Dream Masters Tattoos

My daughter found the shop because of the Halloween flash. We weren't able to attend the day of,…read morebut we scheduled afterward in the middle of the day during a week day. Rigers is so nice. Tattoos fast, not too heavy handed. The shop is clean, and was quiet. I'd like to return when it's in full capacity for those vibes. I can imagine it's a lot of fun in there.

20+ Year Client Review / Context: This custom piece was…read morespecifically commissioned as a hooded Nephilim. Instead, Mario drew it up as a long-haired angel. When I brought up the hair to find a middle ground on the design, he took offense, erased the hair off the stencil, slapped the bare head on, and rushed the outline onto my skin. After that session, he completely cut contact--ignoring studio calls and direct messages while leaving the piece unfinished and continuing to post new flash online.

This is what I wanted.

Here's his business

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One year later. Can't even read it. Looks nothing like I wanted.

Seventh Son Tattoo

4.8(303 reviews)

1.6 mi•SoMa

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I got my first tattoo here, (3/4th sleeve) and just wanted to give a shoutout to Matt Leibo, and…read morethe rest of the team at Seventh Son. Matt is very friendly, approachable, and patient from beginning to the end of the process. He was clear on the expected hours/rate, but most of all, the quality, and openness to questions (pain tolerance, aftercare, etc.) for someone like me, who has never gotten a tattoo before. I've been contemplating on a tattoo for years to cover up a birthmark on my arm and finally went through with it, and picked Matt/Seventh Son. Matt covered it really well, and you can't even see the birthmark anymore. Thanks Matt!

Just got another tattoo after 10 years and it was such a great experience! James and all the other…read morestaff members were kind and really made it a comfortable place to close your eyes and allow them to work! James was light-handed, quick, and did quality work! Second my second tattoo of the year for this month and I'm excited to get behind the needle again'!

Snake and peony backpiece by Luke Stewart

Gauntlet and flame rosary by Henry Lewis

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Patchwork backpiece by Jordan Cole Wright

Let It Bleed Tattoo

4.7(135 reviews)

1.0 mi•Lower Nob Hill

Today I had an appt wit Karl. I had come into their store about five days be4. Karl was very nice…read moreand agreed to do this piece 4 me. I did a drawing of the two hearts wit my 4 kitties names. I was blessed to have them 4 12-14 years. I miss them dearly. I came to my appt today and completed their paperwork. Then Karl said to come in to their workstations. The staff are all very chill and very kool wit their customers. I have about a dozen small pieces on my wrists, shoulder, lower back of my neck and stomach. I hadn't had a tattoo in about ten years. I am very grateful to Karl your work today I think looks gr8. Thank you 4 wat you did 4 me I'm very happy with how it looks. I highly recommend Let it Bleed if you want some new art on you. Thank you again Karl 4 today. Sara Jane Firth

I was referred to Kevin at Let It Bleed by a friend, and unfortunately my experience was terrible…read moreand traumatic. Every time I worked with Kevin, he was late. At one appointment, I showed up early and still waited over an hour and a half while he got set up, and I was charged for that time. I also had issues with his drawing. I ended up having to redraw some of the details myself to get the design closer to what I wanted/ the inspo photo. After he completed the outline, Kevin texted me multiple times asking me to come back to finish the tattoo. I was already hesitant, but I eventually agreed. Before the appointment, I sent him multiple inspiration photos showing exactly what I wanted for the shading: primarily an outlined tattoo with light shading, contrast, variation, and plenty of negative space. I was lying down while he worked, so I couldn't see what he was doing. About an hour in, I finally looked at the tattoo and was honestly horrified. Instead of the light shading we had discussed, large portions of the outlines had been filled in with heavy black ink. It looked like giant blocks of black to me. There was almost no negative space or variation, and it was completely different from the references and direction I had given him. When I told Kevin this was not what I wanted, his attitude immediately changed. To make the experience worse, I was ultimately charged hundreds of dollars more than I expected. The shop itself didn't make the experience any better. In my experience, it was dusty and grimy, and people regularly came in directly off the street while I was there. I also personally witnessed another tattooer at the shop, Max, shove a homeless man to the ground outside after the man had already left the shop. It was incredibly uncomfortable to witness. Overall, I deeply regret trusting Kevin with my tattoo. Between the lateness, being charged while waiting for him to set up, having to correct parts of the drawing myself, the finished work being drastically different from what I requested, his reaction when I spoke up, and the amount I was charged, I would absolutely not return. For me, Let It Bleed was the definition of a struggling tattoo shop.

Let It Bleed Tattoo - The four names in the hearts are of my four kitties I was blessed to have. Thank you Karl again 4 your gr8 work today. Sara Jane Firth

The four names in the hearts are of my four kitties I was blessed to have. Thank you Karl again 4 your gr8 work today. Sara Jane Firth

Big thank you to Let it Bleed today. Thank you Karl 4 your gr8 work today. Sara Jane Firth

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Two Cranes Tattoo

4.5(82 reviews)

0.3 mi•Chinatown

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This review is for Dan! Came here a bit ago to get a small tattoo on my finger. I've gotten tattoos…read morefrom many different people over the years, and I've never felt so cared for during my appointment, let alone a walk-in appointment. Dan was patient and attentive towards my requests, and I never felt rushed or judged. The tattoo came out wonderful and is still holding well to this day. I think it's so important to find a tattoo artist that makes you feel welcomed and cares about the art they'll be putting on your body that you will have for the rest of your life. Surprisingly, that's hard to come by these days. Thanks so much for everything, Dan!

I just got some work done by Nicolas Lee and he was fantastic, truly. This is my 4th tattoo…read moreoverall, first by him, and definitely my best experience. Just an amazing shop, great vibes and beautiful work. He and I collaborated a lot throughout the design phase and it was really generative and I couldn't be happier with everything.

0.2 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill

What i got

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Tattoo Boogaloo

4.8(194 reviews)

I went to Chris Peralta with an idea for a cardinal tattoo with a bunch of concepts of what it…read morecould look like but what he came up with exceeded expectations in a massive way. This was my second tattoo and I can say confidently I'll never go anywhere else for my future art - wow! Chris' design captured the exact vibe and art style I was looking for and the experience itself was absolutely phenomenal. I'm so incredibly pleased with the final result and we had some great conversations that made the couple hours I was there fly by. The shop itself was clean and welcoming, vibes were off the chart great and the playlist was fire too. If you're looking for an incredible tattoo shop in SF look no further - Chris is a beyond top notch artist and Tattoo Boogaloo is as good as it gets. I'm already planning the next one!

I have 3 different pieces by Deanna Wardin. A turtle on my shoulder, a mangrove shoot on my forearm…read moreand a back piece. Deanna is crazy good at Watercolor style tattoos. They age well (my turtle is over 6 years old and still looking awesome) and the colors pop. Price wise what she charges makes sense for the quality of work. With tattoos you get what you pay for. If you want a cheap piece of flash, go somewhere else. This isn't a shop you just walk into to off the street and get a tramp stamp at. Shop itself has a great vibe. Deanna, Mez and Chris are all super awesome folks. They make you feel as comfy as possible. A definite North Beach fixture.

Black and gray moth tattoo done by Chris Henry

Dog portraits by Mez Love

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Fox tattoo by Lahel Fowler

Golden Star Tattoo

5.0(11 reviews)

0.2 mi•Chinatown

Highly recommend this location! HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend my boy Tito on this crazy back piece. When…read moreI first saw his painting and the history and meaning behind the Timawa warrior, I immediately hit him up. This piece means so much to me because of the roots to the Visayan culture and for my mom who recently passed away. This piece is slowly coming together and I love it! Appreciate you Tito!

Tea is the best! My partner, my friends and I all love going to him- he is so kind, thoughtful, and…read moreso talented. He took the idea I had, found the best in each inspiration photo, and created the perfect tattoo that was placed in exactly the right spot. The shop is really clean and the energy is pleasantly calm, overall can't recommend going to see him enough!!

0.6 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill

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Hozu

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Hozu koi

Tattoo City

4.8(103 reviews)

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About a year ago, my sweet dog Romeo passed away unexpectedly. I knew I wanted to get a tattoo to…read morememorialize him, and I knew I couldn't go just anywhere. After some online research, I discovered Jen Lee's pet portrait skills. I'd actually been following her for a while on Instagram, and I love her style. I made an appointment for a consultation, not exactly knowing what to expect but with high hopes. I already had 3 tattoos, but they were all simple line work, and I knew this one would be much more intricate. During our consultation, I explained to Jen what I had in mind for this piece, and another one of her tattoos I'd seen on her Instagram that I liked the style of. She put me at ease, describing what she thought would work well for my vision. We made an appointment for the actual tattoo, and I walked away feeling more excited than ever. I emailed her some pictures of my pup as well as a few more details that had occurred to me, and about a week before my appointment I stopped by the shop to take a look at the design. I loved it! Finally came the day of my tattoo. I was admittedly a bit nervous since it was the largest tattoo I'd have gotten to date, and the longest amount of time I'd have to sit. But Jen did a great job of making me feel comfortable. We talked about my dog and hers, and from one dog lady to another, I knew she would take care of me. Two hours later, we were done!!! The final design was so much more than I could have ever imagined. I am absolutely in love with my tattoo, and it fills my heart each time I look at it. Endless gratitude to Jen - you are amazing!!

So sad to hear they are closing at the end of the year but Gracie has done a few of my pieces and…read moreshe's been absolutely fabulous every time! She's so sweet and takes her time but also listens to you if you need to take a quick break. I moved before I could come back and show her my last piece that healed after she did it (so sorry girl!) but had to give her skills some props because she is so great!

Tattoo by Clifton

Tattoo by Jen Lee!

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My 2 beautiful Lilly Tattoos by Jen Lee!

Cloud 95

5.0(46 reviews)

1.4 mi•SoMa

Had a great time getting 2 tattoos done by Lo. I absolutely love the line work and look forward to…read moregetting more work done. The location is also very welcoming and accessible to several public transit lines. Thank you Cloud 95 team and thank you Lo!

Karime rocks. Great artist. Super fun to shoot the breeze and get a knee tattoo. I appreciate them…read morebeing able to work me in. Shop can be pretty easy to walk right by. So be aware is a blueish color (sorry I'm colorblind) and the door may be closed. So you may have to ring the door bell or knock.

1.0 mi•Polk Gulch, Nob Hill

She recreates phenomenal anime scenes

A jelly fish tattoo

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Dragonfly Ink

5.0(5 reviews)

0.7 mi•Union Square

Sasha is amazing. Not only is she kind and caring but is a true artist. After having a double…read moremastectomy she was able to create 3D nipples that look surprisingly close to the originals. She has helped me regain some of my confidence in the beauty of my broken body and helped me realize what a gift life really is. I am immensely grateful for her talent and ability to read the situation and talk me through the process. I would highly recommend her!

I just got home from seeing/working with Sasha so this review is hot like fresh baked bread…read more Where to start? Okay so 15 years ago I had surgery on my chest (keyword: transman, ftm, transguy, transgender male, you get the idea) and my nipples did not stay in tact. They actually feel off in front of me in the shower with the scabs. What a nightmare. Reconstructing new nipples was not possible or ideal with my surgeon so I've been living with flat nipples and discolored areolas for the last 15 years. I really thought I had NO hope until I found Sasha. Angels sing please, wait for it and rejoice. I've been wanting to do 3D nipple tattooing and areola re-pigmenting for awhile but was 1. not in the best state of health and 2. very very very nervous. Well today, we finally made this happen. I got an appointment schedule over a month in advance. I put down a $100 deposit via Pay Pal. I waited and panicked and then the big day came. I got a ride down to SF. Sasha's shop is on the 17th floor of a building in Union Square. There's a parking garage a block away. It cost $35 and gets you up to 12 hours in the lot. You are not going to find street parking so if you're driving you will want to fork out $35 and be happy your car is safe with only a block to walk! Sasha gave me complete instructions and directions ahead of time. She is VERY professional and organized with her scheduling and timing. The office she works out of is awesome! The entire office and outdoor patio (with wild beautiful birds and parrots might I add) has a total zen approach. The front desk folks were also REALLY NICE and totally trans/queer friendly. Sasha's room was very clean with a sitting area for guests. She was extremely polite, patient, compassionate and thorough to walk me through the ENTIRE process and 1. give me voice throughout it all and 2. check in frequently to see how I was doing. Nipple and areola shopping is quite fun! I got to pick the size, shape and color variation to design on my chest. Boom! I feel so Hollywood now ;) She is extremely sterile and showed me ALL the needles she was using before and as she was using them. Everything from the office, her station, the tattoo bed, frequent changing of gloves, packaged needles, organized ink palettes, fresh paper towels, rubbing alcohol, ETC were CLEAN. I really appreciated how intuitive she was like when I held my breath during bits of pain and she could feel me tense up and gently remind me to breathe. I was excited and anxious and nervous and emotional all at once but she eased me through EVERYTHING. May I also include she has a gentle hand so the needles don't feel like they are digging deeper than deep like some tattoo artists who put all their weight on their artistry hands. Pain level ... well this boy whimpered some but she did use some topical anesthetic after the skin had been broken into to help ease pain. It DID help some. My results, pre bandaging, were beautiful. The bandaging she used is really neat. It's waterproof and clear like a clear tape. I honestly can't stop staring at my new nips even if things are still bloody and bandaged up! I was given very detailed after care instructions which I will be meticulous about following. I can't wait to see the overall results. I'll be scheduling a touch up/follow up in a 1 1/2 months or so. I look forward to seeing her again! Cost breakdown for ME and what I got done: $700 total... that's $100 deposit then $450 the day of the tattoo and then I will pay $150 during our touch up + tip today and I'll tip again on the touch up. Don't forget to tip. Some artists will say you don't have to, don't listen! Tips for those new nips my friends! TIPS! 100% happy with my experience, actually happy is an understatement. I am enthralled like a unicorn catching rainbows and sprinkling glitter from the sky. Yes, indeed. I will recommend her in a HEARTBEAT to any other trans folks who need this procedure, cancer and mastectomy patients or just anyone in need of this kind of help. I was SO ASHAMED of my chest, a chest I fought so hard to learn to love post surgery but still deeply upset about what happened and the trauma from loosing my nipples to my feet in the shower (yikes, just imagine). Now I can live again. This is part 1 of my chest tattooing process (I'll be doing scar coverage with another artist since Sasha is not taking new decorative tattoo clients at this time) and then I will be free. You deserve to be free too. I hope you will consider Sasha and let her help you change your life, confidence and get your groove back!!!

Diamond Club Tattoo Studio

4.7(94 reviews)

I just got my 5th tattoo by Bill, this is my tattoo home. My husband is beautifully covered by Bill…read more& Juni. You seek Diamond Club if you want the best & the Diamond Club takes care of you. I remember one time I asked Bill if I could come by because I wanted to have a certain tat on the back of my neck at a certain time & he said great to come on by. He does not normally work this way but he sensed it was important to me. We worked thru the creative part & he made the experience wonderful. I have much love & beauty on me because of them. It's a personal experience these extremely talented, beautiful folks make happen & take very seriously. Much thanks to them as I will be back as will my husband as we figure remaining locations for his canvas.

I was visiting SF for the weekend and had some free time so I found this tattoo shop was local and…read moregave a call. I was so pleasantly surprised by their friendliness and ability to work me into their schedule so last minute. I called and spoke with Campbell and he was AWESOME! He collaborated with me on the phone to talk about what I wanted and when I came into the shop an hour later, he had the design drafted and ready to go. He was friendly, informative and very professional. Such a wonderful experience and made me love SF even more. 6/5 stars!

By Feo Berumen

Sibling Tattoo

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Francesca F.

9 years ago

I found this studio on www.expertise.com/ca/san-francisco/tattoos, which ranked the top twenty parlors in SF. The selection criteria (much like my own) was based on Reputation, Credibility (building customer confidence with licensing, accreditations, and awards), Experience, Availability and Professionalism. Safe to say, they exceeded all my expectations! I chose Renette based on her fantastic work on instagram ( https://www.dream-masters.com/renette ). Her sharp black and white line detail was exactly what I wanted. I arrived early, and she saw me straight away, and tolerated my indecisiveness with patience and kindness, in order to get the effect that I had in mind exactly right. The actual tattoo was my first, and barely felt any pain (except the ankle area, obviously haha). It was easy to take one's mind off of it with such an interesting person chatting to you, who had such a fab sense of humour (not to mention, a really cool style). It is always reassuring to see such beautiful ink on the person tattooing you, and Renette's own tattoos were testament to her excellent taste. Moreover, I made it very clear that thin lines were of paramount importance to me, and she clearly listened! Renette instructed me well on aftercare, and considering that this was my first tat, that was invaluable advice. I got the tattoo one week ago, and it is healing beautifully. Any faint redness had dissipated within 24 hours; it didn't bleed any ink after the first wrap; the Aquaphor Renette advised has kept it hydrated; it hasn't really scabbed, though the top layer is gently coming off as it should; it is sharp, black and clear as can be; most importantly, it has stayed completely sterile, and has barely even itched. Renette gave my design her own personal touch, giving the woman depicted a wry, defiant smile which perfectly encapsulated everything that I loved about my design already. I look at my tattoo with pride every day, and I could not be more thankful. As far as professionalism, experience and credibility go, Dream Masters are faultless. All the tattooers are licensed and certified by the San Francisco Health Department, have completed bloodborne pathogen training, and have been tested for Hepatitis and HIV. Dream Masters has won numerous awards including Best Tattoo Shop in San Francisco from 2013 to 2017, all of which stand proudly on their window display. This gave me a sense of reassurance and confidence in their skill even before I walked into their clean and professional work space. The price was extremely reasonable given the hour Renette spent on my design, and I would have happily paid more for such clean and precise work. As for Reputation? Well, I was convinced by the hundreds of good reviews about Dream Masters online, and I hope that my review convinces you too ;) read more

Ms. T.

14 years ago

Dream Masters is exactly as the name states, a complete dream run by masters. The perfect surrealistic place to pick for my newest tattoo addition. I called first on the phone and talked to Chip who was helpful and courteous and booked my appointment after someone had canceled (score!). I came early and was delighted by the locale and aesthetic feel of the shop. Skateboards and metal guitars artfully decorated on walls that seemed to reach the heights of fog in San Francisco. I chatted with two staff members and then met Svetlyo the head tattoo artist that runs the business. He was very kind and animated about my project ideas and took my idea into a whimsical yet fitting direction and I was immediately impressed by his artistic soundness and intellect in aesthetic preparation of my tattoo. In audio engineering it is the "mastering" of audio that ties up and perfects every small detail and he did the same with my tattoo. After my consultation I booked my appointment for the actual tattooing. I came in excited at the artistic outcome of my dream coming to life in the ink. As he tattooed I realized that my sensitivity was a challenge. The inner part of my left arm was being tattooed and it is a VERY sensitive spot. Svetlyo was very patient and gave me a couple breaks. My sensitivity definitely slowed the process and I felt bad but the pain was inevitable. He tattooed as much as he could before I had to call it quits. I had to book another appointment to finish it. His concern for my well being was refreshing considering I have encountered a couple tattoo artists that could give two shits about being "in tune" with the customer and working with them to create a pleasant experience. Svetlyo actually only charged me for two hours when it took way longer to complete what he had done so far. I was astonished at his integrity and sympathy towards me as a customer. Really BIG brownie points. He finished my tattoo yesterday and I am so thrilled that I have such an amazing piece of art on my arm. In times of sadness that the tattoo represents I can also appreciate the beauty of the piece and remember the positivity and healing that this process has given me. I am going to have another tattoo done by him in a couple weeks! Thanks Dream Masters for coming to San Francisco. read more

Erika G.

1 year ago

It's rare to find a Tattoo artist who not only excels in their craft but also connects with you on a deeply personal level. I recently had the immense pleasure of being tattooed by Svetlyo of Dream Masters in North Beach, San Francisco who is truly remarkable in both regards. Not only is his artistry nothing short of amazing, but he possesses a compassionate soul that shines through in every interaction. I have had several tattoos at Dream Master but working with Svetlyo is a whole new level of tattoo. All my tattoos have significant meaning and for the first time, I felt heard. I felt connected as Svetlyo wanted to understand the story behind my tattoo, the person and my journey. Svetlyo takes the time to listen, truly listen, to the personal significance of my design, asking thoughtful questions that demonstrate genuine interest and empathy. This wasn't a rushed consultation; it was a collaborative exploration of my vision and its emotional roots. The actual tattooing process was a testament to his skill and sensitivity. He was incredibly attentive to my comfort, checking in frequently and making adjustments as needed. But beyond the technical precision, there was a palpable sense of respect for the journey I was embarking on with this tattoo. It felt less like a transaction and more like a shared, meaningful experience. The final piece is, simply put, breathtaking. The detail, the color, the way it perfectly captures the essence of what I wanted to express - it's all beyond my expectations. But what makes it even more special is knowing the care and understanding that went into its creation. Svetlyo doesn't just create beautiful tattoos; he creates beautiful connections. If you're looking for an artist who will not only bring your tattoo vision to life with incredible skill but also honor the personal narrative behind it, I cannot recommend Svetlyo highly enough. A true gem in the tattoo world. read more

Alyssa H.

10 years ago

Renette is truly a badass. She accepted a last minute opportunity to tattoo me on St. Patrick's Day 2017, and I am SO GLAD she did. First and foremost, this gal has mad artistic skills, but on top of that, she had a demeanor that can sometimes be lacking in tattoo artists in my personal experience. Though I met her that night, it was as if we were old friends. ARTWORK: My tattoo was good as it gets considering the literal last minute nature of my request! She tattooed a black and white lodgepole pine over my right ribs, and it was 100% awesome and exactly what I wanted. EXPERIENCE: From the moment I walked in, Svetlyo, the shop owner, was more than accommodating. I wasn't with anyone, but he took the time to make me in addition to everyone else in the shop feel SUPER comfortable which is what I feel to be the bare minimum of service at a tattoo parlor where you're about to get a permanent addition to your body. Additionally, we talked about everything under the sun, and there wasn't one moment in time where I felt that he was being disingenuous. Again, let me just say that Renette was truly the icing on an already very nice cake, but because of her skills and pure badassness, she will have a likely lifelong customer. read more

Rachel F.

13 years ago

Got my first tattoo from Svetlyo a few weeks ago and I LOVE it. He took awesome care of me from the first time I emailed to when I left the shop. To begin with, we ended up starting late because the font I wanted for my tat hadn't emailed through correctly. Oops on my part. Svetlyo was super patient while I tried to remember what it was called and find it. Everyone in the shop chatted and just had a good time. Once I found it he made sure it was the perfect size and placed the stencil exactly where I had envisioned. Even though this was a first tat I felt totally at ease and relaxed because of the awesome demeanor of Svetlyo. During the process he kept checking in to make sure I was ok. We chatted and I was even part of teaching while he showed a new apprentice how to do script. I enjoyed listening to his process and it showed his dedication to doing a perfect job. Svetlyo has a gentle touch and does grest work. The whole vibe of the shop is laid back and awesome. I would definitely recommend coming here, whether for a first tattoo or a fiftieth. I'll be coming back. Oh, and Svetlyo's shop just won the city's Best Tattoo Shop award. All the more reason you should go check them out. read more

Cathy V.

9 years ago

This place is amazing! I came here for my first tattoo. I was looking for a tattoo artist who could do watercolor very well. The person who manages their email is extremely helpful! She recommended two artists and I ended up meeting Renette. Everyone I have interacted with that works at this place has been extremely friendly and made each step of getting my tattoo enjoyable. Anyway, Renette is amazing. She definitely is skilled at tattooing, esp watercolors. Well worth $200 an hour, esp since she works efficiently and beautifully. This was my first tattoo and I swear it did not hurt AT ALL. Their aftercare sheet has some typos and is tedious, but my tattoos (I got two in one day) healed beautifully and I am constantly complimented. To sum up/conclude: This place has friendly people who are definitely well worth the price. However, parking is a pain because almost everywhere is a meter or 2hr parking. I highly recommend Renette! read more

Kiley S.

9 years ago

Renette is the best!! She has made all my tattoo dreams come true. It's important to find a tattoo artist that you can trust. And I trust Renette to not only give a great tattoo but to also give her professional advice. Renette is awesome at placement. Placement can make or break a tattoo and she has perfectly placed all my tattoos. I love how she placed my bee to climb up my arm. I also appreciate how she takes possible future tattoos into consideration when placing. She also has great attention of detail and is extremely creative. She made my bee tattoo look very realistic with a personal touch. She always incorporates a person touch which I love. She took a picture that I brought her of the mountains and made it into her her own art. Renette is easy going and fun to work with! I enjoy all of Renette's artwork especially what she has tattooed on me. I would highly recommend her as tattoo artist!! read more

Sarah P.

10 years ago

I went to Dream Masters this past month to get my first tattoo and Gabe, the artist with whom I worked, was wonderful! The shop was sterile and everyone was super friendly and helpful. Prior to the appointment I sent Gabe a bunch of pictures indicating what I liked and didn't like about various representations of what I wanted and when I arrived he had designed something that I instantly loved. (If I had wanted to change the design, he had said he would happily sit and work on the design with me.) This was in spite of the fact that what I wanted was not even remotely in Gabe's "normal" style. He is truly a talented artist. I was a nervous wreck, but he and Renette chatted with me throughout and made the entire process painless. My healing process has been extremely smooth, and sweet Gabe has been patient with my frequent questions. I cannot recommend Dream Masters and Gabe highly enough. read more

Iggy S.

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13 years ago

I stepped in to dream masters because I wanted a colorful tattoo... I met Svetleo the owner and tattoo artist and I liked his style. He paid attention to Cleanliness, style and of course his is highly artistic. The best part is that he is very personable and has a great sense of humor. I stepped in to the shop regardless of budget and suprisingly his pricing is good, but I dont believe that art should be attached to a dollar value, rather the artist, So the art is good and the pricing good too.. Dream Masters is highly professional. If your seeking a quick artist great, but if you seeking someone that really cares about his work Dream Masters is a good place for you... read more

Jordan D.

9 years ago

Dream Masters was the best tattoo shop and experience, especially since Renette has the lightest touch and most brilliant design skills. This was my first tattoo, and I was nervous about the pain as well as an artist's ability to do fine script. Several other shops had told me it was impossible to get such a small and delicate font size because the ink would bleed - Renette proved everyone wrong. I absolutely love my tattoo and am about to book my next appointment with her! She helped me find my perfect font and ensured the placement was exactly what I wanted. Whether this is your first tattoo or you're adding another, Renette is who you can trust. read more

K D.

13 years ago

Svetlyo did the best work I've had done so far. I went to get my deceased cousin tattooed & he just exceeded my expections with his work of art! He is professional, respectable & respectful, keeps his shop clean & makes the guest feel comfortable. He works with you, not against you, he gives advice & makes sure you leave out satisfied. Your experience will be painless & come with up to date tech. This is my first time but I plan on coming back & making him my only tattoo artist. If you haven't been to Dream Masters you need to go now! Not now but right now! S/O to Svetlyo for staying ten steps ahead of the game! Salute! read more

Madalyn L.

9 months ago

Stumbled upon this place not expecting anything, stayed for the vibe. All the artists are extremely talented & so nice! So clean, very professional atmosphere while also being laid back and open to all. I was lucky to get Yaara to tattoo me, and she killed it! Not only is her tattooing amazing (especially for an apprentice), she also showed that she has a good eye & great people skills while adjusting the design to fit different parts of the body. The best part was the conversation & the people watching from the shop. Come for the tattoos, stay for the people. Highly recommend this spot! read more

Kitty C.

13 years ago

i had the worst experience i've ever had a tattoo shop. One of my girls was getting some work done. Dave did an amazing job & i wanted him to blast my birthday tattoo for me. the owner Svetylo was absolutely uninviting, unfriendly, keep pointing at me for my having my service dog with me. (mind you that, that is completely illegal and unjust) just really made me feel unwelcome. I walked out & will never be spending my money here. Good Luck To You. read more

Andrea C.

10 years ago

My husband worked with the shop to plan a couples tattoo as a surprise while we were vacationing here from Detroit. He's so indecisive but with the help of the shop, he nailed down a design in no time. Gabe was available for the afternoon and did a wonderful job. The shop was clean, the employees were super chill and Gabe was very nice to work with. I will be recommending this place to all the locals I know and the out of towners who visit! read more

Daniel B.

10 years ago

My friends and I were visiting San Francisco for 3 days and we decided to get tattoos to remember our time there. We were just walk-ins but they said most of the time you need an appointment. This was my first tattoo and Gabe was very nice and helped me through the steps. I got a very simple original nintendo controller but I love how Gabe made it. I'm definitely going back next time I'm back in San Francisco. read more

Olivia C.

8 years ago

got two tattoos yesterday from Kayla a human printer, if you will. she and all the other artists i met in the shop could not have been more friendly. I would have hung out and let her tattoo me all night if i could. I got one of her flash tattoos and another one custom drawn and i can't decide which one i love more. should finances allow it, i will literally be back next week. Renette ur next girl ;) read more

Francis C.

290

13 years ago

All the workers (Svetlyo, Dave & Brittany) are very generous and fun to hang around with. Their art is beautiful no doubt, Svetlyo's colors is amazing. He can do everything, he did my cover up and it turned out great. I recommend you guys to Svetlyo if you want color tattoos. But you can't go wrong with Dave or Brittany either. Dream Masters rocks! read more

Caitlin N.

901

8 years ago

Renette. Not only is she a bad-ass but she's an amazing artist too. Couldn't be more happy with the 4 pieces she's done for me already, and I'll definitely be going back to her again soon. Highly recommend! read more

August W.

9 years ago

Girl at the front with face tattoo is rude and smug, self righteous know it all, don't bother, bad representation of what the tattoo business has become. read more

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