This was my favorite tattoo experience ever! For my sixth tattoo, I wanted a type of algae, but with amazing color, and most of the artists I found did black and grey algae. I expanded my search to the Bay Area (I live in Monterey), and found Micah, and am so so so glad I did. From the beginning, Micah makes you feel comfortable, and is transparent with how they work, what they charge and it makes for a great collaborative experience. They have a cute, comfy studio, and really take the time to listen to you, figure out what's important, and make an amazing piece of permanent art. After 2 separate 2.5 hour sessions, I came out with an amazing bull kelp tattoo, with coloration that was both true to life, and out of this world. I cried after I saw the finished piece, and cried again when I removed the bandage that night. It's an amazing piece of art, and Micah is both an amazing artist and human being. It was worth every hour of traffic, and every dollar I spent, and I'm already brainstorming for the next one. read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Micah is a nuanced and dynamic artist. They work collaboratively and intuitively with clients. Their rigorous care is overt from the moment they start working with you. If you're serious about and open to carrying Micah's art, and embracing it as your own, get in contact with this amazing human! Their styles and skills are diverse - I'm fortunate to have natural content with beautiful colors shaped across my body by micah. Others have intricate lace, abstract pieces, and so much more. As a queer and trauma'd human and body, I have felt honored by Micah's contact and thoughtfulness. Micah's conversational style and dynamic listening has helped me move through pain, while they also reduce the physical pain proactively. read more

This is a review that is long overdue. Last year, I decided to make the jump and get my very first tattoo, a cypress tree. I won't bore you with the details of its significance, but it holds deep meaning to me, and I wanted to make absolutely sure it was done right. In November, I reached out to Micah after seeing her work on a coworker of my mother; her clean lines and attention to detail really stood out to me. Micah informed me that her schedule would be jam-packed for the next several weeks, and that she would get back to me when possible. Excited by the possible opportunity to work with her, I was probably a little too persistent in contacting her in the weeks that followed (sorry about that!), but eventually she was gracious enough to squeeze me in on a Wednesday night in January. What struck me the most about my experience was Micah's professionalism -- the whole process was incredibly efficient and smooth. Since my tattoo was smaller than most, we did not have a typical consultation day beforehand; she sat me down and asked me directly what I wanted, made a sketch, and drew it on my arm with marker after I was satisfied with her adjustments. The whole process (including the actual tattooing) was finished in less than an hour. The result: a stunning, intricate four-inch cypress tree on my inner right forearm that I will treasure for the rest of my life. I am so grateful to Micah for her willingness to accommodate me and the care that she puts into her craft. If you are planning on getting a tattoo, please pay her a visit! You will not be sorry. read more

Ink Medicine - The finished product... absolutely beautiful. - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Micah is one of the most amazing tattoo artists I've ever seen. I looked for an artist in the Bay Area for about a year before getting a recommendation from a friend to see Micah. Working with them was very clear and expectations on both sides of the work were very well communicated. I gave Micah an idea for what I wanted, and was struggling to be very specific with them. It didn't take me very long to realize I was in great hands and that I needed to trust the artist and their process. I am BEYOND grateful to Micah for teaching me this, as it's part of the reason for each of my tattoos. Micah's process is exactly what I needed and their artwork is amazing. They listened closely and provided their expert opinion through every step of the way. Micah is also very light-handed and extremely thorough. Their line work, dotting, shading, and attention to detail are special. The tattoo is more beautiful than I could've ever imagined. read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Micah is incredibly talented and an all around blessing of a human. My tattoo session with them felt like part high art ouvre and part therapy session and I cannot recommend them enough. I get so many compliments on my tattoo and want everybody to have this experience. If I could give 6 stars, I'd want to give 7. read more

I went to Micah after years of pondering a tattoo idea with only a general concept. It took me a long time because I couldn't commit without feeling confident that my tattoo artist would be able to understand my vision, but as soon as I discovered Micah, I knew she was the right artist for the work I was looking for. She took my thoughts and bits of inspiration and turned them into an incredible, one of a kind piece of art. Even though I couldn't visualize exactly what I wanted, as soon as I saw the outline, I went "Oh! Yes! That's it!". The consultation and discussion around design was easy and quick for me, and when I met with her for my first session, it was clear that she had spent a lot of time in between on all the preparations. As for the experience of getting the tattoo, it was, dare I say...enjoyable? Yes, there were points when it was intense, but the pain was manageable, and Micah made me feel so at ease that I could relax through it. We would chat, we would not, we would listen to music...and the time zipped by. I don't have a lot to compare this experience to (this is just my second tattoo) but I was very surprised at how quickly Micah completed the work, without ever compromising the quality. It's really clear that she takes great pride in her work and wants her clients to leave in love with their new tattoo. I certainly did! Go to her with a concept and let her genius go to town. You won't be disappointed! read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Micah terrible artist. She is disrespectful to those who are grieving. She went on to calling family member names and calling us toxic people for telling her she could be more respectful about the tattoos we were looking to get. Didn't ask what size or detail. Just shot us down and said she doesn't do "tiny tattoos" read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Micah was recommended to me by a friend, and after viewing her work, I decided that she was the one. Logistics/Appointments: I submitted a request on her website (early Feb), got an automated response, and two weeks later (late Feb) got a personal response to set up my initial consultation. My consultation was one month after I submitted the request (early March). So a pretty quick turn around from. At our consultation we talked about what I wanted, how she does design work, her appointment policy, and pricing/deposits. I paid a deposit that would go toward my final tattoo session. We pulled out both of our calendars and booked appointments for my first three sessions. We would start in late April. So a relatively quick turn around time (3 months) from contacting Micah to my first session. My piece took five 2-hour sessions, completed in five months. Total cost was exactly what I budgeted for based on our initial consultation, so no surprises. The Design: I went to Micah with a concept, but no strict design or layout. She took it and ran with it, even did a lot of her own research to make sure it was regionally accurate (it was a nature piece). Micah did not have an exact design for me to look at in the beginning, but I knew to expect this. She free-hands a lot of her work. She was transparent about her inspiration and ideas, and was very clear about the basic design from a high level: the size, location of the elements. The stencils were always super basic, if she used a stencil at all. The details and linework were mostly free handed. She printed out photographs (that I had sent to her) and had them in front of her for inspiration as she inked me. Be ready to put your complete trust in her. It was an honor to present my body as a canvas for someone's original artwork. She was true to the theme that I wanted, and incorporated all of my visions into her design. The results were a better depiction of what I wanted than ANY of the illustrations I tried to to find as examples. I am beyond pleased. The Experience: 5/5, A+ 100. I am shy with new people. I also have my own way of experiencing getting tattooed. Micah was easy to be around and never made me feel awkward for spending my first three sessions in complete silence with a towel over my head. It was therapeutic and amazing. By the last two sessions I had started opening up and we chatted the whole time about all sorts of things. This was also therapeutic. :) She is a joy to be around and talk to. I felt at ease every time I sat on her table. Summary: If you want a standard tattoo that you can pick from a binder, Micah is probably not who you're looking for. If you want something beautiful and 100% original, done in a unique style, and tailored to you, you want Micah! I definitely want more work from her in the future. read more

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Micah does amazing work! My first tattoo with them was a 3 session giant thigh piece, a combo of stencil and freehand work. Their linework is , super clean and precise, and their freehand color is out of this world. They were also super supportive when after my second session I had a low bloodsugat moment and freaked out a bit (spoiler alert, one snack and some electrolytes later, I was fine). My tattoo ended up absolutely gorgeous thanks to their skill, and deep experience in making a tattoo suit the body it is on. read more

MIcah is an incredible artist. I love her skill and talent and recommend her highly. She is wonderful to work with on a piece from design through final color choices. There are few artist I trust to freely design. Her skill has gotten so much more robust over the years I have been working with her. Being a butch woman I found an artist who understands me and is incredibly proud to be in the same community as I am on many levels. Thank you for being welcoming to all. Please see Micah for your next tattoo needs. Her work speaks volumes but her compassion and support speak louder. read more

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Micah has added beautiful art to my body which I cherish. They listened and asked questions when we first discussed what I wanted; they offered suggestions, and we have worked together on size and placement as we fill the canvas that is my body. read more

So I feel absolutely horrible because I thought I reviewed Micah on Yelp last year, but I apparently haven't yet! Micah is THE BEST! Hands down, THE BEST. I contacted her as I was going through a rough patch in life. She was so patient and sweet with working with my on a very meaningful tattoo. At first, I was a little apprehensive about going alone to see her in her studio, but I also wanted to keep the meaning of my tattoo just between us two. She made me feel SO comfortable and happy. I hadn't smiled the way i did with her for a while. We were listening to Beyonce and bonding over workouts. She even let me talk to her about this new guy I was seeing! (If she were my sister, she would be the best big sis ever!) She created such a gorgeous piece for me with such delicate yet straight lines, and even a year later, I'm still getting compliments on it! Unlike other artists that I have worked with in the Bay, she's very easy to reach and very responsive. That customer services is GREATLY appreciated. My plan is to get more work done by her after I graduate from my Masters program... that is, if she'll still see me after my super late review! read more

Micah is truly an artist. The piece on my shoulder/upper back is beautiful, unique, and something I will always cherish. I get compliments on it all the time, and have even had people tell me that they had never considered getting a tattoo until they saw mine. I thought long and hard about what I wanted and searched for YEARS to find the right tattooist. Micah is a great collaborator, incorporating what you are thinking with incredible vision. Working with the lines of your body, Micah makes sure not only the design looks excellent but that the placement is right. It's not just tracing over some picture and replicating it on your skin - Micah can draw! And during the actual tattooing process, Micah added freeform flourishes, which I think really speaks to confident, quality artistry. As an exceptional artist with a high level of integrity, I trusted Micah's vision completely and felt honored to be the canvas. I approached Micah with a piece I found after endless searching online. It had a sort of Victorian filigree look to it with a holster-like shape on the upper back/shoulder area. Micah added style to the piece, so it kept that filigree look with a bit more organic, viney touches that I really liked (one suggestion I went with was having one of the vines creep over my shoulder so it can be seen from the front - I love this because when I see it in the mirror, it reminds me of the beauty on my back & is this nice little tease). I also asked to incorporate some Art Deco lotuses I gave examples of, and Micah integrated those into the piece seamlessly. Mind you, the piece definitely got bigger than my initial conception, yet what Micah drew up was so amazing, I decided to go just go with it, as I knew I was in good hands. Micah worked on the piece over the course of a year, with appointments every few months (an in-demand tattooist!). Towards the end, Micah introduced the notion of color. From the portfolio, I knew we could get very innovative with color, using eclectic shades that really popped. Yet I had reservations about going the color route, thinking that a black ink piece would be more classic. In the end, I'm so glad I decided to go with a few bursts of color: sea green (like the copper on the statue of liberty), turquoise, and - perhaps most unusual of all - rich medium brown (I've been asked if the piece is henna). It's been a few years now (we got started on the piece at Black & Blue, finished it at Mermaids), and people often assume it is still a very new piece, the colors have stayed true. I probably won't get any more tattoos, though Micah placed mine in such a way that I could totally expand it down my back if I wanted to - who knows? I think Micah's black lace pieces are the best lace tattoos out there. And there have been other pieces I've seen in the portfolio (but not currently posted on the site), sort of bird-like and sea creature stuff, that have made me want to get completely covered in Micah art! I would recommend Micah to anyone who is looking for an exceptional experience with a great artist of the highest aesthetics. I felt very connected to Micah during the tattooing experience, a safe and warm energy exchange that produced an outcome I couldn't have asked to be better. Good luck! read more

Ink Medicine - Work-in-progress pic. More color was added in the final result (like on the 2 unfilled lotuses). - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Micah is simply the best tattoo artist I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Not only are they warm, kind, and caring, but they have a brilliantly creative mind. I literally squealed with joy when I saw the sketch of my tattoo that Micah designed!They made me feel instantly comfortable in their presence. During the session, Micah was extremely easy to speak with. They took special care to make sure the placement of my tattoo was perfectly on point. They have a lovely, calming voice with a smooth cadence. They work quickly and efficiently. My session lasted about four hours and I was relaxed the entire time. I walked in with an average thigh, but I left with a stunning Micah Riot masterpiece on said thigh. I would, and have recommended Micah to anyone wanting to get an amazing piece of art on their body. Ink Medicine is a friendly environment with a sweetheart of a soul putting gorgeous art on all the people! read more

I have lived for almost 10 years in the bay which means I had my own share of connecting with wonderful artists and mindful businesses. Micah Riot is by far, and I mean it in every sense of the word, the kindest, most thoughtful, justice-centered and empowering artist I have ever met. I reached out to Micah mid-April and I finally got my tattoo mid-August. I was determined to only work with them after doing an extensive research. And every minute of the wait was worth it. The process of getting this tattoo was so impactful for me considering that this is my very first and I come from a culture and a space where that's frowned upon. Micah held space for me in a casual and organic way that truly made me feel so seen and so affirmed. Their curiosity, questions and openness made the 2.5 hours pass in a blink of an eye. I also appreciated that they were 'real' with me about what we can and what we can't do and still gracefully delivered what I can only describe as a 'gift.' I highly recommend Micah for folks who are willing to trust the process and their vision as an artist. I came in initially sitting in a somehow rigid position in terms of what I want but this whole experience opened me in ways I am not sure any other experience could have. As I am transitioning out of the Bay, Micah will be one of my highlights when looking back at a decade spent in this magical place. Beyond grateful to have come across this incredible human. read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo - armband. - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Micah was great! First time tattoo and I really wasn't sure what to expect. Micah was welcoming and made me feel completely at ease (she was also quick to respond and schedule which was so appreciated). I'm so stoked on the artwork she did for me - I knew I wanted a thresher shark but was open to where and how big, etc. She took the image I sent and created exactly what I envisioned; she gave me options for where I should get it and talked through what would look best. She's a wonderful artist and you should definitely go to her! read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

I went to Micah to get my first tattoo and was very happy with the experience. I didn't know what to expect at first, but she explained everything well during our consultation and answered all my questions. I appreciated brainstorming with Micah and finalizing several pieces that are significant to my life and Ukrainian heritage. She has a good artistic eye (naturally) and so she help being form to a rough idea that I had in my head. The actual tattooing was quite relaxing and I enjoyed talking about life with Micah. Otherwise, it goes without saying that she's extremely talented; most notably, she's experienced with my different art styles (unlike many other artists who hone in on one art style). Hence, she can do it all. 10/10. Would recommend. read more

I've followed Micah from Black and Blue, to Mermaids Tattoo, and now to her private studio, and we've become great friends over the years. I am basically a walking canvas of her art! She's been tattooing me for 7+ years. Micah is truly an artist. She will work with you on your piece to make it unique and interesting, and she's honest about what transfers well from idea/drawing to body art, and what doesn't. She's done a large side-body piece (beautiful free-handed flowers and swirls), a full sleeve, a forearm tattoo, a small black heart on my ring finger, and writing on my ribs. She's a wonderful guide through the tattooing process. Very warm and supportive, but also straight forward. She is also not as heavy-handed as some other artists are. She clearly loves tattooing, continues to push herself to improve in her art and skill, and gets excited about the pieces she is working on. She can also go with the flow and make last-minute changes to design ideas. Micah's private tattooing studio is super cute and inviting. She's decorated it to perfectly match her - calming, spiritual, and meaningful. The building is also filled with other artists and small businesses and is a beautiful space. Highly recommended! read more

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I drove two hours and paid $50 for a 12 minute conversation with what felt like a cranky teenager. She was late, she was distracted, and she was irritable. I spent more effort accommodating her needs than the other way around. No thanks. In regard to the below response, I disagree and believe we had very different experiences of this meeting. That's ok. read more

Micah is a great artist and a good friend. She completed one tattoo on my right side, 4 large red roses, and we are currently working on a forest on my left forearm. I always enjoy going to see her, even when it hurts, and I really appreciate the detail and creativity she adds to my ideas. read more

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I found Micah through yelp, and after looking over her website, knew she was the right artist for the work I was looking for. The piece she designed is beautiful, above and beyond what I could have imagined, and I get compliments on it all the time. She was also very straightforward about her process, so I knew exactly what to expect along the way. Overall couldn't be more pleased! My only complaint is the money I find myself spending on expanding my low-back/backless wardrobe so I can show it off more often :-) I look forward to hopefully getting more work done with Micah in the future. read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Micah is amazing. I went to her with an incredibly vague description of what I wanted -- rainbows and flowers on acid, with all the colors please! -- and she designed a beautiful sleeve for me, iteratively, over nearly a year. I am not an artistic person. It took me a long time to decide to get tattooed and I was very unsure of what I even wanted it to look like. Micah asked a lot of questions about what i liked and didn't like, offered up a lot of designs and placements for me to try out, and listened super carefully to everything I was saying about what I loved and didn't love. She intuited a lot more than I was actually able to articulate. In the end she created something that is both completely, totally 100% me, and also so far beyond anything I could have specified myself. I have always been self conscious of my upper arms, and now I want to show them off all the time. I get so many compliments on the intricacy of the mandala designs and the beautiful, vibrant use of colors and the way it all sweeps together in a glorious explosion of cosmic pixie dust. All credit to Micah. I just sat there and let her work her magic. And if you're gonna spend 3 hours a month with someone every month for a year, she's pretty much just a stellar human to be around. read more

Micah is absolutely the BEST! This is a delayed review- I meant to do this much earlier but today I got multiple compliments on the work of art Micah had done on my back about 1.5 years ago and this reminded me to post!! read more

My tattoo, a hugely meaningful one that's been a long time coming, looks just as wonderful as I imagined it would. I went to Micah because of her skill with watercolor and the creativity she showed in her work, and I was absolutely not disappointed. She's a very cool person and wonderful to talk to, and really prioritizes communication and making you feel comfortable. I'm autistic and often have "bad sensory days" where it's harder for me to take extended sensory input, and she was very accommodating letting me take breaks and have shorter sessions. I was driving up from the South Bay for all of my sessions, and all said and done it took around 8 months. It was expensive, but this kind of tattoo is something worth budgeting for. You make it work because great tattoos are worth that investment, and I'm going to be loving this tattoo for the rest of my life. We talked about what it meant to me and she explained why certain colors would work better than others. She knows her stuff and is good at what she does. If you like her style, you really can't go wrong with Micah. Absolutely would (and probably will) come back to her again for another tattoo. read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Micah is amazing!!!! It took me 20years to finally have the guts to get a tattoo. When speaking with Micah, she made me feel comfortable and pretty much took away any anxiety I had about making this decision. Micah listened to what I wanted and created an unbelievable, amazing design that captured everything I wanted in my tattoo. The end result - I'm ecstatic! I love love love my tattoo and I couldn't be more happier. Thank you Micah read more

I would give Micah ten stars if I could! I've wanted to get another tattoo for about 4 years, but have been *very* picky about finding the right artist. I got in touch with Micah a few months ago because of a recommendation from another artist who was no longer tattooing. And wow, am I ever glad I found her! Micah is an extraordinary artist. She has an incredible eye for detail, and works with your body shape to ensure that your tattoo is right for you. She worked with me to come up with a gorgeous hummingbird tattoo for my shoulder, something I'd wanted for a long time, but didn't want to get it until I knew it would be "right". Micah put me at ease during our first meeting, and I knew that I would be in good hands, both because of her beautiful portfolio, and how awesome she is as a person. We talked about the design and how we could integrate it into a larger piece that I'll be getting later, and set up an appointment. On the day of my appointment, Micah was warm and welcoming, and made me feel incredibly comfortable. The finished piece is absolutely gorgeous. I get compliments on it all the time, and everyone wants to know who my artist is! I can't wait to work with Micah on my next tattoo! :) read more

Wow- Micah is an all around amazing artist, tattoo artist, and human being! I first met Micah in 2009 when she designed and completed a beautiful half sleeve for me based on a piece of embroidered fabric from South America. The colors in the sleeve are SO vibrant and 5 years later I still get stopped and asked about my tattoo all the time. Since then Micah has done two more large pieces on me and each time they have turned out exactly the way I didn't know I wanted them. I say that because one of my favorite parts of working with Micah is her honesty and commitment to making sure your tattoo looks as good as possible on your body. That means Micah will give you honest feedback about placement and size and help you work out a placement that works WITH your body. Having had several tattoos done before seeing Micah, some of them placed in ways that don't complement my body or the art, I now understand how placement and composition can make a tattoo go from good to amazing. Micah is also a brilliant artist and has always been able to translate my sometimes vague ideas (ok so one of them may have been based on a half remembered dream) into a piece of art that captures the essence of the image as well as representing my personality. Details are important to Micah and she will check in with you about them to be sure the tattoo is everything you want it to be. You'll be surprised of how many small details make up a piece that you may have never thought about but quickly become your favorite part of a tattoo. Getting tattooed with Micah is fun, comfortable, and an all around pleasant experience. Micah is sensitive to your needs and pain threshold and also a joy to chat with. Watch out- you may start getting tattooed just to hang out with Micah! I also want to mention that since meeting Micah I have recommended her to several friends (and my sister) and she is now their tattoo artist as well. In fact, many of my friends have never met Micah but know her through my tattoos! She's become a household name! read more

Ink Medicine - Hot Air Balloon by Micah Riot - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Micah is a talented artist, and I would highly recommend her for pieces that don't require co-creating the design with you. This review is specifically about Micah's style of collaboration. In our interactions, Micah was surprisingly opinionated/blunt about what I wanted. Sometimes, it felt like it mattered more to her what she wanted to draw than what I wanted to have on my skin the rest of my life. In the end, she did not incorporate elements that I specifically asked for and for which I provided reference images. I did not feel like she was focused on what I wanted to have on my body. The design wasn't what I asked for, the interaction was uncomfortable, and in the end I decided not to get the tattoo. After months of waiting for the appointment, it was a (rather expensive) letdown. read more

OK. So when I went to Micah, I was super excited because I had seen her work online and her watercolor tattoos looked gorgeous. I made my appointment with her and went for my consultation. So many weeks later, I went to my first appointment to get my rib piece started, mainly focusing on the outline. When I came that day, she then told me that she hadn't finished the piece, which was understandable because it was a large piece and she was the one drawing and creating it for me. However, I would have appreciated to have been contacted about this at least two days before or even the night before so that way I wouldn't have had to paid for a $20 day pass on CalTrain, only to be disappointed to not start the tattoo that I had come in for that day. Instead, she was nice to quickly draw my other tattoo that I had been planning for a while and gave me that tattoo (Daisies and a Sunflower). I also felt that pricing was very unclear before we started as was payment, but that's also my fault because I probably didn't ask enough questions as to how long and how much it would be. After a while, I honestly stopped going because I felt that my tattoo was taking too long and I got super busy with work & school. Don't get my wrong, I LOVE my tattoos, but I just wish there had been a bit more communication. Micah charges per the hour- $200/ hour read more

Ink Medicine - Sunflower and daisy watercolor tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

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If you are like me when it comes to tattoo(s); finding the best artist comes first. Micah is truly top of the class when it comes to detail, precision, straight line work, shading, symmetry, and use of colors are superior artistry. Been working on a half sleeve for a couple of months now and every session we had so far has been amazing. Micah is building a following for her watercolor pieces but her penmanship with the needle is what classify her as one of the best tattoo artist in the field. Definitely a fan! As you can see all the other reviews are glowing with positive recommendations. You are in good hands if you decide to choose this unique artist with an amazing talent. read more

Get a tattoo from Micah. Go in with an idea but then let her do her magic. She is such an amazing artist and a calming presence during the entire process. I just finished one piece with her and I'm already planning my next two. read more

I searched for a long time before finding Micah. Aside from her art being exceptional her personality is as well. That was very important to me, I wanted to find someone that I could get along well with. This was a cover up tattoo, I had a style in mind and she went with it. Creating something beautiful for me! I love this tattoo and can't wait for it to be in my wedding photos next year. I will be back for more!! read more

Ink Medicine - Tattoo Near Me - San Leandro, California

Such a great tattoo artist! Got a beautiful "watercolor" piece by her. It's healed and it's perfect. She's easy to communicate with, a kind and responsible person. Awesome experience from the start till the last session. So if you need an a tattooer in San Francisco, go to her:) Looking forward to getting more tattoos by her:) read more

Went to Micah for a special (and large!) piece on my hip and side waist. It was my first tattoo, and in a painful place so I wanted someone to be super kind. After our skype consultation, I committed because I knew Micah would be perfect. She's a great artist and a sweet human and I felt super safe with her. I knew what I wanted but she drew it freehand and told me she would make sure it was in the best place to compliment my curves. She was empathetic and affirming (body positive!) and did beautiful, skillful work with fine lines, bold colors, and unique technique. I like that she takes her time (3 sessions in all), and is thoughtful about placement and healing between sessions. She was right- it fits perfectly on my curves and I'm very happy with the result. read more

I'm the owner of a little more than 20 tattoos which I've received from six different tattoo artists. My experiences with Micah have been, by far, my favorite and most fulfilling. During every consultation I've had with Micah, I've immediately felt that I was being cared about along with my tattoo idea. The corresponding tattoos have been exactly what I've wanted in every case. Micah cares enough to be honest with you. If you have the willingness to consult with someone who truly cares about their art, you'll end up with a spectacular tattoo and a great memory to boot. read more

micah is a great artist & tattooist. san francisco is lucky to have her! i always feel uplifted after a session with her --- she's professional, talented, openminded, honest, openhearted. every time i see her new work posted online i'm anxious to get more work done. she's versatile too. i'm getting mostly black work done, some big filled-in pieces with some geometric line work, and it all looks great. i see a lot of her work involves lots of color and watercolor-like imagery. for someone so young she has a really developed style. she's currently working on a big piece for me in some of the most tender areas & i always feel safe, comforted & happy to be stabbed by her :) i am super grateful to have found such an awesome friend & a tattoo artist i trust. read more

Micah is an amazingly talented tattoo artist. I got my first tattoo from her about a year ago and knew I'd be back - I just finished my second piece (a large back tattoo that I am so incredibly happy with!) and now already have an appointment scheduled to start on my third! In addition to being professional and skillful with fine lines - Micah is incredibly artistic. I absolutely love the details she added to my back tattoo - it turned out better than I ever imagined. Thank you Micah - can't wait for the next one :)! read more

A friend of mine recommended Micah to me a couple years ago, back when I still wasn't sure about getting more tattoos because I didn't think I could explain my weird ideas to someone and trust them to design something I'd be proud to wear on my skin. Micah listened to all my ideas and made my disjointed ink dreams a reality. She has now done two tattoos for me (one big, one small), and I know I will go back to her again when I figure out what I want next. She is a wonderfully gifted artist, and has a great eye for the big picture - how a tattoo fits a person's body shape and individual style. read more

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Micah is an amazing and talented tattoo artist. I came in with an idea of what I wanted, no images or pictures, and Micah worked diligently with me to create a design based on the idea. The tattoo is unique and came out beautifully. Micah's line and color work is outstanding and I would put her in the high-end tattoo artist category. She is also very personable, friendly, and a true artist! Planning my next tattoo with her, as well read more

Micah just finished my half-sleeve and I'm in love. The whole experience (all of it) was nourishment for my soul. First, the artwork is absolutely beautiful and I cherish it (the main goal of new ink, right?) but more importantly she makes sure her clients are perfectly comfortable during her sessions. As you can imagine, a half-sleeve takes a few sessions to complete and mine was certainly no exception due to the shear complexity of the design and her attention to detail. Well, I don't know about you cats, but my emotional state (frustrations, happiness, life-work challenges, relationship crap, etc) all ebb and flow and no matter where I 'was', Micah met me with open arms. After our last session, I wept as I walked home (totally gay, right?). It's true. read more