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    Black Lantern Tattoo

    4.7 (44 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

    By appointment only

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    This is the tattoo I got. Super sick right? Nathan did an awesome job with this :)
    Pattareeya V.

    Fantastic place and extremely welcoming artists! I came in today for a small tattoo. This was also my first ever tattoo. Shoutout to Nathan he was super chill and explained everything to me in detail. Definitely recommend coming here for a tattoo 100%!

    I love this tattoo shop with my whole heart. The last time I was here was last year on Friday the 13th. Got to pick from two sheets of designs (which were all REALLY good designs), I couldn't decide so I asked for help. The artists were SO kind and and I didn't feel uncomfortable at any point. Inside it's clean, roomy, and the music is nice:) The artist I had was Brandon, he did a really good job and I'm a difficult person to tattoo because I'm squeamish but he did nice. My friend got tattooed by Chase, she really liked hers as well:) mine healed really well, it didn't blowout either which is what I was concerned about! When I want more work done, I'm definitely coming here.

    fresh tattoo when i got it first done
    Seyla S.

    I know I'm writing this review a few years later. I got my first tattoo with Chase on February 14, 2022. My grandma had just passed away a few days before and I wanted to get a tattoo for her. I got the date and time she passed and a little coffee cup for my tattoo.. since it was my first tattoo I didn't know what to expect.. I had my friend take a picture of the stencil once it was on and it looked good.. well so i thought... I absolutely loved the tattoo once it was finished. I noticed a few days later that the little coffee cup I got was extremely slanted. I did tell him I wanted it a little slanted but I didn't think it was extremely slanted it looks like it's falling off my tattoo. I wish I was able to stand in the mirror and see what it looked like but I was not offered that.. Now that my tattoo is fully healed and almost 3 years old the ink spread super bad. My tattoo does not feel like regular skin you can actually feel the tattoo it's almost like braille. I later came to find out from other tattoo artist that Chase went too deep which caused my tattoo to be almost like braille.. i wish I did my research instead of finding the first place and just taking it.

    The anime "Your Name" and Maplestory the game!

    I went here specifically for Zoe! I love her style and she helped made my custom design!! It healed well :) she made sure I'm comfortable and everything. I'd definitely come back again!

    Amber P.

    I've been going to Black Lantern Tattoo since 2021 and they are the only tattoo shop I frequent now! It's about a 2-hour drive from where I live but incredibly worth it. The shop itself has very talented, friendly, and experienced artists, the space is always clean, and they had great covid safety measures in place to make their clients feel safe and comfortable! Specifically, I love my artist Heather! She has created pieces for me that I never would have dreamed of having! She works with my style and ideas and draws me pieces that I'm proud and excited to get tattooed! She's also super accommodating with my schedule and is so sweet! Definitely try out this shop for custom work, I recommend it to everyone who asks me about my tattoos!

    Strawberry tattoo

    I had an absolutely amazing experience with Mike at Black Lantern Tattoo. I wanted a cute strawberry tattoo and he did it quickly, efficiently, and he was such a chill person to talk to! Price is also VERY affordable compared to other places with similar quality. Go see Mike!

    E M.

    I've been coming to Heather ever since she was an apprentice here, and I try to come back every chance I get! She's insanely skilled and I can't say enough about all the work and overtime she's put into my pieces. Even when I've struggled to explain my vision or find proper references, she's somehow taken my ideas and executed them better than I ever could have described. Her style is unique and it's not something I had been able to find before, so if you get a chance to book with her, DO IT! Not only is she a talented artist but she's also very comfortable to work with, which is something I really appreciate. She always makes sure you're happy with the placement and final touches, comfortable throughout and getting breaks if you need them. The shop as a whole is also very welcoming and clean, always has good music or a show on, and if you're lucky you might also get a little animal therapy with the shop dog while you wait.

    Emily C.

    Quality tattoos, amazing service, prime location, what more could you ask for? All three of these pieces were done by Kim. This is my second time working with her and the third is not long from now. Kim's your girl if you want quality art that lasts. She's very thorough and is happy to explain and answer questions before and during the procedure, but my advice: just let her do her thing. This lady knows what she's doing. Thank you Kim! Looking forward to continuing to work with you.

    Brows before
    Marie T.

    I went here to see Katy for her micro blading services. And let me say...seeing her was worth every penny. First of all, the studio is super clean and welcoming! I felt very comfortable waiting. I was also kept company by their sweet dog. When I finally saw Katy, she went over what the process would be and asked me about my concerns regarding my eyebrows. She then took her time to carefully measure out my eyebrows. Once the measurements were done, she showed me to make sure I liked how they looked and then we got started. Fast forward to the end, my eyebrows came out AMAZING!! I could not believe how natural they looked. Seeing Katy was the best decision I've ever made. I HIGHLY recommend going to her!

    Jack C.

    This shop is amazing! Clean, professional and they definitely do amazing work. I came from Hawaii looking for poly tribal and D-Rock delivered! He completed my kava sock in 1 year start to finish, I had very sporadic scheduling due to my work and he snuck me in there. Overall extremely pleased and the prices are great.

    Strawberry cow
    Aiyana A.

    I got tattoo by Michelangelo and I'm absolutely in love with it. Everything is super clean and I love the art work displayed on the walls!! Highly highly recommend getting tattooed here!!!

    First session, one more to go!
    Nikki H.

    My sister's friend just got a tattoo and my sister told me to check out the artist's Instagram. Her name is Heather. She's just out of her apprenticeship, but honestly I'd never have known. Her work is amazing! I made an appt right away. Super easy to work with...told her my ideas and she drew it up the night before....exactly what I wanted. The location itself is easy to find; right on the corner of Bascom and Camden. Really clean and love the huge windows with nice natural lighting. A huge plus for me is that the owner was there and and right when I walked in, the cutest wiener dog waddled up to me to check me out. Once I got his approval, he just wanted head scratches . Anyway this place is amazing! Can't wait to go back to finish my piece!

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    Griffin R.

    Been to Black Lantern three separate times now to get tattooed by Heather. Her artwork always comes out amazing, and I always feel comfortable trusting her artistic vision for different pieces. The shop itself is super chill and all the artists are very friendly! Always enjoy chatting with everyone while getting tattooed. And.... if you're lucky you'll get to meet the shop's dog :)

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    Brandon is awesome. I've had all my work done now and he is the boss I've had work on me. Thank you Brandon

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    I've been coming to Heather ever since she was an apprentice here, and I try to come back every chance I get!

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    New Generation Tattoo - My finished tattoo by Jayden

    New Generation Tattoo

    4.9(1.1k reviews)
    3.4 miCambrian Park
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    Loved getting tattooed by van she was so sweet and her work is amazing! I traveled about 4 an a…read morehalf a hours for a smaller tattoo and it was totally worth it I definitely will be coming back to her.

    I had an incredible experience at New Generation, and I can't recommend Jayden enough. After seeing…read moreher work on Instagram, I reached out via email for a consult, and from the start she was responsive, professional, and easy to communicate with. We began with a full one-hour consultation in-person, where she really took the time to get to know my ideas. We brainstormed together, looked at different styles, and talked through what I liked and didn't like. I never felt rushed or dismissed--Jayden genuinely listened, which made me feel confident moving forward. I sent my deposit via Zelle at the end of the consult, and everything felt very smooth and organized. My tattoo was done over three sessions, spaced about a month apart to allow proper healing. Jayden made every session comfortable and enjoyable, she's such a joy to be tattooed by. You can truly tell how passionate she is about her art and her style, and it honestly feels special knowing you're giving her the opportunity to tattoo you. This piece ended up being the largest project Jayden has ever taken on, and it was also the biggest piece I've ever gotten, which made the entire experience feel even more special and truly an honor for me. The care and attention she put into it really show in the final result. I paid cash for each session, and everything was straightforward. Jayden also checked in often via text throughout the healing process and offered suggestions whenever I had questions or concerns, which I really appreciated. Also, huge shoutout to Justin, Phong, Brandon, and Thuy for being so friendly and keeping the shop energy high at every session - it really made the studio feel welcoming and comfortable. I already plan on getting tattooed by Jayden again in the next few months. If you're considering New Generation, definitely book with her. You can check out her work on Instagram here: @jaydenalexistattoo https://www.instagram.com/jaydenalexistattoo/ Jayden, thank you so much again for this opportunity, you are an absolute gem.

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    5.0(70 reviews)
    3.3 miWillow Glen
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    Trung did all my tattoos about five years ago, and I recently reached out to him to get a new…read morepiece. I would only trust him with my tattoos. Unfortunately, he's been fully booked and now focuses on larger pieces, so he wasn't available for mine. However, he introduced me to his colleague, Diem. I showed them what I had in mind, and Diem came up with an even better idea for my tattoo. It turned out amazing--she did a fantastic job. She was also very polite and answered all my questions. I haven't gotten any tattoos since Trung did my last one five years ago, but I will definitely come back for more from the artists here. They are highly skilled and really understand what you want. The pricing is also reasonable. The vibe in the shop is very quiet and warm. Diem even played great music while I was getting tattooed. 1000/10

    I completely forgot to leave a review for this shop…read more I contacted them about an eyebrow piercing and spoke to Trung to get an appointment set up. If I remember correctly I came in on 8/1/25 and Nhi took care of getting me the paperwork to fill out and did the actual piercing. Before we even did it she asked me about where I wanted it and was very patient with me in making sure it was exactly where I wanted it. It took a couple of tries but I got it to where I want it. Nhi did an amazing job! I barely felt anything and the piercing came out great! I spoke to Trung after about possibly getting another tattoo finished/touched up so in time I'll make another appointment for that. Also, the shop is pretty small so I don't recommend bringing lots of friends. Overall I met Nhi and Trung and they're very chill and will work with you on getting what you want. Highly recommend this shop for all your tattoo/ piercing needs!

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    4.9(116 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    I really like this piercing and tattoo studio. I came a couple of weeks ago for an ear lobe…read morepiercing and was scheduled with Eoin. I wanted to get a third hole on both ears. My piercer was really friendly and answered my questions. I felt comfortable and the piercing actually didn't hurt that much at all. Came back today to downsize and scheduled with Eoin. They did an excellent job again. Didn't feel a thing. I will come back and get more piercings. I really recommend and everyone was friendly.

    Mixed feelings about a service that ultimately wasn't provided. Communication leading up to the…read moreappointment was great--10/10 by text--and I appreciated the follow-ups from the team. However, after my first appointment was canceled, I came in for my rescheduled visit and left feeling pretty discouraged. The staff explained the risks thoroughly, but it came across less like informed consent and more like they simply didn't want to perform the piercing. I was told things like they had already turned down several people for this type of piercing, that I only had about a 30% chance of success, that it's very hard to be eligible, and that I could be left with a large mark on my abdomen. For a navel piercing--which is very common--that felt excessive and discouraging. What added to the confusion was being told that I had "the perfect anatomy" for it, yet all the guidance seemed aimed at convincing me not to go forward the more and more the conversation went the scarier it got. I was also asked to find jewelry elsewhere and come back because their gauges were too large if I still wanted the piercing done. In the end, I went to another shop and had the piercing done without issue. I can't fully recommend this place, but I also can't completely dismiss them--the experience just left a sour taste. Hopefully, fewer people walk away feeling turned down or discouraged at a shop that offers piercings..

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    Interior of shop - we offer Friday the 13th tattoos

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    Humble Beginnings Tattoo

    Humble Beginnings Tattoo

    4.5(307 reviews)
    4.9 miDowntown
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    Simply amazing and unforgettable! Got my first ever tattoo with Orly and what he gave me was…read moregreater than I had expected/hoped for! I reached out to him and his booking manager over IG and it was a super easy process to do. The day of my appointment, I was super nervous! Orly is super personable, calm, and friendly. He asked what I had in mind and if I had any pictures to go off of and he went from there. He got some assistance from Bong, who was a guest artist that week and I couldn't have been more thankful! The art he gave me is beautiful and I'm still in awe that it actually happened. I'm definitely coming back to finish my sleeve. 10/10 would recommend to anyone!

    Humble Beginnings Tattoo Studio is hands down my favorite tattoo studio in the Bay Area. From the…read moremoment you walk in, you feel like you're among your people--they make you feel like family. My first visit was for a partial cover-up that transitioned into a tribal tattoo. I researched very carefully because I was intentionally seeking women tattoo artists who specialize in tribal work. The story I'm telling through my tattoos matters deeply to me, and respect for symbolism is essential. That search led me to Mel. After seeing her work, I booked a consultation--and she more than lived up to her reputation. In fact, she exceeded my expectations so much that I returned to have the tattoo extended straight down my spine (which is AWESOME!!!) My long-term project is to have women tattoo artists visually gift my life story in Polynesian and Filipino tribal styles across the entire right side of my body. While I also proudly wear tattoos by male artists on the other side--chosen just as intentionally--I want this side to honor women artists who truly understand and respect tribal symbolism. Mel is absolutely among the best. A few weeks ago, I returned during Humble Beginnings' Black Friday flash sale and got a rose tattoo on my arm--this time by Kim. She did such an incredible job that I'm already planning to go back to her for a rose half-sleeve. I'll also be returning to Mel to continue work on my leg and complete another section of my side. Every time I'm in the studio, I find myself watching the other artists work and feeling completely inspired. Their talent is next-level. Honestly, I'm tempted to get tattooed by every artist there! As long as I have canvas for it! Every artist at Humble Beginnings is incredibly skilled, and having their work represented on your body is absolutely worth it. If you're looking for artistry, intention, and a studio that truly feels like home--this is the place.

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    One of my husbands many from Antwon.

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    Sacred Oath Tattoos - Sergio In Action

    Sacred Oath Tattoos

    4.8(73 reviews)
    0.8 miCambrian Park
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    I recently lost my first pet after spending a wonderful 17 years together. By day two, I knew I…read moreneeded to get a memorial tattoo asap. I've followed Sergio on Instagram for several years and I always said he would be my next tattoo artist. Sergio does an amazing job on traditional and Neo Americano tattoos which is exactly my vibe. One night I messaged him on instagram and within a few hours I had a response from him to talk about the project. He was really patient with me while I worked through a million questions and he was just as excited about doing the tattoo as I was. Sergio was amazing! I gave him an inspirational photo and told him I thought it was missing a lot of umph but I didn't know what. He immediately knew though! He submitted his design to me and it was perfect. Everything I wanted that I could not put into words. The best part of all is that it actually looks like my cat. He worked really hard to get his features to come through. The day of the tattoo I am super nervous but when I walked in the place had great vibes. Let me just say how CLEAN this shop is. Its got chill vibes which was really calming. All the artists said hi and Sergio was right there by the door greeting me. Sergio and I talked about size previously but once the sketches were printed out we decided going about an inch larger would be better. I held the design to my leg and agreed. Great eye, Sergio! Also like to add that Sergio was completely professional. Ladies, we've all had a creep tattoo us and Sergio is not one of those guys! RECOMMEND RECOMMEND RECOMMEND. All the green flags. Now as far as the tattoo process went, let me just tell you what!! Sergio is FAST but PRECISE. I've never seen such a clean tattoo before. This tattoo took less than three hours for the amazing quality that it is. He has a light hand so this was probably the LEAST painful tattoo I've ever gotten. Out of all for artists that have put their artwork on my body, his technique was the most comfortable. I can not stress this enough, it was not uncomfortable to sit for this long and were it a larger tattoo, I could have kept going. I was super impressed when he really took the time to capture the color of my cat's eyes and sat there customizing a color to get it just right. He had a picture of my cat on his tablet propped up on the table the whole time to ensure accuracy. Special thanks for Chris in the studio! He came over to peep the project and we got to talking about food and culture. I was so into our conversation that I forgot I was even getting tattooed and was completely shocked to look down and see the outline was done. What a great distraction and some good convo. As for parking, there is plenty of parking in the back. The studio is in a corner building so just turn down the side street and there's a parking lot right behind it. I felt completely safe in the parking lot and it looks well kept. Overall, you're crazy if you aren't getting a tattoo at Sacred Oath. Definitely check out their artists on their website. They have an artist for just about any style project you are looking for. Highly recommend Sergio and his work.

    Sergio gave me my 3 year recovery ink!…read more I love that there are two Dota for the first 2 years! Year 3, 3 months and 7 days...when I got this ink! Can't wait for my next ink job!

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    Jero's art from Sacred Oath Tattoo!

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