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    Pa'u Tattoo

    4.3 (83 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    JP is throwin it down at Pau's! Took a tat I couldn't stand and flipped it into the sickest piece I got, all a shot from the hip. That's straight up eye for the art. Creative, clean lines, HYGIENE ON POINT, and mad talented too! Definitely going back for 500 more tats from him. ...hates Nicki Minaj though, smh. Go check him out!

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    Visiting my sister in Hawaii and decided on the fly to get a tattoo while we were visiting the north shore. Thai was amazing and gave me the best experience, 10/10 recommend

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    Nathan M.

    Place was so sick and clean. I would recommend this place to everybody that lives in the north shore or visiting. JP took my idea of my tattoo I wanted and made it a reality. I'm so happy I went and got my tattoo done with JP. He's a new artist but really takes his time with details and coloring. His partners have some killer talent and each one brings something different to the table. The shop is so nice, clean and plenty parking. Mahalo JP for my sick Ink.

    Brandi I.

    If you're anywhere on Oahu, come here to get your tattoo done! Ryan is awesome! Very talented and easy to chill with. I've gotten two tattoos done here now, both by Ryan and super happy with his work. Shop is clean and pretty spacious, all the guys are great! Lots of talent in this place.

    Kenneth F.

    When I sat with Ryan, it was like hanging out with an old friend. We told stories, we laughed, and I left with a truly unique tattoo experience. Until next time Ryan, mahalo!

    Long over due review for Pa'u Tattoo, specifically for Jp. The location is easy to find, every artist there makes you feel comfortable- kind of like welcoming you into their ohana while you are there sitting in the most comfortable kind of pain. I noticed how they all want the customer leaving with the best possible piece of art. They all compliment each other. The piece Jp designed for me is beautiful. It was designed for my girls- my family. I recommend Pa'u Tattoo and I highly recommend Jp. However, any artist there won't have you leaving disappointed.

    Rooster Tattoo

    Ben Trail is the man. He solidified a memorable vacation with my mom with this tattoo. He welcomed us with open arms as walk-in customers. He's not only a talented artist, but a genuine human being. My mom and I got a chance to meet other artists here as well. All talented and great people. If you're in North Shore -- this is the place to go get inked. Thank you so much Ben!

    Lion of Judah and the Lamb of Salvation

    Tyler did an amazing job for my first Tattoo. All the Tattoo Artists were great, supportive, and enjoyable to talk to. Great supportive, Hawaiian vibe! I will be going back on my next trip to the Island. True Artists that care about their work. Aloha! - Martin Jung

    Finished
    Camille C.

    Another beautiful piece added to my collection thanks to Branson! I mostly have Japanese artwork but came to the conclusion that my ass needs to get inked. I've never had any lettering tattoos so it was exciting to get a VERY special name tattooed on me. At first I was going to do my ribs, but due to the fact that I have a full back piece that somewhat fades into the ribs already, he helped me decide the perfect placement on my flat ass . My boyfriend has been getting tattooed at this shop for years by Ty. All the guys in the shop are super chill and funny. I was cracking up the whole time while I was getting inked. Anyways, Braddahh Brans came through with an amazing piece. He made me feel comfortable and tattooed perfectly. I'm so in love with my new tattoo! Thank you so much!

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    Alanna O.

    BROOKS WAS AMAZING 10/10 Ryan not so much, wouldn't recommend :( BROOKS- I came in with a picture from Pinterest as a rough idea and he absolutely killed it! I wasn't sure about the placement and I was set on just black. He fit the tattoo design perfectly on the back of my ankle and suggested to add in turquoise and blue accents. I am so glad he did! He did the design freehand. Was very patient and accommodating to my requests and suggestions. For a free hand design it's very symmetrical and lines up really well with my body. Healed very well. This unique tattoo is now my favorite of the lot. Thank you so much Brooks! Ryan- gets a big thumbs down. My very good friend was scheduled for a commemorative piece for the OPC plane crash victims. Ryan was fitting him in last minute which was great at first. First sitting went well and another was scheduled. He didn't show up for the next sitting at all! No attempt to notify his client. Also, while I was at the shop for my tattoo Ryan had a girl show up for a scheduled appointment. My tattoo was almost done by the time he even got her in the chair 1 1/2- 2 hours later!! Yikes.

    What I wanted

    Can here for vacation and wanted to commemorate my first trip to Hawaii. First impression of the shop I was in awe. A ton of traditional drawing's on the wall, which we found out he drew himself. Our artist Ty, provided excellent service being patient with sizing and it was a very uplifting experience. He talked to me throughout the entire process even giving facts and history of his ancestors. He made us feel very comfortable and I will definitely be coming back to Hawaii just to get another tattoo by this man.

    reference photo we based the ink on!
    Ren N.

    I chose this place with apprehension because of the mixed reviews it has on here but I gave them the benefit of the doubt and came here. I walked in and Ryan quickly saw me and gave me a quote for what I wanted, then we scheduled an appointment for the next Friday, the day before I left for home in the mainland. When I came in for my appointment, I suppose there were 2 people that came in before me. Idk if they had an appointment or not but I ended up waiting an hour or so before being seen. The only reason why I stayed was because I went through Ryan's portfolio and I really love his work (his IG is @artofryan!!!) Him and the other artists are super nice but I think I agree with the other reviewers that it lacks a bit of professionalism. I didn't mind waiting, though, and I'm glad I did because I really love the result. It's also healing a lot better than my first tat (I haven't bled at all yet). I recommend texting your artists before coming in for your appt to see if they need more time with other clients than scheduled! Also, it's cash only so come in with paperrrrr

    Pua and hei hei with a little Polynesian twist for my poor Disney soul...
    Bec T.

    I first came here in 2017 to see Brooks. He had sat down with me and listened to what I wanted to incorporate into my sleeve I was working on and I could tell he got excited by what he imagined he was going to do. Finding an artist who can take your ideas and run with it and be enthusiastic about a piece is key in my mind. Took a couple of sessions but it still looks amazing and I get compliments almost every day on the work and detail... I have been back multiple times, stay tuned for more reviews on Brooks' epic work...I Recommend him, and the other guys at the shop to everyone...they're living their island life with aloha.

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    JP was very nice, and did an exceptional job, attention to detail, responded fast, and the shop was playing such a cool dj set on the tv.

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    Beautiful shop with a nice sitting lounge and good people! Tyler and their crew are worth every penny! Aloha

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    We were walk-in's and they got us in right away. Wonderful experience and great tattoos.

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    I have been tattooed everywhere from SF California to Hawaii since a teen and Brooks is hands down the best guy and tattoo artist I have had!

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    If you're looking for an incredibly talented tattoo artist in Haleiwa, I highly recommend Will. His…read morework is THE BEST. The level of detail he puts into his tattoos is amazing. Every line is clean and every shadow/shading is perfectly placed. He brings your tattoo ideas to life and turns them into something unique and personal. You can tell he takes a lot of pride in his work and genuinely cares about giving his clients something special. On top of his talent, he's super friendly and easy to talk to, which makes the whole experience that much better. If you're in Haleiwa and thinking about getting a tattoo, Will is definitely the artist to see. Pricing is reasonable and he takes walk ins! I will be returning for him to do a large piece for me ASAP

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    4.3(40 reviews)
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    On vacation in Hawaii and wanted to get a piece that represented my love of the island. I went…read morethrough all the local artists on the island and found Jimmy. He was really nice and walked through his ideas and gave him a deposit and made an appointment. I love the feel of the shop and he has a lot of artwork up that he has done. He has a lot of experience and love for the island that shows in his work. He has a light hand and it was painless which was surprising. I am going back to the island soon and ready for him to do some more work

    I am beyond ecstatic with the work I had done by Jimmy. I went in knowing I wanted a tattoo by…read moreJimmy (he had tattooed several of my friends and I had my Uncle go to him when he was in town). I knew that my tattoo would be a chrysanthemum, but nothing more than that. My tattoo took 3 appointments, but I appreciated that it was broken down this way. The first appointment I had was to consult with Jimmy about what I wanted. I explained that my tattoo was a memorial for my mom who had passed away. It was to be a chrysanthemum because it was our shared birth flower and a favorite of my moms. Jimmy asked about colors and I mentioned I wanted to encorporate green because it was mom's favorite color. He showed me several images of chrysanthemums and explained their significance in Japanese art and tattoo culture. Knowing how well the flower matched my reasons for getting it, I was confident I had chosen the perfect artist for my piece. My second appointment was for the outline. I appreciated that Jimmy took the time to explain the process to me and made sure I knew what was going on as he worked on my. He checked in to be sure I was comfortable (as comfortable as you can be getting a tattoo). I left with a beautiful outline in a relatively short amount of time. My last appointment was for color, shading and completion. Jimmy showed me the colors he had chosen based on our initial consultation and again talked me through the process. I am beside myself with the beauty of the piece I am now wearing. I highly reccomend Jimmy Mack Tattoo to anyone looking for quality work created by an artist.

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    Healed work on both arms by Jimmy

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    Jimmy is a Black and Grey specialist.

    Jimmy Mack  Tattoo - This tells the story of a sports fishing adventure in Hawaii. Jimmy and Clay Owens went out to sea and..."HANAPA'A!!"

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    Freedom Laser Hair and Tattoo Removal - Before and directly after 1st session

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    5.0(57 reviews)
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    I've been getting my eyebrows tattooed since I was 20. I'm 35 now and although I loooove my brows,…read moreI always get complemented on them, recently I stopped liking the shape--especially the ends, which felt too long. So, I decided to try laser tattoo removal. While randomly browsing on Groupon, I came across a deal from Freedom Laser Hair & Tattoo Removal. The reviews, both on Groupon and online, were really positive, so I went ahead and bought the deal for $45 (small area). I had to pay an extra $10 groupon booking fee, but the price itself was so affordable I didn't mind. At my appointment, the technician Emily mentioned I could purchase directly from her in the future, and she'd still honor the Groupon price, which was super kind of her. If you're interested, check if the deal is still available online. The Groupon covers small, medium, and large tattoo removal areas. For my next session, I'll be booking directly through her. This was my first experience with any type of tattoo removal, and I'll admit I was a bit nervous. I'd heard it can be more painful than getting a tattoo. Emily doesn't use numbing cream, but she has a cold air machine that blows over the area while the laser works. It helped a lot, less of a shock than I expected. Since the area was small, I was in and out in about 15 minutes. In terms of pain, I'd say it felt pretty similar to getting the original tattoo. If you've had your brows tattoo and touched up, you know what I mean. (The pain isn't the best) Even after just one session, I noticed a big difference. The pigment lifted way more than I thought it would. I'll probably need one more session since I've had multiple tattoo applications over the years, but I'm already really happy with the results. Huge thank you to Emily--she was amazing! Her online system is super efficient. It sends reminders, outlines policies and procedures, and includes everything you need to know before, during, and after your appointment. She's professional, thorough, and kind. I'll definitely be recommending her to my friends and family for any laser needs, especially tattoo removal. Highly recommend!

    Emily is amazing and makes you feel good in your own skin. I have done multiple different services…read morethe past year and a half and I'm so thankful I found her!

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    Eyebrows before, dark and gray

    Freedom Laser Hair and Tattoo Removal - Eyebrows immediately after laser removal! Such a fast process! I'm so happy already!

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