Got my rook, flat, forward helix, and both upper lobes pierced at Skin & Soul. I love their…read moreattention to detail and safety precautions. I had to separate out the piercings into two separate appointments a month apart to ease into them, but glad I did because the swelling might've been too intense. Highly recommend Skin & Soul for all your piercing needs!

I had the pleasure of being tattooed by Sage today. I went with my friend and he was great with…read moreexplaining everything to us. Very reasonable pricing, I'll certainly be returning in the future for more ink!

Plata is the man! He did a great thigh Tat for me!…read more they seem to really care about their customers that they tattoo the shop is clean everyone's nice. The price was reasonable. It was a fantastic experience.! Troy "Spyda" Hill

The process was so smooth, and Chris did an amazing job. He's friendly and personable, and chatting…read morewith him while getting the tattoo made the time fly by! Good vibes at this tattoo shop overall. Great music, great people, awesome decor.

My mother, daughter, and I all got matching memorial tattoos for my grandmother from Camy. It was a…read morefirst tattoo for me and my daughter, and we had a great experience. Camy was great about answering my daughter's questions about hypoallergenic ink and working with my mother's "mature" skin. Looking forward to more art from Camy.

I've been coming to Slave to the Needle since around 2017 early 2018 and have had a lot of work…read moredone through the shop over the years -- enough to know the difference between a good experience and an exceptional one. During that time I've never actually written a review before, but my recent sessions with Tim Bradley (aka Mean Ole Tim) at the Wallingford location deserve one. Tim has been an absolute standout. He's not just a skilled tattooer -- he's an artist and professional in the truest sense. His ability to translate an idea into something that feels both deeply personal and beautifully cohesive is unreal. He recently completed a full torso panel of my German shepherd, Stryder, in an Irezumi-inspired style, as well as two custom hand pieces -- and every step of the process was collaborative, thoughtful, and executed with precision. What I appreciate most is Tim's mix of humility, humor, and quiet confidence. He listens, gives honest feedback, and works with a level of care that shows in every line and aspect of the piece. The end result isn't just cool ink -- it's art that carries weight, intention, and soul. After nearly a decade with STTN, I can say this has been one of my best experiences yet. If you're looking for someone who genuinely gives a damn about both the craft and the client, Tim's your guy.

Super friendly, clean, colorful. Booking online and filling out all the consent forms that I needed…read moreto upload for my 17-year-old's piercing was easy and quick. There was lots of street parking near the tattoo parlor and we were greeted immediately. At every step of the way, details about cost, and what was right for my child's ear size, and what the procedure would entail, and post care, and healing. I felt really informed and empowered. I have never set foot in a tattoo parlor before, but I see the appeal- what a great, friendly bunch of people, and what great work they do! I cannot recommend this place enough!

I just needed a simple piercing, just an additional hole with a simple earring and I wasn't sure…read morewhat kind of service I would receive at a place I've never been before. It was so amazing and I was so impressed. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted in a very nice way, my needs were heard and respected, and, oh my, what a selection of different jewelry they have to pick from, very impressive! Adam did my ear piercing and listened to where I wanted the new piercing and Adam double checked before we proceeded with the piercing. But what most impressed me was how he prioritized Sanitation. I think he must have changed his gloves four times after he touched every item needed for the process. He explained aftercare very well. Checkout was wonderful too, they made sure that I knew how to contact them at any time if I had any other questions or concerns after the fact. Oh, and they made sure I knew what the end cost would be even before the actual piercing so there are no surprises at checkout.

I came in for a piercing and the process from booking to getting my piercing was super smooth. I…read morebooked with Colin and have no regrets! You have to check in to your appointment through a QR code on the front door before they let you in to browse the jewelry selection (don't look like a dummy like me in trying to pull the doors before seeing the code). Someone will let you in and explain the jewelry selection that they have. From what I know, the prices for titanium ear piercings (I chose this) were fairly standard compared to other places. Once I chose my jewelry, I filled out an online form and waited for my piercer. Once Colin took me back to the piercing room (very clean room), he walked me through the process and explained in depth what to do and not do with a new piercing. I was able to ask him some questions about my existing cartilage piercing and I'm so grateful that I got some advice on it! My piercing process was quick and painless and I highly recommend Colin for any piercings.

Miss Bella was fabulous from our first email. Responsive, cool, and super talented, she was quite…read moreserious about getting my feedback and talking through our plan before we ever got started. I love the atmosphere in the studio, very open, clean, and again, private rooms that give you the opportunity to spread out and be comfy. Did I mention the reception desk? The young dude up front was so good, thoughtful, helpful. I will definitely come back to Bella in the future.

I had an amazing experience at Finer Things Tattoo getting my fine line phoenix on my shoulder. I…read moregave 2 reference photos, and Zezi truly brought the vision to life in a way that exceeded my expectations. The piece is bold, beautiful, and incredibly detailed. Zezi is professional, creative, and made the entire experience comfortable from start to finish. You can tell she really listens to her clients and takes pride in her work. I highly recommend Finer Things Tattoo if you're looking for custom work that is both artistic and personal.

My 13-year-old dog, my fur baby, and my best friend Ghost passed away earlier this year. After he…read moredied, I decided my first tattoo would be a memorial to him. I spent days researching artists, and Finer Things immediately stood out. Their style was exactly what I hoped for. From the start, Zezi and the team were incredibly attentive to everything I asked for. A few months later, I came into the studio for my appointment and the custom designs captured Ghost perfectly. Zezi prepared several thoughtful options, and once I chose my favorite, she got to work. She was warm, welcoming, and made my first tattoo experience unforgettable. I cannot recommend Zezi and Finer Things Tattoo Studio enough, especially if you are looking to honor a furry loved one.

Jo exceeded every expectation. I came in needing a replacement tragus post, and she took the time…read moreto thoroughly explain the parts, proper removal, and how to adjust the main piece. She even helped diagnose a problem with my nose ring. Her expertise and friendly approach turned a simple visit into a genuinely great experience.

I honestly feel bad leaving this review because the piercer was very passionate about the craft,…read morebut the experience was not what I expected. First off, the timing of the appointment was 1.5 hours for just double ear piercings. She spent 30 minutes talking about the future of my ear, but a quick comment asking about future piercings would have been sufficient. It was too much. After signing the consent form, the piercer pulled out a thick binder and started showing me all kinds of pictures and scars and infections from piercings. That felt unnecessary. I told her I brought my sister to double check the piercings were straight as a light hearted comment. That ended making the process so much longer as she went into so much detail on the science of marking the ear. We did not need all the information on how she was going to pierce the ear, I just wanted it straight. At one point, we almost thought about leaving, but we had already invested an hour of our time. I felt uncomfortable trying to figure out how to move the appointment along without hurting her feelings. It became stressful as the customer. At the end of the day, the piercings are straight, the jewelry is good quality, and the piercer had good intentions. Although I just wish the appointment went smoother so we could of spent more time looking jewelry and potentially buying pieces. I felt exhausted by the end of the appointment.

Sam is great, he has been our Tattoo Artist for over 15 years and we continue to come back. Highly…read morerecommended.

Highly recommend Steadfast Art Collective. I went here after I lost my mom. I asked to have my…read moremom's handwriting put on my lower inside arm. Tori took a card with my mom's writing. It was exactly what I wanted. I love it. Highly recommend Tori and Steadfast Art Collective. Tori did a fantastic job preparing before and at the appointment. She had a great temperament and set me immediately at ease. She was super supportive and I would love to get another tattoo from her.

Absolutely fantastic service and highly talented artists. Raika was very kind and listened to all…read moremy concerns about art I brought in, gave me a great price and helped me with everything else, especially medical and skin requirements. Located right on the #5 bus route on the east side of Greenwood Ave. N, halfway down the block, next to Greenwood nails and spa, Evergree Tree also. Rajin specializes mostly in Japanese art, but there is almost no limit to what they can do. Just look at the other photos that other clients have posted. They sold me!

Worked with Shulan for a new piece of patch work. It was an absolutely amazing experience and she…read morewas more than happy to work with me to adjust a flash to fit me. The studio is clean and well organized and modern.