echoing in my head-ughhhhhh it sucked!!!!!)Tiger Lilly
- is in the Hollywood District. It was clean, but I know of other studios
- that just seem cleaner and not
- as cluttered plus offer a bit more privacy.
- Artist Review--Cameron: Cameron was professional and even put up with my
- vulgarity throughout the process due to the pain that I was experincing
- (i.e. " he said It's 120, but 250 with all the cussing and screaming) which
- brings me to a valid point- did he really need to go as deep as he did with
- my tattoo. I then replied " well you guys are cussing and they all said
- "we work here." Anyhow, the crap was painful!!! He was a good sport and
- stopped when I felt faint. He offered candy to get my endorphins pumping
- which helped with the pain factor. He has been in the Portland area for a
- year (moved here from Southern California). He had tats all
- over his neck and arms and told me I was nuts for getting two tattoos in
- the same week (i.e. he said he waits at least one week between
- tattoos-actually pretty wise). His artist cronies were all pretty nice and
- helpful- they also do awesome work!! My friends have all gone there and the
- end product is nice-albeit by other artists ( i.e. Cheyenne and Amy)..
-
- 21st Century Tattoo
- 1520 SE 7th Ave., Portland, 97214 Ph: 503-238-9915
- $150/hr Cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 06/2003 by Kristie <Kholland74 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: I felt like I was in a sweat shop-literally. There wasn't an
- air conditioner and there were fly's flying around. He was pretty sanitary
- and the shop looked clean. Lots of privacy (little rooms). It's not my type
- of shop. I much prefer Vertigo towards Gresham (just my opinion).
- Artist Review--Lyon King: Lyon had tattoo's all over his entire body (like
- a suit) and he
- also had huge earings on that like hung down to his shoulders.. Pretty
- wild.. He did a great job, but I had to wait an hour for him (appt. was at
- 6 and he wasn't ready till 7) ;( He was professional, and the pain was
- minimal if any (nothing compared to the neck). He's been doing this for
- years!!!!!! He is friendly, but kind of intimidating (hardcore biker
- looking).. He did a decent job.. I'm afraid to say anything to derogatory,
- thus, I am slightly sensored here (i.e. his hand wasn't that
- steady).However, his shop has won awards for being the best in Portland
- (has awards all over walls).
-
- Lady Luck Tattoo
- 826 SE Belmont Ave., Portland, 97214 Ph: 503-236-2833
- http://ladylucktattoo.net
- $150/hr Cash, Check Card
- Reviewed 10/2003 by Brian Forbes <bsf32 [at] comcast.net>
- Shop Review: Very clean, easy to get to...the staff was very friendly and
- helpful. the shop is pretty large and as stated, very clean. Each artist
- has his/her own shop area elevated off the floor slightly for a homey feel.
- Highly recommended, A+++++.
- Artist Review--Matt Shaver: Great guy, takes a ton of pride in his work as
- is evident from his portfolio and walk through of his process. Has a few
- works of art on his arms, killer stuff. His area was immaculate,
- autoclave, everything sealed in plastic, and all needles fresh from
- sterilized packages.
-
- Atlas Tattoo Studio
- 2935 NE Broadway, Portland,, 97232 Ph: 503 281 7499
- http://www.thinkink.com/atlas
- $120/hr cash only
- Reviewed 12/2000 by Chantel Broad <pinkpaperdoll [at] earthlink.net>
- Shop Review: corner of 30th and broadway in northeast. right across from
- giant fred meyer, safe and clean neighborhood, loads of parking at
- freddy's, and it's free! the shop is clean, well organized and very
- comfortable. there are curtains all around and screens for those private
- moments and a candy jar to keep everyone from having low blood sugar! all
- implements are autoclaved, new needles for every customer, and work areas
- are wrapped in plastic and then cleaned after each person. it's very clean
- and safe!
- Artist Review--Jennifer Billig, Dan Gilsdorf <atlasta2 [at] transport.com>:
- jen has tattooed all over. she eventually moved to colorado and met dan.
- they both worked at bolder ink with jerry ware. they moved to portland
- three years ago and opened atlas. here, they met lewis, who had previously
- worked at atomic tattoo. Prior to that, lewis worked in alaska and
- arizona. Jerry has since moved up to seattle, but jen, dan, and lew all
- work at atlas still. all have bachelors of fine arts, and have been
- tattooing for approximately eight or nine years. they are all exceedingly
- friendly as well, with excellent chairside manner. they are most concerned
- with making customers feel comfortable, not intimidated.
-
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-
- PENNSYLVANIA:
- 18 Pennsylvania C. S. @ 6311 makes it illegal to tattoo
- minors under 18 without parental consent. Violations are considered a
- third degree misdemeanor. Otherwise unregulated.
- Legislature: http://www.state.pa.us/govstate.html
-
-
- Olde City Tattoo
- 44 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, 19106 Ph: 215-627-6271
- Cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 07/2002 by Stacey Robinson <staceyrobinson [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is sanitary, I believe that it is owned and
- operated
- by a collective of artists who wanted to work in a place they would like to
- go to.
- Everything you mentioned on this site about sanitation, needles, ink use,
- etc
- was followed/observed. Neighborhood is a fairly popular (mostly recently)
-
- downtown area. They do have at least one separate room for privacy. The
- environment
- is amazing. I am always intimidated when I go into a shop and everyone
- there (
- artist or customers) has at least one sleeve done, but these people are
- very nice,
- friendly, open, non-judgemental. I always leave feeling that I want to
- come
- back for more. Probably why every person with a substantial amount of
- tattoo
- work that I asked 'where?', mentioned this place - and suggested
- that ANY of the artists would do.
- Artist Review--Drew: Drew told me that the shop opened 3 years ago and
-
- he is one of the original owner/operators. Before that
- he worked at another place in the city (not sure for how long). The most
- amazing thing about Drew is his
- ability to make me feel comfortable. He is very gentle too. So
- basically, he
- gets the information out of you that is required to do a good job. (Got me
- to
- open up.) He designed my idea without an extra charge (granted, it probably
- wasn't that complicated - heart w/wings and lettering, BUT, still, it was
- my way AND
- probably about 7 versions - yikes!) He talks nervous people through the
- session.
- I actually went there with someone else the first time and even then I
- noticed, he treated us differently. He adjusted to my friend needing more
- handling than
- myself. He was a different person with each of us. That's pretty good.
- Highly reccommended.
-
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-
- RHODE ISLAND
- Prohibits piercing and tattooing minors without parental consent
-
- Bambu Tattoo Art Studio Inc.
- 71 Richmond St., Providence, 02906 Ph: 401-274-5055
- http://www.bambutattoo.com
- Reviewed 11/2003 by Tom Harrison <tomh [at] crossmaneng.com>
- Shop Review: This Shop is nothing like any one has ever seen before; it's
- huge, open, exceptionally clean, very friendly, big private rooms, center
- of Providence, you can even get a massage while you wait.
- Artist Review--Joel Mejias: I believe Joel has about 8 plus years of
- experience, very friendly, funny, makes you feel comfortable - His Talent
- is through the ROOF you can't believe it until you actually see it done,
- THE BEST THERE IS !!!
-
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-
- SOUTH CAROLINA
- Tattooing is banned except for cosmetic procedures performed by
- a physician.
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
-
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-
- SOUTH DAKOTA
- Chapter 9-34-17
- Allows municipalities to regulate tattooing and body piercing
- Chapter 26-10-19
- Prohibits tattooing minors without parental consent
- Legislature: http://legis.state.sd.us/index.cfm
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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-
- TENNESSEE
- 39-15-403
- Prohibits tattooing of minors
-
- Lone Wolf Tattoo
- 1602 21st Ave.S., Nashville, 37212 Ph: 615-321-3111
- http://www.lonewolfbodyart.com
- $100/hr cash&credit
- Reviewed 12/2000 by Rosamond Murphy <rosamondmurphy [at] home.com>
- Shop Review: Located in a busy university area,in Hillsboro Village. Very
- clean,without feeling sterile. The owner Ben Dixon has a private room for
- tattooing,the other artists have 1/2 walls.Very friendly staff and general
- atmosphere.lots of flash avaliable.
- Artist Review--Brandon Hanna: exellent chairside manner,very calming.well
- maintained,sterile equipment.imaginative and conscientious artist was kind
- enough to gently steer me away from flash for my first tattoo,that i would
- have regreted by now.shows complete respect for you,your body,and your
- artwork/ideas.very versatile as far as style go,but his celtic knotwork and
- tribal work is inspiring.
- Reviewed 02/2001 by Jennifer Levins <xuwitch [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: I was extremely impressed by the cleanliness of the shop - it
- amazed me! All the people who worked there were very cool, yet
- professional at the same time. Customers have the choice of a semi-open
- area or a private room. I highly recommend it!
- Artist Review--Brandon Hanna: Brandon was excellent! He was more than
- willing to spend time with my friend (who also got a tat) and I to make
- sure our designs were perfect. He made us feel very calm and at ease.
- I've recommended him to several people, and will continue to do so! In
- fact, I'm returning to him in a few days for more work.
-
- Zenful Art
- 218 N. Lowry St, Smyrna, 37167 Ph: 615-223-1003
- Reviewed 02/2004 by Ben Hiers <benhiers [at] allvantage.com>
- Shop Review: Clean shop and very friendly staff more than willing to answer
- any questions.
- Artist Review--Chip Rutts: Great artist,works well with customers to get
- the piece to look
- just like customer wants. Very clean, very friendly and makes you feel very
- calm. Awesome artist can draw anything and do it very well and very clean
- lines when tattooing
-
-
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-
- TEXAS
- State licensing and inspection of tattoo shops. Tattooing of minors
- prohibited with a few exceptions.
- Legislature: http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/
- Laws: http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/statutes/he/he014600.html#he013.146.012
-
- Music Box Body Art Studio
- Amarillo Ph: 806-372-8287
- Reviewed 02/2004 by Misty Tuttle <MistyTuttle [at] clarendoncollege.edu>
- Shop Review: The shop was a friendly and comfortable place to be I was very
- satisfied with my artist.
- Artist Review--: My artist was fairly new he had just finished body art
- school not long before I received his work. He was very professional about
- his work. His work area was neat and clean and he was good company for the
- two hours that he worked on me.
-
- Obscurities/Trilogy Tattoo
- 4000-A Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, 75219 Ph: 214 559-3706
- http://www.obscurities.com
- Reviewed 04/2000 by Chuck Eaves <ceaves [at] telepak.net>
- Shop Review: Very professional. First tattoo, but I think it looks great.
- Mark was very friendly and helpful.
- Artist Review--Mark Thompson: In a word, Flawless. No jewelry was sold
- that wasn't autoclaved. The staff was helpful and infomative. I've been
- in Doctor's offices that weren't this clean. If you are anywhere near
- Dallas, Give them a look.
- Reviewed 01/2003 by Earl Barnett <jlg31athome [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is very clean and the staff is friendly and helpful.
- It is a very laid back atmosphere. Each artist has his own room with the
- ability to close it off to make it private.
- Artist Review--Mark Thompson: Mark Thompson did a cover-up piece for me
- placing a dragon over an outline of texas that covered my shoulder. He
- designed the dragon himself. I could not be more pleased. The work is
- awesome and the colors work well together. Mark knows his stuff. He works
- with you, not just on you.
-
- Miss Fortune
- 1633 Westheimer, Houston, 77006 Ph: 713-523-1404
- Cash, Credit cards
- Reviewed 06/2001 by Kat Sample <smiling_spider [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: Very clean shop, with nice music, no smoking/drinking inside.
- Friendly environment and artists. Fun neighborhood.
- Artist Review--Mike O.: This tiger is my third tattoo, but it is the
- best-looking one. I know Mike from doing a tattoo on my mother-in-law.
- She was very nervous, but relaxed when he started working on the design she
- drew herself--a very complicated Celtic heart. It was her first and the
- only tattoo, but looked like she didn't have any more fear right after he
- began. Then, couple of months later, I was getting mine done; so, I went
- to Mike. Even though the shop was about to close, Mike stayed and did a
- wonderful job! I love my tiger; it's so clear, sharp, and good-looking that
- I am still very exited about it! I would recommend Mike to anyone who
- would want his tattoo to look as great as mine!
-
- DandyLand
- 1821B Bandera Rd, San Antonio, 78218 Ph: 210-432-5747
- http://www.dandyland.com
- Cash, checks, credit cards
- Reviewed 02/2001 by James McCullough III <morpheus_traum [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: The shop was very well maintained. Clean, comfortable,
- exceeded all state laws/regulations. All piercing and tattoo areas had
- could be closed off for privacy. All the staff is exceptionally helpful,
- and they are just fun people to be around.
- Artist Review--Miles: I know only a bit about Mile's background, that he
- apprenticed in a shop in Corpus Christi, Texas, before moving to San
- Antonio. As to the quality of his work, I could not be happier. Due to the
- nature of the tattoo I wanted, he was only able to make a silhouette of the
- circle in the center. Otherwise, he had to refer to the picture that I
- brought in, of the eclipse I wanted. He freehanded all but that center
- circle, and mixed the colors to damn near perfectly match what I brought
- in. His manner was very open and courteous. He answered all of the
- questions I asked him, whether it be about the tattoo or just making
- conversation. He also allowed a friend of mine to film him working for a
- documentary said friend was making for a film class. It was evident in
- talking to him that he enjoyed what he did and based on my first
- experience, he is quite good. I have referred several of my friends to him,
- all of which are just as happy as I am with their work, and I have gone
- back for two more tattoos with him myself.
-
- Numb Skulls Tattoo
- 1017 E. Moore Ave, Terrell, 75160 Ph: 972-551-0013
- Visa, Mastercard, cash
- Reviewed 09/2003 by Alice Taylor <dragula420_69 [at] msn.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is beautiful! They have thousands of beautiful
- designs
- to choose from. Everything seemed so clean and neat. I was very
- impressed. There are a couple of other tattoo studios in the area, and to
- be quite honest, they're pretty scummy compaired to Numb Skulls Tattoo.
- Another thing that really impressed me was their attitude. They wern't
- rude and patronizing like a few that I talked to before deciding to go
- here. I had a wonderful time and am already planing a second tattoo.
- Thank you, Possum and Storm!
- Artist Review--Possum: When you walk through the door, the first thing that
- hits you is
- the wonderful, clean smell. Numb Skulls Tattoo is a small husband/wife
- operation. The shop, itself, is on the east side of Terrell, on Hwy 80.
- Possum, the artist and his wife Storm were extremely friendly. They seemed
- really concerned about what I wanted, and were more than happy to help
- design this lovely dragon, which twists through some fluffy clouds, on my
- back. Their prices are very reasonable. Possum was very diligent when it
- came to keeping everythig clean and sanitary. He changed his gloves
- several times and was very proud to talk about his sterilization
- procedures. He was very informative. He told me about how to properly
- care for my new tattoo and invited me to come back after a couple of months
- to see if any of the colors needed a touch-up. When I returned for my
- belly piercing, Possum and Storm remembered me and were, again, very
- friendly and helpful. The piercing went off without any hitches. Possum
- was very professional. He knows what he's doing and displays a lot of
- confidence. That was very comforting to me. He says he's been
- doing tattoos for 15 years and piercings for five.I will recommend Possum
- to all of my tattooed friends.
-
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-
- UTAH
- State Code
- 76-10-2201
- Prohibits piercing and tattooing minors without parental consent
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
-
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-
- VERMONT:
- Requires parental consent to tattoo minors.
- Legislature: http://www.leg.state.vt.us/
- Laws: http://198.187.128.12/vermont/lpext.dll/Infobase/22d7c/24945/2495b?f=templates&fn=document-frame.htm&q=tattoo&x=Advanced&2.0#LPHit1
-
- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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-
- VIRGINIA:
- Code of Virginia 18.2-371.3 Prohibits tattooing minors without parental
- consent.
- Legislature: http://legis.state.va.us/
- Laws: http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+cod+18.2-371.3
-
- Abstract Art
- Plaza 17, Gloucester Ph: 804-642-0028
- http://www.abstractarttattoo.com
- Cash, credit cards
- Reviewed 09/2000 by Rebecca S. Barninger <barninger-becky [at] cvn.net>
- Shop Review: Abstract Art tattoo shop is the cleanest shop I have ever
- visited. It is also large , open and kind of airy. Gives you room to look
- and really think about the piece you are thinking of getting. The staff
- are all helpful and willing to answer all your questions no matter how lame
- they might sound. They are friendly so they make you feel comfortable.
- They give you special attention and make you feel like your tattoo is the
- most important one they have ever done.
- Artist Review--James Jarvis: James has done 8 tattoos on me. He is clean,
- friendly and full of life. The work he has done has been mostly custom
- work. He has never disappointed me with the out come. The tattoos are
- vibrant and seem to carry a life of their own. I now live in another state
- but I love his work so much I travel 5 hours to have his work done on me.
- In my humble opinion there is no better artist then James Jarvis. James is
- also trained in blood pathagens and makes sure everything is clean and
- sterlized. He has been an artist for Abstract for about 6 years.
-
- Accent Tattoo
- 2072 Route 17, Gloucester, 23061 Ph: 804-642-7473
- Reviewed 05/2002 by Alex Mankowich <princessxela [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: Shop was neat and clean. There were places to sit and the
- flashes were right there to see. It was close to a 7-Eleven for cold drinks
- and ciggies. People were nice. Much better feeling than the other places I
- stopped in.
- Artist Review--Lauren: Lauren was fabulous! I felt very comfortable with
- her from the first day I walked into the shop. This was my first ever
- tattoo, and I was nervous and needed many breaks. She was patient with me
- and remained professional and polite through my experience. She let me
- bring friends to hold my hand. She gave me a cold drink and brought in a
- fan for me. I would recommend Lauren to other female friends considering a
- tattoo. One of my non-tattooed friends who came with me now wants a tattoo
- after sitting through mine with me. I think that's a great statement for
- Lauren-I certainly could not have said that after the first tine I saw one
- of my friends get a tattoo! Oh yes-I love my new sun tattoo too! I am
- showing it to everyone. Even my 64 year old, hyper-conservative mom has
- admitted it is pretty. (And she should know-she gets the honors of putting
- on my tattoo goo every few hours).
-
- I AM Tattoos
- 3020 W. Mercury Blvd, Hampton, 23666 Ph: 757-827-1919
- http://www.iamtattoos.com
- Reviewed 10/2003 by Christine Larson <Takayla [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: Everything was clean, hygenic and well handled.
- Artist Review--David "I AM" Heydn <contact [at] iamtattoos.com>: David was
- fabulous. Completely worked with me, he is a magnificent artist and has a
- wonderful chairside manner. He completely reworked a tattoo that I had
- done by someone else that was really bad. I would go back to him again!!
-
-
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-
- WASHINGTON
- Revised Code of Washington
- 26.28.085 Prohibits tattooing minors
- 82.04.050 Concerning retail sales and tattooing
- Legislature: http://leginfo.leg.wa.gov/
-
-
- Electric Crayons Tattooing Co.
- 1170 sw Bay St, Port Orchard, 98366 Ph: 360-895-8751
- $100/hr Cash Credit Debit
- Reviewed 12/2002 by Dustin Markson <RIZSMT [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: This shop is state of the art, with separate wet lab super
- clean
- environment and professionalism put before ego. Ray and Skrappy
- also of Storybook ink have done a wonderful job in designing and
- tattooing myself and my friends. There is no substitute for
- exellence and cleanliness.
- Artist Review--Fat Ray <FatRaysticker [at] aol.com>: Ray is so funny. He
- kept my sister from crying one time and he
- wasn't even tattooing on her. The bedside manner of the entire
- shop is excellent The diversity of the five artists is unmatched
- in Kitsap county.
-
- Vyvyn's Tattoo
- 1516 Western Avenue, Seattle, 98101 Ph: 206-622-1535
- http://www.vyvyn.com
- cash
- Reviewed 09/2000 by Jenny Peck <offwiththeirheads [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: A private shop on the west side of the Pike Place Market.
- There is no flash on the walls, only custom tattoo art by Vyvyn (on
- display). The decor is varied with a lovely and fun theme. It always
- smells good. The cleanliness is impeccable, and offers complete privacy
- for both consultation and tattoo session.
- Artist Review--Vyvyn Lazonga <vyvyn [at] vyvyn.com>: Vyvyn is an amazing
- person. She not only helped me to fully-realize the design I had been
- meditating on, but practically psychically pulled certain elements of the
- design from my being to create the perfect piece of art for me. She is
- fun, friendly, cooperative, open-minded, and extremely sensitive to client
- needs. She is a pioneering female tattoo artist, and has broad experience
- in many different tattoo styles and environments (having more than 25 years
- of experience and far more qualifications than I could possibly list here)
- that have given her knowledge and foundation, and has allowed her to evolve
- into the *extremely* talented and unique artist that she is today. I can't
- recommend her highly enough. She is everything I was searching for in a
- tattoo artist, and more.
- Reviewed 10/2003 by Paul Hoffman <phoffman [at] proper.com>
- Shop Review:
- Artist Review--Vyvyn Lazonga: She was great, the shop was great, and the
- tattoo is still wonderful after five years. This is definitely art, not
- craft; she did the full design based on a few concepts I gave her. Her
- shading on the flowers and action in the water were particularly nice, and
- I get oohs and ahhs from folks who see it.
-
- Constant Creations
- 704 N. Monroe, Spokane, 99205 Ph: 509-327-4254
- $100/hr
- Reviewed 03/2003 by Cassandra <african_violin [at] hotmail.com>
- Shop Review: The shop was very clean, with a nice sized waiting room. All
- staff were friendly and receptive to my needs. When I went back with a
- problem, I was given great tips on how to fix the problem.
- Artist Review--Clae: Clae was very gentle, this was my first tattoo, he
- started off lightly and blurred into heavy lines later, when i became more
- comfy. there was no shortage of conversation and the whole thing was
- lighthearted. he's a very skilled tattooist and a very nice guy.
-
- Flaming Dragon Tattoo Co
- 9724 79th St SW, Tacoma, 98498 Ph: 253-627-7203
- $100/hr Cash
- Reviewed 03/2002 by Mark Klue <markklue [at] qwest.net>
- Shop Review: The shop is clean, bright and comfortable. There are two
- chairs. If you want flash, they have flash. Bring in your own design or
- concept and they will make a tattoo of it. They also have a piercer on
- staff. The actual location of the shop is in the Asian district on S 38th,
- in Tacoma.
- Artist Review--Scott Schafer: Scott has the patience to do good tribal
- work, like mine. But his skill shines with his large Asian work. He won
- four awards at Reno. A friend has a coy fish that goes from her shoulder to
- her thigh. Beautiful work to match the samurai half sleeves Scott did for
- her before.
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- WEST VIRGINIA:
- Code of West Virginia
- Article 33
- Prohibits tattooing minors without parental consent;
- regulates tattooing
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- No reviews have been submitted for shops here.
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- WISCONSIN
- State Statutes
- 252.23 Regulates tattooing and body piercing. Tattoo artists are licensed
- by the state, and shops are inspected by the health department.
- Legislature: http://www.legis.state.wi.us/
- Laws: http://folio.legis.state.wi.us/cgi-bin/om_isapi.dll?clientID=141919&advquery=tattoo&headingswithhits=on&infobase=stats.nfo&record={11660}&recordswithhits=on&zz=
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- Skin Prints
- 309 E. Grand Ave., Eau Claire, 54703 Ph: 715-831-8780
- http://www.jennpaulson.com
- $100/hr No checks
- Reviewed 11/2003 by Kelly Baker <kbbaker00 [at] yahoo.com>
- Shop Review: This shop is spotless and has never ever had a health
- violation. I saw a health review on the wall that had been done a few
- months prior to our visit and it specifically said that the sanitition of
- the shop was great. Private rooms, great atmosphere, inside of the shop
- looks like a castle which is very cool. Bathroom was spotless and I am a
- neat freak so that says a lot coming from me!
- Artist Review--Jenn Paulson: For my 2 sisters and I, this was our first
- tattoo and it was my
- mom's second, her first also was done by Jenn. We picked designs out of a
- book which Jenn then customized. They are identical and beautiful. We
- couldn't be more pleased with the work and also the entire experience.
- Jenn is very professional, caring, and talented.
-
- Steves Tattoo
- 1148 Williamson St., Madison, 53719 Ph: 608-251-6111
- Reviewed 01/2001 by Monte Klink <monteave [at] netscape.net>
- Shop Review: very satisfactory, really nice people working there. Clean,
- area was good, great environment to be in
- Artist Review--Gary Gaulke: Awesome, he's a great person, does very good
- quality work, hope to get inked by him again
-
- Skin Candy Tattoo
- 31131 Washington Ave., Racine, 53403 Ph: 262-632-0549
- http://http://www.skincandytattoos.com
- Reviewed 03/2003 by Jessica Wollmuth <nerske [at] tds.net>
- Shop Review: This shop was very clean. They use hospital sterilizied
- instruments. And new instruments are used on every client. The
- environment of the shop was very lade back and relaxing. I felt very at
- home when I went into this shop. The shop is located right downtown in a
- fairly good neighborhood.
- Artist Review--Dave Nack: This artist is one of the nicest guys I have met.
- I visited many shops before choosing Skin Candy. I found Dave to be very
- friendly and able to work with me on what I wanted for my tattoo. His
- pricing was very reasonable too. Seeing as this was my first tattoo, Dave
- walked me through every step of the tattoo process, and always took time to
- ask me how I was doing.
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- WYOMING
- State Statutes
- Title 14
- Prohibits tattooing of minors
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- New Zealand
-
- Living Canvas Tattoo Studio
- 77c Briggs Rd, Christchurch, New Zealand Ph: 64-3-3858969
- Reviewed 06/1998 by Amy Simmons <simmonsa [at] xtra.co.nz>
- Shop Review: Appeared very sanitary. Autoclave used (+ new
- needles/ink). No smoking/eating/drinking in the separate room used for
- tattooing. Complete privacy - ALWAYS, no matter where on your body you
- are getting the tattoo. Appointments not always necessary, except for
- genital tattoos where appointments must be made. Does not offer
- piercings.
- Artist Review--Korrina: Owns the shop and has won quite a few
- awards. Very friendly, helpful and approachable - answered all my
- questions in a friendly & professional manner, and was great at
- helping me to relax before having the tattoo done. I provided the
- drawing of the design I wanted, and she did it almost exactly as I had
- drawn it. I was very satisfied with the result. Offers a free
- follow-up appointment to make sure the tattoo is healing properly.
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- Portugal
-
- Bad Bones Tattoos
- Rua do Norte, 73, Lisbon, Portugal Ph: +351.1.346 08 88
- Reviewed 11/1998 by Miguel Rego <mrego [at] ogilvy.pt>
- Shop Review: A very nice and friendly shop. Two private rooms and one
- lobby/reception. It's in a old neighborhood that used to be a kind of
- "redlight" and now has tons of bars, restaurants, art shops, smart shops
- and alternative spots. It's 100% safe and clean. Health authorities
- check the place & the people who work there regularly on the shop
- request.
- Artist Review--Joπo Paulo Fontinha: Used to do illustrations for
- advertising.
- He has been tattoing for 7 or 8 years now. He is one of the best-known
- portuguese tattoo artists. Very good on drawing, and different
- styles. I enjoy particularly his tribal, bio-mechanical and cartoon
- stuff.
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- Scotland
-
- Irezumi Tattoo Studio
- 25 Dowanhill Street, Glasgow G11 5QR, Scotland Ph: 0141 342 4008
- Cash
- Reviewed 10/1999 by Leslye Weir <lezlian1 [at] aol.com>
- Shop Review: The shop is in an easy to find and very diverse location, with
- good parking. Hygiene is of high importance with all stringent procedures
- carried out in front of you, with equipment being autoclaved. Shop has
- separate non-smoking waiting area and is light and modern inside, with
- plenty examples of flash and Steven's own artwork on display along with
- many photographs.
- Artist Review--Steven Wrigley: Steven is a friendly and easy going guy
- (watch out for the wry sense of humour!), more than happy to discuss ideas
- and suggestions. A very conscientious worker, nay perfectionist, willing
- to draw designs from your ideas for your approval. Has a great eye for
- placement and use of colour. An unassuming character with pride in his
- work and your satisfaction. Son of the late Terry Wrigley of Terry's
- Tattoos (also Glasgow)
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- This ends "rec.arts.bodyart: Tattoo FAQ 5/9--Artist List." This should
- be followed by "rec.arts.bodyart: Tattoo FAQ 6/9--Care of new tattoos."
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