had a great experience at new generation with Jayden! cannot recommend her as an artist enough…read more i loved how excited she was to do my tattoo. she made sure to take time in speaking with me in regards to what i wanted. she was very good at letting me know what could and couldn't be done and what changes needed to occur. the appointment itself was very fun and not once did it feel awkward or weird - she has a very fun personality and it made talking with her (both in general and about the tattoo) very easy. she made sure to explain every single step of what she was doing and answered all of my questions, along with explaining proper aftercare. the art itself is beautiful, i love my dragon and Jayden's style is so pretty, i love the shading. i would highly suggest booking an appointment with her and plan on booking with her again in the future. thank you Jayden for the awesome tattoo and fun experience! i look forward to seeing you again :)

Jayden Alexis was my artist and she is phenomenal!! She is super kind, has great bedside manner,…read moreand her communication is great! Her work is stunning and I am so grateful for the tattoo she gave me!

Sad, I had this shopped bookmarked for 2yrs until I was ready to get tattoos, and their phone was…read moreout of service. I took a chance and drover over that on Sat around 3pm, and the door was locked, and no one there. Wasted my time.

I finally got up the nerve to get my first tattoo on my birthday and went here since they take…read morewalk-in's (I would have chickened out otherwise) Cora(sp? So sorry) the owner was very friendly and welcoming and called in an artist to help me out. She even stayed with me while the work was being done because I was nervous. Very easy to explain what I wanted and they both gave advice on the sizing. Rodney did a great job on my tattoo!

Came here for a session with Heather, my dream artist, and I could not have had a better…read moreexperience! The parking situation is a bit tight as the plaza is shared with a Wingstop and other businesses; I had no issues getting a spot though. Coordination of the appointment was so easy. I contacted Heather online and got a slot for the next day as she had available time. I came in for a big design on my thigh. I came in at noon and stayed until 9 PM. I was given plenty of breaks and she even got me a snack from the convenience store nearby. I loved how much she paid attention to detail, and she went lengths to. make me feel comfortable. All of the artists were so friendly. The bathrooms and other spaces were clean. I enjoyed browsing the flash design book at the front of the store during my break. I definitely recommend coming here for a tatt!

Amazing experience from start to finish. Nathan was incredible -- super welcoming, easy to talk to,…read moreand clearly takes a lot of pride in his work. The shop was clean, the vibe was comfortable, and communication was great the entire time. The tattoo came out absolutely perfect with clean lines and great detail, exactly what I wanted. You can tell Nathan really cares about both his art and his clients. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality work and good energy.

First tattoo and couldn't be happier. Peter did a great job at looking and the print and font type…read moreI brought in. He made adjustments to the original font and gave me multiple options. Great tattoo, great shop, great conversation and just a great experience. Highly recommend.

I've had a few tattoos done here by different artists, and I've loved every single one. The quality…read moreof the work is consistently great, and each artist brought something unique to the table. The staff is super friendly and easy to work with. Everyone makes you feel comfortable, and the vibe in the studio is relaxed and welcoming. They're also really easy to talk to during sessions, which definitely helps pass the time. Pricing is fair, especially when compared to other studios or artists in the area.

Service was great with a fast response. Listen to your ideas to help build your picture that you…read morewant. Will definitely be going back for future work. Wouldn't recommend anyone else in the San Jose area.

Davis is truly an amazing artist with impressing skills. Every time I've visited his shop, I've…read morebeen consistently pleased with the experience and the results. I had a few tattoos done by Davis and I appreciate his attention to detail and commitment to delivering exactly what I wanted each and every time. Davis always made me feel comfortable and at ease throughout each session. It's also a bonus when his shop is always so clean and organized! I highly recommend Davis, his skills and attention to detail have consistently produced outstanding results. I am always looking forward to my next session with him.

I got my first tattoo with Jo and was very satisfied with the experience! She was very…read morecommunicative about the design of the tattoo and ensured it was to my liking as well as explaining aftercare procedures thoroughly. The studio itself was very spacious with a welcoming ambiance. Would definitely come back again to get another piece :)

Jo is an amazing artist and made my tattoo experience easy and pleasant! I'm beyond happy about my…read morenew piece!! Starting from the ideation stage, she reached out and we discussed what I wanted in my tattoo (ie. elements, colors). She was quick and clear with communicating about next steps. The studio itself was clean, spacious, and chic with ample lighting and comfy tattoo chairs /beds. For the actual tattoo experience, Jo ensured I was comfortable and I honestly almost fell asleep a few times (but take that from someone with a high pain tolerance). If you want to ensure you are taken care of and that your tattoo is done with meticulous and gorgeous artistry, Jo's got you covered at this studio!

Trung did all my tattoos about five years ago, and I recently reached out to him to get a new…read morepiece. I would only trust him with my tattoos. Unfortunately, he's been fully booked and now focuses on larger pieces, so he wasn't available for mine. However, he introduced me to his colleague, Diem. I showed them what I had in mind, and Diem came up with an even better idea for my tattoo. It turned out amazing--she did a fantastic job. She was also very polite and answered all my questions. I haven't gotten any tattoos since Trung did my last one five years ago, but I will definitely come back for more from the artists here. They are highly skilled and really understand what you want. The pricing is also reasonable. The vibe in the shop is very quiet and warm. Diem even played great music while I was getting tattooed. 1000/10

I completely forgot to leave a review for this shop…read more I contacted them about an eyebrow piercing and spoke to Trung to get an appointment set up. If I remember correctly I came in on 8/1/25 and Nhi took care of getting me the paperwork to fill out and did the actual piercing. Before we even did it she asked me about where I wanted it and was very patient with me in making sure it was exactly where I wanted it. It took a couple of tries but I got it to where I want it. Nhi did an amazing job! I barely felt anything and the piercing came out great! I spoke to Trung after about possibly getting another tattoo finished/touched up so in time I'll make another appointment for that. Also, the shop is pretty small so I don't recommend bringing lots of friends. Overall I met Nhi and Trung and they're very chill and will work with you on getting what you want. Highly recommend this shop for all your tattoo/ piercing needs!

I really like this piercing and tattoo studio. I came a couple of weeks ago for an ear lobe…read morepiercing and was scheduled with Eoin. I wanted to get a third hole on both ears. My piercer was really friendly and answered my questions. I felt comfortable and the piercing actually didn't hurt that much at all. Came back today to downsize and scheduled with Eoin. They did an excellent job again. Didn't feel a thing. I will come back and get more piercings. I really recommend and everyone was friendly.

Mixed feelings about a service that ultimately wasn't provided. Communication leading up to the…read moreappointment was great--10/10 by text--and I appreciated the follow-ups from the team. However, after my first appointment was canceled, I came in for my rescheduled visit and left feeling pretty discouraged. The staff explained the risks thoroughly, but it came across less like informed consent and more like they simply didn't want to perform the piercing. I was told things like they had already turned down several people for this type of piercing, that I only had about a 30% chance of success, that it's very hard to be eligible, and that I could be left with a large mark on my abdomen. For a navel piercing--which is very common--that felt excessive and discouraging. What added to the confusion was being told that I had "the perfect anatomy" for it, yet all the guidance seemed aimed at convincing me not to go forward the more and more the conversation went the scarier it got. I was also asked to find jewelry elsewhere and come back because their gauges were too large if I still wanted the piercing done. In the end, I went to another shop and had the piercing done without issue. I can't fully recommend this place, but I also can't completely dismiss them--the experience just left a sour taste. Hopefully, fewer people walk away feeling turned down or discouraged at a shop that offers piercings..

Simply amazing and unforgettable! Got my first ever tattoo with Orly and what he gave me was…read moregreater than I had expected/hoped for! I reached out to him and his booking manager over IG and it was a super easy process to do. The day of my appointment, I was super nervous! Orly is super personable, calm, and friendly. He asked what I had in mind and if I had any pictures to go off of and he went from there. He got some assistance from Bong, who was a guest artist that week and I couldn't have been more thankful! The art he gave me is beautiful and I'm still in awe that it actually happened. I'm definitely coming back to finish my sleeve. 10/10 would recommend to anyone!

Humble Beginnings Tattoo Studio is hands down my favorite tattoo studio in the Bay Area. From the…read moremoment you walk in, you feel like you're among your people--they make you feel like family. My first visit was for a partial cover-up that transitioned into a tribal tattoo. I researched very carefully because I was intentionally seeking women tattoo artists who specialize in tribal work. The story I'm telling through my tattoos matters deeply to me, and respect for symbolism is essential. That search led me to Mel. After seeing her work, I booked a consultation--and she more than lived up to her reputation. In fact, she exceeded my expectations so much that I returned to have the tattoo extended straight down my spine (which is AWESOME!!!) My long-term project is to have women tattoo artists visually gift my life story in Polynesian and Filipino tribal styles across the entire right side of my body. While I also proudly wear tattoos by male artists on the other side--chosen just as intentionally--I want this side to honor women artists who truly understand and respect tribal symbolism. Mel is absolutely among the best. A few weeks ago, I returned during Humble Beginnings' Black Friday flash sale and got a rose tattoo on my arm--this time by Kim. She did such an incredible job that I'm already planning to go back to her for a rose half-sleeve. I'll also be returning to Mel to continue work on my leg and complete another section of my side. Every time I'm in the studio, I find myself watching the other artists work and feeling completely inspired. Their talent is next-level. Honestly, I'm tempted to get tattooed by every artist there! As long as I have canvas for it! Every artist at Humble Beginnings is incredibly skilled, and having their work represented on your body is absolutely worth it. If you're looking for artistry, intention, and a studio that truly feels like home--this is the place.

Went here for my leg tattoo and chest tattoo. May be hard to find since it's hidden and upstairs…read more For parking people usually park at cali spartan tacos parking lot. Pretty clean inside. Has an open space concept. They operate on appointments only so have to book/call ahead.

I had a wonderful experience with Adrienne! She is extremely attentive, creative, and super sweet!…read moreThe design she made for me was exactly what I imagined it to be and better! Will definitely see her again for future tattoos. Love love love her work!