28 Reviews

The Inkwell Tattoo Company

Painesville, Ohio
General Info
We strive to enhance our art form through exceptional methods of service. We offer ourselves as artists and professionals to deliver personal, meaningful, and amazingly rendered artwork to your skin. Our greatest asset is the person who allows us the ability to perform our art...you.
Reviews
Mike Harrington
19 Jun 2018
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First time at inkwell ! Awesome ! Very clean ! Chris was very friendly didn't hurry me made suggestions that made my tattoo better ! I'll be going back ! Thanks inkwell
Jordan SwagVEVO
18 Jun 2018
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The artist here seem to really care about tattoos & the tattoo community. No matter who does your tattoo it’ll still turn out good. All the artist seem really cool & like a family. It’s a good clean s... Read More
The artist here seem to really care about tattoos & the tattoo community. No matter who does your tattoo it’ll still turn out good. All the artist seem really cool & like a family. It’s a good clean shop with excellent decor& professionalism. I was privileged to wotwith Cathy. & she seemed to really care about the tattoo I wanted. I definitely plan on returning for more art.... my experience at Inkwell Tattoo Company, was a pleasure... Read Less
Gabe Wilson
10 Jun 2018
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Great group of Artists. Got 3 piercings and a Tat. Plan to get more in the future for sure!
Natalie Kirk
27 May 2018
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My mom has been going here for 10+ years. I got a large tattoo done by Chris and he did an amazing job. Very nice guy and amazing artist. Would recommend to anyone looking to get a tattoo
Morgan Hess
23 May 2018
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Great service and attention to detail. Just got out of there so I'm really tired, may add more later. But point is these are great artists.
Tom Collins
25 Apr 2018
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I look forward to getting tattooed by everyone that works here. I started with Joel and the work is great. Through the process of being in the studio and meeting/viewing the portfolios of all the othe... Read More
I look forward to getting tattooed by everyone that works here. I started with Joel and the work is great. Through the process of being in the studio and meeting/viewing the portfolios of all the other artists(Catherine, Chris and Ashley), I can say that you can not go wrong with any of them. Read Less
Cindy Adams
24 Apr 2018
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I never had a tattoo in my life now I have three I love them I came in and Ashley helped me amazing great personality wonderful work definitely ask for Ashley
John Farmiloe
26 Feb 2018
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Cat was very personable and a blast to hang out with while me and my boys got tattoos. She did a GREAT job on my tattoo and I will be happy to recommend her. HIGH QUALITY! CLASS ACT!
Chris Bartlett
5 Jan 2018
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Joel is extremely talented and very professional. I absolutely would not go anywhere else. I have recommended Joel to anyone looking for a first tattoo or 20th tattoo. Great experience from start to f... Read More
Joel is extremely talented and very professional. I absolutely would not go anywhere else. I have recommended Joel to anyone looking for a first tattoo or 20th tattoo. Great experience from start to finish. Read Less
Lynn Bruckman
23 Dec 2017
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Awesome! Artists and staff are friendly but professional - not arrogant like alot of tattoo artists I've met. They work with you to make sure you get what you want. Great ambiance and not cluttered ... Read More
Awesome! Artists and staff are friendly but professional - not arrogant like alot of tattoo artists I've met. They work with you to make sure you get what you want. Great ambiance and not cluttered with designs everywhere. Spotless and clean! Special works are framed nicely on walls. Each artist has personal notebooks of designs. The only reason I did not give 5 stars is because when I went in for actual sitting, each room has it's own speakers and heavy metal music was blasting so loud, I couldn't wait to get out of there and walked out with a pounding headache. The quality of their service, however, is excellent and prices reasonable. I would highly recommend. I checked out three different studios before stumbling upon Ink Well. Read Less
Meagan Bliss
19 Jul 2017
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I want to thank Chris for coming up with an amazing design for my tattoo I got to remember the love of my life who passed away in march . I appreciate the time he took and how he made it not so painfu... Read More
I want to thank Chris for coming up with an amazing design for my tattoo I got to remember the love of my life who passed away in march . I appreciate the time he took and how he made it not so painful . Clean work and actually sat there and went over instructions on how to properly take care of a tattoo and didn't rush me out like the other shop I went to. Thank you again! Read Less
Rose Zuccolotto
13 Jul 2017
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AWESOME Joel ! Start to finish - Thank you ! Even with your vocals since you know who picked the 5 hour track you can bet we will be back!
Janet Brister-Bauer Odle
12 Jul 2017
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Joel f*cking ROCKS.. He did EXACTLY what I asked and EVEN BETTER. I live down in Kentucky and he was super kind through emails and I could NOT be happier with my tattoo. Thank you Joel. You hit it ou... Read More
Joel f*cking ROCKS.. He did EXACTLY what I asked and EVEN BETTER. I live down in Kentucky and he was super kind through emails and I could NOT be happier with my tattoo. Thank you Joel. You hit it out of the park!!!! Read Less
Patrick Shawn Lester
25 Jun 2017
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Awesome and friendly staff! Will be seeing you guys in the future! Ashley did a super fantastic job on my tat.
H Chandler
21 Jun 2017
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Had my first tattoo done today by Joel. When I went in to the shop for a consultation the shop was clean, all the artists greeted me and were very helpful. Joel did an outstanding job on my forearm an... Read More
Had my first tattoo done today by Joel. When I went in to the shop for a consultation the shop was clean, all the artists greeted me and were very helpful. Joel did an outstanding job on my forearm and when he was done he was helpful on how to help with the healing process. Very detailed and personable. I am already ready for him to work on my next piece. I highly recommend this shop! Thanks Joel!Read Less
Sarah Pompeii
9 Jun 2017
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Chris did an eye piece on my upper left arm, and it is beyond what i could have asked for. All of the colors he used go together so well, and are layered nicely. Also the line work is sharp! He is an... Read More
Chris did an eye piece on my upper left arm, and it is beyond what i could have asked for. All of the colors he used go together so well, and are layered nicely. Also the line work is sharp! He is an awesome tattoo artists and a cool guy! I came to him with an idea and dude knocked it out! my set was about two hours and he made me feel better when it was really painful. I would strongly recommend making an appointment with him!! Oh and BTW the shop is super clean and really nice, and everyone there was really cool! Read Less
Julianne Styles
4 Jun 2017
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Awesome place. It was my third and due to my circumstances cleanliness was even more important and i couldn't have picked better chris did awesome job with a small but highly precise tattoo. It was m... Read More
Awesome place. It was my third and due to my circumstances cleanliness was even more important and i couldn't have picked better chris did awesome job with a small but highly precise tattoo. It was my 3rd tattoo but first there and i will be back for another and fixing of one great place. Chris didnt even hesitate to do it ....when i went to another they wanted to do it 3 times the size and in different location because of the need for detail. Chris not only didnt hesitate he got every part right. It was arabic phrase and every dot and squiggle, however small, can change the meaning....and he did it where i wanted and the size i wanted. And they took my concerns seriously and i would feel comfortable not only recommending them. But even taking my son there if he wanted Read Less
Margaret Edwards
28 Apr 2017
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Updated now that my Ink is healed. Very happy with the work. Dave did a great job .
Kellie Koss
21 Apr 2017
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Great Artist's, vary welcoming along with being vary clean. Great place to get a NEW tattoo or updating an existing one. Won't go anywhere else.
Camryn Bizily
15 Apr 2017
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This place is amazing! David did my tattoo and it looks amazing! He was so nice, I'm definitely going here from now on. Go here I recommend it 100%.
Cheryl Lynn
3 Apr 2017
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Can't thank Joel enough for memorializing my heartdog, Sassafras, with a stunning rendition of her paw print. He was patient, open-minded, and extremely easy to work with. My tattoo healed beautifully... Read More
Can't thank Joel enough for memorializing my heartdog, Sassafras, with a stunning rendition of her paw print. He was patient, open-minded, and extremely easy to work with. My tattoo healed beautifully and rather quickly. I am so proud to show it off! Thank you, Joel, for helping my heart heal! Read Less
Justin Kaye
1 Apr 2017
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Joel is amazing, give the man some ideas and let him take over, you won't be disappointed.
Lisa Gavlick Guthleben
26 Mar 2017
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It was our first visit to this establishment and we were so very happy with the personalities of the artists, the cleanliness of the studio, and the talent presented. My daughter and I got the cutest ... Read More
It was our first visit to this establishment and we were so very happy with the personalities of the artists, the cleanliness of the studio, and the talent presented. My daughter and I got the cutest matching tattoos and the price was reasonable. We would definitely recommend them! � Read Less
Erica Brooke
22 Jan 2017
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Chris is a great artist and translates the concept very well. Extremely happy with my calf length artwork. Even dozed off twice from being so relaxed. Great experience here.
Kimberly Nemetz
21 Dec 2016
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Great place, very clean and professional. Joel is an amazing artist.
John N.
26 Feb 2015
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This is about the most unprofessional shop ive ever tried to deal with. I have stage 4 brain cancer and been trying to get an inspirational tattoo before i start treatment. Monday we called Dave and h... Read More
This is about the most unprofessional shop ive ever tried to deal with. I have stage 4 brain cancer and been trying to get an inspirational tattoo before i start treatment. Monday we called Dave and he said to call or come in after thursday and he would work us in. So we called today to let him know we were on the way and were told to make an appointment on saturday and put down a $25 deposit (lie 1 would work you in) when told its brain cancer and cant give a 24 hr notice he decided 7pm on monday (again not working us in)and a $53.75 deposit (lie deposit didnt change was always going to be $53.75) when reminded he was a business that we pay for service makes the customer the boss and his company an employee relationship. Then started calling me buddy and that im unresonable because i cant guarantee him 24 notic3 if im too sick to show up. While yes they may give great tattoos but their customer service suck and how honest of a business can it be when they change their stories deposits and yet claim they trying to be accomodating? Is this the type of business you'd want your family using especially with a termnal illness getting story after story after story. Just know the true side of Dave then make your own choice if that the person you want to give your hard earned money to. Read Less
Bobbi F.
26 Dec 2012
REPORT
I've seen Joel roll out nothing but stunning body art on happy customers.  He's one of those guys who will make you addicted to tattoos.  I'm so glad to see he opened his own business and is sharing h... Read More
I've seen Joel roll out nothing but stunning body art on happy customers.  He's one of those guys who will make you addicted to tattoos.  I'm so glad to see he opened his own business and is sharing his artwork with northeast Ohio.If you're looking for quality work from a place with years of experience and solid knowledge of tattoo ethics- this is your place. Read Less
Jeffrey L.
30 Nov 2012
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I have known Joel for years - his Tat's are a work of art! give him a call - you will not be disappointed!
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1941 Mentor Avenue
Painesville Ohio 44077
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The Inkwell Tattoo Company

Painesville, Ohio
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1941 Mentor Avenue
Painesville Ohio 44077
We strive to enhance our art form through exceptional methods of service. We offer ourselves as artists and professionals to deliver personal, meaningful, and amazingly rendered artwork to your skin. Our greatest asset is the person who allows us the ability to perform our art...you.
Monday
12:30PM-21:00PM
Tuesday
12:30PM-21:00PM
Wednesday
12:30PM-21:00PM
Thursday
12:30PM-21:00PM
Friday
12:30PM-21:00PM
Saturday
12:30PM-21:00PM
Sunday
11:00AM-18:00PM
Mike Harrington
19 Jun 2018
REPORT
First time at inkwell ! Awesome ! Very clean ! Chris was very friendly didn't hurry me made suggestions that made my tattoo better ! I'll be going back ! Thanks inkwell
Jordan SwagVEVO
18 Jun 2018
REPORT
The artist here seem to really care about tattoos & the tattoo community. No matter who does your tattoo it’ll still turn out good. All the artist seem really cool & like a family. It’s a good clean s... Read More
The artist here seem to really care about tattoos & the tattoo community. No matter who does your tattoo it’ll still turn out good. All the artist seem really cool & like a family. It’s a good clean shop with excellent decor& professionalism. I was privileged to wotwith Cathy. & she seemed to really care about the tattoo I wanted. I definitely plan on returning for more art.... my experience at Inkwell Tattoo Company, was a pleasure... Read Less
Gabe Wilson
10 Jun 2018
REPORT
Great group of Artists. Got 3 piercings and a Tat. Plan to get more in the future for sure!
Natalie Kirk
27 May 2018
REPORT
My mom has been going here for 10+ years. I got a large tattoo done by Chris and he did an amazing job. Very nice guy and amazing artist. Would recommend to anyone looking to get a tattoo
Morgan Hess
23 May 2018
REPORT
Great service and attention to detail. Just got out of there so I'm really tired, may add more later. But point is these are great artists.
Tom Collins
25 Apr 2018
REPORT
I look forward to getting tattooed by everyone that works here. I started with Joel and the work is great. Through the process of being in the studio and meeting/viewing the portfolios of all the othe... Read More
I look forward to getting tattooed by everyone that works here. I started with Joel and the work is great. Through the process of being in the studio and meeting/viewing the portfolios of all the other artists(Catherine, Chris and Ashley), I can say that you can not go wrong with any of them. Read Less
Cindy Adams
24 Apr 2018
REPORT
I never had a tattoo in my life now I have three I love them I came in and Ashley helped me amazing great personality wonderful work definitely ask for Ashley
John Farmiloe
26 Feb 2018
REPORT
Cat was very personable and a blast to hang out with while me and my boys got tattoos. She did a GREAT job on my tattoo and I will be happy to recommend her. HIGH QUALITY! CLASS ACT!
Chris Bartlett
5 Jan 2018
REPORT
Joel is extremely talented and very professional. I absolutely would not go anywhere else. I have recommended Joel to anyone looking for a first tattoo or 20th tattoo. Great experience from start to f... Read More
Joel is extremely talented and very professional. I absolutely would not go anywhere else. I have recommended Joel to anyone looking for a first tattoo or 20th tattoo. Great experience from start to finish. Read Less
Lynn Bruckman
23 Dec 2017
REPORT
Awesome! Artists and staff are friendly but professional - not arrogant like alot of tattoo artists I've met. They work with you to make sure you get what you want. Great ambiance and not cluttered ... Read More
Awesome! Artists and staff are friendly but professional - not arrogant like alot of tattoo artists I've met. They work with you to make sure you get what you want. Great ambiance and not cluttered with designs everywhere. Spotless and clean! Special works are framed nicely on walls. Each artist has personal notebooks of designs. The only reason I did not give 5 stars is because when I went in for actual sitting, each room has it's own speakers and heavy metal music was blasting so loud, I couldn't wait to get out of there and walked out with a pounding headache. The quality of their service, however, is excellent and prices reasonable. I would highly recommend. I checked out three different studios before stumbling upon Ink Well. Read Less
Meagan Bliss
19 Jul 2017
REPORT
I want to thank Chris for coming up with an amazing design for my tattoo I got to remember the love of my life who passed away in march . I appreciate the time he took and how he made it not so painfu... Read More
I want to thank Chris for coming up with an amazing design for my tattoo I got to remember the love of my life who passed away in march . I appreciate the time he took and how he made it not so painful . Clean work and actually sat there and went over instructions on how to properly take care of a tattoo and didn't rush me out like the other shop I went to. Thank you again! Read Less
Rose Zuccolotto
13 Jul 2017
REPORT
AWESOME Joel ! Start to finish - Thank you ! Even with your vocals since you know who picked the 5 hour track you can bet we will be back!
Janet Brister-Bauer Odle
12 Jul 2017
REPORT
Joel f*cking ROCKS.. He did EXACTLY what I asked and EVEN BETTER. I live down in Kentucky and he was super kind through emails and I could NOT be happier with my tattoo. Thank you Joel. You hit it ou... Read More
Joel f*cking ROCKS.. He did EXACTLY what I asked and EVEN BETTER. I live down in Kentucky and he was super kind through emails and I could NOT be happier with my tattoo. Thank you Joel. You hit it out of the park!!!! Read Less
Patrick Shawn Lester
25 Jun 2017
REPORT
Awesome and friendly staff! Will be seeing you guys in the future! Ashley did a super fantastic job on my tat.
H Chandler
21 Jun 2017
REPORT
Had my first tattoo done today by Joel. When I went in to the shop for a consultation the shop was clean, all the artists greeted me and were very helpful. Joel did an outstanding job on my forearm an... Read More
Had my first tattoo done today by Joel. When I went in to the shop for a consultation the shop was clean, all the artists greeted me and were very helpful. Joel did an outstanding job on my forearm and when he was done he was helpful on how to help with the healing process. Very detailed and personable. I am already ready for him to work on my next piece. I highly recommend this shop! Thanks Joel!Read Less
Sarah Pompeii
9 Jun 2017
REPORT
Chris did an eye piece on my upper left arm, and it is beyond what i could have asked for. All of the colors he used go together so well, and are layered nicely. Also the line work is sharp! He is an... Read More
Chris did an eye piece on my upper left arm, and it is beyond what i could have asked for. All of the colors he used go together so well, and are layered nicely. Also the line work is sharp! He is an awesome tattoo artists and a cool guy! I came to him with an idea and dude knocked it out! my set was about two hours and he made me feel better when it was really painful. I would strongly recommend making an appointment with him!! Oh and BTW the shop is super clean and really nice, and everyone there was really cool! Read Less
Julianne Styles
4 Jun 2017
REPORT
Awesome place. It was my third and due to my circumstances cleanliness was even more important and i couldn't have picked better chris did awesome job with a small but highly precise tattoo. It was m... Read More
Awesome place. It was my third and due to my circumstances cleanliness was even more important and i couldn't have picked better chris did awesome job with a small but highly precise tattoo. It was my 3rd tattoo but first there and i will be back for another and fixing of one great place. Chris didnt even hesitate to do it ....when i went to another they wanted to do it 3 times the size and in different location because of the need for detail. Chris not only didnt hesitate he got every part right. It was arabic phrase and every dot and squiggle, however small, can change the meaning....and he did it where i wanted and the size i wanted. And they took my concerns seriously and i would feel comfortable not only recommending them. But even taking my son there if he wanted Read Less
Margaret Edwards
28 Apr 2017
REPORT
Updated now that my Ink is healed. Very happy with the work. Dave did a great job .
Kellie Koss
21 Apr 2017
REPORT
Great Artist's, vary welcoming along with being vary clean. Great place to get a NEW tattoo or updating an existing one. Won't go anywhere else.
Camryn Bizily
15 Apr 2017
REPORT
This place is amazing! David did my tattoo and it looks amazing! He was so nice, I'm definitely going here from now on. Go here I recommend it 100%.
Cheryl Lynn
3 Apr 2017
REPORT
Can't thank Joel enough for memorializing my heartdog, Sassafras, with a stunning rendition of her paw print. He was patient, open-minded, and extremely easy to work with. My tattoo healed beautifully... Read More
Can't thank Joel enough for memorializing my heartdog, Sassafras, with a stunning rendition of her paw print. He was patient, open-minded, and extremely easy to work with. My tattoo healed beautifully and rather quickly. I am so proud to show it off! Thank you, Joel, for helping my heart heal! Read Less
Justin Kaye
1 Apr 2017
REPORT
Joel is amazing, give the man some ideas and let him take over, you won't be disappointed.
Lisa Gavlick Guthleben
26 Mar 2017
REPORT
It was our first visit to this establishment and we were so very happy with the personalities of the artists, the cleanliness of the studio, and the talent presented. My daughter and I got the cutest ... Read More
It was our first visit to this establishment and we were so very happy with the personalities of the artists, the cleanliness of the studio, and the talent presented. My daughter and I got the cutest matching tattoos and the price was reasonable. We would definitely recommend them! � Read Less
Erica Brooke
22 Jan 2017
REPORT
Chris is a great artist and translates the concept very well. Extremely happy with my calf length artwork. Even dozed off twice from being so relaxed. Great experience here.
Kimberly Nemetz
21 Dec 2016
REPORT
Great place, very clean and professional. Joel is an amazing artist.
John N.
26 Feb 2015
REPORT
This is about the most unprofessional shop ive ever tried to deal with. I have stage 4 brain cancer and been trying to get an inspirational tattoo before i start treatment. Monday we called Dave and h... Read More
This is about the most unprofessional shop ive ever tried to deal with. I have stage 4 brain cancer and been trying to get an inspirational tattoo before i start treatment. Monday we called Dave and he said to call or come in after thursday and he would work us in. So we called today to let him know we were on the way and were told to make an appointment on saturday and put down a $25 deposit (lie 1 would work you in) when told its brain cancer and cant give a 24 hr notice he decided 7pm on monday (again not working us in)and a $53.75 deposit (lie deposit didnt change was always going to be $53.75) when reminded he was a business that we pay for service makes the customer the boss and his company an employee relationship. Then started calling me buddy and that im unresonable because i cant guarantee him 24 notic3 if im too sick to show up. While yes they may give great tattoos but their customer service suck and how honest of a business can it be when they change their stories deposits and yet claim they trying to be accomodating? Is this the type of business you'd want your family using especially with a termnal illness getting story after story after story. Just know the true side of Dave then make your own choice if that the person you want to give your hard earned money to. Read Less
Bobbi F.
26 Dec 2012
REPORT
I've seen Joel roll out nothing but stunning body art on happy customers.  He's one of those guys who will make you addicted to tattoos.  I'm so glad to see he opened his own business and is sharing h... Read More
I've seen Joel roll out nothing but stunning body art on happy customers.  He's one of those guys who will make you addicted to tattoos.  I'm so glad to see he opened his own business and is sharing his artwork with northeast Ohio.If you're looking for quality work from a place with years of experience and solid knowledge of tattoo ethics- this is your place. Read Less
Jeffrey L.
30 Nov 2012
REPORT
I have known Joel for years - his Tat's are a work of art! give him a call - you will not be disappointed!
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