What a cool place!! this located in a neighborhood where parking is surprisingly easy in South MPLS. Upon entering the shop, you will come upon a super comfy waiting area replete with couches, chairs, books, and a small cooler of beverages....all the things to occupy your mind if you are a nervous first-timer. If I were in this neighborhood, I would consider just hanging out to relax and ready, but that might be a little creepy :)
One thing that would make me come back here for future work is that when I walked in, I saw the No ICE sign, and, more importantly, at the entrance, I saw multitudes of groceries being collected to assist those affected by ICE activities. I also noticed a stack of notices that one could take and distribute to teach those about their civil rights. I love and respect a business that commits to and invests in its community, and, on this observation alone, they would have my support.
The circumstances that brought me here were that after my initial session with Chris Spiegel at Ink Sanctum, I was notified that Chris had departed. I reached out to Chris to find out where he was heading so he could finish the work, and he mentioned that he is currently hanging his hat at Aurora for now. I don't know if that will be a permanent gig, but this business is a great place to land. Spending 3 hours in the chair, conversations go all over the board, and one thing I would mention: the other artists who were there were super friendly and engaging, and made me feel comfortable and safe.
If you are looking for your first tattoo, a touch-up, or a consultation for something new, there is someone here who can make your idea come to life on your skin. If you want to spend your time and money on a business that is invested in their community, then this should be the first place you should consider. read more