Great shop filled with talented artists and super friendly staff! Shaun is an incredibly talented artist and overall a cool dude. He's done 2 tattoos for me and I'm constantly getting complimented on these pieces. These guys will ensure you will leave with a tattoo you love and you're proud of showing off. I cannot recommend Captured enough! read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

One of the best tattoo shops around. Everyone is nice and humble. No arrogant cocky attitudes here like some other shops. Dans done some on me, i highly recommend this shop read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

This was the most amazing experience! Thank you Tan for making us feel comfortable and for the amazing service! Ask for Tan when you go in! read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

I've now had 4 tattoos with Dan, I highly recommend him, everyone at the shop is so friendly and Dan makes amazing tattoos, I will see him again for my next tattoo soon :) read more

This shop is the best I've been to. I have many tattoos but the two I've gotten here are the best work and best quality I've ever had. They do custom work, have the skills to back it up, and make the experience enjoyable and fun. The vibe of this shop is better than any other I've been to. This will be my go-to as long as I'm local. I highly recommend Tyler, but the other artists here are also very skilled and also contribute to a rad tattoo experience. Cannot recommend this place more! read more

Best Experience for my first Tattoo. Turned out perfect and will definitely come back. Thx again

Once again totally impressed and delighted with the results of my tattoo! This time it was Chris who worked on me. It was a line from a Rumi poem and he just did a fantastic job. Thank you! read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

I got tattooed yesterday by apprentice Tyler! Shop is extremely clean and beautiful, lots of art work all over the walls. Ambiance was great and music was good. Tyler was very professional and owner Dan Smith was the entire process. Pain was not bad at all and I was given clear aftercare instructions. Highly recommend this shop!! Thank you to everyone at Captured!! read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

5 stars for the 5 star experience that you will get if you decide to spend some time at Captured Tattoo! We went in to Captured Tattoo back in December with a concept for Beau, one of the most amazing tattoo artists ever. He was able to take a complicated concept (the blending of 3 heritages) and make it into the most gorgeous art. The process went like this: **We paid $100 as a deposit for a design and described what we wanted via email **We came into the cool, clean shop (more on this later) and Beau showed us a sketch on paper. We had some notes and he went in the back, adjusted and then came back **Then the first session was on. Beau used the sketch as a template for my husband's arm and laid down the main structure in about 3 hours. It looked awesome and before he sent us on our way he was careful to advise about cleaning & care. **Subsequent sessions followed every couple weeks to add shading and texture. **And now it's all done and is the most amazing, intricate, meaningful piece of body art I have ever seen Everyone at the shop is incredibly nice and the store front itself, nestled in the cutest area of old town Tustin is awesome. There is a little bench where I sat while my husband's work was being done on a table in the center of the room and they have a water station. We will be back because the next step is for me to get a smaller version of the inverse to my husband's tattoo... read more

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I can't say enough good things about this shop and the people who work there, very welcoming and receptive. The shop is spotless and very well taken care of, very hygienic. I scheduled a consultation with Dan and we worked together to come up with some ideas. I had some ideas but after talking with Dan we decided on something else, he used his 20+ years of experience and roughly 10,000 different tattoos to explain in detail why something would look off or "weird" It's a true sign of a professional to help guide you in making a permanent decision, rather than just accepting work as it comes even if it's not ideal Thank you Dan, Tyler and everyone else at Captured for such an awesome experience read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Great first impression with setting the appointment with Tyler, and the session went great with artist Chris Astrologo! This was my first time getting a tattoo, and he put me at ease and made the entire experience memorable. Will definitely be back for more work. read more

Awesome studio, got tattooed by Shaun Topper who did an amazing job. Very comfortable environment and extremely professional staff. Definitely coming back to finish my sleeves. read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Shaun Topper is a legend! I'm in love with my Bastet tattoo and I've received so many complements! Tyler, the receptionist was awesome as well! If you're tired of mediocre tattoos and want something fascinating, go see Shaun. read more

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I got my tattoo done by Chris and he did an amazing job. Everyone in the shop is super friendly and it's a chill environment. Definitely recommend going if you're thinking about getting tattooed. read more

Amazing job, very professional from beginning to end. I was nervous for it being my first tattoo and ended up getting two - one on each arm. Tiny but cute. Dan was very informative and I felt very relaxed throughout the entire session. Thank you!! read more

I'd like to thank Chris for giving me a high quality coverup. He was always one step ahead and extremely professional in his work. The design, coloration, all of the above have greatly impressed me. I could not be more satisfied with Captured Tattoo and their artists. read more

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I hate to do this but Im sitting in the parking lot needed to write this somewhere. Had an appointment at 4pm today (December 30th). I showed up at 3:45 to locked doors. I called multiple times, knocked, emailed, even direct message on instagram. Its currently 4:34pm and I have received zero response. I paid the deposit for the appointment yet the store is completely closed. Im upset this has even happened because I was so excited to get my forearm done. I waited for thirty minutes in the rain in front of the shop waiting for someone to open the door or something but nothing happened. I really just want an answer back. read more

This is the best tattoo shop. Shaun is so cool. Maybe the coolest person ever. He's always like, "can you turn the air conditioning lower??? " and that's so cool. I guess it's his thing. So yeah- overall- very cool and unique guy. read more

Shaun has done both of my tattoos. The first one was a fixer upper and he did a beautiful job! He fixed all the lines and made them straight. He brightened up my ugly black tattoo and made it into something new! My second tattoo was an anchor and he came up with an awesome original design which turned out great! He has the best line work and color theory! All of the artists are very polite and truly care about your needs! I've never felt so comfortable! I won't go anywhere else. Shaun is the best!!! Amazing detail and original designs! read more

Captured Tattoo - Shaun Topper - original design - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Shaun, Dan, Chris, and Tyler. Excellent shop. I've had two tattoos done there and both have been great quality. Friendly atmosphere and skilled artists. read more

Great place. 1st time there and what a great experience. Ive been around so I know the difference ... Tyler answered the phone and was more than infinitive and invited me to the ship same day. When I got there again Tyler remembered our convo and got me set up with Beau. (Thanks Tyler ) ....Beau is a true pro.. Also great guy with lots of experience from coast to coast and internationally.. My tattoo came out freakin awesome...stoked THANK YOU BEAU.. Great experience overall.. See ya soon. ... Cheers .. Prost.... read more

I cannot recommend Captured Tattoo highly enough. My friend and I had the most positive experience working with them. We both made an appointment with Dan, the owner, who is seriously one of the best tattoo artists in the business. The entire process was easy for us -- Dan and Tyler were very warm, welcoming, accommodating, and patient with us as we zeroed in on the design we wanted. As expected, Dan delivered in spades and we're both thrilled with the tattoos we got. And after seeing the other artists in action at Captured Tattoo, I have to say I'd trust every one of them to do great work. The whole shop is stacked. (On top of all of this, I first came in contact with Dan when he and his shop donated to a nonprofit fundraiser I was working on. So not only does he and his staff do a phenomenal job, you're also supporting genuinely generous and kindhearted people when you choose them.) read more

Captured Tattoo - Dan delivered *exactly* what I wanted and I can't recommend him enough! - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

The best tattoo experience I've had. Been following Dan for awhile and wanted to get a piece done at his shop while I was in town. From the appointment inquiry to the time I left the shop, I couldn't have been happier with the ease and efficiency of hospitality (thank you, Tyler). I thought I knew what I had wanted exactly, but Shaun threw out a couple of suggestions from the beginning and along the way on what he thought would work. Which is why I went along with it all and happy I did! To say his work is amazing would be an understatement and his line work is incomparable to anything I've seen before. The shop is very welcoming as seen from the decor and the ambiance given off by everyone there and of course, the great music selection playing. Thank you everyone at Captured Tattoo! read more

Captured Tattoo - Day 2 on upper right arm. - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Got my first tattoo done here by Shaun. I'm extremely happy with how the tattoo came out. Shaun did an amazing job taking my idea(s) and turning them into a masterpiece. Thank you Shaun for making my first tattoo experience a good / memorable one! read more

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This was my first tattoo and honestly the experience couldn't have been better. I was extrenely nervous, but that quickly disappeared because of the professionalism and hospitality of Dan and Tyler. Tyler was extremely helpful with booking the appointment and communication and Dan answered any and all of my questions and was very accommodating. I had already sketched out a design and somehow, Dan made it look even better once it was done. I will be recommending Captured to anyone interested in a tattoo. Thank you again for such a great experience and delivering such an amazing result! read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Wow. First off, their customer service is unmatched. I guess I was expecting such a well known shop to take their time writing back to me but that's just not the case at all. I had many questions and Tyler was there every step of the way answering every question I had for him and in a very timely manner. Even afterwards, I called asking about aftercare instructions and was so informative and really took his time to help me out. Everyone here was incredibly polite and warm. They made it all so very easy. Dan Smith is such an amazing guy. So unbelievably talented. I gave him a simple idea and he ran with it and gave me the most beautiful tattoo I've ever seen. I feel so incredibly lucky to have this art on me forever. Not to mention that meeting him was nothing less than I thought it would be. He's so warm and more than willing to listen to every little thing I had to say and ask him about. He's very genuine and has a calming way about him. I can't thank him enough for just being who he is. I won't ever go anywhere else for a tattoo and I don't know how anyone could. Thank you all so much! read more

Captured Tattoo - By the incomparable Dan Smith - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Can't give this place more of an awesome review! It was a last minute choice, like many tattoos are, to go get something done today. Given the current Covid situation, I was doubtful they would be open or available. They were open just as the website said they would be, and allowed me to walk in and receive service within five minutes. Took my temperature at the door, asked me to wipe down my ID and my phone, super sanitary! Not only that, but Dan had the lightest touch I've ever received on any of my other tattoos over the past 15 years. That's saying a lot, considering the tattoo I got was behind my ear. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for high-quality work. You have just earned a customer for life! read more

I had a great experience getting my tattoo at Captured by Shaun Topper. I did a great amount of research on artists prior to my choice and I'm glad I did. My basis of artist comes from the detail work that they can do along with how well they are able to tattoo a portrait (although I did not get a portrait). I was following Shaun on IG prior and really admired his work. After looking at everyone's work at Captured, I would trust any of their artist with my skin. They are all that great. The shop is extremely clean, is classy and well put together, and has some great flash all over the walls to distract you from the sting. Prior to my visit, I emailed a photo of what I wanted done. Shaun had my design all drawn out and ready when I arrived. I made a last minute decision to place the tattoo on my forearm instead of my upper arm and he didn't bat a lash and made sure it would work there, which it did. In the end, the tattoo came out beautifully and he finished quicker than I expected. It has been a few days since I received it, is in the middle if healing but I've been getting nice complements so far. My mom just got a tattoo elsewhere a few weeks ago and said she was jealous of mine. The price was a little more than I thought it would be but I actually don't mind since it is top quality and will be on my body forever. I highly recommend Captured along with all of their artists and I'm sure I'll be back in a couple months to work on something else! read more

Captured Tattoo - My bird Lola by Shaun topper - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Thank you Shaun for turning my 50th birthday wish into a reality. Although I had something small, you were so nice and patient and helped me decide exactly where I should get my tattoo. Special shout out to Tyler, for being so kind and helpful over the phone and email. If you've been looking for a tattoo place that's just right, look mo further. Captured Tattoo is the place! read more

This is where you go when you want a tattoo that you will love and everyone else will admire. Each artist in here is amazing and you can't go wrong with any of them. I have a beautiful piece by Beaux Brady who is a super nice and super talented guy. Just make an appointment beforehand, or give a call because with this much heat out of that shop they're usually all booked up. Also if you like Morrissey, this shop has some really cool stuff up on the walls. read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

I have had the pleasure/honor of being tattooed at Captured Tattoo by Dan Smith twice. Both experiences were amazingly positive. The shop is gorgeous with amazing art/flash covering the walls. Dan is a magnificent artist with amazing energy and talent. He goes above and beyond to make his clients feel comfortable plus he is an interesting guy to chat with. For both tattoos, I sent him ideas of what I wanted and he took those basic concepts created beautiful original pieces incorporating exactly what I was looking for with his artist twist. Do I recommend Dan and Captured Tattoo? Heck yes!!! I'm willing to drive 4 hours just to get tattooed by Dan if that tells you anything. read more

Captured Tattoo - Done by Dan Smith @ Captured Tattoo. - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

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The minute I walked in to this shop I knew I had picked the right spot for my 2nd tattoo. I was referred to this place by a friend (thank you). Allison was super nice and informative. She had answers for all my concerns. I had already communicated with her via email when I set up my appt and paid my deposit. Griffen my artist took time out his schedule to speak with me when I came in to check out the shop a couple a days prior to my appt. The day of my appt things went super well, I had emailed Griffen a few pics of what I wanted. He walked out with a drawing and it was perfect! The size was perfect, I couldn't picture it in color but trusted he would do his magic and HE DID! I am so in love with my butterfly! He surpassed my expectations! I'm not gonna lie it hurt like hell, but it was so worth the pain! I will most definitely return to get one more piece by Griffen. This place rocks!!! They also play the best music, makes the whole experience so much more enjoyable. read more

Captured Tattoo - My perfect butterfly - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Amazing!!! My first tattoo and this shop completely exceeded my expectations!!! Friendly staff that is so welcoming and will answer all your first time answers. Shop is clean and has great presentation specs inside and out. My daughter got her first tattoo a few weeks ago at this shop and I got mine today and I have no regrets. Like I said, completely exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend. Beau Brady was my artist. He nailed my first tattoo. Go see him at Captured Tattoo. read more

Captured Tattoo - My first tattoo and they nailed it!!! Thank you, Beau Brady. - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Dan Smith is an incredible artist. He takes time to listen to your ideas and wants (style, color, imagery, etc.) and creates something personal and beautiful. I came to Dan wanting a Smiths tattoo, and he created something that encompassed and exceeded what I wanted. He truly is a passionate artist and it's translated in his work. Also, the space is so well done and the music is always great. Black Flag and subway tiling, perfect. read more

Captured Tattoo - The pleasure, the privilege is mine. Thanks so much Dan. - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Captured tattoo is one of the best shops I've been too! Everyone who works there is very nice and professional. Dan has done 3 of my tattoos and I'm in love with every single one. He really puts a lot of detail into his work and it shows. I highly recommend seeing Dan. Looking forward to going back in the future read more

I started coming to captured tattoo when my artist Chris moved from Vegas to California. I was already aware of the infamous Dan Smith and the rest of the gang at captured. You will not be disappointed with any of the artists here. The shop is super clean and everyone is extremely friendly. I have spent hours at this shop and I am always blown away by the work I get on my body every time I leave. Do yourself a favor and set up an appointment if you are looking for great quality work. read more

Captured Tattoo - I brought my gf here for her first tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

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We came all the way from St. Louis and we were not disappointed. This by far the nicest tattoo parlor I have ever seen. All the artists are supremely talented. I begged for someone to give me a small tattoo and I was in luck Shaun Topper gave me a fantastic tattoo. I'll definitely be back!! read more

Captured Tattoo - Shaun Topper's excellent work. - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

Extremely professional, personable, and talented artists with high-quality work! I've been going there for the past two years and every experience has been perfect. It's a very clean, small shop that I highly recommend. read more

I have been tattooed by Dan Smith at Captured Tattoo twice and it has always been an extremely positive experience! It's a comfortable, friendly, professional environment and I always leave with a smile on my face. Both tattoos I have gotten from Dan have turned out above and beyond what I ever could've imagined on my own. He is attentive to details and always makes sure I'm comfortable during the process. I can always count on Captured Tattoo for a great experience and the best quality work. The shop is clean, tastefully decorated, and pleasant (and their awesome music playlist is a nice bonus). I live in Florida so I always look forward to my next trip to California so I can book an appointment at Captured! read more

Captured Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Tustin, California

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Dan Smith and Captured Tattoo = CLASS ACT! If you are reading this, it means you are interested in getting some work done at Captured Tattoo (and, by Dan Smith himself). I cannot find the words to describe how happy I am with my father's portrait created by Dan Smith. My father passed away on May 7, 2016 and I NEEDED a portrait of him on my inner forearm just above my wrist tattoo. (Dan tattooed me in 2011 when he was at High Voltage Tattoo in LA. It was the word "Fearless" with my dad's initials - simple and elegant.) Overall, my experience was perfect - from booking the tattoo through completion, I could not have scripted a better experience. When I booked my appointment, I made it clear to Alison (Shop Manager, who is awesome) that I would be purchasing a plane ticket and flying to LA from Cincinnati. She was sensitive to my situation and booked my appointment for 4 months out (YES - 4 months). My appointment was on Saturday September 17 at noon. About 3.5 weeks before my appointment, I received an email that Dan had to travel on the 17th. (I understand things come up, especially when you are Dan Smith, so I was not upset.) I provided Alison with my flight information on the 16th and she worked with Dan to clear some time on Friday afternoon. I arrived a little before 3:00 PM and was immediately greeted by Shaun Topper. He let Alison and Dan know that I was there. Alison helped me complete the necessary paperwork and Dan came out to talk about the design. Dan had done his homework before I arrived because he presented me with ideas and showed me the photograph that he thought exhibited my dad's personality best. Dan started working on my tattoo around to 4:00 PM and finished at approximately 6:45 PM. During that time, we took a few small breaks. Dan was really, really nice and personable. He asked questions and took a genuine interest me and why I was there. I'm sure we could have talked the entire time; but, I was okay just listening to the buzz of the needle and letting him concentrate on my tattoo. (I've read some other reviews where people have 'complained' that their tattoo artist did not talk to them. I don't know about you, but my preference is for the artist to do what they do best - TATTOO - not listen to my personal woes.) After we finished, Dan explained how I should take care of my tattoo for the next two weeks. He covered it with Tegaderm, which is a latex-free, sterile, film dressing. Dan stated that over the next three days the area would 'weep' a bit and then dry out. When I took the dressing off (3 days later), the area was almost completely healed and exactly as Dan described. I washed it with warm water and anti-bacterial soap, and used a fragrance-free lotion (Aquaphor and Hustle Butter) for the next 7 days. My tattoo healed perfectly! Dan is a BRILLIANT artist. My tattoo is FLAWLESS and showcases my dad's personality better than I could have imagined. Because of Dan's expertise and knowing how to provide an exceptional tattoo experience, I will NEVER go to another shop. I will spend the money to fly to CA and have Dan tattoo me again. He is a true professional!! read more