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Tattoo Odyssey

5.0 (20 reviews)
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Well, thanks to all the 5 star reviews, I chose Tattoo Odyssey to do some ink for me yesterday. Manny was amazing! He listened to me drone on and on about my dogs and how important their portraits are to me. I wanted Piper's picture to capture her cuteness and sparkle she had for 17 years! Not only did he give me exactly what I wanted, he also fixed up and added to some other work I've had done. He's known as "Manny the Mad Tatter" but I think he's Manny the Magician! I will be using Tattoo Odyssey for ALL my ink going forward!

My dragon by Gil!
Keith R.

My 20 year old dragon tattoo got a much needed facelift from Gil at Tattoo Odyssey on Castor Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia! Love it! Tattoo Odyssey is the only place I will go for my tattoos! Gil is the man!!!Thanks again! Soon after I got more ink from Gil and I love it!

Can't say enough kind things about Gil , and the others , but I will say I'm getting so many compliments on my coverup , I love it and will possibly add more flowers but still looking to get ankle coverup

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Seema F.

Unlike most, walk in, look in a book, and get a tattoo places, Tattoo Odyssey runs on appointment only. They have 2 days (Tuesdays & Thursdays from 2-9pm and Saturdays from 1-6pm. ) where you can walk in and ask someone about your tattoo. It was a 30 minute drive for me (I live in center city), but I'm really glad I did. After a string of horrible tattoo parlor visits, I nearly gave up on my mission. I had a fairly simple request--to add a phoenix to my existing dragon. I had gone to several places with my very clear drawing (drawn in Adobe Illustrator) of what I wanted. More than one place said they couldn't do it or I wasn't being clear enough. In other words, I had to look at their pattern book and pick one. Gil, on the other hand, actually draws his work. I had a clear idea, so perhaps it was easier, but I saw people go in with very vague ideas and come out with something amazing. From the time you come in, he actually takes time to figure out exactly what you want. They require an initial $50 deposit, which they will subtract from the final cost. He'll then take about 2 weeks to draw it and make sure it's perfect before starting. This place is pretty popular, there will be a 4-6 week wait. But believe me, it is absolutely worth it. The work itself was very precise. As a former draftsmen (for a very short time) Gil has excellent line quality. He's also an amazing artist with an major eye for detail so the shading will be perfect. He didn't just take my drawing and trace it on there. He redrew it so that it matched my old tattoo and shaded both to look like they had been done at the same time. I originally went in there around September and it was finally completed in November (after 2 sittings). The whole place was very attentive. They called me when he finished the drawing, and made sure to remind me of my appointments. To top it all off, the price was very reasonable. He didn't charge by the hour like most places, he gave me a flat rate up font so I knew exactly what to expect. You may be hesitant to wait 4-6 weeks, but there is no doubt that I made the best choice I possibly could have made. It's incredible work at a really good price, so I guarantee you will be glad you waited.

Tropea J.

Got a tattoo done today in memory of my sister. I absolutley am loving it. Manny did a great job and made me feel comfortable. Other staff are friendly.

PERFECT Pair. I'm so pleased with these. Gil took incredible time to insure placement/angle/colors/everyrhing. The execution is flawless.
Patrick S.

Every part of this process, up to and including the tattoo itself is perfect. I love my new art more than words can express.

Sleeve work by Gil
Natale D.

I've been getting tattoos from Gil for over 13 years now. From simple designs to intricate multiple session pieces Gil can do it all. His attention to detail and thoughtful input makes for an amazing final product. Gil is professional, fair priced and reliable.

Love it!! Manny is the best!!!

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Gil did an entire back piece on me. He's the best tattoo artist I've ever met. He cares about his work and it shows.

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Best place ever. I get my ink with brett and he is amazing. The staff and work is amazing.

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Best experience I have ever had getting ink done. Fantastic crew....working on my next appointment now

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I got a tattoo from Gil in 1992 and you can still see all the detail 22 years later.

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“Gil suggested the vine should start in the middle of my ankle and wrap around the back coming up my leg.”

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