Blue Crab Tattoo &amp; Body Piercing

Can't recommend Captain Gordon, Christie, and Pari enough!!!!!…read moreI've gotten 20 piercings and 2 tattoos done by Time Bomb since 2019 and have had nothing but amazing experiences every single visit. Can't forget to mention that their shop is filled with the "Curiosities" portion which will entertain you for hours. I spot new trinkets and oddities every time I'm there. If I had to use one word to describe operations it would be "CLEAN". Their sanitation protocols are beyond medical standards and the term "professionalism" would be an understatement. Even as a seasoned piercing client, they're all still diligent in ensuring I'm updated and informed on aftercare practices as well. Advanced piercings, helix, lobe, and nipples, a wrist tattoo, and spine piece later, I'll always chose Time Bomb as my body mod providers. A full bodysuit tattoo piece is in the near future, and I can't wait!!!! I would and still do recommend Time Bomb to everyone I come across. Services: Ear piercing, Color ink tattoos, Tattoo aftercare, Piercings, Tattoo design, Female tattoos, Tattoos Requested style: Custom, easy to heal, low maintenance, and consultation in placement were all part of the process in piercing and tattoo decisions. Their team of professionals were able to answer all my questions and give sound advice in how I'd experience and heal from the new pieces. Cleanliness: I've walked into doctor's offices less clean than Time Bomb's shop. They take cleanliness and sanitation to a new level and it helps make the experience feel safe and cared for Artists: My piercers were Alden, Jasper, Christie, Captain, and Pari, tattoo artists are John and Captain. I'd recommend all of them, although Pari was supernaturally fast with her piercing experience (3 helix's). No joke, it took under 5 minutes to place, prep, pierce, and clean up. The piercings themselves took maybe a minute and a half. Both Pari and Christie made the piercings hurt less than expected and have such a skilful and delicate touch that they're experts in their industry.

I needed a perfectionist to put "nothing beautiful without struggle" in Latin on my arm/shoulder…read more My usual Timebomb tattoo artist, Marcus, to his credit said, "You want Kyle for this". Kyle was hyper-accurate and precise. It looks perfect, and I mean perfect. He had a sign at his station that said "big tippers go to heaven" . I'm in. -- Dave

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Crab outline

Key City Tattoo

4.4(28 reviews)

2.5 mi

I got this tattoo as a walk in and this place did an amazing job the people that work here are very…read morefriendly and patient,I 10/10 recommend this shop.The vibes were also so fun and I loved the music and all the art work displayed

I'm basically a walking advertisement for Key City Tattoo at this point, and I'm very fine with…read morethat! These guys are the best of the best. That's why I keep going back (we're 10+ tattoos in at this point just with Key City!). Cleanly, friendly, and creative. I often have emailed the owner, Gary, a totally random concept to design. He has knocked it out of the park every time. As an art lover, I am just astounded by the level of creativity in this shop. I am often stopped on the street to ask where I got my tattoos done, and I always tell them Key City is worth the drive no matter where you are in the DMV. I have had two memorial ashes tattoos completed here, and I have been impressed with the professionalism, empathy, and dedication to making these special pieces of art. Their tattooing skill is top notch. Many of my oldest tattoos still look like they were done in the past year. Their aftercare instructions have always been clear and easy to follow. Bottom line. This is the shop to go to in Maryland. You won't be sorry!

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Tattoo By: NATE SPRENKLE

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Tattoo By: TERRY MORGAN

Classic Electric Tattoo

4.5(50 reviews)

1.6 mi

•$$$

Love love love it here, Josh is amazing highly recommend this place if you like traditional tats!…read moreThe atmosphere is very welcoming and everyone there is a vibe to be around! I got my shin tattooed here twice now and loved the results.

Brianne did AMAZING! She was very kind, and did a fantastic job on my tattoo! Thank you so much!read more

Classic Electric Tattoo - 15years later and my first tattoo still looks great thank you Eric you're the best! Definitely recommend Eric and his shop classic!

15years later and my first tattoo still looks great thank you Eric you're the best! Definitely recommend Eric and his shop classic!

Tiger dragon by Josh DeFrance

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Line work done my Lee miles and color done by Josh DeFrance

Tattoo Alchemy

4.2(13 reviews)

2.0 mi

I love this shop! It's a small one with a handful of really great artists, and the vibe is hanging…read moreout with your friends goofing off. Everyone here is rad, and James is the best! He's super easy going, explains everything simply but not like I'm a dummy. Makes sure I'm comfy and ready to go, works quick and makes my tattoos look most excellent and keeps me giggling the whole time. Love working with a shop and artist that doesn't have tattitude and treats everyone fair and kind. Can't wait to go goof off and get another one!

I requested a fine line tattoo and instead of declining the offer James accepted it. As soon as it…read morewas done there was haloing around it. Only two months later it was bled out beneath the skin and looks horrible. And I will have to try and get it removed somewhere. The atmosphere was awful. Didn't wipe the bench between me and my boyfriend and he played bluegrass SO loudly the entire time. Do not recommend as a place for your first tattoo or any fine line tattoos ever.

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Black Label Tattoo

4.2(51 reviews)

1.6 mi

I chose Cory Lance at Black Label Tattoo because of his reputation for blackout work, and I was…read moregenuinely looking forward to my appointment. The quality of the tattoo itself met my expectations. My concern is with the pricing and communication process. Before the appointment, I paid a $300 deposit. The tattoo session lasted approximately four hours, but at no point before the work began was I given a total price or estimate for the sleeve. After the tattoo was completed, I was informed that the total price for the tattoo would be $5,000. We discussed the lack of upfront pricing, the amount was reduced, and we ultimately resolved the matter with a final total payment of $3,300. My issue is not the final amount we ultimately agreed upon. My concern is that the total cost was never disclosed before the tattoo began. Learning the price only after the work was complete put me in a very uncomfortable position because I no longer had the opportunity to decide whether I wanted to move forward at that cost. I believe customers should always receive a clear estimate or total price before any work begins, especially for projects that cost several thousand dollars. If the pricing had been discussed upfront, I could have made an informed decision before committing to the tattoo. I'm sharing my experience so future clients understand the importance of discussing pricing in detail before the tattoo starts. I hope this feedback encourages clearer communication and pricing transparency going forward.

i genuinely enjoyed the process, getting a tattoo here is fun and makes it a great environment…read more Scott C. was fantastic and my fiancés mom and aunt went and got it done exactly how requested. will continue to go back. he did my entire left arm sleeve.

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Born of a Legacy Tattoo Frederick

5.0(3 reviews)

1.7 mi

Went in for a watercolor-esque tattoo that I had been dreaming of for years, and Seth made it look…read more1000x better than I could ever imagine!! His shop is super clean and the vibes are chill, he is incredibly talented and professional, and the price is right! I look forward to getting more ink done at Born of A Legacy!!

The atmosphere is great! Very welcoming and not overpowering like some other tattoo parlors. Felt…read morevery comfortable, clean, and had great pricing! Wonderful and professional artists at work.

Snakeman's Tattooing & Body Piercing

3.3(23 reviews)

0.3 mi

this guy is very rude, and the piercings he does infected and has to be retired because same…read morereasons. bad quality, no length when the are swollen, something is wrong custome has to come back and pay again to change the jewelry. when I complain he just answer very rude. he doesn't explain charges and after the price go to expensive and still he arguing with the customer. I felt so unsastified. I have been paying for a bad service. he puts her niece who is apprentice and she is not doing well and still I have to pay full price. I won't recommend this place if I could I will give zero stars and no recommend to anybody to go that place.

0/10 would not recommend to a friend. (Or an enemy) I…read morecalled ahead to book an a appointment to get my septum pierced in August. When I arrived I was told the lead piercer was no longer in and I could not be seen by him. I was disappointed since I was not notified prior to coming in, but the apprentice expressed she could do it for $15. It was my birthday, so I was determined to get it pierced... The apprentice asked which ring I preferred and I expressed the smaller one since I have a smaller nose. The apprentice did not feel in my nose prior to piercing and then pierced my nose....she immediately said she missed and it was lopsided. I debated leaving as is because the pain was so bad , but she said she wouldn't be able to live with herself if I left with a lopsided piercing, she took out the jewelry and pierced my nose again, but this time hurt way more. I immediately felt like passing out and throwing up. She wasn't sure how to react and seemed scared. After finally receiving water and catching my breath and paid (and tipped) for my very much $15 worthy piercing - I left. Although it was not ideal, I did pay for what I got... so I thought. A few months later I went into another shop that had jewelry so I could exchange my ring. The piercer at this other location was MORTIFIED. She said the piercing was done incorrectly and would rip my cartilage of not taken out. She advised me to return to where I got pierced and give the lead piercer a chance to fix it. I returned to Snakeman's and the apprentice greeted me. I reminded her I was and expressed what the other piercer told me. As I was telling her, the lead piercer (who I am assuming is Snakeman/owner) and he asked what happened. I told him everything I just typed and immediately it was my fault. He didn't say sorry and started saying it probably occurred when I flipped my piercing, changing my jewelry too soon, and allergies. I expressed that I had done none of those things or have allergies. He then told me the piercer from the other location was being dramatic and told me it was my choice what to do next. I told him I understood that my cartilage probably wouldn't tear, but my nose was clearly was rejecting the piercing due to being done incorrectly twice. He told the apprentice to take out and told me that next time not to focus on what jewelry was "cuter." (Mind you, I was not informed that a smaller ring would do this) It made me believe what occurred was my fault. He never apologized (nor did she) once. I thought they would say sorry or maybe offer to redo my nose once it was healed. Obviously, I know I got what I paid for (a septum for $15) but to not apologize or to take some credibility was hurtful.

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After speaking with them on the phone I felt as if I was lesser, If you use the word Budget clearly you do not belong at a place like this. Quality doesn't mean looking down on people. read more

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Can't recommend Captain Gordon, Christie, and Pari enough!!!!!…read moreI've gotten 20 piercings and 2 tattoos done by Time Bomb since 2019 and have had nothing but amazing experiences every single visit. Can't forget to mention that their shop is filled with the "Curiosities" portion which will entertain you for hours. I spot new trinkets and oddities every time I'm there. If I had to use one word to describe operations it would be "CLEAN". Their sanitation protocols are beyond medical standards and the term "professionalism" would be an understatement. Even as a seasoned piercing client, they're all still diligent in ensuring I'm updated and informed on aftercare practices as well. Advanced piercings, helix, lobe, and nipples, a wrist tattoo, and spine piece later, I'll always chose Time Bomb as my body mod providers. A full bodysuit tattoo piece is in the near future, and I can't wait!!!! I would and still do recommend Time Bomb to everyone I come across. Services: Ear piercing, Color ink tattoos, Tattoo aftercare, Piercings, Tattoo design, Female tattoos, Tattoos Requested style: Custom, easy to heal, low maintenance, and consultation in placement were all part of the process in piercing and tattoo decisions. Their team of professionals were able to answer all my questions and give sound advice in how I'd experience and heal from the new pieces. Cleanliness: I've walked into doctor's offices less clean than Time Bomb's shop. They take cleanliness and sanitation to a new level and it helps make the experience feel safe and cared for Artists: My piercers were Alden, Jasper, Christie, Captain, and Pari, tattoo artists are John and Captain. I'd recommend all of them, although Pari was supernaturally fast with her piercing experience (3 helix's). No joke, it took under 5 minutes to place, prep, pierce, and clean up. The piercings themselves took maybe a minute and a half. Both Pari and Christie made the piercings hurt less than expected and have such a skilful and delicate touch that they're experts in their industry.

I needed a perfectionist to put "nothing beautiful without struggle" in Latin on my arm/shoulder…read more My usual Timebomb tattoo artist, Marcus, to his credit said, "You want Kyle for this". Kyle was hyper-accurate and precise. It looks perfect, and I mean perfect. He had a sign at his station that said "big tippers go to heaven" . I'm in. -- Dave

Tattoo Alchemy

4.2

(13 reviews)

I love this shop! It's a small one with a handful of really great artists, and the vibe is hanging…read moreout with your friends goofing off. Everyone here is rad, and James is the best! He's super easy going, explains everything simply but not like I'm a dummy. Makes sure I'm comfy and ready to go, works quick and makes my tattoos look most excellent and keeps me giggling the whole time. Love working with a shop and artist that doesn't have tattitude and treats everyone fair and kind. Can't wait to go goof off and get another one!

I requested a fine line tattoo and instead of declining the offer James accepted it. As soon as it…read morewas done there was haloing around it. Only two months later it was bled out beneath the skin and looks horrible. And I will have to try and get it removed somewhere. The atmosphere was awful. Didn't wipe the bench between me and my boyfriend and he played bluegrass SO loudly the entire time. Do not recommend as a place for your first tattoo or any fine line tattoos ever.

Snakeman's Tattooing & Body Piercing

3.3

(23 reviews)

this guy is very rude, and the piercings he does infected and has to be retired because same…read morereasons. bad quality, no length when the are swollen, something is wrong custome has to come back and pay again to change the jewelry. when I complain he just answer very rude. he doesn't explain charges and after the price go to expensive and still he arguing with the customer. I felt so unsastified. I have been paying for a bad service. he puts her niece who is apprentice and she is not doing well and still I have to pay full price. I won't recommend this place if I could I will give zero stars and no recommend to anybody to go that place.

0/10 would not recommend to a friend. (Or an enemy) I…read morecalled ahead to book an a appointment to get my septum pierced in August. When I arrived I was told the lead piercer was no longer in and I could not be seen by him. I was disappointed since I was not notified prior to coming in, but the apprentice expressed she could do it for $15. It was my birthday, so I was determined to get it pierced... The apprentice asked which ring I preferred and I expressed the smaller one since I have a smaller nose. The apprentice did not feel in my nose prior to piercing and then pierced my nose....she immediately said she missed and it was lopsided. I debated leaving as is because the pain was so bad , but she said she wouldn't be able to live with herself if I left with a lopsided piercing, she took out the jewelry and pierced my nose again, but this time hurt way more. I immediately felt like passing out and throwing up. She wasn't sure how to react and seemed scared. After finally receiving water and catching my breath and paid (and tipped) for my very much $15 worthy piercing - I left. Although it was not ideal, I did pay for what I got... so I thought. A few months later I went into another shop that had jewelry so I could exchange my ring. The piercer at this other location was MORTIFIED. She said the piercing was done incorrectly and would rip my cartilage of not taken out. She advised me to return to where I got pierced and give the lead piercer a chance to fix it. I returned to Snakeman's and the apprentice greeted me. I reminded her I was and expressed what the other piercer told me. As I was telling her, the lead piercer (who I am assuming is Snakeman/owner) and he asked what happened. I told him everything I just typed and immediately it was my fault. He didn't say sorry and started saying it probably occurred when I flipped my piercing, changing my jewelry too soon, and allergies. I expressed that I had done none of those things or have allergies. He then told me the piercer from the other location was being dramatic and told me it was my choice what to do next. I told him I understood that my cartilage probably wouldn't tear, but my nose was clearly was rejecting the piercing due to being done incorrectly twice. He told the apprentice to take out and told me that next time not to focus on what jewelry was "cuter." (Mind you, I was not informed that a smaller ring would do this) It made me believe what occurred was my fault. He never apologized (nor did she) once. I thought they would say sorry or maybe offer to redo my nose once it was healed. Obviously, I know I got what I paid for (a septum for $15) but to not apologize or to take some credibility was hurtful.

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Went in for a watercolor-esque tattoo that I had been dreaming of for years, and Seth made it look…read more1000x better than I could ever imagine!! His shop is super clean and the vibes are chill, he is incredibly talented and professional, and the price is right! I look forward to getting more ink done at Born of A Legacy!!

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Piercings by Dendar

3.9

(15 reviews)

I've been to many piercers and Tom is by far the best one. I indubitably trust him to advise my…read morepiercing choice with my health and best interest in mind. I currently have 25 piercings, 21 of which were done by Tom. They are a variety of ear, face, and naval piercings and I will never go to another piercer. Tom's technique, sanitation, and eye for finding aesthetic placement that complements unique anatomy is truly unmatched. I sometimes come in and let him choose my ear piercing's placement because I know he'll do an amazing job. I have never had an issue with the healing process or longevity of Tom's work. Not one of the 21 piercings had issues with rejection, keloids, or an infection of any kind. I follow his care instructions and I truly believe his piercing method and suggested healing strategy is responsible for my piercing's success. He's straightforward about whether he thinks a piercing has longevity or not and if they could cause unintended damage. Tom's top priority is the health of his clients and the quality of his piercings. In the pictures the only piercings Tom didn't do are the 1st and 2nd lode piercings on both sides. I'm not attaching pictures of my facial piercings due to personal saftey preferences. It should be noted that my septum is pierced at a strategic angle that makes it look straight, even though I have a deviated septum; and my eyebrow and nostril piercings are placed in aesthetically idealistic ways for my anatomy.

Thomas at Dendar is awesome. He has done four ear piercings for me. His place is immaculately…read moreclean. His jewelry selection is a select, intentionally chosen selection of only high quality jewelry. He's super careful with the sterilizing, and also makes sure the piercing is EXACTLY what and where the client wants. This time I wanted a staggered piercing above existing piercings--super happy with the whole experience. Will be back for the next one soon. Thomas is responsive and transparent and forthright--I appreciate that. Thanks!

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amazing experienc! staff was super friendly and my piercings turned out nicely. Will be returningread more

i came in to get an eyebrow piercing and it looks + feels perfect! the atmosphere was great,…read moreeveryone was nice and accommodating, i'll definitely be getting my next piercing there.

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RIOT! the artists here are insanely talented & able to…read moretake your tattoo ideas and turn them into cool, meaningful, permanent art you'll be proud to wear forever. m & kayla are both wonderful individuals-- who are patient, creative, and really take the time to make sure every detail is perfect. brooke their piercer is super thorough too! she will walk you through every step, make sure you're comfortable, and keep the whole experience stress-free. love this shop & the vibes-- i will definitely be back!

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3.7

(6 reviews)

I got a belly button piercing and picked up a new piercing for my nose. Gary was so kind and…read moreentertained my incessant talking and questions. Everyone here is so gracious. Looking forward to being back here for more work.

Yours truly tattoo.... do not go... first the guy literally spend 20 min doing the name. I had a…read moregift certificate for 60, which is shop minimum...ok that's fine. Then I had to pay an extra 20. So basically was an 80 tat. Then when I started saying something, some other guy that was there jumped in... Showed him my sons tats and said we paid 200 for those he basically said those were shitty. First he should have kept his opinions to himself and mouth shut, to blatantly disrespect someone to their face is so wrong. This guy would never get my business and hope none of you do. I get it I only paid 20 out of pocket for a tat that really should be a $50 tat not 80. I will def have to have it touched up and fixed. It's not about the work, I can get it fixed... it's about the disrespect.. charge what you want that's fine. But keep in mind when you shame others people's work and tats that's what the issue is.

Boomtown Tattoo

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This is the cutest shop. Kim (who did my tattoo) and her co-worker are extremely professional and…read morego above and beyond regarding their clients and their creativity. They are artists, super awesome ladies and wonderful, professional business women. 10/10. You will love your tattoo and definitely will want to come back!

Boomtown Rules and so does Traci. She is an excellent artist and the only one putting any ink on my…read morebody. I recommend Boomtown over any other tattoo shop the panhandle.

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