Service all in all was great, very friendly and inviting/accomodating. In regards to tattooing - I am totally UNHAPPY with the ink I got done by Art & Body. The design ON MY BODY does not look anything like the picture I gave and the lines don't meet together. I gave clear instruction of style and expectation and not once was I advised that this was not their style. I went for realism greyscale. What I got was not what I paid for...! Thankfully I have a studio that is going to try fix most of the mistakes but the darkness is going to be a challenge...! I'm learning more and more about tattoos, I have come to realise that you have to find someone that has had work done and if you like the style, designs and outcome - book with them, otherwise - DONT TAKE THE RISK - I did and was left frustrated and disappointed. Read Less

I am thrilled with the design and artistry of my first-ever tattoo, received in February 2016 while I was on vacation at Mt Maunganui (I live in the U.S.). I cannot recommend Julie's work highly enough. She was knowledgeable, personable and professional - a delight to work with. I followed aftercare instructions to the letter, and experienced absolutely no pain, swelling or inflammation. I have received many compliments from friends and family on my above-the-ankle body art - a six inch Bellbird that reflects both my Maori heritage and the avatar I use for professional purposes - both very meaningful to me. An amazing experience and a fantastic result. Thank you, Julie! Read Less