I had a very disappointing and costly experience with CAIN at Human Canvas. I came in with a very specific fine line tattoo request, which Cain claimed to be experienced in. He charges premium hourly fees at $130/hour yet I later learned he's been tattooing for less than two years, something he never disclosed. He promised to send custom artwork before my appointment but never did. On the day of, he said I was actually scheduled for the following week and threw together a last minute design that didn't look like what I requested but I was assured it would be very soft and feminine once shaded. I was charged for 4 hours, including time spent prepping, printing, and adjusting the stencil, not just tattooing as he originally stated. After a second session with little improvement, I canceled my final appointment and asked for a refund of my deposit. Aside from asking me to come in for a healed picture he has not offered any resolution. He has ignored my texts, calls, request for my deposit back since I wasn't going to have the tattoo finished there, and he has never followed up or returned a call. I waste $900 to get a tattoo I didn't want, and now I have to pay to remove what he did so another artist can fix it. I did find a highly skilled ARTIST (Laura Mohn at The Kindred Spirit Tattoo co.) who completed the second half of the tattoo with custom fine line art for less than Cain charged and it's exactly what I asked for and absolutely beautiful! Do your homework. Don't be fooled by confidence that isn't backed by skill or integrity. The pics are my reference photos I showed at the consultation. What he charged me $900 for, and the second half of the tattoo which was completed by Laura Mohn from The Kindred Spirit to show how they look side by side for reference of what I asked for versus what Cain did. See descriptions. read more

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Abbey did my tattoo...she is awesome! She had some designs ready for me to choose from - based on our discussion and it was just what I was looking to have done! I also told her about another tattoo I'd like to get and she came up with a great plan, one I hadn't even thought of before! I will definitely be going back to get that next tattoo from her! read more

Got an exceptional Xenomorph tattoo done by Woodrow. On top of that, I had a blast customer service wise. Everyone treated me as a friend they knew for a long time. I'm definitely coming back after how amazing this came out plus how nice everyone was. Definitely telling everyone about this spot. read more

I can't recommend Human Canvas enough for anyone wanting to get a tattoo. This was my first experience getting a tattoo and it was better than I thought it would be. For one, the location is excellent. They created a hospitable environment and really make you feel at home. Angelina was my tattoo artist and was fantastic. She was personal, conversational, and did an excellent job with the tattoo I got. 5 stars. Good people, good business. read more

Human Canvas Studio - Tattoo Near Me - Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

Very pleased with my Tattoo, done by Max. Place was very clean and everyone in there was very nice. Highly recommended this place .

Clean, bright, professional shop! Racquel did an awesome job on my tattoo! Everyone there is so talented- definitely recommend!!

Typically I go to the same tattoo artist for my tattoos but occasionally when I want something small and/or random, I like to try new places!!! I got in that day with Nicole, the apprentice--she did an excellent job and is such a sweetheart. I enjoyed the vibe of the shop and the other artists as well. The front desk worker is really a gem also. read more

Secretary very polite clear of instructions. Most artist have very reputable work. We got Gabe for our very simply tattoos and must of been a bad day for him. There is nothing precise or straight about our tattoos and everything very sloppy. So you decide if you think he will do better for yours. read more

Human Canvas Studio - Bottom tattoo is Gabe work. - Tattoo Near Me - Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

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Been here a couple times (5 tattoos). Always clean and friendly and the artists are exceptional. Great staff and customer service. All conveniently located on Banksville with plenty of parking. read more

Clean, prompt, courteous and a diverse set of solid artists to choose from... what more could you want!

I would highly recommend the Human Canvas to anyone who is looking for a great place to get tattooed! I went with 4 of my friends and they were so awesome to all of us. We did call ahead, but everyone we encountered was so friendly and helpful. We were not expecting them to be able to accommodate us the way they did with such short notice, but they exceeded all of our expectations. This was my first tattoo, but the experience with Jeremy and the rest of the team was so great it will not be my last. They were so patient with me while I panicked before hand, and helped me ease my nerves through the process. All of us were so happy with the work they all did we haven't been able to stop talking about it. read more

Great place! I've been going to Aaron Barben for about a year now and love his work! The shop staff is super friendly. You walk in and everyone greets you, they are quick to help you with anything you need. The shop is on the higher end price wise ($100 deposit) but that's because the shop is filled with talented artists who are actual ARTISTS, not wannabe tattooers who copy work from others. Highly recommend this shop. Place is super clean, new and modern, just a positive environment all around. read more

Fabulous open concept with a wealth of talented artists. Very professional. Very clean. Highly recommended.

My new favorite tattoo shop in Pittsburgh! Came in as a walk in and was immediately taken care of. The artist took his time to perfect the tattoo that I wanted and was so nice. I will be back! read more

I got my first tattoo today. Aaron was my artist. My experience was wonderful as was my tattoo. The shop was very clean. Can not wait for number 2. read more

Human Canvas Studio - Tattoo Near Me - Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

The place looks clean and professional, but the customer service is very poor, I felt very uncomfortable, the front desk staff was not very welcoming, friendly or kind. read more

Amazing customer service and outstanding people. Never felt so at home! Best tattoo shop and my favorite. Most tattoo shops make me nervous and awkward but this one is like home (: THANK YOU!!!! read more

Worst customer service and even worse ego. Went to Nick DeMars 8 weeks ago and asked for a back piece. It's 4pm day before our appointment and I don't even have a glimpse of what he was supposed to draw for me. Needless to say I'm not going in tomorrow. Texted him yesterday to check in and his reply"it's Sunday". What a joker. Good artist but not worth dealing with him as he doesn't know how to run a business. Gave them $100 for deposit pretty sure i will not get it back. Bad experience. read more

Doesn't care about clients at all, owners a douche bag told him 5 times what I wanted tattooed, day of appointment he had no idea what he was tattooing on me and threw together some nonsense and was very pushy about it, never going back. read more