Need a fine line tattoo and more, KK is ya go to gal. She did my tattoo and my mom's. Her work is amazing. I love her work and her all together, never a dull moment when I come in for some artwork done. She takes her time and makes sure the placement and everything is to our liking. Honey she's the vibe babbeeyy!!! lol read more

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i had my appointment back in december and kristina was absolutely amazing!! from the moment i reached out to talk about design ideas she was extremely friendly and a quick communicator about all the details. i got my sternum done, which can be a little awkward with the placement, but kristina immediately made me feel super comfortable and brought a great energy to the studio and appointment! she did an amazing job, and we talked pretty much the whole time about marvel movies LOL i'm planning to go back sometime in march/april to get a bigger piece done, and i can't wait to work with her again. read more

Kapwa Ink - freshly done sternum tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Kristina is amazing! So much so that in my holiday break back from the east coast I booked with her again. Truly so kind and listened to all my ideas (and there was a lot) but never made me feel bad. The studio is clean and well lit! read more

Kapwa Ink - Stencils placed with constellation from another appointment with Kristina - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

I really recommend this place. Kristina was awsome since the beginning. I was not sure exactly what size I wanted my tattoo and I had one that I wanted to add with my new tattoo that I wanted. Kristina was able to blend it in and turned out how i wanted. I felt that this appointment went by so fast. I really liked how comfortable she made me feel. Definitely coming back. read more

So I found Kristina on IG after a failed attempt to book with another person. THANK GOD! Because I totally believe this was meant to be. I needed a very special piece done to honor a dear friend I lost. I reached out to Kristina late in the afternoon asking about her availability. She got back to me by the end of the day. We chatted back and forth about what I wanted and I sent pictures. Through her messages alone I could feel her energy and vibe and knew I was with the right person (plus all her gorgeous proof on IG and Yelp!). Well, I love my tattoo! It is a beautiful tattoo and honors my beautiful friend's memory. Thank you, Kristina! read more

Kapwa Ink - A Lily in honor of my friend "Lily". - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Got my very first tattoo several months ago and was a most wonderful experience. Working with Kristina from concept, design, to execution and healing is absolutely a fabulous and meaningful process. I felt safe and comfortable in her beautiful, calm and super clean studio. I recently came back for tat #2. So grateful Kristina made room in her busy schedule to do another custom tag for me before I left on vacation. And just like the first time, it healed quickly and beautifully. I can see why it's so addicting. read more

Kapwa Ink - Custom tat honoring my family (parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters and daughters ) and incorporating my love for flowers. - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Kristina's patience was a godsend as my anxious self went back and forth between tattoo sizes, orientation, and placement. She is easy to talk to, collaborate with, and she made sure to give me a warning about how delicate the healing process can be for my inner finger tattoo. Also, her fine line work is just stunning. When your tattoo artist is a former nurse, you know you're in good hands :) read more

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It has been quite a while since ive gotten a tattoo so i was pretty nervous even though it was a smaller tattoo. Kristina made me feel comfortable the whole process. Made sure i was happy with the size and placement of the tattoo and asked if i needed to take a breather in between to let her know. She is such a sweet heart! I can tell she loves what she does. Im absolutely OBSESSED with my tattoo. I've already gotten so many compliments on it. She did such a great job. So good that i will be back for more! I cant wait read more

Kapwa Ink - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

This is my first tattoo and I was honestly really nervous yet excited for it. This was my own drawing and Kristina did a great job bringing this to life for me. Everything was really nice especially since she was always making sure I was comfortable and asking if I wanted any snacks. I would 100% recommend her especially if you're getting your first tattoo! read more

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Kristina is the nicest artist I've worked with. I'm pretty sure indecisive, but Kristina has a way of getting my vibe and nailing my vision. I've already gotten 3 mini fine line tattoos from her and they were so fun, I literally kept coming back! Although it isn't my first, I was still nervous in terms of pain level, but Kristina has a light had that it didn't hurt AT ALL. In terms of communication, 10/10. I work a 8-5 but Kristina was flexible to meet my schedule. Leading up to the day of my appointment, she had everything set up, clean, and ready. Kristina is personable, sweet, and overall a fun time! She's the epitome of tattoo bestie! read more

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Got my first tattoo done by Crys! His response to my inquiry was very prompt, asked me for inspo pics, told him what I wanted to change.. and he delivered! He also informed me that people can be allergic to colored ink and was more than willing to give me a free spot testing prior to the appointment. I declined and decided to just go for it. He was easy to talk to and most importantly made me feel really comfortable-especially it being my first time. He assured me he was very light-handed (I didn't trust him at first when he said this, LOL) but the pain was really bearable! I was also able to see some of his artwork and boy is he an artist! Looking forward to my next session with him :) Thanks Crys! read more

Kapwa Ink - Autism awareness. - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Kristina is AMAZING ! Got my first tattoos done by her and it was such a great experience. They came out perfect and exactly what I wanted. It's also such a cute spot. My husband is ready to book with her now too! read more

I got my very first tattoo done by Kristina, and she brought my idea to life perfectly. She made the entire process smooth and stress-free, and was incredibly sweet throughout. I couldn't have asked for a better experience! When I decide to get another, I will definitely be back! read more

I had a small group of family & friends who wanted tattoos and Kristina was willing to come to my house so I hosted a party. We had an amazing time and I can't recommend her enough! She made the whole experience so relaxed and fun. Super chill, professional, and really accommodating to everyone--she made each person feel comfortable and taken care of. Everyone had a blast and loved their tattoos. The vibe was great, and she kept everything clean and organized, which I appreciated so much! Thank you Kristina! read more

We had our first tattoo experience with Kristina who is very pleasant, friendly to work with. Kristina made every effort to ensure we were comfortable and not nervous. As first-timers, we truly appreciated the clean bright spaces with relaxed professional approach. The entire process was awesome from start to finish. We will definitely come back when we decide the next art work to be tattooed on skin. read more

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Traveled from Sacramento to the Bay specifically to get my piece done by Kristina. Scheduling was easy. She reached out a week in advance to go over my idea which was pretty straightforward. Location was easy to find and the space was very clean. I've had tattoos done before but Kristina had a v light touch, esp in an area that can be sensitive. She provided clear instructions on a card for aftercare. I went w some friends and we were really just laughing and having a good time hanging out w Kristina. V fun, chill vibes. Can't wait to get more pieces done w her in the future. read more

Kristina was amazing! From the moment I came in, she made me feel so comfortable by talking with me the whole time, which really helped calm my nerves. She's super friendly, easy to talk to, and has such a welcoming vibe. On top of that, her work is beautiful.I'll definitely be coming back for more tattoos with her and would highly recommend her to anyone! read more

Kristina is amazing!! She made my tattoo perfect. She took what I was looking for and brought it to life and it's absolutely perfect.!! Not only is she an amazing tattooist. But she is an amazibg soul as well. I left her chair and felt like I had made a friend' Thank You Kristina I'm ready to start my next design with you !! read more

Kapwa Ink - Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

I found Kristina through IG and I reached out for a tattoo consultation. She was extremely open to my ideas and did a great job of doing my very first koi fish and this was my first semi big tattoo. I had booked a 1hr session of the 1-4in one. Imi talked to her via email and she sent me the design sketch to approve and she is always on time with everything. I was nervous about my appointment but the studio is very easy to spot and once you walk in Kristina is so kind and welcoming. Asking me how I am and if I want any snacks or drinks. While she was doing my tattoo it's like I am talking with my older sister and she does a great job taking the right amount of time to do the tattoo and also make sure the tattoo comes out looking nothing less of perfection. I recommend going to Kristina because she is so kind and accepting and her studio is also super clean. Can't wait to go again. I went to Kristina again this week and I got three tattoos done and she designed and executed the tattoo piece so nicely. I showed her some ideas via email and she sent me her sketch's turning my ideas to actual designs that I loved. I also changed my designs so many times and every time she has been so patient and nice. Moreover, her studio and coworkers are so welcoming that it is comfortable to go here for my tattoos. Also the studio and Kristina's equipment is so clean and sterile that I know I am getting the best tattoo treatment there is. Also they gave me a cute valentines baggie which was adorable as well. You could really tell Kristina cares about the people she works with and she loves her clients in the way she makes everyone feel comfortable. I truly love going to her! Kristina is so talented and kind. And she does merch selling on the side so ask her about that her valentines gifts and sweaters are super cute! PS I will post the healed photos soon the transparent skin is not doing the tattoo justice. It looks AMAZING, I love it! read more

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Had the best experience! Such a great space with the perfect vibe to get your next tattoo! She was amazing and I can't wait to see my new tattoos all healed up read more

First, and most important, Kristina is RESPONSIVE. You are not waiting days or weeks to hear from her. She is by far the most communicative artist I've ever worked with. Secondly, she is so artistic and talented. I asked for a floral/nature themed half sleeve to work around some work I already had and left her to it. The design and placement she came up with were beautiful. Third, she made the 5 hours fly by. She is funny and sweet, has a gentle hand and a great eye. I've been referring her to everyone who is looking for an artist and I've already booked my next appointment. Check out her work on Instagram @kapwaink and see for yourself. Trust Kristina with your next tattoo..you will NOT be disappointed! read more

Thank you Crys for your work! U really have a light hand while giving a tattoo. Thank you for helping us to decide & give your suggestions & idea when we cant decide for placement & how big should it be. Very accommodating & kind artist!!! See you again on our next tattoo Crys! read more

Love my tattoo! Kristina is the best! I found Kapwa Ink on IG and reached out to ask if she would add to an older tattoo I have. She was so helpful in figuring out my design and placement. Definitely recommend for fine line tattoo!! read more

Kapwa Ink - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Kristina does amazing work and she's super detail oriented! 2 must have things when you're looking for a fine line tattoo artist. Great communication and makes adjustments after sending over a draft couple days before the appt. First 3 mins were the worst but after Kristina became my therapist and listening to my life stories, I forgot all about the pain. She's so uplifting and our conversation just flowed. No awkwardness! Love this place!! It's only been a few hours and I'm already searching for my next one! If your vibe is having Woman uplifting each other, then this is your girl. read more

100/10 recommend Kristina. I was so indecisive about getting the tattoo, placement and the way I wanted it. I found her on yelp and took a look at her IG and automatically knew she was a fit. Finally emailed her and the process was so smooth and she was so helpful! Received my draft 5 days before my appointment and she blew it out the water. We did my tattoo today and it was the most enjoyable experience. Shooting the breeze to take your mind off the tattoo was exactly what I needed! It made the time fly by! Absolutely love my tattoo! I'll definitely be seeing her again! read more

Kapwa Ink - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

I went in for my first tattoo and Kristina did such an amazing job. She was very kind and patient making my first tattoo experience more relaxing! I ended up loving the results and can't wait to be back for my second tattoo!! read more

I really wanted a tattoo of my daughter's birthday in Thai script for a while and I was sitting on it to find the right artist. Kristina was super helpful in helping me decide the thickness and size (inches) of the tattoo. The session was super fast and it didn't hurt, we chatted the whole time and it came out perfect, just the way I want it. If you're looking for a down to earth artist who helps you figure out the design you want without feeling pressure and is super patient I would definitely go book your appointment now! read more

Kapwa Ink - Script tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

I came across Kristina while looking for a tattoo artist skilled in doing lines that was also local! We came for my husbands birthday matching tattoos and this was my first tattoo experience. The shop is very clean and aesthetically pleasing. Kristina is very friendly and makes the experience fun. We were really happy with our tattoo and will be back. read more

Kapwa Ink - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Great communication and work by Kristina! She was quick and so easy to work with. She provided me several samples and took many notes before we settled on my final design. And the best part is that she gave a fair rate and was done in 15min! Def going back! read more

Kapwa Ink - Right after she finished - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

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I just turned 18 and was looking to get my first tattoo, i was a bit nervous because i'd never done anything like this before but from the moment i walked in to when i left it was so very welcoming. My Tia was able to be there with me too in case I got nervous but Kristina was so welcoming and friendly, it felt like i was just having a conversation with a friend. The tattoos came out absolutely amazing and i'm so glad i trusted Kristina with my first tattoos ! read more

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I love Kapwa Ink for all my fine line tattoos! I go to Kristina and she's so sweet and personable. She makes the whole experience extremely comfortable and fun! The shop is clean and she has snacks in case anyone is feeling lightheaded or hungry after their tattoo session. I highly recommend getting your tattoo here! I'm a returning customer and will def keep coming back for more (: read more

I booked an appointment with Kristina after I found out about her work through family members and looking through her work on IG. I have to say, she is a true artist! After I sent her my ideas she began working on a couple of renditions and I immediately knew which ones I wanted. I ended up getting two tattoos in the same appointment and I couldn't be happier! Kristina not only created beautiful images from my weird requests, but she also listened to the back stories behind them. It's only been a week or so but I already know what I want to do next! I also want to call out how much I love the Brow + Ink Studio space -- very bright, clean, open, and I just love the vibe! Can't wait to come back! I loved my experience so much that I've referred 3 people to Kristina. My two nieces have an appointment with her soon and I can't wait to see their tattoos! Thank you SO MUCH for your amazing work and I can't wait to tell you what I want to add next!! read more

Kapwa Ink - I mean, will you just look at the detail in this one?? (Just look at the dragon, not my pores.) - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Kristina was awesome the entire time. From having to rescheduling me due to things coming about on the day of my appointment, the service was amazing, and she was also very sweet. I had mentioned to her it would be my very first tattoo that I would be getting and she was very patient with me during the process. I came across her profile on instagram, and based on her reviews and pieces from past appointments I knew she would be the one I would be going to. And to top it off, the studio was very clean. If you're looking for someone great to tattoo you for the first time, I highly recommend her! read more

Kapwa Ink - Fine line purple butterfly tattoo. - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

My tiny tattoo...Its perfect and I love it! Thank you to Kristina @kapwa.ink in @browsstudio.ink Castro Valley. The studio is bright, inviting and impeccable, the vibe is relaxed and the music was great. Kristina's fineline technique is amazing! Such an enjoyable experience. 10/10. read more

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Kristina is awesome! She was very patient with me and my undecided mind! ‍ She worked with me and my bestie and we figured out what I wanted and she did a beautiful job! Looking forward to seeing her again soon! read more

Kristina completely brought my old 22 year old tattoo back to life. My Butterfly was lacking detail. Kristina completely changed up to color and gave me fine line detail. I love it!!!! She's still healing otherwise I would have posted a picture read more

Kristina is AMAZING! When I was still looking for a tattoo artist to help me with tattoos, Kristina responded in a timely manner and showed professional communication making booking easy, she was direct and so kind. Not like any other tattoo artist I've been to, she was so kind and sweet making sure I was comfortable while she was working on my tattoo. She was quick but precise and detailed with my finger tattoos, they turned out way better than I expected. The style and character of the shop was clean, beautiful and peaceful. I'll for sure be back for more tattoos thanks to Kristina! read more

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Kristina is amazing to work with start to finish! She made me feel very comfortable and was very patient with my indecisiveness about sizes and location. The whole experience was great. I've been twice already and plan to return again! read more

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I found Kristina on yelp and thought I'll give it a try and I couldn't be happier. Kristina was super nice, I had a lot of fun just talking to her, she made me feel really comfortable during our session. Also I'm in love with the outcome of my tattoo, it's much better than I imagined, it's like she read my mind :) I would definitely go there again read more

Kapwa Ink - Poppy - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

If you are looking for a fine line tattoo highly recommend Kapwa Ink for your next tattoo! Kristina is very sweet and made sure my design was exactly what I wanted by redesigning it for me. She also walks you through aftercare and sets you up for success so you know how to best take care of your tattoo! read more

Kapwa Ink - Lotus spine tattoo by Kapwa Ink! - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California