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Lucky Monkey Tattoo Parlour

4.0 (67 reviews)
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Closed 12:30 pm - 6:30 PM
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Julie M.

I finally decided to get my first tattoo and Dana was awesome from the start! Her detailed communication with me via emails was very much appreciated, especially with me being a bit nervous about getting my first one! She made my appointment with Andrew, who was also awesome! As soon as I got to the shop, I was impressed by how clean, friendly and professional it was. Andrew greeted me with a smile and worked with me to get the size just right and made sure I was happy with everything before he started. He was patient with me and my occasional squealing and got the job done quick! It's healing well and looks like it's going to look perfect! I absolutely love my tattoo and will definitely be back if I decide to get a second one! Thanks Dana and Andrew!

The symbol under his 1st name is for love and the one under last is peace. Love & peace was one of his favorite sayings. Legacy alive.
Ebenezer's Anni L.

I know this is one place you thought that EBS would never be, but some times you have to live on the wild side. I emailed them about coming in to talk about getting two tattoos. They got right back and I set up a time. When I got there, I found a very professional staff that help you figure out what you want and will make changes in design until you are happy. Carrie was the artist that told me she could do them now since they were smaller and not complex. If yours is, you have to make an appointment. So in less than an hour, I had my freckles shaped like a question mark and my tribute to EBS. I had to look up the Chinese symbols for love and peace to show them to make sure they were correct. My brother used to own a tattoo shop so I understand how they work to keep a clean shop. If I ever need another, I would gladly drive to have it done here.

Megan V.

This place went above and beyond the expectations I had for a tattoo shop. I scheduled my first tattoo with Carrie in the summer last year and sadly had to reschedule to today (2/3/18). She did a beautiful job! She is a fantastic artist, professional, and made sure I was physically comfortable (on the table and with her). The bunny picture posted is hers ... Two weeks before her I had Steve do a small design on my arm. He was also really fantastic. He copied the design my fiancé and I chose and fit us both in with a time constraint. He was not only fast but very intricate. The building is beautifully decorated with the artists each having their own space to work. The front desk staff and other artists are very professional, helpful, and friendly. The price of both tattoos were incredibly reasonable and non-expensive (for the work they do, the time they spend, and how friendly and professional they are, it's worth it)! I would definitely(and have) recommend Lucky Monkey to other people.

Kitty Detective by Carrie Metz-Caporusso
Elizabeth F.

I've been tattooed a couple of times here by Carrie. I've also sat with a friend who got tattooed by Tony and Carrie. All of those experiences were fabulous. Carrie always does an amazing job with whatever concept I give her and is incredibly welcoming and fun to chat with while I get tattooed. I've also found all of the other artists and folks working the front desk to be incredibly friendly and helpful whenever I've interacted with them. I also really appreciate the fundraisers they do for charity! It's a really pleasant environment and I can't see myself going anywhere else for tattoos in the future.

Eric K.

Though Brian Massey and I had a lengthy discussion about the usefulness of online reviews and whether or not they do an accurate job of reflecting reality, I still feel I should say this: This was my first tattoo, and I couldn't be happier. Brian was great to work with, the price was totally reasonable, and it came out better than I even hoped. So let's forget about the effectiveness of online reviews. We won't even call this a review. We'll just call this a five-star thanks.

Dragon tattoo Steve Flores
Cindy A.

Steve Flores did a great job on my daughters back tattoo. She was very pleased with the outcome. Took two visits to complete. Easy to communicate with and friendly. This pic is 3 days post shading.

Beth C.

I've been working with Carrie for a couple of years and have never had less than a perfect experience over several appointments: always *incredible* illustrations, great communication before and during, punctual and ready-to-go at each scheduled session, and, of course, friendly & FUN to hang out with for several hours while she works!! The staff and atmosphere are professional, always welcoming, and always clean clean clean. Prices are quoted up front - and remain consistent to the predetermined quotes - and are beyond reasonable. Carrie and Tony (and coworkers, I assume?!!) work hard to make tattooing accessible to all persons and this is really what sets LM apart: inclusivity. I feel comfortable referring friends here because I know they will be respected and welcomed regardless of skin texture/color/gender/identity/ability, etc. It's a relaxed and safe space and I personally just adore Carrie and her work. 100/100 stars obviously lol

Balloon behind my ear
Summer V.

I got this tattoo January 2019. I was a walk in and they set me up with a girl. Half way through my tattoo she told me she was the apprentice and this was her second tattoo she had done behind the ear. I was not informed by her or the man in front that she was the apprentice. A few months later, it was faded and muddy as you can see in the picture, with the blow out at the top. Not too mention she charged $100, when two other shops quoted me $80. Last month, I went back to get it fixed. I asked if her mentors would fix it for me, and the guy at the front told me the apprentice is the only one who would fix it for free. To be honest, I did not want her working on me again. I decided to go to my usual tattoo artist to fix it, who said she can fix the color but will have to make all the lines thicker to fix the blow out. A clean shop with good artists, just very disappointed with my tattoo and this situation. Now I walk around with this on my head. Pennywise would hate my balloon.

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Ask the Community - Lucky Monkey Tattoo Parlour

Does Lucky monkey do lip tattoos?

We do not - but our sister shop Lovely Monkey Tattoo & Piercing in beautiful Whitmore Lake, Michigan - just 15 minutes North of Ann Arbor does lip tattoos.

How much is a nostril piercing? I currently have one, but I would like to add one on the same size.

Hi Victoria - Lucky Monkey does not do piercings however, our beautiful sister shop in Whitmore Lake - just 15 minutes North of Ann Arbor - Lovely Monkey Tattoo & Piercing does. Nostril piercings at Lovely Monkey are $40. You can check out all of… Read more

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I recommend seeing Brian Massey - excellent artist and does a great job of customizing ideas into a unique tattoo.

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I'm a "frequent flyer" of Brite Idea Tattoo, so keep in mind I might be biased a bit heavily in the…read morepositive direction. The studio itself is very modern and professional, with wooden floors, comfortable seating and ample space. The walls are adorned with pieces of art by Zera Anderson (who owns the joint and tattoos). Also, it is a small business owned by a local resident of the community. Over the summer, Jodi (who owned Ink For Life, formerly down the strip) is in town doing work, which long-standing customers are happy to take advantage of, but the majority of the year Zera herself is the only acting artist. This means two things necessarily - first, there is generally a wait time between when you come in to make an appointment and when your appointment actually is; second, Zera is talented enough to warrant being the only artist working out of the studio. Of the six tattoos I have, she has done five and they are each elaborate, unique and incredible. On many occasions I have been asked to pass on "regards to my artist" on behalf of random bystanders who saw them and were impressed. If you want quality ink done, Brite Idea Tattoo is definitely worth checking out. If you don't live nearby, it would still be worthwhile to travel out to visit. I have no doubt that I will have many future inking adventures here.

I can't believe I have not reviewed this place before! This is the gold standard of tattoo shops…read morehere in Michigan for sure. Woman owned and doing incredible work, the artists here (Zera who owns it, along with Janet and Sarah) are absolutely phenomenal and do brilliant work. Their custom pieces are miles beyond anything you could have imagined, and their beautifully created flash pieces are stunning as well. Great for first timers and those covered in ink alike, I cannot recommend this place enough. I usually see Sarah, and she is particularly good with those who are brand new and/or those who have chronic pain (like me!) and may need accommodations, extra breaks, etc.

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