Red Diamond Tattoo & Bodyworks

I can't say enough about how great Roy Uno is. I love his work and my tattoo is perfect. It was my fist one and I was pretty nervous. Uno was really patient and gentle. He explained everything he was doing so that I felt very comfortable. I get stopped daily by people complimenting it on the expert shading and detail. This guy doesn't just draw and trace on skin he truly is an artist! Expect them to be busy and to wait a month plus to get an appointment depending on which artist you go to see. But thats what happens when you are good and charge reasonable prices!

This last weekend was the Pacific Ink and Art Expo.  I stumbled across Red Diamond Tattoo and Bodyworks.  I do not recall the artist, who helped me out; but he was legit. and hilarious.  He confidently stated that he knew baybayin.  He saw my drawing and knew how to redraw it and prep it.   Being that I am a medical professional, I pay attention to the preparation.  I watched him diligently clean the surface with a cleaning solution.  Then, he placed a number of strips of saran wrap on the arm rest and working stage.  He pulled out a fresh needle, sanitized instruments, and fresh ink.  

He placed the design of the tattoo on my arm, and confirmed with me the placement.  When I stated that it was too low, he gladly repositioned the outline.  

One of the most important parts of getting a tattoo is being able to talk story.  The artist and I talked throughout the session with some good laughs and stories.  He even invited me over for some of the party nights.

If you are a new-by or tattoo veteran, I highly suggest these guys as they are meticulous about keeping a sterile field and are willing to work with you to get that ideal design/position for your tattoo.

This Is not so much a review of Red Diamond Tattoo as much as a review of one of the artists that works there.  Roy Uno is one of, if not the best tattoo artists that I have had the pleasure ( and pain ) of knowing.  My wife and I are proud to display his work on our bodies, quite honestly, I'm not really sure I would want anyone else tattooing me.  His patience, attention to detail, and mastery of his craft are what makes him the best.  Getting an appt. with him is very difficult, so have multiple dates in mind.  
Thanks Roy for a great experience.