I got a tattoo here from a truly incredible visiting artist, Harmony Furman, who I hope will be…read moreback at this studio when she moves to RVA....bc it is amazing! All the artists and clients for that matter were awesome--so friendly and warm and excited to see everyone's work. I love that it's a woman-owned studio and further, Katie the owner is so talented and lovely. The studio is smaller so you can see a ton of art on the walls, which I loved since it distracted me from my tattoo. ALSO: there is amazing food and drinks within walking distance. Halal Munchies is next door which is perfect pre-tattoo food, then there is TT's boba shop a little further down. I'd never been to either and they were perfect. I can't wait to come back here for my next tattoo!

Both my tattoos have been done here. Excellent people all around here - friendly, fantastic…read moreartists... wonderful front staff. Mike Baker did both of mine and just scheduled my third with him too.

My favorite part was when another artist said "think of bob ross!! Happy little accident!" as I'm…read moreliterally sobbing on the table

when i go to graffiti ink, i always have and always will go to ed. hes done 5/6 of my tattoos and i…read morelove each one of them. the shop is clean and has music playing, the atmosphere is just nice overall.

Ginny did a spectacular job. Took the time to understand what I was going for and was able to make…read moreit happen

I highly recommend Loose Screw Tattoo! I just finished receiving my second tattoo from Jason! A…read moregreat experience.

All of the artists here are individually talented and kind people. Isaac is about 50 years ahead of…read morehis time and has the skills to back it up.

Preface: whenever I'm unhappy enough with service to leave a less than stellar review, I take a day…read moreor two to figure out if I'm just frustrated, or the service/experience was legitimately bad enough to warrant that review. I'm super glad I did in this case, since a friend pointed out something I hadn't realized. I came in based on excessive amazing reviews of both tattoos and piercings. I went in initially on Saturday evening spur of the moment, but was told the piercer had just left for the night and wouldn't be back till Tuesday. That's what I get for not making an appointment or calling ahead, but like I said, spur of the moment. They told me she'd (Karina) be back Tuesday. I figured if they're referring to a single piercer, then she presumably has experience with this piecing and decided to come back Tuesday. So I went back on Tuesday. I called ahead but didn't get a response. To their credit, I got a call back after I went in 20-30 minutes later and they had been packed when I came in. I guess Karina is the only piercer that does the bridge piercing, so after she cleaned up, I came back and she prepped my face for the piercing. Maybe she could tell by looking that I had the anatomy for the bridge? Idk. Then she put the marker on my face and let me check the placement and had me lay back. She didn't even offer to let me see the piercing first, I had to ask. She was intending to use a curved barbell, despite many other piercers advocating the straight one to avoid changes in tension, to prevent gravity from pulling the curve downward and making the claim of reduced tension redundant, and mitigating rejection risk. I believe the piercers that I've followed online, blogs, Instagram, and tiktok. I don't think I can do research and know more than a trained professional, so I read what the professionals said. When I asked for a straight barbell, she seemed frustrated and claimed she didn't even have any straight barbell options despite having a full container of barbells labeled as such and insisted that she's been piercing for 19 years. (Idk their gauges but it was definitely unbelievable considering the boxes were labeled "straight barbells") I'm not trying to negate her experience, but I felt very judged for both wanting to know and having an opinion on what went into my body. If I want to mitigate rejection risk, why should that option be judged? This is a piercing I'd like to keep. It wasn't until I called my second option for the piercing and was asked a few questions and told the pricing that I realized none of that had been discussed at West End Tattoo & Piercing. I even had to volunteer my medication list as described in the paperwork, since no one asked. I wasn't told their pricing before she intended to pierce me. I don't know what the tattoo process is like here, since I've never been for that, and I definitely verified the other location pierces with straight barbells. Lesson learned. I will say everyone was friendly and welcoming until I questioned the piercing jewellery, and the decorations are awesome, but I won't be back, even for a tattoo. Added after reflection: omg, no one spoke to me before any expected piercing about after care, possible migration/rejection, other risks like scaring, etc. I hadn't initially recognized that lack due to my own research following other piercers, but recognizing it now is terrifying. 2* because they were very welcoming when I walked in, and willing to squeeze me in without an appointment.

From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, everyone in the shop welcomes you like a…read morewarm embrace. My artist was Papi who was not only open and friendly, but VERY professional instilling confidence I was in the right place. Located on Belmont near Carytown, this is a woman owned local business with true artists working there. Pricing is comparable. Highly recommend for your next inking.

Truly, the best tattoo experience I've had. Ian is super collaborative very experienced and just…read moregenerally a great guy to spend time with. He interprets your ideas clearly and with passion and works super efficiently. I'll be going back for my next three tattoos. I cannot recommend this place enough.

I went to Heroes & Ghost piercing to get my conch pierced. Expensive, but Joey was very good. He…read moreexplained everything and was gentle and kind. I also like the jewelry selection. I'll go back, no questions. Sometimes it's worth it to pay extra. Preciate your customer service. Pain level- 4/5-10. And it was only for a second so good deal. I love this, it's probably my favorite piercing. The guy at the desk answering all my questions I didn't get your name, but thank you very much as well ! 4 stars only because of pricing.

I had my vertical labret pierced here! Just stopped in earlier tonight to downsize the jewelry…read more Both experiences were great. The piercer Joey was very considerate. They communicated well with me and really made sure we were happy with the placement before proceeding. The space was clean and had a great vibe. I look forward to going again for my next piercing!

Super friendly and accommodating to me and my niece as we finished up our road trip and decided to…read moreget two black sheep tattoos. Steve was knowledgeable, patient and had a great vibe. His artwork was whimsical and captures our desire to have a meaningful but sweet little ewe to remind us of who we are in our zany family. Sarah talked about celestial and zodiacal things, tattoo after care and her admiration for Steve's designs (of which she has a number!). The parlor does have a $150 minimum - which is kinda pricey for the size tats we got, but we wouldn't have traded the experience for a few less dollars spent. Each tattoo took about 30 mins. If these NYers ever stop in Richmond again - you can be sure we will make a detour to Two Pillars again!

A follow up to my original review (which was 5 stars!) if you're looking for a good work,…read moremoderately priced, in a cool spot, check out two pillars tattoo!!

If you're looking to get a piercing, river city is the place to go! The staff is top-notch. I have…read morebeen here several times and am always so impressed by the professionalism, efficiency, and friendliness of the piercers! They've always been great about explaining the process, answering any questions, and going over the aftercare instructions. I love that they take the time to check, and then double-check, that the location/sizing of the piercing is correct. The rooms are all very clean-- and private! I definitely recommend RCT for your next piercing.

Tattoo shop seemed clean. Decor was cool. Seating was average - not comfortable for waiting long…read moreperiods of time. Street parking available. A friend recommended this place so we went here. They put my name on a list. They called me up to confirm what I wanted and what I was getting then they told me to take a seat and wait and proceeded to ignore me. Other people who came after me got their piercings or tattoos done. Ended up probably waiting 4 hours of back and forth and ended up getting the tattoo done at another shop. Save your time and go somewhere else.

Got my first tattoo at 73; Rico was outstanding and I wasn't concerned at all. He is incredibly…read moretalented and and couldn't have been nicer to me. I am thrilled with the outcome and planning for my next one.

The guys at Liquid Metal are true artists!!! Worked with Ty on a custom nature 1/2 sleeve. i had…read morean idea of what a wanted. had drawn a rough sketch. in the past with other studios the staff would just be like "nope that will not work" "cant do that" "that will not fit properly" and i always left feeling i interrupted their day. When i walked into Liquid Metal and asked for Ty, he came out asked what i was looking for. I had my little sketch, as he was looking at it, the artists came over started to ask where and what style, they were feeding off one another and asking and listening to what i was looking for. it was almost like kids around a candy jar - they were excited to talk their craft. right away you can tell everyone of them still has the passion for the art and love creating. I knew i was in the right place when Ty simple said "this would be fun i'd love to work with you" the first session he took my idea and free handed my entire 1/2 sleeve, then inked in the outlines. This was a four session tattoo. Ty took what was in my head, what i put down on paper, as rough as it was, and turned it in to the most amazing piece of art. what amazed me the most was when he free hand drew it out that first day...he laid it out on my arm perfectly the first time. the fit, the layout the concept all matched what i wanted. His skill, experience and just artistic ability truly showed that day!!! and each session thereafter it showed again and again. AMAZING! simply said. picture does not do it justice.

I have been with this family since my 1st tattoo many moons ago. I'm so happy to see the family…read moreworking together. Sam is awesome and she normally does my work. Tabitha has done my daughters a couple of times. I'll be back.

Birth month flowers for mom, daughters and granddaughter! JW and Airiana were super amazing,…read morepatient, and very friendly!!! Highly recommend!!