Amanda is awesome…read more Seriously, it was painless, professional and really, actually, enjoyable. The shop is clean, private and perfect for a first timer like me. She took my directions and requests wonderfully and really didn't make me feel like that 'lame and dorky' newbie (which I really am :) ) what I wanted was in her style which is my number one suggestion: make sure your artist art suits you. I ended up with her but 'fate' but she really was the perfect fit. Also easy to talk too after Ill add it was affordable too.

Disappointing Experience - Faded Tattoo in Days…read more My friend and I came in to get matching tattoos on the sides of our hands--an area we knew could be tricky, but we expected a bit more care and guidance. Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing from start to finish. The artist offered little support or direction during the design process and didn't explain the level of fading we might expect clearly. We were asked to sign the hand waivers after the tattoo was completed. We were told it would fade over time, but within just 2-3 days, one tattoo had nearly vanished and the other was missing large chunks. When we brought this to the studio's attention, the manager cited their "hand tattoo policy" but ultimately refused to stand by their work. We were told we could pay again to get it touched up. Instead of offering a resolution or at least a courtesy touch-up, we were told we'd have to pay again to fix tattoos that didn't even last a week. I understand that hand tattoos can be tricky, but this was poorly handled. Lack of support, lack of follow-through, and a lack of accountability. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone--especially if you're hoping for both quality work and respectful customer service. After speaking and showing other artists the work, they agreed that it was poorly done and not deep Enough. Save your money and stay away!!!!

Very professional & accommodating! I have 1 last tattoo I'm scheduled for and am excited about it.read more

Brett did my sleeve on my right arm. It was absolutely…read moreamazing, I loved the incredible work of art he preformed on my arm. Thank you Brett at SWT. If you are thinking about it, do it at SWT.

Please avoid Tribal Expressions/Opulence at all costs. Keith, the owner, significantly overcharged…read morefor their service and jewelry. Not only was the service and jewelry overpriced, but the jewelry was also unnecessary, unwearable and caused ear problems. I was charged double the quoted price (with jewelry included), despite confirming in advance via phone that there would be no additional fees prior to booking the appointment and outlining the situation via notes and in person my original piercing experience with the "gun" 40 years ago. I was shocked when I was billed over $200 at the time of piercing and immediately contested the charge. The experience was time-consuming, as Keith frequently bounced between customers and those counter surfing. Even with my appointment, I was there for an hour after arriving ten minutes early. The final outcome was completely misaligned and lopsided piercings, resulting in extra, unnecessary holes in my ears that are permanent. I have photos to support this, and anyone who sees my ears, including George the piercer at Strange World (who I can't recommend enough), can attest the appalling result. I am beyond upset!

Great place and service. Only down fall is the price, find it a bit too steep in getting the ear…read morelobes pierced of the fee (each ear) + earrings + the backing and down the road you need to change (if you wish) to shorter back after 3 months (plus that fee). Wish they show the fees on the website and in additional to the backing of the earrings.

got a cross tattoo and they made it look better and the job was done and went perfectly for my…read morefirst time, would reccomend this place

I wasn't planning on getting a tattoo in town. Most of my ink was done by Dragon's Lair Tattoo on…read moreMacArthur in Oakland, so I kind of wanted to keep the tradition. (ETA: Just looked up Dragon's Lair, and discovered they have been closed for over a year now. So much for traditions.) But tragedy and a desire for healing through needles and beauty, brought me here. This was a different experience from my other pieces. My other tattoos are small, black and grey and were done the day I walked in to the parlor (after over a year of tossing the idea back and forth). But in YYC, a decent artist is in extreme demand, so you book an appointment the way you book one for a doctor. Depending on what you want done, and how you want it done, wait times can be anywhere from weeks to months. At IC, you can put down either a cash deposit to secure your time or a PayPal deposit. The deposit covers the first hour and is taken off your final bill. When I brought in my reference photos and idea sketch, the guy booking my appointment suggested I make an appointment with Niki. Having seen some of her gorgeous work when I was perusing their website, I agreed readily. Niki was a blast to talk to, is extremely talented and did her best to make sure my 2 hour sitting was as pleasant as it could possibly be. The memorial piece on my left forearm came out even better than I imagined (bigger too, hehe), and I was stoked from start to finish. As for the shop itself, it's incredibly clean, spacious and about to get even more so, now that the only-sometimes-open Mexican restaurant that once resided below them is no longer there. The atmosphere is relaxed, you can tell all the artists get along with each other (at least the ones that were there that evening!) and that they take great pride in what they do and where they work. Dean, the guy who took my appointment, was pleasant to talk to, even though he was probably anxious to get home. I also love that they have late hours on certain days, because I wouldn't have been able to go on a week day in the middle of normal business hours. Thank you, Niki, for the beautiful work you did. I couldn't ask for a better reminder of my darling.

Ask for Jeremy - he's the owner and is from Shediac, New Brunswick! He's been tattooing for 19…read moreyears and kicks ass. Love this shop

Ahhh such a great experience. I only came to get my ears re-pierced and the staff was so friendly,…read morehelpful and knowledgeable especially Emily. Everything was clean too and I love their decor

My Husband and I came in for our consult with Ryan on June 28th. At which time we booked our…read moreappointments together for July 19th as it was our wedding anniversary. During our consult, it was decided that Ryan would do my tattoo first as it would only take an hour or so, whereas my husband's could take at least 3. We showed up on the 19th and found out Ryan had switched our appointments. He decided to do my husbands first and then mine, which I was fine with, until.... Ryan made a comment about not seeing my tattoo appointment and not having the picture we provided him with, which was odd because everything was sent in one email. I sat in your shop for over an hour during which time I listened to a conversation between your artists who were discussing your 48 hr cancellation policy. Then a 1/4 of the way through my husband's tattoo I get told I may not even get my tattoo that day. He said we could reschedule and that he would even come in on his day off! We were supposed to be getting our tattoos together on our anniversary! I was pissed and left the shop! I sat in my car alone in your parking lot for another 3.5 hrs waiting for my husband (hoping I'd get my tattoo) on my ONLY day off in 6 days, on my wedding anniversary for an appointment we had booked 3 weeks prior! Then I find out Ryan cancelled my appointment but kept the appointment after me!! Who does that? That right there is a shitty business and shitty customer service!!! He literally cancelled my appointment the day of, on the spot (we drove in from Airdrie), and he had the nerve to take his next appointment!!! I am curious as to why his next appointment was more IMPORTANT then the one I had, had scheduled for 3 weeks? At no point did Ryan check to see if I was mad, nor did he attempt to reschedule my appointment. The response I received from the shop owner after I sent a message was just as bad!!! If I could give this shop a -10 I would!!!! They ruined what was supposed to be a happy and exciting day for my husband and I! We will NOT be back anytime in the future, nor will we be recommending your shop to anyone we know!

I have been here 2 times and going back on Saturday to get another piercing done by Dan. He is the…read morebest I have found in a long time. Very helpful and very informative. Very clean and very friendly people. Highly recommend.

I firmly believe that this is the best piercing shop in Calgary! I came in at the behest of my…read morefriends (acrylic is NOT your friend), and had several pieces changed out. PiercerDan was courteous, professional, and took the time to point out the flaws in my old jewellery while explaining what exactly it was doing to the flesh around them. It's been a week with the new jewellery, and I am absolutely thrilled! My labret doesn't catch on my gums anymore and I am able to sleep on my side comfortably with new rook jewellery. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who has piercings!

They charged me for this ugly design, and when I refused to get that tattooed on me, they neither…read morechanged their design nor refunded me.the owner email me: "Karma is a b**tch!"

I heard such good things about Human Kanvas. My daughter went there for tattoo, and it looked…read moregreat. My experience however was less than great. I was quoted $900 for a band of thorns and said it would take him 4 to 5 hours to complete. This isn't my first rodeo. Needless to say I never got it done. I'm disappointed. The atmosphere how ever was nice. The studio was clean and bright. I'll keep shopping studios for what I want at a fair price.

These guys were awesome! I went in there and they were all really friendly and helpful. Helped me…read moreget exactly what I was looking for, and put their own touches on it that made it way better than I coul have ever expected. They were all super chill and made me feel really comfortable there. On top of this, the shop was killer, really clean and nice. I love my tattoo and it healed up really fast, I cant wait to go back there for more. Thanks guys!

By far the friendliest shop I have been too. Had my old artist quit at another shop and these guys…read moretook on the project, later found out all their artist have been there since day one. Puts my fear of getting another project started at ease. Every artist has their own specialty and there art work is amazing. I highly recommend these guys, they have a artist for everyone and your greated with a smile from the moment you walk in until the moment you leave.

If I could leave negative stars, I would I would not recommend this place to my worst enemy,…read morecompletely unprofessional and rude and they also messed up my tattoo and that's on my body for the rest of my life and it's on my wrist and they were also pretty baked to be my tattoo to be honest. I'm probably gonna file a lawsuit against them because I have proof the fact that they have weed in the store is insane not only that the person that I requested completely blew me off for another person so I got tattooed by another guy who had no idea what he was doing to me that sounds like a lawsuit that can be filed. That's not something a joke about especially something that's on somebody's body for the rest of their life.

I went there today with my older granddaughter's for each a piercing…read more Derico was very helpful and very professional. I was rather surprised to see how light and clean it was in there and Deriko was how helpful and very efficient. Both piercings took no longer then 20 minutes and it was so sterile in there. I recommend this place for all you tattoo and piercing needs. Very happy customer for sure. Thank you! 5 stars,hands down.