Mindy is one of the best!! She did an amazing job so far on my Tattoo!! One more session to go!! Plus the shop is very nice and clean! The other artist I meet were cool too!! You've got to check them out!! Thank you Mindy!! Cya next month when we get back from LA!! Read Less

Hands down best shop around. I walk in the door and feel like I'm at home. Friendly, talented and very clean. Always overly impressed. All artist are very talented, although I've only had work by Eddie Julian. Read Less

Eddie is an incredible artist!! Share your thoughts and he turns them into a masterpiece!! He has so much attention to detail & so much vision!! The environment at his shop is so friendly, completely professional, super hygenic, & comfortable! There will never be another tattoo artist to ink me other than him!! Read Less

Eddie Julian one of the owners at Leviathan tattoo is the only artist I ever want to tattoo me again. He is professional and so very talented. He has done most of my work and several of my family and friends tattoos. The set up of the shop is very private and well planned. Each artist has their own room and Eddie has a flat screen tv with tons of movies and shows to watch while getting the best art in the greater Sacramento area. He designs and personalizes every piece custom and is not one of those artists that just does the same work on everyone. He has blown my mind every time. He listens and works to incorporate my ideas with his amazing eye for art. He is an extremely versatile artist. His realism especially is breathtaking. Thanks Eddie Read Less

Mindy did a phenomenal job on my half sleeve! She really took her time and made sure every detail was on point. This is my second custom piece I had done by her and I highly recommend her for your next piece. Read Less

Do you want money left over for your honey? Do you want to go to a tattoo shop that’s so hygienic you’re bubble boy kid can lick off the floor? Would you like to be chillin’ like a villain in a comfortable, private room with the most talented artists on the west coast you will feel like you are right at home? Maybe you’re into stranger danger and want endless compliments from random folks for the most amazing ink you will ever receive in this lifetime? If you answered “YES” to any of the above, then Leviathan Tattoo is the place for you! Mindy Mello is by far the most gifted artist I have EVER seen and once you get work done by her you will NEVER go elsewhere! She is extremely understanding of what you are wanting, and goes above and beyond! Her work speaks for itself. The rest of the staff is super friendly and inviting as well. Read Less

I've had 2 tattoos done by mindy and each took several sessions. The shop is always super clean and the atmosphere is pretty comfortable. I love the separate rooms for each artist. Both my tattoos by mindy are exactly as I envisioned. She's very talented and versatile. She's also one of the nicest people I've ever met. Read Less

I took a design to Eddie and what he came back with was even better than what I showed him. His work is absolutely amazing, detailed and beautiful. He was fun and laid back to work with. My husband and I will be back in a few months, and only that far out because that's the soonest we could get new appointments. The only con I can think of is the same as others have said – you'll need to book Eddie out a long time in advance. But he is SO very worth it. Read Less

I had my work done with Eddie Julian and I'm extremely satisfied. The place is clean and made me feel confident in my safety and Eddie's work was beautiful. After seeing him in action, my wife is impatient to return to get her ink done. Eddie's always booked out several months in advance, but there's a good reason he's in demand. It was worth the wait. Read Less

Let me first start off by saying that I had come to this place because of all the good things i had heard about this tattoo shop. I had even visited their facebook page which had a photo of two different tattoos expressing the difference in the price of "quality" tattoos.   I had been wanting to get work done on both of my shoulders, and had been saving up for it for some time. I thought that this would be a great place to go.That was my first mistake.I explained what I wanted, gave references and ideas. I felt like I had to fight him a little on what I wanted, but I had thought that maybe I had just explained it wrong.Chris was completely unprofessional.I had gone in with my boyfriend and nephew but there were signs that said only the person getting tattooed could be in the room, so they left to kill time. The moment we started the session, however, two other guys that I assume worked there came in, and they conversed about their personal lives, the girls they were screwing, and sharing photos their friends had sent them. One of the other guys was really creepy, and was incredibly inappropriate. One of the first things he said to me was that he thought it was cool that I had two guys, and when I had explained that one of those was my 15yr old nephew, he proceeded to say how they have to start somewhere, and when they're that young they cant last long anyways, then asked if that was taking it too far. I had obviously said yes and had given him a dirty look, and he stopped talking but would repeatedly tease about how I looked like I wanted to kill him every time he walked in.Chris had explain to me when we had first started that he had carpal tunnel, and would have to break every now and then, or he'd feel it in the morning. I was understanding about that, but we ended up taking constant breaks because he wanted to socialize with his friends that kept showing up. He kept apologizing and thanking me for my patience.   Eventually, I called my boyfriend to come back, and that's when the other guys stayed out of the room.   About the tattoo....When I was getting it placed, I kept adjusting it, and removing things. I had explained to him that I liked it simple, and not busy. I apologized for giving him a hard time, but he said that that was exactly what I should be doing since it would be on my body forever. I THOUGHT HE ACTUALLY MEANT THAT. I was so upset to later discover that he had added the details back on, that I had specifically asked him to NOT put on me. He added things to the tattoo without my permission or acknowledgement, that I didn't even know where there until it was too late. The opposite side was supposed to be exactly identical, IT'S NOT. He added things and details, and even free handed them with the machine at that. If he needed to put the stencil on again because he couldn't see the lines, I WOULD HAVE BEEN SO OKAY WITH THAT. He also shaded both sides differently,  and his work looks Sloppy. Chris just did pretty much whatever Chris felt like doing. He bragged about his 29+ yrs of experience, and what he put on me was mediocre at best.   This piece runs from my shoulders to my collar bones. Its not what I was expecting or asked for and I'm so upset that its not what I wanted.   I HATE the extra stuff he added, again WITHOUT MY CONSENT OR KNOWLEDGE, and I think it looks so disgusting. I wanted this piece so bad, and now I regret ever stepping foot in there. This is on my body FOREVER. I woke up the next morning and was already thinking of ways to COVER it. I'm EMBARRASSED of it. That's not something you want to feel after getting a tattoo.   This guy still wanted to charge me from the moment we walked in, til the end. He gave me a "discount" for his "fucking around" but I still had to pay $500 for a piece of shit.This guy represents the shop. If the shop is going to advertise quality work, then they need to hire quality artists who respect their clients, and their wishes.If you go in, and Chris is going to do your tattoo, my best advice would be to run for the hills. Read Less

It took a while, but I got an awesome tattoo here by Mindy! She created exactly what I wanted and made me feel very comfortable during the entire process. I totally recommend her! This was my first tattoo and she clearly explained everything to me. Highly recommend!!! Read Less

This is a great shop to come to for custom tattoos, especially big pieces. My boyfriend has been going to artist Jonathan Leonhardt for quite some time (3+ years), where he got a full sleeve and half sleeve done. This shop is also one of the cleanest I've been to. The front is neat and orderly, and the staff are very welcoming and friendly. Jonathan has an immaculate work station, and he takes all necessary steps to properly clean and disinfect his work area/equipment. All of his appropriate certificates (like blood pathogens certification) can be seen in his room. Jonathan also gives you a lot of options concerning your tattoo. He asks a lot of questions and wants your input while he's tattooing, which is fabulous. He's a very talented artist and makes one of a kind pieces. He's really awesome at perspective and depth in my opinion. He also does beautiful color pieces. To make things comfortable, he's got a huge television so you can watch movies while you're being worked on. A great way to pass the time (and pain). Prices are very reasonable for the quality work ($120 per hour, and I think the deposit is also $120). Overall, this is a great place to come. I'm sure the rest of the staff is just as awesome and talented as Jonathan. Read Less

Do you want tattoos that make people stop and ask, “WOW that’s amazing who did that, or causes even the old conservatives to appreciate the work, then you have found the right spot. Leviathan Tattoo produces artistic, powerful, thought provoking art!!!! Jonathan is one of the best artists in California and I would send my daughter to my mom to get tattooed by him! I have my left sleeve done by Jonathan and it is turning heads every day. He is a true artist that listens to his customer and pays great detail to their satisfaction while staying true to his style and art all at the same time. He is meticulous, passionate, professional, and organized. His style ranges from black and grey to traditional to new age surrealistic. Don't waste your time and money n bad tattoos that have to be covered up later, start with amazing quality work the first time that you will love more and more each day. You get what you pay for, tattoos are permanent that have deep meaning, and at Leviathan Tattoo it's worth every penny and you will not regret even one line of ink! Yours Truly.Shelly of UNMATA Read Less

I just had my tattoo done a few days ago with Kevin. He did an amazing job. This was my first tattoo and made me feel comfortable and made me feel very informed about the whole process and what to do after. His design is amazing and the price is just right! If I ever wanted work done again, which is a big possibility, I will def. come back to him. I've also seen the other artists design and work, they are amazing as well. If you ever come to this shop, no matter who you are getting tattooed by, you will be happy in the end! They have great customer service and great attitudes here! I highly recommend these guys! I recommend Kevin! Read Less

I have been getting tattooed by Jonathan Leonhardt for 5 years now, he always takes great care to help me through the drawing process to the final decision of my custom pieces. He is open to all my ideas but works out something always better than I could have imagined. Now that he has his own shop the tattoo experience from him is amazing. The shop is so new and clean! The private studios that he and Eddie have are tailored to create whatever environment would help the tattoo go by best. I watched a movie on his huge flat screen for the first while and then we listened to MY choice of music instead of blaring hardcore metal. I can't imagine going back to the old shop after being at the new one. I will never go elsewhere for my work, Jonathan Leonhardt and Eddie Julian are so talented and its awesome that they have now have their own shop! I loved getting tattooed by Jonathan Leonhardt before and now it's even better. Thanks! Read Less