Great walk-in touch up sitting with Kyle while in town visiting. His speciality is flash and traditional so I felt very confident his color application would be solid. He did a great job adding colorful life to a fading piece done years ago by another artist. Next time I'm in town I'm definitely going to get one of his cool flash pieces to add to my collection. Thanks Kyle! read more

Came here for matching tattoos and wanted something small but detailed. Fritz was the artist who worked on me, my mother, and my brother. He did stellar work and recommended a placement of the tattoo that I really loved. Fritz and his wife who also works there and does amazing work are hilarious and super friendly. He made my first tattoo a much less scary experience. They will take care of you here. read more

Great shop. Atmosphere is spot on and the staff is super friendly and professional. Kyle did a back piece on me and it was exactly what I wanted and more ! Highly recommend this place read more

Great place if you want good clean solid custom work.. The place is beautiful very relaxing and welcoming. I was a bit on the fence with a new place but these guys have tons if experience and have been here in the valley for a while. Very professional and helpful which is a plus no attitudes no bs just all around good guys that are extremely talented. Im very pleased with my work and the work I saw from the other artists there. I highly recommend stopping in and checking the place out even if your not in the market for a tattoo..... read more

This place is awesome! Full of amazing individuals who knows how to make your idea into a reality! I've been working with Dave for the last couple sessions on my back and he is doing an amazing job! I recommend getting a tattoo here! Artist and staff are friendly and the best in the business!!! Will be getting more tattoo from!!! read more

This place is amazing! I got my third tattoo done by Lolo, i have never met friendlier staff and the price was very reasonable and the tattoo looked great! Lolo was so sweet and made sure i was comfortable. She really listened to my idea and made sure i liked what i saw. This is the first tattoo parlor/artist that i can honestly say i will come back to. Thank you for making my day! read more

I highly suggest Black Sails to anyone who is looking for a new shop. I moved here from Vegas looking for a new shop to do traditional work and I ran across Black Sails. The owner, Fritz, specializes in traditional work (American or Japanese) and does a damn good job. He creates all of his own art, he's fast, and the prices are standard for Arizona. Furthermore, the shop is beautiful. If you're looking for your new tattoo shop, you just found it. read more

This a great new shop. Mr. Fritz does amazing work, has over 10 years experience and is super charming. He has a great eye for what makes an awesome piece of bodily artwork. He just finished my half-sleeve of cherry blossoms and beautiful hummingbird. You won't be disappointed with his work. read more

I got my first tattoo done by fritz. I went to many different tattoo shops and no one seemed to care I was even talking to them, but not fritz. He sat down with me and drew out exactly what I wanted without asking me for money or making me wait. The fact that he was so down to earth and willing to take the time out to listen to what I wanted, there was no doubt that he was going to be my tattoo artist. He not only did an extremely good job on my tattoo but also made the whole process relaxed with his demeanor. I suggest anyone who is looking for great tattoo artists as well as great people to go to Black Sails Tattoo shop. read more

Love my tattoo! Back in June I had Fritz do a flower design I brought in on my ribs, and even though it didn't match their usual style, it turned out wonderful and healed super fast. They were able to fit me in the day after I called and when it came to pay, they went on the lower end of the estimate they gave me. I have a small compass on my arm that cost me $185 at a different shop and they only charged me $150 for a larger piece on my ribs (neither have color or shading). I was so happy with the experience and felt super comfortable and not at all intimidated as sometimes I feel in other shops. read more

My husband and I have gotten multiple tattoos from Black Sails over the past 3 years. We are consistently thrilled with the quality, cleanliness, professionalism, and cost. Fritz and Lolo are extremely friendly, welcoming, and eager to work with clients to create their perfect piece. We cannot recommend them enough!!! read more

Wow this place is amazing! I grew some balls and got my first tattoo from Fritz and I absolutely love it, his experience and talent just amazes me.. I will be coming back for any work I want it done and will never regret it. I'm new to the tattoo world but these guys are great! Clean work, great environment, and very relaxing! Dont miss the chance to check this place out! Thanks and I'll see you soon Fritz read more

Artists are professional and the shop is very clean/sanitary. They take the right steps to make sure nothing goes wrong

Had a walk in done by Fritz, the linework and art was solid and everything came out just as I hoped, all for a good price as well! Definitely would go back in the future read more

Dave Lopez did a 3/4 sleeve on my arm almost a year ago. It still looks like I just had it done. I get stopped every day, with questions/compliments about it. Dave was super fast, and gentle. I was actually able to sit through the whole thing. He creativity is breathtaking, and he is quite an artist. I cant wait to get more work done! I have been to many shops/ artists and have never felt as trusting as I do with Dave creating a permanent masterpiece on my skin. I will never go to anyone else! read more

FRITZ IS THE MAN!! He tattooed like 4 friends of mine and all of them are bad ass. if you want traditional tattoos then Fritz is for you. Ill always have him be my artist, such sick work and detail and big solid lines. read more

What can you say bad about Black Sails Tattoo ?!? The shop is incredibly great looking inside and very comforting & cleaner than any other shops I've been too in the Valley. Respectful, well manner tattoo artists and will help you to get the tattoo you exactly want ! Dave Lopez is my go to guy. He has Excellent skills and talent for what he does best. I absolute love his work and the way he uses colors to catch your attention makes the tattoo stand out so awesome!!. I couldnt be any happier to have a guy like him to tattoo me. I cant wait finish my whole leg with him. Black Sails is THE place to come and make memories on your body . I promise you this is the shop that will not let you come out unhappy ! come get inked people !! read more

Scotty Rich is working on my half sleeve and it is amazing! I love the work he has done so far. It's totally worth the money. I'm so proud to show off my tattoo and I'll definitely be going to him for many more tattoos. read more

It's been 15 years since my last tattoo, and this was my first experience hand selecting the shop, the artist and the design. I had two cousins and best friend get tattoos from Fritz, so the shop came highly recommended. I followed them and their artists on Instagram so I could see whose work may closely embody what I wanted in my next tattoo. After weeks of consideration and IG stalking, I decided to go with Alexander. Even though the design I had to mind wasn't exactly his "style"... I admired his attention to detail. From beginning to end, working with Alex was great. Very professional and easy to communicate with. I discussed my idea with him, and he came up with a beautiful design. The tattoo went very smoothly from beginning to end. As for the shop, it has a very cool vibe, everything is super sanitary- definitely a great place whether you are new to tattoos or a veteran. And a heads up... Alex does do color! Most of his IG are black/grey but he can rock out color as well :) In terms of pricing, I cannot speak to whether prices are high, low or moderate. I thought it was very fair for what I got. Personally... I don't believe that a tattoo is a time to be bargain shopping. It is a piece of art that will be forever on your body. Make the investment in a clean, well respected shop and a good artist! read more

This is a great legit professional tattoo shop! These guys have some serious skills and treat your tattoo as if it is their own or their child's tattoo. Scott took his time to make sure I enjoy my complicated custom piece for a lifetime. Highly recommend this place for your next or first tattoo. read more

Highly recommend this shop. We (daughter and I) stumbled upon this place by necessity and accident. My daughter (under 18) wanted a tattoo for her birthday- the original place we picked could not work on someone under 18 due to business laws in their jurisdiction so we began our search online. As soon as my daughter saw Alexander's work on their website- her decision was made. By the time we got there I decided to get a tattoo, as well. Alexander and Fritz were easy to work with, made us feel comfortable, listened to what we wanted and each came up with beautiful art work for our tattoos. read more

I got my first tatto here from the owner himself...he sat down and drew out the tattoo for me when other shop's didnt bother. He was extremly friendly and did an amazing job, i highly suggest anyone who want a relaxed enviroment with great tattoo artisit's to come to this shop. read more

Special shout out to KyleXgrand...dope AF artist, and on the fly. As a walk-in, Kyle drew up a sick ass panther and #blasted away. The shop is hella chill, based on the location (nothing cool around) you might be hesitant, but once inside it's truly a beaut!!! Definitely recommend this shop!!! read more

Friendliest, most talented people in town, located right here. Also, the shop's decor is stellar!! I'd have checked more stars if they were available. read more

Get tattooed by Fritz at Black Sails Tattoo! He is a tattoo wizard and incredible artist!

I've had the pleasure of being tattooed by Fritz Andrews for quite some time and continue to return for more and more work. I can say that Fritz takes care of his customers and is one of the most down to earth artists I've ever met. Amazing work and takes pride in every piece. Looking forward to seeing him and the boys at Black Sails succeed. read more

I got my first tattoo done here by Kyle. He did a fantastic job both with how the tattoo looks (exactly how I wanted it too) and by talking to me and helping me not get scared. Overall it was a fantastic place to get a tattoo. My only problem was they didn't tell me too much on how to care for it when it was healing so I didn't know what to do. read more