Brooklyn Tattoo

Related:	artisanal tattoo
Category:	Tattoo Shop
Address:	279 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11231, USA
Phone:	+1 718-643-1610
Site:	brooklyntattoo.com
Rating:	4.7
Working:	12–8PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 1–8PM

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A Private User

want to get real with you for a second because after four tattoos, all at different parlors I can say this with confidence. No matter how much you plan, scrutinize and prepare to get a tattoo, it will never be exactly as you "expect" it to be. But thats not a bad thing. Tats are very personal pieces of art and working with skin is much different than drawing on a piece of paper. The curves and natural movement of your body can dictate the look and feel of your tat. Also, unless youre getting a large piece or multiple pieces, its rare to form a deep and lasting relationship with your artist. If youre going to get a tattoo or considering a piece, especially if its your first, make your judgments based on the artists previous work, their own tats and willingness to work with you. It will give you a sense of their style as well as person-ability. Tattoo parlors tend to have the same or similar feel, its finding that right combo that will help you feel more confident in getting inked. With that said, I had been planning to get a tattoo of the word Força on my wrist for quite some time. Meaning strength in Portuguese which is part of my background, I feel the word represents much of who I am and what I have been through in my life. I originally picked a few intricate and delicate fonts and with the help of some friends confidently picked one. Imagining it on my wrist, I sent it to Brooklyn Tattoo for my Monday appointment. When I got to the parlor and met my artist Pat, she at first seemed standoffish which made me nervous at first. My original font was too small and when blown up was blurry and looked distorted on my skin. Since it wasnt workable, we opened PhotoShop and picked a similar font with characteristics my original choice had. After a perfect placement and alignment she got to work. I have to say that by far this was the most painful tattoo I have ever gotten. So much so that I almost saw stars but it was well worth it. When Pat put her glasses on and got to work, she took the original font I wanted and incorporated some of its characteristics into the one we picked making a custom font and look for my tattoo. After an hour of picking and choosing, chatting with Pat and a whole lot of pain I can confidently say that this was a 5 star tattoo experience and my favorite tattoo yet. Some nuts and bolts details for you. -They charge a $75 deposit which goes toward the cost of your tattoo. Work starts at a minimum of $75 + tax and goes up from there. - They take credit or debit over the phone for the deposit as well as cash but be sure to keep track of your receipt just in-case it gets lost or misplaced in the shop. - Appointments book up fast, so be flexible in when you can come in. - Pat rocks. Seriously. She is amazing.

BKHolly R

I LOVED coming here. I wanted a last minute tattoo over lunch last week (yes, Im a nut). I checked out another place on Smith St (which sucked but Im glad they were awful because I wouldnt have gone to Brooklyn Tattoo otherwise). From when I first walked in until I left everything was perfect. The young lady at the front desk was extremely accommodating when I told her that I was on a time crunch. I didnt realize when I first called that the person I talked to was in fact going to be my tattoo artist, Willie. Absolutely the nicest guy. Very patient when I explained to him what I wanted, and he presented me with a design almost immediately. Very gentle with the needles, and didnt seem to mind that I was so last minute at all. The space itself is really clean, bright and orderly. I was planning my next tattoo while I was getting my design. I cant wait to go back.

Curious Kash

I didnt get tattooed here. But I went there and the guy on the phone was really mean and had an attuidue. Then after I drove 45mins out there, to wait 30mins. Then they told me that they dont do those kind of tattoos. When I already asked if they do those kind of tattoos on the phone, and they said yes. They were just overall rude and snobby. And they charge 200 a hour.

Christophe Sarradin

Super. Sara Antoinette Martin fait des tattoos magnifiques et toute léquipe est très sympa

Chris Giamarino

got a sick Brooklyn tattoo to represent my heritage that migrated and achieved the American dream while out in Brooklyn. great place. really cheap.

King ape

Awesome shop great ppl wonderful artist Glad I used this shop....will recommend it to any serious patrons

Wilfredo Pesante

The artist that is doing my piece is cool calm and extremely patient nice guy and excellent work

Chelle Mayer

Great talented Tattoo artists, really like the froyo of Peops.

Runa Tattoos

Best place in Brooklyn to get ink! Ask for Gabe!!