If you are looking at getting a new tattoo I will definitely recommend this place. They are so nice, helpful and friendly. Got one of my tattoos done there and will definitely comeback soon. read more

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My experience was great from the desk to the end of the session. I booked an appointment with Alex Paiva a few weeks in advance. I am from Los Angeles and have taken a trip to Savannah to enjoy the city and to see him at this shop for yet another piece. I have collected 5 pieces from him since 2016. I consider Alex to be a collaborator and a partner in this process. He works with my idea and turns it into his vision. He is a natural and a prodigy. My last two pieces have been freehanded with a sharpie in the Japanese style, and they are each nothing less than a masterpiece. Thank you Alex. read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Chrysanthemum in the Japanese style by Alex Paiva - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

The vibe is very welcoming. I came there as a walk in for a touch up on a previous tattoo. Dom did such a great job! He shaded in my tattoo and it looks great! read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Paper crane tattoo that is touched up and colored pink - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Jose did amazing with customizing my personal tattoo with my late moms handwriting. He's so skilled with detail artwork and shading. Highly recommend if you're looking for a unique detailed tattoo artist! He's also hilarious, so bonus points for that!! read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Today was my first tattoo. After looking for one for almost 35 years, I finally found the one. Justin was my tattoo artist and did an awesome job!! I highly recommend Black Orchid and Justin! read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Special date and adventures! - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

This shop is amazing, and the artist Justin is even better. I saw pictures of his very detailed work and was excited to see how he made the font for a word I wanted on my arm. The detail. All of the intricate scrolls and tiny lines. The shop over all- very chill, calm, clean, friendly, professional. I see why they say tattoos are addictive. read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

I love this place and will definitely be back at any chance I get. Jeff is very nice and makes the tattoos his own. The entire crew made me feel very comfortable about being so exposed. Please please please if you ever want a tattoo come to black orchid :) read more

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Overwhelmed with joy from beginning to end. I have waited 20 years to get these specific pieces to start my sleeves, I will try and make this short ! From the moment I called the shop and spoke to Natalia, (amazing professional) to my entrance in this shop. Not sure what I was expecting but I've been to several shops in 4-7 states and this was beyond what I could've imagined. The cleanliness, the staff the owner everyone was pleasant to be around. The shop has character, warmth, with a joyful and nostalgic feel. I was willing to wait as long as I needed to because I had previously seen the artists work online. I choose Jose, and my my my JOSE JOSE JOSE!!! It couldn't have been a perfect match if we tried! He was easy to talk to, funny, professional, caring and is a family man, just like I we had similar stories and understood one another. His colleague that sits next him is Carrie she's also an amazing artist. I don't think this shop hires Mickey Mouse and so I trusted his expertise and crossed my fingers, eventually those finger touched my mouth in disbelief!! I was in awe of the work he did. At the beginning I thought it was a lot of money for what I wanted and then I thought I didn't pay enough! I'm getting all my work done with him which will cost a few thousand and he is well worth it! My husband, son, and daughter will be booking with him as well, I will post pictures but remember this was yesterday!! I want to take the time to thank Natalia because I wasn't going to book right away but her detailed explanation and caring about my sunburn it was simple and to the point on what steps to take next and she cared, it wasn't about just grabbing my money. She made it happen, so many times we over look the ppl that make these things happen and give all credit to the doer. In this case, from my stance Natalia made it happen! She is an asset to the shop not sure how long she's been there but she's a keeper! Thank you to ALL of you for rocking it! Black Orchid has taken tattooing to another level, they LOVE what they do and it SHOWS!!!! God bless this shop and all who work within those walls may your hands and hearts be blessed everyday! Thank you J. read more

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. Went To Savanna with my BFF and decided to get matching tattoos and we found this amazing place that Takes walk-ins which make our life so much easier. The artist was so talented and friendly. read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Matching tattoo with BFF - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Best tattoo studio around. Frankie is a tattoo goddess! Never thought I'd ever get a large tattoo and I'm currently in the waiting area for a shoulder cap her work is delicate, detailed and beautiful. Go see her now! Promise you'll thank me later! read more

Went to Savannah for a vacation. Shops with this caliber of artists are usually booked out weeks, sometimes months so I was hoping to get lucky with someone having a cancellation. Low and behold Jose was available to do a tattoo! Jose was super chill and down to earth, he took my design and made it even better then I had envisioned. Great experience overall! Thank you Jose I will gladly drive 5 hours to get my tattoos done by you in the future read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Chef knife tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Super clean shop, excellent customer service. Austen did a fabulous job on my tattoo, a drawn-on, yellow rose of Texas. He definitely knocked it out of the park, the artwork is beautiful, clean line work, and he picked the prettiest colors and blended them perfectly. My particular tattoo was in my elbow ditch. I usually sit pretty well, but had a tough time with this one because of the tender area. He was patient and didn't make me feel embarrassed at all when I got a little lightheaded near the end of the session. Very professional and kind. After three years of looking in the Savannah area, I'm really happy I found him and Black Orchid. I'll absolutely be back! read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Mel is awesome! Called up and was able to be seen and get the tattoo all in the same day! She was super cool to talk to you and very light handed so the tattoo was a breeze! I highly recommend going to see her plus the inside of this place is like a museum of cool knick knacks and art! read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

So my cousins and I were in savannah for two days and wanted to experience getting a tattoo together. I got my own tattoo and we got one matching. Sadly, I don't remember our artist name but he was so good and patient! My cousin screamed.. it was her first time. Not to mention he worked fast. The tattoos came out amazing and we left very satisfied. Definitely, will come back for the free touch up! read more

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My tattoo came out better than i could have expected. amazing shading done as well (i got a floral butterfly done) and had Marcelo i believe (i may have butchered his name i apologize). read more

After just turning 21, I decided I wanted to get a tattoo. I have lived near Black Orchid for two years and have always wanted to go. We came in for a consultation with the owner, and I left almost in tears. He told me it would be about a two-hour job, but he wouldn't be able to do it for about 4 months. Since it was my first tattoo, I was willing to wait. We sat down to look at other artists' portfolios to ensure we wanted Chris. While looking through, another couple came in the door to also get a consultation with Chris. We overheard the female of the couple talking about getting her tattoo and that she needed it done within the next week. Chris told her it would take him about two hours and that he would be able to fit her in. My boyfriend and I looked at each other, speechless, and left. I still cannot believe that happened, and I am so appalled. I hope nobody else has to be treated this way, especially for their first tattoo. Each customer deserves to feel like a priority. We took our money to Kustom Hustle, where I was a priority. read more

Jose was amazing! The staff was very friendly and Jose came out and greeted me, made me feel extremely comfortable, was so friendly and we had a super cool connection about the tattoo I was getting! He did an excellent job and I left extremely happy. I got handwriting and I was a little nervous about the size and placement and he was diligent and patient in helping me decide and it came out absolutely perfect. I could not be happier he is very talented! read more

I have gone to Black Orchid several times over the past three years. Brian Warnekros is my artist and I'm very appreciative of his skill. I get complimented all the time on my half sleeve. I love the feel of the shop - it's always clean, very stylish and respectful to the structure of the building. You can't beat a beautifully converted old Southern home. The artists' non-tattoo artwork typically graces the walls and occasionally they have special themes up (like skate decks, for example). I think it's a great method for sending home the concept that the tattooers are actual artists and deserve that respect. Here's my normal process for a small piece: I call the shop with a general idea in mind and an approximation of when I'd like to have it done. Sometimes this requires a little bit of flexibility with my appointment times, because it's a busy shop. I wouldn't want to go somewhere that wasn't consistently busy. In making the appointment, I pay my $50 deposit for the time slot. This deposit is later credited to my balance. I go to the appointment time with a general idea of what I want. I normally hand Brian a few print outs and point out what I like from each print and then he comes up with something custom that incorporates the parts that I like. I sit, he tats, I gush. For bigger pieces, I generally have a consult and give him the opportunity to sketch in advance. Expect a bigger deposit for a bigger tattoo. I told him once that I was interested in a white ink tattoo - something that could be a tiny bit more subtle. He explained to me that, for most people, the white doesn't stay a true white and instead turns yellow or eggplant. Because he wouldn't want to give me a tattoo that would later be fugly, we tested an inconspicuous spot to see how I held the color. I appreciated that he took the time to do that (fyi, I'm a yellow). All of my other tattoos have held up beautifully and, as I said before, I get tons of compliments. read more

I just got my very first tattoo, I'm 44 so it was a huge deal for me. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. The owner, Brooke, was so sweet. Her husband, Chris, was the artist. He helped me pick the perfect design, I couldn't make up my mind. I love what he came up with. He was so much fun! He was very gentle and made sure I was okay several times, which I was. I had one of the best times of my life! The tattoo is gorgeous! I am so proud of it. The young lady at the desk is a hoot! She is very knowledgeable and so easy to talk to. The atmosphere is super cool with fantastic energy! I can't say enough about this place. I would never consider letting another place tattoo me in the future. I will be back with my oldest, 19, to get his first tattoo in the near future. Thank you Black Orchid for such a memorable day! read more

This review is a little belated but they deserve a fabulous rating so I'm doing it anyways! I got a tattoo done here by Marcus Dove back in May of 2010. I had previously been in to talk with him about my idea but I changed it the week of. They require a deposit of $50 to schedule an appointment and of course the deposit went towards your tattoo. I came up with a great idea for a tattoo and when I came in for my appointment, we found a couple pictures we liked and Marcus sketched it for me. I got it on my left shoulder blade. It healed perfectly in 2 weeks and is still absolutely fabulous. I will attempt to post a picture so you can see it. I moved away and now live 4 hours away but when I get my next one, I will be heading back to Savannah to have it done by Marcus! read more

Black Orchid Tattoo - Blackbird holding a blackberry and bloom. Tattoo done by Marcus Dove May 2010. - Tattoo Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Loved our experience there, especially as walk-ins! Friendly, fast, and beautiful service. I had Austen as my artist and he was great!! Would absolutely recommend instead of the busier shops downtown. Photo is of my work several months later. Holding up and healed really well! read more

Great experience! They were able to take my friend and I in as walk ins. Great tattoos for a very fair price. The receptionist was welcoming and kept a good conversation. I was tattooed by Camden Noir who was so fun to talk to, and gave me exactly what I wanted. The shop is very clean, and has a welcoming atmosphere. The decor is awesome!! Lots of cool antiques and artwork. I will be back soon!! Tried 2 other shops before landing in the gem, honestly the BEST shop in Savannah. read more

I had my first tattoo done at Black Orchid by Scott. He was friendly and accommodating, even though I was really nervous about the pain. Everyone that we met in the studio was incredibly nice. I would definitely go back again! read more

Sitting at 17 tattoos. I have work done by Marcus on my left shoulder some simple stuff. Brian has done 6 touch-ups at once, and over the last 2 years he's done 4 large pieces for me-filling up the front of my thighs. The shop has always been clean with a friendly staff. I've had to wait a time or two because the person before me was late or took a few too many breaks lol. Brian is quick and very efficient with details and amazing with the colors/shading. I recommend him to everyone who asks about my work! The $50 deposit goes towards your total cost, but mine has been rolling over for 8 months now! The portfolios show some of their work...I've seen even better as the finished product walks out satisfied! Highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for basic ink to some of the most detailed ideas you can come up with!!! read more

I had an amazing experience at Black Orchid. Austen provided a cool experience all the way through. The work was truly excellent, and for me the collaboration was exactly what I want from an artist. I like to come in with a concept, and then let the artist customize and personalize the ink. Austen was awesome at that. I ended up with a tattoo different and better than I imagined. More than just that he was fun to hang out with, and has great taste in music. The whole vibe and experience was professional but fun. I will be working with him again soon. Mark Parker read more

My experience Black Orchid was great. Nice, relaxed environment. My artist Mags was great at holding conversation and making sure I liked my piece. I would definitely go back. The shop itself was clean and they provide reminders so you don't forget about appointments. read more

Out of the 3 tattoo shops I have been to, I won't be returning to this one. I went to this place while it was still across from York Hall when I was attending SCAD due to very good recommendations from a lot of people that I know. I'm not sure who the tattoo "artist" was but he spent about a half hour on my tattoo, missed a few spots, and rushed when his lunch arrived. Spent money on a shit tattoo and I won't even come back to get it touched up I was so dissatisfied. I'll probably wait until I visit my hometown and go to one of our good shops there to do it for me. I do not recommend this establishment. read more

LOVE. I have one tattoo done by Chris, which is almost 5 years old and still bright and beautiful. I also have 4 tattoos done by Brian that I love. I bring some semblance of an idea and Brian makes it beautiful. I just let him run with it. He also fixed one of my disasters from another shop. His prices are reasonable and he works in a timely manner. The shop is clean and the atmoshphere is laid back. The shitty attitude that I have come across in other shops is nowhere to be found at Black Orchid. read more

Black Orchid has provided me with some of the best service I could ever expect from a tattoo studio. I walked in with a solid idea of what I wanted but no artistic talent to sketch it out. I initially selected Marcus Dove to meet with for a consult where I was to describe what I wanted and the style I wanted it in. When I showed up for the consult with Marcus, he immediately suggested I use Chris Autry when I requested a photo-realist tattoo. He said he'd be happy to do it if I wanted it but that Chris was the best when it came to bringing these things to life. I spoke with Chris and made an appointment for the next week. Thanks to work getting slammed, I was forced to show up embarassingly late to my appointment. I called to notify Chris that I'd be late and everything was fine. When I got there, Chris showed me his sketch and got right to work. It took about three hours to finish but that's about what I'd expect for the level of detail I was requesting. We took two 10 minute breaks, which I was grateful for because I was pretty raw. I've received nothing but compliments on the piece and the only people who can't tell what it is are the folks who wouldn't know what they were looking at if they were holding it in their hands (rhubarb and a morel mushroom, for the record.) When my wife wanted to get something to celebrate our first anniversary, she tried to use Chris Autry again but he was booked solid. Being that her piece was smaller and significantly more simplistic, she felt safe using Chris Harris, as he had a good portfolio as well. She's quite happy with the results. Prices are fair and service is exceptional. I'd recommend these guys to anyone. read more

FRANKIE IS THE BEST--I mean everyone that works there is super kind and friendly, but it was my first tattoo, and I was very nervous. Frankie made me feel extremely comfortable: she made sure the tattoo was exactly what and where I wanted it, and she even did a tiny dot first so I knew what to expect the needling to feel like. 1000% great experience, and the tattoo is BEAUTIFULLY done. Thank you to Frankie and the whole staff for such a perfect first-tattoo experience! Couldn't be happier with the results read more

I have been to Chris Autry twice in the last 3 years, and I have been so happy with the results and the treatment I get from him. I had him take a tramp stamp and turn it into a back piece with only the instructions of "something to go with what's already there, and no color." Horrible, vague instructions, I know, but Chris produced a piece that was exactly what I wanted. Later, I had him design a cross for my grandfather (his last name was "Cruz"), and it was perfect--not too plain, but not too girly, either. . I have had friends who have had work done by other artists there, and their pieces look great. I highly recommend Black Orchid to any and everyone! read more

While Josh's artistic talent is apparent, the studio itself is not necessarily the best. Josh gave me no after care instructions for my tattoo, and as such, it is very aggravated and raw. I ended up asking my other studio for a copy of their after care instructions. I'm just hoping to avoid infection at this point. Prices are a lot higher than I was expecting, but the artists are all friendly and patient. Just make sure you have after care before you leave the studio! read more

I've ben tattooed here twice by two different artists and they are one of the beat shops in the city . Nice guys and gals stellar work get tattooed here you will not regret it. read more

Frankie was such a sweet artist who took me as a walk in. She made my script tattoo special by adding some leaves, and she was super steady even though my leg was shaking. Front desk was helpful and kind. Will definitely return! read more

Have had 2 tattoos done by Brian W. in the past year. He does some kickass work! All the people there are great and the prices are right where they should be for the great work that they do. I will be going back to them soon for my next idea! read more

My BFF went in for memorial tattoos as both of our Dad's have passed . We selected Mags for our Artist , I can't tell you how HAPPY we both are. We met Mags to go over our thoughts on designs . She NAILED it ! When we saw our designs tears ran down our faces ! The final tattoos are absolutely Beautiful, Color, detail , AMAZING . I read a post form Kelsey saying she never got a care sheet and the price was too much , NOT TRUE we both got instructions from Mags and than a written copy with free A&D ointment , The price was fair for the work done we would have not blinked an eye if it was more ! If you want a Beautiful tattoo This is the Place ! Ask for Mags =) read more

Solid place to get everything from a simple design to a full scale piece. I've surfed around Savannah trying to find "my" tattoo shop and the Black O is the one I felt most comfortable at. Very clean and offers a range of options for artists each with their own talents. Isaac is my usual guy and is stellar. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends. read more

Went to see Josie to get my first tattoo. She did a beautiful job, and was lots of fun. I highly recommend her and the rest of the artists st the shop. read more

I went here to get a tattoo recolored, and the guy doubled up the outline and totally screwed up my yellow submarine. Also just one of the most unpleasant people I have ever had to pay in my life. My only review ever. So I made an account just to say this. He is the one with the bad black patterned designed covering his arms. Can't remember his name. read more