I went in for my first tattoo a while back and mike was so helpful and answered all my questions…read morewith perfect responses. And the tattoo looks great better than I expected he works fast and asks you before he does anything. Great artist I would recommend him to anyone looking at getting a tattoo.

This is the most beautiful tattoo shop ever! Super classy and clean. Plenty of parking, nice…read morewaiting room and patio area. Everyone is extremely nice, knowledgeable, and good at what they do. Dennis is a fantastic artist and can do any style you want and will give you the highest quality product. The prices may not be the cheapest (although the prices are pretty standard) but just remember - you get what you pay for.

I called today (Saturday) to see if they had time for a walk in. Absolutely! My artist was…read moreBrittney. She was awesome! I had a great experience with everyone in the studio and will definitely be back for another tat. Love that they are nice and close too! Thank you Brittney, I love my tattoo!!!!

Forever Yours Tattoo is the premier tattoo place to come in Matthews NC. From the introductory call…read moreto the aftercare guidance April was exceptionally personable and professional. I am thankful for the entire experience I had getting my first tattoo. April provided me with education regarding the tattoo choice, set up of the station, mantiaining a sterile environment, to the process of tattooing. From the moment I walked into the prestine tattoo parlor, I felt a welcoming vibe. April continued to guide me from beginning to end. April shared videos and real life examples of the different stages of the healing process. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience. The type of art they do is top notch and detailed. You will be matched with an artist that fits your needs and get quality service from start to finish. An additional plus is that they will be available for questions after the work is done.

i truly cannot recommended april enough. i have 20+ tattoos, i have been tattooed in different…read morestates, seen many artists. 10 years worth of tattoo appointments and she is the BEST. not only was her work phenomenal, her bedside manner and care made a huge difference. i felt taken care of the entire time (5 hours is a loonnngg time in pain) and her thoughtfulness made the appointment bearable. her work is outstanding and so is she. we had a good connection and great talk afterwards. i didn't feel like a client i felt like a friend. this was the best experience i've had and i can't wait to come back. great person and great tattoo!!!

I'm absolutely in love with Ghost Studios and if it weren't for Joey moving to this location, I…read morewould have never known how many amazing artists there are in Charlotte (besides my tattoo artist, of course). Ghost is easy to find and is accessible by stairs or elevator. The parking is limited but if you have an early appointment, you'll find parking just fine. The studio is exceptionally clean and the artists thoroughly sanitize throughout and in between sessions, I never once questioned their sanitation. Check-in is a breeze and very welcoming. Every artist that came by was very friendly and chill. I really loved how humble everyone was even with the insane talent they all had. So many tattoo shops can be prideful without the skill to show for it so this was a breath of fresh air. I am personally working with Joey on a sleeve and couldn't be happier with my choice on the artist. He is professional and extremely detailed. It also helps that we vibe making the tattoo sessions easy and fun. I did two back to back sessions that totaled 19 hours and I never felt like tapping out. I have about 8 sessions total and 2 of them are nearly healed. I am absolutely in love with what I have so far and can't wait for the next 4 sessions in August! (Will update photos when complete).

Hector was awesome to work with! He listened, got my vision, and was efficient in making it happen.read more

A friend had a recommendation to receive a tattoo from Michelle. Michelle and my friend worked…read moretogether to design a piece that would cover up another tattoo. They finally came up with something we all loved! The wrist tattoo came out awesome! While I was being of supportive of my friend 's tattoo, I decided to get a quick one while I waited. I told Heather what I wanted and wear i wanted. We did a few tweaks and I loved my busy bee! Great vibes very welcomingand helpful to all the customers. They also have piercings, and there were a lot of people getting pierced. I would definitely return for another tattoo.

Want to let everyone know if you ever need a realism tattoo, Matt is the one to go to. He has done…read moreall of my realism tattoos. He is the best hands down!

Good service here, there is an artist for every style and regular guest artists so you have…read moremultiple opportunities to get tattooed by artists from inkmaster and the convention circuit. Pricing is reasonable too

POOR experience!!! This place is terrible. Poor customer service. I was ripped off. I went in to…read moreget ink touched up and colored in of a tattoo I already have. I was not told the price till my appointment. They wanted 600 dollars. Right now I should have walked out and got my deposit back. I finally negotiated the amount down to get some of my arm tattooed. They literally charged me three hundred and sixty dollars. Including tax to only get very little color shaded in and outlined. I paid less than that to get my half sleeve tattooed. Not only was Leilani not professional but she tried to charge me more before I caught her doing what she did. I thought she was nice at first. Ohhh was I wrong. She told me my tattoo looked horrible and we can make it look a lot better for this price. The lady who tattooed me was nice and I could tell was uncomfortable with the pricing that she was not in control of. Leilani wife of Al was not at all concerned about my experience. I was very unhappy with my results. I would never recommend anyone to you guys. I have already persuaded several people to not go there. You guys need to go back up north. People in the south are real hard working people that don't appreciate getting walked on. You guys are not fair. Stop thinking you guys are sooo cool that you can over price people. Hey college kids don't go there you will get ripped off. There are a lot of better places to go to that will give you a better experience and a fair price. Go see nacho. Love him!!! Excellent work and skin stations in Monroe. I am very disappointed in this place. I was hoping I would meet real people who care about the experience and want repeat customers. I never felt that at all and I have a lot of tattoos and experience and this place is be far the worst place I ever have gone to get a tattoo. They don't even deserve one star. No one should pay 150 for an hour with anyone to get a tattoo. I don't care if you have been in tv. You guys are awful and I hope you lose business and people read my review.

Bo Winstead is an artist worth following wherever he goes. I was incredibly picky searching for a…read moretattoo artist that I'd trust to do highly visible pieces. When I first saw Bo's work I knew I found that artist. His technical knowledge and creative eye is truly something special. It was also important that whoever tattooed me was a safe person. And Bo 100% is. He's accepting, respectful, and friendly. My wife and I have never felt uncomfortable around him. Every tattoo he does goes above and beyond my expectations. From my Beholder on the back of my neck, to beginning my left sleeve, and to getting an incredible memorial tattoo thigh piece, Bo has consistently outdone himself. I consider myself blessed to carry his art and I hope he will be my tattoo artist for the rest of my life. If you're looking for the best of the best, look no further than Bo Winstead. You won't regret it.

Dear Kelly I am so proud of you and what an honored that you took the time out of your off day to…read moreredo my tattoo I was so excited you and Colleen your mom surprise me that wasn't in the plans lol. As it would've just stay that way my old tattoo. Kelly is a professional and considerate & amazing tattoo artist she designs the tattoo herself and then does a stencil & professional colors & I was so relaxed didn't hurt at all. I watched Kelly Draw when she was younger in her room in New Jersey. Kelly now has her own tattoo studio 9 lives tattoo Charlotte North Carolina very clean and designed by Kelly. When you walk in just so natural with her amazing ability of being an artist. I absolutely love your new shop and my new tattoo of course I would recommend anybody to have their tattoo done at 9 lives Tattoo bye Kelly. Love you and I'll see you soon next visit to North Carolina .

I had 3 sessions with Kelly and I have to saw, she is amazing! Her color work is awesome and her…read moreshop was clean and comfortable...honestly I just really enjoyed getting tattooed by her. I'm a weenie and use numbing cream and she was super accommodating and understanding! I'll definitely be back.