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    Tattoo Lab

    4.9 (112 reviews)
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    Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Lola's Pawprint memorial tattoo
    Rhonda RToo R.

    Justin did a beautiful job with my sweet old lady Lola's pawprint tattoo. It's the exact memorial I wanted - to have her actual pawprint on my foot always walking with me There's a bit of a reflection on the photo but it's perfect and even more beautiful in real life.

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    Matt R.

    Justin is a great artist with a unique style of his own that he brings to tattooing. You can let him run wild and create something completely original and awesome, or bring in your own idea and he'll do a great job with that as well. One thing that stands out in my opinion is his color saturation. He doesn't miss a spot. I've been to him twice now and i never had to return for a touch up. I definitely see myself returning.

    One of his originals that he did in black and grey for me. Ghost chicken rules.

    My fiance and I come here all the time, my man Justin does incredible work, gentle when appropriate, but also knows exactly how to lay in deep color without over working. He is a pro. His original art is sick, and he'll do anything you throw at him. Small cozy shop with good tunes and good vibes, my favorite shop in LA by far! Can't recommend enough!

    Burning church armpit tattoo
    Lauren L.

    I love this shop! I had a really good experience getting tattooed by Justin. He made me feel really comfortable, which isn't always my experience at certain shops. He drew up my idea exactly how I wanted it to be and given the area i was shocked it didn't hurt worse. Luckily he is not heavy handed ! It also healed super quickly and looks so good. Will definitely be back again!!

    Kimberly R.

    I had a very special tattoo that I wanted to get following the passing of my dad - he wanted to come back as an otter in his next life. I talked to Justin about it and sent a photo of what I had in mind. Not only did he work closely with me, but it surpassed everything I imagined and holds a very dear place in my heart. Go see him - he will take care of you!

    Fresh ink from Justin
    Heather L.

    Great place. Talented artist. I got my inner arm done by Justin. I explained my idea and he drew it up quickly. Great with solid color

    Black Metal Toad Tattoo
    Chris L.

    Go see Justin and crew. They'll turn your crazy ideas into a solid piece of work. No pretentious too cool for school vibes here. I'll be back sooner than later.

    Justin is the shit! ultra creative and technically fantastic. He fixed some mediocre work I had done many years ago and made it into something I really like. Go get some work done by this talented kid. You'll be glad you did.

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    Justin Foster is an amazing artist! Some people just impress you with their level of professionalism, and Justin is one of them. I had an idea for him that he was quick to run with and have fun with, which immediately made me feel comfortable with him. Also have to praise his solid line and shading work and his impressive skill with mixing colors. This guy is the real deal and you can tell every year of practice under his belt has been put to great use! I'll definitely be returning

    Mom tattoo! Among Us
    Veronica M.

    I got a tattoo from Justin Foster! Nicest guy ever! Played music I liked, talkative, beautiful small studio! Got the cutest tattoo ever! So stoked about it and going back to get more! Highly recommend

    I walked in with an idea and I walked out with a masterpiece. They really know how to adapt their creativity into your initial thought of what you want to get and it still works. Great group of guys, cool environment, will be getting another one pretty soon.

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    I love this place. I totally recommend it. Super non judgmental. Took my boyfriend as well. He had a good experience. Chris love your work.

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    Justin did my tattoos and my friends first tattoo. He did a great job and we enjoyed talking with him. Definitely recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Tattoo Lab

    How much do you guys charge for a simple small Halloween tattoo and how do you guys do payment?

    The shop minimum is only $100, but it usually depends on what you want to get. There are many factors. Tattoo lab is a cash preferred shop.

    What are the hourly rates?

    We usually charge by the piece

    Is it possible to lighten a tattoo that's shaded too dark I got my tattoo on my shoulder , elsewhere . It's a bunch of roses and they look great but it's been 4 months and…

    That's a case by case situation it sounds like. Stop by the shop and let em take a look and everyone can have a better idea about what can be done!

    I've had a large tattoo done elsewhere when I was on vacation. It's too far to go back. But now that the tattoo is healed, there's missing color in some sections . Could I…

    There's a good chance Tattoo Lab can help you out. Stop in and they can have a look!

    Hello - does the shop have a tattoo minimum? I'm looking to get one small, letter tattooed on my ankle.

    Tattoo Lab has a shop minimum of $100 as of 1/4/24

    How does the pricing work & can a minor get a tattoo with parent consent?

    No minors unfortunately. Tattoos can be priced at an hourly rate, or a flat rate that both artist and client agree on before the procedure.

    What is the tattoo minimum?

    $100 as of 1/18/19

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    I'm glad I picked this place, I gave Jonathan and idea (memento muri) and he picked it up and ran with it.

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    Art Collector Tattoo - Sleeve tattoos, colorful tattoos, tattoo shop in Los Angeles

    Art Collector Tattoo

    4.9(70 reviews)
    0.5 miPalms
    $$$

    Exceptional Artistry and Professionalism at Art Collector Tattoo: Perfect Flow and Precision - A…read moreLocal Surfer's Gem I had a fantastic experience at Art Collector Tattoo. The booking process was seamless, and the professional management--from clear communication to thorough aftercare follow-ups--was impressive. My artist, Ona, is a true professional. She is bold, efficient, and incredibly precise with her work. She suggested curving the palm tree to flow naturally with my body's structure instead of a simple straight line, showing her deep artistic intuition. The sunset gradation is also flawless. I also want to mention Erick, who was amazing. He helped me figure out exactly what I wanted for my first tattoo with zero pressure and provided perfect guidance throughout the design process. I feel genuinely lucky to have this shop and such high-caliber artists like Ona and Erick right in my neighborhood. Highly recommended for anyone looking for top-tier, visionary tattoo work in a professional yet chill atmosphere!

    I had an interesting experience with this shop. It wasn't bad, but it was different…read more I was originally supposed to have Erick do my tattoo, but 2days prior to the appointment the management team said he had an emergency so he was no longer available to do the tattoo. I was bummed because I looked up his work on their site and his IG and really liked it. They gave me other days to have the tattoo done by him, but it didn't work with my schedule. Well, when I walked into the shop I'm pretty sure it was him in there working on a tattoo with someone else. W/e no biggie. Maybe things changed or he just wasn't up for my tattoo idea. Berkant was the artist I ended up with. He arrived right at my scheduled time. He was straight forward no small talk, which I prefer so that was nice. Unfortunately I don't believe the details of this appointment were discussed with him as he had to take multiple breaks to get on the phone with the shop managers (they were not there). Was quoted $1k for 8 to 10 inch tattoo, it's just at 7.5. Artist Info on their site says he is quick and he definitely was. There isn't much detail to my tattoo, tho. They were given an inspo pic, and I would have thought that they never saw it. The actual tattoo is more delicate than I expected. Still cute Overall, it wasn't a bad experience but it was not one that made me feel like I would go back. I don't blame the artist at all and I still like my tattoo. That's what matters. In my experience shops have someone who is more of a receptionist to go over details and information before and after, but they didn't have this. There were only artists in there and they were with clients. I will update this review with a picture of the healed tattoo in a couple of weeks.

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    Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - My first tattoo from Ink Monkey by Max

    Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing

    4.5(607 reviews)
    2.9 miVenice
    $$

    Highly recommend! I originally came in with a pretty simple (and honestly not great) snake drawing,…read morebut then I met Olee and she completely transformed it into something so much cooler and more realistic than I could've imagined. She is incredibly talented, attentive, and made me feel comfortable the entire time. She really took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and never rushed me, which I appreciated so much. It felt like she genuinely cared about getting every detail just right. We even decided to go much bigger than I had originally planned, and I'm honestly so glad we did because I am absolutely in love with how it turned out. The whole process was way easier than I expected, fairly painless, and I didn't feel a thing afterward. I've gotten so many compliments on the detail and precision of the work. If you're looking for someone who listens, delivers, and elevates your vision, Olee is it.

    I went to Ink Monkey to get my first tattoo. When I called earlier the receptionist was very…read morepleasant. She welcomed me and remembered my call. I spoke with the tattoo, artist Max and he put me at ease and explained the process and the consent form . He also made sure to check my Cal ID. His station was clean. He made sure to clean and sanitized everything. I showed him the design I wanted. He made different sizes and helped me choose the best part of my arm to do it. He had some really cool tattoos. He took his time to start. And he was correct it didn't hurt. The tattoo came out beautifully and the way I wanted it. Thank you Max.

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    Aesthetic Ambition Piercing and Fine Jewelry - Fresh paired navel piercing

    Aesthetic Ambition Piercing and Fine Jewelry

    4.8(333 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    I tried to go to this place several years ago and reviewed them on Google…read more I'm also placing my review here because I saw that the owner responded to me and said that he was there the day that I came. The problem is, I wrote my review several months after my visit and the woman who answered the door told me that she was the only one in the shop. This place has bad business practices, poor customer service, and the owner gives untruthful excuses. My original review: I meant to write this review sooner because I was very disappointed. I went here because I lost my nose ring. I did not realize you needed an appointment beforehand just to purchase jewelry. When the woman came to the door I was informed of the requirement and told she couldn't help me because she was with another customer. At no time did she offer to make an appointment for me or say that I could call to make an appointment later. I don't know if I'm being too sensitive, but I actually feel like it was racial that I wasn't offered any options. I absolutely will not ever in my life come to this establishment for anything. I felt it was very unprofessional and rude or she doesn't know customer service and the skill of attaining new customers.

    Aesthetic Ambition is the best!! All around an incredible shop! Every piercer and staff member is…read moreknowledgeable, thoughtful, and professional. Cleanliness is a top priority and is taken very seriously (as it should be, but wow they are great). The whole shop is clean, so cute, and welcoming. So many details have been so well thought out. The aftercare instructions delivered on a custom made card, the beautiful selection of high quality jewelry, there aren't enough good things I can say about this place. Alejandra and Niche (maybe Eli too? Not sure, I had very specific needs and did a lot of calling) helped make sure I got the appointment properly scheduled and helped communicate an extreme needle phobia to the piercers Amber and (shop owner) Tidus who did a tandem piercing to get it over with quickly. I highly recommend this spot in general and for kids or adults with needle sensitivity/phobia. Huge thank you to my favorite piercing shop in LA/Santa Monica!!

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    Custom spiral piece for a coinslot with charms attached

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    Fresh Daith with a Chrysoprase "Bittersweet" seam by BVLA

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