I saw Joshua Sharpe for my tattoo, and I'm sorry to say he did a very inadequate job and was rather…read moreunprofessional. He misaligned my tattoo and shaded it in a way that made the piece morph together rather than capture the detail. I actually had to go see an enhancement artist after the session and chose not to finish the piece with him. Also, throughout the session he was very distracted and even took a moment to smoke his weed pen right in front of me then get back to work. Unprofessional and poor job unfortunately.

Josh is an amazing artist and craftsman! His line work and shading are top notch and the…read moretraditional style art he did for me came out amazing from the concept he worked up for me based on the references I gave him up through the finished piece! I highly recommend him for anything you are considering putting on your body!

Got my rook, flat, forward helix, and both upper lobes pierced at Skin & Soul. I love their…read moreattention to detail and safety precautions. I had to separate out the piercings into two separate appointments a month apart to ease into them, but glad I did because the swelling might've been too intense. Highly recommend Skin & Soul for all your piercing needs!

Outstanding! Front…read moreof house staff were warm and accommodating, super knowledgeable and happy to answer any questions. The space feels very professional, a lot of light, and feels very clean. Liam was sensational, but any worries at ease, and is beyond versed at their craft. Highly recommend for piercings! As for value, we thought it was going to be more expensive than an other studio we'd previously used, and we were happy and ready to pay the extra, but in the end it ended up being the same! Thank you Marz as well, and the other front of house staff member, who's name i didn't catch; you were beyond kind and helpful for our visit. We look forward to using you again in the future, and recommending you to any friends or family that want a positive piercing experience!

Tai-Li fit me in for a same day industrial bar piercing. She was great - consultation, performance,…read moreand outcome. I got a second industrial bar, same ear. She was fantastic. The shop was cute and does both piercings/tattoos. Highly recommend and will visit again.

Amazing service and very clean! I had a great experience and the whole piercing process was very…read moreaffordable.

The process was so smooth, and Chris did an amazing job. He's friendly and personable, and chatting…read morewith him while getting the tattoo made the time fly by! Good vibes at this tattoo shop overall. Great music, great people, awesome decor.

Plata is the man! He did a great thigh Tat for me!…read more they seem to really care about their customers that they tattoo the shop is clean everyone's nice. The price was reasonable. It was a fantastic experience.! Troy "Spyda" Hill

My husband & I are SO HAPPY we chose Mammoth Tattoo for our anniversary tattoo! The overall vibe of…read morethe place is super cool. The walls are covered with flash art and we both chose pieces that were on their walls & in their flash books. I loved the music they had playing and the overall ambience of the place. The bathroom was clean & also well decorated. This entire place is very clean & well-organized. We were both tattooed by their apprentice Hannah. She's only been tattooing for 2 years and it is very evident that she has a very bright & fruitful future ahead of her! Aside from her tattoo skill, she is super nice, has great energy, and a great conversationalist! At no point during our time did I feel awkward or uncomfortable (which I tend to feel sometimes in social situations). She placed both of our stencils perfectly on the first attempt and made sure we were 100000% satisfied with it before starting the process. Before starting my tattoo, I told her about my nearly non-existent pain tolerance and advised her of what my tattoo safe word was lol. She is not heavy handed (no shade to artists that are heavy handed) and ensured to check-in with my husband & I periodically throughout the process to make sure we were both still doing okay. I've been very skeptical about getting a lady's face on my body since I've seen many botched faces but Hannah gave me the prettiest & cutest face I could've asked for! I've also seen plenty of botched American traditional eagle pieces and to say she NAILED IT is simply an understatement. My husband & I were both done in 4 hours and the price was extremely fair. We have already determined that we will be returning to her for our upcoming anniversary tattoos. Also, after the tattoo, Hannah offered us hot compresses. I've gotten tattooed at plenty of places in the past and have never had a hot compress. Let me tell you!!! The hot compress was life changing and felt like a nice warm hug on your tattoo. She informed us that it helped with the swelling & healing process and I can definitely tell a difference! I will never decline a hot compress moving forward haha. When we were there, we got to meet the other artist Andrew, who is also Hannah's mentor. He had great vibes & was a great conversationalist as well. We got to see his finished piece on someone else and it was DOPE! When we were done with our tattoos, she had Andrew look at both of them and received his seal of approval. If you have a chance to swing by Mammoth and get tattooed by either one of them, you will not regret it!

I've been coming to Mammoth for over a year now. This is my go to place whenever I want a new…read moretattoo. I always see Andrew, the shop owner, and he's fantastic. Andrew is so patient and answers every question I have about the design, placement, and size in a way that allows me to see the vision and also provide clarity when needed. Andrew is incredibly talented and can do any type of tattoo. I have also really appreciated how honest he is when I ask for feedback on what an idea would look like several years from now. I've had a few ideas of how I want tattoos to look and Andrew always gets the vision right on the first try. Andrew tends to be very available and is very speedy. I'm normally in and out within 30-45 min max. The pricing is also super reasonable. The vibe of the studio is great. The artists love to have fun and joke around with their clients and one another. The building itself is a tad space restricted but they always find a way to make room. Definitely check out Andrew at Mammoth for your next tattoo!

I just needed a simple piercing, just an additional hole with a simple earring and I wasn't sure…read morewhat kind of service I would receive at a place I've never been before. It was so amazing and I was so impressed. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted in a very nice way, my needs were heard and respected, and, oh my, what a selection of different jewelry they have to pick from, very impressive! Adam did my ear piercing and listened to where I wanted the new piercing and Adam double checked before we proceeded with the piercing. But what most impressed me was how he prioritized Sanitation. I think he must have changed his gloves four times after he touched every item needed for the process. He explained aftercare very well. Checkout was wonderful too, they made sure that I knew how to contact them at any time if I had any other questions or concerns after the fact. Oh, and they made sure I knew what the end cost would be even before the actual piercing so there are no surprises at checkout.

I am beyond furious with the way Pierced Hearts handled my sister's navel piercing. From the start,…read morethis experience has been a disaster due to sheer negligence and a complete lack of accountability. My sister clearly explained to the piercer, Jaime, that she has a very flat belly button and specifically asked if the standard navel jewelry would be appropriate. He confidently said yes -- and we trusted his professional judgment. That trust was completely misplaced. As time passed, the jewelry began to embed itself into her skin, which should never have happened with the right jewelry in the first place. We returned to the shop, and Adam helped change it to a floating navel piercing -- the type she should have received from day one. He apologized and even took a photo of the damage because it was obvious something had gone terribly wrong. But the damage had already been done. Within a week, she developed a severe infection -- one that urgent care later confirmed was likely due to the original jewelry creating a gaping wound that never healed properly. Despite following aftercare instructions to the letter, she ended up on two antibiotics and hydrocodone just to manage the pain. Yet when we returned to the shop a third time to request a refund and share what she was going through, the staff were incredibly dismissive and refused to take any responsibility. They immediately shifted blame, accusing her of neglecting aftercare, even though we were meticulous. No effort was made to offer a solution, express genuine concern, or show even the slightest empathy. Just said "well, do you want to get it pierced again?!" ... no! Her belly button area now is completely bruised and mangled because of this place. We will never be coming back here again. To make matters worse, the owner was outright disrespectful and condescending over the phone. When we told him that medical professionals advised removing the piercing and draining the infection, her arrogant response was, "Why would they do that?!" as if she knew better than actual doctors. That tone alone spoke volumes about how little they care once they have your money. We asked for a refund because of all the trouble we've been through after the negligence of the first piercer, now having to pay for urgent care visits and medication. I chose this shop based on their glowing reviews, but let me be clear: if you're considering any body piercing here, don't. They might be decent with ear piercings or tattoos -- but when it comes to body piercings, especially anything more complex, they are careless, unprofessional, and utterly unwilling to take accountability when something goes wrong. My sister went in for a simple piercing and walked away in physical pain and emotional distress, and not once did they offer real help, only excuses. This shop failed her. Completely.

I've been coming to Slave to the Needle since around 2017 early 2018 and have had a lot of work…read moredone through the shop over the years -- enough to know the difference between a good experience and an exceptional one. During that time I've never actually written a review before, but my recent sessions with Tim Bradley (aka Mean Ole Tim) at the Wallingford location deserve one. Tim has been an absolute standout. He's not just a skilled tattooer -- he's an artist and professional in the truest sense. His ability to translate an idea into something that feels both deeply personal and beautifully cohesive is unreal. He recently completed a full torso panel of my German shepherd, Stryder, in an Irezumi-inspired style, as well as two custom hand pieces -- and every step of the process was collaborative, thoughtful, and executed with precision. What I appreciate most is Tim's mix of humility, humor, and quiet confidence. He listens, gives honest feedback, and works with a level of care that shows in every line and aspect of the piece. The end result isn't just cool ink -- it's art that carries weight, intention, and soul. After nearly a decade with STTN, I can say this has been one of my best experiences yet. If you're looking for someone who genuinely gives a damn about both the craft and the client, Tim's your guy.

Camy did a superb job on my water dragon. I would like to be more confident in competitive swimming…read moreand felt the desire to be like a water dragon and asked the tattoo place to come up with a tattoo on my arm. Camy volunteered and she did it vibrantly with her works of blues and fine lines. This is my first tattoo and I couldn't be more pleased with it. Thank you Camy. I love it!

I had an amazing experience at Finer Things Tattoo getting my fine line phoenix on my shoulder. I…read moregave 2 reference photos, and Zezi truly brought the vision to life in a way that exceeded my expectations. The piece is bold, beautiful, and incredibly detailed. Zezi is professional, creative, and made the entire experience comfortable from start to finish. You can tell she really listens to her clients and takes pride in her work. I highly recommend Finer Things Tattoo if you're looking for custom work that is both artistic and personal.

My 13-year-old dog, my fur baby, and my best friend Ghost passed away earlier this year. After he…read moredied, I decided my first tattoo would be a memorial to him. I spent days researching artists, and Finer Things immediately stood out. Their style was exactly what I hoped for. From the start, Zezi and the team were incredibly attentive to everything I asked for. A few months later, I came into the studio for my appointment and the custom designs captured Ghost perfectly. Zezi prepared several thoughtful options, and once I chose my favorite, she got to work. She was warm, welcoming, and made my first tattoo experience unforgettable. I cannot recommend Zezi and Finer Things Tattoo Studio enough, especially if you are looking to honor a furry loved one.

Josh was fantastic and super clean and gentle, he was able to help out with some…read moreTouch ups and anew tattoo! Also he was so great at giving me the size and placement I wanted ! Would recommend

Do Not Use Marc! I went weeks before, priced the tattoo I…read morewanted and paid a $100 deposit in cash because he said he could give me a deal if I paid in cash. The day of the tattoo, he screwed around for 45 minutes and when he went to place the tattoo, I told him that it was supposed to be bigger and he now tells me he can't do it bigger. I say fine, I've already waited for him to draw it out and have two smoke breaks. He then proceeds to complain during the entire tattoo about how he was doing such great work for so little price. For three hours he complained that I was basically short changing him on a price he agreed to beforehand. At the end off the three hours he informs me that my time was up even though he had not applied shading or details to make it look anything other than what a 6th grader could do. I'm pretty upset by this point. When I get to the register he tells the girl that I owe full price. When I remind him that I gave him the deposit, (she said he had not put it in the computer) he just said charge her the full price and walked off. Did not feel like getting stabbed so I just threw the money on the counter and left. What a thieving, unprofessional jerk. so beware.