The Best Calgary Tattoo Shops

Fantastic experience getting my second tattoo here. All of the staff and artists were really great people. Daniel did an amazing job coming up with some really cool original art from our discussion. The tattoo looks so fricking good!! Absolutely love it!! Will definitely be going back to Daniel!
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Went for $99 Tattoo Thursdays. Everyone is so nice and friendly. And it was even better that everyone laughed and loved that I named our dino tattoos, stabby dino & given up on life dino. Looking forward to our next visit, hopefully sooner than later.

I have gotten my belly & nose pierced here a few years ago & both experiences were very positive; it was hygienic and i felt very comfortable. I wanted to get a new septum jewellery so I went here to look at some & the piercing specialist, Dan had an open and honest conversation with me about the type of jewellery I want, the types of questions I should be asking to get safe jewellery while shopping around & what my budget is like. He did not pressure me to buy any jewellery today, instead he gently suggested that I sleep on my decision with the information he provided so that I am able to make a confident decision & be happy with my purchase. He knows what he’s talking about and he simply wanted to pass along his expertise so that I could make an informed purchase. Can’t recommend this place enough, they really take care of their customers, even if you are not a paying customer on that day. ❤️❤️

Got my second nostril pierced by Dan today and it had to be my best piercing experience so far. I’d highly recommend this place for piercings. As it was my other nostril, he took lots of care making sure it was even and matched my other jewellery. The entire process and stud was reasonably priced considering the level of care and standard of jewellery. Dan was super kind, professional and informative and I barely felt a thing! It hasn’t hurt since, I’m super pleased with the experience.

Amazing!! All staff are welcoming and kind by interacting with everyone and acknowledging the thought put into chosen piece. All work to make you feel comfortable and at ease throughout your session. Will be returning many times. Highly recommend Shane as an artist.

I’ve had two tattoos done at Honor Bound, from two different artists and I’m incredibly pleased with both. Some of the best artists in the city. Their shop is bright, clean, well decorated and easy to access. I would recommend this shop to anyone and will be going back for my next one. Thanks again Dan!

Went to get a few tattoos with my boyfriend and elvy was absolutely amazing, she always goes above and beyond for her clients to make sure they’re comfortable before doing anything! 11/10 will be back soon!

Elvy is always the best. They do amazing work and make you feel right at home when you get any art done by them. I’ve never enjoyed getting tattooed more than when I get tattoos done by Elvy. It’s painless, quick and their colour distribution is immaculate. All my tattoos that have colour from them keep their colour perfectly and so so vibrant even after a year. Definitely recommend Elvy if you love older 2000s style cute anime art and perfect colour work. ❤️

Mahala of Inked by Lala was wonderful to work with, from the first. She has created beautiful designs based on my vague and confused ideas. She has also created a stunning arm piece based on a painting I love, and that gets me daily compliments.

Boss Beltline is a great location, easy to get to, easy parking, and absolutely gorgeous and welcoming inside. Their artists are all incredibly talented.

I look forward to working on more designs with Mahala!

I’ve been with John since his first shop when he worked by himself. How far he has come is no fluke. He is a great artist who knows how to run and manage multiple businesses. His tattoo shops have become a premiere franchise in Calgary with a very loyal clientele. I have no doubt when John tattoos me and offers suggestions in adding to my ideas and tattoos. Real quality art and real investments. It’s been a pleasure over the years talking and dealing with you.

First time getting a tattoo here, and it will not be the last! I got inked by Salem (@linkachutattoo on insta), and they are absolutely AMAZING. I’m definitely making another appointment with them in the future 😁

Denali (@spindriftstudio) did my botanical tattoo and I couldn’t put in words how positive it went! She was patient prior to tattooing going through what I had in mind and what we could work on together to get the exact result I wanted, sent me the stencil early so I could review it, gave extra time for the appointment so it would be exactly what I wanted (with flexible appointment times), allowed my sister to be with me for the appointment, redid the stencil multiple times without complaint, and went through in detail what I should expect after. The studio itself was clean and I had no concerns throughout the appointment, even offering breaks if I needed it (on a two hour tattoo). I would highly recommend this artist and the studio!

Jordan booked me in here. He is basically my go-to when it comes to tattoos. Nice spot that also does piercing.

Jordan booked me into this amazing studio for some back shading and it was incredible ! Jordan is the man to go to for anything tattoo related, he can do so much and is incredibly genuine and patient with me! If you’re looking for any sort of tattoo I HIGHLY recommend calling up Jordan and booking in for some gorgeous tattoos 💎 🔥

Had such an amazing experience with these guys! My 2 cousins and I were all in an out within an hour of walking in, very fairly priced and was a great environment. The two of the three of us were first timers and it couldn’t have gone better! Highly recommend Kent and the gang to anyone looking for great art and great people!

Went in for a quick touch up on a old tattoo and a new finger tattoo just as a walk in. Chase my tattoo artist was very attentive and checked in with me frequently which was a first for me. I really appreciate that alot. So thank you so much Chase.

The tattoo artists here were all super nice and welcoming. I would definitely come back again.

Thank you guys !!!! You guys are the best !!!!💓