Baltimore Tattoo Museum

Category:	Tattoo Shop
Address:	1534 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21231, USA
Phone:	+1 410-522-5800
Site:	baltimoretattoomuseum.com
Rating:	4.1
Working:	11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM

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Bob Smith

This was my first piercing. I have heard good things and bad things about this place. For me everything was a horrible experience. The place is clean but a museum, it is not. Customer Service is very lacking and judgmental eyes stare on you as soon as you walk in the door. I wanted to get two piercings. A PA and a septum. They all wanted to pass me off after I asked more information about this. Finally they left me with someone who was just as cold and passive as everyone at the desk. I later found out it was the co-owner. He was preparing for me and I signed the standard release to which they immediately brought me a bill. I told them nothing had been done and I would sign after the fact but they refused. I wasnt sure if this was the norm so I signed anyways. I said I would be sizing up and wanted to start with a larger ring only for them to again scoff and say that isnt how we do things around here. In my mind I was assuming that this is the norm. Getting into the "room," I saw rings had already been chosen for me without my consent. There was no reassuring, no calmness, "just sit here and breathe." No warning came from the PA but the septum he said to breathe out properly. After it was all over the septum was crooked and had to be fixed. The PA was giving me the most trouble and I found out that the standard size they do is the lowest safest recommended size. Besides the fact that when I got hard it hurt a lot. I asked if they had bigger diameter and they said no and said they usually do not have a problem. Sadly people are different sizes but to them they do not care. After all was said and done I refuse to go back there even to have the ring changed once a larger diameter comes in. This may sound like a rant but do NOT go there for any piercing unless you know everything. For new people, avoid.

A Private User

For a piercing..Ask for Preston!! First let me say that I am very picky and Im not ashamed to say I have Diva qualities. With that said, dont call expecting to get a friendly customer service type attitude. BUT, once you go in...I was greeted instantly. Someone recommended Baltimore Tattoo Museum for nose piercings , so I went in for a nose piercing (my first and only facial piercing other than earrings). I was extremely nervous but Preston quickly put me at ease. He engaged me in conversation as we got ready for the procedure and walked me through everything he was doing as he was doing it. He made sure I was comfortable, taking deep breaths, etc. And he even wiped my tears (either he was being sweet, or thats what they normally do). He thoroughly went through the steps I needed to take in order to keep the area clean and avoid infection. I plan to have him replace my starter ring with a stone once I fully heal. I definitely recommend asking for Preston specifically when getting a piercing.

Nzhingha Nkhrumah

My cousin took me to this shop to get my tragus pierced. I was pleasantly surprised that the staff was so courteous, helpful, friendly and personable. I felt welcomed and completely comfortable as soon as I walked in the door. Im so used to tattoo shows where the people are rude and could care less if you schedule an appointment or not. The process was smooth. They saw me 5-10 minutes after I walked in the shop. I really wish I could remember the guys name that pierced me but this was all the way back in February 2014. The piercing itself didnt hurt, it just felt like a lot of pressure. The piercer was really good about calming my nerves and making me feel comfortable. Thats so important in this industry because tattoos and piercings in general are painful, lets be honest. The shop itself is pretty big and clean. They display all their work so nicely. Im definitely returning even though I dont live in the area.

Caroline B

I had a very positive experience here. I called ahead to schedule a consultation to get a new tattoo, Adam Jeffrey started drawing it right away and scheduled a time for me to come in the following Saturday. I came in, and was told by someone else that they dont actually schedule appointments on Saturdays, so I had to reschedule again to come in the following Wednesday. So once all that was squared away, Adam had everything set up and ready to go for my appointment. I basically just walked right in and got straight on the table. Adam was very friendly, personable, and easy to talk to, and he did a quick and fantastic job. I dont see a single flaw in my tattoo (a foot/ankle piece) and it took him under an hour to finish the outline and shading. Everything was very clean, everyone was very kind, and I had a very good experience. I will definitely come back again.

A Private User

i went into the tattoo museum, its wonderful in there, its nice to see a place dedicated to the tradions and history of modern electric tattooing, i met both of the owners, was treated with respect and Chris made an awesome black-eyed susan tattoo on me, i soon came back for a natty boh tattoo, then back again for some awesome diamond tattoos, i love this shop, i just recieved a skull tattoo from Adam, and I was talso turned onto his band "The Black Birds" hes a super cool guy and i look forward to seeing his band live. this shop is amazing, they are all honest hardworking artists, fair priced tattoos, no egos to fight, and good conversation, real people, and real art.....

Tiffany Bates

So usually I never write reviews just will star rate and keep it moving but my experience here was GREAT joe did a cover up for me on my ankle and its amazing.. he was patient with me while I needed a break and even tho I squirmed a few times my lines are super clean..Overal its a perfect tatoo espically for it being a cover up. Very friendly people who seem to love wbat they do. Will deff be back for more tatoos

A Private User

The guys here were great. I only went in to get replacement jewlrey for my tongue, but I was helped immediately by 3 guys. I had been to 5 studios that day and all were pretty bad, and did not cary the jewlry I needed. This place had a huge selection. They were very helpful, and even gave me a great dicount since I bought 2 pieces of jewlry. Next time I need jewlry or a tat Im going to this place first.

Jen

Its ok. This used to be the only place I would go until I had a bad experience with Chris Smith. I had an appointment with him and my tattoo never happened because when I showed up he ignored me for 2 hours. Most of the guys there are arrogant, which is unfortunately very common among tattoo artists (at least in this area) Their work is alright, but nothing special.

A Private User

This place is amazing! Very clean, friendly, and professional. I got my tattoo done by Laura Rachel who is an angel. My tattoo is flawless she did amazing color work and I will be returning to see her for all my future tattoos. I believe they charge $130 per hour. All the artists are talented check them out if your interested in getting some work done.