Tattoo Alchemy

I was nervous about getting my first tattoo because, as everyone knows, they are PERMANENT. (ah scary.) BUT I would recommend Tattoo Alchemy to anyone and everyone with zero reservation.

About a week before, I researched Tattoo Alchemy and another place in West Hollywood. They both seemed legit so I decided on Tattoo Alchemy mostly because it was closer. The location is extremely clean and very beautiful with art and some nice plants in the open waiting area. I sat down with Steve Rowes and told him what I wanted. When I went back to get inked I felt nervous and the other artists joked around with me to ease the mood.

It did not hurt too much, did not take too long, and above all, is an incredibly beautiful tattoo. I am very proud of it and get more compliments on it than I can keep track of, by people who are not even into tattoos. It is black ink, and has very fine and perfect lines. My aunt actually asked me if it was a decal because she didn't realize the lines could be so smooth and perfect. The shading is perfect. I LOVE my tattoo and in a couple months will probably go back for another.

Steve Rowes is a great artists, super chill, and very open. I wanted a tattoo that was graceful, nature inspired, and in the style of realism. He exceeded expectations. I am SO happy with my tattoo, I will definitely go to Steve for my next.

I just got my first tattoo done by Richie yesterday, and I couldn't be happier! From the first e-mail he sent me, I could tell I was in good hands.  I did a lot of research on vegan tattoo ink, and finally settled on Tattoo Alchemy after three years of debating.  The moment you walk into the shop, someone asks if you want anything to drink, offers a seat, and makes you feel welcomed.  The shop is clean and beautiful.  Richie was delightful to work with. I was pretty nervous, especially because it is on one of the more painful areas for tattoos. Before starting, he took plenty of time to make sure the design he'd created a few days earlier was placed just right and was exactly what I wanted. During the tattoo, he was patient and calming, and kept up conversation the whole way, easing a lot of nerves. He gave me some time to breath and part way through put some cold compresses on.  His aftercare explanations were thorough and I felt extremely taken care of. The design is crisp, detailed, and unique, even better than imagined. I really can't say enough wonderful things about Richie and everyone else there--highly recommended!

I got a full sleeve done by Steve Rowes over at Tattoo Alchemy. He was an awesome, super chill dude who absolutely kills in black and grey work. The shop is extremely clean, and this is the only tattoo shop that has offered me water when I walk in the door. Steve is a great artist and worked with me to get exactly what I wanted. I'm so hyped on my new sleeve, and any other work I get done will be through Tattoo Alchemy.