Amanda is awesome…read more Seriously, it was painless, professional and really, actually, enjoyable. The shop is clean, private and perfect for a first timer like me. She took my directions and requests wonderfully and really didn't make me feel like that 'lame and dorky' newbie (which I really am :) ) what I wanted was in her style which is my number one suggestion: make sure your artist art suits you. I ended up with her but 'fate' but she really was the perfect fit. Also easy to talk too after Ill add it was affordable too.

Disappointing Experience - Faded Tattoo in Days…read more My friend and I came in to get matching tattoos on the sides of our hands--an area we knew could be tricky, but we expected a bit more care and guidance. Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing from start to finish. The artist offered little support or direction during the design process and didn't explain the level of fading we might expect clearly. We were asked to sign the hand waivers after the tattoo was completed. We were told it would fade over time, but within just 2-3 days, one tattoo had nearly vanished and the other was missing large chunks. When we brought this to the studio's attention, the manager cited their "hand tattoo policy" but ultimately refused to stand by their work. We were told we could pay again to get it touched up. Instead of offering a resolution or at least a courtesy touch-up, we were told we'd have to pay again to fix tattoos that didn't even last a week. I understand that hand tattoos can be tricky, but this was poorly handled. Lack of support, lack of follow-through, and a lack of accountability. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone--especially if you're hoping for both quality work and respectful customer service. After speaking and showing other artists the work, they agreed that it was poorly done and not deep Enough. Save your money and stay away!!!!

Very professional & accommodating! I have 1 last tattoo I'm scheduled for and am excited about it.read more

Brett did my sleeve on my right arm. It was absolutely…read moreamazing, I loved the incredible work of art he preformed on my arm. Thank you Brett at SWT. If you are thinking about it, do it at SWT.

got a cross tattoo and they made it look better and the job was done and went perfectly for my…read morefirst time, would reccomend this place

I wasn't planning on getting a tattoo in town. Most of my ink was done by Dragon's Lair Tattoo on…read moreMacArthur in Oakland, so I kind of wanted to keep the tradition. (ETA: Just looked up Dragon's Lair, and discovered they have been closed for over a year now. So much for traditions.) But tragedy and a desire for healing through needles and beauty, brought me here. This was a different experience from my other pieces. My other tattoos are small, black and grey and were done the day I walked in to the parlor (after over a year of tossing the idea back and forth). But in YYC, a decent artist is in extreme demand, so you book an appointment the way you book one for a doctor. Depending on what you want done, and how you want it done, wait times can be anywhere from weeks to months. At IC, you can put down either a cash deposit to secure your time or a PayPal deposit. The deposit covers the first hour and is taken off your final bill. When I brought in my reference photos and idea sketch, the guy booking my appointment suggested I make an appointment with Niki. Having seen some of her gorgeous work when I was perusing their website, I agreed readily. Niki was a blast to talk to, is extremely talented and did her best to make sure my 2 hour sitting was as pleasant as it could possibly be. The memorial piece on my left forearm came out even better than I imagined (bigger too, hehe), and I was stoked from start to finish. As for the shop itself, it's incredibly clean, spacious and about to get even more so, now that the only-sometimes-open Mexican restaurant that once resided below them is no longer there. The atmosphere is relaxed, you can tell all the artists get along with each other (at least the ones that were there that evening!) and that they take great pride in what they do and where they work. Dean, the guy who took my appointment, was pleasant to talk to, even though he was probably anxious to get home. I also love that they have late hours on certain days, because I wouldn't have been able to go on a week day in the middle of normal business hours. Thank you, Niki, for the beautiful work you did. I couldn't ask for a better reminder of my darling.

I will start by saying this is a review about both the shop and the owner/artist Dan Cameron…read more Getting permanent art done should take time and research to make sure the artist suits what you are envisioning. After looking at a whole lot of portfolios on line I contacted Mr. Cameron over a year ago while he was at a different shop. He was friendly and professional and took an expected deposit at that time to start drafting a design. A couple months later due to finances I had to put my plan on hold and he told me to let him know in the future when I was good to go. About 13 months later I was in a position to move forward and when I contacted him again he said to stop over at his new shop to get thing moving again. (I wasn't 100% sure due to the time delay on my part but there were no issues at all). We met up again and reviewed my ideas, he worked up an amazing draft and we started in. His shop is very clean and cool with a great vibe. I had 3 sessions total for my half sleeve, and he even recommended changing a date in the middle due to my planned vacation (I was scheduled to leave 3 days after the sitting) so the color would set properly and the work would turn out like we wanted. After the final session he booked me in for a follow up to make sure it was all great and it was. While like I said at the start a person needs to make sure that the tattoo artist fits the art you want, if Dan Cameron's portfolio looks like it will I would highly recommend him. I know Ill go back when I'm ready for my next one.

I've gotten tattooed at enough places to know when I'm at a shop that I can feel comfortable…read moreinside. This is Ambassador. The owner and awesome tattoo artist Dan Cameron has created an awesome space for his artists and clients to come in and enjoy. There are lots of TV screens and there's always a movie on to help clients focus on something/feel distracted. The atmosphere is cozy, too. I've been tattooed by both Sydney Dyer and Dan Cameron and I would recommend this place for anyone. It's clean and quiet, yet fun and inviting.

Got my first tattoo here and it was an amazing experience…read more Everyone who has seen my tattoo make a comment about how well done it is ( clean lines ) and when I tell then he only took an hour to get it done they are all amazed

This is the best tattoo shop. I got a rose by Chanse who in my opinion, does the best roses I've…read morecome across. He hand draws them so it's custom for you and fits you perfectly. Amazing Work by all of the artists there Great vibes and peeps.

Ahhh such a great experience. I only came to get my ears re-pierced and the staff was so friendly,…read morehelpful and knowledgeable especially Emily. Everything was clean too and I love their decor

My Husband and I came in for our consult with Ryan on June 28th. At which time we booked our…read moreappointments together for July 19th as it was our wedding anniversary. During our consult, it was decided that Ryan would do my tattoo first as it would only take an hour or so, whereas my husband's could take at least 3. We showed up on the 19th and found out Ryan had switched our appointments. He decided to do my husbands first and then mine, which I was fine with, until.... Ryan made a comment about not seeing my tattoo appointment and not having the picture we provided him with, which was odd because everything was sent in one email. I sat in your shop for over an hour during which time I listened to a conversation between your artists who were discussing your 48 hr cancellation policy. Then a 1/4 of the way through my husband's tattoo I get told I may not even get my tattoo that day. He said we could reschedule and that he would even come in on his day off! We were supposed to be getting our tattoos together on our anniversary! I was pissed and left the shop! I sat in my car alone in your parking lot for another 3.5 hrs waiting for my husband (hoping I'd get my tattoo) on my ONLY day off in 6 days, on my wedding anniversary for an appointment we had booked 3 weeks prior! Then I find out Ryan cancelled my appointment but kept the appointment after me!! Who does that? That right there is a shitty business and shitty customer service!!! He literally cancelled my appointment the day of, on the spot (we drove in from Airdrie), and he had the nerve to take his next appointment!!! I am curious as to why his next appointment was more IMPORTANT then the one I had, had scheduled for 3 weeks? At no point did Ryan check to see if I was mad, nor did he attempt to reschedule my appointment. The response I received from the shop owner after I sent a message was just as bad!!! If I could give this shop a -10 I would!!!! They ruined what was supposed to be a happy and exciting day for my husband and I! We will NOT be back anytime in the future, nor will we be recommending your shop to anyone we know!

Excellent work done by Kennedy, shop was clean and well laid out. The FAQ and expectations were…read morevery clear. I would absolutely go back.

Felt pressured to leave a tip after hearing fellow tattoo artists shit talk a non-tipping patron…read more Explain to me why I should tip a professional who sets their own price. Sorry but if you're charging $250/hr and you're still expecting a tip, you're greedy and entitled. If you need tips to supplement your wage at that ridiculous rate - keep raising your rate- otherwise tips are entirely optional and I'm fed up with feeling cheap for not dishing out more money when I've commissioned an artist for an expensive piece. More gratitude and humbleness from the tattoo artists at this shop would be much appreciated.

I have been tattooed by Taylor multiple times. Taylor is friendly, quick, and has the lightest hand…read moreof any tattooist I've ever experienced. She tattooed on my sternum for my 21st birthday in 2015, and I was ready for the pain. It barely hurt at all! I love how light she is when she tattoos. There is never anything worse than a heavy handed tattooist. Her line work and colour is so precise and it pops. She has also tattooed my mother and does an amazing job. My boyfriend has also been tattooed here, and he loved his piece. If you want a custom piece, she is willing to work with you to get exactly what you want! Just remember to book a consult, and be prepared to do a non-refundable deposit, which is commonplace in the tattoo world.

Paid a deposit with Trevor Varem and not long after our consult he conveniently forgot what we had…read moreplanned in our consult. I had to cancel my first appointment due to pneumonia but gave him plenty of notice. When I tried rebooking he either ignored my messages or sent extremely inappropriate sexual comments and informed me he's "good at cunnilingus". After my last text and he replied that I lost my deposit after the second time I cancelled - I only cancelled once. I assume because I didn't take him up on his cunnilingus challenge. When I brought it up on Instagram with the shop I was blocked. Terrible business strategy.

Jay at Black Sheep Tattoo is great! I have several tattoos from Black Sheep and Jay is creative,…read moreenthusiastic and a true artist. There is no project that is too small or too complicated.... Jay always takes his time to ensure you are happy with the end result. I would definitely recommend Black Sheep Tattoo!

From the owner: Look at what this Blacksheep Artist Collective have to offer. Tattooing, Paintings, Art prints,…read moreCustom T-shirts and other works of art. Displaying different artists on a rotating basis. A chill place to get a great tattooing in a private location.