This has been one of the best experiences with a business in my life (I am not exaggerating). I am active duty military and am currently stationed overseas. After a really chewing on the idea of getting a tattoo, I figured the best time to get one would be when coming home back to Springfield. So I called RET from across the country and let them know of my tight schedule in coming back to Springfield with the full intention of getting a tattoo from them. After some email traffic, Brian (the owner) mentioned he would squeeze me in as long as I could make the time.I drove into Springfield at 1100 and by 1300 we were discussing the design. Very simple ... the hydrogen atom. The hostess was so friendly and Brian was so gracious to take away some of his business management time to make room for me. He was extremely professional, inquisitive, and asked just the right questions to make sure the location, size, and color was my desire. During the tattoo, Brian did well at keeping me calm and engaged during the process as well.Overall, hands down 5 stars... considering 1) they adjusted their schedule to make room for me when they didn't have to, 2) professional attitude and super friendly, and 3) great facilities. If I ever go with a second tattoo, I will wait to go home and get it from them.Thanks Brian and everyone at RET. Read Less

Never got the chance to get a tattoo here so my review is not in their quality of work. Shop website, sign on door and phone message says they open on Saturdays at 10 am.  We showed up at 11 and the doors were locked. Tried calling, no answer. Left a message and they never returned our call. Was kinda bummed since they had good reviews. But customer service so far was kinda poor. Read Less

I had a wonderful experience. My brother and I were visiting our mom from out of town. She was having surgery, and we wanted to surprise her with matching “Mom Heart” tattoos. Jesse had room between appointments and was able to fit us in. He was really cool about it too, and he made the experience a lot of fun. You should only get tattoos from a quality artist who knows what they are doing. That is certainly what you will find here. Very professional, very hygienic, excellent artists, and really nice people. Read Less

Ernie is dope. Everyone in the shop is cool, making the whole experience nice. Doesn’t really matter who you go to, they’re all great but they do specialize in different things and will point to which of them does what the best. During your tattoo they talk to you making the process go faster than it normally does. The shop itself is probably the best looking shop in Springfield. Read Less

The artists at Redbird Electric Tattooing are phenomenal. The most professional shop I've ever been to and outstanding customer service to go with it. The guys there listen to what you want and are well equipped to execute any design. My ink from will come from them from this point forward! Read Less

Ryan got my portrait done in less than the quoted time. The guys were great to talk to and the atmosphere is very clean (sterile) yet artistic. I would recommend this shop to anyone for any work. My wife has gotten work done here also and both of us felt very comfortable and felt we were treated professionally as well. Tip please. Read Less

I got my first tattoo with Jesse on July 1st and it was a wonderful experience. Jesse was a blast and made it really easy, even though I was nervous. He also did an amazing job putting my crazy idea (illustrative pineapple) to paper, and an even more amazing job putting it to skin. I love my tattoo and I will definitely be coming back to Redbird for future tattoos. Highly recommend! Read Less

I had a had a great had a great experience at Redbird Electric. It was my first tattoo and on my ribs too. To top it off I had complicated ideas about a design and Brian went above and beyond to help talk me through and draw (and re-draw!) design ideas for me! It is everything I could have hoped for and I am in love with the final product! The other guys on staff were nice, friendly, & easy to talk to. Everyone kept the place and equipment extremely clean. I received great quality work with great service for an affordable price (although it shouldn't be about the price!)! Thanks again! I would recommend to anyone! Read Less

I've had excellent work done by the propietor in meetings past and, after an interminable period of research on all other local facilities specializing in the ancient art of artistic bodily amelioration, I concluded that Brian McCormick could perform up to my expectations. I was not wrong. Our initial encounter was scheduled and I was met with excitement and an inherent comfort akin to coming home after leaving my mother's womb. Concepts and direction were assessed and after providing a plethora of ideas, Brian was able to navigate my scattered imagery and guide me with the care and patience of a 2nd grade teacher:nurturing my individuality while explaining the creative limits one must understand before proceeding. We scheduled a date to begin my American traditional sleeve and upon the eve of said date I found myself restless with excitement. I was hours away from my transformation and anxiety was increasing with every tick of my 1959 Montgomery electrofutura clock my grandfather designed while living as a cast away on the 3 man island, Moshi Harata. Anyways, the following morning I entered the shop and was overwhelmed with the sensation of comfort, surrounded by a blanket of light and understanding. I laid upon the leather throne after the design placement and meditated while Brian began our journey. As the needle touched my arm I entered an out of body experience. Expected pain from the tattoo machine was minimal and as he was finishing up the shading I realized two hours had passed. It felt like seconds. The unveiling of his design was accompanied by my conscious providing blessed arrival tones similar to those played when a child is born at Memorial Hospital. Words to convey my amazement don't exist in English and I find myself only able to describe it in a lost Kwandiki native tongue: "Toma masimoroth easchiite j'aonsidivon," which roughly translates to "when the first land based animal opened its eyes, colors were realized for the first time and what would become known as art, love, promise, and fucking happiness converged from the abyss for which it was previously unknown."There are some cool skulls and shit to look at too. Cant wait to finish the rest of my sleeve. Read Less

Great shop! Getting a lot of work done by Brian. He spent time getting my design exactly how I wanted it and the linework after the first session is clean and consistent. Not sure I'll ever go anywhere else. You get what you pay for and the quality of work here is excellent! Read Less

I truly love going into this shop time and time again. I had so many experiences and I've never been upset or felt out of place thru out the years. These men are amazing what they do and personality, the work and cover up they do are out of this world. Read Less

Very clean, comfortable environment. Down to earth artists. Matt did a great job on matching tattoos for me and my daughter. Also, a shout out to Jesse, Matt, and Ernie for making sure I wasn't left stranded in the parking lot after my other daughter ran my car battery dead while I was getting tatted. Genuinely good people all the way around! Thank you Redbird Electric, great job! Read Less

I cannot say enough good things about Redbird Electric and their staff! The staff was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, informative and talented! The shop was clean and had adequate seating for when you're waiting. I was personally tattooed by Jesse, and would highly recommend him and the other guys at Redbird to anyone! And to top it all off they accept debit cards! Seriously, this is the best place to go. Read Less

Jesse did an amazing job on my tattoo. Even though there was a time issue with completing the full tattoo, due to a miscommunication on my part, Jesse was still able to give me a beautiful tattoo and allow room to complete it in full in the future. Friendly and personable staff, accepting and clean environment. Read Less

These guys are great! They are very helpful and knowledgeable and they are willing to work with you. I live in Texas and was in Springfield on vacation with plans to get a tattoo with my two brothers. I had emailed Brian, the shop owner a week in advance pictures and ideas of what we were hoping to get and we discussed sizing, placement and price and I have to say that he and his staff were very friendly and accommodating. The sibling tattoo idea initially fell apart due to my brothers schedules but I still got a tattoo of my own and they did a fantastic job! Next time I go to visit my brothers we're DEFINITELY going to go back. Also their shop is very clean and is set up very nicely. A+ job guys! Read Less

Had my first session on my Alice in wonderland sleeve today...Alice is beautiful already and she isn't even colored in yet...but the thing that has me smiling from ear to ear is the cover up on my wrist...the crown that Matt did almost made me cry!!!! I never ever have to look at that old ugly thing ever again!!! Thank u for spending ur day with me and giving me something I can b proud of!!! Everyone I have met from there is awesome and they make u feel at home there...I felt like I was getting to know new friends and just happened to b getting tattooed at the same time...see you all again soon!!! Read Less

My son and I went in without having scheduled an appointment on 03/16/17. Brian was very accommodating and got us right in. The shop is immaculately clean and the staff was kind, friendly and funny too. Our tattoos turn out better than we could have hope for. It truly was an enjoyed experience. I highly recommend Redbird! Read Less

I went with my sister and step mom on 3/7 to get our tattoos done. We had the pleasure of having Jesse do our work. To say he was great at what he did is an understatement. He was absolutely wonderful doing our work as well as very personable. I would recommend him to do any tattoo; not only for the work but for his personality as well. He made the experience fun! Read Less

I am in love with my tattoo! Matt did an amazing job. Everyone in the shop was kind, which made the atmosphere really laid-back and friendly. All in all, it's a great shop. (The guys also stayed open later than intended for me as I wait for my cab - can't beat that). Read Less

The place is clean and professionsl. I have had two tattoos from Matt. Not only is he a great artist he is a professional and great guy to chat with. The artists here pay great attention to detail and show pride in their work. I have had tats in two other shops in town and this is by far and away the best shop in town. I have referred friends here and even got a tattoo for my wife here. I will go here for all my future tat work. Read Less

Brian is my favorite tattooer of all time! He's amazingly talented in many different styles. His shop is professional and inviting which is a nice change from others I've been to. Most importantly he and everyone who works there are true PROFESSIONALS. Listen to and take their advice, you won't regret it. Read Less

Great shop with a nice atmosphere! Friendly and super talented artists. Clean and well maintained. The artist really seemed to take his time with me to make sure I was getting exactly what I wanted and offered suggestions and ideas to make the work stand out. Read Less