I recently had the pleasure of getting tattooed by John Lupo, and I can't recommend him highly enough. From start to finish, my experience was exceptional. John is a true artist. His ability to translate ideas into beautiful, detailed tattoos is unparalleled. He doesn't take walk ins, so definitely make an appointment.
On vacation went to get two small tattoos with hubs for our anniversary. About half inch in size and only two characters ie: 12. Initially was told $120 total which okay it’s a bit much for a 2 minute tattoo but sure $60 pp let’s do it. later as we were waiting and the person who told us the pricing went to the back and came back out he switched it up and said $120 per tattoo. Meaning $240 for two number 12’s in a basic font, half inch. Insanely expensive especially after he initially told us $120 for both not per. We opted out of doing it
Revised for the sake of reviewing fairly not just re: pricing.. upon getting to the shop we were greeted by a happy sweet girl in front who we told us the guy next to her would help us. He looked at us and looked back at his screen. We stood in front of him a few minutes as he continued working on his computer without so much acknowledging us. Minutes later he asked how he can help and that’s when the whole pricing switch up happened.
15+ tattoos since 2018, and some piercings in 2023.
The piercer is incredibly professional. Damn near felt like I was getting prepped for surgery, which was ultimately comforting.
The front desk has always been helpful, whether I'm the only person walking in or I'm in line behind five people.
There aren't any styles or designs I'd be apprehensive about approaching the shop with, but I must say the traditional tattoos I have are S-Tier.