Went here for my leg tattoo and chest tattoo. May be hard to find since it's hidden and upstairs. For parking people usually park at cali spartan tacos parking lot. Pretty clean inside. Has an open space concept. They operate on appointments only so have to book/call ahead. read more

I had a wonderful experience with Adrienne! She is extremely attentive, creative, and super sweet! The design she made for me was exactly what I imagined it to be and better! Will definitely see her again for future tattoos. Love love love her work! read more

When I saw Adrienne's work on Instagram, I immediately wanted her art on me! I am honored to have received this tattoo because, despite being in her apprenticeship, Adrienne's dedication to quality line work, attention to detail AND my comfort were bar none!!! I got my first tattoo several years ago by an experienced tattoo artist but didn't get the same experience. I felt comfortable every step of the way with Adrienne, from giving her feedback on the design, to her showing me techniques to improve my pain. I haven't had this kind of service before and I felt very safe in trusting Adrienne with my skin! I look forward to seeing her portfolio grow and hope to get more tattoos done by her in the future. read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - Screenshot of Adrienne's Instagram post featuring my koi fish charm she designed for me! - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

Adrienne is amazing. She does great work. I was confident, comfortable and very happy.

Went for a tattoo appointment. Process was easy. My artist Adrienne was amazing, she was outstanding, warming and very polite. I had fun at the shop, I highly recommend people to go to Breaking boundaries and book with Adrienne. She also did amazing work on my tattoo, looks amazing and clean!!! read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

Artist: Adrienne Le I got my second tattoo, a really cute Koala, here! I came across Adrienne's work on her Insta page where I was really drawn to her cute sketches and some of her early work. I knew I wanted her to do my tattoo. I was extremely impressed by how fast she came up with the sketch and got me in for an appointment. I'd say she treated my tattoo with so much care as if she was getting it on her own skin. I appreciate that a lot. It turned out cuter than I expected and would definitely wanna go back for a second! The place was extremely clean and hygienic, too. Their dog Donut was a great tattoo companion! read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - That's my Koala, as captured by Adrienne! - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

I came here as a referral from a friend who suggested I get tatted by Adrienne and I gotta say the results were fire. She's super friendly and very skilled at her work while making sure you're comfortable throughout the entire process and leaves a smile on your face. 10/10 would come again read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - Chrome Hearts Cross - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

3.5 solid orange stars. Little to say and little to desire, other than not much was accomplished here with Breaking Boundaries. I was looking to have some super simple ink done and I set a consultation and the only thing that was confirmed was my appointment. IN person. No big deal I wasn't looking to inked that appointment. After the next Santa Clara county from purple to the red tier tattoo shops opened up. Great so I could have been inked by the time of my appointment, but who was I meeting with!? No follow through I cancelled my appointment. I am at peace with myself. 3.5 Solid stars here. _Enso +- This Breaking boundaries seems to have a solid fan base and judging from the work seems amazing. No in person protocol explained via phone. ?? May contact them at a later time. _I look forward to the future and I enjoy the present. read more

I recently came to Breaking Boundaries Tattoo and got some scars covered up by Caroline! I'd been having some trouble finding an artist that I felt comfortable with to do a piece for me, but I'm glad that I was recommended CC! She is literally so sweet, makes great conversation and she really does have the lightest touch. Although I'm a big fat baby and the tattoo still hurt, at most times I could zone out because of how light it felt. Overall it was such a great experience, I was so happy with the result. I didn't even really want another tattoo after this but it's true what they say... it's kind of addicting... I definitely know who to return to when the time comes! Thank you again CC :)! read more

The tattoo artists was amazing and was really nice in doing my forearm tattoo. She ensured that I was doing fine and making sure I was comfortable. Her name is Mabel Yang. Talk to her since she expertise in anime. read more

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I would highly recommend this place. Anthony was patient and meticulous, and my tattoo came out exactly how I wanted. The studio is clean and run very professionally. I will be back! read more

Adrienne is an amazing artist! Her art is so beautiful and she's just the sweetest person to work with. She's thoughtful and takes her time to make sure placement is where you want it and asks if you need breaks at all. Definitely recommend her read more

I was following Mabel's artwork for almost a year and she kept doing all of my favorite anime and game pieces and making them all look AMAZING. So I decided to reach out and see if she would do a tattoo for me. She was so easy to work with. Listened to exactly what I was thinking and then accommodated in every possible way. She has a very light touch and the tattoo was practically painless (depends on area though obviously). She took her time and she made sure it was exactly the way she liked it before finishing. 10000% I am going to contact Mabel to do another piece for me (soon)! Highly recommend. The only con is that San Jose was INSANELY hot when I went down That's it. read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - Starter 3 Pokémon in cosplay of their evolutions - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

Tony is a great artist. His tattoo and drawing skills are a natural gift. I highly recommend the service

I came to adrienne when she first started, from the moment I sat in her chair, she was super accommodating and put me at ease. I really enjoyed the whole experience & left the shop feeling satisfied about the way my tattoo turned out especially considering how new she is. I will definitely be back to get more pieces done from her! read more

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Mabel was amazing and so sweet, best experience I've had from an artist and will be sure to recommend her and come back for another! read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - Cowboy bebop tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

Found Mabel's work through IG (@MW_Tattoos) and Im beyond impress on the work she did! She made the piece look better than how I expected. Would definitely go to her again for another anime piece! read more

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Wish I could give more stars honestly, I've now gotten 4 tattoos from Mabel and she's just incredible. Every time I go there she brings whatever idea is in my head to life and in beautiful fashion. The vibe at the shop is always super chill, most of the time it'll just be you and her and whatever horror tv show she's put in lol. (She will let you watch whatever you request). I can honestly say that there are absolutely no downsides to getting a tattoo done by her, she's amazingly talented extremely kind and is super personable. read more

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Mabel has done 4 of my tattoos and honestly i get compliments every single time!!! Shop is clean and something interesting is usually playing on the TV, vibes immaculate. There's not much to say except go for it!! read more

S/o to my artist Trung for his amazing work and attention to detail! I reached out to Trung via Instagram after doing my own personal research on various Bay Area tattoo artists. I instantly knew just by looking through his photos that his style/technique/shading matched my vibe/preference. He was quick to respond and was able to set an appt about a month out from when I first contacted him and from there everything was smooth sailing. My experience was really calming; Trung is super chill and polite. You can tell that he truly cares.. not just about the work he puts in but that his client feels at ease. My orchid realism piece took 2 sessions in total and is about 7 inches in length for reference. Once I figure out the details for my next piece to my half sleeve I'll be sure to hit up Trung. Make sure to book with him in advance as his slots have been filling up like crazy! 5 stars for Trung's professionalism, cleanliness, responsiveness, and artistry! Will update photo once completely healed, thanks again T! read more

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I'd highly recommend Shawn. I get compliments from strangers all the time on Shawn's work. Of course I'm sure your friends' cousin can do it cheaper out of their "studio" in their garage - but remember, tattoos are on your skin for life so make the best investment you can and don't cheap out. I have done two full sleeves through him and have started the outline for my leg sleeve, with plans to get more work done through him. Shawn also did my girlfriend's forearm piece as well as many friends I have recommended to him throughout the years. His color work is phenomenal with layering/blending of colors, along with a light hand. Line work impeccable, ultra clean lines. He has worked really quickly as I can finish 95% to 100% of a sleeve outline in a session. When I have an idea, I bounce it off of him and he draws it out, it comes out better than I envision every time. As far as scheduling goes, it's pretty easy as I just call or text him and he lets me know his availability. I usually do 6-8 hours per session and they go by quick, since he has entertainment so you don't get bored. There's the TV or music of your choice to pass the time. I plan to get the rest of my body done through Shawn and would recommend at least scheduling a consultation if you have any hesitation. read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - More progress on my leg sleeve today - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

My artist was Shawn and he did a helluva job on my arm. From start to finish, I gotta say it was painful but the results was more than worth it. The art he drew up for me was great and he even made last minute alterations on the spot when I got a little too picky with what I wanted. Definitely a hidden gem in San Jose. Tip: it's located next to Cali Spartan tacos so you can grab a bite there before or after read more

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I've been a tattoo enthusiast for almost 20 years, and have seen the progression of tattoos in the Bay Area. I have several tattoos from other artists already; however, I truly believe Shawn (Dung) is the best Asian inspired tattoo artist in the Bay--and probably even in California! What sets him apart is that he always strives to improve his skillset (hence the name Breaking Boundaries). All his apprentices need to have some sort of "professional" art background (art classes etc); and his reasoning is that you need to understand basic art concepts in order to be a good artist--and not just having a passion for it. Imagine getting inked by someone who only has experience from tattooing friends in a small garage vs someone who has taken painting/drawing classes. Big difference in skillset! I had an arm piece idea that had a long list of what I wanted--as it represented something meaningful to me. Shawn was able to work with the ideas thrown at him, and able to create the art, and it was better than I expected! He's also really nice and personable, and we had great talks while I was getting inked. I always get complimented from the tattoo, and I know I'll likely get more tattoos here in the future read more

I was very fortunate to have Mabel be the artist to do my first anime piece. She was super friendly, communicative, and accommodating before (in my conversation regarding my booking inquiry with her), during, and after the tattoo session. She made sure I was comfortable and to let her know if I needed to take a break at any time during the session. If I ever had to adjust my position for her to work, she politely asked. The studio itself was clean, well-lit, and adequately air-conditioned. Parking was easy to find in the surrounding neighborhoods where you don't have to worry about paying, or hourly parking limits and would only require a few blocks to walk to get to the studio which itself was very easy to find. Lastly, and most importantly I can't give enough praise for the quality of her craft. I absolutely love the piece I had done by her and her attention to detail is amazing. I would absolutely love to work with her again on a piece in the future and highly recommend her to anyone interested in the style that she specializes in. read more

I've been following Mabel on Instagram for some time, and had the pleasure of getting a Final Fantasy tattoo done with her! The process was seamless from start to finish, where the communication was on point, booking and location wasn't an issue, and she was super quick with resizes. The tattoo looks fantastic and I've been getting compliments whenever people see it! Mabel herself is an absolute homie, very down to earth with plenty of recommendations on all things games and anime! If you're on the fence about getting a tattoo from her, don't walk, sprint! read more

Mabel is a QUEEN. Her talent is off the charts, and she's super quick and detailed! But more than that, she's so sweet and makes sure you're comfortable and she is just amazing. If I'm ever in the area again I will definitely be back with her. read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - the finished piece - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

Love everything about this place. And all the people. got the best tattoo done by Mabel. Everyone is so kind and opening when you come in. Literally nothing bad about this place. THEY TAKE CARE OF YOU! read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

Great experience, and came out better than I could've imagined. I looked long and hard for an artist before I was referred to Dung. It took eight sessions and we had a lot of good laughs along the way. He does amazing original work and if you like the style you see in the photos, I guarantee he can make you something that will blow your mind. I know for sure I will enjoy this tattoo for the rest of my life and I believe that all Tattoo should be treated this way. If you want to get a really high-quality Tattoo, this is the place to go. read more

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I got some scars covered by Caroline and I'm so in love! She has the most gentle touch when tattooing which helps for large pieces and for getting tattooed in extremely sensitive areas. Always very professional and makes sure to ask how I'm feeling during tattoo. The way she covered up my scars by using the leaves and petals is AMAZING! Since they're scars you'll see them if you look hard enough but Caroline did such a phenomenal job hiding them for me and has given me new confidence. THANK YOU CC read more

I have been booking an appointment with Mabel for the last six months. My brother introduced me to Mabel's Instagram page and once I saw her work, I knew I needed to get a tattoo done by her. Location is in a pretty hidden area in San Jose but it does provide easy access to parking. As far as the actual tattoo process goes, Mabel has gone above and beyond to make sure I am comfortable and always checking to see if I'm in any sort of pain or need a break. The shop and the other artists all give out good energy and are very easy to converse with. Would highly recommend Mabel! read more

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Let's give a shoutout to artist Trung for my first tattoos ever. Hes very professional and he also pays a lot of attention on the details which I love and made me comfortable during the process. Good experience, absolutely recommend read more

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Trung really knows wtf he is doing. He hooked me up with an epic floral piece on my arm with some Grade A shading. He was courteous, polite, and overall very calming. I felt super at ease and in great hands. I've already gotten so many compliments on his work. Deff give him a shot! read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - Outer arm part - by trung - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

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I am seriously in love with my tattoo so much. I mustered all my energy and strength to write this review because god knows how lazy I've been. I just told Dung what I wanted and he skillfully put it together. Though I was dying from pain, It was well worth it. Words cannot really describe how good Dung is but this photo might. read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

Shoutout to my tattoo artist Trung for doing an amazing job with his tat skills like I only trust him with my tattoo because he knows what's up. He does a very good job and makes the art piece 10x better. He's very polite and nice. If you're looking for a good artist in bay area, San Jose, Hit up Trung! Check out his IG for his work and stuff!! read more

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I've been going to Dung since I was 18 and have watched him progress over the years to perfect his craft. His attention to detail is second to none! I would recommend him to people time and time again. Currently working on my traditional Japanese 3/4 sleeve on my left arm with him. read more

I was recommended by a friend to go to Shawn to get some work done. Had a sleeve done and a year later came back to get another sleeve done. His line work and shading is on point. Will be coming back to get future work done. read more

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Shawn is the only person allowed to ink me. From day one he is one who believes each individual should have their own unique artwork. Meaning, your piece can be entirely unique if requested. Not only that, it is encouraged. Shawn has been inking me for over 10 years and his progression and accuracy has only improved with the years. His stroke is precise, fast, but light. He can and is able to do dark line work, never messy or generic, but also stencil or charcoal pencil light line work. More often than not, random individuals have come up to me to admire my piece and give praises on the quality of the line work as well as the art piece itself. The artwork on my skin was hand sketched over weeks time until it was ready to be placed on my skin. You really have to understand the quality of line work of an artist. That of which being hair follicle thin, straight, and if needed a fading gradient or light like stencil. It simply isn't just a tattoo, it is art and should be treated as so. Cheers to the awesome work that Shawn puts out there. read more

I got my first tattoo done with Caroline, @carolineeyart on IG! She is the only person who was able to bring my vision to life. The sketch, size and placement was perfect! The process was painless and I was in and out in under an hour! She achieved the perfect red, not too bright or too dark. I highly recommend for anyone looking for an artist! I'm sooo glad I chose Caroline to do my very first tattoo No regrets!! read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - By Caroline - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

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Shawn did great on my leg, he's diligent and his art is great I would recommend him to anyone. Very nice and always accommodating and makes sure I take breaks when needed. read more

Breaking Boundaries Tattoos - My leg I don't have any close up at the moment but will post later - Tattoo Near Me - San Jose, California

The guy who did mine and my friends tattoos were nice but the they turned out so bad. My tattoo on my collarbone looks good but the one on the back of my elbow is faded and half the ink is gone. The guy didn't even shave the skin or wrap the tattoos afterwards. I waited a while to post the review until it completely healed but now that it healed and looks bad, i'm posting it. read more

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