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    Paper Crane Studio

    4.9 (244 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 6:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Ron S.

    great experience with Ted and the team at Paper Crane. I was recommended to Paper Crane by a friend as I've been considering a special tattoo for many months and finally after meeting with Ted Hawkins he proved to me he's the one to do the work. Just got my "fishing fly" last week and it's healing nicely. Ted and I had a great time during the tattooing learning about one another and sharing our world views. He's an amazing artist . I recommend Paper Crane and will surely return. Ron Simmer

    Goldfish + Black/Grey Hands
    Jeffrey D.

    100% highly recommend. From my first meeting with Mikey through two 4-hour sessions, I have LOVED the experience and will be returning. Mikey took time to listen to what I wanted and made the idea come to life to produce a tattoo better than I could have hoped for. During the sessions, we got to have engaging conversation amongst ourselves, the other artists, and customers that I loved being there and didn't want it to end. I will definitely be returning for my next tattoo!

    I felt the urge to get a tattoo so I sent out some feeler messages, and Mikey got back to me right away. The next minute we were on a phone call talking about this piece, he was eager to bring this idea to life and excited to get it done. I walked in the same day, parking was easy, the vibe of the shop was warm and inviting. Mikey took the time to go over some suggestions and ideas, and got the job done. He was great to speak with and he really took the time to go over any questions I had. Will definitely be coming back here again. Mikey went above and beyond my expectations and I'm happy to show off this piece.

    No matter where, No matter what, No matter when
    Debbie G.

    Went in for my first tattoo with my best friends and Brooke was great with communicating with me on IG. Super fast to response and great first tattoos advice. She was super friendly and easy to talk to with concerns I had about it being my first tattoo. For sure will be going to her for my next one. Highly recommend!

    My newest tattoo
    Wendy B J.

    This shop is great. I sent an email to Suzanne through the studio's website. She got back to me immediately and scheduled a consultation to understand what I was looking for. During the consultation, we collaborated and landed on what would become my newest art. I would recommend Suzanne to people interested in getting their first tattoo. She has a gentle touch. I'm very pleased with the end result and will call on her again for my next one.

    Both tattoos done by Brooke. I've had several tattoos done by Brooke

    Brooke is kind, relatable and very professional. I know I'm in good hands when I sit in her chair. We collaborate on the design of my tattoos and she makes sure the placement of the tattoo compliments my other tattoos. Friendly chatter amongst artists and clients plus the music playing in the shop helped me chill out and relax like I was at a friend's house. Check Brooke out at Paper Crane, you won't be disappointed.

    Paws of two different huskies, combined to form a heart shape.

    My brother wanted to gift me my very first tattoo! He found Paper Crane through Yelp. Paper Crane had really great reviews which is what caught his attention. He called and talked to Ted, who turned out to be exactly the guy we needed to do a black/grey realism tattoo that I've been wanting to get for a long time! He called in on a Friday hoping to do the tattoo the next day and Ted said he could accommodate us and reassured us that the vision we had in mind was totally doable! Ted is a super nice, fun guy! And when he found out it was my first tattoo, he made sure we were aware of all the tattoo 101 and explained every step! I'm glad I got Ted as my very first artist. He did justice to our fur babies toe beans and made the experience fun and easy! And Ted actually came in on his day off to do this piece. So thank you so much, Ted! Much appreciated!

    Ruben did a awesome job doing a reconstruction of my old 23 year old tattoo. I love how my trash polka tat turned out.
    Matthew B.

    I love this place. Ruben is awesome with what he did with my tattoo. This was a refurbished tattoo that was 23 years old. Ruben knows how to do Trash Polka. I just want to add more to it

    Don designed this dragon to cover up a forty year old tattoo.
    Brody F.

    I sat for the final session with artist Suzanne Schifflett today. She added color to an already brilliant piece of work. I am very happy with the work!!

    Sasha K.

    I had an exceptional experience with Laura Wangerin at Paper Crane. The studio is clean, friendly, welcoming, and unpretentious. Just great vibes and lots of personality in each artist's space. Laura herself is LOVELY- so talented, communicative, and kind. She worked with me to create a memorial tattoo that I will cherish for the rest of my life alongside the memory of my young friend. Laura had a preliminary sketch in several sizes and mirror images for me to check out when I arrived - we talked through the size, orientation, and placement, and she went on to quickly ink the most gorgeous rooster feather for me - more beautiful than I had imagined. I will absolutely return to Laura and Paper Crane!

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    Ask the Community - Paper Crane Studio

    Hi, will you use ink with ashes from engraved ink? I would like a tattoo with about 10 words in my father's handwriting with his ashes

    Hello, yes, we have had clients introduce ashes from the remains of a loved one into their ink to be applied in the Tattoo

    Do the artists at this studio have experience working with dark skin tones (black tattoo)?

    Yes, we do. Our clientele come from diverse ethnic backgrounds. The average experience of our artists is 20 years in the craft. Most of our artists possess the the expertise and versatility to work in different styles and approach the complexity and… Read more

    How much is your Starting price for a finger tattoo from a different artist?

    Hi! We would need more information on this. Are you looking to touch up a tattoo by another artist? Please email a picture to info@papercranetattoo.com. Thank you!

    Hello, do any of your artist do touch ups?

    Hi! Thank you so much for the question. We can definitely evaluate the piece and let you know what’s possible—please send a photo of the tattoo if you’re comfortable with that to info@papercranetattoo.com. Thank you!

    Can you do color on darker skin tones?

    Hi Danielle! We definitely have artists with extensive experience with this. A consultation is the best place to start. I believe we heard from you via email, but if not we are at info@papercranetattoo.com. Thank you so much for reaching out!

    Do you have any artists that specialize in watercolor tattoos?

    Hi Rachel! We do beautiful color tattoos. “Watercolor” covers a wide range of aesthetics, so please email us a reference picture at info@paperceanetattoo.com so we can better advise. Thank you!

    Hi, are you guys open? I'm looking to get a hamsha tattooed on my shoulder for a cover up. If you guys are open can I get a quote? Thank you

    Hi! Please email us at info@papercranetattoo.com with a picture of the current tattoo as well as any reference pics. Thank you!

    Do you guys take capital one/credit cards as a form of payment?

    Hi! We take credit cards with a small transaction fee.

    Hi there! Do y'all do free consultations? Preferably via email or so? Thanks!

    Hi! Consultations are free yes. Some of our artists are offering virtual consultations, but for certain projects/artists in person with an appointment is necessary. Please email info@papercranetattoo.com with details on your tattoo idea to get… Read more

    Do you happen to do Piercings?

    Hi! We don’t do piercings, but we recommend New Flower Studio!

    How does your studio feel about clients who wish to use numbing cream for pain control?

    No idea. IMHO you shouldn't need a numbing cream if the artist is good (like those at paper crane). I almost fell asleep with my last tattoo there, which was a 4 hour session. You be fine Clara.

    Will there be any Friday the 13th deals going on next week?

    Hi there! Yes! We will be offering pre-drawn flash for $130. Please visit our Instagram @papercranestudio for details on how to get scheduled.

    Does any artist do mini tats here?

    I have not seen mini tats specifically on any of the artist's profiles, but they are all accomplished in their own right. From personal experience I know that Jackie has the talent to do one (great steady hand with fine lines) and I am sure you… Read more

    Are there any artists who are comfortable or experienced with tattooing dark skin?

    Hi Keith! Absolutely. Please email us at info@papercranetattoo.com with what you're interested in getting tattooed so that we can match you with a suitable artist with the proper experience.… Read more

    Looking for an artist who can do a California poppy. Suggestions?

    Hi Alicia! Thanks for reaching out! It depends on the style you're interested in. All of our artists do beautiful floral work, from traditional roses to fine-art wildflowers. You can browse our portfolios on our website (papercranetattoo.com) to get… Read more

    Which artist does the best one word tattoos?

    Hi Mary! Many of our artists are happy to do script tattoos, so it really depends on your schedule. Please feel free to email us at info@papercranetattoo.com to get connected with an artist who will do a great job with lettering.… Read more

    Do you tattoo minors with parent consent?

    Hi Anali! California law requires a person be 18, even with parental consent. So no, we cannot accommodate anyone under that age.

    Do you guys do Anime tattoos?

    Hi Luis! We do. Please email us at info@papercranetattoo.com with reference pics so we can connect you with an artist. Thank you!… Read more

    How much would you guys charge for a portrait tattoo on arm?

    Hi Jacky! It would depend on a lot of factors, including size, style, color vs black and grey, etc. We would love to get you a quote, so please email us at info@papercranetattoo.com to get connected with an artist.… Read more

    Does this shop have a minimum?

    We do: $100. If you'd like to get started on a quote, you can email us directly at info@papercranetattoo.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

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    Review Highlights - Paper Crane Studio

    I had a originally found Chelsea from just seeing her work on this girl, it was so clean and beautiful I had to ask.

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    Port City Tattoo - $180 15 min tattoo they stretched out to an 1hr for no reason

    Port City Tattoo

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    I love this shop! They have done 3 of my tattoos so far and all of them have healed wonderfully…read more Ben took me in and just did this piece on me along with my other piece from a year ago. His professionalism and attitude matches his work and I will go back to him. I couldn't be more happy with it! Thank you Port City!!!

    Came here about 6-7 years ago after following Damien King from another shop. Great experience and…read morethe tattoos he did still look nearly brand new almost ten years later. Bad experience with Jack Mauk. Gave a deposit for the first tattoo, a geisha with a dragon that takes up the entire outside of my thigh from knee to hip. Ended up being exceptionally cheap for how big the tattoo was and how long it took him to complete. During the tattoo he made kisses towards the vagina on the geisha that he was tattooing. Pretty weird and red flag. Second tattoo, no deposit required for some reason, but he charged me double the amount of the first tattoo for a much smaller and wayyy less detailed tattoo on my calf. I guess not responding to the kissing towards the tattoo or being receptive in general to his weird vibe caused a pricing change for the second tattoo. When called out on the pricing changes and cringy "flirting" he told me I was not welcome back to the shop. At first I was really upset by his treatment, especially because I wanted to return to see Damien for another tattoo, and was going to contact Tom, the owner. But I have found better artists at shops like Classic Fullerton and Roseland Tattoo that would never dream of treating a client the way Jack treated me. Not the smartest business move and just all around weiiiirrdd.

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    Port City Tattoo - First tattoo- Contemporary Traditional Filipino band done by Noel.

    First tattoo- Contemporary Traditional Filipino band done by Noel.

    Port City Tattoo
    Port City Tattoo - Looks way better is person, I got exactly what I requested. It healed perfectly.

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    Looks way better is person, I got exactly what I requested. It healed perfectly.

    Paper Crane Studio - tattoo - Updated May 2026

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