This will be a long review, but it's definitely worth reading. 5 years ago (at a different tattoo…read moreshop, Skinsations in Kingsport TN) I was absolutely butchered. I began a full sleeve and had several pieces placed and then moved on to water colors as the background. The "artist" I went to did a good job on the multiple pieces, and said he could absolutely do water colors as the background. Once the session began I noticed it wasn't getting better, but he assured me to trust the process. After 5 sessions and arrived for my 6th I was very concerned as my arm looked like a child may have polka dotted me from top to bottom. He wanted to begin on the back of my arm first and it just so happened another artist walked by and said "what is that?". My so called artist said "I'm doing a spin off on her elbow." Guess what? I had no idea he was doing circles around my elbow. I immediately made him stop and I left. For the past 5 years I have been wearing nothing but long sleeve shirts because I was so embarrassed of my arm. I found a few other tattoo shops along the way that said they couldn't fix it unless we lightened the background and I wanted it black. No one would help me so I gave up because I really thought no tattoo shop in the tri cities was worth their salt. So, this past summer while on vacation, I was in 100 degrees wearing long sleeve, so I gave it another go at a shop in Gray TN. I was completely hosed. I went in for a 2 hour session and Chelsey. the "artist" got up multiple times and left me sitting. she had to get a drink, she had to get a table that someone was dropping off...etc.... she charged me for the full 2 hours when it was like 30 minutes. I was done! I let another season pass and I could not take it anymore. I found Little Chicago and I decided this would be my last attempt. it was my last attempt because my arm is now almost 100% complete and beautiful all because of an artist named Raven. I cannot believe how much she has changed this arm and it's truly a masterpiece. I am so excited to be back in short sleeve shirts and my confidence level is so high because of her work. Please, take this advice, if you really care about how your tattoos are going to look, you really should contact Raven at Little Chicago. Melissa

Got my conch pierced here with Cammie and it went wonderful. She was very kind to me and helped…read morecalm my nerves. Was clean, kind, and professional. Would definitely come back here too. Dave was also very kind and professional. Note that it is cash only here for the most part but they do have an atm on site.

My friends and I went in for piercings. Jess checked my anatomy and told me that a septum piercing…read morewould not work, so I got my second nostril instead. She was honest and professional, and she took a lot of time to make sure my piercings were symmetrical. My friend got her lobes done and they also turned out great. The price was very reasonable.

Yesterday my boyfriend and I walked in to Ink-a-zoid and we were able to wait for an artist to do…read moreour tattoos. THEY CAME OUT WONDERFUL!! We couldn't be happier with the results. Lena did mine and I will definitely be going back to her for more. Kristen did my boyfriends and even though she's an apprentice right now she did an amazing job!! 10/10 recommend

Stumbled on this place downtown while visiting , they had quick walk in service & friendly staff…read more Dave was super professional & efficient from start to finish. Overall a great first tattoo experience!

I got a tattoo here during a $50 flash sale and it was great! It was my first tattoo and I felt as…read morecomfortable as I possibly could here and the staff were pretty friendly. The tattoo was really cute and the artist did a great job and I'm proud to have it!

I decided on a whim to finally get a piercing that I've been putting off for years. My nose! I also…read morewanted my belly button done but wasn't sure if I could afford both this week based on what another shop quoted me. It was 15 dollars cheaper for one, and then when I actually arrived to decide which one I was given a great deal to do both for only $5 more than what the other shop was going to charge me for one. Super fast and brad also made sure I felt very comfortable. And although I won't lie and say the nose didn't hurt, it didn't last long and I love the way he kept me focused on something else. I will def return for any more piercings. It was also my 1st time sober having one done! So thank you for the great experience!! Thanks Brad again!!

Only ever gone to get pierced by Brian. I did set up an appointment for tattoo but then that artist…read moreup and left and went mia on me, but the shop called and gave me my deposit back which wasn't expected but awesome. Idk much about any of the artists tbh Quality piercings and jewelry used, passes vibe check.

They did a tatto on my forearm and made it way too dark where you'd have to look at it close to see…read morewhat it is. would never go back there again.

I have a few tattoos at this point, and my goal is to go to different tattoo studios for each one…read more By far the best place I have been is Jinx Proof. The building has a nice atmosphere. You can tell that the artists enjoy what they do. The day I got it done, I was actually the only one there, and the other employees came by as I was getting it done, and each gave their opinions on it. Each of them were super friendly. If I ever become a regular at a studio, it will be JinxProof

Stay away from this place. I would've given this dump no…read morestars if the app had that option. These morons are unprofessional and completely immature at best. The owner holds personal grudges against people who refuse to kiss his ass and will refuse service for just such a reason. He lost a business his gf started for him on the other side of town, in early 2000's due to doing drug transactions on the premises. In addition none of the people tattooing there does professional, quality work.

I would get chris to tattoo me anyday he did good quality work and made me feel comfortable, cool…read moreman and even better tattooer, i cant speak for anyone else who works there