I first learned of Wave n Pave Tattoo while I was traveling internationally working Tattoo Conventions. A couple of my friends that are really well respected tattooers had done guest spots at the studio. I began to follow them on Instagram and Facebook. I was impressed by the high caliber of tattooing that was coming out of the shop and also the fun family environment that is apparent even through the businesses social media. When I finally got to visit the shop and meet the everyone it exceeded all expectations. The business is on the second floor and doubles as a surf and skate shop. You are welcomed with a cozy lobby that has all of the skate decks, surfboards, and supplies. Tattoo consultations are done here while the actual tattoo process happens in one of three private rooms beyond the lobby. This gives the shop a very unique speakeasy feel to it. I am lucky to have been asked to be a part of this team. You can email for an appointment or call and leave a message. Look us up online to learn more and see examples of our work. read more

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I googled Wave N' Pave Tattoo to get the phone number so I can set up another appointment. It's important to note that I'm writing a review because I am a repeat customer. I was in the area and noticed this small shop and decided to set up an appointment with them. Carissa was so inviting and I felt very comfortable throughout the session. I didn't think twice about booking another appointment, and reaching out to them today for a third visit. If you're a first timer and nervous, this is your shop. If you are a veteran of tattoos this is also your shop. read more

Carissa is amazing!! The shop is so cute and super easy to get to. We had great conversation and she even played my music on the speaker! I just got simple text, but she helped me make it something special. Will definitely be back!!! read more

Wave N Pave Tattoo - Right after she finished - Tattoo Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Carissa was amazing & so kind! She made my first experience getting a tattoo a great one. My tattoo came out amazing and I couldn't be happier. It's a lovely tribute to my mom. Booking with Ellen was also great, she made sure to get me in with times that worked for my schedule. Great family run place, I would recommend it to anyone! read more

Carrissa was the best in the industry. Not overpriced and she can blow your original design out of the water. Very wholesome people her and her mom and it was an overall great experience. Id drive another 3 hours to come see her again because that's how good it was. Overall 10/10 and anytime I come to Boston I'd see her. Great conversationalist and a very talented artist. read more

My family has been going here for years. My first time today. So impressed. Such a talented artist Camilla...took her time did exactly what I wanted. Very zen calm place for ink! Def recommend!!!!' read more

My sister and I finally took the plunge and got our first tattoos together at Wave N Pave. Carissa was great! She was very accessible via email and rearranged her schedule just for us. She couldn't have been more helpful and welcoming. She patiently put our first timer fears to rest and we had a great time. By the end, we were already talking about getting a second tattoo! The shop itself is neat, clean, and nicely decorated. The prices were reasonable. Most importantly, we love our new tattoos! Thank you Carissa! read more

I had a tattoo done by Jen today. She was great and very friendly and professional. The owner was a sweet, friendly lady who treated me very well and made sure I got taken care of. Jen's work was an improvement on my idea and I greatly appreciate her expertise. I found the price to be reasonable. The place was clean and safe. read more

Wave N Pave Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I got a tattoo from here last week and could not be more pleased with the results and entire process! The tattoo artist, Carissa, is so incredibly talented and made my tattoo come to life! I got flowers on the back of my arm and the line work, shading, and colors are so realistic and masterfully done. Carissa was professional, thoughtful, down to earth, and a good listener. I truly felt like I was catching up with an old friend! This wasn't my first tattoo but I still appreciated receiving a small handout on tattoo after-care and Carissa made sure to go over this with me. In addition, Ellen was so helpful and kind throughout the scheduling process. Meeting her in person was even better, she is a blast to be around and you can tell how dedicated she is to making sure you feel welcome. This place is the real deal! I'm already thinking of my next tattoo so I can go back! read more

After they saw my review on Yelp they emailed me back stating that my email got lost as they are "juggling 100s of people at a time" and are only a small shop and "not a large corporation like Walmart or Burger King". This may be something to keep in mind while booking an appointment, but according to them my email being missed is not a common occurrence. read more

Excellent service and very professional. All my questions were answered and I felt comfortable during the process of my first tattoo. I highly recommend the place if you are thinking about a first tattoo or if you have already gotten one, definitely think about giving this place a shot for your next tattoo. read more

It all started off about a year ago. After looking around for nearly two years for a good tattoo shop, a friend recommended Wave N Pave. I contacted Carissa and was amazed ho0w quickly she got back to me. Helping me out with coming up with a design that was far beyond what I expected and helping me set up an appointment in no time. She paid great attention to what I wanted to get and helped out greatly with fulfilling my tattoo wish. Her work is just amazing. In fact I got a second tattoo the same day. Since this first visit I have added 3 more tattoos by Carissa to my collection, now totaling 5 :). The shop is cozy, clean and the atmosphere is just amazing. From the first moment I walked in the shop I was treated like an old friend. Definitely will be getting more work done here in the future read more

Terrific family owned tattoo parlor and surf/skate shop. I've had a tattoo done by Carissa and was/am fully satisfied with her work. It was almost painless, her and her husband Mark give out a really fun and relaxed vibe. The majority of Carissa's personal artwork is exactly my style, one of the reasons why I commited to get a tattoo here. The whole shop is really clean, everyone's very accommodating as well. The prices, to me, are what I expected in Boston, not too steep not too cheap. Just right. Once this new tattoo heals in a month or two ill be back to this shop again and bringing some more future customers with me. If a shop treats me right I spread the word and treat them right. Take the blue line over and check this place out. read more

I was shopping around for a new tattoo parlor since the location of my tat called for a women artist. Google lead me to Wave N Pave. I emailed Carissa & she replied same day. We scheduled a consultation. She listened to my idea, looked at some pix I brought in. She seemed to really pay attention & didn't make me feel like a dork (some places tend to give that you're not cool enough vibe). So I scheduled my appt. Carissa was great, fun & professional. The actual tattoo came out waaay better then I had expected. Really good quality work. Also, she affordable by no means cheap either. However, she didn't charge me an arm & a leg for a decent sized tat. read more

I have now called the store over 10 times and nobody has answered. There is no reason for me to even step foot in this establishment.

Seriously the most professional and friendly tattoo shop I've ever been to! Very bright and inviting just like the people! Carissa was amazing! She made my dreams come true with this tattoo. She is so friendly and eady to talk to. I was super nervous, but she made me feel better instantly. I got a water color yin yang done by her. The colors are amazing and the black is so clean. Its my favorite tattoo! Thank you Carissa! I highly reccomend this place to anyone who is looking for a new tattoo team, as any of the artists are amazing. I can't wait to go back! read more

Wave N Pave Tattoo - Thank you Carissa!! - Tattoo Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I was jogging down the beach in Winthrop when I first moved in, and saw a surfer. I couldn't believe that there was actually surf here! The next day I went looking for a board and found the Wave N Pave! This place rocks. They gave me a sweet deal on an awesome longboard and wetsuit, I went surfing in town the same day I got all my gear. Surfing in New England?! What?! Found lots of good waves in town and through new hampshire, really opened my eyes up to locations and possibilities of surfing anywhere. I love this shop! They're often hosting fun events, art shows, skate contests. This shop really supports the community and brings a lot of life into this town. read more

Mass doesn't have a lot to choose from for surf shops as most ppl tend to go to nh. or ri. or me. But with that being said Carissa over at wave and pave along with the help of her mom and husband have really helped to answer a much needed call for those looking for a great shop with local knowledge to aid in helping skaters and surfers along with some ink jobs too!.. They are down to earth as well as some of the nicest peopl within the industry! I highly recommend them!... So go hit them up! read more

Found the place of my dreams the artist are amazing the family nice as can be!!! They made my experience great and the tattoo absolutely BEAUTIFUL I love it I am so happy its going to be a part of me forever and that is the way you should feel when you get a tattoo! Go to wave and pave they are greatttttttt!!!! read more

Walking into Wave N Pave it's instantly obvious that the vibe is right and the people are beyond friendly. Ellen, Carissa, & Mark make a phenomenal team and will give you an honest opinion about the ink you have in mind on the spot. Professional service and quality work. I've been to tattoo shops all over the country and by far this shop is thee absolute best. You make a small deposit during your consult and you easily schedule your appointment, and any updates or changes are done seamlessly through text/e-mail...I'd recommend this place to anyone whose interested in getting ink. For as long as i'm in the bean, this is where i'll be coming to get all my work done. Carissa knows the industry and has been tattooing for over 10 years. She also keeps it 1000% with you which is greatly appreciated and has your best interest at heart when it comes to your skin. Check them out, what are you waiting for...#WaveNPave4TheWin read more

Wave and pave used to be in Winthrop but they recently moved to a new location near 1A in east boston and opened a tatoo parlor inside the surf shop. The owners are very nice and helpful. The shop has the atmosphere of a very laid back store; it's got a new england version of the aloha spirit. As of this writing they have a small but good selection of longboards and fun boards. They may have short boards too; i just wasn't looking for a board so I didn't notice. I came there to buy gloves for surfing. They have very reasonable prices. It is so great to have a good surf shop in the Boston area. I used to have to drive two hours round trip to buy surf equiptment and now we have wave and pave in our back yard. It only takes about fifteen minutes to get there from downtown boston without traffic. Call them first ot make sure they have what you are looking for. read more

I loved this place! Went there because I had won a gift certificate at a concert, but I will definitely go back. The place was really nice, had a clean, home-y feel to it and very private. Lots of cool clothes and things to browse while I waited, as well as some really cool people to talk to. I came in with a fairly specific idea for the tattoo I wanted, but still had a few things I wanted some feedback on. Carissa was extremely patient with me offering feedback but not pushing me to get anything more than I wanted or to spend any more money than was necessary. She didn't seem the least bit rushed or concerned with anything other than getting the tattoo exactly the way I wanted it before getting it done. As far as the tattoo itself I can not stress enough how happy I am with how it came out! Being a very recognizable symbol I was getting I was a bit nervous, but as soon as she had sketched out the tattoo I felt fine, it was perfect. Carissa is a great artist, and the amount of pride she takes in her work is obvious! She went above and beyond to make sure that I was getting exactly the tattoo I wanted, exactly where and how I wanted it. It came out looking even better than I had hoped. Overall I couldn't be happier with the experience and will definitely go back to Wave N Pave for my next tattoo. If you're looking for a great environment to get a tattoo from a great artist, this is the place. read more

Went to jen beirola for a tattoo... by no means painless but the 2 plus hours was! Had a super meaningful Colombian piece of art done on the back of my arm and it came out better than expected! I emailed her the image ahead of time and it was clear she put a great deal of time into giving me the best tattoo that my mom will not disown me over!! I had wanted to get it in a different spot on my arm but she definitely had thoughtful consideration over the placement and exact image that worked best on my body! Incredibly happy about it! Planning to get more work done! Super easy shop to get to also! read more

First of all this isn't just a surf shop its now a tattoo shop too! and Carissa is awesome and does amazing work! I will definitely be going to her for all of my tattoo's. She is so calming and awesome her personality is just as amazing as her work! read more

Just went to wave n pave on monday w my cousin an absolutely love the place!! Great people great atmosphere i will definitly be going back! Im in love w my new tattoo:)))--Nickole & Shelly read more

I just received my first tattoo from Wave and Pave and I will definitely be going back! I called and booked an appointment for my mother and we were both very impressed with the shop and friendly and amazing customer service we received. I felt like I was at my family's house talking to my family. Carissa tattoo'd both my mother and I, I wanted birds on my shoulder and my mother had no idea what she wanted. She knew she wanted me and my brother's name but not a clue on a design. Carissa sat with both of us to make sure we got exactly what we wanted, drew it out and both our tattoo's came out amazing. I have been searching for a shop like this forever ( I am a tattoo enthusiast). As soon as my husband and I figure out exactly what we want we will definitely be going back! read more