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    Dixer

    4.5 (30 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Vickie H.

    Awesome experience. Jonathan did an amazing job on my dragonfly. He counseled me through my color selection and design. I couldn't be happier. I would absolutely recommend.

    Yaz D.

    Went back to get my Harry Potter tattoo redone it came out a lot better than before thanks to the owner and they redid my other tattoo on my arm I'm extremely happy with both tattoos can't wait to get my next tattoo!

    Leaf design by Miles
    Erica W.

    The guys that work at this shop are so funny and friendly. They didn't make me or my girl friends feel uncomfortable or intimidated which is sometimes hard to find from tattoo shops. Miles was patient with me when we discussed my design and stayed an hour after they closed since we were walk-ins. Would go back!

    His artistic name and my tattoos are his work
    Celina G.

    He's been my friend and tattoo artist for a few years now. Very friendly and professional dude but most importantly talented.

    Annie W.

    First time coming to this tattoo parlor and I'm so glad I did! Josh did a wonderful job making my vision of a butterfly tattoo with light purple tint into reality, and made me feel super comfortable and at ease. This was my first colored tattoo and it costed me only $170 (I had expected much higher) so I'm very very satisfied. Thank you, Josh!! :)

    My tattoo done by Pina. I absolutely love it.
    Jennie O.

    Dixer Tattoo is a hidden gem in Fairfax City. I happened upon them through a Google search and decided to schedule a consultation. The atmosphere is VERY welcoming and friendly and after meeting with Pina, I set up my tattoo appointment. As you can see by the picture, it's a gorgeous tattoo and couldn't be happier. I will be back for more most definitely.

    Line Work! Arrow Tattoo
    Seentia I.

    Gio is fucking amazing! He tattooed my brother, myself, and my boyfriend and did such an amazing job! It was all of our first tattoos and he was so friendly and accommodating. I straight up had a panic attack and he was such a good sport. I highly recommend!

    Vanessa F.

    Friday the 13th spooky tattoo event was such a amazing experience! The staff were super professional and well organized! Overall the wait was not as long and my tattoo was just like I wanted it! Definitely recommended!

    Tiger
    Pumpfeezy T.

    I heard about Dixer through a Instagram follower back in early 2018. Before he opened up his shop, he would do private sessions by coming to your house and get to work. I fell in love with the details from his work and his line work. That's what you really paying for. Since then, he's almost done my entire left sleeve and did a wonderful in covering up a previous job. I would highly recommend him for the professionalism, for the great conversations, his cleanliness both work and equipment, and for always making himself available.

    Front of the Tattoo

    If you're thinking of a place to get your first tattoo, I recommend this place 100%. Everyone there was so nice and welcoming. The artist I got my tattoo done by was Gio, I recommend asking for him although every artist there has so much talent. Even though I have 7 tattoos, this was my biggest one so I was pretty nervous. But the way their studio is and the way everyone is so friendly, it didn't even feel as if I was in a tattoo studio, which calmed my nerves. Gio is actually the best tattoo artist I've had. He does his lines so perfectly, even the shading. He works with a light hand so you literally cannot feel much pain, although everyone has a different pain tolerance. This was my first time getting shading done as well, but because of Gio I honestly did not feel the pain one bit. He will also talk to you like he's your friend which is so nice because it honestly makes you forget that you're getting inked on. I am always going to come here to get my tattoo done! I do recommend you get your tattoo done by Gio, he's so amazing and talented!!

    Tattoo done by Rafael
    Stephanie E.

    Everyone at this shop were WONDERFUL! My sister and I care for a walk-in and they helped us right away and understood exactly what we wanted, and brought it to life. You can tell it is a very collaborative and supportive space for the artists (which isn't common in tattoo studios in my experience) which made our experience even better!

    Fresh cicada tattoo (with clear bandage still on) done by Jonathan
    Emily B.

    I walked in today without an appointment and was immediately welcomed in by the artists. The environment in the shop was relaxed and very friendly. I was asked what I was thinking of getting and when I told them I wanted a cicada tattoo (which I honestly expected a bit of a chuckle from them) and they really hyped me up and made the whole experience so much fun. Jonathan put so much time into drawing my tattoo with all of my references in mind and asked me tons of questions about different elements of the tattoo I wanted included. I had a few ideas before going in but was completely blown away by how much detail and effort he took to make it exactly what I wanted. He made sure I was comfortable and really took the time to make sure I didn't feel rushed or anxious. The tattoo came out absolutely beautiful and was perfect in ways that I couldn't have imagined beforehand. I would highly recommend going here and will definitely be back! The clear bandage is on in the picture because I was pretty red directly after getting it due to my sensitive skin. I can't wait to see all of the details come in more as it heals!

    The shop is a diamond in the rough. It felt like family because everyone treated us like family-- the business is even ran with a mom and a pop. Very attentive, clean, professional, and gifted artists. Any changes that needed to be done, they were very flexible, creative, and patient. We will definitely go back again!

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    Raphael and all the staff are so wonderful and nice! Timely appointments, fair quotes, and they love what they do

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    I got my first tattoo from here (The roses in the pictures). Amazing artist and such a nice guy!

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