Great detail work but staff makes zero attempt to make the experience personal or fun. They talk…read moreand joke with co-workers, don't bother asking the significance of the permanent mark you're about to allow them to make on your body which I assume means they don't care. That's okay I guess as long as their work is good but...I've had ink elsewhere and the artists were much more fun and just as good. If you are looking for a very impersonal experience then this is your place.

I have gotten two tattoos done my Nicole in past 4-months and I'm headed back in 20-days. Great…read moreartist, she can take your idea and turn it into a master piece. If your looking for American Traditional I believe she is your artist in northern Michigan.

I cannot say enough good things about Traverse City Tattoo! Ram and Leif are both so helpful and…read moreprofessional. The shop has a great atmosphere and both guys do amazing work. I have been tattooed by both Ram and Leif and will continue coming back, without a doubt!

I had the pleasure of working with Leif. He is certainly an artist at heart and, as somebody with…read morelittle artistic talent, I welcomed his ability to take creative ability in the process. He improved an existing tattoo I already had on my shoulder. I gave him a verbal description of what I was looking for and a couple of visual examples I found on Google and he was able to create something I love. In addition to being a talented artist, he is professional and the atmosphere of Ram's shop is welcoming, comfortable, clean, and professional. A++ would recommend.

Rex and Katrina are great. Rex took a concept and put it to a great piece of art! Comfortable and…read moreclean studio. Both were very interested in the story behind the art. Strongly recommend Blue Heart Tattoo!!

This was my first tattoo so I did a good amount of research on the shops in the area. I messaged…read morethe Facebook account of Blue Heart and they responded in minutes answering every single question I threw their way. I got lucky enough that there was a cancellation and they were able to fit me in next day. (Otherwise I was looking at at least a month wait) The entire experience was so simple and the staff was extremely supportive and provided their own creative insights to help round out exactly what I wanted. While the design wasn't very advanced I was still able to get in and out in about an hour. If Yelp had the option to go higher than 5 stars I would. Already cant wait to get another tattoo.

went here for a helix and a septum over a year ago. everyone was super kind and accepting. did all…read moreof the proper piercing protocols (i've been to places that haven't). septum healed perfectly and still looks great, the quality of the actual jewelry was great as well. helix healed great but i messed up the aftercare, resulting in a keloid. was not their fault whatsoever, i slept on it for many months and didn't keep it clean. overall, very nice place with a cool atmosphere

I have spent a lot of hours in this shop! This is the best shop in town for environment, quality…read moreand cleanliness. I have visited and been tattooed by others around this area but this is hands down the best experience! Charlie is the only artist I plan on going to in the future!

Great tattoos and designs, very clean environment. Had my tattoo done by Chris, very good work and…read moredesign.

My favorite spot to go for tattoos. Jessica is such a sweetheart and is always open to new ideas…read moreand custom pieces, as well as having a large selection of flash available. I couldn't recommend her enough!

Chris did an awesome job. I gave him a challenge and he nailed it. I love love love my "cat" tat…read more Dee

I was in town for my family vacay and have always wanted the little Oberon sun as a salute to MI…read moresince I no longer live in state. Submitted a request here and they were able to get me in same day, sweet!! I made it pretty clear I was looking for a fine line, simple outlined tattoo, both on the online submission and on the phone. The dude who tattooed me started by bringing out a few different sizes, I asked if we could do a size in between the first two prints. He seemed confused by this, left, came back, and asked how the next print looked and if that size worked. I'm 98% sure it was the exact same print out as before, he just didn't know how to resize it the paper had the same creases and it looked identical to the first print off, so I should've taken that as a red flag right away. But I wanted to get the tattoo so agreed on one of the sizes. Once we get into the tattoo, he stops about halfway and asks if I'd like any shading. I said no, I just want the outline exactly like we talked about. He says okay, and continues to shade the inside of the sun anyway. I didn't realize until I got home and took the saniderm off how bad the line work was. Yes, the Oberon sun is supposed to be squiggly and imperfect. However, my line work was bleeding and inconsistent. He claimed the bleeding lines would "fade" but they did not. Along with this, the face all blended together. It's hard to tell which feature is which. It looks like smudged marker to be honest. I think the man who tattooed me may have been an apprentice (but charged as if he were a seasoned artist at $150/hr), but I wish they would have been honest with their ability. I cried about the tattoo I was so excited for and have plans to remove it since it makes me sick to think about it. I reached out and was told that they'd be happy to do a touch up, but haven't heard a peep since then, even when I followed up again asking just for a refund because they even agreed it was bad.... Just wanting to share my experience for anyone else so they can go anywhere but here. Below is what I wanted vs what I got! Embarrassing.

Came up to Traverse City for a bachelorette trip! 8 of us wanted matching tattoos we came across…read more315 Underground Ink and had Tattu B give us our tattoos I'm from the bottom of Michigan and will 100% be coming back to get a tattoo from Tattu! Wonderful Customer service the Vibe here was awesome! Very chill, very fun! I recommend this place to anyone!