The Apollo Tattoo &amp; Piercing Studio

Jack is a prince of a man and I look forward to doing business with him again. He has a beautiful…read morestore and he's a prince of a man. Thank you for helping my son and I with his watchband. So glad that you had the OEM screw part that we needed. You really made our day. Thank you for your generosity as well. See you soon Jack. Your store is beautiful and you're a beautiful guy too. Craig and CJ.

The service was great and fast, ring looked brand new Note…read morethat the Google Maps location is incorrect and it's around the corner- they were quick to respond after a call

2.07 carat marquise on a 14kt gold curved band

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Before with one of the pearls missing - this ring is close to 100 years old

By Musti Fine Jewelry

4.9(56 reviews)

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Musti, Thank you…read moreagain for the beautiful diamond necklace you created for Sasha. The craftsmanship is exceptional, and the attention to detail is evident throughout the piece. I looked at it through a loop - perfectly done and polished. I'm excited to give it to her. Thank you again for creating something elegant and special. Paul

My wife was beside herself on our 5th Wedding Anniversary last night when I presented her with the…read morebracelet Musti created from my Grandmas 90+ year old engagement ring diamond. Two thumbs up. Musti is top shelf in the field. He's the competition. Highly recommended.

Cushion cut diamond bezel set engagement ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum.

Oval diamond engagement ring with diamond hidden halo set in 18K yellow gold

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Colombian emerald pear cut and bezel ring set in 14k yellow gold.

Moondance Jewelry Gallery

4.1(75 reviews)

2.2 mi

I bought a gold mono hoop for my guy, and about a year later, he accidentally (somehow) managed to…read morebend the clasp part that keeps it hooked. Brought it back to Moondance for repair, fully expecting to pay for it, and they ended up comping the service, which honestly made my week. And if/when he breaks this one too, sales-gem Muni has already shown me the next upgrade. I love going back to a store that treats people so nicely. Makes me want to spend more money at their store, which is either a wonderful or terrible thing, depending on my wallet.

I've been shopping at Moondance for about 20 years and have consistently been pleased with my…read morepurchases and experiences. In an environment where online shopping has thrived and small local businesses have suffered, Moondance is proof that in-person shopping experiences and relationships are more relevant than ever when done right! The staff have been there for years which in and of itself says something! I've highly valued their knowledge, serviceability, and willingness to go above and beyond for me. Moondance has become one of my primary go-to local jewelry boutiques for gifts at all price points -- whether it be gifts for myself or others.

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Heist Jewelry

4.9(37 reviews)

Bought my wife's one-carat diamond ring more than ten years ago, appraised at $15K. It was snagging…read moreon clothing. Heist re-did the setting, saying, "Good thing you brought it in." A month or two later the diamond fell out and was lost. Ten years no problem. They "fix it" and now it's gone forever. There is more to this story but I'll just leave it there. Nice guy, but I'd shop elsewhere.

Thank you Sean for my beautiful diamond tennis necklace. My…read morehusband went to Sean to get me an anniversary gift and Sean picked the perfect piece. I was so impressed with my diamond tennis necklace!! Will be shopping at Heist Jewelry from now on!!!

Rose Gold Ring

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Ele Keats Jewelry

4.9(99 reviews)

I live out of state, so I make all of my orders online or over the phone. The customer service is…read moreexemplary, and the jewelry is always beautiful. I most recently needed a gift for a friend, and I was concerned about whether I'd ordered early enough to receive my order in time (my friend is moving, so we were facing a hard deadline). Everyone at the store was super helpful, and my order was received swiftly. (I paid a little extra for expedited shipping) They offered to send me pictures of different pieces to consider, so I'd know exactly what I was getting, and they helped me find the perfect gift in my price range. The quality of their jewelry is superb, and there's a ton to choose from. Ele and her team clearly love what they do, and it shows. They're friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Their positive energy can be felt in the jewelry as well. Customer for life over here!

My daughter loves the rose quartz designs and crystal chairs. They have a super nice staff. The…read moreselection of stones/crystals and jewelry is abundant. We have been visiting for years and always pick something up. The necklaces on the stones and sculptures are some details my daughter really enjoys

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The magical crystal chairs! Try the pink one.

Curated Los Angeles

4.7(15 reviews)

2.3 mi

Unique LA Designs and Good Service…read more This is a great spot if you're looking for designs unique to Los Angeles and wish to support local artisans. It is 100% original pieces by artists whom the owner knows personally. Liz curates with care for both the artists and customers who frequent her store. I purchased something and wasn't totally satisfied with my purchase. The owner, Liz, went out of her way to resolve it! She puts careful thought and effort into her role as an ambassador on behalf of the artisans she represents.

TLDR: don't trust this place with your precious jewelry…read more I had a ring band repaired here last year and it went fine. No issues. Recently, on my second visit to Curated LA, I brought my antique wedding ring in to have it resized. It is a Victorian era ring (very old but well maintained). They said it would be ready in a few days. The next week I reached out to see if it was ready and they said that the prongs needed to be secured, which would cost an additional amount. I agreed and they said they were working on it that day. 3 days later I checked in to see if it was ready for pick up. She said they were still working on it and she'd contact me the following week. The following week she said they were still working on it. It was finally ready 2 weeks after I'd originally brought it in. She said it looked like new. When I picked it up we were heading out of town to evacuate the Palisades fire so I was in a rush, but quickly thereafter noticed the prongs looked misshapen and it was snagging on things. I was planning on bringing it back in when we got back to town. Before I had the chance to a small diamond fell out. I messaged Curated LA that a stone had fallen out and I was very upset - they had just adjusted the prongs (which I hadn't even brought the ring in for). I was told to bring the ring in to have them look at it. No apology. Also no apology for the delay on getting it back to me in the first place. When I voiced frustration she said that they do so many repairs each week she can't keep track, my ring wasn't in good condition, and that stones fall out all of the time - from new rings and vintage ones alike. Regardless, I am not bringing my ring back to Curated LA. It is not about the money (the repairs didn't cost much). They never offered to refund it or to replace the missing stone. I'm bringing it to a jeweler that has a workshop in house and does it themselves rather than outsourcing it. Don't trust your valued jewelry for repairs with this shop.

Your ear stack, your rules. Mix diamond hoops, drops and delicate gold details at Curated Los Angeles on Montana Avenue.

Curated Los Angeles - An opal butterfly with color that changes in every light. Discover one-of-a-kind jewelry at Curated Los Angeles on Montana Avenue.

An opal butterfly with color that changes in every light. Discover one-of-a-kind jewelry at Curated Los Angeles on Montana Avenue.

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Create your perfect ear stack with diamond huggies, studs and cuffs. Visit Curated Los Angeles on Montana Avenue.

L'Oliphant Fine Jewelry Artisan & Repair

4.6(100 reviews)

2.3 mi

TL;DR - L'Oliphant sold us a FAKE men's wedding band that was listed as 14KT solid white gold (for…read more$1,000!). We found out AFTER our wedding that it was some alloy of iron and nickel covered in gold. When we went to the shop, BJ didn't take any responsibility. After my husband pressured her she did eventually refund us for the original amount. However, we still suffered losses paying for the ring authentication AND the increase in gold price from last year. Oh and now we know we had a FAKE ring in our wedding and all of the photos for the rest of our lives. You can see in my Yelp history that I normally avoid writing reviews like this, as I understand how bad reviews can impact certain businesses. I already know that the owner BJ is going to write and deny all of this but I feel that I'm truly doing the public a disservice by not saying anything because we got scammed. The only thing that would have prevented me from leaving this review is if she took FULL responsibility and went above and beyond to make it right. Clearly, we are all reading my review right now so she did NOT make it right or even take an inkling of responsibility. We were recommended L'Oliphant's services for custom engagement and wedding bands. The entire process took a few weeks in 2024. The process was not as smooth as I would have preferred - their receipt system is absolutely a mess, and we had to drive across town numerous times for appointments or to review designs in person. What really was the kicker - we purchased a men's white gold wedding band and we were assured it was solid gold. Priced at $1000. When we received it, it had an imperfection on it that we pointed out several times to BJ but she kept insisting that it was just an issue with the casting and refused to fix it. Anyways, we were sick and tired of driving all the way across town every week so we just accepted it and assumed we could polish out the imperfection later. Because how were we supposed to know? A few months after our wedding, we took a necklace to a different jeweler down the street for some work. Asked him if he could polish the imperfection on the ring. Immediately he knew it wasn't solid gold. Showed us on the microscope - the imperfection was actually a CHIP in the top layer of gold and there was some non gold metal underneath. He also did a scratch test for us to show that the metal underneath was not gold. I've attached a photo of the imperfection under the microscope and you can clearly see, it is not gold underneath. We called L'Oliphant to ask them, Christina picked up the phone and was very kind and assured us they would make it right but that we could take it to an independent coin shop that does gold scanning to be sure. We followed her recommendation and paid $50 for the written report. The gold shop scanned the ring right in front of us where the imperfection was and showed us that it had nickel and iron in it. No gold ring should have nickel or iron, and the shop owners actually told us that they wouldn't even buy that kind of ring because the gold layer on top is essentially worthless due to the alloy content inside. This gold shop is a highly reputable business with 500+ Yelp reviews and a 4.8 star rating - so we have no reason not to believe them. I've attached a video of the scan (sped up, as Yelp does not allow videos over 30s). When we brought the scan proof and ring back to L'Oliphant, BJ took zero responsibility and immediately denied everything, stating that "other jewelers have it out for us here" and that "some people put acid on their jewelry" and also that "the scanner may not have been calibrated correctly" so she needed to test it herself. She took out a literal magnet and showed us that it did not stick to the ring. Amazing. I asked if she had her scanner or even some microscope to look at it in store and she said no, that she'd have to take the ring and scan it within the next two weeks. My husband pushed her to refund us the original amount, which she did, but that was the BARE MINIMUM in making this right for us. BJ took the ring and told us she would test the ring HERSELF. This is the only test we've had without transparency where we won't be able to see the results with our eyes. To add insult to injury - she had one of her shop associates call us to tell us a week later that, miraculously, the ring is solid gold based on her tests. I already know she will respond to my review denying this - she can deny all she wants but we took the ring and had it verified by TWO independent sources and both sources confirmed it was not solid gold. The worst part was - the imperfection on the ring was already there the day we bought it. It never should have been sold to us like that, but I'm truly grateful it was there, as we probably would not have found out that the ring was fake until years later. I would not recommend doing business with L'Oliphant.

Have shopped at this store for many many years and things have gone down hill. Selection, quality,…read moreand most notably, customer service. Owner is quite grumpy and unpleasant.

Mokume gane James Binnion wedding bands

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Katie Baele's white gold vintage wedding band

Brentwood General Store

3.9(40 reviews)

I'm giving 5 stars because this store has amazing customer service and a great selection of…read moremerchandise. I stopped in yesterday with my friend. We were looking for bracelets and I have a very small wrist so it's hard to find ones that fit with out chains hanging down. The owner offered to take out links for me which was so nice and I may go back to get the bracelet that I loved. In addition, the Valentine's merch was so over the top cute that I wanted to buy everything from socks to chocolates and everything in between. Merchandise is all displayed very nicely and prices are very reasonable. I didn't snap any photos but I highly recommend this store if you need a great quality gift and you're on Montana Avenue!

This is a cute little shop on a corner of Montana Avenue. It has a small town vibe which I…read moreabsolutely love. The outside of the shop had a beautiful bed of flowers and a gorgeous window display decorated for the Fourth of July holiday. Such cute decorations to display in your own home! The inside of the store was surprisingly smaller than expected but that added to its charm. I just came here to browse this time but I did find some nice items that would make great gifts!

Adorable patriotic window display

Simply beautiful wicker placements let my table shine through... and easy to clean.

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Santa Monica Jewelry & Loan

4.8(314 reviews)

1.1 mi

I had a wonderful experience at Santa Monica Jewelry & Loan! Damien, the Assistant Manager, was…read moreincredibly professional, efficient, and gave me a much better price for my gold and silver than I expected. The entire staff is so friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend this shop if you're looking for a special piece of jewelry, or if you have nice jewelry sitting around that you never wear--why not turn it into cash? I will definitely be back!

I had a really great experience with Santa Monica Jewelry & Loan. I drove up from San Diego for a…read moreYamaha digital piano they had listed online, and everyone at the shop was friendly and easy to deal with from start to finish. They let me take my time testing the piano, were very straightforward about the item, and worked with me on the price after there was a small mistake in the online listing. The piano was exactly what I was hoping for and everything worked properly. What stood out most was how nice everyone was in person. We chatted for a while, and one of the staff even carried the piano out to my car and helped load it into the trunk. The shop itself is also pretty interesting -- lots of musical instruments, guitars, keyboards, collectibles, jewelry, and all kinds of other stuff. Definitely not a boring pawn shop. I drove more than two hours each way for this piano, and I'm glad I did. Great people and a very positive buying experience. I'd happily stop by again if I'm ever in the area.

Fresh axes

Screaming guitars!

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Brilliant Earth

I had such a wonderful experience working with Kat at Brilliant Earth! I came in to find my wedding…read moreband and was admittedly very indecisive. I tried on so many different styles and went back and forth between a few options. Kat was incredibly patient throughout the entire process and never once made me feel rushed. She was so knowledgeable and really helped me weigh the pros and cons of each option until I felt confident that I had found the perfect ring. What especially stood out to me was that my appointment ended up going over the scheduled time, and Kat still took extra time to answer my remaining questions and make sure I felt completely comfortable with my decision. She was genuinely kind, attentive, and an absolute pleasure to work with. I purchased my engagement ring from Brilliant Earth last year, and I get compliments on it constantly! People are always asking me where it's from, and I'm always happy to recommend Brilliant Earth. Jennifer originally helped me choose my engagement ring and was equally wonderful, friendly, and helpful. Between my experiences with Jennifer and now Kat, I truly couldn't have had a better experience. Kat went above and beyond, and I can't recommend her highly enough!

I had an extremely disappointing experience with Kathryn Aagesen at the Santa Monica location. My…read morefiancée and I had scheduled an appointment to view diamonds in person and were seriously prepared to purchase a ring worth approximately $13,000. This was our second appointment, and we expected the level of care and professionalism that should come with such an important purchase. Instead, Kathryn repeatedly referred to my fiancée by the wrong name in multiple follow-up emails, even after spending more than an hour with us in person. After the fourth incorrect email, I responded with the correct name and explained that the repeated mistake was disrespectful. My fiancée was copied on that message because she was understandably offended. Kathryn then replied only to me and omitted my fiancée from the response, which made the situation feel even more dismissive and deliberate. During the appointment, Kathryn also repeatedly emphasized the customer service survey and mentioned that she was not paid commission. That stood out for the wrong reasons. A positive customer experience should lead to a good survey response naturally; customers should not feel pressured about a survey while basic professionalism is lacking. Whether this was intentional or the result of a severe lack of attention to detail, the conduct was egregious and unacceptable. If a salesperson cannot correctly use a customer's name, include the appropriate person in an email, or handle a concern professionally, I cannot trust that a major ring purchase would be handled with the care and accuracy it requires. This experience caused us to lose confidence in the store, and I would strongly caution others before making an important purchase here.

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P K.

7 months ago

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel obligated to share our experience so others can make an informed decision. My daughter and I both visited Apollo Tattoo & Piercing for tattoos and piercings with Blue, the owner. Unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing from start to finish. For my daughter's stomach tattoo, she was instructed to remove all of her clothing and was left without any covering or draping during the procedure. This made both of us extremely uncomfortable and did not feel professional or respectful of client privacy. The fine-line tattoos we received have already faded significantly and some of the lines were uneven. We were surprised at how quickly the ink disappeared given the price we paid. We also had a rook piercing done using a hoop, which was extremely painful and never healed properly despite following aftercare instructions. The jewelry itself was very expensive compared to other studios we've visited. Overall, the cost did not match the quality of work or the experience. The environment felt impersonal and the interaction lacked the professionalism we have experienced at other tattoo studios. I'm sharing this simply so others know what to expect before booking. read more

Tuesday Y.

11 months ago

Apollo truly is 5 star professionalism! The owner, Blue Mason treated me like royalty. If you are going to put a permanent decorative hole in your body, it's best to go to the best. Start at the top! Blue is infinitely wise and he caused me the least amount of pain I have ever experienced! They use autoclaves, it's clean and beautiful. Like a doctor's office in a jewelry store. They have the largest and most beautiful selection of jewelry I have ever seen. Blue is an excellent designer as well. He helped he design my whole ear better than I have been able to. Ok, it's not the cheapest. But there is a lot at stake when you get a piercing. I was worried about crooked, which they are not, but that's the least of your worries. How about infection or Hepatitis or worse! I have been to four piercing studios. I have been through the ringer with my piercings thinking it would be easy, but sometimes it goes wroooong. Don't let it go wrong. I won't go anywhere else than Apollo from now on. Except, Blue made my whole ear so pretty I don't think I'll be making any changes anytime soon. read more

Alex H.

1 year ago

Apollo Tattoo Studio in Santa Monica is hands-down one of the most professional studios I've visited. The shop itself is spotless, modern, and welcoming, with a polished atmosphere that still feels comfortable. Knowing it's veteran-owned only adds to the sense of integrity behind the business. I worked with Blue, and his talent really stands out. With a background in graphic design, he knows how to put together creative, one-of-a-kind pieces. He took the time to hear my ideas, talk through different directions, and adjust the design until it felt perfect--never rushing or pressuring me. The entire staff is professional and easy to connect with. They communicate clearly, make the process simple, and ensure you feel heard. If you want a mix of artistry, professionalism, and a clean, high-end environment, Apollo is the place to go. read more

Ella W.

1 year ago

I recently got a tattoo in memory of my beloved dog who passed away, and I cannot express how grateful I am to Raa at Apollo Tattoo. From the very beginning, he was incredibly kind, compassionate, and patient, taking the time to help me find the perfect picture that truly captured my dog's expression and personality. Raa went above and beyond to make sure every detail was just right. He carefully helped with the size and placement to ensure the tattoo would look perfect, and his attention to detail was unmatched. His dedication and artistry made this such a meaningful experience, and I couldn't be happier with the result. If you're looking for an amazing tattoo artist, Apollo Tattoo is a must-visit. Raa is unbelievably talented, and I won't be going anywhere else for future tattoos! read more

genna ..

2 years ago

I've been going to Blue for a couple years now and will only let him tattoo me. He is amazing and attention to detail is on point! He is super creative, artistic, and really knows what he is doing. He works with his clients to create and design the tattoo you want and then love. I recommend him to a lot of people and always get so many compliments on all my tattoos by him. I HIGHLY recommend going to Blue for your next tattoo! He does AMAZING fine line detailed tattoos, big or small. He can do anything and is very skilled in tattoos of all kind. He also is a friendly, nice, smart, and funny man. You will also have a very professional, clean, and calming experience:)) read more

Robin H.

1 year ago

I went into Apollo Tattoo on a whim, vaguely considering nipple piercing. The owner, Blue, was so patient and informative, he put me at ease despite my lack of courage. He took time and explained the complete process, options and care, answering all my questions in detail. With him making me feel so informed and prepared, I chose to do it and I couldn't be more thrilled. Perfectly centered and aligned! I'm thrilled with the decision to pop in and although I'm not planning any other piercings, I will definitely recommend him!!!! I would give 5 stars for service and a second post of 5 stars for results if I could! read more

Andre' Mateo S.

1 year ago

Highly Recommend the Hands Of Raa Energetically balanced and focus that lends itself to patience and grace throughout the process Thank you to the folks at apollo studio Shout out to Brotha Raa and Brotha David two extremely talented individuals holdin it down ! Overall the vibe was cool and Melo and the staff are friendly and wwelcoming, only thing I would change is the music though many prefer commercial pop i would have preferred some Jazz , Afro Latin or Classical , some Sade or Aretha Thank y'all for a one in a trillion one of a kind Art piece that sends the message eternal A Love Supreme read more

Alexis M.

1 year ago

I had the absolute best experience getting my ears pierced here! I felt safe, secure, and like everything was taken care of with my care in mind. Every part of the process was sanitary and monitored with the utmost care and precision to make sure that my piercings looked great, symmetrical, and most importantly CLEAN. I left feeling taken care of, happy with the results, and with no fear of infection due to not only the job my piercers Lee & Bunny did, but with their directions for aftercare that ive been following since! read more

Kerry-Ann S.

1 year ago

My sister and I had a fantastic experience getting tattooed by David! He is not only incredibly talented but also kind and collaborative throughout the entire process. He took the time to listen to my ideas, offered great suggestions, and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. The final result exceeded my expectations--his attention to detail and artistic skill really shine through. I highly recommend David to anyone looking for a skilled and thoughtful tattoo artist! read more

Elizabeth S.

1 year ago

I took my teen for a septum piercing. Blue took a lot of time to make them feel comfortable, and took measurements from several angles to ensure it would be perfectly centered. I was nervous because trips to the doctor for any kind of shots etc. would end up with my kid passing out or puking - but they were so comfortable and happy that they said it did not hurt too much at all and were just thrilled with the result. Many thanks to Blue and the staff at Apollo! read more

Brian G.

1 year ago

The vibe of this shop is very welcoming and professional. I was a bit nervous since it was my first tattoo, but my artist, Raa, made the whole process smooth and easy. They walked me through everything, were receptive to my design requests, and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. And most importantly, I'm very happy with how my tattoo came out! If you're thinking about getting a tattoo in the LA area, I 100% recommend this place. read more

Angel T.

1 year ago

I stopped by with a friend on a whim and decided to get a conch piercing. The shop was awesome, with great taste in music and friendly staff. Lee was my piercer, and she was super sweet and chill. She walked me through everything, made the process smooth. Surprisingly, the pain was a 10/10, but totally worth it - and honestly, the discomfort was short-lived. I'm juiced I got pierced by Lee and can't wait to come back! read more

Christina M.

1 year ago

My husband and I just got a couple's tattoo designed and tattooed by David and the results are amazing! David did everything he could to take care of us and give us the tattoo we had envisioned! The details are impeccable and clean, and the overall tattoo is stunning! We couldn't be happier! Our whole experience from start to finish (including the online consultation) was first rate! Definitely recommend this place! read more

Lynda G.

9 months ago

Everything was pristine! Ask for Bunny for all your piercings! She is the ultimate professional. You'll be in good hands. The earrings there are pricy. Over $300 for a pair of tiny, tiny gold "twinkles" (they call them). Or at least I was surprised at the price. They were the cheapest they had But the cleanliness and Bunny's attention to detail made it all worth it Overall a great experience! Highly recommend read more

Arlene M.

9 months ago

My experience with Hannah was amazing! She is very thorough in explaining her process and always made sure I was comfortable. I got 3 angel numbers tattooed (sternum, inner wrist & lower bicep) by her in one session and they came out beautiful! I'm starting a new chapter in life and this was absolutely needed and so grateful I had the chance to meet her, she's so sweet! read more

Mar S.

1 year ago

The whole studio is very bright and clean and they take very good care in sterilizing their equipment. My navel piercer (I can't recall if she told me her name but she was a pretty lady with lots of face piercings and tattoos) was very supportive and sweet. She helped me pick out a pretty gem. Minimal bleeding and irritation after the piercing was done too! read more

Amanda S.

11 months ago

Highly recommend Apollo Tattoo! Blue, the studio owner, is bringing a big watercolor piece to life and I am so grateful! I really underestimated the time it would take for the piece, but Blue's attention to detail is by far the best of any artist I have worked with. Keep in mind time when planning pieces, but for quality work couldn't recommend Apollo more! read more

Shawn P.

1 year ago

Piercings are new to me and Blue walked me through the entire process. He made sure I was comfortable with the entire process. He was extremely precise in his process from measurements to sterilization to completing the piercings. He has high expectations for himself and his team. Very happy to have done business with The Apollo Tattoo and Piercing! read more

Julien C.

11 months ago

Apollo tattoo for the win! I worked with Brianna and she was absolutely top notch. Beautifully executed work. The staff is welcoming and cheerful. The space is perfectly maintained and spacious and located in a cool neighborhood. Even the prices are remarkably competitive. I couldn't be happier with my experience at Apollo! read more

Hailey W.

3 years ago

Love love love my tattoo by Blue, he is extremely professional and knowledgeable, and really took the extra time to make the tattoo perfect. As a perfectionist myself, I really appreciated this. My tattoo turned out exactly how I had envisioned in my head. Blue is just all around a perfect artist and I highly recommend him. read more

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5.0

(9 reviews)

I had sent out a mass request here on Yelp to multiple studios in L.A. and while a few reached out…read moreonly Black Hand Tattoo & Gallery remained in contact even after a gap in communication caused by myself. After a few weeks or so, Abi reached out and asked if I was still interested and I immediately jumped on the opportunity to let her tattoo me, which was an amazing decision on my part. I was impressed by how she remembered me and still wanted to do the tattoo we talked about in small detail. Abi and every member of the crew that I met had a stellar attitude and were beyond professional. While I was there I sprung two more small tattoos on Abi at short notice and she took them on with no problem and for a fair price! My friend and I enjoyed awesome conversation and traded interesting stories during the entire process. On a side note, you MUST hear some of the amazing stories they can share. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming with really good music playing the entire 5-6 hours I was there! Abi was one of the most gentle artists I have ever experienced with some times me not even being sure if she was tattooing or not. I have epilepsy which causes me to sometimes twitch, but that was no problem for her! I am so thrilled with the tattoos I received from her and I plan to visit all the way from Michigan again for even more tattoos! All of my art was very reasonably priced especially considering how beautifully it turned out! I can't recommend this place enough! Abi is my new favorite tattoo artist!

My friends wanted to get their first tattoos during our girls weekend and I figured what the heck…read moreI'll get a little micro tattoo (I have larger pieces already). Black Hand was great, really clean, really nice. Our artist Alex was running a little behind and he text us to let us know (extra points). He was really sweet and dealt with all 3 of us with professionalism and humor. Put second skin on all of us and so far the pieces have been healing great no issues. Would absolutely recommend

The Venice Canvas

5.0

(14 reviews)

sam is by far the best piercer my ears have ever had the pleasure of meeting! truly a wonderful…read moreexperience from start to finish

My friend and I both walked in after seeing amazing reviews and decided to get pierced yesterday! I…read morehave had 7 other ear piercings prior to this and no previous experience was quite as relaxing. Sam was extremely kind and made the experience extremely less stressful, especially for my friend, who got a belly button piercing, and this was her first piercing ever! We are both so happy with the results.

DevOcean Tattoo

4.4

(76 reviews)

I have been communicating with Shane (owner) for several months now, trying to find a time when I…read morecould finally meet him in person after seeing the artwork he had done on one of my friend's girlfriend. I knew from the second I saw his work on her body, Shane was the one person who I wanted to do my first tattoo. This is something I have wanted for over 10 years, just waiting to find the right person to trust putting artwork on my body. Yesterday was my glorious day when i finally was able to meet Shane in person and talk about what I wanted and the ideas I was having about what kind of tattoo I wanted (which he patiently listened through ALL of my many ideas!!). :) His patience and attentiveness to everything I was telling him was remarkable and priceless to my comfort and trust in selecting him to meet my needs. In addition, I had also met with Pete who also works here previously on another visit to their shop in Venice. I want to just mention and commend Pete for being very genuine and straightforward with me when I had visited at that time, since I was not completely sure about the tattoo I wanted to get. Pete never pressured me or tried to sway me in any way whatsoever--again, very professional and much appreciated by me. Back to Shane and my experience with him as my 1st tattoo artist.... ....I am so thrilled and so satisfied about the beautiful outcome of his work, that I really can not put into words how wonderful my experience was yesterday! I had warned him how scared of needles I am, probably the biggest baby when it comes to seeing or even talking about anything involving a needle (yuck!!!). Shane's work was SO gentle that I honestly almost fell asleep as he was doing the tattoo!! (No joke here!!) The tattoo I got was on the back of my neck, so I was sitting in a chair with my head tilted forward (actually resting on my sweatshirt (since I am such a baby I thought I would need to cover my eyes). But I was so amazed that there was NO PAIN, and even more surprised that I was so comfortable and felt so at ease, that I was actually worried about falling asleep and having my head tip to the side or something while he was working on my tattoo. In summary, I want to express my gratitude to Shane and his staff for the way they made me feel and the quality of their work. I will be forever grateful, and after it was all over, I went outside and screamed "I got my first tattoo!!!" (which embarrassed my friend who had come by the shop to support me as I was getting my first tattoo). I fully recommend Shane as a tattoo artist, as well as Pete, too. (Note: I have not had any work done by Pete, but I did see the beautiful tattoo he did on some lady who was there when I came by the shop on my first visit, and she was equally loving of her first tattoo that Pete had just done on her on her back.) SO, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! I am so looking forward to the sum coming out and being able to show off my first tattoo to everyone I see today!!!! I definitely will be back for my next tattoo at this shop. xoxoxo Carrie

10/10 WOULD NOT RECOMMEND. Gman is a scammer and hands down has the worst service with false…read moreadvertising. He used a cordless machine with little to no pressure being applied. When I asked about it, he said it was a 'new machine" and "better" results DO NOT GO HERE! I went in to get 3 tattoos, 2 of which were on my finger. A week after the initial tattoo, I started to notice the ink flaking off to reveal no tattoo. When I went back to get a touch up on day 11 of healing, he refused to do a touch up unless I paid $100. Mind you, the 3 tattoos were $120. When I showed him my unfinished tattoo/faded he said "I mean I think it looks good.. its there" He them dropped it down to $40 saying I have to pay for the equipment to be set up or else I couldn't get anything done. I inquired and asked why not considering the business card advertises "1 free touch up". He continued to refuse and said the card was made 5 years ago and its not his fault. When we contacted the owner Shane, he was 100% No help. Said it was up to the artist discretion. When we mentioned their business card and the free touch up, he continued to say that it was up to Gman since he was not in at the moment. I ultimately ended up paying the $40 bc the tattoo looked so bad. Gman continued to say it wasnt his fault, it looks good, not his fault my skin cant take ink, and even went on to say that finger tattoos are known to fade.... after 11 days... I have 3 other finger tattoos and have never had this issue. A tattoo should never be this painless. he simply applies 0 pressure to make the ink stick, forcing people to come pay for a 2nd round. The photos and video tell you all you need to know. This is 2 weeks after the 2nd touch up and its faded on my thumb and non existent on my middle finger. After looking into reviews while there, I noticed that Shane comes recommended but this seems to be an ongoing experience and done to a lot of women. Be very weary and go somewhere else. Ink monkey on Venice would never and they have great customer service. I will not be coming back.

S.T. Tattoo Studio

4.4

(36 reviews)