Got a piercing done by Tim after Valentine's Day, to say I was SUPER nervous was an understatement but Tim made me feel very comfortable and check over and over to make sure it was what I wanted, made sure to instruct me on everything after care instructions were very thorough and was even given to me on a print out of everything he said, will definitely be going back for either tattoo work or more piercings. read more

I set up an appointment to get their input into what they could do with regards to my tattoo that is 15+ years old. It is a Mecha-dragonfly that the original artist did an amazing job on, and I just wanted it touched up and improved upon as it was just the stenciled outline.  About 9-10 inches wrapped around the upper arm. I gave them multiple suggestions and ideas that I would like to see about getting if possible. I also sent them a picture before the appointment. I stated in an email that I know I may be asking too much with my needs beforehand, which included my many ideas. I just wanted to throw out ideas to see what sticks. I have a darker skin tone and I knew that may be a hindrance to some of the effects I wanted. That is why suggestions and ideas from their side would have been welcomed. Last time I checked, white is still a color that can be used in a tattoo. Front of house basically told me about why nothing I suggested would work. No suggestions or ideas from their end. Weird. After listening to him drone on about why nothing works, I had to stop him and ask him to tell me what they can do. They could NOT do mechanical components or at least incorporate that with animals. NO Steampunk, NO stain-glass ability, NO mechanization, NO making insects look menacing, NO creating a shimmer/iridescent effect, and NO to coming up with alternative suggestions from their end. Which is fine---but you know...If they felt this and knew this---they could have just told me in a reply to my email of all the things that they couldn't do so it wouldn't waste both our times. The guy basically said that if I was an albino, they may be able to work with me. (seems like an odd thing to insinuate) Or---I have a totally different approach/opinion to what an artist can or can't do. I was not looking for Banksy---but just an artist who can think outside the box. Color by # tattoos is not my style. This could have been a very amazing project for them to show off. It will now go to another. Their loss. Bottom line is,---- I did not feel welcomed there, which may have been intentional. ---Which is fine, because I had my own preconceived notions before I went there, which seem to have been accurate. Funniest thing is----I had $1100 cash in my pocket to throw down for this tattoo. I heard laughter as a left when my last statement was that this seemed to not be the place for me and giving my thanks. A really strange quasi-hostile business experience and I expect a quasi-hostile response. :) It is always a good idea to know if you are the correct clientele for any establishment within the community. However, I am thankful that they were up front about all the things that they couldn't do-- because giving them my money for them to experiment with would not have been prudent. read more

I've gotten a few piercings done by Tim. He's very knowledgeable about what he does and I haven't had any problems with the work he's done. Very nice and clean place read more

I received two hand sized tattoos here. The pieces came out fine, and the pricing was fair, but I just wasn't feeling the atmosphere -a personal vibe I got. Overall, the artists and other staff were nice and the shop is clean and conveniently located, and it always smelled really good! I've since found a new artist, but have returned to Lightside for a naval ring (done years ago by another place). Not all cups of tea are for everyone, saying that, the atmosphere may be for you, so check 'em out. read more

I have been getting tattooed since I was in the U. S. Navy in 1988. Got ink from all around the world but this is the best shop by far. The owner is sincerely engaging and friendly. The professionalism flows from the owner, to the artists, the good vibe in the shop and the impeccable sanitary conditions. Noel and Jordi have done work on me, have done impeccable and I wish them well now that they moved on to other places. Thomas Sigmon is my guy! Not taking away from the other talented artists but if want a beautiful piece of art on you body forever go see Thomas. Besides being very personable and talented he has a gentle touch. I can sit, I like the pain. My last piece with Thomas I hardly felt a thing. In closing this shop is the best, good talented people, great vibe, cool surroundings and the prices are more than reasonable given the high quality of work read more

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I love this place. I wasn't 100% happy with my first tattoo artist at another shop and I always drive by Light Side on my way to class so decided to try them for my second tattoo. Right away I was impressed by the friendly staff and great atmosphere. They were able to give me great advice and suggest an artist that would best suit my design. Thomas was able to get me in quickly and listened perfectly to what I wanted. He came up with a design that was better than I imagined. He did an amazing job and was so friendly and fun to hang with. I get compliments on my tattoo everywhere I go. I will not hesitate to return! read more

My sisters and I rolled in for piercings earlier today, and we could not have had a more wonderful experience. Tim was professional, nice, and overall a wonderful person to be pierced by. We will definitely be back for more piercings, and tattoos probably too, overall it was a wonderful experience that I strongly recommended read more

Just had my first two tattoos done by them, Jordi Ramone did both. The entire experience was great. I am getting two more soon and plan on having him do them. read more

Very professional service. My daughter went in there and had her nose pierced. Very informative group of people. If you want to really get on their good side, it benefits if you like wrestling as well because it's a big thing with them. I highly recommend this place for anybody looking for service. read more