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    River City Tattoo

    4.0 (143 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

    Services - River City Tattoo

    Blemish camouflage

    Gauging or stretching

    Permanent makeup application

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    Permanent makeup consultation

    Permanent makeup touch-ups

    Piercing

    Tattooing

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    Pierced ear
    Carey S.

    We had the best experience at RCT today. My 8 year old daughter got her ears pierced. I made an appointment online, which was so convenient. We arrived a few minutes early and filled out their paperwork. We were taken back to a private room and we had three people helping us. We did the tandem piercing so two people pierced her ears at the same time. The place is so clean, and they took their time. They explained everything they were doing before they did it, which my daughter loved. She was nervous but excited. The piercer said she needed threadless earrings due to her thick earlobes. I have never used these but i trusted their opinion and they look great. They took a lot of time to measure and make sure everything was even. I will recommend them to everyone for their child's first piercing experience! It is pricey but totally worth it - she can go back for a check up anytime and they will help me change her earrings for the first time in 10-12 weeks.

    Jenny P.

    My group of 4 best friends came here around 9 months ago and asked for small tattoos. I requested a gemini symbol on my wrist, my friend a sun on her forearm, another friend a moon on her forearm, and then a heart on my other friend's bicep. I don't remember who our artist was, I think her name was danielle? We initially thought she did a great job considering it was my first tattoo but after about 2 months it was obvious that she pretty much effed them up. If these were tiny fine line tattoos, I'd understand the possibility of them fading but these were no where close to fine line and I would know considering I got two AMAZING tattoos done by artists in NY and LA. These are so ugly and so poorly done. There is truly no excuse to doing such a bad job ESPECIALLY at a place that considers themselves so esteemed. I do NOT recommend coming here for any type of work if they can't even do basic line work

    Jessica F.

    My 9 year old daughter recently decided she wanted to get her ears pierced. While a piercing studio would be more expensive than a mall piercing store, I knew it would also be more sanitary and result in less tissue damage than the typical gun piercing. My sister and several friends have had positive experiences at RCT, so I decided to book there. The various packages and pricing were very clear on their website, so I appreciated that I had a ballpark for pricing up front. Jaiden was our piercer and took so much time with my daughter! Jaiden explained everything in detail. They were both reassuring and understanding. After marking & measuring where the earlobe piercings would be, Jaiden had 2 other people come in to double check the placement. They took so much time & care to be sure the piercings would turn out just right! When it was time to actually do the piercings, they had my daughter lay back before they uncovered the needles, so that she wouldn't actually see the size of the needles and get nervous. Jaiden talked her through breathing to help her stay calm. My daughter was pleasantly surprised that she hardly felt a thing during the actual procedure! She was a bit sore the first night, but by the second day with them, they were no longer sore at all. Everyone we interacted with at the studio was very friendly & everything was exceptionally clean & well sanitized. I am so glad it was such a positive experience for my daughter. I would give them my highest recommendation!

    Nose piercing
    Aleigh H.

    Went to RCT at Chesterfield TC today. Went to get my nose pierced. Morgan was awesome. He gave me all the details about what was going to happen and then how to take care of it. He then cleaned up around the area, let me see where he was going to place it. Then told me to lay down and the piercing took less than a minute and was extremely easy and painless. 100% recommend this clean, exceptionally friendly location. Morgan did tell me this is not is typical location and gave me his contact info in case I had any questions or concerns.

    Lotus done July 2022 by Jaime E.
    Slater B.

    I would highly recommend any and all people to River City Tattoo in Richmond. I've now been twice, making the drive down from Baltimore to see Jaime E. He is one of there many talented artists, but specializes in traditional Japanese tattoos. He is an absolute beast. Fair prices, clean shop, fun environment, and beautiful artwork from ceilings to floors. About the shop, they take walk-ins and appointments. They do piercings and tattoos. They have jewelry ready to buy on site. Beautiful artwork covers the whole store. The shop girls are all very inviting and interested in helping the customers to the best of their abilities. They get people the care they need. Paperwork is ready to fill out as you get ready. Waiting area is huge. Shirts are on sale, snack machines for waiting. Also, bathrooms are very well kept and everything is displayed nicely throughout the hallways. About Jaime, he is an up and coming artist that you need to get in and meet. He knocks shit out the park every time. "Apprentice" at the moment, but he'll shock you. You want a traditional Japanese one shot in Richmond? Jaime Escanellas, that's it. 10/10 care, easy to work with, excited to tattoo, works well with everyone, beautiful artwork.

    very clean studio(s)!
    Isabella B.

    Dylan did an amazing job! He took me in as a walk-in and did exactly what I wanted. I can't wait to go back! Highly recommend him for any tattoo ideas.

    New daith and helix....
    Nancy K.

    Piercing with Jessica Simmons on N Blvd. I am totally happy! Total mid-life crisis move (55'ish!). I had it done it Richmond, VA. River City Tattoo Company. Jessica Simmons owns fours shops and only has one other piercer. She is excellent and takes her time. She explained everything and care afterward in detail. http://rivercitytattoocompany.com/ My daith piercing didn't hurt and the helix piercing only hurt a tiny bit. From what I have read, daith piercings are tricky to do. I accidentally ripped the helix out and I emailed Jessica, although the shop was shut down due to the COVID-19 regulations. She emailed me back and gave me great advice and reassurance. While we were there, she pierced several little girls with their birthday party entourage. So much much! Great shop, super busy, make an early appointment and go early!

    Small piece by Charlie Jones in his own handwriting.

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    Great place to get your little ones' ears pierced. They did an excellent job with my six-month-old baby girl.

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    Ask the Community - River City Tattoo

    How much would a tattoo be on top of my boob like a small one?

    According to their website the minimum is $60. Best bet is to call or stop by so they can see size and intricacies of the design your wanting 😊

    Do they do constellation ear piercings?

    Yes!

    Does this shop have someone with experience vch piercing?

    Yes, they are very experienced and have an excellent reputation. Make an appointment. Jessica owns the shop and Constance is awesome, too. http://www.rivercitytattoocompany.com/

    How old does someone have to be to get their septum pierced?

    You have to be 14

    How much does the snake bite pericings cost and how much does the septum peircong cost here?

    Septum is 55

    How much does it get ears pierced at River City Tattoo?

    Sorry, dont know. Nipples were $60. with barbells. Check ups were free. Three tatts there and they were excellent and very reasonable. Great people. Highly reccomend.

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    Jessica was great about dealing with my fears, making sure I was ok and doing the piercings right.

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    1.9 miJackson Ward, Downtown

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