This will be a long review, but it's definitely worth reading. 5 years ago (at a different tattoo…read moreshop, Skinsations in Kingsport TN) I was absolutely butchered. I began a full sleeve and had several pieces placed and then moved on to water colors as the background. The "artist" I went to did a good job on the multiple pieces, and said he could absolutely do water colors as the background. Once the session began I noticed it wasn't getting better, but he assured me to trust the process. After 5 sessions and arrived for my 6th I was very concerned as my arm looked like a child may have polka dotted me from top to bottom. He wanted to begin on the back of my arm first and it just so happened another artist walked by and said "what is that?". My so called artist said "I'm doing a spin off on her elbow." Guess what? I had no idea he was doing circles around my elbow. I immediately made him stop and I left. For the past 5 years I have been wearing nothing but long sleeve shirts because I was so embarrassed of my arm. I found a few other tattoo shops along the way that said they couldn't fix it unless we lightened the background and I wanted it black. No one would help me so I gave up because I really thought no tattoo shop in the tri cities was worth their salt. So, this past summer while on vacation, I was in 100 degrees wearing long sleeve, so I gave it another go at a shop in Gray TN. I was completely hosed. I went in for a 2 hour session and Chelsey. the "artist" got up multiple times and left me sitting. she had to get a drink, she had to get a table that someone was dropping off...etc.... she charged me for the full 2 hours when it was like 30 minutes. I was done! I let another season pass and I could not take it anymore. I found Little Chicago and I decided this would be my last attempt. it was my last attempt because my arm is now almost 100% complete and beautiful all because of an artist named Raven. I cannot believe how much she has changed this arm and it's truly a masterpiece. I am so excited to be back in short sleeve shirts and my confidence level is so high because of her work. Please, take this advice, if you really care about how your tattoos are going to look, you really should contact Raven at Little Chicago. Melissa

Got my conch pierced here with Cammie and it went wonderful. She was very kind to me and helped…read morecalm my nerves. Was clean, kind, and professional. Would definitely come back here too. Dave was also very kind and professional. Note that it is cash only here for the most part but they do have an atm on site.

Amazing service and so helpful! Amazing jewelry selection! This is the only place I go for my…read morepiercings

Very professional Very clean…read moreVery knowledgeable By appointments only Jake takes the time & listens to your wants. Jake is very knowledgeable with feedback on any questions about the piercings & jewelry. I love being treated like a queen w/ respect & that is what I get. When I tip It is on the service that I get. Yes I tip The results of the piercings are awesome!!! PS just take care of them & they heal great!

I am visiting my parents in Asheville this week and Janet gave me an amazing reiki treatment! I…read morehighly recommend seeing her if you are at all curious. At first I was somewhat skeptical of reiki, but after having two sessions I'm a full convert. In my view, reiki helps clear out negative energies that might be stuck inside your body. These energies can lead to depression, pains in the body, and a general feeling of anxiety. The reiki practioner targets these energies and helps release them. Janet talked with me first about my needs and hopes for the session, and asked me to remain flexible with the outcome--and I'm glad she did because more was released than I ever thought possible. She made me feel very comfortable and cared for during the whole experience. Thank you Janet, from the bottom of my heart, for a truly beautiful, magical, and healing reiki session.

Extremely unfriendly walked in with my service dog and the woman behind the counter. Immediately…read moresaid "no dogs allowed" unbelievable 9 pound service dog I have PTSD but who cares right-they sure don't.!!!!! Improve? Hire polite and friendly people!!! Under the circumstances you would think that a devastated community would have open arms to business but apparently not!!!

Had an amazing experience getting a nasal piercing with Alan. He is kind, patient and extremely…read moretalented. Had a great time chatting with him and he was very patient as I picked out my jewelry and the location. I trusted him completely and am VERY happy with my new piercing.

I have been to Bella twice now! I first was referred/ recommended to go to get my dermal that was…read morerejecting after 11 years! The sweet girl ( sorry I don't remember her name) was amazing and I didn't even hardly feel it! The second time I was needing jewelry put back in after a medical emergency. Top notch service by Nic! I personally I would always go here for all my piercing and jewelry needs! I would give them a million stars if I could!

Yesterday my boyfriend and I walked in to Ink-a-zoid and we were able to wait for an artist to do…read moreour tattoos. THEY CAME OUT WONDERFUL!! We couldn't be happier with the results. Lena did mine and I will definitely be going back to her for more. Kristen did my boyfriends and even though she's an apprentice right now she did an amazing job!! 10/10 recommend

Went yesterday for my first tattoo! Kristen did mine and I and very happy with the results. She…read morewas awesome!

Stumbled on this place downtown while visiting , they had quick walk in service & friendly staff…read more Dave was super professional & efficient from start to finish. Overall a great first tattoo experience!

I got a tattoo here during a $50 flash sale and it was great! It was my first tattoo and I felt as…read morecomfortable as I possibly could here and the staff were pretty friendly. The tattoo was really cute and the artist did a great job and I'm proud to have it!

Justin Harless did another piece for me on my chest and it turned out awesome. He always takes your…read moretattoo ideas and makes em 10x better. I always get great remarks on how good they look. Best in the Tri-cities 50/10 recommend.

I went in to check the price of something. They were very rude. Needless to to say I won't have it…read moredone there.

I love my tattoo. Elle is awesome. Such a great artist. I texted her a few ideas of what I was…read morelooking for and she came up with great design. She was super accommodating getting me in last minute and making herself available. She was patient and very pleasant / fun to talk too. Her attention to detail is impeccable. I would not hesitate getting another tattoo with her when I'm back in Asheville.

Loved our last minute tattoos! We walked in for a few tattoos while in town and the people there…read moreare so friendly and it's super clean. Reasonably priced also! Thank you!

Stopped in for a quick tattoo with my friend as we were taking a trip to the mountains for the…read moreweekend. Was turned away at first and told to come back later since there was a wait for both piercings and tattoos. Later on, about an hour later, got the call to come on in. The three of us went in, and we're getting started right away! The overall experience from when we walked in, to when we left was remarkable. My friends got matching tattoos that came out wonderfully, while I got a simple tattoo but LOVE it.

Received simple cartilage piercing. This is my 9th piercing but first here. Just 2 days after…read morepiercing, I developed a significant infection at the piercing site. Also the post placed was too short, and the screw back was way too tight on the back of my ear. Had to remove piercing and be treated for infection. Staff was nice and friendly, however, it appears there are issues with sanitizing during the procedure. Won't be back!

Had a great experience at Captive Minds. Was greeted as I walked in & was shown the jewelry I could…read morechoose from. I got my ears re-pierced & a helix. Everything was very sanitary and measurements precise. I felt very comfortable and cared for. Would definitely recommend this shop for piercings. Will be returning to purchase more jewelry.

Got my nose piercing by Billy. It didn't hurt and love the Jewerly they have on hand. If you are…read morethinking of getting any piercing please go and see Billy. They are clean,professional, and caring.