I actively sought out the work from this shop based on the style and consistency of their tattoo work product as seen on their instagram page. I was in the market for a cover up tattoo and they knocked it out of the park. I have since been back twice for more work done--and I make the drive down from DC because they are good at what they do. If you're looking for an in-demand studio that does beautiful watercolor work in a clean environment by quality human beings--you found the right shop. Expect to wait a while (at least a month unless there is a cancellation or you get lucky) for your appointment because their artists are popular. As someone who once had a bad tattoo, I can tell you a good tattoo is worth the time and investment. Do not expect a drive-thru shop, these folks are the real deal. They care about the work they do and I would trust them with any tattoo project in the future. I always leave happy and with more ink plans for the future. Pro tips: e-mail: It's the most effective route. They are a small shop so they only check mail once a day--usually in the evening. They usually take a day or two to respond. This is normal. Once you are on their books, don't expect to hear back. You're in there, if you need to confirm--go ahead and send a confirmation email. appointments: You'll need to "get on their books" which means they open their calendar for a month or two in advance. Once they have their calendars booked--they close their books and won't schedule anything unless there is a cancellation. If you're stuck in limbo--follow them on instagram because that's where they post their books opening. Pricing: an hourly rate. The number of hours depends on how much detail and work is necessary. I have found them more than fair in their estimates. Experience: expect a clean inviting space with private stations. Unlike other shops, you get privacy by way of cubicle-style workspaces. Your artist will wear a mask and gloves. Your skin will be properly sanitized and cleansed throughout. Breaks will be taken at your discretion and as the artist needs breaks. Concept: Send reference pictures, your artist will develop the concept the day of your appointment. You will have plenty of opportunity to provide input but it's best in my experience to be open to artistic license. You're at a shop that specializes in free form. They will give you a beautiful piece. All-in-all I love this shop! I find it warm and inviting and a place I would highly recommend. If you understand this is a thriving small business that handle all their own calls and marketing--then you will also appreciate how they can provide amazing pieces at fair prices. Highly recommend. read more

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I'm going to be really transparent, this review is for how rude the receptionist was when I tried to book my appointment she was very short with me and I'm a nonconfrontational person. I made my deposit February 4th, 2020 and still haven't been able to book for my tattoo with Brad Everything was great when they took my $100 for a nonrefundable deposit, I waited due to the shutdown for Covid, I was very understanding being on the same boat. Definitely not the same energy they had taking my deposit and then trying to make the later appointment, respect of someone's time should come on both ends. Super dissatisfied with this business. read more

I drove an hour to my appointment to have Brad tell me he was sick and couldn't do the tattoo. Fine, I understand people get sick although I couldn't understand why he didn't call me before I drove an hour to get there. So whatever, I said "since I'm here, why don't we go over the design and make sure everything is good before the next appointment" he tells me he has nothing drawn (although our consult was two months prior) and that he "would throw something together in the 15 minutes before the appointment with photoshop". Maybe that's what some artists do but I wanted someone who took something that was very important to me seriously. I lost my $100 deposit but I refuse to give more money to a business who cares so little about their clients. After telling my tattooed friends about this they said they won't go there either. read more

I was lucky to get the chance to have Brad redo a tattoo I had gotten and wasn't happy with. He did a great job for a fair price. His watercolor skills are stellar. I'm working on my vision for my next tattoo and hope to work with Brad again! read more

Brad did an outstanding job on my realistic rose tattoo that was a coverup!! He listened to what I wanted/needed. His tattoos are truly a work of art read more

Human Canvas Tattoo - Beautiful roses by Brad - Tattoo Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

I literally cannot recommend this place enough. I felt so welcome the second I walked in the door. Like many other reviews I've read, it feels very clean when you walk in, which is a great sign off the bat. They have beautiful artwork on the walls and the aesthetic of the entire place is gorgeous, in my opinion. The receptionist was very responsive and got to action the second I walked in so that she could help me out. I didn't get her name, but she has purple streaks in her hair and has a softer voice. My artist was Corinne. The second I started talking to her I felt much less nervous (social anxiety is gross). She's very chill, sweet, and adorable. I explained to her what I was looking for, and she seemed genuinely excited to do the piece. She explained to me how we would customize it exactly to my liking, and was very mindful of my budget. I was super lucky, because someone didn't show up to their appointment, so they had a few hours to spare. Since mine was only going to take an hour, she offered for me to do it right then and there. I obviously couldn't refuse. She literally showed me the Photoshop window while she was designing it, making sure I got literally every detail I wanted. She made sure I had it on the exact right place on my body, and the exact size I wanted. For the location I wanted, she said I would probably have to take my shirt off. There were curtains to provide privacy, so I was okay with that, but I told her I was really self-conscious about my body. She assured me that she's worked with people of every shape and size, and that she was totally not judgmental. It really helped me be more comfortable around her and I found I wasn't that shy after that. This was my first bigger tattoo. I have two other ones, but those never lasted more than ten minutes. So obviously, this was going to be a bit of a different experience. Not to mention the place I wanted it (My collarbone) Is one of the more painful areas to get it done, but I knew I wanted it there. At first I was pretty still. While it did hurt, the longer it went on, the worse it got, for me, at least. She was very insistent on letting her know if I needed a break. I did once or twice, and my legs squirmed a little, but she was still very steady and unphased by any movements I made. I'm honestly not sure if I could've found anyone else that would've helped me through it better than she could. She kept reassuring me that I could do it and that it would be worth it in the end. She was totally right. I'm beyond thrilled with the results. It's everything I'd hoped it'd be and more. I'm going back here for every single one of my tattoos, without a doubt. read more

Human Canvas Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hats off to Brad and Human Canvas! Amazing ink and exceptional customer service. My two brothers and I decided to get matching tattoos of our Scottish family crest before I get married in October. I live in Florida and was just visiting for the weekend so I was crunched for time. We had everything scheduled a few months ahead to come in Sunday morning before I had to take off. Then American Airlines changed my flight to early Sunday morning. Noooooo! So my brother called to apologize and cancel the appointment, but Brad was understanding and was actually able to squeeze us in on Saturday night instead. Awesome! I am so happy with how the tattoo turned out. It was quick, as little pain as possible, and the entire studio was very clean. He was very professional and relaxed which is how a tattoo artist should be. It was my second tattoo but one of my brothers has never gotten one before, and he helped put his mind at ease. We left with instructions on how to care for it and were able to enjoy the rest of our weekend. I'm so happy we were able to get it done before my wedding. Thank you many times over, Human Canvas! read more

Human Canvas Tattoo - The finished product! On the back of my shoulder. - Tattoo Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

So, if you take the time to shop the artist, don't mind waiting several months, and don't mind paying for a work of art as opposed to just another tattoo, this is the place to go. Brad did amazing work. I asked Brad for a realistic rose memorial tattoo in memory of my mother, and I was simply amazed. He didn't just tattoo me, he gave me a piece of art that I remember my mother by every time I see it. Thanks again Brad, well done! read more

Human Canvas Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Submitted my online request for an appointment four days ago and sent a follow email to ensure request was received--I've heard nothing, no we received your request and we'll get back to you, nothing. This was going be for final (13th) tattoo --moving on. Terrible customer service! read more

I have 4 tattoos done by Corrine and they are really great. Nice people and clean place. All the artists do high quality work. I would recommend them to everyone that wants a specialty tattoo. I'm looking forward to Corrine doing a couple of tattoos in the future! read more

I have a few tattoos and I've gotten one from Human Canvas. Where as their work was good and I visited when they first opened for business, they've since gotten relatively arrogant about their work. I took my mom in to get a simple tattoo of numbers, human canvas wanted to charge her double what everyone else was going to charge (simple tattoo on her arm, no more than an inch, all black). When I went in looking for more work done they were trying to charge nearly double or triple what other places in the area were looking to charge me. I've stopped in there three times, once to get a tattoo, once with my mom to get her first tattoo, and then once to get a price quote on a few pieces I want, and every single time the girl who sits at the front desk has been extremely rude to me. She gives me short responses, seems not to care about anything but playing on her phone, which was a drastic decline wince I got my first tattoo from them (my second tattoo together). It'd be different if I felt like she was being like that to just me, but I've heard her giving quotes to others in the same tone of "I don't care," and that she's above "common folk." If you want to be spoken down to, pay double what every other shop in the area charges, and wait 3 days up to three weeks to get your tattoo, be my guest. Unless you're getting work by Brad, it's probably not worth $200 an hour. read more

The website states that they "do not take deposits, give price quotes, or book appointments by email or phone." So I drove the 45 minutes to the shop on Saturday afternoon to schedule a consult on a new piece and the shop was closed, lights off. It's only 6:30 pm. No signage in the window stating an emergency or dinner break. The portfolios were impressive and I was excited to go to them. However, I'm walking away disappointed. read more

Amanda did such and amazing job my tattoo is everything I thought it would be. The environment is very chill and professional. Everyone is super nice and they're very welcoming!! read more

Human Canvas Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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I had a coverup tattoo done by Corrine and was amazed with the quality; you can't even see the original and the new tat is beautiful. I will definitely be returning and I highly recommend her. read more

I just came in to support my friend and Brad was bored and had no appointment till like 4:00. I ended up getting a tattoo by him for a really good price and I'm really happy with the tattoo. Everyone in here is super friendly and talkative. I will return soon read more

Human Canvas Tattoo - Tattoo done by Brad himself, beautiful watercolor style - Tattoo Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Absolutely love this shop! Got a memorial tattoo for my grandfather done by Evan. I told him what I was looking for and he ran with it. Evan did an amazing job and went above and beyond my expectations. I'm so proud to show off this amazing piece of artwork! read more

All of the artists here are talented. I frequent Corinne and Amanda. I get so many compliments on their work. I cannot dsy enough good things about them. Thry are extremely knowledgeable and professional. Their art is amazing! read more

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Admittedly, this is my first tattoo so I don't have any other experience to compare with. That being said, I am very pleased with both the experience and the results. Brad is very professional and artistic. I have had many compliments. read more

I have been waiting for a break in Brads schedule. He is great and professional. He is worth the wait and price. If you want ink that will last and look amazing. See Brad. read more