Walking in to Magnum Opus is one of the best feelings you can get, especially after the recent refurb. It's spacious but welcoming. As a bit of a collector I've been to more than a few studios. I hate the usual factory line feel that a lot of todays tattooists have. The cramped waiting room, the closed curtains and doors which make you feel like you're just another commodity waiting to pay up. Magnum Opus takes it back to the old school feel of a Tattoo Studio. The way the art was intended. As a customer I want a clean, organised and professional tattooist to tattoo me. I want a shop that makes me feel welcome and appreciated. Magnum Opus is all of this. There are always people there, always happy to help or chat. Everyone is relaxed and there are no preconceptions. There's a buzz about the place. You can see artists at work, drawing, discussing ideas and tattooing (unless you want some privacy then they'll provide screening). The addition of the barbers to the back room has had a great impact on the feel of the place. The art on the walls and the people who work there constantly producing high quality work lets you know this is the home to tattoo artists not 'tattooists'. I've had a few pieces done by Phil Kyle now and can not fault him. I've watched him for a number of years and always put off getting in touch. I always thought that a guy with his reputation would have an impossible waiting list. It's true, you do need to plan ahead if you'd like to get work done by him. However, Phil plans his calendar well in advance so, despite splitting his time between the UK and France, it is easy to find a date to suit. The staff at the shop ensured that I had everything I needed to before my first appointment with Phil. I had sent over some ideas and in return they had e-mailed me Phil's drawings to make sure it was what I was after. This is another reason I love Magnum Opus. You feel like the tattoo is a truly joint effort between you and the artist which you don't get at a lot of places. Phil is laid back and easy to get on with. He works faster than any other tattoo artist I've met. After having a half sleeve, thigh piece and full ribs by him I still can't believe how fast he gets the ink in. Although he works fast he also gets the ink in first time, I've not had to revisit for touch ups and the line work is as steady as they come. The colours and equipment Phil uses are top of the range and so you're left with a fantastic finished piece. Magnum Opus is the best Tattoo studio I have ever visited, hence I keep making the 150 mile round trip. i strongly recommend you take a look. Apart from Phil there's a stand up team of permanent artists all producing incredible work. On top of this check out guest artists who are regularly visiting. Thanks for reading and go check out the Magnum Opus team! read more

Walking in to Magnum Opus is one of the best feelings you can get, especially after the recent refurb. It's spacious but welcoming. As a bit of a collector I've been to more than a few studios. I hate the usual factory line feel that a lot of todays tattooists have. The cramped waiting room, the closed curtains and doors which make you feel like you're just another commodity waiting to pay up. Magnum Opus takes it back to the old school feel of a Tattoo Studio. The way the art was intended. As a customer I want a clean, organised and professional tattooist to tattoo me. I want a shop that makes me feel welcome and appreciated. Magnum Opus is all of this. There are always people there, always happy to help or chat. Everyone is relaxed and there are no preconceptions. There's a buzz about the place. You can see artists at work, drawing, discussing ideas and tattooing (unless you want some privacy then they'll provide screening). The addition of the barbers to the back room has had a great impact on the feel of the place. The art on the walls and the people who work there constantly producing high quality work lets you know this is the home to tattoo artists not 'tattooists'. I've had a few pieces done by Phil Kyle now and can not fault him. I've watched him for a number of years and always put off getting in touch. I always thought that a guy with his reputation would have an impossible waiting list. It's true, you do need to plan ahead if you'd like to get work done by him. However, Phil plans his calendar well in advance so, despite splitting his time between the UK and France, it is easy to find a date to suit. The staff at the shop ensured that I had everything I needed to before my first appointment with Phil. I had sent over some ideas and in return they had e-mailed me Phil's drawings to make sure it was what I was after. This is another reason I love Magnum Opus. You feel like the tattoo is a truly joint effort between you and the artist which you don't get at a lot of places. Phil is laid back and easy to get on with. He works faster than any other tattoo artist I've met. After having a half sleeve, thigh piece and full ribs by him I still can't believe how fast he gets the ink in. Although he works fast he also gets the ink in first time, I've not had to revisit for touch ups and the line work is as steady as they come. The colours and equipment Phil uses are top of the range and so you're left with a fantastic finished piece. Magnum Opus is the best Tattoo studio I have ever visited, hence I keep returning. i strongly recommend you take a look. Apart from Phil there's a stand up team of permanent artists all producing incredible work. On top of this check out guest artists who are regularly visiting. Thanks for reading and go check out the Magnum Opus team! read more

The Magnum Opus studio looks the part of a professional establishment - inviting with a fresh and exciting vibe - somewhere an artist can be creative. You can see that everyone enjoys working here and it shows in their work. I was quite nervous for my first tattoo but the whole team made me feel immediately welcome in what I could have been an intimidating environment - something I did not find when having consultations at some other studios. The service from the entire staff was friendly and personal with emails / phone calls going direct to the artist. My consultations with Phil were great, both in store and via email he took my ideas and ran with them - creating something unique that I wanted and he could be proud of. The artists are proud of their work will not put their name to a piece they are not happy with. Perhaps most importantly, the studio is clean and hygienic - with no exceptions. Phil explained how the equipment works, where the inks come from and knows his trade inside out. Very reassuring. After-care is explained thoroughly and you are welcomed back for a check-up once it has begun to heal - A tattoo for life! The work at Magnum Opus is quick and efficient work at no expense to quality. Some might call the tattoo's expensive but I believe you get what you pay for - A good tattoo is not cheap and a cheap tattoo is not good. Phil was especially patient and understanding while I acted like a wimp during my rib tattoo "The ribs are a tough place dude!" I recommend Magnum Opus to all of my friends and also to check out the art gallery and barbers downstairs! read more

The Magnum Opus studio looks the part of a professional establishment inviting with a fresh and exciting vibe somewhere an artist can be creative. You can see that everyone enjoys working here and it shows in their work. I was quite nervous for my first tattoo but the whole team made me feel immediately welcome in what I could have been an intimidating environment something I did not find when having consultations at some other studios. The service from the entire staff was friendly and personal with emails / phone calls going direct to the artist. My consultations with Phil were great, both in store and via email he took my ideas and ran with them creating something unique that I wanted and he could be proud of. The artists are proud of their work will not put their name to a piece they are not happy with. Perhaps most importantly, the studio is clean and hygienic with no exceptions. Phil explained how the equipment works, where the inks come from and knows his trade inside out. Very reassuring. After-care is explained thoroughly and you are welcomed back for a check-up once it has begun to heal A tattoo for life! The work at Magnum Opus is quick and efficient work at no expense to quality. Some might call the tattoo's expensive but I believe you get what you pay for A good tattoo is not cheap and a cheap tattoo is not good. Phil was especially patient and understanding while I acted like a wimp during my rib tattoo The ribs are a tough place dude! I recommend Magnum Opus to all of my friends and also to check out the art gallery and barbers downstairs! read more

I've been getting tattooed by Phil Kyle at Magnum Opus for over 3 years, and I can honestly say it's the best studio I have ever set foot in. I've had a full sleeve, a full leg, and a chest piece so far, and I'll be coming back until I've run out of space! As I live 200 miles away, my appointments and ideas are all dealt with via email and phone, but this has never been a problem. Phil is always quick to reply. Phil's the nicest bloke you could wish to meet. Patient, funny, professional; I can't fault him. He'll even put a film on whilst you're getting tattooed...it takes your mind off the painful bits for a while! He's a joy to work with and has always come up with stunning one-off designs for me. His work is fast and made to last....I am constantly being complimented on my tattoos back home. All the tattooers in the shop are passionate about what they do, and each one of them is a world-class artist. Prices are a little higher than your run-of-the-mill backstreet shop, but I'm a firm believer in "you get what you pay for". And here, you are paying for quality. Hygiene is a priority, and the highest standards are always maintained. The shop has recently had a fresh new facelift too, so it's lovely and bright and airy! There's also a cool art gallery downstairs which hosts regular exhibitions....always worth a look. Need a haircut? Check out the new Magnum Opus Barbers, now open on the lower floor! Seriously, this place is the best. Awesome people, awesome work, awesome vibe! read more

I had booked a consultation with a tattoo artist there to discuss ideas I had for two tattoos on my feet/ankles. From the very beginning the staff were rude and hostile. Although I'm not a push over, but obviously not your rock and roll style looking chick, I felt they were completely uninterested and even seemed intimidating, making me feel quite inferior and stupid..Maybe I didn't match their desired clientele, but I feel every customer should be treated with time and respect. I'm also after a large back piece and was hoping this woman was going to be the perfect tattoo artist to do all three pieces. The artist seemed totally uninterested and rushed me through everything, telling me the first piece would be £200, this was with no clarification of exactly what was decided on and seemed to be keen to get me out of there. The guy at the desk was even ruder and made me feel totally uncomfortable.like Im supposed to know all the rules re deposit, cash etc (if they had a decent website with the info on it, then I'd know!) My instinct was to take it no further and look around for a great artist who has the time and respect for their customers and make them feel at ease, inspired and listened to. To me it is a very special creative process and you want the whole experience as well as the finished product to be 100% and they were not the company that were going to do that for me..a pity as I was really looking forward to it, but I definitely will not be going back. read more

I've been getting tattooed by Phil Kyle at Magnum Opus for over 3 years, and I can honestly say it's the best studio I have ever set foot in. I've had a full sleeve, a full leg, and a chest piece so far, and I'll be coming back until I've run out of space!As I live 200 miles away, my appointments and ideas are all dealt with via email and phone, but this has never been a problem. Phil's the nicest bloke you could wish to meet. Patient, funny, professional; I can't fault him. He'll even put a film on whilst you're getting tattooedit takes your mind off the painful bits for a while! He's a joy to work with and has always come up with stunning one-off designs for me. His work is fast and made to last.I am constantly being complimented on my tattoos back home. All the tattooers in the shop are passionate about what they do, and each one of them is a world-class artist. Prices are a little higher than your run-of-the-mill backstreet shop, but I'm a firm believer in you get what you pay for. And here, you are paying for quality. Hygiene is a priority, and the highest standards are always maintained. The shop has recently had a fresh new facelift too, so it's lovely and bright and airy! There's also a cool art gallery downstairs which hosts regular exhibitions.always worth a look. Need a haircut? Check out the new Magnum Opus Barbers, now open on the lower floor! Seriously, this place is the best. Awesome people, awesome work, awesome vibe! read more

If you are looking for quality work this is the place to come. I have been getting tattooed by Phil for nearly five years now and I can honestly say this studio is the best I have ever experienced. From the initial enquiry through to the consultation and design of your piece to the day of being inked it is a pleasure to work with professional people. As it stands I wouldn't go anywhere else Phil's work really is superb. Truly bespoke and he is fiercely proud of everything he does. It really reflects on the finished work, you are dealing with a craftsman. Not only that, he is genuinely one of the nicest chaps you could ever hope to meet. He does have a thing for Danzig, but we won't go into that here. He has surrounded himself with an exceptional team of multi talented artists who all share the same desire to deliver quality. If you read any negative words about this studio, all I can say is if you walk through the door of Magnum Opus you will quickly realise how wrong they were. The old adage you get what you pay for holds true here. You wouldn't expect a Savile Row suit for Primark prices now would you? Certainly not the cheapest BUT would you want the cheapest? Or would you want the best? NO contest. Writing this review has made me think about my next batch of ink.dammit. https//www.facebook.com/magnumopushctattoo http://magnumopustattoo.4ormat.com/ read more

Tucked away on a quiet residential street near the centre of Brighton town, Magnum Opus Tattoo is a shock of moss green amongst the white and pastel yellow buildings it's nestled between. The colour extends into the interior of the shop, where it's complimented by the delicate gold crucifixes and the elaborate colours of the paintings - many of which are by the artists who work here - that adorn the walls. The calibre of artists here certainly stands up to the local competition from the well-regarded studios that also call Brighton home. The majority of the artists here work in a traditional style (which they do very well), illustrative and beautifully detailed work from Lynn Akura or catch one of their international guest artists who specialise in a multitude of styles. Please don't mistake how seriously they take their work for arrogance - these guys are far from it, and I often wonder if the folk who make such claims don't have a little bit of a chip on their shoulder for whatever reason... I have been tattooed by Phil Kyle several times, and am thrilled with the quality of work but I would be happy to wear tattoos by any of the artists at Magnum Opus Tattoo. If you want a quality tattoo from a clean, dedicated studio I would have no hesitation in recommending them. read more

Tucked away on a quiet residential street near the centre of Brighton town, Magnum Opus Tattoo is a shock of moss green amongst the white and pastel yellow buildings it's nestled between. The colour extends into the interior of the shop, where it's complimented by the delicate gold crucifixes and the elaborate colours of the paintings many of which are by the artists who work here that adorn the walls. The calibre of artists here certainly stands up to the local competition from the well-regarded studios that also call Brighton home. The majority of the artists here work in a traditional style (which they do very well), illustrative and beautifully detailed work from Lynn Akura or catch one of their international guest artists who specialise in a multitude of styles. Please don't mistake how seriously they take their work for arrogance these guys are far from it, and I often wonder if the folk who make such claims don't have a little bit of a chip on their shoulder for whatever reason I have been tattooed by Phil Kyle several times, and am thrilled with the quality of work but I would be happy to wear tattoos by any of the artists at Magnum Opus Tattoo. If you want a quality tattoo from a clean, dedicated studio I would have no hesitation in recommending them. read more

i had my tattoo done by phil kyle at the magnum opus studio in may 2009, right from emailing with the shop manager to discuss ideas, getting sent a sketch from phil to eventually booking a date to have the ink done, it was a really great experience. i was really nervous about getting my piece, as had never been inked before and its a large piece that curves over the hip, i had watched loads of videos of women crying while having tattoos, and shone who was the manager at the time, was soo cool and ladi back, he really put me at ease and helped with those pre ink nerves. i had nothing to worry about, phil was such a professional, my piece took 2 1/2 hours to complete, it didnt hurt at all, apart from a leaf on the rib which burned a bit, think i even drifted off towards the end was soo relaxed, and when i saw the work, i was blown away, such beautiful vibrant colours, then great chat about after care. my piece still is beautiful today, and its covered up mostly but when people do see it, always get complimented on the colours even now, and ask where i got it done, i travelled over 5 hours on trains to brighton, and it was worth every minute. cant reccommend mangnum opus highly enough. read more

i had my tattoo done by phil kyle at the magnum opus studio in may 2009, right from emailing with the shop manager to discuss ideas, getting sent a sketch from phil to eventually booking a date to have the ink done, it was a really great experience. i was really nervous about getting my piece, as had never been inked before and its a large piece that curves over the hip, i had watched loads of videos of women crying while having tattoos, and shone who was the manager at the time, was soo cool and ladi back, he really put me at ease and helped with those pre ink nerves. i had nothing to worry about, phil was such a professional, my piece took 2 1/2 hours to complete, it didnt hurt at all, apart from a leaf on the rib which burned a bit, think i even drifted off towards the end was soo relaxed, and when i saw the work, i was blown away, such beautiful vibrant colours, then great chat about after care. my piece still is beautiful today, and its covered up mostly but when people do see it, always get complimented on the colours even now, and ask where i got it done, i travelled over 5 hours on trains to brighton, and it was worth every minute. cant reccommend mangnum opus highly enough. read more

When it comes to the country's top tattoo studios, Magnum Opus is always a name you'll hear mentioned, and it's no wonder why. The shop itself is like a Tardis; small and subtle from the outside, with an expansive and welcoming interior. This unique studio has even seen a traditional barber shop introduced after its recent refurbishment, staying true to the shop's old school attitude and vibe. Phil Kyle, the shop's owner, is a fixed icon in the world of old school tattooing; designing and executing excellent custom pieces, that are distinctive and sought after by the avid traditional tattoo collector. And to top it, Phil is quite honestly one of the nicest people I ever have met. That coupled with his awesome talent, enthusiasm and passion for his art, (and subsequent selection of the elite team working alongside him) has meant that Magnum Opus reigns as one of the country's most prestigious studios. Whether you are looking for your first tattoo and are seeking somewhere keen to give advice and discuss ideas with you, or you are collector looking to try a new studio, the team at Magnum Opus will definitely not disappoint on any level. read more

When it comes to the country's top tattoo studios, Magnum Opus is always a name you'll hear mentioned, and it's no wonder why. The shop itself is like a Tardis; small and subtle from the outside, with an expansive and welcoming interior. This unique studio has even seen a traditional barber shop introduced after its recent refurbishment, staying true to the shop's old school attitude and vibe. Phil Kyle, the shop's owner, is a fixed icon in the world of old school tattooing; designing and executing excellent custom pieces, that are distinctive and sought after by the avid traditional tattoo collector. And to top it, Phil is quite honestly one of the nicest people I ever have met. That coupled with his awesome talent, enthusiasm and passion for his art, (and subsequent selection of the elite team working alongside him) has meant that Magnum Opus reigns as one of the country's most prestigious studios. Whether you are looking for your first tattoo and are seeking somewhere keen to give advice and discuss ideas with you, or you are collector looking to try a new studio, the team at Magnum Opus will definitely not disappoint on any level. read more

I have experienced quite a few tattoo shops over the years and from the initial email to enquire about getting a tattoo at Magnum Opus the customer service has been excellent. The response was quick, very polite and very informative. After supplying an image and a description (via email) for Phil Kyle to have an idea of what i wanted i received a sketch from Phil of what he had come up with. Again another quick response and an option of changing the sketch in some way if i wasn't happy with it. At the appointment the greeting was polite and welcoming and then getting tattooed by Phil was relaxing and easy. The atmosphere in Magnum Opus is that everyone working in there is passionate about giving you the best experience and tattoo possible. Overall a very friendly and professional tattoo shop. And i was really happy with my tattoo, the best one i have and Phil was really helpful in spending some time discussing other tattoo ideas for me to have so i booked for my next one before leaving the shop. read more

I have known Phil for 6 years and in that time have had two sleeves tattooed. Its fair to say I know the service Magnum Opus provides quite well, Phil has also become a good personal friend - Its a very warm and friendly place, very relaxed and Phil is very accommodating to your ideas and thoughts, his input is very helpful and he works VERY hard to make sure you get the best experience possible. A long stream of emails and ideas with drawings and designs happens way before you step in the shop to ensure you get exactly what you want. He makes you feel like the most important person in the shop, often going way beyond agreed sessions and work to make sure you get the tattoo you want. If you want a stunning custom tattoo, personal to you that will last for ever then go to Magnum Opus, it will be the best investment you will ever make. Ash, Southampton read more

J'ai connu Phil Kyle via l'émission "London Ink", son travail m'a tout de suite intéressé. J'ai donc décidé de prendre un rendez-vous... j'ai envoyé un mail qui reprenait le dessin voulu avec la taille et l'endroit ou il devait se trouver. Quelques jours plus tard, j'ai reçu une date pour un rendez-vous, j'ai accepté, fait le versement demandé via paypal) afin de confirmer mon rendez-vous, par la suite j'ai reçu une proposition pour le dessin, tout était parfait!!! Mon premier rendez-vous date de 2009 et voilà 4 ans que j'y retourne tous les ans. On peut donc dire que la qualité du tatouage est super (les couleurs du premier sont toujours magnifiques), l'accueil est formidable et Phil est vraiment un mec bien. J'ai retourne toujours avec beaucoup de plaisir. Je vous le conseil. read more

Since their opening I have made several visits to Magnum Opus to get tattooed, even though its a 300+ mile round trip for me! But it's well worth it. The shop is spacious, funky, and welcoming which makes just being there a pleasure. All the staff seem helpful, friendly and professional and make sure you are looked after. Sterilisation, and the prevention of cross infection is taken seriously there as are the laws and ethics regarding 'no under aged customers'. Also all the tattooists have served professional apprenticeships and only really talented tattooers work there just check out their portfolios.Phil is who I get tattooed by and it's always a pleasure he makes sure that your at ease, and is happy to advise you about placement and what will or won't work as a tattoo. read more

I have had a couple of pieces done by Phil Kyle at Magnum opus and am currently working on a full sleeve. I completely love the salon, unlike my previous experiences in other tattoo salons which had practically put me off tattoos. All of the staff there are lovely and make you feel comfortable and the place itself is really clean with lots of interesting things to look at whilst your getting a tattoo. Phil is super laid back and lovely, tattoos unbelievably fast but amazing work. When I first emailed the shop they were great at getting back to me fast and me and phil came up with ideas together to make a one of idea. I get compliments every day on my sleeve even though its just line work and I'm always getting asked where I had it done! Get down to Magnum Opus! read more