“Jim is an amazing tatoo artist. He really brought the image i wanted to life and even exceeded my expectations. The detailed shading work is amazing! So happy I found this place!!“
“Absolute best experience for getting my first tattoo, I couldn't have asked for anything better. Thank you oh so incredibly much #SublimeInk“
“Dave offered a very professionally kept and clean space where he operates as the sole artist within his shop - He ensures a clear yet noninvasive line of communication has been had about health and safety prior to creating his art, and takes plenty of time with the clients to be sure he's got their ideal vision down.Although I cannot say he does this EVERY TIME, I know that often he schedules a single client within a single day and no more to ensure that there is plenty of space for discussion, drawing, and the creation itself.Once all is said and done, Dave will go over basic healing expectations that other shops may not (such as over-hydrating and Adhesive Allergies!)If you consent to it and send a photo in later he is always proud to show his work, and see it's final (healed) product... The check in for how things are healing is my favorite, you can tell this is a space looking to progress, learn, and inspire.I watched Dave of Hand Eye Tattoo navigate through the pandemic and come out the other head with healthy and protected clients, his shop and expertise quickly became a novelty go-to suggestion I provide to the Wisconsin Traveler.*I would like to edit and add that the original Colored Pencil drawing was a draft from my childhood, I then brought it to Dave and asked he reworked it with me to fit the vision in my head... The black and white is his creation, and the full color is pictured on my skin. I'm so proud of how this turned out! Even after healing, it's set exactly how he said it would set, and he absolutely mentioned scenarios that may require a revisit or touchup in the future.A 10/10 experience.“
“Mary's professionalism and expertise in scar reduction using state of the art, medical grade micropigmentation ink are on the cutting edge of SMP technology. She was able to effectively mask my jagged and deep scars in the back of my head to barely discernable. Impossibly perfect results! She is an expert in this area and an artist, with an established track record of excellence and a long-term presence in the scar reduction field. She is a teacher’s teacher, and is the preeminent SMP artist in Southern Wisconsin. May is kind, respectful, and as both a trainer and master in the SMP field, you will discover what I did - an absolute gem of an SMP professional artist. She changed my life and has my highest endorsement!“
“We are so grateful for Nate!!
My sons and I were looking to get a very special tattoo of my dad’s handwriting since he passed away. Kind of sure what we wanted but needed artistic direction and Nate was just absolutely amazing…very cool, very clean and comfortable shop! He’s kind and caring and is work and attention to detail is top notch ?! I would recommend him 100% every day and we will be back…thank you from the bottom of our hearts! “
“Start to finish I had an excellent experience at Starkweather! Janelle was both incredibly professional and an absolute joy to be around and talk with! There wasn’t a dull moment during the entire process and I’m already trying to come up with more designs just to experience it all again!
Requested style: I came in with art commissioned from a separate artist and the style was so spot on it was like Janelle was able to photocopy the piece onto my skin! I’ve had nothing but compliments on her work and adherence to the subject matter.
Cleanliness: Well maintained workspaces and regular changing of gloves and cleaning of surfaces. The open space of the studio lends itself to having sterile seating spaces while allowing the visible personality of the artists to thrive in the periphery.“
“Everyone is so friendly! I love coming here to get my tattoos done and will continue to.
Stylist: Sam is the best!!! Her line work and attention to detail is amazing! I give her ideas as to what I want and let her do her thing and it always comes out amazing. She’s my go to because she does such great work!“
“My wife and I got matching tattoos. We walked in with a rough idea of what we wanted. I sketched the design and Reyes cleaned it up. This was my first tattoo. Reyes did a great job explaining the process and making sure I was doing well. After my tattoo, Reyes immediately started on my wife's tattoo. The whole process from my sketching to both tattoos completed was an hour. I am very impressed with Reyes and definitely recommend him. We love our tattoos!
Requested style: Infinity symbol with our initials in runes on the undersides of our wrists. We used two colors, which turned out amazing.
Cleanliness: The entire place was clean. The booth was pretty full, but everything was put away and clean.
Stylist: Reyes did an amazing job for us. We are very happy with our tattoos! I definitely recommend him.“
“Extremely professional and clean shop, would highly recommend Samm for piercings. Got one, came back for more cuz I loved the experience so much!
Specialties: Was able to work a tricky placement and make the piercing still evenly spaced and beautiful
Cleanliness: Extremely professionally clean shop, was highly impressed.“