Angel Hands Ink is truly the best tattoo studio!(I love it here)…read more The owners Doug and Ronnie are truly the best. They are always welcoming and truly give the best customer service. I have been working with Doug and I appreciate how creative he is. I always let him design my tattoos and they come out looking 10 times better than the reference photo. If you are looking for authentic,creative style and artists who truly love their work and clients.. Angel Hands Ink is the only option!

I drove eight hours, I was given reference from a family member about this shop. I'm so happy I…read moremade the drive. The owner Doug, and a few of the artists in the shop that day were Ali and Bre. They were all super helpful making sure that the artwork I wanted was perfect. They made some color adjustments and placement adjustments that worked out the best for my new tattoos. I walked in planning to get one new tattoo, I left with three. Ali has an amazing hand, very light handed compared to any other tattoo I have ever received. I will absolutely make the 8 Hour Dr. to go back multiple times to see Ali,Doug and the rest of the crew.

​From the moment I walked into Authentic Tattoo Company, I was met with a warm greeting and a…read moregenuine smile, which immediately set a great tone for the session. I was back to work with Jason Dugan to finally finish up my back piece, and once again, he managed to completely exceed my expectations. I went in with one idea of how the tattoo was going to come out, but after giving Jason some general guidelines, he expanded on the concept to make it even better than I could have hoped for. ​The final result is truly breathtaking, and looking at the finished photos, the level of imagery and color depth is just astounding. The entire piece flows seamlessly, anchored in the center by that incredible Tree of Life design where the spine itself transforms into the trunk. The vertebral segments are defined perfectly, emerging from fiery, saturated red roots and branching out into that massive, vibrant green canopy spreading across my shoulders. On the left side, the female Harlequin face is hyper-detailed, her mask and complex neck ruff filled with deep, rich violets and crimsons that absolutely pop. The smaller, mischievous puppet she is holding balances perfectly with the figure on the right: the skeleton knight in full blue plate armor. Jason expertly detailed the armored suit, making the steel-blue plating and the bold red cross on the chest plate look distinct, balancing the 'carnival' vibe on one side with the 'martial/undead' vibe on the other. Every element is distinct, yet integrated perfectly. ​Jason took technical elements into practice that I never even considered, such as which specific colors would hold best with my skin tone and how the shading needed to be executed so the entire piece flowed seamlessly with my other tattoos. Despite the difficulty and complexity of the work, Jason was incredibly fast. When he gets in the zone, it is truly best to just let him "cook" without distractions because the results are phenomenal. ​What really impressed me was how much of this was done freehand. There wasn't a clear map on my back, yet Jason knew exactly where he was going. Because of that skill, he was able to contour the tattoo to move naturally with the muscles in my back, adding a whole other dimension to the art. Beyond the talent, Jason is a total professional. It never felt like he was trying to sell me on something or get more money out of me; he genuinely cared about the piece and wanted to make sure I loved it. That kind of authenticity is rare and shows he's not just trying to get paid and get you out the door. ​The shop environment made the long hours much easier to handle. Artists Delaney, Austin, and Nik were also in that day, and when the pain was becoming difficult to ignore, they were all there to help with distractions and great conversation between working with their own clients. Pro tip: don't even try to test Austin on his Magic: The Gathering knowledge--that man seriously knows his shit and it made for some great shop talk. ​As always, the shop was very clean and well-maintained. If I had any critique at all, it's just that the space feels a little small. It has a very cozy feel to it, but I could see the artists wanting a bit more personal space to work in--though that might just be my observation. Overall, I am beyond happy with the finished piece and the experience. If you want an artist who actually gives a shit about the work, this is the place to go.

Always a great time whenever I schedule a session with Thom Crowder. The shop is always very clean…read moreand organized, and has great lighting. And literally every single person there is super nice. I am so happy that I decided to walk in when I did about five years ago, and that Thom was available. We connect very well and always end up talking for most of the appointment about history, music and life. He double checks everything before we get started, and asks how I'm feeling throughout. He is one of the most rad dudes I have ever had the honor of knowing and I love his style. Thom has always taken such great care of me and anyone else that I have brought to him. I could not ask for a better, more caring, and highly skilled artist. I can't wait to book many more appointments. Thanks Thom! You're seriously so awesome!

Such a fun experience at Desert Rose Tattoo!!…read more We went in for the $60 get what you get and it ended up being one of the best, most spontaneous things we've done. The vibe was great and the staff was so nice and welcoming. Our artist Mary did such a great job, we loved her work and she made the whole experience even better. We will definitely be back to get tattooed by her again!

After having several tattoos over the years, I can honestly say this is by far the cleanest and…read moremost welcoming shop I've ever been in. I followed Mary from her previous location and I'm so glad I did. Mary's work is beautiful, detailed, and incredibly precise. She was able to perfectly recreate my mother's handwriting and design it into a delicate bracelet on my wrist. I loved it so much that I later brought in a handwritten message from another very important person in my life, and Mary created a matching bracelet on my other wrist. I get compliments on them all the time. Someone once told me it was "creepy" to have handwriting tattooed on me, but after seeing Mary's work, they were moved to tears. That's the impact her work has. Mary is patient, kind, and takes the time to help you decide the best direction for a piece. Her pricing is reasonable, and you never feel rushed. She also did a cover-up for me, and most people can usually spot a cover-up, but no one has noticed this one. As long as Mary is tattooing in Reno, she will always be my go-to.

My SIL returned to Evolution Tattoo for a 2nd tattoo. Jon…read moredid our tattoos this time and we love them!!! I got my nickname TIA tattooed on my arm. My SIL got a TOKER POKER beaker bong with flowers. Great pricing! We had an issue with trying to get an estimate and our appts made . We *thought* we had an appt at 5 PM for 2 tattoos, BUT the worker we were texting was not working and no one knew about our appt . This was frustrating, BUT I'm glad we stayed and got our tattoos because John is PRETTY FABULOUS with his lines! My SIL has 4 tattoos and John did 2 of them We travel from the Bay Area to Reno to get the tattoos. I would definitely recommend this place and John!!!

I sent a message to inquire about pricing and availability and Jon got back to me FAST! We liked…read morehis prices and Jon got us scheduled the next day. My husband and I are happy with our tattoos and told Jon we'll be back!

I had my very first tattoo experience at Good Boy Tattoos and it was absolutely amazing. Andy was…read moreincredibly patient, kind, and professional from start to finish. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the entire process. As an older woman getting my first tattoo, I was nervous walking in, but Andy made me feel secure, respected, and genuinely cared for. He also had wonderful artistic suggestions that made my tattoo even better than I imagined. The atmosphere was welcoming, clean, and relaxing, and the whole experience exceeded my expectations. I'm so grateful for such a positive first tattoo experience and would highly recommend Good Boy Tattoos -- especially if you're feeling nervous or getting your first tattoo later in life!

Andrew Biddlecome is an amazing artist. He did tattoos on my 2 sons and myself today. He is very…read moreprofessional and very detailed in his work. We love our new tattoos.

Absolutely love my tattoos done by Aly! She's unbelievably talented and very kind. The shop is…read morealways welcoming with the lovely women that work there and they always make the experience comfortable! I would highly recommend to stop by and get some ink!

I've gotten all of my work done by all of the girls here. They are all very friendly and easy to…read morework with. They listen to what you want, are very personable & attentive, and make sure that you're comfortable during the whole process. I wouldn't go anywhere else!

Back in July, 2023, I went to My Religion Tattoo to have a "book" and the word "READ" tattooed on…read morethe back of my left hand, plus the word "PLAY" tattooed above the "musical note" I already had on the back of my right hand. The tattooist was Marcus. Everything looked fine when they were finished (Photos 1 & 2), and a month or so later I returned for a touch up on both words, as the lettering had begun to spread and lose definition. The book and note were fine. Shortly thereafter, though, I noticed some swelling on both words and went back to My Religion, where--as far as I can remember--I was told that some swelling was to be expected and to just wait. Flash forward several more months (I'm guessing December, 2023) and the "swelling" had become so prominent (Photos 3 & 4) that it interfered with a photoshoot I was involved with (Even makeup couldn't disguise it--it looked like embossed stationery!) And, as far as I can tell, it continues to get worse. So, later that month I returned again to My Religion and was told that what I was experiencing was probably due to an allergy to the red ink--of which I most certainly was not informed initially--and that nothing, really could be done about it. The "possibility" of laser surgery correcting it was mentioned. And, that was it. I asked my dermatologist about this and they said nothing could be done. I'm especially concerned that the words will eventually become unreadable! So, I have two complaints: One, Marcus should have mentioned that *some* people were allergic to the mercury in red ink, and I certainly would have considered a different color; and, two, some sympathy from the person I spoke in December with would have gone a long way toward mollifying me.

Ronnie is my girl and never disappoints! If I have any…read morequestions or concerns, she is quick to answer and is never bothered. This review is long over due and I can't wait to come back for more art!

I've been going to Burning Man the last few years, each time passing through Reno. I wanted to…read morecommemorate the tradition with a tattoo (my sleeves are my travel diary). But finding a tattoo artist that didn't roll their eyes (Melissa is thankfully a burner) and was willing to meet on Labor Day was a magic stroke of luck... and then she rendered the design flawlessly, even adding her own design flair.

Great shop filled with high caliber artists and a good vibe. I got tattooed by Melissa Mitchell she…read moreis the best! I recommend everyone that's wants quality tattoos to check them out.