I am a complete newbie to tattoos, just got my first one here yesterday. It could not have been a more positive experience from start to finish! Kirk is just the best! He made me feel at ease, he in... Read More
I am a complete newbie to tattoos, just got my first one here yesterday. It could not have been a more positive experience from start to finish! Kirk is just the best! He made me feel at ease, he interpreted and executed exactly what I wanted (way beyond my expectations, in fact), and the result is beautiful.Had been thinking about this for a very long time, decided the time was right, did a lot of research, and tried one other highly rated shop first. Never got as far as the tattoo, thank goodness, because the situation was not a happy one. So I researched some more, and when I first dropped into Karma, I instantly felt comfortable (perhaps not so easy for a mid-60s grandmother of five in a tattoo shop!) When I returned for my appointment with Kirk, I had a sketch of what I had in mind, done by my 13-year-old granddaughter, and he took it and just upped it to a higher level that still matched the spirit of what she had created.I felt a little self-conscious about even the idea of a tattoo, partly because what I wanted was small, simple, and nothing an artist could add proudly to a portfolio or make a lot of money from. However, Kirk made me feel as if my artwork were just as important as anyone else's, and put tremendous care and time and artistry into the execution. He was also very careful to ensure that I knew how to take care of the work so that it would continue to be just as vibrant when it heals. The price was also surprisingly reasonable, given the amount of time and attention I received. Could not recommend this clean, professional, attractive shop more highly, and Kirk is a true artist. Read Less