To start, I will say that Kore was fabulous while tattooing. She made it a great, calm atmosphere…read moreand a pleasant experience. However, everything before the needle hit my skin was anywhere from awkward to intimidating. I got my tattoo in May 2010. When I first came in, I had never had a tattoo or talked to any shop about them. I gave the front desk man an idea of what I wanted and asked what I should expect for price. He said he couldn't give me an estimate. Even ballpark? Not really. So I had no idea where to go from there. He told me I could make an appointment and that once it was drawn I could get a better idea. I assumed that this was just how it was... so I gave the deposit and left feeling uncertain. When I got to the appointment, I sat with Kore and we drew out my idea. I had a very rough sketch with me. She stuck to my sketch a more than creating her own interpretation. She questioned a lot of my suggestions which it made it hard to be persistent about what I wanted. Like I said, the tattooing process was great, and we had some nice chitchat during the session. I came back a couple months later because my mom had pointed out (since my tattoo is on my back I can't see it super well) that some areas were a bit more "faded" than others, just not completely uniform, so I went in to ask about a touch-up. Pretty standard procedure. The guy at the front desk told me it didn't look faded. I had nothing to retort, since I can't see it and point to where it was. So I have a slightly faded looking tattoo. Overall, she's a good artist, but I would have appreciated a little more support and graciousness. I was 18 and it was my first tattoo, maybe it was my age that made them question me, but it really didn't help me get the best tattoo I could have gotten. That being said, I don't regret my tattoo.

Wow, this is where I got my first tattoo when I was 18! I went with a friend as moral support, and…read morein one of the only moments of impulsiveness and spontaneity in my life, I made an appointment for a couple days later. It wasn't wholly unplanned though -- I knew what (a sun) and where (outer bicep) I wanted it. I'd been mulling over the idea for about six months after my high school BF drew a sun on my arm and I liked it so much I didn't wash it off. I have no idea who tattooed me, but I learned a lesson: if you don't request a specific artist, you will get the lowest ranking artist able/willing to do the tattoo; and if you have a very simple design, such as a basic black sun, you will probably get the apprentice. I don't mind my sun 15 years later, but now that I know a few things about tats, I can see the line work is poor and it scarred/raised after it healed. Oh well, first tattoos are rarely good tattoos. I will give the artist credit for improving upon the rough sketch I brought in. Anyways, Tatus by Kore is now a well established shop, having been in the same location for 20 years. Impressive! The website states they do only custom work. I assume this means they don't have any flash, which is the way to go, IMO. Also, I know my friend chose this shop because it's woman friendly and owned. In a male - dominated field, I think it's important to have a place where women can feel safe, welcome, and comfortable. I doubt I'd ever return to Tatus by Kore but if you want getting a tattoo to be more of a spiritual experience, this just may be the shop for you. Deposit required. Credit cards accepted but there's a 10% service fee. Great Uptown location.

Went in on Saturday 8/22 for my first bigger tattoo and the experience from start to finish was…read moreincredible. Cam took my vision from two images and created a piece that is better than I dreamed. I cannot speak highly enough about how the time leading up to my appointment and the appointment itself. I will absolutely see Cam again, and I have already emailed them about potentially adding more to the design. Of course, her feedback and opinion is what I will trust.

This place rocks. Jaye (at reception) got us in quickly for…read morea joint appointment (Heated Rivalry tattoos, IYKYK) and matched us with the perfect artists. Madison and Kendall were our artists, and they both took such good care of us. This is easily the best tattoo shop I have ever been in (and I've been to quite a few). Great work, great accommodations for any of our needs, great vibes all around, and a staple of the community. I booked a second appointment before leaving the studio. Thank you, Jackalope!

I got my double helix pierced here as a walk in and had a great experience! Quick and well-done…read more They are healing well too. Done by a witty guy but I can't remember his name .

I love Canvas tattoo so much. Derek is my favorite person to pierce my face , I trust him with my…read morelife. great atmosphere and the owner JJ is very nice. I recommend this place to anyone in need of a tattoo or a piercing.

Very welcoming staff. Requested a tattoo in memory of my deceased love of my life. Matt did an…read moreamazing job. The quality of his work is undeniable. The vibe is laid back and eclectic. Definitely going to refer people. Tagged on Facebook. Can't say enough good stuff.

$100 deposit goes towards your tattoo. Our artist, Sam, was…read moreamazing and very professional. The studio is open and airy and very clean. If I am back in Minneapolis, I will definitely stop back in if I'm looking for new ink. Definitely visit this tattoo studio in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Such a great experience! This was my first tattoo and I felt so comfortable every step of the way…read more Jers took the image in my brain and made it a reality, and he did it so quickly! It took just a couple hours for the design and tattoos for both myself and my friend. This was about five weeks ago, the tattoos have healed beautifully and I completely understand why people get addicted to this! Definitely won't be my last visit here.

This was SUCH a good experience! Came in for a contra conch (we are now calling it a Flonch) and…read moreworked with Kalei who is AMAZING. She was incredibly patient, calm, and helpful even when I took forever to choose my jewelry. I got to lay down for my piercing which is always a plus, and I was surprised at how painless it was. The entire shop has such a cool vibe and it smells great. Definitely one of the better piercing experiences I've had (and I've had a lot!) *Make sure you read the forms they send when you sign. It's important you arrive on time for your appointment!

Thought I'd book an appointment with Kalei Bumatai since she pierced my ears in the past. I picked…read morethe last appointment of the day and ended up running a bit behind and called. I was told you forfeited your deposit so you can come back and pay a new deposit! I said what about using it towards jewelry? NO! They absolutely did NOT try and work with me.. even when wanting to purchase jewelry. Went elsewhere..same day with EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!

I've always marveled at the beauty of henna tattoos. When I was in grade school I received the…read moreScholastic magazines. You know what I'm talking about. They mostly offered books and learning tools, but every once in a while they would have purely fun items. One of them was a do-it-yourself henna kit. Naturally, a deal like that was too good to be true. The dye didn't stay and it looked cheap. I was crushed. It's been over a decade and I'm still scarred from the experience. All I wanted was the beautiful burnt sienna dye to fall elegantly across my arms, or legs, or hands, or back - the options were endless. So with the coaxing of my friends, I coughed up the $25 and got a decent-sized ethnic inspired tat across the length of my forearm. It was gorgeous. I couldn't be happier. It reminded me of Bulgaria and had me contemplating if I should get the real deal. Depending on the placement and how well you take care of it, the temporary tribal lasts anywhere from days to weeks. I had mine for about two weeks. It looked fresh and clean for the first and started to fade during the second. I could have easily kept it around for three weeks, but I was a little lazy.

You cannot help but notice Deena's booth at fairs and shows.......a great harem-like feel with real…read moreartists at work inside. Hundreds of designs are there for your browsing, but don't be afraid to give them an idea, and then allow for creative license. Once the design is done, there are high powered fans to help dry the paste all the way. Finally, a layer of mod podge is placed over the dry design to seal it on for maximum staying power. I LOVE when people go the extra mile! Thanks to Deena and Bryce, I have two beautifully decorated hands that I will enjoy for a good long while. There is a calendar on the business' web site listing out where they will be and when. They also do house calls! Love that! Thanks, Sole Shine!

Love my tattoo by Andy!!! Save the freaking Bees. Super detailed and reminds me of how important…read morethey are to all of us.

Had an appointment with Juice for a large, 6-hour session. Asked before the appointment if i could…read morestep out and take a 5-10 minute call, and Juice said that it will mess up her whole day and I had to cancel. When inquiring to reschedule, got confirmed for 3 weeks out only to get a passive aggressive message later canceling my appointment and lecturing me about "wasting her valuable time". Unreasonably unaccommodating, especially considering I wasn't the one to cancel the first appointment.