19 Reviews

Richards

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
General Info
With its first shop opening in 1986, Richards quickly gained popular status as the place to get tattooed and with its customer base increasing, relocated to its current location in 1990 and undergoing a complete interior refit by a leading Aberdeen Architect in 1996. The shop is divided into three areas, reception and waiting area where you will be greeted by a member of our staff. The tattoo benches, where Richard and Jimmy work in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The Piercing studio is a private area containing all the necessary equipment. All areas are kept to the highest possible hygiene standards.
Reviews
Wojciech Kacper
8 May 2018
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Quick and painless(ish, obviously) The girl doing it was very friendly and knowledgeable. All in all a great experience and will deffo be back for more. Also, afaik best prices in Aberdeen. :) Service... Read More
Quick and painless(ish, obviously) The girl doing it was very friendly and knowledgeable. All in all a great experience and will deffo be back for more. Also, afaik best prices in Aberdeen. :) Service walk-ins which is also great. Read Less
james ingram
8 Jan 2018
REPORT
just back from a 3hr sitting with jimmy,spot on,helpful and takes time to make sure your 100% happy with design b4 he starts.booked next aptmnt already.would recommend.
Thomson
18 Dec 2017
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Had 3 piercings done there now, all clean and well done
kevin moir
29 Aug 2017
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Really good job would go back to Richards again
Zander West
1 Aug 2017
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Richard did a couple of swallows on my calf today, very friendly, felt at ease, everything very clean,, very happy with my new tattoo, will be back for more,, 5 stars!
David Gauld
29 Jul 2017
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Simply the best. Fast and efficient. The Quality of their work speaks for itself. You pay for, what you get.
Masaï Monsel-Torres
12 Jul 2017
REPORT
Best Tattoo shop in Aberdeen. Friendly, and they do great work on par with world-class tattooists.
Chell Mitchell
4 Jul 2017
REPORT
The workshop looked so clean and everything was sterile and one use only items giving me confidence in the hygiene in place the artists were so welcoming and went over everything that would happen whi... Read More
The workshop looked so clean and everything was sterile and one use only items giving me confidence in the hygiene in place the artists were so welcoming and went over everything that would happen while getting tattooed as this is my first tattoo he settled my nerves and I had an amazing experience at his hands my tattoo looks amazing and I would give my full confidence to tell others to go to them in the future thank you for everything again Read Less
Chris J Ferguson
9 May 2017
REPORT
What an incredible job Jimmy did yesterday! I got a half Japanese sleeve with Koi, waves and cherry blossom covering up an old tribal tattoo I had. Absolutely awesome work, I am so chuffed with it!
Sam Pat Milne
4 May 2017
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Been going here for years. They have done most of my tattoos, both jimmy and Richard. Love them�
Jill Cruickshank
2 May 2017
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Just got my 4th tattoo done and its fantastic. I'm terrified at needles and everything is always done to make me feel as comfortable as possible. Wouldn't go anywhere else
Jamie Peat
27 Apr 2017
REPORT
Jimmy does all styles and is very fast, there are artists in Aberdeen who do all day sessions, complete waste of money, Jimmy works a lot faster than these clowns � They are doing appointment now aswe... Read More
Jimmy does all styles and is very fast, there are artists in Aberdeen who do all day sessions, complete waste of money, Jimmy works a lot faster than these clowns � They are doing appointment now aswell, so can't recommend them enough. 5� Read Less
Chris Flavell
26 Mar 2017
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Had my third tattoo (first here) done yesterday by Jimmy. I have to say how pleased I am with the whole experience from getting the initial ideas, through to the planning of the design. Jimmy has done... Read More
Had my third tattoo (first here) done yesterday by Jimmy. I have to say how pleased I am with the whole experience from getting the initial ideas, through to the planning of the design. Jimmy has done a great job and I've only had positive feedback from friends and family. Anyone wanting ink, go see Jimmy for sure. Read Less
Nadine Ross
1 Mar 2017
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Got my first tattoo today which was done by Jimmy! I'm absolutely delighted with my tattoo & would recommend people to come here! Brenna also did an excellent job of helping me to arrange my tattoo!
Kelly Duncan
12 Jan 2017
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Been going to Jimmy for a while now & wouldn't go anywhere else, he's done a couple of cover ups for me from stuff I got done elsewhere in my younger days as well as doing some of his own work for me.... Read More
Been going to Jimmy for a while now & wouldn't go anywhere else, he's done a couple of cover ups for me from stuff I got done elsewhere in my younger days as well as doing some of his own work for me. I've always came away happy & he's straight to the point when talking with him for further ideas & advice which is great. Read Less
Dax
18 Jun 2016
REPORT
I was first tattooed by Richard 27 years ago when he was the only place to go in Aberdeen. Many excellent tattoos later Aberdeen now has a pretty wide selection of tattoo parlours, and Richards is sti... Read More
I was first tattooed by Richard 27 years ago when he was the only place to go in Aberdeen. Many excellent tattoos later Aberdeen now has a pretty wide selection of tattoo parlours, and Richards is still the only place I'd go. There's no substitute for experience . The advice you'll get about design, aftercare, skin type, positioning, etc, is second to none. Hygiene is impeccable, and the pace of work will save on pain. Read Less
Karen Macdonald
3 Nov 2015
REPORT
Got another tattoo on my arm from Jimmy yesterday, this time a cover up and did an amazing job again, all staff very friendly and give good advice, would highly recommend!
Ginette Sear
10 Aug 2014
REPORT
I have been going to Richards for over ten years and wouldn't go any where else. As I live in Shropshire, this entails over a thousand mile trip, for my sleeve...worth every mile! This guy has won var... Read More
I have been going to Richards for over ten years and wouldn't go any where else. As I live in Shropshire, this entails over a thousand mile trip, for my sleeve...worth every mile! This guy has won various top titles at tattoo conventions and has clients from overseas. His studio is immaculate and the standards of hygiene are second to none. Jennie Park: I can only think you are a jealous tattooist...after all, if Richard was so bad, why would you go back there again?! Doh! Richard is not there to make best friends with you, he's there to make great artwork...he's been in the business long enough to advise you on what's best for your tattoo...if you are undecided, you shouldn't be there...go home and make your mind up! To sum up...I have had amazing customer experience, amazing tattoos and I certainly wouldn't travel 1,000 miles+ to get a tattoo if it wasn't worth it!!! Brenna does brilliant piercings too. Clinically 100%, quick, pain free...wouldn't get pierced anywhere else :-) Funny how people leaving negative's don't show their profile face... Mmmmmm!Read Less
Jenni Park
12 Mar 2014
REPORT
Avoid at all costs, there are far better places in Aberdeen that deserve your money. I have been here on two occasions and I genuinely cannot get over the staffs attitudes. The owner - Richard - did ... Read More
Avoid at all costs, there are far better places in Aberdeen that deserve your money. I have been here on two occasions and I genuinely cannot get over the staffs attitudes. The owner - Richard - did my tattoo and was probably one of the rudest people I have ever came across. He had a go at me for wanting to change the size he had initially made the stencil and when I instructed him of the placement (very politely might I add) he had the cheek to say "I am trying to work with you not against you here, make up your mind" as if I was being a difficult customer. Had I not had a tattoo previously, I probably would of been terrified of the experience. He did not make me feel at ease one little bit. Due to the tattoo's placement, I had to remove my top. As a woman, the least he could of done was draw the curtain, as a male customer sat on the bed right next to me. For the owner of a business, he certainly does not value the custom he gets. I really am surprised there is any loyal customers. To top it off I am now going to have to get the tattoo touched up as the quality was so poor. PLEASE, do not waste your time and hard earned money - go else where.Read Less
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Richards

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
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3 Trinity Quay
Aberdeen Aberdeenshire AB11 5AA
With its first shop opening in 1986, Richards quickly gained popular status as the place to get tattooed and with its customer base increasing, relocated to its current location in 1990 and undergoing a complete interior refit by a leading Aberdeen Architect in 1996. The shop is divided into three areas, reception and waiting area where you will be greeted by a member of our staff. The tattoo benches, where Richard and Jimmy work in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The Piercing studio is a private area containing all the necessary equipment. All areas are kept to the highest possible hygiene standards.
Monday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Saturday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Wojciech Kacper
8 May 2018
REPORT
Quick and painless(ish, obviously) The girl doing it was very friendly and knowledgeable. All in all a great experience and will deffo be back for more. Also, afaik best prices in Aberdeen. :) Service... Read More
Quick and painless(ish, obviously) The girl doing it was very friendly and knowledgeable. All in all a great experience and will deffo be back for more. Also, afaik best prices in Aberdeen. :) Service walk-ins which is also great. Read Less
james ingram
8 Jan 2018
REPORT
just back from a 3hr sitting with jimmy,spot on,helpful and takes time to make sure your 100% happy with design b4 he starts.booked next aptmnt already.would recommend.
Thomson
18 Dec 2017
REPORT
Had 3 piercings done there now, all clean and well done
kevin moir
29 Aug 2017
REPORT
Really good job would go back to Richards again
Zander West
1 Aug 2017
REPORT
Richard did a couple of swallows on my calf today, very friendly, felt at ease, everything very clean,, very happy with my new tattoo, will be back for more,, 5 stars!
David Gauld
29 Jul 2017
REPORT
Simply the best. Fast and efficient. The Quality of their work speaks for itself. You pay for, what you get.
Masaï Monsel-Torres
12 Jul 2017
REPORT
Best Tattoo shop in Aberdeen. Friendly, and they do great work on par with world-class tattooists.
Chell Mitchell
4 Jul 2017
REPORT
The workshop looked so clean and everything was sterile and one use only items giving me confidence in the hygiene in place the artists were so welcoming and went over everything that would happen whi... Read More
The workshop looked so clean and everything was sterile and one use only items giving me confidence in the hygiene in place the artists were so welcoming and went over everything that would happen while getting tattooed as this is my first tattoo he settled my nerves and I had an amazing experience at his hands my tattoo looks amazing and I would give my full confidence to tell others to go to them in the future thank you for everything again Read Less
Chris J Ferguson
9 May 2017
REPORT
What an incredible job Jimmy did yesterday! I got a half Japanese sleeve with Koi, waves and cherry blossom covering up an old tribal tattoo I had. Absolutely awesome work, I am so chuffed with it!
Sam Pat Milne
4 May 2017
REPORT
Been going here for years. They have done most of my tattoos, both jimmy and Richard. Love them�
Jill Cruickshank
2 May 2017
REPORT
Just got my 4th tattoo done and its fantastic. I'm terrified at needles and everything is always done to make me feel as comfortable as possible. Wouldn't go anywhere else
Jamie Peat
27 Apr 2017
REPORT
Jimmy does all styles and is very fast, there are artists in Aberdeen who do all day sessions, complete waste of money, Jimmy works a lot faster than these clowns � They are doing appointment now aswe... Read More
Jimmy does all styles and is very fast, there are artists in Aberdeen who do all day sessions, complete waste of money, Jimmy works a lot faster than these clowns � They are doing appointment now aswell, so can't recommend them enough. 5� Read Less
Chris Flavell
26 Mar 2017
REPORT
Had my third tattoo (first here) done yesterday by Jimmy. I have to say how pleased I am with the whole experience from getting the initial ideas, through to the planning of the design. Jimmy has done... Read More
Had my third tattoo (first here) done yesterday by Jimmy. I have to say how pleased I am with the whole experience from getting the initial ideas, through to the planning of the design. Jimmy has done a great job and I've only had positive feedback from friends and family. Anyone wanting ink, go see Jimmy for sure. Read Less
Nadine Ross
1 Mar 2017
REPORT
Got my first tattoo today which was done by Jimmy! I'm absolutely delighted with my tattoo & would recommend people to come here! Brenna also did an excellent job of helping me to arrange my tattoo!
Kelly Duncan
12 Jan 2017
REPORT
Been going to Jimmy for a while now & wouldn't go anywhere else, he's done a couple of cover ups for me from stuff I got done elsewhere in my younger days as well as doing some of his own work for me.... Read More
Been going to Jimmy for a while now & wouldn't go anywhere else, he's done a couple of cover ups for me from stuff I got done elsewhere in my younger days as well as doing some of his own work for me. I've always came away happy & he's straight to the point when talking with him for further ideas & advice which is great. Read Less
Dax
18 Jun 2016
REPORT
I was first tattooed by Richard 27 years ago when he was the only place to go in Aberdeen. Many excellent tattoos later Aberdeen now has a pretty wide selection of tattoo parlours, and Richards is sti... Read More
I was first tattooed by Richard 27 years ago when he was the only place to go in Aberdeen. Many excellent tattoos later Aberdeen now has a pretty wide selection of tattoo parlours, and Richards is still the only place I'd go. There's no substitute for experience . The advice you'll get about design, aftercare, skin type, positioning, etc, is second to none. Hygiene is impeccable, and the pace of work will save on pain. Read Less
Karen Macdonald
3 Nov 2015
REPORT
Got another tattoo on my arm from Jimmy yesterday, this time a cover up and did an amazing job again, all staff very friendly and give good advice, would highly recommend!
Ginette Sear
10 Aug 2014
REPORT
I have been going to Richards for over ten years and wouldn't go any where else. As I live in Shropshire, this entails over a thousand mile trip, for my sleeve...worth every mile! This guy has won var... Read More
I have been going to Richards for over ten years and wouldn't go any where else. As I live in Shropshire, this entails over a thousand mile trip, for my sleeve...worth every mile! This guy has won various top titles at tattoo conventions and has clients from overseas. His studio is immaculate and the standards of hygiene are second to none. Jennie Park: I can only think you are a jealous tattooist...after all, if Richard was so bad, why would you go back there again?! Doh! Richard is not there to make best friends with you, he's there to make great artwork...he's been in the business long enough to advise you on what's best for your tattoo...if you are undecided, you shouldn't be there...go home and make your mind up! To sum up...I have had amazing customer experience, amazing tattoos and I certainly wouldn't travel 1,000 miles+ to get a tattoo if it wasn't worth it!!! Brenna does brilliant piercings too. Clinically 100%, quick, pain free...wouldn't get pierced anywhere else :-) Funny how people leaving negative's don't show their profile face... Mmmmmm!Read Less
Jenni Park
12 Mar 2014
REPORT
Avoid at all costs, there are far better places in Aberdeen that deserve your money. I have been here on two occasions and I genuinely cannot get over the staffs attitudes. The owner - Richard - did ... Read More
Avoid at all costs, there are far better places in Aberdeen that deserve your money. I have been here on two occasions and I genuinely cannot get over the staffs attitudes. The owner - Richard - did my tattoo and was probably one of the rudest people I have ever came across. He had a go at me for wanting to change the size he had initially made the stencil and when I instructed him of the placement (very politely might I add) he had the cheek to say "I am trying to work with you not against you here, make up your mind" as if I was being a difficult customer. Had I not had a tattoo previously, I probably would of been terrified of the experience. He did not make me feel at ease one little bit. Due to the tattoo's placement, I had to remove my top. As a woman, the least he could of done was draw the curtain, as a male customer sat on the bed right next to me. For the owner of a business, he certainly does not value the custom he gets. I really am surprised there is any loyal customers. To top it off I am now going to have to get the tattoo touched up as the quality was so poor. PLEASE, do not waste your time and hard earned money - go else where.Read Less
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