My wife and I got tattoos at Mockingbird while in town over the holidays, and Radha and her team were terrific. The shop is modern, clean, and looks extremely professional - fun art on the walls, comfortable seating, and just a nice vibe all around. Radha is the owner and did my tattoo, and she couldn't have had me more at ease for my FIRST tattoo. She's friendly, reliable (we had to make a flight out of Tampa that night, and had plenty of spare time), creative, and professional. As for pain, it was ~50% of what I'd expected for a 2.5 hr session, I was totally comfortable throughout, and the tattoo came out perfectly. My wife got a smaller tattoo by Jason, and he was also incredibly friendly, funny, and easy-going. Hers was a pretty simple fill-in between some other tattoos, but it looks excellent. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town, and I fully recommend Mockingbird if you're in the area. read more

In town from Ohio and wanted to get my first tattoo and settled on this location after a little research. Everyone was very friendly and professional. They offered snacks and made sure all questions were answered for us. Dana did a great job. Check them out! read more

Mockingbird Tattoo Company - Tattoo Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Love these folks. Radha has done my tattoos for years and I'm always sending those in public who compliment my ink straight to Mockingbird. Ethical, talented, professionals with integrity and style to spare. read more

The Mockingbird Tattoo shop owner and Dana, my tattoo artist I was assigned to, were both so welcoming and friendly. At the age of 65, this was my first ever tattoo. It was on my bucket list to get a pelican in flight tattoo. Dana did a wonderful job. She is so talented, sweet, and gentle. It was not painful at all. My tattoo looked just like the pic I had shown Dana. It is absolutely beautiful!! I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of getting my first tattoo thanks to Dana and the kind shop owner. read more

Byron did an awesome job! This was my second time with Mockingbird, but first with Byron and he kill it. When you pick Mockingbird you know you are getting an amazing artist. This is this nicest, cleanest and most well shop I have ever been to. I will definitely be back for my elbow! read more

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I filled out the online application and submitted pictures of the concept I wanted, but after a few days with no response I decided to go into the shop and make an appt for consultation. I was seen immediately by one artist and it went well and I was excited to have my tattoo. She was busy with an upcoming appt., but referred me to another artist who she said was great and would be able to work with me. I met with that other artist and after a brief description of what I wanted with pictures as a reference, she drew up a concept for me. My initial reaction was that I really liked it. I did have a few concerns about the center and the ultimate size and she said to put the stencil of it on and get a better feel for it. I did that, texted my daughter to see what her thoughts were and she thought the size was too large also. When I tried to "tweak" the idea/design with the artist, she told me that my daughter had influenced me because I liked it until I spoke with her. She told me that she felt I wasn't ready for it, that she didn't think it was too large and halfway through when I asked if we could collaborate more on the design, she said "she needs a moment" and got up and left. I heard her talking about me and when she came back she said she couldn't do what I wanted. When I asked if anyone else there could, or even the first artist I spoke to, she said no; that no one there would do it. So it seems like you are offered one design and there is no collaboration between artist and client. I tried to have a conversation with her about how I could change the design so that I could make it the size I wanted it going forward, because I really do want this type of design, just on a smaller scale. Really poor communication and customer service and I was really upset when I was told to leave and that no-one would help. Thank goodness there are other places in town to go to. read more

I've been to Mockingbird Tattoo two times and have an appointment to come back a third time. The people in the shop are so friendly. The shop is very clean, bright, and nice place to be in. Dana is fantastic and somehow knows exactly what to design. read more

I researched tattoo shops while in Sarasota. I chose Mockingbird after doing my research. I was extremely fortunate to get Radha to tattoo me. She is absolutely amazing. The work she did is incredible. My wife and son also got tattoos. Jason and Dana both did amazing jobs. I would absolutely recommend Moclingbird to anyone that wants an outstanding tattoo and wonderful experience. read more

I called and had an idea in my head and Some picture ideas and sent them to Justin and he executed it perfectly! I ended up having 4 sessions with Justin and my fiancé had a few appointments with Jason. They both did amazing work and we love our tattoos! I would go back to them for every tattoo! read more

Mockingbird Tattoo Company - Tattoo Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Byron did my two sisters and I's tattoos. He did a wonderful job and is very sweet. Thank you Byron for everything read more

Mockingbird Tattoo Company - Infinity and cross. Love it. - Tattoo Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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When our usual guy had to cancel for our tattoo appointment this place was recommended. First let's talk about the shop it's self. From the moment you walk in the atmosphere is so relaxed and peaceful that i immediately felt safe and comfortable. It was my adult daughter's first tattoo and we were immediately greeted by a wonderfully nice receptionist who helped us through the process. My daughter was assigned to Ashley who was super friendly and made the experience amazing, not to mention her work was beautiful. While sitting there myself and husband decided to get a tattoo as well and they were able to work with us. Both Dana and Jason helped us design the perfect tattoos and were great to deal with. Unfortunately for our other guy this is definitely going to be our tattoo shop of choice If get another one. read more

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Ashley's line work on my tattoo is GORGEOUS. This was my first tattoo ever and I felt very welcomed into the studio. Ashley was kind and accommodating. Thank you so much, I hope to come back again for my next tattoo in the future! read more

First timers here! My husband and I felt absolutely at ease. They were kind, absolutely talented artists. But what made me feel better is that small tattoo or large, they treated us with dignity and respect and never let us feel our tattoo was nothing but special. I'm so very pleased we chose to go here for our first tattoo. Highly recommend!! read more

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The shop is beautiful, clean and welcoming. Radha put her artistic spin combining aspects of a few different compass designs I showed her and the end result could not have been more perfect. I am so happy with my decision to come to this shop and so thrilled Radha was able to squeeze me in on a Friday evening! I will HIGHLY recommend! read more

Mockingbird Tattoo Company - Tattoo Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

My sister, mom, and I all went in and got a simple matching tattoo. Jason was super friendly and did a great job! The place is extremely clean and nice. I'm happy with my decision on choosing this place to go to! I'd recommend it to everyone :) read more

First time here and first tattoo. The shop is incredibly clean and the staff very professional and friendly. Dana did an amazing job on my tattoo! read more

I loved my experience at Mockingbird Tattoo! It was a very clean, open salon, that made you feel welcome the second you stepped in. I also greatly appreciated the fact that since we're still in a pandemic, masks are REQUIRED. I had Dana as an artist, and she created a perfect tattoo given my pictures and description. I will definitely be back for future tattoos! read more

This shop is perfect. It's super clean and everyone there makes you feel very comfortable. Justin Forgea couldn't have been a better artist for my first tattoo. He's gentle. He explains what is happening and he patiently works with you to make sure you will get exactly what you want. He even created a fake Sharpie tattoo with a misspelling so I could tease my husband when I got home. A friend who has amazing body art recommended Mockingbird to me. I'm certainly glad he did. read more

I went here for my first tattoo. The tattoo artists are so nice and knowledgeable. They make you feel comfortable there. I was extremely nervous since it was a rib cage tattoo. I had Camila and she was so nice and helped calm my nerves. She did exactly what I wanted for a tattoo. Her work is beautiful. I still am in love with my tattoo. I will definitely come back if I ever get another tattoo. Thank you Camila!! read more

Justin squeezed my husband and I for a walk in appointment and we had the best experience - everyone there was kind and down to earth, they made us feel comfortable and weren't intimidating at all. Would highly recommend! read more

Justin did a great job with my colorful tattoo. He is a genius at blending colors. I have had numerous complements on the colors. It is just a really beautiful tattoo. read more

I have been thinking about getting a small tattoo for a while, checking Yelp and Google reviews. I have visited a number of local tattoo parlors with the intention to get one but never felt a good fit. I have asked a lot of people about where they got their tattoos and Mockingbird kept coming up. They have fewer reviews on Yelp because they only do tattoos not piercing and the majority of the reviews for the other tattoo shops are actually for piercing. But on Google 71 reviews 4.9 is a truer reflection of the store. Anyway, I went to see mockingbird and was very impressed. Clean and open, not cluttered a really nice place. Justin was very nice, patient and made me feel very comfortable. I was super nervous, the irony is that in my twenties I got a lot and pretty big tattoos but back then I was fearless, not so much now :) The tattoo was tiny and was exactly what I wanted. Professional all the way, I especially liked the printed after care card and sample of bacitracin. I would highly recommend this place, especially for anyone interested in getting their first tattoo. Once healed I will post a picture. read more

I didn't get a tattoo here to start off. The business was clean and staff friendly. I just never ending up getting a tattoo there because of price and time restraints. Would recommend to others. read more

This shop was highly recommended to me by some friends, and my experience was nothing short of awesome!! It was my first tattoo and I had been searching for years for the right fit. From the phone call I had with Radha to the moment I stepped in the door I knew this was the place for me!! Everyone is very professional, friendly and courteous!! It was a wonderful experience and I will be coming back again!! read more

My wife and I live in Atlanta, and usually go to Siesta Key for a week once a year. I decide to check out tattoo artist in the area this time, and found there are several shops. After a little research I found Mockingbird. This shop definitely stood out above the rest. All of the artist do impressive work. After seeing Justin's work I decided to bring home a tattoo from this years vacation. When I showed his work to my wife she also decided she wanted a tattoo to be her beach souvenir too. We we able to both get appointments on the last day of our trip. When we got to the shop we were greeted by Justin and shown the drawings he had made for us. Mine was exactly what I wanted! My wife made a few revisions while I was getting tattooed. After mine was finished we took a lunch break while Justin made the adjustments on my wife's hourglass tattoo. When she came back it was exactly what she was looking for. We both could not be any happier with our tattoos. Justin went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. He even stayed after hours to complete her tattoo. He's a super cool dude and an amazing artist. Looking forward to another piece from him. Thanks again Justin!! read more

I found Justin Forgea on Instagram here a while back and fell in love with his work. We communicated through a few messages and finally I went in to meet him and further discuss. The day I went, he unfortunately was not at the shop, but Jason was there and was super nice and told me to try again on the days he was there. So finally I met Justin and we discussed my ideas and immediately I knew this was the person to do my tattoo! He was very open to my idea and understood exactly what I was looking for. As soon as I saw the sketch that he drew for me it was perfection!!! I now have this outstanding, amazing, beautiful, colorful tattoo that I am absolutely over the moon for. Justin is very professional and open to small changes and super easy to work with. The shop itself is insanely clean and nice and it's a super comfortable environment where you feel welcome. I wish I could give 10 stars to an amazing shop with fantastic artists! read more

My husband and I just finished a session with Justin. We are from out of town and went to a few shops to in the area to talk about our idea/design. Once we met Justin we knew it was the place for us. He offered to stay late for and said he'd have our design ready. Justin not only had a great personality, he was super patient and answered all of our questions. Justin never once made us feel rushed and always made us comfortable and at home. We had the pleasure of meeting the talented owner Radha who was also very personable. Highly recommend this spot for some fabulous design work. Will definelty be going back! read more

Decided to add some more ink to the collection and I'd have to say, I picked the right place to go. The shop was clean and well kept with a great vibe. The staff was very courteous even though most of them were working on one project or another. The quality of work surpassed my expectations! I'd definitely recommend this shop to anyone looking for a new tattoo! read more