my go-to shop in San Jose! all the artists are welcoming and kind- not to mention talented,…read moreknowledgeable, and hilarious lol. the shop itself is bright and colorful. they host monthly galleries featuring local artists, and weekly ArtNight where people can hang out, draw, tattoo, connect, etc. i've gotten many (10+) tattoos from Jazz- and will continue to work with them as long as they tattoo! their work is incredible - i love giving them an idea and seeing how they interpret it. i always trust them because they consistently match my vision. i love Current, whether I'm getting tattooed or just hanging out. check it out!

I've now gotten five tattoos, 4 from Chloe and 1 from Jackie. They are some of the most talented…read moreand accommodating artists I have ever met. The studio is beautiful and the vibes are fantastic. I highly HIGHLY recommend Current

Timely, professional, kind and understanding. Clean and thorough, definitely the right choice for…read moremy family's first tattoo

Davis is truly an amazing artist with impressing skills. Every time I've visited his shop, I've…read morebeen consistently pleased with the experience and the results. I had a few tattoos done by Davis and I appreciate his attention to detail and commitment to delivering exactly what I wanted each and every time. Davis always made me feel comfortable and at ease throughout each session. It's also a bonus when his shop is always so clean and organized! I highly recommend Davis, his skills and attention to detail have consistently produced outstanding results. I am always looking forward to my next session with him.

Dii did an amazing job! I absolutely love my tattoo. I'll definitely be coming back for more. Thank…read moreyou, Dii!

I have had many tattoos done by Vincent. Recently he has started ignoring my texts for new work…read moredone and frankly I don't think I even want to go to him anymore after the last two tattoos I had done. They have faded drastically and it hasn't even been a year to the point where a different tattoo shop had to touch up for me and I did NOT get color done. On top of that I've seen other artists make a face at the work done and this makes me think that it's very poorly done. Everyone is also constantly late and it's REALLY loud and chaotic which makes the experience bad and parking sucks.

Awesome artists!!…read more Rodney did amazing work on two of my friends and very detailed small detail fine line tattoos for me. He's the best. I'm getting ready to have my brows done by Coral. They are very nice and personable and that's even better! Love you so much!

Sad, I had this shopped bookmarked for 2yrs until I was ready to get tattoos, and their phone was…read moreout of service. I took a chance and drover over that on Sat around 3pm, and the door was locked, and no one there. Wasted my time.

Simply amazing and unforgettable! Got my first ever tattoo with Orly and what he gave me was…read moregreater than I had expected/hoped for! I reached out to him and his booking manager over IG and it was a super easy process to do. The day of my appointment, I was super nervous! Orly is super personable, calm, and friendly. He asked what I had in mind and if I had any pictures to go off of and he went from there. He got some assistance from Bong, who was a guest artist that week and I couldn't have been more thankful! The art he gave me is beautiful and I'm still in awe that it actually happened. I'm definitely coming back to finish my sleeve. 10/10 would recommend to anyone!

Humble Beginnings Tattoo Studio is hands down my favorite tattoo studio in the Bay Area. From the…read moremoment you walk in, you feel like you're among your people--they make you feel like family. My first visit was for a partial cover-up that transitioned into a tribal tattoo. I researched very carefully because I was intentionally seeking women tattoo artists who specialize in tribal work. The story I'm telling through my tattoos matters deeply to me, and respect for symbolism is essential. That search led me to Mel. After seeing her work, I booked a consultation--and she more than lived up to her reputation. In fact, she exceeded my expectations so much that I returned to have the tattoo extended straight down my spine (which is AWESOME!!!) My long-term project is to have women tattoo artists visually gift my life story in Polynesian and Filipino tribal styles across the entire right side of my body. While I also proudly wear tattoos by male artists on the other side--chosen just as intentionally--I want this side to honor women artists who truly understand and respect tribal symbolism. Mel is absolutely among the best. A few weeks ago, I returned during Humble Beginnings' Black Friday flash sale and got a rose tattoo on my arm--this time by Kim. She did such an incredible job that I'm already planning to go back to her for a rose half-sleeve. I'll also be returning to Mel to continue work on my leg and complete another section of my side. Every time I'm in the studio, I find myself watching the other artists work and feeling completely inspired. Their talent is next-level. Honestly, I'm tempted to get tattooed by every artist there! As long as I have canvas for it! Every artist at Humble Beginnings is incredibly skilled, and having their work represented on your body is absolutely worth it. If you're looking for artistry, intention, and a studio that truly feels like home--this is the place.

Quan is a tattoo artist I will keep coming back to. He is an educated illustrator and artist, with…read moreimpressive range. My tattoos have healed beautifully so far (10months) with no blowout. I had one other tattoo done by another artist (5 star shop) that blew out 3 months later. He is meticulous and detail-oriented, and puts up with my annoying reworks of his works kindly. He understands the art is on your body, so I deeply appreciate his tolerance and respectfulness. Rates are still modest, which is appreciated as a customer.

I trusted Quan with a concept I've always wanted and he truly delivered!! This tattoo took a while…read moreto finish, but it was absolutely worth it. He is very friendly, respectful, and professional. His new location is quaint, clean, and easy to get to. He responds to messages pretty quickly and has clear communication both online and in person. I found him through instagram and I'm so grateful to have chosen him to do this piece. Thank you so much, Quan!! I love this tattoo like you couldn't even imagine.

I always knew that I wanted a tattoo of flowers. I've searched for a tattoo artist, but I couldn't…read morefind anyone who could tattoo the flower that I wanted. It was only until I saw my cousin's portrait tattoo that I knew I found my tattoo artist at Da Wei Tattoo. There are a lot of skilled tattoo artists and then there is Da Wei. There aren't enough words to describe how talented Da Wei is. He is a unique tattoo artist; he is a creator. I appreciate how passionate Da Wei is with his work. Da Wei is not intimidating or pretentious at all, despite having so many tattoo awards! He is friendly and personable. I feel like I'm at home at his tattoo shop. As his guest, I'm a co-creator instead of another customer. Da Wei helps me translate my vision into real-life through beautiful and intricate artwork. He always goes above and beyond to research and curate and present the perfect tattoo. I love peeking inside his office to see what concepts he is working with and what he's creating next. As a creator, Da Wei is light on his fingers. He is gentle, careful, and considerate. He always makes sure that I feel comfortable and that I'm confident with his work before, during, and after my tattoo sessions. Da Wei is also communicative and transparent. Each session is like another consultation. He will let me know if something will or won't work. He also makes suggestions, but is neither pushy about it. I never regretted any of his suggestions; that's how much I trust him! Da Wei chose the perfect placement for my tattoo where I can appreciate and admire it. I love the details of each individual lily. Each lily has its own characteristics and beauty. The colors are also vibrant and compliments not only my complexion, but my personality. I had a hard time searching for a tattoo artist because flower tattoos were considered too basic. It's true; flowers are simple. Anyone can tattoo a flower, but it takes a special kind of artist like Da Wei to turn something common into something classic. The most skilled chefs are the ones who've mastered the foundational sauces. I know that my tattoo is one-of-a-kind because Da Wei created it with his vision, my vision, and personality in mind. Da Wei Tattoo is not a one stop tattoo shop, it is a gallery of lifetime artwork. You'll know what I'm talking about once you visit the shop.

One of the BEST PORTRAIT Artists in California!!! Hands down Dawei is very Talented!! And also very…read moreprofessional!!!

Tony is super friendly, professional, and clean. I have…read morealways had a pleasant experience at Irezumi Tattoo Studio. I came to Tony for a full sleeve that turned out even better than I envisioned so I came back for another piece. He is an amazing artist and gives great suggestions.

My husband and I put together have had 4 done with Tony. We refer him to anyone who asks and we…read morekeep going back. He has gone outside of his typical style at our request, I can give him an idea and he will run with it. We are always happy with the finished product. Mine are always in provocative spots, (I still want to be perceived as a square at work) and he always makes me feel more than comfortable.