I was terrified going for my first tattoo. I was wracked with anxiety about the discomfort and whether I'd be able to manage. However, after my first meeting with Jim, I felt at ease about the process, as he reassured me that I'd be well taken care of. The day of the tattoo, I had the pleasure of working with Caeleigh, who was exceptionally friendly and flexible with what I wanted for my tattoo. She gave me plenty of confidence and was exceedingly understanding that we could stop whenever I needed to. Thankfully, she did such a wonderful job that I did not even need a break and left with an amazing tattoo. I highly recommend Ink Jam! Incredibly accommodating environment with high quality artists! read more

"Got my first tattoo, a memorial for my dog. Caeleigh at Ink Jam was amazing. She was kind, patient, and made me feel completely at ease. The tattoo came out beautiful and so meaningful. Highly recommend!" read more

We had such an amazing experience with Caeleigh!! Thank you for helping capture exactly what we wanted! read more

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Ink Jam Tattoo is a perfect place to get a tattoo. The owner and staff are professional and have more talent than you can imagine. Highly recommend getting a tattoo here. Can't wait to go back. read more

Ink Jam Tattoo is awesome! Nice space, owner super nice and talented, apprentice Izzy rocks! She created the image and did the work on me and it was exactly what I wanted and a fun experience. Highly Recommended! read more

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I got a tattoo from Janella a few days ago and had a wonderful experience. She is kind and patient and clearly cares about the client being comfortable and happy with the design. The shop is small and has a great vibe all around. I sent her a rough draft of the design and some changes I was hoping for, and she did an incredible job bringing my vision to life. Thank you Janella!! Will definitely be back for my next tattoo. read more

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I love this tattoo studio! It's a warm and comfortable environment, and I quickly felt at home. Both Jim and Janella are incredibly talented and disciplined artists. I got my tattoo from Janella, who is wildly skilled. The tattoo is of one of her drawings, and when I saw it I decided I wanted that instead of my own idea. It has healed up great and I'm glad I'll have it forever. This will see a lot of sun, so we already have a plan for how to build on it over time to keep it evolving and beautiful, and to account for how the lines may change over the years, though it hasn't changed at all in the 6 months I've had it. It was my first tattoo, and she made me feel much more secure in expressing what I wanted and what concerns I had. We talked about size, placement, and orientation and she made excellent suggestions for small changes and explained her reasoning. She communicated in a way that made it easier for me to understand, so I went with her advice, and I'm so glad I did. I don't think that I would be anywhere near as happy with what I thought I had wanted. I've been back a few times since then to plan out more (and much larger) tattoos with her. Her room, like the rest of the shop, is very clean, and she took plenty of time to make sure I'd be comfortable sitting for as long as she needed. She worked very diligently and professionally, fast but not at all rushed, and maintained a great focus. She has a very gentle touch when it comes time to stretch the skin and start in with the needle. She's easy to talk with, but also very easy to sit quietly with, which I really appreciate. I got to spend a lot of the time looking at the couple of boards in her room where she displays drawings of her previous tattoos, and I was able to flip through one of her portfolios as well. Her style is unlike anything I've seen, and I'm getting more tattoos of her originals from her very soon. read more

Ink Jam Tattoo - Fine line abstract floral tattoo by Janella Mele, healed - Tattoo Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

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We LOVE Ink Jam! We've been getting tattoos done there for years. Jim the owner has done a few for us and his employees have done a few as well. Recently we went and Izzy did tattoos for me, my son and my husband! All amazing! Can't say enough about their attention to detail, customer service, etc.! We'll definiltey keep going there for our future tattoos as well. read more

This review is overdue. Everyone here is incredible! Izzy is so sweet and helpful. Jim is so kind and gave me a beautiful tattoo honoring my late nephew. I can't wait to go back so Jim can cover my sleeve. read more

The Ink Jam Studio team were professional, courteous, understanding and personable through my tattoo consult, design, and appointment day. In two hours, Jim reclaimed some old work done years ago and brought it to reflect me as a person now. He and the team he is building are a team I'm happy to have in my corner! read more

Jim has done two Tattoos for me first was an Eagle that he also used to cover up part of an older tattoo I was not happy with. Second was a Keltec knot that has my three grandchildren's initials Both tattoos came out beautiful and unlike my other tattoos there was no sluffing off and very little of the usual discomfort I have come to expect from past tattoos. If your looking for high quality artistry and a great Tattoo Artist I fully recommend Jim at Ink Jam Tattoo!! Thank you again Jim Kevin read more

got my 3rd and 4th tattoos from Janella and couldn't be happier! She does a great job and I got some home made cookies while I was in the shop talking art :) I get compliments on the tattoos I got there regularly and will continue to recommend and send people there! Thank you Ink Jam read more

Janella is amazing. She's so creative and really listens to your wants and needs. She is really talented, quick and delicate. This is my go to shop. read more

I just got a tattoo done here with Janella yesterday. I have some very small flash pieces but considered this one to be my first "real" tattoo and was really excited for it. Janella made the process really great- she created a beautiful design, was receptive to my input and ideas throughout the process, and her line work was fantastic- I've already gotten so many compliments, including from friends who are looking at her work now too! I highly recommend and will be back. read more

I have been thinking about a large shoulder and back tattoo for years. I live in the area and came across ink jam. After talking to Jim and seeing his work, I was sold! This is the most beautiful piece of art and I could not be happier with the outcome!! read more

Jim is awesome and a master at his craft. I had a sleeve done at Ink Jam and I couldn't be more pleased. Jim took the ideas I provided and his own creativity to tattoo something I'm wicked proud to have on my skin. Clean details. Beautiful art. Definitely will be back for the rest of my tattoos! read more

Jim Quinn is both an incredible tattooist and artist. I highly recommend this local shop for all of your work New & Old , cover ups and custom designs. read more

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I love everything about this studio. I got my tattoos done by Jim and not only did he do an outstanding job, but made me feel so comfortable. Got my first tattoo done here and will forever get the rest of them done here too! 10/10 read more

This April, I got my first tattoo at the age of 55. I went with my 18 year old daughter who has been waiting to get hers. Jim made us both feel super comfortable and his studio is very clean. We have been back and are referring friends who are also happy with his work. He is an amazing and talented artist! read more

Highly recommend 10/10 . He did almost all of my best friends tattoos and I've always loved the way hers looked so I made an appointment for myself and been going here every since. Comfortable environment & the owner, Jim is amazing! He's very talented & experienced, I get so many compliments on the work he has done so far on my arm. I definitely won't be going anywhere else as long as he is open read more

Perfect shop! I went in for a double shoulder piece recently and am beyond happy with the experience. Kayleigh at the desk was great and set me up with an appointment in a reasonable time frame, and Mina my artist kept up with me before my appointment to discuss the tattoo itself. Mina is a true artist! She took the bare bones idea and sketch I gave her and made it into something I really love and will always be happy with! Would recommend this place to anyone! read more

Just got a memorial tattoo from Jim. I am beyond happy with it. He did an amazing job! He was professional, personable, and an amazing artist. Looking forward to getting more work done in the future. read more

Been here twice and will be going back for a 3rd tattoo soon enough! Jim and his staff made me feel very comfortable and his work is A1. read more

Ink Jam Tattoo - Thanks Jim! Great job! My son after he was born and then went back for my Boot in my root! - Tattoo Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: The Good: Jim is a really nice guy, and his prices are great. He does VERY simple work well. The Bad: I went in to get two tattoos in one session (both small). One of them came out fine--better than fine actually. But it was a simple star from the flash book: all straight lines and on an easy spot to put a tat. The Ugly: the second tattoo was on my back. I didn't go to Redemption in Cambridge because I thought it was so easy that anyone could do it. Big mistake. The design was the signature of how my mother used to sign letters to me (she had passed away, so it was a memorial tattoo). So, basically, tracing lines, all in black ink--not difficult. The ink totally blew out and it looks like it was written in an ink ball pen that then smudged when someone's hand went over it. When I went back after it started healing Jim said that it was in a fatty spot that was hard to work on and that sort of thing can happen. Well, Jim, why didn't you tell me that BEFORE you did the work so I wouldn't get the tattoo on that spot?!? I consulted another tattoo artist who said that if he had used a three needle instead of a one needle and pulled my skin taught, it would have come out just like I had wanted. Jim said that he could fix it (free of charge) by shading it with light blue around it. No--that wasn't gonna work for me. That wasn't what I wanted and would look really weird. We discussed having a number of sessions with saline solution which has the potential to fix the unwanted blur; but when I came to think of it--if he did that crappy a job on the tattoo in the first place, I wasn't about to trust him to be able to fix it. He also did a tattoo on my friend that same day. I don't think it was entirely Jim's fault, because my friend didn't take very good care of it afterwards, but it is an eyesore. It's may be partially her fault, but the execution of the tattoo was sub-par, to say the least. So I'm happy with my star, but now I'm going to pay a ton of money to have my mom's signature removed and then redone at a better place like Redemption. Get your tattoo at another shop. Please. Tattoos are forever (or very expensive to remove). read more

I wanted to get a small tattoo and wanted something a little local than my usual trip up to NH. Reading Yelp and other internet reviews, I stumbled upon InkJam Tattoo. I spoke directly with Jim, and was able to schedule a Sunday afternoon appointment. Got a little lost in my directions, and Jim was extremely patient and understanding on the phone as I was running late. Once there, Jim explained everything, sized up my tattoo accordingly. I signed the paperwork, saw the cleanliness of the studio, and was at ease. Jim helped to readjust the positioning of the tattoo as I requested and began to work. Since it was a small Chinese symbol, the work was very quick. Jim is very professional and easy to talk to. I spoke about how I was interested in a coverup tattoo and after Jim finished my tattoo, I showed him my old tattoo and he discussed options on how to redo it. Satisfied with his answers, I was happy to set up a consultation for the coverup in a couple of months. Overall, I'm happy with my tattoo and happy with the service. Jim at InkJam has made it easy for me to avoid the typical drive to New Hampshire by providing great local service! read more

I was really nervous about getting my first tattoo. So I went there in June and I'm so happy that I picked that place. Jim is incredibly talented! Although that's not what he typically does he have done such a beautiful job!I can't even describe how happy I was when I saw my tattoo.The lines are so fine and it's very detailed. It was healed very quickly too. I'm getting so many compliments all the time. Jim also was very patient and understanding answering all my questions. That's the only place I'll go for my second tattoo. read more

Ink Jam rocks! Ive been going to Jim for years, he and his support staff , have always been professional and friendly. Just got another kickass piece and can't wait for the next. I recommend Ink Jam to anyone who is serious about getting ink and wants it done right! read more

I LOVE Ink Jam!! I have gotten at least 10 tattoos done by Jim & I love each and every one of them! Jim puts so much time & effort into his work and makes sure you get exactly what you want I also have gotten 2 cover up's done by Jim - one being a big black tribal... Jim covered it up with beautiful roses and you can not even notice that I once had this horrible tattoo there! Jim never ceases to Amaze me with his work!! All of the tattoos that I have gotten from Jim have healed beautifully & I have never had any issues with them healing he is a very gentle tattoo artist he is not rough at all (I've had experiences before with other artists being more rough & the healing process sucked- but NEVER with Jim or ink jam)!! He is also probably one of the nicest people on the planet!! Everyone that works at ink jam are great people! Amanda is awesome! I don't have one bad thing to say about this place! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND INK JAM TATTOO!!! read more

I got my first tattoo by a gentleman named Jim Quinn about 8 years ago. I had tried for years to get a tattoo but never felt comfortable with the environment of shops that didn't appear to know how to deal with someone that was making a commitment to getting their first tattoo and how important a decision that could be. read more

Ink Jam Tattoo - Jungle leg complete with snake tiger leafage and my own tombstone. - Tattoo Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

I went to Inkjam Thursday for a tattoo honoring my 7 year old daughter who was diagnosed at 18mo with a rare autoimmune disease that has no cure. The bravery, resilience and strength that she has possessed the past 5.5 years encouraged and secured my decision to get a tattoo that shows the whole world what kind of daughter I was blessed to have. Within 2 minutes of meeting Mina and Jim I knew I was at the right place. Mina worked with me, never getting annoyed or pressuring, to make sure I was getting exactly what I wanted, and reminded me that it did not matter what anyone else would say or think, it was my decision, my body and MY tattoo. The shop is amazingly decorated, clean and professional. Mina explained every little detail as she went on setting up the room, opening the sterile needle in front of me and while preforming her immaculate artistry. The results were beyond amazing, are healing perfectly-allowing me to show off my tattoo to anyone I have seen these past few days. This is one tattoo I will never regret, have covered over or allow anyone else to come near it or any other part of my body with a needle!! I recommend Mina 100000 out of 10. Though Jim did not do my tattoo, he was there to give his professional advice and listen to my story. I loved watching Jim and Mina work together- Jim clearly respects his employees and values their relationships. Not much more you could ask for in a boss. We chatted after my tattoo was done, he expressed real concerns for my daughter and her health- interested in the disease and what Cadence did and still does endure for treatment. He sympathized in a way I know was for real. After explaining Cadences disease and the one organization out there for raising money for awareness, research and hopefully finding a cure, Jim was on board with helping the MA Chapter next fall on our fundraiser. He didn't hesitate telling me he would donate gift certificates and allow me to hang any flyers or letters promoting the fundraiser in his shop. I hope Mina and Jim know the impact they had on me, obviously my new amazing tattoo- but knowing that you can meet strangers these days that still care for others and are not in business only for themselves. So again, it was more then my pleasure to have met Jim and Mina , to have Mina use her talent to perfect my tattoo, and make me feel comfortable. Inkjam guarantees their work, encourages you to call or stop by with any questions and gave easy yet specific instructions on after care. I honestly left the shop feeling as if I had known them both for longer then the few hours I was there- which unfortunately is a rarity these days. Typically you feel like a number, but not here. Thank you Inkjam- I hope to send you as many referrals as possible and will be in touch around fundraiser time. Steph read more

I didn't end up getting a tattoo from these guys but I did have consults with both Jim and Lauren and they were incredibly respectful, friendly, down-to-earth,direct, and most importantly very helpful in the decisions I was making on a tattoo. Clearly they are very talented as well. I would highly recommend either of them! read more

I got my first tattoo here back in August, just a simple line design (the Deathly Hallows for all you HP nerds out there!) Came out great and Lauren made me feel very comfortable and totally understanding when I had her move the stencil 2 or 3 times. I contacted her again a couple months later for a bee and flower design in a victorian etching design. I sent her a few reference photos and the sketch she sent me was amazing. The actually tattoo was even more amazing. I went back a couple weeks ago to get it finished an another arm piece that she designed from scratch with only a sentence or two about what i was looking for. Not only is Lauren an amazingly talented tattoo artist (especially with tiny lines, single needle) she is is an EXCEPTIONAL fine artist. Her designs were so much more than I ever thought they would be. I'm an artist myself, but didn't want to design my own work. Lauren is incredible and very helpful with any changes you want to make. My tattoos, which are all very fine lines, are PERFECT after healing. No blown out lines or anything. Everyone who sees them can only comment on how beautiful it is in design and technique. I have already recommended 3 or 4 people to her who have gone and gotten just as beautifully detailed work. I will recommend EVERYONE to Lauren who wants gorgeous tattoos. Helps that Lauren is really funny and easy to talk to. My 2nd and 3rd sittings were both 5 hours, but didn't feel like it! The prices are extremely reasonable for the quality of work as well. I couldn't recommend Ink Jam Tattoo more. Though I only had work done from Lauren Dubee ( www.sleeperhollow.com ) Jim came in to say hi a few times and was very nice as well as the shop receptionist. Thanks Ink Jam! Can't wait to come back for more. You've made an addict out of me. read more

I found this place through Yelp and because of the ratings I decided to make an appointment. When I showed up at the place, there was no one at the front desk. I waited like 5 minutes until I finally decided to say "Hello" a lady responded back "Hello, you can come back here if you like" so I did. I told her I had an appointment for a consultation and she said (with an attitude) "I was not aware of it, if you want sit at the front till I'm done with this tattoo so that I can take care of you". I waited for about 10 minutes and left. Her name is Lauren Dubee. Talk about worst customer Services ever. They definitely lost a customer!! read more

When my old tattoo parlor went out of business I looked around the area to find a new place and came upon Inkjam by doing an online search..I decided to give him a try after seeing his website and some of his work..The first one he did for me came out so good, I have been back there for my last two and will use only Jim as long as possible..My last one was a coverup of a 20 yr old tattoo and nobody who has looked at the can even see a hint of the old one..The young lady who works out front for him (Amanda) also needs to be credited as she designed this cover up and although when I first saw it, it wasn't at all what I had in mind, her drawing was so spectacular, I had to go with it... Jim has a way about him that makes you feel so comfortable in the chair that the time I've sat there has flown by and I also like the feel of the whole shop...I now recommend Jim and Inkjam to all my friends who are thinking of getting ink. read more

Jim is incredibly intuitive and a huge talent -- perfect combo for the ink business. Highly recommended.

firstly, Jim is THE SHIT super talented, down to earth and funny as ever. I live in Philly and whenever I visit my family in Arlington I DEFINITELY see Jim. My tats are on POINT, Jim and his crew are ON POINT and because he is so talented and doesn't charge nearly enough for his tattooing I know you will want to tip him heavy. If I could give inkjam tATTOO 29 stars I would but alas, only 5 are allowed. go. see Jim - if you've never gotten a tattoo, he will put you right at ease, if you are already heavily tatted you will be bummed you didn't see him sooner. read more

I had my first tattoo ever done by Lauren yesterday. Her work is amazing and she was super informative and helpful through the process, even though I was really nervous at first! She walked me through every step (before and after) and my tattoo came out beautiful. I'll absolutely be going back for any future tattoos! read more

Great experience! I got a back piece done awhile back, Jim is super talented and boss when it comes to old school designs. It came out better than I had imagined. Everyone is friendly there and willing to answer any questions. Positive aura in the shop all around, I'm impressed....Oh and very fair priced! Cant go wrong read more

Jim and Mina are amazing! I went in for a arm piece that took around 3 hours by my self and Jim and Mina are the friendliest people I have met in a tattoo shop so far. They made me feel comfortable and welcomed and the tattoo that Jim did for me was beyond my expectations! I've been to two other places for my other pieces and this was by far the least painful, quickest and the best piece I have been too. I will definitely return again! read more

I got a pretty simple lettering tattoo from Jim and I loved the result. He was incredibly helpful when I walked in (it was my first tattoo) and answered all my questions. The appointment was super easy to set up and Jim did great work. The shop is clean and the overall experience was a great one. If I choose to get another tattoo at some point I'll definitely be getting it from Jim. read more