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    Rise Above Tattoo

    4.6 (118 reviews)
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Cat D.

    Tommy Omega is AMAZING and I 1000% recommend him! He managed to create exactly what I was looking for even though I was probably pretty bad at explaining it lol. He was by far the most professional artist I've been to, kind, funny and made me totally comfortable over the two sessions I had. His use of color and shading is impeccable. I am thrilled to have finally found 'my guy' for all future work. Thank you Tommy! I'll be back!

    Kenzee R.

    @Tommy0mega is by far the most professional and down to earth tattoo artist I've gotten the pleasure to have work done by. My entire stomach he brought my ideas to life with being so utterly respectful. Too often then not you hear a bad experience with a tattoo artist being inappropriate but I'll be the first to say I felt safe and heard throughout the entire process. I couldn't thank him enough for my pieces but just being in wonderful company. Highly recommend'

    Finished side

    Started the outline of my tattoo, went back a few weeks later to have more work done. Was about to get about 1/2 finished so I said I would come back for one more session to finish. Called and left voicemails at the shop. Called Michael personally, wasn't able to get a response back. I had to go to a different shop and have someone else finish my piece for me.

    Adriana R.

    I love this spot. Best shop I've ever been to, All the Artists are amazing. Michael Rivera has been doing all of my recent work and it always comes out dope!

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    I am so happy to have found this shop. I was welcomed as soon as I entered the shop and i found out the walk-ins were definitely welcomed here. I didn't think that was a thing any more. My artist, Tyoni, listened to the options I presented and help me decide. She did a tremendous job with my tattoo. She didn't even get upset when I asked her to stop a couple of times so I could have some water. The price she quoted me didn't break the bank either. All saying, I've been to several tattoo shops in my life but I will be making this shop my shop. I'll be back soon. If you need a clean shop with cool people, music, and vibes, go to Rise Above. You won't be disappointed.

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    Zoie F.

    I had originally seen JoJo's work on instagram (@Joannanguyenart) and totally fell in love with it. After several weeks of lurking her instagram feed I hit her up and inquired about getting a piece done. I had an idea in mind, but no specific specifications (besides wanting it on my leg and incorporating some Daffodils into it). Joanna was very friendly and after a few hours of communicating via text message I booked an appointment with her. Yesterday was the big day! On three hours sleep I drove over 60 miles to go see her. Rise Above tattoo is located just South of the 10 freeway in Montclair - I live up in the Chatsworth/Simi Valley area; that should say it all! Everyone in the shop was incredibly nice, friendly, and welcoming. The shop was also immaculately clean and everything was unwrapped and set up right in front of me. Joanna showed me the completed sketch (she had previously sent me what she had so far in text) and it was beyond amazing - everything I could have hoped for and more! The tattoo took several hours to complete, but during that time we talked about music and life and she let me take breaks every time I needed. Nothing felt rushed at all, and Joanna was a work horse! She didn't take any breaks until I was ready to take one. Her level of detail is incredible, she meticulously checked her work and she was very light handed. The price of the tattoo was also amazing! Quality work does cost, but for the size of my tattoo and the level of work put into it the price was very, very, very, very amazing. The end result is better than anything I could have ever dreamt of! She managed to take the concept I have thought of forever and brought it to reality on my skin! So ecstatic!

    Sailor Jerry flash tattooed on elbow by Chris

    Sick ass shop. All the artist are super cool and very professional, I'd let every single one of them tattoo me blindfolded. This shop has my loyalty. I've been getting tattooed by Chris for a little over a year now and always know he's going to do a kickass job. If you ever feel the urge to get tattooed definitely hit these guys up and make an appointment. The only down side I seem to have with this shop is one of the guys Mike I think his name is, he's kinda weird always eating jersey mikes and hates on the Red Hot Chili Peppers

    Angelica J.

    I have collected a few tattoos over the years, but this is the place I call Home now. Big Clint is my guy, but everyone in the shop is super talented! Not only are they talented, they are the coolest people! You instantly feel welcomed by everyone... no uptight rockstars, just some folks who love what they do and are great at it! I know you'll be happy you made the choice to go to Rise Above and you'll definitely be back!

    It was the BEST tattooing experience I ever had. Michael Rivera is an amazing artist and very friendly. He made my whole experience a memory I will always remember. Definitely recommend and I will hit him up again for my next tattoo.

    Bea Y.

    I got my "first ever tattoo" done on my back here about a year ago. I requested for 5 Chinese characters to go down vertical on my spine but was recommended to have it next to the spine instead. I remember telling him I wanted it straight... Later when I was able to show off my tattoo my friend confronted me about the placement. He basically told me that my tattoo was really slanted. I had him take a back profile picture of my tattoo and was so disappointed. It was extremely obvious how slanted it was. I regret getting my first tattoo here done by Michael. I really wish he could have just told me that he didn't know how to tattoo it straight. This tattoo has been bothering me so much ever since I found out.

    Done by Joanna Nguyen. Beyond SATISFIED.
    Desiree B.

    My co-worker has been coming here for the past few months working on her sleeve and she told me about it. Doing my research I found Joanna Nguyen (JoJo). Impressed with her work I sent her a message and she was very easy to communicate with and very nice. Drawing up the sketch and showing me the night before I was blown away and couldn't wait to get the drawing on my body. She's very gentle and has a light hand and is very precise about her work, basically takes her time. Which I love! When she was done and I got up to see my new tattoo I fell in love! She really out did herself and I will definitely be going back to her for more work. Highly recommend! P.S. her pinups are HOT.

    Idea on the left and mine on the right. So much better without all my weird skin lol
    Fatima M.

    Fucking awesome establishment!! Great old school vibes and most excellent artist. Tommy really drew up exactly what I had in my fucked up mind! Both me and my man have had work done here by mike and fish and tommy . Already ready to have tommy draw up my next piece. Do yourself a favor and check them out for your next amazing piece of art that will last a life time.

    Went in to get a tattoo yesterday with my sister to see if they were able to do any walk ins and Tommy was able to get us in. It was my first tattoo so I was very nervous but he made the entire experience awesome. When we showed him our designs we wanted he put his own little twist to the both of them and they turned out amazing. He really made me feel comfortable and calm throughout the entire time. We talked back and forth throughout the entire job and it kept my mind off of the fact that needles were going into my shoulder. He is very patient too which we really appreciated. Definitely will be going back to get another one from Tommy.

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    Excellent artists who work with you. Be prepared, they are busy :-) but its totally worth it!

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    I had an awesome experience with my first tattoo!!!! I loved Micheal's energy and loved his work.

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    we will not tattoo a 19 year old girls hand! sorry we have morals..

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    Fantastic tattoo shop, good work and people are nice. Great place when you want to be stabbed repeatedly for a few hours!

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    Funny clean fast and wonderful tattoo artist!!! Thank you so much Mike definitely coming back for more!!!

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    Ask the Community - Rise Above Tattoo

    Hello! Does your shop do walk ins? Looking to head there tomorrow after work around 5:30 for a tattoo...

    Walk-ins always welcome 👍

    Can I get a tatto if I'm 16 with parent there with ne?

    No sorry, in the state of California you must be 18 to get tattooed

    Are you guys doing Friday the 13 tattoos specials?

    No we are not

    Will you have any Friday the 13th tattoos next friday?

    Yes we will. We will have many options to choose from

    What is the age requirement?

    In California you must be 18 with a valid ID

    Any Friday the 13th deals going on tomorrow??

    No sorry!

    How much do you guys charge for a nice piercing if you guys do them?

    Sorry be no longer do piercings! But please keep us in mind when you need a tattoo!

    What is the tattoo minimum?

    80$ ! Come on by!

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    Review Highlights - Rise Above Tattoo

    “Shout out to Clint for bringing together a great shop, the best I've ever been to and I will always be back.”

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