Absolutely LOVE Roger!! Waited 10 years to go to him and sooo worth the wait!! Creates unique art just for you that no one else will have! Very clean nice shop. Good dude, good music. Outstanding artist. Worth every penny. Husband and I have been going to him for almost a year now constantly and no plans on stopping anytime soon. read more

Star City Tattoos - One of my smaller pieces ive gotten in the last year. Poison ice cream cone. - Tattoo Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

I used to go to Star City for piercings and was trying to do some research for a coverup and a friend recommended Roger. After being told to add him on Facebook to see more of his work, he wrote this comment on my personal Facebook (see attached). I have never spoken or know Roger, but was adding him to do my research for my coverup. Completely classless and needless to say, will never give them my business again. Also passing this along to the person who recommended him to me. No matter how talented you may be, this attitude is unacceptable and a complete turnoff. read more

Star City Tattoos - Comment from Roger on my personal Facebook - Tattoo Near Me - Roanoke, Virginia

Anyone who has actually worked with Roger knows he is the sweetest guy and very attentive to his work. He is very detail oriented and has the best work around. He did my drawing and my tattoo better than I could have ever imagined! I will be a lifelong client. read more

I chose 1 star instead of zero, because Roger was at least polite to me after emailing back and forth (and then not answering me at all-twice). He refused to do a consult for an arm piece because he didn't want to even discuss going around my other tattoos. Basically, unless you give him free reign to do exactly what he wants- AND you don't bother him by having someone else's work on your body- you may be able to put down a deposit, and talk about your tattoo. Not only did he say he wouldn't even do a cover up, he wouldn't even see me to discuss it. Or anything. I can't tell you whether he's a good guy or not, since he wouldn't even meet me. read more

Haven't seen much about Joshua on here but he is incredible. Works fast with good pace. Good times breaks individualized to how YOURE doing and not how much work he has to do or how little. Very easy to get along with.shop was EXTREMELY clean and the owner is a very fun guy. read more

Wow! I can't even begin to describe what an amazing tattoo artist Roger is. He spoke with me on the phone and made the ideas in my mind come to life. Even the color scheme! He was so helpful and did an amazing job. His studio is clean and professional looking, showcasing true art. Roger is sarcastic and if you get that about him you'll have a great time! I had to move for internship and residency the last two years and made the mistake of seeing someone else for a tattoo, which I'm going to have to have Roger cover up as soon as I move back. I also have some more ideas for him in mind! Follow his Instagram and Facebook to see his work, you'll be longing for one of his designs. Also, know that good work isn't cheap. Have a price range in mind you're willing to spend and he can work with you, but know he may be more than other places but it's totally worth it and you won't have to worry about getting it covered up because it's so amazing!!!!! read more

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Roger is a complete and total asshole! Went in to talk about getting a custom tattoo, while sitting in the lobby flipping through his books, accidentally knocked a candle warmer over and he came running out cussing at me and my father asking "wtf is wrong with you you fucking idiots". Needless to say we got up to leave and he followed us out of the building still yelling and cussing us. Definately no way to conduct a business and i would not recommend my worst enemy to go get a tattoo from this dick. Just because he can do good work doesnt give him a free pass to treat his customers like shit. If i could, I would give this place 0 stars. read more

I tried contacting them twice via phone and left messages with no response. Went in there personally and left my information and design and they still didn't call me back. Awful customer service. read more

I have been looking for a great artist to help me bring my idea for a half sleeve together. Jackie was my first choice after seeing her work online. She was so great in helping me gather my thoughts on what I wanted. This was my first large piece and the first time that I ever drove out of state to get something done, and she helped put my mind at ease. When the day came to get it done, I was simply blown away by the work. Even before I left my hotel to drive home, I had people taking photos of my art work!!! read more

I went back the other day for my second tattoo. I wanted something that would memorialize my hobby as a blacksmith making 18th century reproductions. I had pictures of an 18th century anvil, hammer, and hand-forged tongs that I sent to Jackie, as well as the blacksmith guild motto. She combined all the elements in an extremely cool arrangement, and as always, her execution of the tattoo was fantastic! This time I was in the chair for a little over 3 hours, and the price for the work was extremely reasonable. When you consider the quality of her work, it's actually a steal. I could not be happier with her work. For any more ink I ever have done, it's Jackie that'll be doing it. read more

I can't believe that there have only been 3 reviews of Star City Tattoos. On the one hand, I'm happy since I can get an appointment pretty easily. On the other, it's upsetting as I feel that Roger LaDouceur should be a household name in the tattoo industry. So at the risk of having to wait longer for future appointments, I just have to say it - Roanoke, you don't know how lucky you are to have an artist of his caliber in town! If he were in Pittsburgh, I'd have to wait up to a year or more to get a spot. But he's not...so I will gladly make the five hour drive down to get work done by a true professional. read more

Absolutely hands-down the best tattoo shop in Southwest Va! Roger runs a true art studio. No flash here, just custom works of art applied by true experts in their field. All three artists- Roger, Katelyn, and Josh are perfectionists and will give you absolutely 110%. I have known and been tattooed by Roger for over 10 years and would consider going nowhere else for any ink. Keep in mind that this is a professional adult oriented shop. In other words, put your big-boy and big-girl pants on before making an appointment. Don't expect to be able to walk in and get work done without a consultation. Allow the artist to evaluate your request and LISTEN to their advice. If they tell you that what you want is not feasible, then listen to them and don't get mad about it, its's not personal. Too many people have left negative reviews based on their feelings, well Star City Tattoos is a professional tattoo shop, not self help studio. read more

Being with a wife who loves her ink and searches for ever improving artistic quality led us to Roger LaDouceur at Star City Tattoos. The entire experience here, from quality of work to Roger's thoroughly professional and friendly manner set a high bar for others to seek. Star City is impeccably clean throughout, accented by Roger's amazing non-tattoo art works and sets an inviting vibe for anyone new to the shop. As good as the shop is, and as enjoyable as Roger's personality is, it is the quality of work that excels above all else. Easily (seriously!) among the best of tattoo artists, Roger's works are the quality one typically sees on the pages of reputable tattoo magazines. What's great is one doesn't have to envy any of that art - one just has to visit Roger to get it. This is the real deal.. read more