The main man, Mark Alan! He's an expert at what he does. Hes done a couple tattoos on me and there amazing looking considering i got one done from him 6 years ago and it still looks brand new. I want Mark and only Mark to do my tattoos when I'm ready to get another. Great shop and awesome employees! Everybody is friendly to be around. I just prefer Mark because I've known him a long time now. Read Less

I disagree with 24 other people. Not because of lack of talent. On a national scene Mark is probably a B- artist, in Newark, Ohio he's The Man. He is well aware of it too. New in town, I had an appointment and went in the day before around 5 to tie off with him on what we were doing. He couldn't push back away from the Play Station or hit pause long enough to talk to a customer. No other customers in the shop. The open sign was on. 6 guys sitting around a TV staring into a game with zero customer service aptitude. Appointment canceled. Remember, 95% of everyone with a new tattoo thinks the guy that did it is the best. Wait 6 months before you post a review. Read Less

I called earlier today and asked if they could squeeze me in. When I got there, the owner was super polite and professional. I was in and out in ten minutes and (even though the minimum is $60) my total was only $30!!! Completely recommend. Thank you! Read Less

Absolutely the best tattoo experience I have had in the 23 years I have been getting inked. Clean, upbeat, friendly and comfortable are just a few words to describe the atmosphere in the shop. Brandon is an amazing artist with a craft that can only be described as a "Gift ". He is very attentive and promotes a cohesive conversation that allows your thoughts and ideas to blend with his professionalism and experience. Can't wait to come back in a month! Thank you so much for the real deal tattoo experience! Read Less

I love Empire, all of the artists are fantastic and I love hanging out at the shop. Professional, clean, creative - everyone is great! I absolutely adore Josh, he's the sweetest thing AND full of artistic talent - just give him a couple of ideas as to what you want, and I guarantee he'll come up with an amazing piece of artwork that you will love and will exceed any expectations you may have had. He has tattooed my boyfriend and I twice each with OUTSTANDING results. Couldn't ask for more! Read Less

Went in for my first tattoo with Brandon and he was awesome. We laughed a lot and he was pretty cool with my two year old daughter that went with me and my wife. Tattoo is phenomenal, looks freaking awesome and I could imagine it getting any better. Definitely recommend Empire and definitely Brandon. He will be the guy I go to for a long time. Read Less

Amazing!!!!!! Completely blew my expectations away. Great price even better quality. Couldn't be more happy with my new piece of art. Thank you so much. Definetly recommend them to anyone looking to get anything done! Read Less

Never a dull moment with the artists. Josh did my first tattoo and I'm still in love it. The detail he put into my tattoo for my best friend who passed is stunning. I can't wait to go back in a couple weeks for two more pieces of art. I won't go to anyone but Josh. Josh did most of my husbands tattoos, and since day one I have fallen in love with his artwork. Read Less

Only place I go for my work. Mark is my guy I have gone to from my first tattoo, but all the artists are extremely talented! They are always my 1st recommendation to people looking to get new ink. Great work and great people there! Read Less