American Classic Tattoo

Category:	Tattoo Shop
Address:	11516 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23601, USA
Phone:	+1 757-504-4465
Site:	americanclassictattoo.us
Rating:	4.9
Working:	Closed 12–8PM 12–8PM 12–8PM 12–8PM 12–8PM 12–6PM

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Poke Mast

Lucy Day is a tattoo artist who is not only talented but incredibly genuine and very personable. She talked with me about my ideas for my tattoo and came back a week later for my appointment and was not disappointed with her rendering of my ideas. Throughout the whole time she was tattooing me we had one hell of an awesome conversation and I was so comfortable and no where nearly as nervous as I sometimes get when Im being tattooed. The shop is the only one in Newport News and well worth looking into. The inside is very welcoming, clean, and immaculate in its appearance. I am going back again to have another piece reworked and I cant wait. I WILL NEVER GO ANYWHERE ELSE!!!!

Ally Stealey

Lucy Day does all my big tattoo pieces and I wouldnt go to anyone else for large pieces! she and I talked back and forth a lot before my outline was done and very much helped me piece together a wonderful tattoo idea! I love each sitting I have with her, shes a great artist! American Classic Tattoo shop is the only one in newport news, but even if there were others-there would be no competition! The inside of the shop is amazing looking! Lucy, her husband Eric and everyone else they have on staff is incredibly talented! I continuously recommend people to check them out! so if youre looking for a great artist-look no more! check it out-you wont be disappointed!

Ayse Durak

Got my first tattoo here and Eric was very nice and funny. I got a small detailed piece behind my ear and I loved it. It was pretty quick and not really painful. I went to some other places before checking here out and the people tended to be rude, or not want to do a tattoo behind my ear. One guy actually tried to draw up the picture I wanted and drew something totally different. But Eric did exactly what I wanted. The place was very clean. He made me feel welcomed and comfortable. All the other places I looked at made me feel out of place and uncomfortable. I am definitely going to come back here for my next tattoo. Would definitely recommend!

Julie Hunt

This is the best place to go if you are looking to get any tattoo done. Lucy and Eric are the best! The moment you walk into their shop, they make you feel so welcomed. I have been to other shops in the past but none of them made me feel like i was anything more then money. At American Classic Tattoo you are a person with a story. I had my whole upper arm done by Lucy. She was amazing at putting my ideas into a tattoo. I tell everyone to come get their tattoos done at American Classic tattoo. The work Eric and Lucy do is so amazing... I will be going for years to come. I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!!!!!!!!!

Barney Crews

I did alot of searching and hunting for a tattoo shop that was reasonable and fairly good standing within the tattoo community. I chose American Classic out of all the shops around, and let me tell you, it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Clean shop, superior artist, and an all around great experience. Lucy was patient with me in trying to decided what I wanted to do. The end result was one of the best tattoo experiences in my life. I would recommend American Classic to anyone and everyone. I wouldnt go anywhere else!

Ms. Grenade

I love each of the artists level of professionalism and energy. Everytime I go in the entire staff is friendly and eager to help whether I know what I want or have questions. The shop is clean, and comfortable for a quick piece or custom sessions that may take a few hours. I have several custom tattoos as well as original artist designs and have received several compliments and inquiries about my art. If you are looking for a place to get quality work done , American Classic Tattoo is the best place to go!

Nate Turner

From pulling up to the outside to walking inside and seeing real traditional Americana flash. This is the place to go. Very clean and fun atmosphere. Staff from front counter girl to Eric and Lucy Day the owners, you just cant beat it. When getting a Tattoo you should always look for a clean shop and artist portfolios which American Classic provides. Simply put it feels like your back in High school hanging out with your friends when your in this shop.

Emanda Pelfrey

I love the vibe of this place. I knew it was a great establishment the moment I walked in and was immediately greeted. I have been to a few other parlors prior for past work. The large crazy busy ones that are not as personable. Ive never felt as welcomed as I did at Classic! Kris was amazing and an awesome artist. She worked on 2 of my tattoos in one setting and I could not be happier with the art. Very friendly and highly recommend Classic Tattoo:)

michael leech

Ive had Lucy do 2 custom pieces for me, one of them pretty involved and I have been really happy with her work. These are "tattoo" people- they have a love for their craft and they really care about their work. I strongly recommend them. Their shop is clean and nice, easy to find and professional. They are also a new small business- keep your money local and give it to a good local family that lives and works here in Newport News!

Eddie G

Lucy and Eric are a genuine local "Mom & Pop" operation in an otherwise corporate World. What they have created with American Classic Tattoo is exactly that: First Class and Top Shelf American. Clean and professional. Support your local economy (as opposed to some "tattoo franchise"). The tattoo I got from Lucy is as fresh and beautiful today as it was five years ago. You guys rock the Planet!

annabelle gonzalez

I came here to get my first tattoo and it was a great experience! I was very nervous about it and they made me feel so much better. The tattoo came out amazing and I love how it looks so much! I had come here after checking a couple of closer places first and it perfect from the first step into the shop. Definitely recommend, and would definitely go back!! This is the place to go!!

Milissa Graves

Lucy is an amazing artist! I went to her for a cover up and she rocked it! She took my idea and elevated it to a whole different level. I cannot express how professional she was and the extremely clean environment they operate! My tattoo took 4 sessions and every thing I was there the place was spotless! I am looking forward to seeing her again soon!

Jasmine Jordan

I got my first tattoo here and was sooo nervous, but Lucy made me feel so comfortable! She was clean, neat and professional-plus, she took me as a walk-in and drew my tattoo on the spot EXACTLY how I wanted it...she is amazing and I plan on using her in the future. Lucy rocks!

Christine Swanson

Lucy was very conscious of what I had in mind and did an amazing job covering my original tattoo. Her custom art work was 100% on point and the design turned out exactly as I imagined. Then experience was great and everyone I encountered was polite and professional!

Jenna Tait

This place is hands down the best tattoo parlor Ive ever had the pleasure of spending money at. All the artists here are really fun and playful and their line work [of all the artists] is spot on. Ill definitely always be going here as long as I live here.