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    Monkey Wrench Tattoo

    4.7 (96 reviews)
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    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Clean lines and solid black
    Jennifer D.

    Wes is simply the best. He's fast! Lightning fast and packs in color and black like a sticker. Not only is he talented and fast, he has a light hand and is just a good guy! He worked with our schedules and worked in my brother in law for an epic cover up. Highly recommended this shop and the talented team at monkey wrench!

    My first tattoo of blackberries and red currents with flowers and a bumblebee
    Corinna C.

    I got my first tattoo!!! I did my research and really liked what I saw both on their website but also the Yelp reviews and word of mouth when I asked around. The shop is upstairs with a small parking lot , easy to find. The shop itself is clean and has so much art on the walls it's fun to look around every corner. The Tattoo Artists are all so talented and fun to talk to. I felt safe, I felt heard when I talked about what I wanted and the end result is better than I could have imagined. My daughter also got a tattoo here from Twan, and I had my tattoo done by Aaron. I never thought I'd be a tattoo person, but now, I am. I can't wait to go back and have each of the artists do a different tattoo on me. I could not recommend this place higher, I wish we could have ten stars.

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    Felicity H.

    Wes didn't bat an eye at taking on a dark coverup on the ribs. I had put off getting this covered up for years because I was afraid of the pain all over again and I was doubtful I'd be truly happy with a cover up. I love it! Of course being the ribs there were some gnarly moments but overall really not bad pain-wise and he was super quick. I wish I had come in sooner. Thanks again!

    C J.

    Wes is the best . My go to Tattoo Artist for years. He runs a clean, safe , and very talented operation! I moved to Las Vegas 4+ years ago where there are tattoo shops on every corner , I still fly to Cali to come see Wes , and always will !!

    Art by Joe Leonard  Tattoo by Aaron Gutierrez
    Charles B.

    I went here because I heard Guy Fieri had gotten a tattoo here. I figured if it was good enough for Guy, it was good enough for me. I loved the energy and cleanliness of the space. Plus Aaron Guiterrez did an Amazing job on my tattoo. Although I'm no stranger to getting inked, I was impressed with Aaron's professionalism and his attention to detail. It was an enjoyable session and I look forward to going back and working with the folks at Monkey Wrench again. Highly recommended.

    Aaron Gutierrez did my friend and my tattoos when we were visiting from out of town. He was super cool and made the experience really fun for us. One of the better experiences I've had getting tattooed, and I hope I get to work with him again in the future. Thanks, Aaron!

    Breast Cancer Survivor
    Deborah C.

    My friend and I were walk-ins. We wanted to celebrate my successful end to chemotherapy after breast cancer but didn't know what we wanted. They were so kind and helped us settle on this dragonfly using the pink ribbon. I love it!

    Julia H.

    This is a great shop and I won't go anywhere else for tattoos. It is clean, they are friendly, attentive, and good at what they do. I have gotten two tattoos from Monet, one was a cover up on my foot, and the other was an original piece on my back. Not only is she a complete sweetheart, she is also an amazing artist, fast, and professional. She makes the process and painless and comfortable as possible all things considered. Both times, the end result has been amazing. I highly recommend the shop in general and Monet specifically for your tattoo needs!

    Acacia R.

    I've been to a lot of shops in Santa Rosa and this ones been my fav. Shop prices are the best I've found. The artists are great at making you feel comfortable and explain aftercare instructions well. Great space, very clean, lots if Jerry Sloan light. Everyone is super laidback and the vibe was awesome. I had Wes Anderson for a walk-in piece and he did a fantastic job, super happy with how it turned out. Looked through a lot of the artists portfolios and you'll be in good hands no matter who you choose. Definitely will be coming back in a couple weeks.

    The finished octopus
    Kristel R.

    I started coming to this shop probably 3 years ago if not more... Getting tattooed by an artist who is no longer located at this shop... In saying that I had always watched and admired Monet, watching her work walk out while I was getting work done. When the artist I originally went to left the shop I took it as my opportunity to finally ask if she could do my sleeves I've wanted for 10+ years. I'm happy to say that she has been working on my sleeve for about 4 months now if not more and it is turning out even more amazing than I expected! At the moment we're working on my nautical sleeve and she got every little thing I wanted on my arm the color is finally coming in and all I can say is WOW! Such talent! I can't wait for it to be finished! Then we move on to my other sleeve (in the sky! ) Painful and time consuming but worth it! I always have a good time in the shop laughing while grunting at times haha Everyone at this shop is talented and sweet I just know I found my artist... Monet... Who I would call... The best! great personality, makes you feel comfortable, listens to what you want, honest and kind what else could you ask for in a tattoo artist? Go! You won't be disappointed with whoever you choose from this shop!

    Allison H.

    I had the pleasure of working with Aaron for my first tattoo, my dogs paw print. He did an amazing job, he was professional, informative, kept me completely comfortable the entire time and is an extremely talented artist. He even worked with me in using my dogs actual paw on my arm, and we ended up combining that with a regular stencil for my absolutely perfect tattoo. I could not be happier. I would recommend him to anyone. You can tell he was born for this line of work. I can't wait to go back for my next piece!

    Lila W.

    Nineteen years ago I got my second tattoo at the previous incarnation of Monkey Wrench in Santa Rosa, & I was interested to see how the shop and artists have changed since then. Two days ago, I called the shop & spoke to Wes who was both kind and professional, & he encouraged me to come to the shop to book or be tattooed since appointments require deposits. Before going in, I went to the website to check out the art (which is clearly skilled), but what really caught my attention were the hilarious artist bios. Go to the website. Read the bios. Seriously, it'll make your day. Yesterday when I got to the shop in its current incarnation, I was hoping to book my 9th tattoo. I walked in & the shop was bright, clean, full of art, & the shop's sense of humor was apparent in signage as well. All tables were full except for one. Monet greeted me, & luckily she was available for a small tattoo. I wanted a raspberry to match my daughter's birthmark, & Monet was easy to talk to in relationship to my desired details for the quarter sized piece. Monet tattooed with a light hand, and her work was clean, precise, & exactly what I wanted. It was an overall pleasant process, & I felt more than happy with the customer service, facilities, process, & tattoo. Side note, bring cash as it's a cash only studio. Oops, I messed up & had to run to an ATM.

    Nahomy M.

    So late for doing this review especially cause it was last year but definitely want to come back for my second tattoo !

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    Just went in to start a sleeve. Wes killed it. Did amazing work! Can't say enough! Great shop and Wes is fantastic!

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    Ask the Community - Monkey Wrench Tattoo

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    Yes I would. I have had mine done since I was a baby. It's safe and looks beautiful!!

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    Many other tattoo artists wouldn't even do fingers, so I feel very lucky to have found Wes.

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    I went to get my Forward helix pierced at this shop back in 2017. The bar that was used was way too…read moreshort. My skin started to swell and I went in to get it changed to a longer bar and they said that they were not able to change the bar because they had multiple other appointments which I understand, however, the next day my piercing ended up inside of my ear which resulted in a lot more pain that could have been avoided.

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