I would honestly say disregard any negativity about this place. Everyone in the shop is extremely friendly and very real. I would travel from across the world if I had to to come here, I've never seen so much talent in the tattoo industry. I've been going to Fernie for a little while now and his work is beyond anything you've ever seen.. As well as the other artists too. These guys definitely can take on anything you bring in, no problem. The tattoos are expensive but cheap tattoos aren't good and good tattoos aren't cheap. If you're Gonna get inked save the damn money for something that'll look dope, not mediocre. You're definitely paying for quality.
As for those who say, "I waited a long time when I was here blah blah" well no shit. It's a tattoo shop. If you're a walk in most likely you won't be able to get in right away because these guys are in high demand and and the entire tattoo process takes a long time, from setting up to cleaning up. Making an appt is the most legitimate, obviously, and if you are unhappy with the X amount of months back up, just remember they are backed up for a reason. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Jeez, this place SUCKS. I was referred here to a few friends who had gotten "phenomenal" tattoos from here. I've always wanted tattoos, but I was always afraid that I wouldn't like the tattoo after it would be done, because I have major OCD about what I want. Needless to say, Ink Slingers has many awards and good reviews, but I just did not like this place at all.
The moment I walked in, I was not greeted whatsoever. I am a lady of class, so I took a seat at the desk, and patiently waited, as the artists rounded up their work. After five minutes, some bald half brain-dead looking guy walked in, and one of the artists looked up and said, 'AY FOO WATS UPPPPPPP?!" Very professional. I had to wait an additional ten minutes until a man from the back came out and asked me what I wanted. He didn't even shake my hand and ask me my name. I'm not trying to be bitchy, but I would assume tattoo artists to be cultured and mature. I told him what I wanted, and to my happiness, he told me that because the piece was small, it could be done that day. He said that someone would be ready for me at 6:00 p.m., and it was three at the time, so, I thought I'd explore more of Valley Boulevard while I waited. Grabbed a bite, checked out some stores, chilled out for a while, and came back to Ink Slingers. What does the guy say? "Sorry, one more hour." Okay, I thought... I am a walk in after all...
Fast-forward: 12:00 a.m. By this point, I was so tired that I was hunched over the bench, being kept awake, only by the buzzing of the needle in so many other customers. Finally, it was my turn. I got the tattoo sized, and placed on my arm. The guy I got was named Hi-Tone. He didn't look or sound very professional, so I was a little skeptical. Seems like my intuition was correct anyhow... I took care of the tattoo exactly how he told me, and now that it's fully healed, I get to enjoy this piece of art on me for the rest of my life!.... Not. I can honestly say, Hi-Tone did a horrible job. I took care of the tattoo like a newborn baby, so all defects, I blame on him. It was a small bird with color, but I noticed that he didn't even finish coloring. There are some little splotches where the ink should be, but isn't. Plus, the outline is blotchy and thin in areas, so it overall looks like a horrible tattoo.
Overall, it was two by one inches, and for the tinsy bit of color that was used, the tattoo cost me a hundred bucks. Not worth it at all. I would not even get the tattoo for free, had I known it would turn out this horrible, and to be honest, I believe that they jipped me, because I obviously am not some tattoo connoisseur. I am an honest woman trying to get some culture and fine art up in this mother, but no! Pick on the Asian who doesn't know anything. Typical and despicable!
I will never, EVER come back here again. This place seems to specialize in cholo boob art anyhow, so I'll leave 'em to it. Go die, bastards.
Im editing my review as I may have been too harsh.. (1 star)
This place is better than alot of places. Priciest around specially if you get ink by the top 2 there. All in all for an almost year old tatt, its ok. Not the best not the worst.
I do regret paying so much though.
For a portrait of my mother I was charged big bucks. I had the cash but I definetly regret it as it took 2 hours and i was charged almost 700 dollars.
Shoot if i knew this i wouldnt have gone to college and instead been a low life just tracing art i could manipulate with a copy machine... Jesus.
I came to inkslingers for my first tattoo (and only tattoo thus far) about 4 years ago. Yes, even at 26 years of age I was kind of intimidated with the whole concept. Maybe my mom traumatized me. When i started telling her I was going to get a tattoo, she started threatening me saying that if I did, she would plug in the iron and burn the tattoo off. You know... the typical Catholic Mexican mom threats.
For someone getting inked for the first time, the studio has a real comfortable and friendly atmosphere. The artists are real cool and social. While I was browsing through their art book's, they would try and get inside my head by asking all types of questions, to get an idea of what I might want. Real professional dudes.
Well I end up on the chair that same day, and I fell in love with my tat as soon as it was finished. I've recieved compliments on the shading and "professional" look to it. Yes they are a little more pricier than other shops, but as they say, you get what you pay for. Trust me when I say that your money will be well spent here.
This place gets 5 stars for not just their amazing tattoo's, but also for their awesome customer service and professionalism.
I wish I could remember the artist's name to give him a shot out. But all I know is this is where I am coming for my next, and all future tattoo's that I plan to piss my mom off with.
Simply the Best! Tommy and Brian are the best! Good clean spot a little pricey but worth it. My X husband has 3 amazing realistic to the tee portraits on his neck! That Brian did and they are bad ass! He has got so many compliments. I am a fan of Tommy for sure. Just cuz he is gorgeous!
Review Source:One of the best Tattoo shops in California. They are known for their amazing work at portraits, but they do anything you can bring to them. I see a few people complaining about them being pricey, you're getting a tattoo, not getting your transmission fixed. Good tattoos aren't cheap, cheap tattoos aren't good. The dozens of awards on their walls at the shop prove they are one of the best, i'm not saying they're the greatest tattoo shop of all time, just saying you get what you pay for. Doesn't matter who you get your tattoo by, you will leave there happy.
Review Source:Great talented Guys , friendly, Fun, Comfortable Atmosphere. What more can a girl ask for? If your Looking into getting any ink done i would highly recommend anyone to this spot!! I've gotten alot of work done by Bobby and Brian. And i couldn't be any happier. You do have to come with some money in your pocket to get something done here but its worth it . If your going to get something done to your body that's going to be there forever might as well get it done right!!
Review Source:I have visited this spot several times, as I am trying to figure out a place that I'd like to have some ink work done. They have given me a lot of ideas. I like that they have NOT ever tried to rush me into getting work done. They understand that ink isnt something that you should rush into. I have seen a lot of their finished works. THey are all amazing. The spot is quiet and clean. I like that a lot about their shop. Everyone is friendly. They also have some dope hours.
Review Source:I just recently purchased a tattoo for my wife. This was her 2nd tattoo (her 1st one is no bigger than a dime), she wanted to get a tattoo to remember her mom. The tatoo was good but pricey, paid over $280 for a little over 2 hour job with color (and you have to leave a deposit before placing an appointment). I definetly recommend Brian, Tommy, or Fernando.
Review Source:this is where i got my very first tattoo about 6 years back and I EFFING LOVED IT! Â a very nice man named RIO did it for me, and i always get sooooooo many compliments on my tattoo. after popping my tattoo cherry, i promised to come back to ink slingers for more!
i went back about three years ago to get some bows on my ankle and it looks like crap. the lines are inconsistent and the shading was crap. i think an apprentice did it instead of an actual professional.
5 stars for RIO...but i had to take two away for my last visit. i will not be returning sadly.
Back 2004 when I just turned 18. I got my first navel pierced here. The guy was "flirty" I guess you can say cause as I was laying on the bed thingy..I remembered he maked the spot where to be pierced and used the tongue to hold it in place (hurts more than the piercing needle going through my skin) @ first he made a comment my skin was too tight for him to grab hold -__- my best friend at the time laughed & when it was time I squeezed & almost broke her hand.
Last year I came back getting my lip pierced & boyfriend at the time was already getting started with his "Los Angeles" tattoo on his arm. I went thru it again going thru the tougue on my lip & i thought i was drooling, didnt feel much pain because the listerine numb that away. Well as we were done I tried taking a snap shot of myself with the piercing in the shop and the guy who was giving release form for other people to sign he said "no flash cameras" -___- my camera phone didnt have a flash in it. So he was being very mean! It was kind of rude, the guy could of said there's no taking pictures allowed or something like that & he didnt even say please or thankyou -__-
Overall my friends do come back here to get tatt'd BUT if you want something small and reasonable price I say check other Alhambra Tattoo parlor. My friend got two tiny hearts on her wrisk for $60, it was the shops minimum price. I got my two tiny hearts for free along with a fifty-cent size or alittle bigger than that.. butterfly tattoo for twenty bucks in Venice Beach.
I got my tattoo over 3 years ago from this neighborhood place and I am very happy with the service and the results. The shop is clean and they helped me take a custom font from a book I had and turn it into a tattoo.
I think the price was very reasonable at $160 for a 2hour job. Keep in mind that was 3 years ago so YMMV.
Overall I am happy with the experience, I always try to support my neighborhood, and the tattoo has held up very well! Â I have to give this 4 stars only because my experience was 3 years ago, but as I said, I am very happy with the job , and if I get more tats I will definitely come back to this place.
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