I got my first, and so far only, tattoo here in 2016 and had it retouched 2 years later. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The original artist embellished a custom design I'd drawn, and the artist that did the retouch made it look even better! I'm happy with my experience and would definitely recommend them. Read Less

I love Braylyn Resko's artwork! He is so talented and has done many tattoos on me. The most recent was a cover up on my wrist and an addition to my arm. Everybody else who works there are also very kind and friendly people. Also there's free jolly ranchers 😄 Read Less

This shop is top-notch!  Very clean, professional, and quality work!  The owner Sean Smallwood is incredibly talented, and took my idea and ran with it, resulting in an even more amazing art piece than I had hoped for!  I would highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for some great work! Read Less

I've gotten two tattoos here and this place is top notch. Anytime I've been here the staff has been friendly, answered any questions I've had and really been on top of the process. I plan to get more done here as soon as I think of some designs and complete my sleeve ,but if your thinking of a tattoo definitely keep this place on your radar! Read Less

Shop is professional and clean. Braylyn is awesome. Took the time to make sure it was what I wanted and added his own touch. Love his art and his patience. I'm a big baby and he made me laugh the while time. Did a great job on my cover up! Thank you! The shop also takes cards unlike some shops in town! Read Less

Charlie was amazing and was able to take my husbands Idea nd make it a reality. My husband is so happy with his piece. We have found our new local shop. My husband will be back. The atmosphere and people make this shop extra amazing. Read Less

Sean Smallwood is not the average tattoo artist. He's an actual artist who can make your vision a work of art on your skin. I would recommend this place over and over again. This is the only place in Louisville that is worth investing your time. If I could give it six stars I would. Read Less

I've been talking about getting a tattoo for at least 6 years and was too chicken to go through with it. Last night my husband took me to Imperial. I had questions (and some were quite silly ones!) but Sean put me at ease. He sketched up exactly what I wanted before we started, and once my first wrist was done, he sketched another directly on my other wrist and did a second tattoo. They are small, and I love them! Sean's wife was at the front counter and she was super nice as well. If I ever get another, I know who I'm calling! Read Less

I am not usually one to leave a review! Henry Bachmann did an amazing job on both my Wife and Myself(my first tattoo)! We could not have asked for a better experience. Awesome shop, Great atmosphere, Amazing Artists! Hooked and Will Definitely be back soon for more! Read Less

Man, what an awesome experience. Just had my second tattoo done by Henry. I'm really really pleased with the results and can't wait to see how he can finish it out. The staff was very helpful and courteous. The setting of the shop is nothing short of awesome. If your looking for a quality place, this is the place to go for your tattoo. Read Less

Only place I will go for my tattoo work, Sean is doing my sleeve,and is doing amazing work. Everyone I meet wants to ask about my tattoo and I tell them that Imperial is hands down the best place to go in Louisville in my opinion. Sean and Amanda are like family to me, and they treat everyone that walks through their door that way . Read Less

I got a cover up done today by Braylyn he did a awesome job. Was very good to work with and a laid back cool guy. I highly recommend them and by looking at the art work done by them I'd say all of them are very talented. Very clean shop. Read Less

Took my son for his first tattoo. He had changed his idea from when he made the appointment, but was able to work with Sean and get exactly what he wanted. Was even able to get a new piece of my own. Great work, already planning out next ink with Sean. Read Less

I've been coming to Imperial Tattoos for a few years now and I honestly can't imagine going anywhere else for my tattoos. Everyone who works there is so friendly and personable, and the shop is professional and clean. I get my work done by the Sean, the owner, but every other artist there brings some unique talents and styles with them. I make sure to recommend this shop to anybody who is looking for a great place to go! Read Less

I can not begin to put into words how pleased I am with the product provided...mostly because my vocabulary and overall grammar do not currently contain the tools to do so That being said, Braylyn Stewart effing Killed It. In two short sessions, he brought to life some gorgeous art that exceeded an idea Give an Artist a tool, and watch them create Thanks for letting me be the canvas Read Less

Charlie is phenomenal at his work! I've had a lot of people stop me to check this beautiful piece out. And I love it more and more every day! The shop has a wonderful atmosphere and a great location. I can't wait to come back! Keep on rocking and together we will crush the Rebel Alliance! Read Less

My rating is for the entire shop as a whole. Many factors go into my 3 star rating. The shop personality as a whole is difficult to rate. The artists! Sean Smallwood (4 stars for the owner) although myself I have not been tattooed by him, I have witnessed over a handful of great larger pieces done by him. He can achieve it all the softest grays to the saturated colors, he knows what he is doing when it comes to realism, I haven't seen many other styles from him yet.. Braylyn is the awesome spirit in the shop, knocking out some classy traditional work, let him do his thing! Chris Vantucky has solid line work! Bold and has a good personality! He knows what he's doing so let him guide you! Now Charlie... Charlie has some things to learn about dealing with people in general. You will always feel rushed, no matter what. Says he will work on designs for you and never get back to you. You show up and he hasn't done any design work yet. Not professional at all, he's very capable of duplicating art, but designing something himself is not his strong suit. (2 stars) I have gotten about 10 hours of ink from Charlie himself. Let's just say there are better artists in this area than Charlie. I would not mind providing a recommendation to a different artist/shop - just ask! Please! Read Less

Went here because I googled best rated shops in Louisville and it had a 4.6 rating - all I wanted was a very simple & small, less than an inch long tattoo on my wrist so I figured it was a safe bet.I was addressed a few minutes after entering by one of the artists, Charlie, who was rude and unfriendly from the minute I told him what I wanted. He was clearly scoffing at the tattoo I asked for. Also, this tattoo took 1 minute maximum to do - and I was asked to pay the $50 minimum tattoo charge, which would have been completely okay if I had not been treated with such disrespect. (However, most decent people would have at least given a $10 discount. And I mentioned coming back to get another tattoo touched up).I was satisfied once the tattoo was over because I have wanted it for a while and was excited to get out of there- then I went to tip Charlie $5, because I am a kind person and believe you should always tip service workers. He again, SCOFFED AT THE IDEA THAT I WOULD BE TIPPING HIM. I explained that I was just trying to be nice and walked out the shop as he continued to laugh.One of the rudest people I have met in a while and nor he or the shop will be receiving my service or recommendation to others. Don't go if you want to treated disrespectfully and stupid. Read Less

I  was a winner in the Friday the 13th tattoo contest . So happy I was they are great super friendly and when Amanda found out it was my birthday month she gave me a t shirt also . Love my new tattoo and they are so friendly and professional  . I look forward to many more tattoos from them . Read Less

Sean and his team at Imperial Tattoos have always taken great care of my and my desire to express myself through body art. All my pieces that I've gained through sittings at his shop are among my proudest expressions and are exactly what I wanted when I conveyed to them my vision. Read Less