Advance Tattoo - Tattoo artist Vincent Vincent is a tattoo artist who truly stands by his work from the moment you walk in to his shop. He treats every client, like a King or Queen. Whether you come in with your own design or just an idea, Vincent takes a time to collaborate with you and turn your vision into exactly what you're looking for. He is known best for his American traditional (old school) style, seamless blending, with modern techniques. His tattoos are timeless, bold and built to last for years. Popular designs include skulls, roses, tribals, birds, landscapes, animals - But whatever you can imagine, Vincent can bring it to life. Vincent is also known highly skilled in cover ups and scar concealment, helping many clients transform existing tattoos or hide scars with amazing results, is attention to detail. His attention to details, professionalism and dedication to quality truly sets him apart. I highly recommend vencing and his work. read more

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Advance is a warm and gregarious fellow, puts you at ease if you are nervous. He is a very skilled artist and uses all required and recommended sterilization procedures. I have been a customer of his for more than twenty years, having had about a dozen tattoos by him. Absolutely top rating. read more

Great quality . Advance is a great artist and very humble person. The first tattoo I got from him was over 30 years ago and looks amazing now. See you soon!, read more

Advance is the one and only tattoo artist I have had and I will keep it that way for as long as possible. Had my first piece done when I was 16 (with parental permission) and just had my half sleeve finished up on 5/30/2024 (20+ years later). Goes above and beyond and each piece that I have. I bring him the concept and give him artistic leeway and the end results is always beyond anything I could have designed myself or even thought of. I can't speak to how pricing compares to others because I've never shopped around and know quality work from years of experience is priceless. The nicest and most professional guy possible but will be honest with you if something you want won't work or won't look good in the years to come. My recommendation, don't argue with his advice because he's looking out for your best interest. Safety and sanitation is top notch. I've spent many hours in the chair and still donate blood on a regular basis without issue. He is the true hidden gem when it comes to the tattoo world in Fremont. You would never know his shop existed unless someone told you or you've been there before. Ignore all the shops that advertise everywhere, feel the need to have a storefront on a main road and/or are staffed by young kids looking to get you in and out as fast as possible to make as much money as possible. None of that will lead to a good experience or a quality piece of work that will be on your body forever. read more

What can I say? I love this guy, very chill, honest, have a lot of integrity , we had a pretty good convo about our loved one, I could learn a lot from him. read more

Tattoos By Advance - Tattoo Near Me - Fremont, California

Hands down best place to get tattooed. Charges for the work he does not by the hour. Very professional great atmosphere love coming here for my tattoo work and his work shows how truly talented he is! You will not be disappointed coming here! read more

Vance had done 4 out of 5 of my tattoos. Every single one is amazing and there are no complaints from the experience. He's been tattooing for years and knows the business. Great work good prices. Highly recommend to anyone looking to get work. read more

What do you want in a tattoo artist? First of all you want an artist, Advance is first of all an artist and the finished product shows it! I just had the finishing touches put on a tattoo he did last year and to say I'm impressed is an understatement. read more

Tattoos By Advance - Done by Advance 3/10/2009 - Tattoo Near Me - Fremont, California

I've been going to advance for a couple of years now. He is my fathers artist and I was in dire need of a new artist because my original artist moved out of town. I was getting a phoenix on my leg and was getting quotes from local artists. I tried the notorious Inkies with the quote of 450 for 3 sessions. I figured they'd be pricey. So when my dad took me to advance he asked for 120 for the same bird and to this day will not change the price of any tattoo I get. He truly enjoys art over money- that I can appreciate. read more

I just got my third tattoo by Advance. The first and second tattoos I got were Advance coming to the rescue to fix someone else's messes. Now I got to get a full piece by Advance, and of course he did a wonderful job. I read a lot of real nice reviews about Advance and they are all true. His shop is exactly the kind of place you want to get a tattoo. And Advance is just as nice as everyone says he is. But best of all his quality is amazing. He is truly an artist. I won't go anywhere else for my work. Thanks Advance!! read more

Tattoos By Advance - Love it!! Thanks Advance. - Tattoo Near Me - Fremont, California

I'm one of those people that look forward to my birthday each year. I love the special treatment, having my loved ones around to celebrate, and I'll admit it, the gifts are always an extra bonus. John, my BF is a great gift-giver. I like that his presents are thoughtful and not generic. This year one of my gifts was a trip to the tattoo parlor for my 2nd tattoo. Although I'm no ink addict, I had talked about wanting another tattoo; an emblem from the Filipino flag. Initially we'd chosen SF as the spot. But after quotes of close to $200 for a tattoo the size of a quarter, we decided to go elsewhere. Enter trusty old Yelp. Turns out an artist who's been on the tattoo scene for well over 15 years was right in our neighborhood. I got a great vibe from Advance right when I met him and made an appointment for the following week. Needless to say, I'm very pleased with the end result. While pain is part of the process, Advance made the rest of my experience as "painless" as possible. Not only does my tattoo look exactly as I hoped it would, he did it for a fair price! read more

Advance is a very nice guy and he has a really nice little shop that's clean. However, my tattoo has many flaws and I regret getting it. The lettering is very shaky and unfortunately for myself it's on my body forever. read more

Tattoos By Advance - Very shaky writing the S in serenity literally ruins the whole tattoo for me:( - Tattoo Near Me - Fremont, California

Vance is such an awesome dude. He gave me my Sailor Jerry rose tattoo right before I joined the Navy. Other shops in town wanted $400+ dollars to do my tattoo and when I told Vance, he was shocked and started laughing. He gave me such an awesome deal and his shop is great. Thanks Vance! read more

I was referred to Advance by a coworker years ago. My sister was visiting from NY and we decided to get sister tattoos. Kind of matching but not really. We got them on our lower backs on opposite sides so if we stood heel to heel they would line up. Advance worked with us to ensure that we were getting what we wanted. Both tattoos were unique, which he did freehand. We were very pleased with the results. If you are looking for a new piece of wearable art then Advance is your artist. read more

Best Tattooist in the Bay for 3 decades plus - right!!! Advance gives the true meaning to tattoo artist. His charisma and charm continues to be one of his greatest assets along side his Artistry and evolutionary creations ... With only being tattooed by him twice I'm over due for a nice sleeve or full back. I definitely recommend Advance for any work you are looking for.... Original the better. He works with you to come up with what looks fantastic. He is a genius at what he does. Allot of the time when talking with other artist they refer to him not just on his work but his time in the business. Being in Fremont for as long as I can remember... Advance is an icon. I've got friends and family who have incredible work done by him. His best stuff is seen on his Facebook page... And in his shops albums. He is by appointment only. Don't be pushy or rude either ... He doesn't like that. So my last words for Advance is this ... "...if you don't have ink from Advance on your skin, then you truly haven't gotten the tattooed by the Best." Chasity 2016 By appointment only. read more

I can't believe I have not written a review for Advance yet!!! I have gotten 2 tattoos done with advance he is a great person and artist! He did my big star on my right leg and my mockingjay on my left leg last year my husband surprised me to get my mockingjay done and advances prices are very reasonable! He also touched up a tattoo I have oh my right arm the tattoo on my arm I had for at least 8 years and it was horribly faded looked dead pretty much! And advance fixed her up and she looks good as new again! The place I went to for my arm tattoo was twisted illusions in Hayward I went to phap he's a nice guy but I really do not like that he doesn't want to actually draw anything! He always has to have a reference to do a tattoo at least advance will give u ideas and his opinion to help you! Thank you Advance you know we will be back soon! read more

Tattoos By Advance - Patrick's dragonball tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Fremont, California

Had my tatt done here 5-6 yrs ago...He's awsome.. clean...and he's not all about the $, he made sure it was the tattoo I wanted. It will be on me for the rest of my life. He made things easier for my painful experience. If I ever get my tattoo done again, I'll go back to Advance :) read more

Top quality work at a very reasonable price. I can't think of anywhere that you can get the quality of work for the prices charged. I took my son for his first real tattoo and got one myself for less than $450. This guy has been in the same place more than 20 years. One man shop by appointment only. Bring your own design or have him help you out one together. read more

Tattoos By Advance - Tattoo Near Me - Fremont, California

The Bay Area's best kept secret. If your looking for a "rock star" atmosphere where you going to pay outrageous prices and get crappy work... don't come here. If you want a quality tattoo that's going to last and easy on the pocketbook then come here. I've been coming here for over 15 yrs and Vince's work speaks for itself. Quit getting ripped off and come see what I'm talking about. His website is old and doesn't do his "ink" justice. He is a true journeyman tattoo artist. read more

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Very straight forward shop, Clean,Honest, Friendly .. Thank you Advance read more

I was referred to Advance by a friend. She has all her tattoos done by him. My best friend and I went in, talked to him about what we wanted and came back a few days later for our sessions. He was very professional, is extremely talented at what he does and made my friend feel at ease (this was her first tattoo). This was my 2nd tattoo and larger and more detailed. I paid way less for a bigger, more detailed, way better quality tattoo with Advance. If I ever want another one, I'm definitely going to Advance and recommend if you are looking around for a great tattoo artist, look no further. Advance is your man! read more

Had my best friend bring me here for my 18th tattoo, and it's one of my best. Vance is a true professional, but also loves to joke around. The shop is small, and you wouldn't know it was there unless someone told you about it (trust me, I used to work less than a block away, and lived slightly further for years and never knew the place existed). The price is originally what convinced me to go, as I got my tattoo quoted for less than half what another shop wanted for it, and the quality of work came out better than the other shop did. I'll definitely be coming back many times. read more

advance (yes, that is his name) is the MAN!!! my wife was referred to advance from a friend of hers. i had been wanting to add to an existing tat on my upper arm and through some design help from my wife & advance they came up with some really cool ideas which came out real well (summer 2008). he's very cool and relaxed and is easy to talk to. time kinda flies while you're sitting in the chair (my piece has taken 3 sessions at about 2-3 hours each time). the shop is very clean and has cool decorations all around. one bit of advice, you might want to just pop into his shop during his hours as that's the best way to reach him. his shop is solely him (he's the only artist), so he does get busy; especially during the spring/summer. you would think since he has the only shop in Fremont he would have ego and/or attitude (or just be lazy/unhelpful), but he does/is not! there's a reason he's been the only shop in Fremont for all this time; he's a true tattoo ARTIST. read more

I haven't been here in 10 years, so I'm not even sure it's run by Advance anymore. But if he's still inking, then you should go to him. He's a competent artist. the shop is clean. He always opened up new needles for me. I always had my artwork ready for him, so he just had to resize and transfer, but I had several friends go to him and he made the art for them. He works well in colors and just black! He knows what he's doing so I have never had to go back for touch ups. Plus he's one of the few that keeps photo albums anymore but he must have hundreds of them by now. read more

Amazing guy, did a band of ivy around my ankle. It was reasonably priced and only took 45 minutes. I had the option of squishy-squeezy toys if I needed them (I did, he is slightly heavy-handed, but it's worth it for the beautiful art). I will definitely be going back, maybe for some lettering. He's very funny, too. I did a quick drawing of what I wanted and showed him. He looked at it and said "Yeah, I can definitely do that. Much better, but yeah." Definitely at the top of my list. read more

Advance is the best! The only person to tattoo me! My 12yr old tat looks like new still!

Vance helped me with plannin my half sleeve I got the grim reaper the tree of death and the bay bridge on my arm , and he helped me create one big nice piece. It took about 8.5 hours and about 2 sessions I liked the way it came out, im thinkin about gettin my next piece from him as soon as im ready with my 2nd half sleeve I didnt get mine colored , I alwayz get complemented on my tattoo and I alwayz refer people to vance , Keep up the good work vance read more

Vance has been tattooing me and my family for over 20 years! He stays true to his materials (guns and colors) and they have amazing lasting power. His prices are reasonable and the experience and end result (your tattoo) always feel personal and fun. The pain comes with the territory. The more creative the better! He is an artist and will give you helpful feedback. read more

Lines are a little thicker than I would have liked. But color match was good.

SUPERB!! He fix my old tat and made it AWESOME!!

What could I say about my Tattoo artist..Well he is the only one I could ever trust with my skin.. Session are always private. Pricing is wonderful always reasonable for the time I've sat in that special chair (4 hours at a time). We always have great conversations. His art is OFF THE HOOK!! always happy, compliments always, color vibrant, pain awesome!! A true artist!! Would recommend to everyone.. you will walk away satisfied every time!! read more

Just this afternoon I had tattoos done by Advance. I had areole tattoos done 8 years ago by my plastic surgeon after breast reconstructions. They had faded horribly and I wasn't happy. I received a recommendation to try Tattoos by Advance by another plastic surgeon so I called for an appointment that afternoon. Advance has a one-room shop and works by appointment only. His shop is clean and comfortable, and private and he put me at ease immediately as we discussed what I wanted. We decided to add a hummingbird and he showed me a few drawings to get an idea of what I had in mind. Picked one out very quickly and he got to work. He checked on me pretty often to make sure I was doing alright. All in all it was a really good experience. I'm definitely going to recommend him to my breast cancer survivor friends and anyone else who might want a tattoo. Thank you, Advance! read more

Great work with awesome detail very happy with the artwork!! As always Vance is very nice talented guy

I just had a tatto in tatto by advance . I loved it thank you soo much tatto by advance . read more

Tattoos By Advance - Tattoo Near Me - Fremont, California

It was a random Tuesday for me, had the urge to get a tattoo after many years of thinking. Initially, I went to inkies due to seeing so many ads and seeing their ship on Fremont Blvd. All I I can say, thank god they were closed (though according to the hours posted, they should have been open!). I looked up other tattoo places and stumbled upon this gem. I walked over from inkies thinking it would just be a sketch if he was available. When I walked in, he greeted me and I felt at ease. The owner asked if I wanted to just do a sketch today and come back later for tattoo or do both today. Knowing how I'll chicken out, I decided to go with it! He made it so relaxing for me and continued having conversation to ease my anxiety. 2.5 hours later, I walked out with my tattoo! Best decision ever! I love the way it came out and it was not that painful! Very clean and def a professional! I'll def be getting my next one done by him! read more

Last night I had my sixth tattoo done and my son had his first. Advance is the absolute best. I strayed over to Inkies once and will never go back. Advance is professional, knowledgeable and reasonably priced. That, and I really enjoy talking to him. Let me tell you, if you are going to spend 4 hours with someone while being tattooed, it has to be someone you enjoy talking to. I highly recommend him! read more

This is a great place to get a tattoo. He is very personable and not scary like you see at most places. He makes you feel comfortable and puts you at ease. He does great work. as well as helps you create your own personal designs. My tattoo is almost ten years old and it looks great. It has a lot of large red sections in it which is known for fading. So he had me come in a couple weeks after I got it to recolor it. Which he did for free. Thanks Vance read more

Tattoo by advance is the only place I will go for my tattoos. He turned my nightmare tattoo that I had gotten from somebody else, into something beautiful. I am so happy with Vance's work. He is easy to talk to and funny as heck. I trust him 100% and that is hard to find these days. read more

Great artist! After seeing a friends ink Vance had done, I called him to make an appointment. He called me right back unlike the last place I went to. Three tattoo's later I am very happy. He also touched up an older one I had. It's a clean and private office. He's also very flexible with appointment times. Vance is the best! I won't go anywhere else. read more

Went with a friend to finish up her artwork and on a whim decided to get one too. His price was good and his lines were great. Clean and organized shop. I would definetly come here again. read more