I got tattooed yesterday by Steve Godoy and I couldn't be happier! I was referred to him by a friend and I'm so excited to have finally found my artist. I wanted something fine lined and delicate and I got just that. This was a memorial tattoo so I didn't wanna go just anywhere. I'll definitely be going back read more

Left a review of my actual negative experience after being tattooed last year by what seemed to be an apprentice from this shop (I wasn't informed), and the shop owner replied saying that it was not an actual review of his business. Do with that what you will, I still had to get my tat fixed up at the other shop down the road lol read more

$400 deposit. Had to reschedule for sometime in the future because of work. Both artists that were going to work on the tattoo left without a word. Called Black Sheep to work out something and was told to discuss it with the artists that are now halfway across the US. $400 for charity it seems. read more

JP is the best. Shop is in a great location, it's clean, and the vibe is great. I've spent many hours here working on my leg sleeve and it's always a positive experience. read more

the hospitality was great, however my tattoo was done in 15 minutes and is blown out. I'm really disappointed with the quality and the fact that i have to find someone to do a cover up. read more

I have gotten plenty of tattoos from a few places and I have to admit that Black Sheep is now my go to shop! I will only go here for my work now! Jake is doing a full sleeve for me and his works is hands down some of the best I've seen! It took me a while to find an artist that I wanted to do my sleeve and then I saw Jake's work. Everyone at the shop is welcoming, friendly and some of the best artists I've seen! JP the owner is a rad human and hilarious! Definitely recommend this place for sure! read more

This place is awesome! The artists are talented and friendly, place a high value on ensuring your comfort during a session, and hold safety and cleanliness in high regard. I just finished my second session with Jake on a leg piece and his quality of work and attention to detail are unmatched. I don't think there is another realist artist in OC who can match his skill. read more

Black Sheep Tattoo - Leg sleeve in progress. Look at the scales! - Tattoo Near Me - San Clemente, California

Best shop in San Clemente, bottom line. Nicest staff, extremely clean shop with super talented artists! Will be coming back for sure!

I am compelled to do another review of Black Sheep Tattoo and my artist Jake after a recent experience. I occasionally have to make quite a drive up to Orange to a hobby shop for parts. Before my most recent visit to this hobby shop, I had not been there for at least 7-8 months. When I walked in, the guy behind the counter said "hey, how have you been?" Then he started talking with me like we have been friends since second grade! I was completely caught off guard and confused because I had no idea who he was I awkwardly asked him if we knew each other and he said "yeah, I remember you the last time you came in." I told him that was impressive because I hadn't been in there for almost 8 months. I asked him how he remembered me given he has probably seen thousands of customers since I had been there last. He said I remember your sleeve!!! He said when I saw it the first time he would never forget it! I personally cannot remember anyone I have ever met because of their PARTICULAR tattoo! THAT speaks volumes to me about Jake's work. His work has been the ONLY work I have had done that was remembered by ONE person I had a five minute interaction with from 8 months ago! Jake- thank you! You take your work seriously and your talent literally shows. Go see Jake at Black Sheep Tattoo in San Clemente if you're considering anything new or continuing anything old. Look at his work, it speaks for itself! read more

I had an outstanding tattoo experience here. I am taken back by the professionalism and general care for the client and the tattoo work they do. I highly recommend this place and would recommend it to all my friends. I was in the military and they gave me a really good military discount. This place is like the speak east of tattoo shops . Such a cool vibe . They also gave me a bunch ch of stickers and a free shirt . I couldn't be happier with my tattoo in which they explained to me in detail throughout the whole design process. I am very happy with my work. read more

Black Sheep Tattoo - My tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Clemente, California

This place makes a big deal about making their customers comfortable, but it is unfortunately the opposite. They could not have been more rude and dismissive. Prices are also way above the going rate, and the quality just doesn't match up. I'd rather drive hours away to go anywhere else for a tattoo. read more

Best tattoos in Orange County! This place rocks! Super cool atmosphere and very clean. All the artists are very talented and professional. I go to Jake for all my tattoos and he kills it every time. Super clean work. I highly recommend Black Sheep Tattoos if you're in the Orange County area looking to get some work done! read more

Black Sheep Tattoo - Leg tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Clemente, California

I got a tattoo from them and they milked the clock and charges me $1200 for a tattoo I could have gotten done for $700 he was sever heavy handed and gave me a different tattoo then what I walked in asking for saying the original was gay read more

Changed the size of tattoo I wanted and took his time to do everything. Took 2 hours for Tyler to set up and constant smoke breaks. Did not want shading but he made the tattoo almost black. Would not recommend this shop or definitely not Tyler. Tattoo could have took and 2 hours and I was there for 6. read more

I contacted JP via IG. He was upfront and honest. He did my full sleeve. I had an idea and theme from previous tattoos I have. We came up with an idea to match the theme. It was better than I had expected. Jp's talent is second to none. Extremely talented artist. Black sheep tattoo is clean everything was in its place. Well ran tattoo shop. They have water and snacks for the clients to eat while they're getting work done. There's a market with great Mexican food just stairs. I live in north OC and drove all the way to the shop to get the tattoos. I have recommended this shop to my friends. read more

JP is top notch. Quality work, great vibe. You get what you pay for. Shop is always clean and all the artist here are professionals. read more

Black Sheep Tattoo - Leg sleeve by JP - Tattoo Near Me - San Clemente, California

I'm doing this review as I'm driving back home from my appointment. Let me just tell you I am extremely and overly satisfied with the results. I have a couple more sessions left with JP but words cannot even express how grateful and how happy I am. He did my grandpa so much justice! He looks so real, so handsome and honestly I just wanna cry. I am so grateful and I put a photo of my results. I do have another photo of what picture he referred to to tattoo on me and let me tell you it's more than exceptional. He's a really great artist, if you just get to talk to him and get to know him as an artist you'll see that he's a genuinely good individual and someone real you would want to get tattooed by. Thank you again, I love my one of many tattoos that will come from him! read more

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Great parlor, very nice artists and employees, they treated me with the upmost respect and answered all questions I had for them. I really appreciated their opinions on my designs and artwork. I definitely would recommend them to anyone. read more

Could not be happier with a bad a s full foot Lion piece by JP done just a few days ago #Awesome . And my Dragon that was started 20 years ago and Skylar is now finishing and adding his own personal touch . We have done 3 half days already and scheduled for 4th early next week . This place is Dope read more

JP did my customer Darth Vader (Death Vader) piece. It come out better than I could've ever imagined. I'm going to have him do my whole sleeve on this arm. JP is super cool dude, super clean shop. His work is unreal. Not to mention the view from the balcony is . read more

Black Sheep Tattoo - JP did my customer Darth Vader (Death Vader) piece. - Tattoo Near Me - San Clemente, California

I've had my fair share of tattoos. All different artists, however from the get go I was made to feel like crap. Like the door was closed so I knocked, get made fun of for knocking and being polite okay cool. Gave him the idea man took two hours to set it up, that's fine I get it art takes time, he changed the entire idea I originally had. Doesn't like new styles only old styles cause that's how he learned. It felt like every five minutes he went to smoke. The atmosphere sucked. A tattoo that should have taken three hours took seven. Copious amounts of breaks to go get high, coming back in and having a tantrum over his set up. Would get so aggravated that his would fuck up his machine multiple times, didn't tell his client where his work station was (moved it around a lot) and got upset when it was bumped into. God damn, I went here because I heard good reviews about a certain artist, but not Tyler. It's a cool shop, don't get me wrong and they have shirts for their customers and water and all that, just my artist was rude as hell. read more

I have been to most Tattoo shops in SC & this one is the best. Black Sheep not only offers an immaculately clean environment but also a family like environment with the best artists. Artistic and insanely friendly. Teresa and JP are such cool people and artists you can put your trust in to get amazing tattoos. Thank you guys for the great experience and I can't wait to book the next appointment! read more

Let me first start out by saying what a pleasure.. JP is up front and honest. Says what he means and means what he says. Any wait time to get an appointment is well worth it! 1st. He did a killer job on my finger tattoo! Incredible detail on a micro piece. Definitely didn't sacrifice detail or quality on such a small piece. Can't wait to schedule my next appointment! Thanks for the hospitality read more

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I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE! I came in for my first microblading/tattoo shop experience today, and I will be telling everyone about this place! When I came in. I met Chubbs who was as sweet as can be and from what I saw from his work on the man next to me also quite the artist!! Jess did my brows, and I AM OBSESSED!!!! She is SO TALENTED, kind, and accomidating! Not to mention a great artist! Just look at her Instagram! Nothing but kind words and warm feelings for Black Sheep! Highly recommend!!!! read more

Not welcoming at all. Entitled tattoo artists that tried to be intimidating. Customer service goes a long way when it comes to tattoos.

Total as*holes. Dude with bald head was so unnecessarily rude, did not even stay to get tattoo because of him. Do better.

I made an appointment with Scott by securely submitting my security deposit of $150.00. 3 days before my appointment, my boss tells me that because of the hospital taking a huge loss - due to covid, they will be reducing my work hours. I reached out to Scott (3 days prior to my appointment) to let him know that right now is not the time to move forward with it and he responded by saying that, "so better we cancel it leaving a hole in my schedule." I didn't even get to meet him in person or get to have artwork done by him -- the best part is that HE DID NOT EVEN RETURN my deposit back nor cared to respond to my email. He is not professional and it is unfortunate that black Sheep Tattoo has a scam of an artist representing them. read more

JP is the best! Not only is the shop in an amazing location, but it's squeaky clean and amazing inside. Every piece I have from JP has been well thought out and turns out kick ass. You can tell he is a true perfectionist and constantly trying to master his craft. Pricing is straight forward and extremely reasonable, especially considering the quality of the art and tools. read more