it back to the boat. Pak was very helpful and let me know that he would be able to take care of me and make my vision come true and get me done in time to get back to my boat before "all aboard time". When we got to Tattoo Valor in the morning, Pak already had my tattoo drawn up for me, and was ready to go! He did an amazing job with the details of the flowers and the vines and got the colors and shading spot on to what I was asking for! I am so glad that Pak did my Hawaiian vacation tattoo! The experience was amazing and now I have a beautiful tattoo to remind me of these beautiful islands! read more

Tattoo Valor - My Hawaiian vacation anklet tattoo, designed by Pak especially for me! - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Artist was pleasant, and the work was very nice, but the price was waaaaaaay high. The piece I got was worth maybe $250 on the high end, tops...it only took 2 hours, was not super complicated, and was not color. Anywhere else, I think you're looking at $150-250. I say this from experience, I've been tattooed 12 times by some very talented artists. My bill at the end of the session? $500 + tax. I almost fell over. Again, nothing against the artist or the shop...the guy was chill, the work was good...but you will pay way higher prices for your ink here than you should. read more

I came here on 12/24 but they were booked for the day. I asked if they were open 12/26 in which I was told they were. I returned on 12/26 to get a tattoo I drew up on a napkin after a few drinks on the 24th. Kalani was my artist and he was able to take my napkin drawing and perfect it for me using procreate. *I did ask about cremains in the ink and he said they would do it this did not end up happening but that is ok. Quality tattoo, clean, and sterile. I would come back and recommend this place to anyone read more

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Tyler did the best turtle tattoo with lots of detail work. my best tattoo by far! shop is very clean and professional. Check them out now! read more

Tattoo Valor - Turtle - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

I'm a bit obsessed with pineapples and whenever I'm visiting Hawaii the urge to get a pineapple tattoo always crosses my mind. On this trip to the Big Island, a group of us got the itch together and dropped in on Valor around 5pm hoping maybe some of us could get their pieces done. Kalani was so accommodating and stayed until 11pm to finish all 4 people's tats! This is my third tattoo and my favorite, without a doubt. The detailing is incredible and Kalani's passion for his work is so evident in every stroke. I'm also struck by his amazing talent at his age! I wish you all every success and mahalo for the awesome memory behind this piece! Aloha! read more

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This nice young man was about to go home, but I was coming by to get a tattoo before I went to kona the next day. This young man took me in to get my tattoo. Very nice, professional, listened to my sad story. Good music to listen to while he was doing my tattoo. Took his time didn't rush. I highly recommend this person. Thank you read more

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The shop it self was clean and i really enjoyed the vibe and the other artis i met were really nice and friendly. but I am horribly disappointed in the art I received. I went in for a consultation for finger tattoos with Nick. He informed me that with finger tattoo's he would have to go deeper "almost to blow out but,not to blow them out" so the lines would stay and not fall out through the years. He seemed very knowledgeable so I agreed. The placements are where I wanted and the designs looked solid and exactly what I wanted. For an hour and a half and all fingers for basic designs I was charged $400. I Was told because "fingers are harder to tattoo" I was fine with that because I was confident that the tattoos would reflect the price. Compared to the reference pictures i provided the lines seemed a bit on the thick side but didnt think much of it. 2 weeks after getting them done I started to notice scaring, and them becoming lumpy and not healing properly even though I was taking care of them religiously. I texted him and sent pictures and was told fingers take a month or more to heal and they are known to blow out ( i was not told either of these things at consultation) That they are still healing and they aren't scaring. I heard nothing back after that. After 2 months they finally healed. when I got them done the lines were alot thinner and they didnt seem over worked, but now Alot of the lines are chunky, wobbly , blurred, blown out, and I'm scarrd in places. I texted him again about how they healed and he told me to come in for touch ups to fix the problems. I am unsure how a touch up can fix blown out lines and scarring. Safe to say I will not be going back read more

Gerald, thank you. You've translated my life journey with God and the loss of my two brothers not just into a few lines in ink. Your creation is loud, gentle, and personal because of its meaning. Yet, it lies on my arm for me to see and for others to wonder, maybe even dream of expressing their inner-self through such a profound and unique way - a tattoo. You said, "It's a rite of passage." I agree it is and yet so much more. I thank you for your deep connection with your art, your spiritual gift to connect with me, through it you saw me. Your spiritual awareness gave life to this beautiful tattoo. I am proud to wear and see it each day. I sense a life or a light is born through it. Thank you. Claudine Hopper read more

Got my nose pierced today. Tristan is fantastic. He calmly explained the process and post care. I felt comfortable and confident in his abilities and knowledge. Thank you read more

It's remarkably unclear why Gerald decided to needlessly sabotage everyone, chiefly himself, when it came to scheduling with him. My partner and I were extremely excited to work with him in getting our first tattoos during a vacation to the island, but realized through his lack of communication and professionalism over Instagram messaging that Gerald is the last person anyone should get permanent work done from. I wouldn't even treat a stranger on the street the way Gerald treated us, let alone two individuals who are willing to pay hundreds of dollars to have my work (out of MILLIONS) tattooed on them. Gerald seems to think his artistic talent allows him immunity from exercising basic human decency and respect. If you're reading this Gerald, I sincerely hope you never make the mistake of calling your paying customers "retarded" (among other things) ever again. Unless you know everything about tattoos and the process of getting one (which he apparently expects you to because he will accuse you of "rubbing people the wrong way" if you request a basic mock up), go with a different artist who's capable of acting like a professional and treating you with basic respect. My partner and I messaged Gerald countless times and at best could get a "liked message" or a one-worded response after we paid our deposits, despite the fact that we were asking extremely important questions about his tattoo process (including requesting a mock up, which we didn't think to be unreasonable--but he did, claiming it was "beyond understanding"). If you want to feel good about your tattoo experience, go with an artist who won't leave your questions hanging until the MORNING OF (!!!!) your appointment. The process of communicating with Gerald was draining and unfulfilling to say the least. When we managed to address this with him in person (because he was incapable of explaining himself over text and made us come to the shop instead), his excuse for being uncommunicative was that he "gets messages from like 100 people a day". But we had ALREADY PAID our deposits WEEKS in advance, thus making us paying customers--his lack of ability to treat us like so was absolutely appalling. If you're going to spend anywhere up to $300 on a tattoo (especially if it's your first) don't give it to someone who belittles your entire experience and makes it clear that they're anything but a trustworthy or professional individual. I can't speak for the other artists but when it comes to Gerald, all in all, he definitely ensured that we would have the worst experience anyone can hope for when they're genuinely excited to get a tattoo. Good luck to anyone who decides to deal with this artist & I hope your experience isn't like mine or my partner's! read more

Tattoo Valor - Gerald posted a passive-aggressive message on his Instagram story alerted other customers to his behavior. Be careful! - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Delshay your way. I love his artistic forever art pieces. They are beautiful n originally mine. Not to mention he is fast n furiously talented. Mahalos Delshay.... read more

Tattoo Valor - Memento Mori in my inner calf, jus one out of three tattoos I got from my fav artist Delshay . - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Super clean shop. Extra friendly staff. 100 out of 100. (: Delshay is my artist. He does beautiful work and has a gentle hand. Vote for Delshay. read more

I had an exceptional experience with G, the owner at Valor Tattoo. He was patient with me. He asked questions and truly heard me. He designed an awesome tattoo. I receive many compliments on it. Three of my sisters received similar tattoos. He tailored each one to our own story. If I get another tattoo, I'm only going to G at Valor Tattoo in Hilo. read more

Kalani is my guy, dude did my tattoo within an hour without an appointment. The tattoo was in my arm; not too big or too small. Me and a group of my friends came in an hour before they close, and he was willing to take us all in for whatever tattoo we wanted with a smile on his face. It was my first tattoo so I was pretty nervous, but he was calm and made me feel at ease as well. I was happy with my new tat and loved working with him. Go see him if you need a tattoo, kalani is super chill, patient, and very talented. Book him before he gets super popular read more

Best tattoo shop in the state. The owner has shadowed under some legends in his younger days and has current work that has been all over the world, I can attest to that. If you're visiting it's worth the flight just to get a tattoo. read more

Kalani did my tattoo and he was such a great person to work with!! He took my idea and came up with an awesome design!! He is such a talented artist and really listens to what you want! I loved that he asked me questions about myself so he could incorporate that into the design! The shop is in a great location with lots of great places to shop and eat! The shop itself is really great and has some great artwork! If you are looking for some badass Hawaiian artists you should check this place out!! read more

I have received multiple tattoos from tattoo shops all over the world. Hands down the tattoo I got at Tattoo Valor was the best tattoo experience of my life. All the tattoo artists and clients in the shop treated me as part of their ohana. Gerald is professional and a genuine artist. The final product that Gerald achieved surpassed my expectations, and he accomplished a hyper-realistic tattoo for me. I am beyond satisfied with it. Tattoo Valor is a hidden gem in Hilo. If you are looking for truly exceptional ink come here, but plan ahead because their favorable reputation has them booked months in advance. read more

Gerald, started and will be the artist that finishes my Koi fish sleeve. His work speaks for itself honestly. I've had 3 sessions done so far, and I have one more to go. I wouldn't keep going back if I didn't love everything that he's put on my skin, he out does himself every time! He's such a down to earth guy, and has nothing but your best interest in mind. If you don't go to see him for a tattoo I can honestly say you're missing out. read more

Tattoo Valor - Chrysanthemum + lotus combo - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Love this place. Gerald did 2 dog portraits and a portrait of my grandson. Have some other tats done by them also.

Kalani done my tattoo, and what a great tattoo it is! He is so wonderful and truly very accommodating (of my somewhat indecisiveness - even offered his opinion to help me decide what would look best) Would definitely stop by again for my next tattoo from him! Great tattoo artist!! read more

So underrated hands down best shop around the talent in the shop is amazing great people can't wait to get back in their!