I had an absolutely lovely experience with Emily Wynne (She goes by Wynningtattoos), at this shop. The shop is tucked into a strip mall and is near a dog training place? You'll hear the puppy borks before going it. I thought it was cute. It is nice and clean there, and I had no issues getting checked in. I am not from Atlanta, but I really liked Emily's style and was going to be in ATL for a concert. I sent her what I wanted, a simple palm sized symbol I wanted on my hip, and she showed me a couple of designs. I picked one and we were quick to get started. She had no problems repositioning my stencil after I changed my mind. It was exactly how you want your appointment to go. In addition to being super communicative and easy to work with, she had the lightest hands I've ever experienced. Easy line pulls and as little pain I've ever felt. It was almost magical. It's been almost a month and my tat is healed up lovely. read more

Had a piece done a couple weeks ago and I could not be happier. Theo did the piece, and it is just flawless. The art is amazing and the application just perfect. Theo is a great artist and an awesome person. He was great to work with and the studio vibe is great. I'm excited to schedule my next piece with Theo. read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Alucard tattoos. - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Got my first tattoo a few weeks ago and the experience was amazing. Vibe is chill, fun, and family. Ziro was phenomenal. If this hadn't been a spontaneous event, I would have researched for an artist just like him. He's got a great attention to detail, knowledgeable about tattoos and care, and great personality (especially if you like sarcasm). I loved the experience so much that I booked a 2nd appointment. read more

Awesome job! I was set up with two artists to collaborate on one piece. And so far so good! My first artist is working on a floral design. Emily Wynn! She's amazing. She is very open to suggestion and even let me choose a lot of the colors! Her strengths are shading, being approachable/friendly, and she apparently great with floral. Update to come when I start my geometric art. read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Floral Tattoo Sleeve - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

My boyfriend recommended me this shop since he got a couple of his tattoos done here before. After taking a look at Tez work on Instagram (@cosmic_cap) I decided that I wanted to get my first tattoo with him and I'm not disappointed at all. I stopped by the shop and described what I wanted. He gave me a price which I have to say it's better than all the places I asked around before, and then we proceeded to make an appointment. There's a $50 deposit for the appointments but it goes toward your tattoo final price. Tez was awesome. He was very gentle and made sure I didn't freak out at first. My tattoo took about 4 hours while my boyfriends only 1 hour. He made sure we got breaks in between and everything else we needed. I even got to watch my favorite movie while I was there (mulan, lol). He did an incredible job with my design. I wanted to get sunflowers, and the Death Eater Mark from Harry Potter at the same time. I know I sounded crazy for a lot of people but that's what I wanted and it came out great. Most of my boyfriends tattoos are anime related so it's also great that he knows about all this stuff. He's tattooed on him the cursed mark from Naruto and Ban's Fox from Seven Deadly Sins. The store in general is amazing. As soon as you step in you can see all the trophies they've won as well as fantastic wall art. This shop is also EXTREMELY clean. Like wow. I'm never going anywhere else. ESPAÑOL Mi novio me recomendó esta tienda ya que antes se había hecho un par de sus tatuajes aquí. Después de echar un vistazo al trabajo de Tez en Instagram (@cosmic_cap) decidí que quería hacerme mi primer tatuaje con él y no estoy decepcionada en absoluto. Pasé por la tienda y describí lo que quería. Me dio un precio que tengo que decir que es mejor que todos los lugares que pregunté antes, y luego procedimos a hacer una cita. Hay un depósito de $ 50 para las citas, pero va hacia el precio final de su tatuaje. Tez fue increíble. Él fue muy amable y se aseguró de que no me asustara al principio. Mi tatuaje duró aproximadamente 4 horas mientras que mis novios solo 1 hora. Se aseguró de que tuviéramos descansos en medio y todo lo demás que necesitábamos. Incluso pude ver mi película favorita mientras estuve allí (mulan, jajaja). Hizo un trabajo increíble con mi diseño. Quería obtener girasoles y la marca del mortífago de Harry Potter al mismo tiempo. Sé que sonaba loco para mucha gente, pero eso es lo que quería y me salió muy bien. La mayoría de los tatuajes de mis novios están relacionados con el anime, así que también es bueno que él sepa todo esto. Él ha tatuado en él la marca maldita de Naruto y Ban's Fox de Seven Deadly Sins. La tienda en general es increíble. Tan pronto como entras puedes ver todos los trofeos que han ganado, así como el arte de la pared. Esta tienda también es extremadamente limpia. Nunca voy a ir a ningún otro lugar. read more

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Okay, so after almost 8 years of contemplating my next tattoo, yesterday I had an impulsive moment and decided to pull the trigger. And when I mean impulse, meaning I decided and called Golden Anchor Tattoo and was there within the hour. When I called the staff was very pleasant and I spoke to an artist (who I now know as Tez) about doing a walk in for a fairly simple Zodiac tattoo. Be aware that they do take walk-ins but I recommend calling ahead because these artists are all amazing and more than likely have appointments scheduled. Upon entering the establishment I noticed the many awards and how CLEAN it was. Not to mention everyone was professional, and aside from the buzzing noise of the tattoo gun it was almost.... peaceful. and that's when I knew that I was in the right place. Honestly, shout out to Tez. He was super helpful, super patient and worked with me to execute my mini vision. I only have one other tattoo, and it's not a super big piece, so at one point I was worried about size. I appreciated his recommendations and he was happy to help me get the stencil to the size I wanted. The actual tattoo didn't take too long, and let's be real: nobody comes to get a tattoo expecting an absolutely painless process. But when I tell you Tez's hand isn't too heavy and he makes you feel comfortable throughout. He's really quite nice LOL. Overall I had a wonderful experience at Golden Anchor, and I love my tattoo. I can't wait to be back again! read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - My tattoo done by Tez! - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Emily is everything I've been looking for in a tattoo artist! She prioritizes making her clients comfortable and is very professional when it comes to listening and working with personalized requests, plus her floral watercolor style is absolutely beautiful! One thing about this shop is their emphasis on social media so let your artist know if you're uncomfortable with pictures or videos being taken. read more

I got my first tattoo as a walk-in with Julius and he did a great job! I was in and out in about 30 minutes and felt welcomed into shop.

Great artist here! Great service! Clean and welcoming! After extensive research, I decided to come here. Everyone here is good, but I decided to go with Bryson. He is super attentive and was easy to book. I will be back. From a lot of the people I see come through here, many are repeat customers. That's always a good sign. read more

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Love, love, looooove this place! Very spacious, bright, clean, comfortable and super friendly staff. The vibe & energy makes getting a tattoo comfortable and an overall great experience. If you're looking for a place THIS is it--I promise you'll have no regrets; the artists are so talented you'll definately find the style and idea you've been imagining. **Emily was my artist...I'd been following her IG for a while while still searching around but I always came back to her work. Her work is perfection. I'm so glad I found her--she made the whole time comfortable and time flew by. I'm already figuring out my next piece with her. I'd give more than 5 stars if I could. Check them out!! read more

Little confused and quite honestly hurt.. but maybe I'm overthinking. A couple months ago I wanted another tattoo done by Emily because I loved her work and my tattoo looked amazing and I still love it. The website says she still worked there so I proceeded to email her again to book another tattoo appointment with her. And she never responded. I waited for a week because I know artists can get super busy, but she just never responded. Same thing happened to my friend who I recommended this place to. And she went to Emily also, she got one tattoo done with Emily and then my friend wanted another tattoo with Emily and Emily never responded. I wanted to call the shop and ask if I did something wrong to piss her off? I tipped well and it was my first tattoo so I was obviously nervous but she did an amazing job. I want more tattoos in the future probably . I was thinking she could be the tattoo artist for me. But I don't know what happened. Feeling disappointed :( read more

BEST PLACE EVER! I have walked into the shop multiple times within the last two months and every time I leave I'm beyond impressed and happy. I did a lot of research on the top tattoo shops in the Atlanta area and after weeks of stalking I was so happy with my choice that I got a second tattoo a month and half later and my fiancé even went to the same artist to get his done 3 weeks after my initial one. Now a few of our friends are making plans to come to the same place to get a piece done. Tez was our artist and we absolutely love him. We're even thinking about making a special trip back so my fiancé can get his second one done. EVERYONE that works inside the shop has phenomenal talent. A lot of the artist were booked months or weeks in advance so I wouldn't wait last minute but you definitely get what you paid for and it's worth the wait! When you walk in it's a wall full of awards from those who work in the shop which clearly shows their level of talent and they're VERY clean. I have nothing but high praises for this place, I'd give it an extra star if I could. read more

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Cosmic Cap did my last tattoo in GA for me, my sister and God sister/ cousin. We wanted to get matching tats to signify our bond. I didn't want to just put anything on me. They suggested stars, hearts (No and hell No)I thought for awhile and came up with something of meaning. We come from a long line of strong women and my Great Grandmother was a Tiano woman. She was super strong, raised 12 children and grandchildren. She was super strict but crazy loving. The type to beat you for refusing your food but take plates and coats to random homeless people because she felt so bad for them. She migrated to America from Puerto Rico so she wasn't really an immigrant being that PR is commonwealth of the USA. However, she knew no English only Spanish and came up here with $3.50 and 3 kids by herself. She never went on public assistance. She taught herself and her children English and whatever she needed to happen she made it happen! Inspirational to say the least. Tiano images popped in my head and I recalled how much she loved the Coqui (PR tiny frog) I googled a few images and found the perfect Tiano Coqui. They loved the idea and we took it to this shop. They priced it at $70 a piece and my sister and I got Tez. My Godsister had another artist. A lady that I can't recall her name. Tez was Dope. His swag style and convo was on point. True southern gentleman charm. My sister and him were talking music and art and when he tatted me we talked life and growing pains. His transparency was beautiful. His work was skilled and quick. We got black and white tats but next time I visit my God sister, I am going back to throw a water color backsplash on my tat. I'll be looking forward to working with him again. read more

Came in to get a tattoo as a spur of the moment decision and I'm in love with the way it came out! Customer service was so good! I dropped by about 10 minutes before closing and they still let me get a last minute tattoo. Shop was super clean and really chill vibe. Bryce did my tattoo and he was awesome! Got the sizing, lettering, and placement perfectly. It's been about 2 months now and it's healed really nicely. Really pleased with how it came out! read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I've been wanting a tattoo for two years and Golden Anchor came through with flying color! I'm coming back next week for another tattoo. Very friendly staff. read more

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I got my first tattoo done here by Emily! She's AMAZING!! I was a little nervous coming in because I didn't know what to expect, but she made the process as comfortable and pain free as possible. There was no awkward silences, she's super into making the customer feel welcome, and the results were fantastic! I've been getting compliments from everyone, saying that my tattoo is super detailed and gorgeous. She's definitely my permanent tattoo artist, and I'll be coming back for more! read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Meaningful Rose tattoo on the right forearm done by Emily - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I have to rave about Emily Wynn, the female artist who has reinvigorated my love of tats. She created such a friendly atmosphere and really cared about making sure the product was going to make me happy. She did multiple mock-ups and took the time to talk with me about different elements. She has mad skills as an artist. Her touch was so light I could have dozed in some places (not the shoulder blade of course). I am never going anywhere else and I am looking forward to adding to my piece. Thanks Emily! read more

Theo did a cover up for me and I absolutely love it! I found this place based on YELP reviews. I had absolutely no clue of what I wanted only random ideas. Theo was extremely professional, accommodating and attentive. He listened to all my wants and incorporated it into his design. Extremely patient and responded promptly to my text. An amazing experience and I will definitely be seeing him again. read more

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Tez was awesome! Keep in mind people that you cannot always walk-in and expect to be able to get a tattoo right away, especially if it requires sketching and tweaking. Tez was booked for the week, so I was able to schedule for the Monday after. There's a $50 deposit to book an appointment, and it goes towards your final payment. When I got there, he got to me right away! He made some final sketch adjustments, pasted the outline on my arm, and then got started. It was a pretty smooth process. He took about 2 very short breaks during the 3 hour time-frame. It was $100/hr so $300 for a rose piece on my upper arm that's probably about 5-6 inches long and wide, with color. I recommend bringing earphones so you can listen to music or watch netflix while you sit back. I'll definitely be back to add some more with Tez! read more

I went and saw spike at golden anchor! He took me last minute and did an AMAZING tattoo on me. Was super sweet the whole time even though i was nervous, and fixed up an old tat of mine as well. He also walked me to my car which was very much appreciated ! Love the tattoo read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

It was my first time there, my friend recommended I check out their shop! Emily was amazing! She really made sure I was comfortable with the way I was sitting while getting tattooed. We were tucked away in a little room and they had a television that they allowed me to control. Felt like a dental visit but had a blast anyways! Emily did such an amazing job on my piece and was very light handed, probably one of the least painful tattoos I have gotten and it was on my elbow. Check out the filler bees she did for me and her IG! She's already a badass at tattoos and she's only just started her career! Support the talent! read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I recently received a tattoo by Cristian and absolutely love it! From the moment we met and discussed my tattoo design, he was extremely helpful, insightful and a great listener. I was able to send him pictures of what I had in mind before my actual appointment. The day of my appointment he was extremely patient and thorough in sharing his design and ensuring it was placed exactly where I wanted. He made a few tweaks to the image with no problem! I had not had a new tattoo is almost 10 years and was so excited to find him and this shop! It did not hurt nearly as much as I had anticipated and he got it just right! I can't wait to see him for my next one. His design work and aesthetic are fantastic. I highly recommend him and his shop which was also very warm and cozy as well. I am totally a satisfied and happy customer. Great customer service!! "D" read more

Professional, clean, and great tattoo work! Bryson was my tattoo artist and he did a great job! I highly recommend! Going back soon!

If I could give this place 10 stars I would. First of all, this tattoo shop is CLEAN. Like, you could eat off the floor clean. If you're neurotic like I am, you will love this place. Second of all, the owner Theo is not only an incredibly humble and intelligent guy, but he is a mind-blowing artist. He takes his time, making sure his tattoos are perfect. But the thing I think I appreciate most about Theo is that he isn't the walking ego that you find in a lot of really talented tattoo artists. I asked him to tweak a part of the font in my tattoo and it didn't phase him or upset him at all. Not only did my husband and I get two ULTRA reasonably-priced tattoos that we love today, but we sincerely enjoyed the time we spent with Theo. We were using these small pieces to see how we liked Theo, and now we are both talking about doing huge back pieces. There is no better testament than that! If you're thinking about getting a tattoo, I highly recommend Golden Anchor, and Theo in specific (although I witnessed Tino's work today, and he is amazing too). read more

I list my beloved cat Tux and decided to honor him with a tattoo. Pastel was amazing! Not only was she understanding,she is also very talented! The joint was clean and busy! I will definitely be going back for my future tattoos. read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I Love the tats I got here. Emily Wynne was my artist and she was super professional and accommodating. Everyone was super friendly and talented. The space was clean, welcoming, and comfortable. I highly recommend. read more

This tattoo parlor is really nice when you walk in. Theo was extremely accommodating when I first walked in for my appointment all the way until the very end. He made what felt like would be an uncomfortable experience a wonderful one. Not only did he do a good job with the tattoo I wanted, he also continued checking on me to make sure it was tolerable as this was my first tattoo. He gave clear and concise instructions regarding the after care process. With all that being said, I will definitely be back for a second tattoo (when I feel brave enough again lol) and he'll be the one I want to do it! Thank you so much! read more

Love this place, the staff are all super helpful and care about the artwork you get. Not to mention there pricing is very reasonable. I'll continue to recommend this place to anybody as I already have brought all my friends here for there next piece. read more

Excellent work. They do beautiful art. Very friendly; make you feel comfortable. Did not have to wait long to get in the chair. Highly recommended! read more

My man Theo did an excellent job on my tattoo. He made it look even better than the design that I picked out. It was my first tat, and he was super professional and made the process so easy. The salon itself is super clean, and you even get to watch either a movie or youtube on the ipads that they provide. Thats a very nice touch and it makes the time go by extremely quick. Theo is the man in Atl to get a tat from. If you are new to this or nervous (which I wasn't), he will settle you down fast and you will be super comfortable getting a tattoo from him. I was amazed at the entire experience here and will definitely be back if I decide to get another. read more

Amazing! Thank you Theo for bringing my vision to life through ink! I'm very grateful and happy! T. R. Wilson read more

This is a great establishment and I have been getting tattoos from them for years. They are clean, professional and do quality work. My tattoo artist is Theo Walker check his work out on his Instagram page (@artninjatheo) or come see his portfolio in person. I recommend setting up and appointment because this shop gets booked because of how good they are. If you want your first tattoo or are a tattoo veteran I definitely recommend Golden Anchor! read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Front of the shop - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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My wife had been fantasizing about a tattoo she wanted for YEARS but because it was her first tattoo there was a lot of fear and hesitation to make that first step. So, this year, for her birthday, I decided that I'd set her up with a tattoo appointment as a surprise. Now, this plan of mine could've turned out VERY badly for many different reasons but thank goodness I found Golden Anchor Tattoos! A week before my wife's birthday, I started sending messages to various tattoo parlors, some of them responded and some did not. But as soon as I contacted Golden Anchor, the owner of the shop, Theo, responded within minutes! From reading reviews, I noticed that Golden Anchor was a very new establishment (having just opened in March 2016) which made me slightly nervous. I wanted someplace that had a long, tried and true reputation for my wife's first tattoo. But, I decided to check out the review they did have and to check out their designs on Instagram and I was very impressed! However, the thing that really stuck out to me was the quick response I got from Theo and the thorough way in which he answered all my questions. He gave me an appointment time on the day I chose and he even gave me his personal cell number so that I could ask any other questions I had before the appointment. That kind of customer service goes an incredibly long way. I also loved the fact that he wasn't shy about quoting me a price so that I could know exactly what to expect. I realize this can sometimes be tricky when it comes to artwork and I won't expect it every time but for this small and simple tattoo there was no need to beat around the bush and I appreciated that. When we arrived, my wife's eyes nearly popped out of her head; she had no idea I'd planned this and her nerves immediately started to get the best of her before we even made it out of the car. I did my best to reassure her that there was nothing to be worried about and I hoped that I was right. Once we entered the shop, we were greeted by another artist and then joined by Theo who already had my wife's sketches done and ready for her to view. Even though I'd told what my wife wanted beforehand (to the best of my memory), he went ahead and had about five slightly different designs drawn out so that she would have options. I thought that was absolutely GREAT! Once she chose what she wanted, Theo disappeared for about five minutes so that he could sketch it to her specifications. While we waited for him, we sat in the clean, comfy waiting room and watched part of a Netflix documentary on Muhammad Ali (very ironic since he passed away today, almost exactly one week later. RIP to the GREATEST!). Once the sketch was done, it was time to get started. Once again, the work area was very clean and sterile and Theo took time to wipe everything down making sure that everything was sanitized. What I loved most about the tattoo area was that there were tablets available for customers to watch while the artist works if they so choose. The tablets sit in an adjustable stand so that the customer can move it around if need be. How cool! The walls were covered in beautiful artwork and I enjoyed looking at it all. While Theo worked on my wife we chatted a bit...I have a feeling he was trying to distract her by keeping her talking and it worked like a charm. He also told us a little about his experience and where the name Golden Anchor Tattoo comes from (he wanted a classic name that could stand the test of time and also the anchor is one of the most popular symbols in tattoo art and has been for many years). My wife said she hardly felt any pain during the whole "procedure" and that Theo was very gentle. Once he was done, we paid a very reasonable price and my wife left extremely satisfied with her very first tattoo. All and All, both the shop, and the owner Theo, really exceeded my expectations. He went above and beyond to ensure that my surprise went off well and that my wife's first tattoo was a pleasant experience. I hope as the shop undoubtedly becomes more popular, they will keep their same standards of cleanliness, speed, professionalism, affordable pricing, beautiful artwork and great customer service. I will be back to get my second tattoo very soon and my wife--the tattoo virgin until just recently--is ALREADY contemplating where she wants her next TWO! Thanks Theo and thanks GAT for a wonderful experience! Sidenote** I was sad to hear that I missed their grand opening where they gave free anchor tattoos as a promotion, but Theo informed me that they'll have another, "anchor day" in the near future. Sidenote** GAT accepts walk-ins but if you can, reach out to them beforehand so they know to expect you and have your sketch ready to go when you get there. read more

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Recently my brother past away and I wanted to inherit one of his tattoos. Did a lot of research and came across the works of Tino. He did a great job on my tattoo. The attention to details were on point and actually better than the original :) Very trustworthy. read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Love this place and I will be back for my other tattoos. Tez did an amazing job on my tattoo and the rest of the crew was great. Great experience and I will recommend them to anyone I know I need of a tattoo. read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - I love how my tattoo came out. - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Theo and Cristian did an AMAZING job on my two tattoos! They are very beautiful and well done. They did a great job of helping me relax and feel comfortable. The vibe of the entire shop is laid back and fun. All the artists clearly take pride in their work, and I highly recommend everyone here! read more

I received my first tattoo from Auggie and he was patient with me when deciding on a design, and was very light handed. It is the day after, and my tattoo isn't even swollen. All in all, great experience. read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I set an appointment with this place and gave a deposit over a month ago and the artist decided to wait until the day of my appointment to tell me he doesn't think he is capable of fulfilling my design idea even though I told him at consultation I was flexible on the design and wanted his artistic viewpoint in the design. I took off work for this appointment... what a waste. read more

I was SO scared since this was my first tattoo. Theo asked me what I was looking for and I told him I'm looking for a finger initial tattoo. He stated he doesn't do finger tattoos so I opted for my other choice which was an OM symbol on my wrist. I emailed him the image I found online and he stenciled it on. The first time it wasn't placed in the middle so he erased it and placed it on again. I'm giving it a 4 star because the music was way too loud and I was exposed in the room to another tattoo artist who was tattooing another woman. Other than that - I love my to first tattoo! read more

Golden Anchor Tattoo - My first tattoo! Enlightenment at its finest. - Tattoo Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I'm giving 2 stars for the work I saw online and the quick response of the business. However from the start things weren't going right with the artist I chose. I actually had to email the business twice because there was no response from the artist to make sure they gave me the correct info. I'm a nurse and I work night shift so I value my daylight hours more than most. Scheduling a consultation would have been quite easy if the artist was able to communicate productively. If your in a session (idk if he was but just saying) wait til it's finished to communicate waiting a day, 2, 3 or 4 hours between text is a bit extra just to set up a consultation. Then the day of consultation stating less than an hour before meeting I'm not at the shop is extremely unprofessional. I live an hour away But at another appt so I just wasted time til he got back to me. I was able to meet with the artist 3 hours later we had about a 10 min consultation. He changed a major piece of the tattoo. Idk if he felt he couldn't do it or what but I started to feel like it wasn't going to work. The vibe was bad but I put a $40 deposit down just in case I could see his image later because I wanted the piece done badly and ASAP. However the more I thought about it and talked it over I decided it was best to go somewhere else. It wasn't the price because I'm now paying double per session to get exactly what I asked for and a different level of professionalism from the start. It was completely about the piece, respect, and professionalism. This is permanent and to large to make mistakes. He could have passed to another artist in the shop and I would have been ok with that it happens. Also I was asking for a large piece but I was giving artistic freedom to the details so I would have understood if he passed. This isn't the first artist I've talked to but it's definitely the first and only shop I have to leave a negative review about because this could have been avoided and my time would not have been wasted. My advice is to have a shop manager to follow up on all inquiries customer service goes a long way. read more