Empire Ink - Custom Tattoos & Art Gallery

Category:	Tattoo Shop
Address:	335 E Cuyahoga Falls Ave, Akron, OH 44310, USA
Phone:	+1 330-928-9833
Site:	empire-ink.com
Rating:	4
Working:	Closed 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–11PM 12–11PM Closed

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Photos 64

Reviews 11

E Peterson

My boyfriend got his first tattoo at Empire Ink. Lets just say hes hesitant now to get any more. The place looks really nice, but it must be a facade. They set him up with a new guy who called himself "the tribal guy." It turns out that this "artist" presented a false portfolio and is now in jail. Needless to say, it was the worst tattoo I had ever personally seen. The tattoo was a giant tribal cross with wings on my boyfriends back. I finally talked him into getting it fixed, and when I contacted the owner (Scott), he agreed that it was a bad tattoo and he said hed fix it himself, for free. Well he did half of it and said hed do the other half another time. We came in again (after scheduling an appointment) and suddenly he could no longer do it. He enlisted one of his workers to do the other half, and, well, it didnt turn out symmetrical. The tattoo is still not fixed, or finished, and my boyfriend REFUSES to go back to get the free fix. He says he would much rather pay the cost again to get a good artist to fix it. In the end, hes gun shy of tattoos because of the bad experience, still has a messed up back tattoo, and is $300 in the hole because of the payment to the con-artist. Does this studio not run background checks on their workers? The owner told me hed give me a discount if I got a tattoo there. No amount of money saved could ever get me to risk my skin at Empire Ink.

Todd Horvath

This is a hard review to write. Mr. Versagos work is impressive and theres no denying that. The problem is service. I had an appointment for a tattoo to be done through one of his many "100 portraits-$100 dollars" specials but got rescheduled ad infinitum. I was scheduled for Sept, then early November, then late November at night, and then a second time after that. I get the feeling that once he gets your money through one of these promotions, its kind of a crap shoot. If you plan on getting a tat from him, I would recommend forgoing the limited-time specials and get a normally priced one. He will probably put a priority on a regularly priced tattoo than a discounted one.. I have a feeling that he probably sold all his promotions deals and didnt realize all the work that was due after getting the money, thus a case of sellers remorse.

A Private User

I found this shops myspace and website after searching for area tattoo shops. The site hypes up the studio and the artists, especially Versago. But then I looked through the portfolios and was extremely let down. None of the artists seem to have any talent. The tattoos are poorly done compared to the quality of work that Ive seen done at other shops. The shading is awful and they all end up looking unfinished. I went ahead and stopped at the shop just to look around, and the shop is decorated nicely and looks clean but again the quality of work is horrendous. They claim to be one of the cheaper shops in town and that might be true, but like the old saying goes, you get what you pay for so dont waste your money on this place, these guys are hacks.

A Private User

unfortunately I was a paying customer here and I am not one to badmouth anyone but unsatisfactory work heeds warning...dont be fooled by their internet advertising...DO NOT GET INKED HERE.... I came in with a design and "Versago" lost my design but boasted his confidence in his own design which turned out terrible, poor shading, very lazy work. Versago is not his real name and is as authentic as his work....like the previous post says there is no talent here...instead of the Artists listening to you and what you want, he will complain that your too picky and he wont be able to go an hour without checking his facebook

Krystal Riley

I was looking for the best place for a tattoo cover up. I investigated on-line and found Empire Ink,I contacted them and told them I live a couple hours away. I sent an email of a pic of my existing tattoo and was immediately contacted by Empire Ink and teamed up with Scotty Oswald. He is truly an artist, he sketched me out a beautiful tattoo.On the day of my appointment he was very professional and made me feel completely comfortable. The tattoo turned out better than I could of imagined. I love it! I will be scheduling another appointment very soon with Scotty. Well worth the trip. Thanks Empire Ink.

A Private User

I am livid!!! We arrived @ Empire yesterday jst after 4pm. After presenting them with our desired work we were asked 2 return 4hrs later @ 8pm for our appt. We returned @ 7:42pm and my fiance got right in with his artist. I was told mine would be right out to speak with me??? @ 8:57 she comes out to tell me she does not have time... over an hour after me sitting there... seriously??? Unprofessional, lacks customer service 2 the extreme... don't waste ur time - stay away!!!! Btw - I have 20 tatts - I am NOT new 2 this.

Kellye Pabon

While the people there were extremely nice, my artist Phil did not do a good job. I asked for a half sleeve lotus mandala with a paisley background and I got what I asked for, minus the quality. The tattoo is a mess, with blown out shaky lines and the color shading is already fading. The thickness of the lines are uneven, circles inside the paisley arent circular, the list just goes on. I absolutely do not recommend this place for tattooing. I gave it 2 stars strictly on the people.

Jeremy Ondo

Im sorry to hear that some people had bad experiences with this shop. I had a rather intricate tattoo done there and it is still one of my favourite. I cant remember his name (it wasnt Scott), but he did a fantastic job, was kind and courteous, and was ready when I arrived. Everything was clean and neat as well. I had absolutely no complaints with Empire Ink (quite the contrary), and I have a lot of tattoos and have been in a lot of shops, so I have plenty to compare it to.

C Ball

Most of the pictures in Scott Verdouchebagos portfolio are highly photoshopped. Most notably Sheri Moon Zombie and Teen wolf. The actual reference pictures are layered ontop of the tattoo in photoshop. He makes people sign non disclosure clauses so that people cannot post pictures of the healed tattoo. He is also known to take peoples money and not finish tattoos. He sells himself better than he actually tattoos.

Dara Greene

I got my hands tattooed here by Don twice. Hes incredibly professional, helpful, and understanding! Hands hurt, and he stopped when I needed him to and did not get defensive or tease me, like some artists at previous shops have. I took my sister here to get her tattoos reworked and he did a wonderful job. Highly recommended to all my friends, and many of my friends do frequent this shop. 10 stars out of 5!

Avery Lowe

After almost 5 years of service to the Akron area, Empire Ink is still learning and growing. Hosting Ohios top artists, they put out top notch work to the best of their abilities. They are cleaner than your average shop and have an incredible image. Run by the incredible Scott Versago. This shop is a world wonder. These are masters. Highly recommended.