24 Reviews

Seven Gates Tattoo

Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey
General Info
For all of your tattoo and piercing needs look no further!!!! We pride ourselves on our custom work from designs to tattoos and specialize in all types of tattoos including but not limited to coverups, portraits, black & grey, color, pin ups, and much more!!! Check out our artists portfolios and take a look at our site http://www.skinkreations.com/ Get the right tattoo the first time!!!
Reviews
Tony Ureña
20 Dec 2017
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Two tats now done by John McDermott. Will not go anywhere else. Clean professional established and hell of a nice guy.
Suzanne Andrea
26 Nov 2017
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I had my second tattoo with Bronson and it came out better than I had imagined. I dropped off a paw print from my dog a couple of weeks ago. He has furry paws and the detail is amazing. The color and... Read More
I had my second tattoo with Bronson and it came out better than I had imagined. I dropped off a paw print from my dog a couple of weeks ago. He has furry paws and the detail is amazing. The color and dimension on the water color art is incredible. I have gotten so many compliments and it's only been a day. I was referred by a friend and will definitely come back and recommend. Read Less
Stephen Richard
20 Oct 2017
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Have been going to John for 8 years. Two complete sleeves, complete back, and complete upper chest. Great artist and down to earth.
Erica Shenise
7 Oct 2017
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Bronson did my nose piercing yesterday and I am so happy with it! He not only was very professional and informative throughout the process, but he made me feel very comfortable about getting it done. ... Read More
Bronson did my nose piercing yesterday and I am so happy with it! He not only was very professional and informative throughout the process, but he made me feel very comfortable about getting it done. I would highly recommend this place and Bronson! Thank you again Bronson! Read Less
DP Dubs
29 Jun 2017
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Always a wonderful experience at skin kreations. John is an amazing artist. The shop is always clean and everyone there is always helpful and friendly!
Marisa Rowe
14 Jun 2017
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John is amazing we have been going to him for years and couldn't be happier ���
Rich Fitter
15 Apr 2017
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John is an incredible artist, who runs a very clean, professional studio. I've had work done at a number of tattoo shops and this is by far the best experience I've had.
Dawn Roggenkamp-Brandt
27 Mar 2017
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Love John and his shop. Coming up soon from South Carolina . I don't trust anyone but John.
Alison Marisa Peters
26 Mar 2017
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The guys over at skin kreations are always great. Joe did an amazing job on my coverup tattoo. It came out better than i ever imagined. Such talented guys!!! Will be going back soon!
Mary Flatley Manser
14 Mar 2017
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Great experience yesterday. Had an appointment for tomorrow night with my daughter. Joe B called and let's us know he had a cancellation! We got our matching tattoos 2 days early! Everything was pe... Read More
Great experience yesterday. Had an appointment for tomorrow night with my daughter. Joe B called and let's us know he had a cancellation! We got our matching tattoos 2 days early! Everything was perfect. If I get any others I would definitely go back. Read Less
Kelly McDermott
2 Mar 2017
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I may have a bias on this one but clearly I thought his work was amazing enough to actually marry the guy! Johns talent is extraordinary! He's tattooed me since I was 19 and I never thought to ever go... Read More
I may have a bias on this one but clearly I thought his work was amazing enough to actually marry the guy! Johns talent is extraordinary! He's tattooed me since I was 19 and I never thought to ever go anywhere else! The tattoos are just cheaper now for me! His wait is long but completely worth it! Read Less
Don Warga
18 Feb 2017
REPORT
John is great!! He's laid back, quiet kinda guy with enormous artistic ability. He totally understood what I wanted and "free-handed" it on my arm!!! I was blown away by his modesty and his amazon t... Read More
John is great!! He's laid back, quiet kinda guy with enormous artistic ability. He totally understood what I wanted and "free-handed" it on my arm!!! I was blown away by his modesty and his amazon talents.Read Less
Jackie Dempsey
6 Feb 2017
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I went in yesterday for my tattoo. What a great place. Very clean. Everyone was very respectful. I did not wait long at all. My experience during my tattoo was very comfortable. We had great conversat... Read More
I went in yesterday for my tattoo. What a great place. Very clean. Everyone was very respectful. I did not wait long at all. My experience during my tattoo was very comfortable. We had great conversation and made time go by very quickly . My tattoo artist named John was the all time best! I will not go anywhere else.and thank you! Read Less
JennaLeigh1989
27 Feb 2016
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The artists are all incredibly talented and are amazing at what they do.
Keith Reiff
24 Oct 2015
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Great work artists are extremely friendly n make you feel comfortable will be going back for a lot more work
Jillian Dernbach
11 Sep 2015
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The artists are extremely talented and know what they're doing. The place is clean and the artwork...no words needed just go! The piercings are spot on too, they take extra precautions and once again... Read More
The artists are extremely talented and know what they're doing. The place is clean and the artwork...no words needed just go! The piercings are spot on too, they take extra precautions and once again are extremely clean! Read Less
Katelyn Clark
19 Aug 2015
REPORT
I went here to get a half sleeve. The first session, I walk in and the picture I left behind about 3 weeks prior was nowhere to be found. After looking for an hour and blaming other people for touchin... Read More
I went here to get a half sleeve. The first session, I walk in and the picture I left behind about 3 weeks prior was nowhere to be found. After looking for an hour and blaming other people for touching things, it was finally found. Another hour later, it was drawn up. My appointment time was at 12 and didn't start until 2 because of the lack of organization. I go back for my second session and the tattoo artist, who I won't throw under the bus, was late by 15 to 20 mins! Not a place I will recommend to anyone due to these issues. It is however, clean and I like the fact that they have tv's in the rooms. Read Less
Shelby Chapman
15 Aug 2015
REPORT
So I go into the shop to see if this could be a potential place for piercings. I ask the owner, John McDermott, about the quality of the jewelry and whether it is externally or internally threaded. I... Read More
So I go into the shop to see if this could be a potential place for piercings. I ask the owner, John McDermott, about the quality of the jewelry and whether it is externally or internally threaded. I got a condescending remark from John stating that I googled my information on jewelry quality and he proceeded to ask what I do for a living. I then insisted I was being respectful and just giving a suggestion to order internally threaded jewelry. He continued on telling me I didn't have any knowledge of piercings. If you want to deal with disrespectful and misinformed piercers then this is the place to go. It's your body and you only get one. Please don't let him ruin it. - Shelby Read Less
Sherry Cella
19 Jul 2015
REPORT
Had a great experience. The artist was conversational and very helpful in creating the perfect design. It is now healing quickly and easily. Thank you, it's perfect!
Melanie Nicole
1 Oct 2014
REPORT
I have been going to the shop for over a year now and I love it. On top of Eric being an amazing artist everyone else in the shop is very nice and fun to talk when getting tattooed. I have told a lot ... Read More
I have been going to the shop for over a year now and I love it. On top of Eric being an amazing artist everyone else in the shop is very nice and fun to talk when getting tattooed. I have told a lot of my friends and family to go to the shop and they have and they also love it Read Less
Dave B.
17 May 2014
REPORT
My friend got a tattoo there and when she got home I pointed out that the tattoo artist had painted a penis in the butterfly. Very unprofessional if they think that was funny. She paid a lot of money ... Read More
My friend got a tattoo there and when she got home I pointed out that the tattoo artist had painted a penis in the butterfly. Very unprofessional if they think that was funny. She paid a lot of money for that piece and I told her to take pictures and take him to court. Now she has to pay another tattoo artist to cover up the disgusting thing this man tried to hide in her tattoo. I heard he has done that to other girls too. And the way they were talking about their customers was so disrespectful especially about the women. The owners father was there and got fresh with my god daughter who is 14, I was shocked.  I am still trying to convince her to press charges. Paying more money at a reputable tattoo shop to get this tattoo covered (and we all know hiding a penis in a tattoo is often done by douchebag artists ) after she payed so much there is a travesty. She is too nice to post a bad review but I in order to keep people from getting this done to them will. Read Less
Jason B.
27 Apr 2014
REPORT
Got a horrible foot infection from this place. The tattoo looks like a blob now. Now I have to get it lazered. The guy that tattooed me smelled like he hadn't showered in days. He kept sneezing into h... Read More
Got a horrible foot infection from this place. The tattoo looks like a blob now. Now I have to get it lazered. The guy that tattooed me smelled like he hadn't showered in days. He kept sneezing into his arms during the tattoo. I was naïve to not run out! Read Less
Logan Jones
23 Mar 2014
REPORT
Great
Jenna S.
1 Aug 2010
REPORT
Two of my tattoos and three of my piercings were done at Seven Gates Tattoo. I travel from NY (Orange County and Brooklyn) to get work done by Henri Diaz. Henri is an incredible artist, I'd describe h... Read More
Two of my tattoos and three of my piercings were done at Seven Gates Tattoo. I travel from NY (Orange County and Brooklyn) to get work done by Henri Diaz. Henri is an incredible artist, I'd describe his work to be a fusion of Oriental, traditional and almost a watercolor aesthetic. I've never been worked on by Joe Budz, the owner, but I've seen his work and its very well done. The shop itself is clean and organized and completely welcoming. I highly recommend Seven Gates to anyone who wants a quality tattoo or piercing. Read Less
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Seven Gates Tattoo

Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey
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294 New Jersey 94
Lake Hopatcong New Jersey 7462
For all of your tattoo and piercing needs look no further!!!! We pride ourselves on our custom work from designs to tattoos and specialize in all types of tattoos including but not limited to coverups, portraits, black & grey, color, pin ups, and much more!!! Check out our artists portfolios and take a look at our site http://www.skinkreations.com/ Get the right tattoo the first time!!!
Tony Ureña
20 Dec 2017
REPORT
Two tats now done by John McDermott. Will not go anywhere else. Clean professional established and hell of a nice guy.
Suzanne Andrea
26 Nov 2017
REPORT
I had my second tattoo with Bronson and it came out better than I had imagined. I dropped off a paw print from my dog a couple of weeks ago. He has furry paws and the detail is amazing. The color and... Read More
I had my second tattoo with Bronson and it came out better than I had imagined. I dropped off a paw print from my dog a couple of weeks ago. He has furry paws and the detail is amazing. The color and dimension on the water color art is incredible. I have gotten so many compliments and it's only been a day. I was referred by a friend and will definitely come back and recommend. Read Less
Stephen Richard
20 Oct 2017
REPORT
Have been going to John for 8 years. Two complete sleeves, complete back, and complete upper chest. Great artist and down to earth.
Erica Shenise
7 Oct 2017
REPORT
Bronson did my nose piercing yesterday and I am so happy with it! He not only was very professional and informative throughout the process, but he made me feel very comfortable about getting it done. ... Read More
Bronson did my nose piercing yesterday and I am so happy with it! He not only was very professional and informative throughout the process, but he made me feel very comfortable about getting it done. I would highly recommend this place and Bronson! Thank you again Bronson! Read Less
DP Dubs
29 Jun 2017
REPORT
Always a wonderful experience at skin kreations. John is an amazing artist. The shop is always clean and everyone there is always helpful and friendly!
Marisa Rowe
14 Jun 2017
REPORT
John is amazing we have been going to him for years and couldn't be happier ���
Rich Fitter
15 Apr 2017
REPORT
John is an incredible artist, who runs a very clean, professional studio. I've had work done at a number of tattoo shops and this is by far the best experience I've had.
Dawn Roggenkamp-Brandt
27 Mar 2017
REPORT
Love John and his shop. Coming up soon from South Carolina . I don't trust anyone but John.
Alison Marisa Peters
26 Mar 2017
REPORT
The guys over at skin kreations are always great. Joe did an amazing job on my coverup tattoo. It came out better than i ever imagined. Such talented guys!!! Will be going back soon!
Mary Flatley Manser
14 Mar 2017
REPORT
Great experience yesterday. Had an appointment for tomorrow night with my daughter. Joe B called and let's us know he had a cancellation! We got our matching tattoos 2 days early! Everything was pe... Read More
Great experience yesterday. Had an appointment for tomorrow night with my daughter. Joe B called and let's us know he had a cancellation! We got our matching tattoos 2 days early! Everything was perfect. If I get any others I would definitely go back. Read Less
Kelly McDermott
2 Mar 2017
REPORT
I may have a bias on this one but clearly I thought his work was amazing enough to actually marry the guy! Johns talent is extraordinary! He's tattooed me since I was 19 and I never thought to ever go... Read More
I may have a bias on this one but clearly I thought his work was amazing enough to actually marry the guy! Johns talent is extraordinary! He's tattooed me since I was 19 and I never thought to ever go anywhere else! The tattoos are just cheaper now for me! His wait is long but completely worth it! Read Less
Don Warga
18 Feb 2017
REPORT
John is great!! He's laid back, quiet kinda guy with enormous artistic ability. He totally understood what I wanted and "free-handed" it on my arm!!! I was blown away by his modesty and his amazon t... Read More
John is great!! He's laid back, quiet kinda guy with enormous artistic ability. He totally understood what I wanted and "free-handed" it on my arm!!! I was blown away by his modesty and his amazon talents.Read Less
Jackie Dempsey
6 Feb 2017
REPORT
I went in yesterday for my tattoo. What a great place. Very clean. Everyone was very respectful. I did not wait long at all. My experience during my tattoo was very comfortable. We had great conversat... Read More
I went in yesterday for my tattoo. What a great place. Very clean. Everyone was very respectful. I did not wait long at all. My experience during my tattoo was very comfortable. We had great conversation and made time go by very quickly . My tattoo artist named John was the all time best! I will not go anywhere else.and thank you! Read Less
JennaLeigh1989
27 Feb 2016
REPORT
The artists are all incredibly talented and are amazing at what they do.
Keith Reiff
24 Oct 2015
REPORT
Great work artists are extremely friendly n make you feel comfortable will be going back for a lot more work
Jillian Dernbach
11 Sep 2015
REPORT
The artists are extremely talented and know what they're doing. The place is clean and the artwork...no words needed just go! The piercings are spot on too, they take extra precautions and once again... Read More
The artists are extremely talented and know what they're doing. The place is clean and the artwork...no words needed just go! The piercings are spot on too, they take extra precautions and once again are extremely clean! Read Less
Katelyn Clark
19 Aug 2015
REPORT
I went here to get a half sleeve. The first session, I walk in and the picture I left behind about 3 weeks prior was nowhere to be found. After looking for an hour and blaming other people for touchin... Read More
I went here to get a half sleeve. The first session, I walk in and the picture I left behind about 3 weeks prior was nowhere to be found. After looking for an hour and blaming other people for touching things, it was finally found. Another hour later, it was drawn up. My appointment time was at 12 and didn't start until 2 because of the lack of organization. I go back for my second session and the tattoo artist, who I won't throw under the bus, was late by 15 to 20 mins! Not a place I will recommend to anyone due to these issues. It is however, clean and I like the fact that they have tv's in the rooms. Read Less
Shelby Chapman
15 Aug 2015
REPORT
So I go into the shop to see if this could be a potential place for piercings. I ask the owner, John McDermott, about the quality of the jewelry and whether it is externally or internally threaded. I... Read More
So I go into the shop to see if this could be a potential place for piercings. I ask the owner, John McDermott, about the quality of the jewelry and whether it is externally or internally threaded. I got a condescending remark from John stating that I googled my information on jewelry quality and he proceeded to ask what I do for a living. I then insisted I was being respectful and just giving a suggestion to order internally threaded jewelry. He continued on telling me I didn't have any knowledge of piercings. If you want to deal with disrespectful and misinformed piercers then this is the place to go. It's your body and you only get one. Please don't let him ruin it. - Shelby Read Less
Sherry Cella
19 Jul 2015
REPORT
Had a great experience. The artist was conversational and very helpful in creating the perfect design. It is now healing quickly and easily. Thank you, it's perfect!
Melanie Nicole
1 Oct 2014
REPORT
I have been going to the shop for over a year now and I love it. On top of Eric being an amazing artist everyone else in the shop is very nice and fun to talk when getting tattooed. I have told a lot ... Read More
I have been going to the shop for over a year now and I love it. On top of Eric being an amazing artist everyone else in the shop is very nice and fun to talk when getting tattooed. I have told a lot of my friends and family to go to the shop and they have and they also love it Read Less
Dave B.
17 May 2014
REPORT
My friend got a tattoo there and when she got home I pointed out that the tattoo artist had painted a penis in the butterfly. Very unprofessional if they think that was funny. She paid a lot of money ... Read More
My friend got a tattoo there and when she got home I pointed out that the tattoo artist had painted a penis in the butterfly. Very unprofessional if they think that was funny. She paid a lot of money for that piece and I told her to take pictures and take him to court. Now she has to pay another tattoo artist to cover up the disgusting thing this man tried to hide in her tattoo. I heard he has done that to other girls too. And the way they were talking about their customers was so disrespectful especially about the women. The owners father was there and got fresh with my god daughter who is 14, I was shocked.  I am still trying to convince her to press charges. Paying more money at a reputable tattoo shop to get this tattoo covered (and we all know hiding a penis in a tattoo is often done by douchebag artists ) after she payed so much there is a travesty. She is too nice to post a bad review but I in order to keep people from getting this done to them will. Read Less
Jason B.
27 Apr 2014
REPORT
Got a horrible foot infection from this place. The tattoo looks like a blob now. Now I have to get it lazered. The guy that tattooed me smelled like he hadn't showered in days. He kept sneezing into h... Read More
Got a horrible foot infection from this place. The tattoo looks like a blob now. Now I have to get it lazered. The guy that tattooed me smelled like he hadn't showered in days. He kept sneezing into his arms during the tattoo. I was naïve to not run out! Read Less
Logan Jones
23 Mar 2014
REPORT
Great
Jenna S.
1 Aug 2010
REPORT
Two of my tattoos and three of my piercings were done at Seven Gates Tattoo. I travel from NY (Orange County and Brooklyn) to get work done by Henri Diaz. Henri is an incredible artist, I'd describe h... Read More
Two of my tattoos and three of my piercings were done at Seven Gates Tattoo. I travel from NY (Orange County and Brooklyn) to get work done by Henri Diaz. Henri is an incredible artist, I'd describe his work to be a fusion of Oriental, traditional and almost a watercolor aesthetic. I've never been worked on by Joe Budz, the owner, but I've seen his work and its very well done. The shop itself is clean and organized and completely welcoming. I highly recommend Seven Gates to anyone who wants a quality tattoo or piercing. Read Less
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