Visiting Nashville for my 30th birthday and just decided on a whim to get a tattoo for the…read morememories. I googled "best thin line tattoo parlors in Nashville" and this one came up first. As stated on their website Danelle is the artist doing walk ins so we just stopped in to see if she was available. She happened to be working on someone else but was available in an hour so we left and came back a little later. She was great! So nice and very informative. I have another tattoo so I was familiar with the process but she provided 2 difference sizes as well as some background info about what she thought would look best as it was a thin line tattoo and I wanted to see all the details. I'm super happy with my end result and would totally go back. The shop was also very very clean and the girls at the front desk were super nice as well! They seemed really happy that I mentioned I was from out of town as they usually just get locals but that also did make me feel more confirmed with my choice in knowing they seemed to have lots of reoccurring local customers. Overall great experience!

Walked in for a small tattoo while on a short trip to Nashville. My friend wanted a small cowboy…read moreboot and I decided I'd love one too. Looked up the IG page and found an artist, and was able to walk in on a Tuesday afternoon. Danielle did our tattoos and I love it! The shop is VERY clean, everyone was very personable and the work here is great! The parking is in the back of the building and you have to go through a side door to get upstairs. That was the I Lu confusing part of the whole thing. We love our tattoos and would def recommend this place!

Experience was great! Staff was exceptional and so fun! Very helpful and talented. Cool vibes in…read morethe shop. Recommended and preferred over Jelly Roll's! Will be back soon for another!

Still love our tattoos a year later!! Good work! However, tried to take a few friends here recently…read moreand didn't rlly have the best experience honestly. There was 4 of us wanting to get stuff so we called an hour ahead of time to make sure there'd be time for multiple tatts and custom work and was told yes. So we drove over there, called again from the parking lot to make sure, were told yes there's absolutely still time, paid for parking, got in the building and talked to the guy up front who basically said that there was *not* time for us to all get stuff. We had actually made sure there'd be time to do custom and that's where he said that basically they would only do flash for the rest of the day (which is not even close to what we were told on the phone). Lowkey felt embarrassed bc I had bragged on this place so much going into it but we ended up leaving and having a *fantastic* experience at a different shop that we've now made our go-to. Might've just been an off day or a new guy up front, but that was lowkey cringe.

This is my absolute favorite shop in the Nashville area! I've been working on getting tattoos with…read moreMaggie this summer and she's incredibly kind and very skilled in her work. Everyone in the shop is so welcoming which is really important when getting tattoos or piercings!

This place is absolutely amazing and I would recommend it to anyone looking to get a piercing! I…read morecame in yesterday and immediately off the bat was greeted with good vibes. I felt totally at ease as soon as the staff spoke to me and even more at ease with my piercer Ryan. So sweet and soft spoken and totally cares about how your piercing will heal and that whole process. I absolutely recommend him as a piercer as I got my snake bites by him and they look perfectly symmetrical and leveled. Can't wait to get my post resized in 2-3 weeks!! See yall soon!!

Great service! They got us in quickly and did an amazing job. Great pricing... the artist was…read moreawesome and enjoyed the music they played.

I got my first tattoo here and I think I'm going to be loyal to this shop for as long as I live…read morewithin reasonable distance. My partner also received a tattoo from a different artist. They are heavy handed, every line is full and bold. They specialize in vibrant high quality color tattoos. The atmosphere was AMAZING. Music was S-tier. Flash art on every single inch of the walls and ceilings. Amazing psychedelic surreal art! I am in love!!!

We decided at last minute to get tattoos, mother and daughter moment. The staff was nice and artist…read morewere friendly, the shop was clean and professional. I had my daughter's hand writing; she had a minimalist idea. Money well spent!! The flash books had some cute ideas, I wanted a few more. With the Prices reasonable, excellent quality of work. We'll be back!

My friend and I were literally on our way to another tattoo shop when we came upon this one. It was…read moreFriday the 13th and we were interested in flash tattoo specials. The girl at the desk was so incredibly sweet and helpful, we loved her! She had glasses and curly hair but I can't remember her name. We ended up picking tattoos from their flash book, and Aaron was our artist. Let me just say it took us forever to choose and we didn't feel rushed at all. It was a really laidback vibe, we appreciated that. Aaron was a cool and kind human being. He explained the process to us and honestly got the tattoos sketched and equipment ready very quickly. It was my friend's first tattoo and he made her feel comfortable. We chatted through the tattooing process and everything went smoothly. We were happy with the finished products. Overall it was an incredible experience and we are glad we stopped in!

SO IMPRESSED! I was…read moreso impressed with the selection and quality of the jewelry here. The staff is professional and knew exactly what they were doing. Having a medical background and watching them care for your piercings is amazing. They know what they're doing and they do it well! They have tons of snack, snacks, and anything you might need while you're there on your visit. Such a cool vibe and I came out inspired by the staff.

I want to start by saying the shop itself is great. It's clean, welcoming, and the staff working…read morethe front desk were friendly and professional. Unfortunately, I can't say the same about my experience with the tattoo itself. I do not recommend Tim Peterson. A friend and I came in for matching tattoos. Her design ended up being slightly larger than mine, but they were otherwise very similar. The quality of our tattoos, however, looks like they were done by two completely different artists--even though Tim did both. Within 3-4 days, I noticed part of my tattoo already looked faded and unfinished. I waited nearly a month before reaching out because I wanted to give it time to heal. When I contacted Tim, I told him I loved the design but felt part of it looked incomplete. He did not dispute my concerns when I showed him a photo of how the tattoo looked after nearly a month of healing and simply told me to come back so he could fix it. The problem is that I live over 4.5 hours from Nashville. Coming back isn't as simple as making a quick trip--I have to take time off work, drive several hours, and pay for a hotel. Despite staying in contact and trying to plan multiple trips, Tim never once mentioned there was a six-month deadline for complimentary touch-ups. It wasn't until I reached out recently about pricing for a friend who wanted a tattoo during an upcoming girls' trip that he mentioned his hourly rate is now $200. I then asked whether I'd have to pay to have my original tattoo fixed. That's when he informed me that because it had been over six months, a small touch-up would cost $100. Had I been told from the beginning that there was a six-month limit, I would have done everything possible to make it back sooner. But that was never communicated. This wasn't a tattoo that faded from age or sun exposure--it looked unfinished from the start. I assumed an artist would stand behind work that needed correction due to the original application, regardless of when I was able to return. His response was: "I'm not sure if you were under the impression you had unlimited time for a touch up. But unfortunately we can't offer that. If you were unhappy with the tattoo from the beginning I'd hate to solidify the unliked design further for you, and you may want to seek out another artist that works for you." Instead of standing behind his work, he suggested I find another artist to fix a tattoo he acknowledged needed to be touched up. That response was incredibly disappointing. I have several tattoos, and this is the first time I've encountered an artist who wasn't willing to stand behind the quality of their work. My issue isn't simply the touch-up fee--it's the lack of communication about the policy and the unwillingness to take responsibility for a tattoo that appeared incomplete from the beginning. If you're looking for an artist who stands behind their work and clearly communicates expectations, then do not book an appointment with Tim. I'm sharing this so future clients can make an informed decision before trusting someone to permanently tattoo their body. In my experience, I was left with work that appeared incomplete from the beginning and was then expected to either accept it if I couldn't return within six months (and was never originally told this time frame) or pay an additional $100 to have the original work corrected.

If you want a tattoo and you want someone with experience, confidence, and the absolute best…read morestories... run here. Chris is amazing and his background is solid proof. He's been on TV, worked on some of the greatest celebrities and still remains humble. Talk about a total package, thank you again. Also I hope you get a look-book together when we stop in next, you have lived a very interesting life. Also Post Malone signed my arm and I had to get it inked. Thank you all, you made dreams come true!!

Terrible experience. I used to come here for a good amount of my work but took a few year hiatus…read more Sent an email out this morning asking about some simple finger tattoos and receptionist told me I needed to come in and that "walk ins were available until close". I drove 45 mins, to this god forsaken city of traffic, just for her to tell me that the shop owner had left and only he could do it because the other artists weren't comfortable. No one there, now that my former artist Matt has left, can fill in an inch by half inch space in black? Not to mention I told her exactly what I needed done and she said walk ins were cool until close. I got there at 4PM and NO OTHER CUSTOMER WAS THERE. It was completely dead. No one in the lobby, no one in a chair. No actual artist could come over and speak to me and see that im not asking for anything crazy? I wasted $30 in gas, $20 parking, and 2 hours of my life driving. People constantly ask where I get my work done but I won't be a walking advertisement for this shop anymore. Just going to tell them I get my work done at Black 13.

Great experience with Jason. Extremely clean, nice and knows his craft…read more Definitely recommend coming here to see Jason for your artwork. He's been tattooing for 30 years.

UPDATED. The shop is now moved from the Elliston location to a brand new building in the Buchanan…read moreArts District right across the street from Slim & Huskys. The shop has a really nice industrial chic vibe inside, super bright and clean. And of course, there's still all those awesome framed flash tattoo sheets to look at around the walls. This new spot is so neatly laid out, with a front desk and seating area, the four guys each having their own space; yet the shop still feels open and organized. Extra bonus points that there is a great parking lot behind the building. If you want super quality work and serious artistry skills from someone that's been in the business for 20 years who doesn't overbook himself and will get you an appointment set up quickly, James is still my recommendation. He's gonna work with you to give you what you want while also being knowledgeable enough about the industry to give you advice on how to ensure you're getting a tattoo that will look perfect for a lifetime.

Hey if you want to get ripped off come here ! Where you're quoted $250 for a small tattoo... shop…read moreminimum is a $100 and they will give you a book that a 5 year old can draw. Employee was nonchalant and didn't really care, seems he wasn't confident in his abilities so quoting us something outrageous was suitable. I wish I would have taken a photo of the book he handed me. Vibe was way off 0 stars if I could and that's just being honest. Thanks rebel yell.

Yep!!! Went back for more!!! Try anything once but if I like it? I'll be back for more!!!…read moreJosh brought it on day 2 just as good as day one!!! Gave new life to an old tat. Wish I would have thought to do a before pic. Josh added lines for more definition and pink shading to give depth. Did not change original design, which was what I wanted, just a "sprucing up"!! Thanks Josh! You nailed it!!

Every time I go into Victory it's always a great time! What an amazing staff, quality work, and…read morethey never disappoint. The only shop I've been going to for the last 10 years. I'm working my way through getting tattooed by all the artists. The vibe is always great! The front desk is always so helpful every time I come in and I can't recommend Victory enough to anyone that asks where I get tattooed

I was visiting friends in Nashville and decided it would be a good time to get my next tattoo. I…read morewas able to get in right away and they were so helpful. They took my design idea and made it a reality. Ben was so detailed and did a great job quickly!