I decided to get my first Tattoo in rememberance of my Son that passed away. I wasnt sure what I…read morewanted but with the help and guidance of the Owner/Ronnie we discussed and came to a decision. The shop was ultra modern and imaculate. His staff were all so welcoming and talanted. I live in Miami and have received so many compliments and people asking for his information. You will have a great experience at MERK INK TATTOO STUDIO. Thank You Ronnie

We traveled to Salem for our 11th wedding anniversary + my 40th birthday that is at the end of this…read moremonth. I knew that I wanted to get a tattoo to commemorate the trip. I went to 3 different tattoo shops to get an idea and a feel for their place before I decided on Merk Ink Tattoo Studio. I liked the vibe and feel of Merk Ink and I thought the woman at the front desk was very friendly and personable. It had been almost 21 years since my last tattoo so I was a bit nervous at first. She introduced me to Ireland who was very professional and made the entire session smooth and comfortable from start to finish. I decided on a small pumpkin with no color just above my wrist. The whole session took maybe an hour or so and I was obsessed with the tattoo once he was done - it was exactly what I wanted. It has been a week now and I can still say that I love my tattoo as it is healing and I am so happy that I chose Merk Ink! I will definitely be back to see Ireland the next time I visit Salem! Check them out for great work - I highly recommend!

We stopped into The Black Veil Studio while walking around and window shopping…read more The vibe inside of The Black Veil Studio encompassed Salem and all of it's witchiness. The interior was so beautiful and scary, but in a classy way. There were unique book editions and artwork everywhere. I took home an Ozzy Osbourne post card that fit perfectly on my refrigerator. I actually didn't realize that they are also a tattoo studio - that would have been cool to check out, but I was so distracted and intrigued with the front of the store that I never even noticed. Staff were very friendly and approachable! I highly suggest checking out The Black Veil Studio whether it is for a tattoo or to check out their awesome items for sale.

The service was great, she was friendly and informative about merchandise. I love the vibe of the…read moreplace no dark stops in this place, good vibes. Another shop to add to growing stop/shop list.

Great job on my tattoos the peoole are very nice and helpful had a great time and went home with…read moresome amazing tattos

I really like how I was treated very friendly. "Mike" (I'm sorry not to have remembered his name)…read moreas it's been like 2 or 3+ years since I was at Boston St Tattoo. I showed him a drawing only. He said it was good enough! Mike liked it and did it free-hand from a little picture. I couldn't be happier! I can see it on my left arm. It was like an answer about "Who I was, really? What better defined me?" This defined a moment, when I see it thru out the days! Anyways, my newest tattoo is exactly how I'd seen it there so many times before. Mike was def a pro, who knew how to color and do the word "Light" as if it really shone! People, who are curios, like myself, ask to see it! Thanks!! And to Mike, or Matt. (I can't remember names anymore).

This is my receipt from my down payment OVER A YEAR AGO with Chris spuggs. I've sent Chris email…read moreafter email, phone call after phone call, and the effort has still not been reciprocated to provide me with what I've paid for. Despite my numerous attempts to contact Chris, he only responded a few times, always with excuses as to why he hadn't gotten around to the tattoo id requested. Most of the time I got no response at all. Chris got me excited for this tattoo, collected my down payment, and then forgot about me. This artist, along with the studio, are not worth trusting, don't believe a word they say. Very shady.

They should LISTEN TO WHAT the customer WANTS AND not CHANGE THE PIC (BROUGHT TO THEM WITH 2…read moreCONSULATIONS) and I was told by the person doing the tatoo that " they tried to rein their artistic preference and they wanted to "honor" my late family member. Yeah right. No such thing happened. The design was changed in multiple area's. All the color was changed. When I was told by them that they had to "rein in their interpretation of 'my original drawing' was a clue that I should have heeded and left. A huge red flag that I missed. So disgusted with my tattoo. . He ruined my design and it was all because 'he thought he could do it better' !!! Well that is not what I came there for... It was MY TATTOO NOT THEIRS!!! I paid $400.for my design that they altered !!!!! Utterly bitter and such a cold person to just DO WHATEVER THEY WANT. Again, my tattoo-not theirs. After it was done (5 hours later) i saw it and then a white bandage on it for two weeks and when I compared my late family member's artwork ((which is what he was given)) I was livid..Ruined the honor I was giving to my family.

Side note. I have been back to Carlos at visible ink since. I have also brought friends to him!…read moreHis work is downright amazing. I literally get a compliment on my tattoo EVERY day. I send everyone who asks right to Carlos. I can't wait for more ink! I also got a largeeeee size back piece done by Scott and I am sooooo in love with it. I've had 4 tattoos done there and can't wait to go back for my next one.

Before and after. The needle was really thick and everything blended in pretty quickly. I know it…read morewas a simple tattoo but it was done in two minutes and the process and discussion was really rushed. First tattoo experience was not what I hoped. Unfortunately it was a matching tattoo with a friend, two mistakes in 5 minutes. I think his name was Matt?

So i brought my son into hood ink tattoo zoo for his very first tattoo experience as soon as we…read morewalked in we had been greeted by TOMO THE ASIAN KID!! that works there he was very unprofessional and unhelpful Did not have a portfolio which 95% of tattoo shops do we booked our appt a few weeks out and he requested a $100 deposit. My son called him 2 weeks in advance because he had changed his mind about what he wanted for a tattoo but asked if he changes his mind on getting the tattoo can he have his deposit back and TOMO SAID NO!!!! He didn't tell us that we couldn't receive the deposit back 2 weeks prior to the visit so in other words he took advantage of my son!! Which he is entitled to getting his money back 2 weeks in advance this kid is very unprofessional rude and just down right a scam artist not a tattoo artist!!! I would not recommend him to anybody!!!!!

Great dudes, fair prices and most importantly: best ink art in the city. Highly recommend!read more

Josh sucks at tattoos I wouldn't let him tattoo me for free. Free…read moreoooooooooòòooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooTattoo came out like shit and is peeling now i gotta get it fixed elsewhere

I came in for the Friday the 13th special, not knowing what the designs would be. My artist was…read moreJimmy, and I chose a design for my inner arm. The guy at the front desk helped me align it and said it would fit well. I picked a woman's face framed by a rose. I wish they would have let me know that it was a poor placement before putting the stencil on. The first part went fine, but shortly after doing part of the initial outline he told me that it would hurt a lot more when he began the inside of my arm. I tried to get through it, but eventually we decided to ditch the rose and just keep the face. Even though I got half the tattoo, I paid the full price. It looks great (and his lines are incredible) but I only got half of what I paid for. If I been advised about the placement, I probably would have chosen a different spot. Overall, the art is great and the staff are accommodating, but you might not get the best advice and end up leaving with half a tattoo.

I took my daughter to Expensive Pain Hood Ink Zoo. Previously, I spoke with Jeffrey Brito, the…read moreowner on the phone, and his only concern was to make sure my daughter and I were happy. As I was talking to him on the phone, I thought he seemed like a decent guy. I went online and searched it up as anyone should do if they are paying for a service restaurant, hotel, or something thats getting put your body. You're not being a stan your being proactive. What I saw was impressive. Not only his work, that was bussin, but how he gives back to the community. When we got to the shop, I was even more impressed. Cleanest tattoo shop I have ever seen, and everyone was super friendly. We started to work on the tattoo, and then I was convinced he was dope and the shop vibe was dope. Professional, talented, and so chill. He took time to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. The free hand drawing, along with the speed and accuracy of the tattoo, were fire. He has huge hands with a light touch. After he was finished, the area was hardly even red. I would highly recommend Jeffrey Brito and Expensive Pain Hood Ink Zoo. He is the GOAT! Mama Rose

This place is amazing! Had a random urge to get Inked and had heard great reviews word of mouth so…read moreI decided to walk in. I had a bunch of ideas for what i wanted to get done but nothing specific and i was all over the place with ideas and Jarod sat down with me and talked about my ideas and was so helpful in making my vision come true! That meant so much to me I've consulted other artists before and they were onLy interested in booking the appointment not helping with the vision behind it. Together we came up with what i wanted and tattooed it all the same day i walked in. The staff are all super friendly and the shop is very clean and up to date. I was also pierced here shortly after! Nothing but great things to say! Highly recommend if you're on the North Shore coming by! They also sell tattoo supplies for artists and 7 Deadly Sins shirts and hoodies which are sick! 5 stiz-ars ya bishhhh

All I can say is the artists that work in this shop r all amazing in there own ways....got a new…read morepiece today done by Martin n I absolutely love it...gave him a picture n he made it happen lol...he definitely captured my puggys durpy face for sure...thanks a lot Martin u did an amazing job...can't wait for the next piece...