Knowing I'd be in town for work with a meeting nearby, I figured I'd try to sneak in a spicy lunch…read morebreak at Black Magic. I thought I'd be shooting for a walk-in, so I had researched everyone in the shop to make sure I'd be cool with whoever was available to tattoo me and not just one specific artist. I ended up sending a booking request just a few days ahead and scored an appointment with Ace. While I had some concept ideas and inspo, I hadn't really come in with something specific and that made me really nervous. Luckily, smack on the front page of his wanna do book, I found my design. I think we did more talking than tattooing at some points or we would've been done even faster than we actually were. Very grateful for fast tattooers with gentle hands lol. The shop is gorgeous, but beware if like me you go in the winter on the morning after a cold weekend - it gets chilly! They've got plenty of blankets and bolsters to make a nook though, if you forget your own. I can't say enough good things about my experience and I'm so excited to work with these folks to fill up more on my leg.

What can I say besides I'm OBSESSED with Vern and black magic!! She is always so inviting and down…read moreto execute my weird requests. She is super patient (I am indecisive about sizing and placement at times) and so quick when it comes to the actual tattoo!! I've never felt intimidated walking into the shop, which is a feat cus I have had uncomfortable tattoo experiences in the past, but never here. Vern made me feel extra special on one occasion when she told me she drew something that made her think of me, which is now tattooed on me (the candy heart with barbed wire) if you are looking for a shop there simply isn't a better choice!!

Lacy did my wife's nose piercing yesterday. She was very informative and answered all the questions…read moremy wife had. The wife is very happy with how it turned out! The studio is very clean and staff is very friendly.

Piercing Review I…read moregot my navel piercing here 3 years ago. After I left, I noticed it was a little bit crooked. No biggie, I'll be the only one to notice. The problem really lies in the fact that 3 years later, it's still not healed. And yes, I followed the piercer's instructions. 2 years in, I called them thinking maybe I'm allergic to the metal in the jewelry. I've heard that can cause piercings to not heal, and I purchased the jewelry from them. I didn't expect them to fix anything, I just wanted the details so that I could find different jewelry. They didn't even know the size or material of the jewelry that they have in store. Just make the drive to Des Moines. Both of the places in Ames suck. The only upside to going here is that everyone (now that one of their artists is gone) seems incredibly nice.

Biff was the best piercer I've ever worked with! Take your kids to him! Her ears didn't even swell…read moreafterwards at all!

Biff worked on me and didn't even give me the usual jokes. As someone who is dedicated to having my…read morederriere delineated by drawing, I usually get the wisecracks about how "Sir, we may not have enough ink in stock to finish the work." I know I'm a full-figured guy, so there's no need to make me the butt of jokes. Biff did no such thing; he was thoroughly professional and a true artist. His inking of the Iowa Hawkeyes icon on my backside is something that I wish I could actually see because the image just sort of pops (which is hard because I am extra-jiggly). It seriously looks amazing. Ironheart Tattoo is the place you want to go to in the Iowa/Southern Minnesota/Eastern Nebraska area. None better.

I am getting a very large tattoo done on my leg and I cannot believe the amazing work Daniel is…read moredoing. This will be my 4th Tattoo and it is by far the best one I have ever gotten anywhere. He is very professional and the shop has an awesome vibe. He truly cares about his clients and wants them to leave happy. I have seen some of the amazing cover up work he has done for others and it is truly breath taking. I will def. recommend this shop to any one.

Worked with Seth last Monday. I was a walk-in appointment. He was able to fit me in because of a…read morecancellation. Seth did really great with my tattoo and I love it. Its a simple open triangle but it means the world to me. He even got me to relax which surprised me, since this was my first tattoo. Reasonably priced and was quick. Great work, had fun, will be coming back!

Best tattoo shop!!! I live in mid Missouri and will drive…read moreto Des Moines to get a tattoo any time.

I stopped in to inquire about a piercing and felt that my request was insignificant to the three…read moregentlemen that were in my general vicinity. No one could give me pricing or an appointment. A business card was given to me with the comment, "You'll have to call the piercer. I am a big believer in vibes and the place felt dark and unwelcoming. I drove a few blocks away to Lucky Gal Tattoo and piercing and had an amazing experience.

Monni did amazing job go entire crew cares about their artwork. Very thankful and it turned out…read moreperfect.

I went here to get a navel piercing, my piercer, Emily was very nice and made the process very…read moresmooth. Although, I bought the jewelry from here in which the top screw in part kept falling out, even from just walking/laying down which resulted in the whole thing coming out and me having to go to another piercing shop to get it replaced. I very kindly asked for if a refund was possible for just the jewelry in which the person on the phone-not Emily, denied me, and were honestly not very nice about. Didn't really have much of an explanation other than, "IDK, that is just not gonna happen". This place is good for piercings but a little unprofessional when it came to customer service.

got my second lobes pierced by emily. she was amazing; super friendly and knowledgeable and made…read moresure i knew every step before she moved forward. will be coming back to her again.

Honestly, Chance is the best tattoo artist I have ever had. If you want an extremely professional…read moretattoo, with a great person and artist come here. You will be blown away by the quality and professionalism, I cannot recommend them enough.

Oldest operating Tattoo Studio in the Des Moines and maybe the state. Sherry works mostly with…read morefine line, single needle and black and gray, The studio is clean, low key and a safe creative environment.