I set up with the artist Jacob. I had been following his work for a while now and his work is…read moreincredible. He gave me a quote for the project and the time it would take to complete the project. He is very personal and very focused. When he is working he can get so into the creation he may go quiet for a bit but don't take that as he is not listening or doesn't care he is just in the moment concentrating on the work and it shows when project is finished. He was able to recreate the design I had made perfectly. The colors used were almost perfect. The place was very chill and I lost track of time watching him work. Great job Jacob. I look forward to our next project.

10 stars for Jacob!! I love my cover up peonies tattoo! Jacob is professional and is a wonderful…read moreartist. His artwork is beautiful. The lines are clean and the shading is on point. The way he tattoo doesn't hurt . I've gone to heavy handed artists before and the trauma keeps me away for years. Because Jacob made it so comfortable and my experience w him was sooo great I plan on getting another tattoo w him soon. Thank you Jacob! You are awesome!!! I attached a photo of my cover up... it's such a good cover up... can't see the old tattoo.

I've lived 5 minutes from this place for nearly 10 years and wish I had started way sooner - I…read moredon't know why I hesitated for so long - just pure laziness. Which is so silly because making the appointment is so easy through their website. I've now had 5 total piercings at DV8 over the course of the last year and a half on my ear curation journey. All are healing well and I'm very happy with the placements.  Keep in mind the jewelry is not included in the piercing fee, and it can add up quick if you're a gold lover. But if you're getting subsequent piercings, they allow you to bring in any previous jewelry that you've already purchased from them to use for future piercings. Just keep in mind that your appointment may take a little longer because they will need to sanitize the jewelry. I'm most impressed with the detailed aftercare instructions. I was horrified by the lack of instructions my sister received after being pierced at a VERY POPULAR piercing place in Berkely on Telegraph Ave (you know the place). She came with me to one of my appointments at DV8 and said, wow, they didn't tell me ANY of that stuff at the other place. And I was like, I KNOW - that's why I only come to DV8. They are also certified by the Association of Professional Piercers, so I feel confident that everything they do is safe and sanitary.

Friendly staff and clean environment. However, pricing on their website was very deceptive. I got…read moremy earlobes pierced, which was listed as $25. This turned out to be $25 per ear, which does NOT include the price of jewelry. I picked some of the simplest studs they offered, and those plus the backing came out to an additional $86. We were told they would not use outside jewelry- which is fine, but with prices like these? Ouch!! Overall quality was acceptable, but $136 before tax and tip is much too high for a basic piercing.

Tony was incredibly easy to work with, and I don't think it's possible to find somebody with a…read morehigher level of attention to detail. On top of that, I thought his rate was extremely reasonable. I'm not what anyone would call "easy-going" about things like this, and the piece he did is my first real full-size tattoo, so I'm very glad I found him. It's perfect, which is a word I don't use lightly, and I absolutely recommend him!

Just got my first tattoo from Tony last night. Tony is such a fantastic artist. We collaborated…read morewell on what I wanted to do and it turned out even better than I imagined. 7 hours is a long time but we past the time nicely watching TV. He had a great set up of streaming services to help keep me distracted and it wasn't very painful at all. Until the highlighting at the end but it was well worth it. I will definitely be using Tony for any future work I get done.

Got my third lobe and helix pierced by James! Loved the…read moreatmosphere and the cleanliness of the entire place. Dalton greeted me at the front and was very nice with answering my questions and even recommended a piece of jewelry for me because I couldn't decide. Been saving up to get a tattoo consultation and excited to see the flash coming up for valentine's day! The flashes are always very cool. James even check on me 6 months later to make sure my piercings were doing well. Never had such a positive experience even half a year later! Made me feel taken care of. Thank you Emerald! You guys are the best!

James did my nose piercing today. It was so quick! usually I get pretty nervous once I see the…read moreneedle but he made sure I was good before he pierced. I will definitely be back for more, everyone was super friendly from the moment I got in. I didn't get the front guys name but he was awesome!

I've been in to see Mario multiple times now and have a third session booked already!! If you are…read morelooking for someone who really listens and helps create what you want, has a personable personality and does an amazing job then you definitely want to give this shop a chance. It's also extremely clean and comfortable which I'm super picky about since I'm in the medical field. I can't wait to see how my next one turns out!!!

Mario at FULL spectrum killed it! My girlfriend and I had talked about getting these tattoos…read moretogether and finally did! She found Mario and I am so happy!

Viktor is not only an amazing artist, he is an amazing person. As a woman with significant trauma…read moreissues that drove my decision to get tattooed, the care and consideration with which I was treated will never be forgotten. If you want a tattoo and you want to be treated with care and discretion this is the tattoo parlor for you.

Tyson is absolutely phenomenal!! He crated a Very clean and inviting environment in his studio. The…read moreother guy also super nice and always friendly to make you feel so welcome. Tyson's customer service and his artwork are fantastic. My husband and I both had tattoos done with him and he takes all the time to make sure you are happy with a piece. Plus he is reeeeallyyyy good at what he's doing. THANK YOU TYSON!!M&K

Good communication, which is vital to the practice, other shops take note…read more My peircings looked amazing and I got advice on how to keep them clean and what soap to use. Good pricing too. The actual peiricngs themselves dont hurt as bad as you would think they would, pretty quick, minimal pain. I had an MRI recently, and my peircings all closed up so I will definitely be coming back to this shop to get then redone.

I've been here several times for a few different piercings. This is also where I take my daughter…read moreto get hers done. they are very clean facility and have amazing piercers. All staff are very professional and complete all documentation for each service with fidelity. We will keep coming back.

This place is the definition of mediocre if you want a mediocre tattoo that's gonna be chunky,…read moreuneven lines come here I got a tattoo here and it was the most unprofessional experience of my life. I was definitely unexperienced to say the least because it was my first tattoo, but the artist completely botched what I asked for and I would just completely recommend avoiding this place if you can go to a truly trusted artist and don't just go to a random place in your small hometown cause this is the definition of that this is no better than getting a tattoo from red Dragon if you know you know.

It's an extremely cool place the way it's decorated. All of the artists are chill and it's overall…read morea great place for tattoos depending on the artist. I have gotten two from here, different artists, and they turned out great!