Wow! I'd been to Warlocks before and found a lot of attitude. At Blue Phoenix I felt comfortable and safe. I watched the artist, Lacie, open the needles and cover everything in plastic. She explained what we would do and how to handle aftercare. You know a tattoo artist is good when you have to ask them to stop for a sec because you have to laugh. Even while doling out the pain, Lacie was fun and funny and as gentle as possible (when needling my flesh.) She listened to what I wanted and gave me more than I expected. There's a difference between a tattooist and an artist. Lacie is definitely an artist!
I highly recommend the shop and I know it's the only place I'll go for tattoos.
Pros: artistry, clean, friendly, comfortable
Cons: didn't have one
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