Omar is an amazing artist who really takes care of his clients and their needs. Only regret is that…read moreI didn't get aquatinted with him sooner! really would have saved me the trouble of having him fix anothers work. 10/10 would recommend and go again.

Says open on Monday but wasn't open and no one at the shop. Tattoo artists may be good but this…read morebusiness needs to be more professional

Love the patience. Love the ease of getting a tattoo and piercing. Appreciated their feedback!!! I…read moredon't get tattoos often and they worked amazingly with me. Usually my piercing hurt for days after but they don't hurt at all! :)

I went in today to get my nostril pierced and after watching videos of other people get theirs, it…read moremade me so grateful for the quick and easy process. Super happy with the placement and the service. Probably spent less than 10 minutes inside the building. Thanks high priestess!

I had a makeover tattoo by Karissa (one of the owners of Kawbi Tattoo), and it turned out better…read morethan my expectations! The shop is clean, bright, and well organized. Karissa is knowledgeable, and a gifted artist. She will listen to your ideas, as well as input some of her own so you will get the most amazing tattoo as the end result. My daughter also got a wrist tattoo by Karissa, and it too, is perfect! Kawbi Tattoo was voted Best of Salem in 2012, and has been honored with other artistic awards for their tattoo work. You will not be disappointed if you go there!

First time here. will be a repeat customer. clean parlor. friendly people. my tattoo artist was…read moreabsolutely amazing and quick. was a dual cover up and took less than 2 hours. Thanks Tasha for a great experience. cannot recommend them enough.

BEST TATTOOS ON THE WEST COAST…read more Went here just a few hours ago for my very first tattoo with some friends while on a road trip. Let me just say, if you are looking for an amazing environment, with totally inviting and just plain cool people to get your first tattoo from, this is the place. Todd and Sam were our artists this time - both whom we all made connections with and had a great time getting to know. We will DEFINITELY be back next time we come trough Salem!!

I booked an appointment with Casey Snider via IG and I had to reschedule the first time but he was…read moreable to get me in within 3 weeks of my actual date. When I got to my appointment, it took only about 10 mins for him to get started and boom he was done in what felt like 2 hours! For a first tattoo I def recommend going to him, he's super nice & easy to talk to! Good prices too!

Ryan of Darkstar tattoo is the man. I received my first tattoo by Ryan and it was clean and…read morepainless. He explains everything nice and clear as to what he is doing and even offers after care advice.

This place is great, I definitely recommend Ryan- he perfectly handled both tattoos I got from him…read more(pics) and he never rushed a consultation. For both tattoos I brought my own ideas in and he sketched things around, made them my own, made some great suggestions and handled everything with care- and he was willing to do white ink on me, score! plus he was hot, high five!

The ladies here are great artists and make you feel so comfortable. I was very anxious and stressed…read morecoming in, but it mostly went away because of how sweet and open everyone was. Being nervous is totally acceptable and your body's way of prepping for your session. They offer great suggestions and insight about your tattoo placement but will always go with what you ask for. They personalize your session and make sure you understand your aftercare. The front desk reception is wonderful. Everyone here is easy to talk to! Thank you for helping me get my first tattoo. Here's my beautiful wound the day after.

My Living Canvas gives a great vibe, I received a tattoo from their flash sale and the artists are…read morewonderful. The atmosphere is Devine, and the options are on point! They take ideas from the public before they do flash sale events to spice up their offerings and draw out some cool ideas! Definitely a great place for your first or your 100th!

I texted them about getting a tattoo with my fiancé and they replied asking a few questions. After…read moreI replied with my answers, they ghosted me and never reached out again. I do not suggest going here.

I'm down visiting my elderly Mama and she wanted to get a tattoo. One of the caregivers at her…read morefacility highly recommended Desire Ink. We did a walk-in with Heather. She was so very sweet and patient with my 76 year old Mom who suffers from dementia. The design was so perfect - sweet and exactly what Mom was wanting. Mom's skin is very thin and Heather's touch was perfect. You are in great hands here. Everyone is so kind and welcoming, and their artistry is next level. Mom has a few more tattoos she wants to get so we will back again this year to get those done as well. I'll update later with a photo, but I wanted to get this review up because I am so grateful for the treatment my mom received and the beautiful tattoo that she is so excited about!

Kevin is great my body is covered with ink all done by him I will not go to anyone else! His…read moreservice is great his artwork is amazing and he makes me feel comfortable and relaxed that I can fall asleep while he does artwork on me highly recommend him!!

This place is so great they covered up a really bad tattoo I had now people love it I also had a…read morememorial tattoo done for my daughter so perfect I just can't say enough about how happy I am I found this place

Amber is my tattoo artist and not only is her art lovely, she's also a wonderful person. From my…read morehalf baked idea, to her design, to my beautiful tattoo this process has been super chill. I was nervous because this tattoo was covering a shoulder scar I've had for years and means a lot to me. Amber understood that and took her time to give me more than what I imagined! She even answered my questions in between appointments. I'm a loyal Permanent Marx client. Can't wait until my next ink!

For sure a great place. Kid Chris is so patient and a fab artist. He put up with this 48 year old…read morewomen getting her first tatoo. And I choose my foot so there was pain and alot of words and jumps. I am so happy I found him. I totally recommend him to anyone. Thanks Kid Chris. You are awesome. I love my art you did. Talent over the top.

If you decide you want a tattoo you need to ask for Katt. She I told her what I wanted and she gave…read moreme 2 beautiful masterpieces better than what I could have imagined. She has talent flowing through her! I came in and was getting ready and the sound of the tattoo machine in the booth next to hers was making me a little anxious and she explained to me that she was going to use a rotary machine for me and it was almost silent. I am so happy with the work she did and I don't know how Katt did it but she instilled confidence in me that i didn't know I could possess. FYI THEY DO CASH. My dumb ass didn't show up with cash so I had to go to Freddy's to use the ATM HAHA oops that was on me Update: Katt did it again!!! She blew me away. And without me telling her Katt knew some how my sister's name translated in Native America to Monarch Butterfly and she did the butterfly (represents my sister) as a Monarch. She is amazing!!! Honestly love her and her art!

I lost the top to my dermal a little while ago, stopped in here to get one. The gal who helped me…read moreout was very sweet, I should have got her name. Definitely will be back again!