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    The Black Veil Studio

    4.9 (29 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 5:00 PM

    By appointment only

    Updated 1 month ago

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    Beca B.

    Note: this review is for the shoppe front and not the tattoo studio in the back. This is a must stop anytime you go through Salem, MA! The vibes and feel of this store are always incredible. Great selection of all different items, lovely music, eerie yet beautiful decor.

    Halloween inspired tattoo

    Ryan created an amazing tattoo for me. He was so accommodating, kind, warm, and helpful. Jess was also So warm, kind, and helpful. The vibe is very relaxed and welcoming. Would absolutely recommend!

    Tattoo by Ryan Murray at The Black Veil Tattoo Studio.
    Hannah N.

    I have two tattoos by Ryan. I love this shop. Ryan and Matt are incredible artists and super nice people. It's also just an awesome place to shop. Truly grateful for my experiences there!

    Queen Anne's Lace, Lamb's Ear, Tansy, Ginger & Marjoram tattoo by Nathan at Black Veil Studio just finished by Nathan Nathan IG:@thaholygoat
    Megan A.

    My friend came up from Philadelphia to celebrate my birthday with me in Salem, where I was to hoping to get a tattoo. I really wanted some artwork from the Black Veil for a while, but their schedule was packed when I called a month earlier (they book months out at a time it seems, so plan accordingly). Even though I couldn't get an appointment in advance, we did decide to drop in while we were in town since we had never seen the shop before. While we were there, my friend asked the receptionist if there was any chance they had a cancelation/opening. She said someone might have some time, but the schedule was pretty packed, which of course I expected since all of the artists work there is superb. She reached out to one of the artists, Nathan, to see if he had time, and came by and inquired about the design I was looking for. He listened and said would give me a call later in the day to discuss if there were any openings. I fully expected to be walking away without a tattoo from them. But then, a woman who was waiting for her tattoo, looked at my friend and I and said she was from the city and would be happy to give me her tattoo appointment as she could come over anytime vs. my friend and I who were visiting from out of state. I couldn't believe it, I'm still stunned and grateful at her gesture. Nathan agreed to the switch and he started to work on my design. He came up with the original drawing pretty quickly after talking with me. It was an excellent start, especially considering we had just met each other 15 minutes earlier, part of the project involved covering over my scars and I had a specific style in mind. When he came back with the second draft, it was even better and he showed me ideas of where it would lay on my skin. He added some more details and gave me feedback that I wouldn't of thought of that would make the tattoo less than it could be and detract from the beauty. That type of feedback from the artist is really important I've found, because it shows the artist knows their craft. While the customer has the idea of what they want, it is up to the artist and their vision to make it pop. Nathan was focused and quiet while he worked on me, though when he did talk, it was excellent commentary, story sharing or passing along tidbits to knowledge that was fascinating. He was funny and sweet and I really enjoyed my time receiving his work. I'm proud to display his art on my arm, he did a fantastic job. The room he worked in was downstairs and just gorgeous. Really, the entire Black Veil studio is stunning, the shop provides a perfect backdrop for any photo. What you see on their Instagram is what you will be able to enjoy when you visit. They have the sweetest little preserved kitten in a jar on one of their bookshelves, make sure to check it out. They also have a great selection of their artwork for sale, t-shirts, pins, books and of course, original prints to also buy. The staff is open, honest, and friendly. Even though I wasn't being tattooed by the owners Matthew or Ryan, they both came out at separate times to say hello and briefly chat with my friends and I. It is a little detail, to have the owners stop by to say hello to the customers, but it demonstrates the level attention and appreciation that they pay to their community. I've seen this reflected in their online social media networks which is lovely to see, shops supporting other shops and customers, but to see it happen live and in person was even better. I was pining to get a tattoo from the Black Veil and not only did it live up to my expectations, it was a heartwarming experience. The staff is exceptional, the craftsmanship is superb, the atmosphere is stunning and they have cultivated such a community that even their customers are kind and caring. What a gift they are to Beverly and Salem.

    Bumblebee crescent moon.
    Vanessa C.

    Visually amazing. You feel as if you were transported into a witches spell room. Filled with books, art and more. This tattoo shop has wondering clothing, jewelry, spell books, accessories and more to fulfill your gothic witchy desires. The owners Matt and Ryan were very sweet and took the time to draw out a design for each of our tattoos. We found this place on Instagram and fell in love. We ended up making it a must see for our trips to Salem. Will be stopping each time for another tattoo.

    Right arm.
    Chris L.

    Black Veil, within one session with them, has become my go-to tattoo biz for myself. I received their name from my friend/a current client of theirs, and he had nothing but great things to say about the team and their work (and the proof was in his beautiful tattoos). With that reference alone, I booked my appointment. Keep in mind - these guys are popular! I scheduled my appointment for July in December. You can't be disappointed by that because it only bodes well on so many levels. The patience was well-worth it. I loved their gothic aesthetic (check out their Instagram), and their shop has that same feel. It's as if you're walking into a Tim Burton movie when you enter Black Veil - from the decor to the tattoo rooms to the locale. Working with and meeting Lex was incredible. She has a spirit which makes you feel so welcome, even when you show up 45 minutes late because you went to the wrong location. #oops My appointment was with Matt, and he was just as amazing - personally and artistically. He completely understood the vision I had for my tattoos and was able to say and describe what I couldn't, and he had great suggestions of which I wouldn't have thought. The appointment lasted for three hours, over a half hour of that being spent on placement - no joke. Matt was incredibly patient and thorough. He wasn't their to tattoo an assembly line of people; he was there to create art. After three hours of conversation and comfortable silence, I was more than happy with the end result. The tattoos came out better than I could've ever expected, and I give that credit to the talent and the knowledge of the folks at Black Veil. If you're looking for something more than simply a tattoo, something that's art, you're in good hands at Black Veil.

    Wow!! This store is stunning!!! I got an awesome long black coat with fur collar and books, prints, post cards and more. We were able to meet one of the twins and he was sooo kind! Also the man at the counter was very helpful and kind. Cant wait to come back to get our tattoos!

    Sleeve done by Matt !
    Shayna P.

    This review is long over due.. I've gone to Matt twice now and have an upcoming appointment in October! (They're very popular!) Both times were an amazing experience! Matt is such a welcoming guy and spent 2 hours just piercing together my half sleeve. He even had to redo the placement of the stencil a few times, and I really appreciated how much time and thought he put into everything. Matt gave me more than I could've imagined! They also have a call list if they have any cancelations early, which is amazing. The shop is beautiful, clean, and almost mesmerizing . It was so worth the wait and definitely make sure you check Matt and Ryan out !

    My cover up tattoo. Wednesday Addams. By Matt.

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