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    4.6 (61 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM

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    I'm a bass player and this bass clef tattoo has called to me for years! No regrets whatsoever.
    Corey M.

    I walked in as a nervous wreck, being a tattoo noob, and from the get-go Anastasia did an excellent job helping me to quash my anxiety. The place was super clean (including the restroom and all surfaces), had excellent art on the walls, and a nice soundtrack. Anastasia was super patient, went really slow and carefully at first, and the rapport between us helped me tune out the discomfort of the procedure. My tattoo looks awesome, and a couple days later, there's no inflammation or discomfort. The only question is, what should I get next?

    3/7
    Jamison I.

    THIS SHOP IS NOT AUTISM FRIENDLY!!!!!!! to preface: i am autistic, i don't understand tone especially in text, i prefer phone calls. i am a very matter of fact, say what i mean kind of person. i made an appointment with erik 6 months in advance under the impression that i could check in at any time to see the work and ask for adjustments. it's 2 months before the appointment i email to see the art and i am told i will not be able to see it until the day before. this was not okay with me. so i emailed back and said that if this was the case i'd like my deposit of $100 back and to cancel the appointment. a fair request in my opinion. i was unaware that the deposit was non refundable as this was not told to me during the consultation. i was then told that erik may have something for me and he would get to me on thursday when he was back in the shop. sounded good to me. three days later i received an unprompted email from the owner emily explaining a bunch of things that i wasn't concerned with and then informing me the deposit wasn't refundable. i asked to speak in person as the phone number wasn't working. i went in today to speak with emily and she was extremely condescending. she had already decided before i came in that i was "too nervous" and "too combative" to be tattooed at this shop and that i wouldn't get my deposit back. i told her that i was autistic and she began to speak to me like i was an elementary school aged child. saying "i understand you're sensitive" "im sensitive to the fact that ur autistic" "i understand you are upset" everytime i tried to explain myself. she said the reason the artists do not share the art until the day before is to avoid people making adjustments to the custom art that will be permanently on their body. which to me was exactly why i wanted to see it in advance, so that i could make those adjustments. i told her i was not being combative in my email and i was just being matter of fact. she said it "sounded combative and angry" because i didn't use exclamation points and didn't sign my name at the bottom of the email. again i am autistic and do not understand tone and i am not the best at communication. i was simply stating that not having an advanced look at the art that would be on me forever was not okay with me. i didn't understand how that was aggressive at all. i was so confused by the end of the conversation because she interrupted me and my mother multiple times and kept talking at me instead of to me. she was condescending and decided to not allow me to be tattooed and to keep my money because of a miscommunication and, in short, because i am displaying traits of autism. this is not an autistic friendly shop. or at least that was my experience.

    Kayla O.

    I am so in love with my new tattoo by Anastasia at Have Fun Be Lucky! I had two sessions with Anastasia. She is an incredibly talented artist with incredible vision. She listened carefully and was able to bring the vision I had of my tattoo to life. Her attention to detail is unparalleled. I have received so many compliments on my new piece. I will definitely be going to Anastasia soon for my next tattoo.

    Hfbl crew

    Ive worked for HFBL for 4.5 years now & I dont plan of going anywhere! Ive found an absolutely rad group of people who look out for one another, who are generous and inspiring. All of the artists are multi talented with great stories to share. When its not buzzing in the shop theres usually laughter coming from one of the rooms. Hands down favorite place Ive ever worked!

    A cool table top at Have Fun Be Lucky
    Mary R.

    I spent a lot of time researching tattoo artists in the Baltimore region. I was looking for someone who has a great line and who is empathetic to Mother Nature. I was pleased to find the portfolio of Emily Sloman at Have Fun Be Lucky. It took me almost a year to get an appointment with Emily-- she is booked because her work is amazing. She is not a tattoo artist, she is an artist and the proof is in every line she pulls. After a quick consult, we booked a date for the first ink. From a basic drawing, there was some wiggle room with the sizing and positioning. I opted to make my tattoo a wee bit smaller and it was no big deal. Fours hours later, a 30-year old tattoo was neatly covered under the black layer of a rhododendron leaf. I am still so impressed with Emily's skill-- her draftsmanship is top-notch. The cost at Have Fun Be Lucky is $200 per hour which seems to be pretty standard. There's a $200 deposit upfront. I can not wait to come back and get my second layer of color on the amazing artwork on my ankle. I spent some time perusing the other portfolios of the other tattoo artists here and was impressed. This is a cool and welcoming spot in the heart of Hampden. Thanks, Have Fun Be Lucky! I'll be back for more when my skin heals.

    Jenny Y.

    I got a tattoo from Justine today and I am thoroughly in love with it! I was very anxious about going back into a tattoo parlor during COVID but Justine helped me feel much more at ease. 10/10 will get tattooed here again.

    Dad

    After the death of my parents, I felt strongly about getting tattoos that represented each of them in their own ways. I researched tattoo artists that could help my vision come to reality, which is how I came upon Emily at Have Fun Be Lucky Tattoo. Her ability to create realism by using just the right amount and type of color, texture, and shading sold me immediately. Emily's portfolio is full of tattoos that showcase various ideas from individuals, but are made into beautiful body art that are rich with color and imagery that make the eye stare at the intricate designs she is capable of producing. Emily did the same for me by creating exactly what I asked for. She asked me questions about how I wanted my tattoos to look, questions I hadn't considered before. It was obvious that Emily was well versed in her talent and ensured that the tattoo I was about to permanently install on my body was truly everything I wanted! I hope to never have to look for another tattoo artist, as Emily is clearly a master at her craft and I will continue to go to her for all future tattoos. I have recommended Emily to my friends and family. If you are looking for a beautiful tattoo that you can appreciate EVERY day, go to Emily at Have Fun Be Lucky Tattoo! The environment is clean, sterile, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing. You will not be disappointed!!

    Folk art tattoo by Joe Lathe-Vitale.
    Tema B.

    Hands down the very best tattoo shop.The owners Joe Lathe-Vitale and Andrea Vitale-Lathe run a beautiful shop in Hampden, MD. I originally came to HFBL to cover-up an old and very bad tattoo and requested Andrea. Eric, the shop manager helped me with setting up an appointment and getting the info to Andrea that she needed. He is super kind and immediately gave me the feeling that I was being cared for. Coming in for that appointment I was struck by how the vibe was just overall chill and not in the least intimidating. Andrea came down to greet me and was struck by her bubbly and warm personality. She showed me the art work she had created and obviously spent a lot of time not only drawing but making sure the elements I asked for were perfect. She spent quite a good amount of time making sure that the stencil was perfect and that I was happy. The 5 hour appointment was absolutely a joy. I can't say enough about how wonderful she is and how much fun we had chatting and getting to know each other. She made sure I felt welcome and comfortable and constantly checked on my well-being. At times during my appointment several other artist popped in and were also super cool and friendly. Since then I've gotten a lot more artwork from this shop with three different artists Andrea, Joe and Hunter and I am in love with my art, get compliments constantly and have only had positive experiences. The talent these guys have is breathtaking. The shop is super clean and the area is fun for checking out afterwards. Do yourself a favor and look no further.

    My final stencil just before we began.
    Cory B.

    From my initial consult, to prep, and aftercare instructions Hunter was incredibly thorough. As a research-based individual; I came armed with a plethora of questions and he methodically answered each and everyone as well as providing clarification and education surrounding process, placement, and expectations. The shop itself is immaculately well kept and septic-almost medical oriented and his hygiene and professional practices during the procedure were outstanding. To anyone considering a tattoo...don't do it on a whim honor your body and its adornments as the tattoo artist is just that, an ARTIST! Be open to feedback and trust their judgment and if nothing else be open to compromise because if you want great work you go to institutions with great reputation and they achieve these by honest reviews such as this one.

    Matching father-daughter tattoos from Alex at HFBL (daughter on left, father on right)
    Sarah J.

    I'd been planning for a year on getting matching tattoos with my father for my 30th birthday. My best friend recommended HFBL (since she'd gotten her two tattoos at the shop), and I'm so incredibly happy that I called to make an appointment. I spoke with Eric (who was so kind, patient, and informative) to set up the appointment. When the big day finally arrived and we walked into the shop, everything was bright, clean, and welcoming. Alex walked my Dad and I through the entire process, and answer every one of our questions--and we asked a lot of questions. My father and I are both nervous talkers, so we couldn't stop the string of conversations while Alex worked. Let me tell you--I can't rave about Alex enough. He is so professional and personable and an incredibly gifted artist. I give HFBL my highest recommendation. They rock!

    My tattoo
    Shannon G.

    My husband and I came to Baltimore for the weekend, and wanted to get tattoos while here for our anniversary. After some searching on Yelp for tattoo shops, we called HFBL. Eric was great, was very patient and detailed as I described what we each wanted. He talked to the tattoo artist and emailed us prices. I called him back, talked over a few things, and booked the appt! Hunter did both of our tattoos, and we couldn't be happier. He and Eric helped my husband get the font and layout correct, and we love the results. You don't need to have a solid plan, they are very artsy and their ability to help you make the right choice is amazing! My hubby's end result looks much better than his original idea, thanks to the help and artistic eye of Hunter, as well as Eric. Both guys were super professional and friendly and we highly recommend Have Fun Be Lucky if you want great work at a reasonable price!

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    Great vibe- easy process - I appreciate that Joe checked in during the tattoo. He is very talented

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    Ask the Community - Have Fun Be Lucky Tattoo

    Do you tattoo at 16 with parents and ids and everything?

    Hey! Thanks for asking! Sadly it’s a city wide law that everyone we tattoo must be 18 years or older. The city won’t accept parent’s permission. Hope to see you in 2 years!

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    Got these tattoos at Mt. Vernon Body Art studio, and I think it was the best decision for me as a…read morefirst timer to go with. Took me months to find a proper place that suited the style I wanted to get my ink in. Justine was my tattoo artist and she ran down the whole process and healing process very professionally. Highly recommend this place, and I will soon be returning.

    I got my tragus pierced on February 13, 2019 with Matt and it was the worst piercing experience…read moreI've ever had. For context, I've had ear piercings, navel, and tongue and all others were a quick and relatively painless experience with no complications. When I got my tragus, it was a nightmare the entire time. The shop was clean and everyone was nice. The initial piercing went smooth and the pierced went to go thread the jewelry through. They lost the connection between the needle and jewelry and began to dig around in my ear for the hole. I have a pretty high pain tolerance and a high tolerance for mistakes in the workplace. We're all human. But the piercer continued to fiddle until the friend accompanying me said something because I had tears rolling down my face. He decided to re-pierce the hole since he couldn't find it. At this point my ear is pounding and already inflamed, but I was already there so I said go for it. It was super painful. But we got the ring through and left. Vowing never to come back. The tragus didn't heal great. It was very slow and developed a bump at the puncture site. I won't blame this on the piercer, since it could have been a number of things. But the area was very traumatized and I haven't had any issues healing in the past. Overall, I wouldn't recommend anyone to get pierced here and surely won't be back myself. The tragus eventually did heal and it looks good now. The placement was good and the piercer was nice, which is why I gave this experience 2 stars instead of 1.

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    Tattoo Charlie's

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    3.8(18 reviews)
    1.4 miBarclay, Old Goucher
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    Called this tattoo shop to see if they were taking walk ins on a Wednesday afternoon - The man over…read morethe phone said come on in! The shop is located on a sketchy street but once upstairs inside of the shop it is spacious and clean. I was lucky enough to find street parking around the corner. This is a cash only establishment and their is an ATM outside if you need to withdraw. My friend and I were getting small tattoos on our wrist and the prices were kind of steep - granted we did just walk in and we are in downtown Baltimore, so kind of expected.... When Danny (tattoo artist ) was about to start, a piercing appointment came in so he got that done right away. His technique was good, he was very clean, using new needles and gloves - it took less then ten minutes for two of my mini tattoos. I was charged $80. My friend was charged $60 for her one cross tattoo. Danny was great and had good customer service but I probably would not come back for the prices.

    I went to get my septum pierced. Everything was really great up until it was over. The nose ring…read morefell out while I was there! I asked them to put it back in and they did no problem. They don't accept card but kindly directed me to an ATM where I got out cash. The nose ring fell out again while i was just using the ATM. I went back after getting the cash and they told me to stop messing with it, which would have been fine if I was, but as a brand new piercing I couldn't bear to touch it. Here's where it gets a little sketchy... I ask how much the piercing it. He says "20..." I hand him the twenty and I watch his eyes go to my bag where he can see I have another twenty. Then he goes "...one. And I don't have change." So I paid FORTY dollars for a "twenty one dollar" piercing (though I'm convinced it was only twenty) and on my way home it fell out again. The whole "twenty.... one" thing left a bad taste in my mouth so I didn't want to go back. Obviously, the hole closed that day. I wrongly paid forty dollars for a piercing I didn't even have for a whole 3 hours. Would not go back.

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    Saints & Sinners - Outside the tattoo shop.

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    4.1(100 reviews)
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    Walked in and they accommodated us immediately. Friendly, clean, professional. A little more…read moreexpensive than I expected, but I don't regret the extra money.

    For my first time ever getting a tattoo, this shop really solidified the experience for me. I…read morecalled the shop soon after they opened & after hearing that they take walk ins, I sent my inspiration photos, calmed myself (because my nervous excitement was very real I found myself on the cobblestone streets where Saints & Sinners is. Dwaine greeted me & gave me a concise rundown of the process. Upon hearing it was my first time, he was very warm and reassured me that I was in good hands. Waited while my design was drawn up by Dave (who is also the resident landscaper) & took in all the inspiration on the walls. There were frames and books a-plenty. About 10 minutes later, Dave tells me to come upstairs - it's getting real now! From the time he laid the stencil down to the last swipe took all of a solid 20 minutes; I hadn't even got to the juicy part of the podcast I was listening to. After my tears (happy & bittersweet ones for personal reasons) and my payment, I left the shop with my tattoo wrapped well & with stickers, pins and lollipops in my aftercare kit. Sweet. All in all, this was easily the best hour of my day & I can't wait to see how well it will heal. You have a customer in me, Dave - thank you so much.

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