Russ is amazing. Great artist, clean shop, parking and professional. Good vibes for sure. read more

True Blue Tattoo - Lots of work from Russ - Tattoo Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

I was in Colorado for a long weekend with a friend and we really wanted to get matching tattoos. We walked into True Blue and they were able to get us right in which was awesome. Ben was my tattoo artist and he was so nice and fun to talk to. He made me feel very comfortable and he did exactly what I wanted. My tattoo is great! I would come back to this shop and see Ben anytime I am in Denver. read more

True Blue Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

Poped my cherry and lord it was so good it has me coming back! Russ did my first tattoo beautifully, and has continued to add even more artwork as my wallet allowed. Easy to work with, affordable, flexible times, and a very chill environment. So far I've had my forearm done, then an add on to that. My wrist on my other arm. My hip. And so many more to come! Thank you Russ and the rest of the gang! read more

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Such friendly staff. Was able to take us as a walk in and we got such good quality tattoos thanks for having us!

Went for a little 7 tattoo, and had the BEST experience with the Andrea. She listened, gave great advice to my friend who wanted a piece behind her ear and Andrea wasn't sure to recommend it because the area was too small for the piece, so we ended up moving it. She was calm, collected, a true professional in tattooing and she was just nice to talk to! So nice, in fact, that I decided to get another tattoo a couple days later (had been thinking about an astrological tattoo for a while) because she was such a calm person. Both tattoos have healed super well so far! Got a tiny 7 behind my ear, that even though I have *accidentally* scratched it during the healing period a couple time, it has turned out very well, and the scorpio constellation looks so dark and perfect it doesn't even seem like it peeled at all. read more

True Blue Tattoo - scorpio constellation - Tattoo Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

Not friendly at all I went to a tattoo shop on Kipling in Colfax much more friendly got in right away. Cost was great, and they were very nice. I highly recommend the tattoo shop on Kipling in Colfax. Very very friendly. They are great. Disappointed when I went to true blue I've had several tattoos there the last time they were not friendly at all when I walked in I do not recommend them at all. read more

Russ has done every single one of my tattoos and I do not ever plan on going anywhere else , The prices are amazing for the product that you get when you go to true blue , I have never been In a more chill relaxed environment Russ has really turned this place around ! I would highly highly recommend true blue ! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT ! Ask for Russ read more

True Blue Tattoo - Artist : Russ - Tattoo Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

I love this place!! I have gone to Jerry for about 80% of my tattoos. He does amazing work. The atmosphere is fun and clean. Prices are not bad at all. i highly recommend him for any work you want done. Also if you want to be piecrced, go see Cale. She did my dermals on my chest and they are lovely. I was a little nervous but she was so sweet towards me to caalm me down. read more

I've been flirting with the idea of getting my nose re-pierced for quite some time now, so I figured I'd ask my cousin, King of the Extra Face Holes, if he knew a good place I could get re-pierced without sacrificing my wallet. He told me to try out True Blue and to go to Cale. He'd just been to get snake bites done with glass studs (so he wouldn't get in trouble at work, obviously). I went in and within 15 minutes, was re-pierced and completely satisfied with the job she'd done. 5 stars simply due to the fact that the place was clean, it wasn't over-crowded or blasting 'I hate my mother' music, the service was sanitary, pleasant, and all-around spectacular. Cale was also very organized and knowledgeable about her work, taking the time to explain how to care for a re-pierced nose. It was also good to walk in and not feel judged for not having sleeves and neck tattoos like the staff. If you're looking for a quick and (nearly) painless piercing experience where you're sure to be content with the environment, employees, and the job they do, I would go to True Blue. And be sure to aski for Cale! Also, check out her portfolio while you're waiting for her to set up. Next time my body's craving an extra hole, I'll be sure to be going back to TB. read more

I went in for a touch up because a few of my friends have had work done here. First and foremost I was not asked to show my ID or sign paperwork. Why they don't do this is beyond me, isn't it illegal? Potentially setting yourself up for a lawsuit? I'm of age and just needed a quick touch up on maybe 5 letters. It healed well and I didn't get a disease. I doubt I'd get serious work done here. I reviewed them on Google and got a nasty, passive aggressive response. That's great your shop min is 60$, I'd be happy to show you my receipt for the 40something I was charged for a touch up. Sure, it was a while ago but the great thing about credit cards is you can always pull a transaction. Its really neither here nor there, it was a touch up. It didn't start or end my life. read more

Great place to get work done in Denver area! Good attitudes, and they dont make you feel like an outsider like some other smug shops around town. Custom pieces wont cost a ton here either! Some award winning artists on more levels than one! read more

Great place! The environment and people were so welcoming and helpful. Would definitely recommend

Really amazing! Everyone at True Blue is outgoing and friendly! The art work is beyond what one expects. I have gotten a couple tats and a piercing and have truly not been happier! Every time we go we feel like part of the family! read more

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PIERCING. I got my industrial bar. The guy did not check my ID, NOR did he tell me how to take care of my piercing. read more

Russ has done two tattoos for me. Both are paw prints of pets who passed away. He took a real print of the paws I brought and made it exactly how they looked in real life. I get many compliments on them. They are so detailed and wonderful. He helped me through my grief by doing these for me, and I appreciate him greatly. Highly recommend! read more

True Blue Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

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I got a sternum tattoo from Russ and it turned out amazing!! I love it! I'm definitely going to keep on going to true blue for any tattoos or piercings! 5 out of 5 would recommend to anyone and everyone. read more

True Blue Tattoo - Love it! Great line work (: - Tattoo Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

I only put one star to maybe give the other artists at this shop some credit, seeing as it was just the owner that's a terrible tattoo artist. Went in with my girlfriend so she could get a small logo tattoo. Not only did his lettering come out TERRIBLE, but the shading job he did was blotchy and not even a uniform color. Throughout the entire experience he kept bragging about how "light handed" he is, but the way he was digging into my girlfriend's arm begged to differ. My girlfriend was also never asked for her I.D. or to sign any paperwork, which is super illegal. And on top of all this, her tattoo was infected for weeks after, and none of her other tats have ever looked so bad. After it healed completely, the tattoo is just a big scar on her wrist, and most the shading bubbled up (which I have never seen before) and fell off. Bottom line, we will NEVER get work done here again. The artists name is Jamison, I believe, so avoid him at all costs. Go see Forrest at Love N' Hate Elite for some quality art. read more

I went to True Blue yesterday (5/15) with my best friend. We just called ahead of time to see if they were taking walk-ins, and after about 45 minutes of waiting, Tiffany helped us. The atmosphere was super relaxed and welcoming, not kind of on-edge like some parlors. It was my first tattoo so I was extremely nervous, and since this was an on-whim tattoo, I didn't have a lot to spend. Tiffany was more than accommodating, super super friendly, and made the entire experience AMAZING! My back tattoo is beautiful, it didn't break my piggy bank, and I definitely am not afraid of getting tattoos anymore. I WILL be coming back to her. She is SO great you guys!! Definitely recommend her, especially if it is your first time!! Thank you so much Tiffany!! I love the lotus flower. read more

I know a friend who had some work done here so I decided to get one of my tattoos touched up. Not only do I believe this place is not very professional due to the fact they did not have me sign any consent forms or any paperwork for that matter, but I was charged more for the touch up than when I first got my tattoo. It was a small tattoo that literally took 15 minutes to do and the lines that were went over turned out very sloppy and not straight.I'm not sure if I would recommend this place to anyone but there is no doubt that I will not recommend the artist who worked on me. read more

Peter was awesome. He took a group of four walk-ins last min on a thurs. We kept him after hours and he was so gracious with his time. We all are extremely happy with his work. His personality, humor and gentleness for a few first-timers made the experience a breeze. I would highly recommend Peter Sky! If I wasn't from Texas, I would have him do all of my work! read more

I was only visiting with a friend when I stopped in. I haven't been to many tattoo parlors or piercing places. But this one seemed really nice very clean. Appeared to have a few customers in getting work done. Prices for jewelery didn't seem to be outrageous. I didn't check out prices on ink work. They have quite a bit of art work up also and appear to be very talented. Seems like a great place to get some work done. read more

Very happy with my Darth Vader tattoo by Russ, and my husband loves his Yoda from Russ and Phoenix from Tiffany. This will be my regular tattoo shop when I save up enough for all the work I want done! Clean, professional, friendly, safe area. read more

Went in for a tattoo and wasn't on the same page with the artist and didn't like his first drawing. when I re-explained what I really wanted he was a total jerk. made me super uncomfortable so I ended up leaving. would not ever go back or recommend to anyone read more

Had my first tattoo done here by Jameson and I couldn't be happier! He's easy to work with and does amazing work. The shop was clean and well kept. Prices were very fair as well. I know that I will be coming back for my next piece very soon. Thank you Jameson! read more

I went to True Blue a few months ago for my next tattoo because it's close to my house and Ben has some positive reviews. Now that my tat is fully healed, I will say it's pretty sweet. I do really like it but....... The shop in general is not the cleanest I've been to, not even close. It doesn't not have an inviting or relaxing atmosphere. The employees I encountered come across basically as arrogant dicks. I talked with Ben about what I wanted and I saw some of his work - he's definitely a talented artist. However, being an artist does not automatically make you a good tattoo artist. IMHO I have over a dozen tattoos and never have I felt such a heavy hand as Bens. Other tats in same location did not cause the agony Ben put me through...3 hours of heavy pain getting the tat, major swelling and oozing for several days to follow, and a couple weeks of babying the massive scan it turned into. In the end it looks great but I will never return. My prior tattoos and two I've got since then are amazing but that sort of pain is unnecessary and unacceptable. read more

This shop is great. Russ is an amazing artist and has done almost all of my work, with the exception of one piece that was done by dan who also works here. Everyone in here is super rad and laid back. This is the place to go if you want phenomenal work at that right price! read more

Russ is amazing and extremely professional. Shop was very clean. I'm definitely going to these guys for any future work.

Peter just crushed it! Complete professional. Quoted a fair price and took my idea, worked with me through the creation and completed a great piece. Very happy, will recommend and use in the future. read more

Great place. I have all my work done here and so does my girlfriend. Prices are responsible and the artist's are kind and very talented. I've had work done by Russ and Jaimson and won't go anywhere else! Highly recommend! read more

Staff was extremely awkward and disrespectful. Seemed to preoccupied to help new customers or didn't know enough about their business to make a profit. Will not go here again! read more

Hey guys, I wish I could be more specific with this posting, but I forgot who tattooed me. Any way, I was home on pre-deployment leave and decided to get a tattoo (No, not my first, far from it). This shop was close and the portfolios looked good, so I gave it a shot. Worst mistake of my young adult life. 1. Scarring: the artist went too deep and the tattoo resulted in 50% of it scaring. 2. Bad lines & improper shading. 3. The tattoo, which was supposed to remain a flat image, was given a 3d perspective at the "artist's discretion." That probably wouldn't have bothered me so much if the artist would have known how to shade and draw decent lines. The tattoo looks like a big clump of **** on my arm. I've been in Afghanistan for the past 7 months, staring at it, hating myself for trusting True Blue.... so I haven't had the chance to cover it up yet. Seriously, Avoid this place like that plague. I'm no expert, but I'm covered in tattoo's, and I know horrible when I see it. read more

Great atmosphere and a very clean shop. Ben is amazing. He listens to your ideas and helps develop one of a kind art. Conversation during the sessions was comfortable and not forced. The lines are clean, the shading good. I will be coming back for more. Highly recommended! read more

I got a tattoo here and it was nicely priced and nicely done. A month later i got two dermals on my sternum it hasn't even been a year and i had to remove one (i went to a different place and the piercer said it was cheap jewlery),.. and now i'm going to get the other one removed since it is also rejecting. So to sum up, the tattoo experience was great, but the piercing one sucked, it took him forever and now it is a waste of money because i have to get them removed. read more

I've been there twice now and both times I have enjoyed it immensely. I had work done by Russ and Tiffany and both were friendly, professional, gave great suggestions, and did fantastic work. I found the place to be clean and relaxed (but again, professional). My best friend and I went together for both of our second tattoos and will definitely be returning to True Blue in the future. Whether its your first or your fiftieth tattoo, I suggest going here to get it done. read more