This place deserves 0 stars.  This place has good reviews.  It was dirty, there was blood splatter on the floor.  I didn't choose to get my tattoo here and I never will.  This is a blood born pathogen haven!! Read Less

I was in need of a portrait artist to do my David Bowie tattoo and after visiting a few shops and meeting with a few artists, I found Preying Mantis. Dave Allen is one of the most talented artists and friendliest dudes I've ever met. I love my tattoo and I get complimented for it all the time. The only complaint I've ever gotten was "Ma'am, your tattoo is too realistic. It looks like it's looking into my soul and I'm afraid of what it might find." (That's a good thing) I did have to go on a waiting list but it was worth the wait due to of the significance of the piece.The staff is very professional and have a lot of knowledge about craft. They also understand that their work will be on your body forever and for this reason they recommend meeting with the artist in person and making an appointment beforehand. Read Less

I first came in here looking to have a piece finished that was started years ago and abandoned by the artist. Galen did a phenomenal job of finishing (recreating is a better word) the piece. I was so happy with it that I now am covered in his work. I would highly recommend this shop. It is clean and all the artists are awesome not only with their work but also just genuinely cool dudes. I don't plan to ever go anywhere else again..Read Less

I have always been hesitant about getting a tattoo and never truly pursued it because of this. It's art on your body! I didn't want to just go to any old place and have something crazy on my body that didn't look good for the rest of my life. I was speaking to someone about what I wanted to get one day and she happened to have exactly what I was looking at getting-mandalas. And to top it off, her pieces were good. I mean, really good art! I asked her where she got it and it was preying mantis tattoo, by Brandon. She gave me his card and I was on my way.Brandon is an amazing artist. He drew up a mandala for me after a small deposit and I can say I'm beyond ecstatic I came to him. The mandala I have now on my center back is absolutely gorgeous!! This was my first tattoo, and I was thinking it was going to hurt, and I was completely comfortable the whole time. He was gentle (not heavy handed) and was extremely knowledgable about what he was doing. You can tell he is passionate about his work! The shading looks absolutely stunning, the outline flawless, and the customer debating what to get for round two!! Even my husband continues to tell me how great my piece looks, and that makes me happy I came here and got my work done. Their prices are even great. Thanks Brandon for your amazing work and we WILL see you again for more stuff!! If you're looking to get a tattoo, as a newbie or a veteran, this is your place to check out! Read Less

Preying Mantis is top-notch. The artists are professional, clean, and just plain nice. Easy to work with and friendly. There is no pretentiousness at this shop, which is so refreshing. I've had 2 tattoos from Dave Allen, a master at black and gray portraits, and I adore them both. He has a waiting list, but is well worth the wait, you will not be disappointed. Read Less

I love this place! Clean and friendly service. DAVE ALLEN is a very talented artist. I have never felt more comfortable being tattooed. His skills are remarkable, he's very friendly and fair priced. He has done great work on a number of my friends and they have nothing but praise for him. Highly recommended. Great guy. Read Less

It’s always tough trying to find a quality tattooist, so one looks to their friends, or the internet, to find the best tattoo shop; I’m no exception. When I moved back to Colorado, I asked my friends and family to see which shop they recommended. On three different occasions Preying Mantis was brought up. Now I want to preface this by writing, I don’t just take anyone’s word for it when it comes to tattoos. I look at the work that has been done and make my assessment from there. When I saw the great work that had been done on my cousin’s body, I was highly impressed.When I called to schedule my appointment, I was greeted with professionalism and friendliness. Further, when I entered the shop, I received the same courtesy. I like to feel like I’m welcomed when I’m ‘shopping’ around and the staff at Preying Mantis didn’t disappoint. My appointment was with Galen S. and I spoke with him about the tattoo that I wanted and the location, etc. Since then, we have spent more than 40 hours on my sleeve and I couldn’t be happier with my choice. Throughout those 40 hours, I’ve come to know all of the staff—viewed their work and professionalism—and I have absolutely no reserves about recommending any of the tattooist to my friends, family and strangers. Read Less

Had a great experience and a fun time. Brad the artist who did my latest piece, and my go to guy from now on. Stayed late working with me till bout 1230am. Very cool of him to do. I had a way better experience here at this shop than others and I certainly have recommended him and this shop in general to many a folk. I like how there is no facade at this shop and it's not some popularity contest like what I've noticed at other places. Read Less