I am newish to the SD area and have been itching for more art and to fix some art I have that is not what I need it to be. I have been on the search for a new artist for some time and have gotten many referrals and been reviewing and researching artists from downtown to North County on south and out to East county; which brought me to Blueprint. They did not have the most reviews; however if you read the stellar reviews, look at work that Rodrigo has done, learn his history and go out to Instagram and look at his work there, you will understand my decision to go with him. I have only had a consultation, but from the moment I walked into the shop I was impressed.  I stopped by impromptu after dinner to see if I could make an appointment. Right away I noticed that this is a very clean shop. There was a friendly gentleman at the front desk area who greeted me as I walked in and after I explained why I was there he pointed out Rodrigo to me and let me know it would be a couple of minutes.  I appreciated him getting me started. Rodrigo was in the middle of another consultation which he was attentive too and took his time, I like that. When it was my turn he introduced himself, shook my hand and gave me his full attention.  He has an easy going presence about him and I felt comfortable immediately. He looked at my art and was very enthusiastic and realistic about what could and could not be done.  He had ideas on how to keep it original, yet assure that it would  transfer from paper to skin and would be a lifetime peice. I have had other art that did not transfer from paper to skin as I wanted them to and have bled out, now they are needing fixing or cover up, so this was a big plus in my book and confirmed that my choice to go with Rodrigo is the right one. So... I have not even had work done yet, but am so excited to get started and will update with what I know are amazing peices after we get started. Do your research, it is permanent. You need to love it, and I know that I have done my research and found the man that I will trust with my art. Read Less

Artist who did my 18 year old daughters tattoo seemed cool in the beginning. But when she when back for a touch up she happened to wear leggings. Creep texted her later telling her the it made his day. He tried to text her a couple of more times and she just ignored them and later deleted the texts. Dude knew she was only 18. While my daughter may be of legal age he is most likely 10 years older then her. Will never go back to this place. Creep needs to hit on females of his own age and stay away from teenage girls. Read Less

Amazing experience! Rodrigo was great and able to give me advice on what would and wouldn't work with the tattoo I wanted. I would recommend Blueprint to anyone! Thanks for the beautiful piece, Rodrigo! Read Less

Love love love this place! professional, clean, friendly and helpfull. Rodrigo was awesome!! More then helpful and made me feel extremely comfortable! NO PAIN AT ALL! I definitely recommend this place if you're planning to have a tattoo Read Less

Love love love this place! professional, clean, friendly and helpfull. Rodrigo was awesome!! More then helpful and made me feel extremely comfortable! NO PAIN AT ALL! I definitely recommend this place if you're planning to have a tattoo Read Less

This is one of the best tattoo shops around. I've had work done here twice now and nothing but great experience!! Rodrigo did both my pieces, and both times exceeded my expectations!! Excellent work, excellent customer service. Oh yea and he's super nice too. Would definitely recommend this place!! Read Less

Rodrigo is an amazing artist. Very detail oriented!  Not only is he amazing on tattooing, he offers many suggestions that are super helpful! The shop is clean and well maintained. I absolutely love my tattoo! It is more beautiful than I even imagined thanks to Rodrigo! Read Less

Panic is the best! Great atmosphere and very clean work! He tatted my name on my boyfriend and it came out amazing! He is very talented! I can't wait to go get my tattoo done next..... it's the place to go! I totally recommend blue print tattoo!!!!! Five stars! Read Less

We moved to San Diego 2 years ago, and i had been looking for a good artist. I didn't find a good artist, instead i found an AMAZING artist. Not only is he a great artist, but he is a perfectionist and incredibly clean. Everything he uses is sterilized. He checks every single needle with a magnifying glass to make sure the needle is perfect. He will listen to what you want, and then make it perfect!! Both my wife and i have gotten tattooed here. We both love our tattoos. I got a memorial piece done for my mom. It came out absolutely beautiful. I can't wait to get more work done in a few weeks by Rodrigo. I highly recommend going to him whether it's for your first piece or your 20th,  you will not regret it. Read Less

I went on a quest to find the perfect artist for my 3rd tattoo. I searched Pacific Beach, El Cajon and downtown. I interviewed tattoo shop owners. Let's just say I did my homework.  Rodrigo grew up as a street artist in Southeast San Diego.  He honed his skilled over many years.  After returning from living in Las Vegas, he opened Blueprint Tattoo.  His shop is remarkable clean.  I met many of his clients visiting his shop many times and looking at his work.  Then I gave him my design.  He re-drew my idea, and made many improvements. When it was time for him to push ink into my skin, he spent 45 minutes sterilizing the work space and paid attention to every detail, He looked at each needle under a magnifying loop to make sure they were perfect.  Once the stage was set with several tattoo guns to get the right texture and fill, he started his work. He is an amazing artist and would stop and look at his work and start again... going for perfection. He has a gentle hand (far less painful than my last tattoos), not drawing any blood and the healing is going so much better.  When I thought he was done, he kept reviewing his work and suggested additional color and shading. When he finished he stood over my piece with a huge smile.  That is an artist that truly cares about his work. I am stoked how well his work came out and love my tattoo. Rodrigo is a family many, living in Santee and devoted to his wife, kids and his art.  I highly recommend him. Read Less

Rodrigo is amazing! Look no further for a tattoo place. I took my mom in for mother/daughter tats, it was her 70th birthday gift and her very first tattoo. She picked a cute design online but the one Rodrigo drew turned out even better. Everything was super clean and he is a legit artist! Read Less

Rodrigio was simply terrific. My wife and I got matching tattoos for our 20th anniversary. My wife was very nervous and Rodrigio got her through it with flying colors. The result was amazing tattoos that we are thrilled with. Big recommendation for blueprint tattoo. Very clean. Very nice. Great experience. Read Less

I only have two tattoos, the one Rodrigo did for me covers most of my back. I couldn't be happier with the finished work!! Rodrigo took the time to listen to what I wanted and gave great advise regarding the details I wanted included. I brought my sister in for a tattoo and have referred Rodrigo many times. I couldn't count how many compliments I've received on his work. As soon as I decide on a design, he'll be doing my next tattoo!! Read Less