Ok so how do I describe this shop? Â Let's start here......
The shop has an awesome ambiance. Killer paintings and flash on the walls and good tunes playing And super super clean. It looks like you could eat off the floors but that's super gross since this is a tattoo shop. Even the bathroom is awesome with some very interesting pictures of.... You guessed it.....toilets. But enough about the shop because you don't go to a tattoo shop to look at the art on the walls. You go there for....
The Artists!!!! Â And these are some of the best who put out some of the cleanest work I've seen. They will give you honest opinions so you don't walk out of there with something you'll regret a week later. Â These guys are just Rad. If you're thinking of getting a tattoo or piercing I highly suggest this shop.
I wanted a tree on my chest. I asked Stacy to work me up something. Â When I arrived for my appointment, Stacy had he idea ready. Â This girl is an artist. Absolutely beautiful from concept to reality. Thanks Stacy. Out family will be back for more. Friendly staff, clean shop, great environment.
Review Source:I had just returned from a 10 day tall ship sail and wanted something in honor of it. I went in and spoke with Max, showed him a few pics and scheduled an appointment for the next day. When I came back he already had a design drawn up and with a few tweaks we had exactly what I wanted. Max was great! He's a true artist! The color and the shading was perfect. When he finished it looked better then I could've hoped.
It's been a week and its healing nicely and I'm still just as thrilled. I already want to get back into his chair and finish my body wrap :)
Got a tattoo from Osh and am completely in love with it! Â Put down a deposit last week and gave him a rough idea of what I wanted. Â When I showed up for my appointment, he had already sketched out a perfect tattoo. Â I didn't need to change anything! Â The size and colors and shading were just perfect. Â Would absolutely recommend Osh to anyone!
Review Source:this is my second tat from osh, my first last year and than 2 days ago my second, a palm tree. he is great, I love the shop, so nice and clean and everyone is so nice. osh does great work. my first tattoo was last year as I said, at 77. I had wanted one but had waited a long time. im going back again to osh ..won't wait a year this time
Review Source:Sorry, never finished the draft. This was the day of the tattoo, not today..So I'm done!! I gotta say Stacey is the ish! I cried when I saw the final piece today, it was everything I thought and hoped it would be. Â Trust me people, you will not be disappointed with this place. Having had work by someone else I was skeptical, but White Lotus does NOT disappoint!
Review Source:Been thinking about a tat for ever and ever. Â Was talking about it with my friend Christina at OC Wax. Â She has some and she said some of her customers have been happy with White Lotus. Â
Checked online and read the reviews. Â Stacey had some good ones, so I stopped by to discuss. Â I love cars and have a couple of muscle cars. Â Seemed logical to do something to do with that. Â
Met with Stacey and then e-mailed her pics that I had taken. Â Met the next day to review and adjust the concept. Â We made an appointment for that evening.
An hour and a half later, done.
It's been two weeks and everything is healed and fine. Â No issues. Â Looks great. Â People like it. Â I like it. Â
Stacey is very talented and easy to work with. Â Highly recommend her..!
I couldn't be happier with my first tattoo experience with Stacey! I'm turning 26 in April so I decided to reward myself on this random birthday with the tattoo I've been wanting for the past four years but wasn't ready to get until now - a tattoo dedicated to my late father.
My tattoo ended up being a mix of two examples that I brought in for Stacey and I was a little nervous that her sketch might not turn out out how I wanted. Boy, was I dumb for ever doubting her! The sketch was absolutely beautiful and because my tattoo had a watercolor look I didn't get to see the final result until the real thing, and it was simply amazing!
I really appreciated Stacey checking up on me every once-in-a-while to make sure I was okay with the pain, with this being my first tattoo and all. I'm not sure how she compares with other tattoo artists, but for my first time, the pain didn't seem bad at all. In fact, I was really surprised that it even tickled at times!
Stacey was really friendly and didn't mind chatting with me and my boyfriend during the process to help get my mind off the needle. When a few of my friends with tattoos asked me how long my tattoo took, a lot of them were impressed that it only took her less than an hour and a half for a tattoo of my size with the watercolor detail.
I highly recommend Stacey, especially for first-timers like me :-)
Oce Gueda did some quick script as I am new to Orange County I need to find an artist with good line <a href="/redir?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwork.it&s=7b721fda55827d643f33a82a2d0fe6c205426171654ecd33cd377d107519dbc2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://work.it</a> very clean and the pain was almost to light haha. Great artist. This shop is nice clean atmospher. Everyone there is funny and courteous. I will recommend everyone I know to go here. Price was very reasonable aswell. West at its finest.
Review Source:My mom and I went on a Sunday around 12:30 and MAX was the best! He was so friendly and sweet. He made us feel very comfortable. Most tattoo shops/artists are stuck up and make it seem like they're doing you a favor but Max was definitely not this way. He is a great artist and an awesome person and I highly recommend him to everyone! He does great work and is very reasonably priced. He even said that we could come back and he would touch up our tattoos for free if they fade (because of the location (FOOT) of our tattoos. I will definitely be back!!
Review Source:I had to seek out a new tattoo artist last year and decided to come here because I worked right across the street at the time. I made an appointment with stacey. I needed to get one of my tattoos fixed because the color was faded and and wasnt really looking good with the rest of my stomach piece, and I also wanted to get a new one on my wrist. I have to say stacey is awesome! She has a good hand an both the tattoos I got from her were probably the easiest tattoos I've sat through of the many that I have. I was worried about fixing my one tattoo because I was afraid it might look worse if I did anything to it. I was SOO happy with the results! The one done on my wrist looks amazing too. Thank you Stacey!
I had my nose pierced 2 years ago but it kept falling out so I decided to keep it out. Until last week I decided I wanted it pierced again, haha. I came in and it was fast, easy, and comfortable. I'll be coming back for my next tattoo or piercing and would definitely recommend White Lotus to anyone looking for a tattoo or piercing.
Made an appt in person as required and showed the art I wanted. Â Went back and though the stencil looked fine but the tattoo turned out terrible. Â Instead of a dragon I got a snake with wings. Â The artist did not have any color sense and it looks very strange. Â In the process of looking for someone who covers up tattoos.
Review Source:My wife went in with a friend to set something up and get a quote but got nowhere. They were extremely rude, said they couldn't do what she was asking for and pretty much just saying they didn't want business. Well I got a tattoo for my birthday and not my first choice this is where I ended up. I am hugely disappointed in the tattoo Stacy did for me, I didn't even want to go back and have her retouch it. Don't recommend this shop at all to anyone.
Review Source:This was my first tattoo ever and it was a milestone birthday gift to myself. Unlike other places that really intimidated me, Stacey made me feel right at home the first time I met her. I'd found the place on Yelp (thank you Yelpers!) and then had two friends recommend the place to me, so I felt great in that I'd found the right place to go.
I went in with a design and gave her a deposit, and then went back on Saturday to get it done after she'd sketched it out.
The shop is cleaner that other's I've seen and all the people working there were really friendly. Stacey didn't make me feel rushed or anything and she wanted to make sure I was absolutely happy with everything before she began.
Everyone told me the ankle was going to hurt because it was on the bone, but it seriously didn't hurt nearly as bad as I thought it would. There were times it got painful when she was outlining on the bone, but she kept checking in on me to make sure I was okay.
I love my tattoo. I love White Lotus. I love Stacey - who made my first tattoo experience an awesome one. I totally recommend this place (and Stacey) to anyone wanting a tattoo whether it is their first, 20th or a touch-up.
And I will be coming back for my second one. :-)
I had heard absolutely nothing but good things about this shop... A ton of friends got pieces here. Â Never saw a bad review. Â Heard they were very clean. Â Etc. Â I got my first tattoo here. Â I felt very comfortable, they were all very nice. Â The price was right on. Â It was a quote I had done on my back shoulder blade, unfortunately, it was done crooked. Â It is not permanently on my back and I have to come up with something additional that might make it look less crooked. :/ Â Not so much angry as I am very disappointed having heard so many good things from the shop. Â I will not call out the artist for his/her work sake, but I was disappointed guys. :[
Review Source:My friends, family and I have gotten our nose pierced by Janet. We have nothing to complain abou. She is clean and professional. I got a tattoo done by Stacey. She is sweet. I am happy with my tattoo. Â However, I feel it was a little expensive. It didn't take very long and I brought the very simple design in. My friends have gotten cheaper script done at Beauty and Ink. So, I think I'm going to go there next time.
Review Source:Went here on September 9, 2012. It was excellent from start to finish! They people there were very friendly. My friend and I were so comfortable with the lovely lady who gave us our piercings. Afterward, we also got tattoos from Osh. It was clean, professional and a fun place to be. Definitely coming back here for our next artwork! :)
Review Source:Got my first tattoo here, after reading about the artists and checking out their works online. Made an appointment Monday, gave a $20 non-refundable deposit, that goes towards the overall price.
Got a simple tattoo, done by Kris. Looks very good, guy clearly knows what he's doing. Fun to talk to, and the other guys (didn't catch some of their names) made the atmosphere a fun one - had to try hard not to move and laugh during the outline.
Clean environment. Oh, and they played Slayer m/!
Definitely getting my second tattoo done here.
This is my second tattoo from White Lotus and first time review. My first tattoo was 2 years ago done by a guy named Ryan who no longer works there. The tattoo still looks awesome, and I get compliments on it all the time. It was priced reasonably, and I tipped him well. the facilities are always clean and welcoming. He was a very nice guy, not overly chatty which I like. I like to just put my ipod in while i'm getting work done. My first tattoo was a family crest, so nothing too intricate or detailed is in the piece.
My second tattoo was done by Osh on my lower side/stomach. The piece looks MAGNIFICENT, very detailed and the shading is quite intricate for the piece. The tattoo is of two hands clasping together with some writing in a banner underneath. I know that realistic looking hands are very difficult to master by tattoo artists but Osh did a wonderful job. Stacey did the same piece on my little brother and his came out wonderfully as well.
Overall this place is great, if you're ever looking to get inked in Socal this is the place to go.
This place is so much fun, I try to think of what kind of tattoo I can get so I can hang out with these guys for a good laugh. Â But, even more importantly, they do great work, their prices are reasonable and they try to accommodate walk-ins whenever possible. Â They are all experts and super nice guys. Â It's the only place I'll go. Â I'm not the easiest customer either....a bit of a pain in the rear, but, after all, a tatt is permanent & I'm a girl so it's OK.
Review Source:I had gotten my helix (cartilage) pierced here because I had heard good things about its cleanliness and it was very close to my house. I really liked my experience there so I decided to get tattooed here. Being 18 years old, I had never gotten a tattoo before and was incredibly nervous. I got "just breathe" tattooed in cursive on my ribcage. The letters are about 1/2" to 1" in height. I went in a week earlier to schedule my appointment, as they don't take appointments over the phone. They said it would take no longer than a half an hour and would cost between $120-150 (which I thought was pretty steep). When you schedule an appointment, they ask for a $20 deposit so BRING CASH WITH YOU.
I went in on a Friday at 2 PM and the shop was pretty empty. Stacey had already sketched out a design but it was WAY too intricate and elaborate for my taste (it was beautiful but not for me). I told her I wanted it very simple and showed her an example of what I was looking for. She told me it was no problem and came up with the perfect tattoo for me. She made me feel incredibly comfortable and didn't make me feel like I was a bother or a n00b for having "virgin skin." She was very professional the whole time and was conversing with me quite often. The tattoo only ended up taking maybe 10 minutes at the most (probably less, actually) and she only ended up charging me $80 minus my $20 deposit (so I owed her $60). I was so pleased with the result and was so impressed by Stacey's attitude toward me, which made the anxiety of getting my first tattoo way way way less than anticipated. I ended up tipping her $20 because she was so rad. I paid in cash, because I know the artists appreciate it.
It was the best experience and I can't say enough positive things about Stacey. After I got my tattoo done, I felt fine but when I was standing for a little, I started to get a little lightheaded (not because I was in excruciating pain or anything...I just get faint easily, I guess) and she had me lay back down and she talked me through it. She let me hang out until I felt good enough to drive home. Don't be fooled -- my sweet-as-a-cupcake review of her is no indication of the mad ink and piercings she has. This doesn't make her intimidating or daunting at all, though. Super open and courteous to me and my two friends that came with me.
I highly recommend White Lotus. If I ever decide to get another tattoo, I'll totally come back and see Stacey. THANKS, STACEY!
The second star is for the apprentice who made the appointment, he was very nice and the attitude of the artist was not his fault. I just moved back to the area and was looking for a new store to finish 1 project and add 2 more. I saw work by Greg and kris. Went in Greg was off and kris made me feel like I was bothering him. Like he had better things to do at work other than... work... I don't really care about the $20 deposit I lost. I rather lose $20 than end up with a shitty tattoo because the artist was in a bad mood. I went somewhere else needless to say and could not be happier with the new addition!! I have heard Ryan is good so maybe go to him if you end up here...
Review Source:My husband was hesitant about getting tattoos in California (he's from Texas) because he was worried they would be super expensive but I yelped White Lotus anyway and he decided to start with something simple to see how he liked the prices out here. Â
We went in and Osh made an appointment with him for the next week. Â We were charged a decent price so my husband made an appointment for 2 or 3 weeks later for two more pieces. Â Osh did an amazing job on my husband's first color tattoos. Â We love them, my husband has gotten so many compliments on them everywhere we go!
He charges very reasonable prices for excellent work! Â I can't wait until I can get my ink done by him!
I was recently tattooed by Osh at White Lotus Tattoo. Â He has many years experience as a tattoo artist. Â I gave him an idea of what I wanted and he drew up a beautiful peacock for me. Â He is honest about what will work, as far as size and detail, for your tattoo and he is fair about pricing. Â Â Be sure to make an appointment! Â Next time I'm in CA I will be making my appointment with Osh because I am super happy with my tattoo and my experience at the shop.
Review Source:When I first started getting tattooed I knew nothing about it other than to walk into a shop (any shop) and pick something off of the wall. Luckily the shop I happened to walk into was White Lotus. I never ended up picking anything off of the wall because after talking to the guys they encouraged me to get something that I was really sure I wanted and I soon started vomiting my ideas to them that started a whole new lifestyle for me. Over the course of 5 years I've been tattooed there by Kris, Greg, Ryan K, Ryan R. (who is no longer there) and I was lucky enough to get a piece by "Sean the South African." Each time I go in they are always super friendly, and if they're not doing jumping jacks because a new customer comes in, it's probably because it's a tattoo shop and they're busy. They're honest about their work and pricing and might come off to some as being jerks with their honesty but it's a tattoo shop, what do you expect rainbows and unicorns? I absolutely love all of the work I have gotten done at White Lotus. I have a freaking insanely awesome half sleeve of a peacock that Greg did 5 years ago. I've never had it touched up once and to this day it looks brand new. I get multiple compliments on it daily (for real) and I never hesitate to recommend White Lotus or to hand out their cards to anyone who asks. And even though it's been a while since I popped in for some work, I know at any time I could cruise in and be just as welcome as I was the very first day.
Review Source:Kris gave me my first tattoo and I've gone to him for all but one (and should have waited for him to do the work). Â He is creative and a great artist and I will continue to work with him on into the future. Â I cant wait for him to help me realize my Yoda tribute chest piece dream...
White Lotus is the place to go for serious ink. Â Know you aren't rolling into some litter box tattoo shop that pumps out peace signs and yin's & yang's on lettuce leafs (no offense if you are into that type of thing) for drunk college students on spring break. Â Kris and the crew are artists and do high quality work. Â Props to the reviewer who mentioned unicorns and rainbows 'cause this place is a business - expect to deal with professionals who are looking out for your best interest while running a business at the same time. Make an appointment and know what you want (or at least have some ideal). Â You will not be disappointed.
I used to get tattooed at other shops in the OC area and about 5 years ago I checked this place out and haven't gone anywhere else. I have been tattooed by Kris, Osh, Stacey, Greg and even Max the apprentice. That is everyone that works there, and everyone is down to earth and willing to make your experience there count! Nothing but quality skin enhancement here and all at a great price ! 5 stars
Review Source:my first time visit to this place. stacey is awesome!!! i had a 23 yr old tat that was faded and boring. plus it is rather small. i was ready to cover it with a new one. she gave that old thing a fresh new look. made it a little bigger & bolder. it is a whole new tat with a better personality. i love it! i show everyone whether they want to see it or not. will go back in 2-3 months for another one and let stacey do her thing.
Review Source:I got my first tattoo here 6 years ago and it has held up nicely.
I was recommended to Kris, who was awesome! Really clean lines, amazing use of color and color mixing. He made me feel comfortable and charged me a super minimal price. I realize this review is 6 years late, so maybe the prices are higher now, but I would go back to Kris for another tattoo in a heartbeat.
I have a huge tattoo on my arm that is filled with color, and I still get complimented on it. People are always amazed that I've had it for 6 years because it looks so new.
It helped also that the shop and atmosphere were ultra clean and inviting.
I've had a tattoo for the last 7 years that I really disliked - it was poorly done and I no longer felt a connection with what I had chosen. I decided it was time to cover it up with something else, and after much research of tattoo shops in the area, I went in to make an appointment with Ryan. He was very honest with me in discussing what was and wasn't possible, and he took a tracing of the old tattoo so that he could work out how to best cover it before my appointment the next week.
He did an amazing job, I am so impressed, and I finally have a tattoo I'm happy to show off. I have to admit, I was a bit intimidated before I went in, but Ryan was friendly, laid back, and professional, and he made the experience very easy. I highly recommend him, and I'll definitely be heading back to him if I want something else done, which I'm sure I will.
Ryan was absolutely amazing! Â He really helped me make sure my design was exactly the best fit for me and it came out beautiful! Â Better than I even imagined! Â He was considerate, pleasant, and quite hilarious too! Â I will definitely be back for my next tattoo!!! Â Tell him Tiffany sent you!!
Review Source:I love this place. I've only gotten 1 tattoo done but I'm saving up to get my next one from here. I had Ryan and he was really low key. Sometime I don't like when the artists asks me 239047238947 questions when they're working, I feel it distracts.
The shop is clean and the people working there are mad fun!
My skin is itching to get the next one done...
I came in with a previously botched tattoo, it was completely horrendous!
I wasn't sure if there was anything that could be done to it short of tattoo removal, but I guess that wasn't the case at all. Ryan took a look at it, and convinced me it could be done ... and it was done.
Everyone at the shop is really nice, and this place has awesome service. It's clean, professional, and is just a great business overall.
I love the tattoo now and I'm able to actually show it off (unlike before), and I will definitely be back in soon for more work.
My first experience there was somewhat frustrating.
Just felt like I was an inconvenience to the artist the entire time. He was short, gruff, and said about 3 words the entire time.
I went back for more work and found someone else. That artist looked at the art I showed him, and he said, "no problem" and proceeded to screw up my tattoo terribly.
I have since had that art covered up.
I will not be back.
Have since been to Sid's in Tustin. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Also got my last piece done at San Clemente tattoo. Very down to earth and great work.
This is seriously the best tattoo shop in Orange County in my opinion. I got two of my tattoos done by Kris Stencil; Buddha and Odin. They were both very well detailed and beautiful (Especially Odin and his great beard). I also had a lot of things in common with Kris so I kind of feel like he's my friend in a way. Judging by the amount of detail on my Odin tattoo, I thought it was going to cost over $300 but Kris only charged me $120. I was so pleased and impressed that I tipped him $100. That's how happy I was. You can also experience this euphoric goregasm of eroticisms if you get work done at  White Lotus.
Their piercers are awesome too I might add. The white dude that gauged my nose was super nice and very legit. I didn't get anything done by the Asian guy but I talked to him and he was awesome. Just go to White Lotus dude (Don't go to inkhouse, they're dicks).
This is the place I have been going to finish my half-sleeve. They do AMAZING work! they have several different artists and are all very good at what they do. I got tattooed by Kris a few years ago, and he was really nice and did a quick and great job. Ryan is the artist who is working on my sleeve and he does veryyy good work and I look forward to seeing what everything looks like once its all done...2 more appointments to go! This is the best tattoo parlor I have been to and highly suggest it to anyone looking to get quality work done. The pricing is fair for the work they do! They accept credit cards, but will love you if you pay cash instead.
Review Source:I have gotten 5 tattoos here and keep coming back. I've been to other shops before but never made an appointment, I just didn't like the shop feel. But I love the cleanliness and space and overall feel of White Lotus. Â The guys are great. I've gotten tattooed by both Ryan and Kris. Â They make you feel comfortable and make conversation, and they are also good help with decision making and helping you draw up something you want. I was there just a couple weeks ago after not getting tattooed for 3 years and I will be making another appointment (With Kris) tomorrow :)
Review Source:a big, clean shop with great tattooers. at least there were when i got tattooed there. but kris and ryan k are still there and theyre both great and nice and wont make even the newbiest of tattoo wanters feel dumb.
plus, at least in the past, they get great guest tattooers.
they have a lot of flash to choose from but can also draw up something if you have an idea but cant draw yourself.
get inked up there now, brah. just do it.
Two words: Greg Pugh.
I got my first (and so far, only) tattoo here by recommendation from a friend who has gotten 4 beautiful tattoos from Greg. Â
First, before you go, know:
1.) You cannot make an appointment over the phone. Â Why? Because getting a tattoo may seem like a good idea when you make the phone call, but then you change your mind...and the artist is screwed. Â Show up in person, put down a $20 dollar deposit, and know that you may have to wait a couple of weeks.
2.) It is helpful to know what you want; the guy making the appointment will ask you so that he knows approximately how much time to block off.
All that being said, they are amazing. Â There is a lot of artwork on the walls (from the traditional tattoo stuff, hearts, butterflies, etc, to more interesting designs) and all of the artists are unique. Â The place is VERY clean and professional, and I felt totally comfortable while getting my tattoo. Â I knew what I wanted (a slight re-imagining of a Georgia O'Keeffe painting) and Greg took about 20 minutes to draw it up. Â I heard him mumble to himself while he was drawing "this is going to be awesome" and I have to say, it is. Â He was completely professional and nice, and I know when I get my next tattoo I will go back to him. Â I have no idea if they accept cards or not, but I think they deal mostly in cash; generally you can get a quote of about how much it will cost based on size and detail and colors. Bring extra for a tip.
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