I am really disappointed in how we were treated today. We brought my step daughter in for her nose piercing and Steve was really condescending, impatient and overall seemed miserable to be there. I wasnt going to post this but I see that others have had the same experience. I would like to encourage the owner to try to figure out why there is a pattern here. If you have total strangers reporting the same bad experience with the same exact individual then there is a problem. I would replace the guy. I'd be happy to provide more info if needed by the owner. Thank you. Read Less

I would not recommend getting anything pierced here. From the lack of professionalism and disregard for personal safety and comfortability. Steve has scared me by his behavior, from language, to a considerable lack of personal wellbeing. 'Fuck' every other word. From pinching my lip with pliers to screw on jewelry both sides(snake bites). To joking about me passing out. Not to mention the stench on his hands from cigarettes. Mind you I was not being pierced I was just having jewelry put back in. If you read this and can not imagen just having jewelry put in by this guy, I would caution you against actually getting pierced by this pericer. Read Less

My friends and I went in to get some piercings to celebrate the end of the term. One of them was getting her first piercings ever, the other got a double tragus, and I got my ear lobes double pierced. The guy who did our piercings was amazing. He was good at making sure you felt calm and even better was that I felt confident in his clean technique (and I am very picky about that). Also, his apprentice was thorough in explaining how to care for the piercing afterwards and he answered all of our silly questions. All of the staff were kind and considerate towards the customers. Overall it was a very positive experience and I plan on going back! Read Less

These tattoo artists do not listen to what they are being requested to do. There were two tattoos done within my family here and they did whatever they wanted to do on the design, knowing that what they were doing was different from the request. A cover up was also done and the tattoo they attempted to cover up was still showing. They are very stuck up and do not like to change their ideas if the customer isn't happy. Way too expensive for the amount of effort they really put in. Go somewhere else and don't waste your money on people that don't care about the permanent results.. Read Less

Considering this is my first time getting a tattoo, Ken was very accommodating to all my stupid and asinine questions.  HE helped me with better ideas for tattoos.  I appreciate their honest opinions with my silly ideas.  If you are thinking of getting work done, consider Ken, a true artist, that has a true passion for the work.  I will be going back for more work. Read Less

I have been coming to skin City for piercings from the age 14-18 and now I have gotten my last 2 tattoos from then. Marcelo did a anchor tattoo on my stomach last year, it was a cover up & absolutely beautiful. I don't have a picture if my phone anymore other wise I would post it. I was just in there on Monday afternoon to see Jason, he tattooed my daughter's name along with her foot print. I am so in love with this tattoo. I will always come to skin City whenever I want another one. Thank you so much. Everyone is always so nice there & listens to what you want. Read Less

Jason Solarz was a great artist to work with!  He took the time I needed, and he did an awesome job bringing my ideas to life in my first tattoos.  He did a great job, and the pricing was very reasonable and perfectly in line with what we had discussed.  The studio is clean and comfortable.  I look forward to going back. Read Less

Caitlynn is amazing!! She's absolutely the reason I will continue coming back here. I've never met a tattoo artist that is willing to do their flash tats after the special is up and/or at the same prices. She's done a bat behind my left ear and now a Santa hat behind my right ear, both so dainty and tiny, yet legible and polished. She's so nice and super professional! I would definitely book a consultation because she's booked pretty far in advance. Read Less

This place is the best! I've been coming here for years - since it was just Joe in a small room!- and I love it! Caitlyn is my girl. It's so important to have a good, comfortable relationship with your artist. She makes me feel at home. Like family. I've had about 50 pieces done by her- with many, many more to come! Read Less

Just walked in with a malfunction of sorts and the piercer fixed free of charge. I forgot to get his name but he was super nice about my blunder. I was frustrated and he took care if it. I left in hurry to get back to my littles but I left happy. I have lots of piercings and this was just a stupid thing but I cpuld tell hes very good at his job. Thank you again!! Read Less

Had a tattoo done by Chris and he did a great job. I wish, however, when I called and made the appt the receptionist would have mentioned to me ahead of time that he only takes cash. Luckily there was a bank across the street. He does really good work but, I think he's a little on the expensive side for his work. Read Less

I got my first tattoo here and everyone was super nice. Marcelo did matching tattoos for me and my best friend. He was amazing and made sure we knew how to take care of the tattoos before we left. I definitely recommend this place. When I decide to get another tattoo I'll be coming back here. Read Less

My tattoos were done by Kate D. This was my first time getting tattoos. Kate was so friendly and so patient when I was trying to decide where I wanted my tattoos and worked with me to make adjustments. She is very talented and I couldn't have asked for a better person to do my tattoos! Everyone in the shop is friendly and helpful! I'm already thinking of what tattoo I want next, so I guess tattoos are addictive  Side story: my mother thought that I was getting a temporary tattoo...like maybe one of those ones that come in bubble gum that you lick and then stick on?!?! #ImInMy30's Read Less

I waited a few days to write this to make sure I was fair and no longer upset. I gave Skin City an A-OK rating because, while I am very satisfied with the quality of work itself by Marcelo, I got totally turned off after a follow-up call. It wasn't until that evening at home that I noticed a tiny comma was missing at the end of the first of three lines of lettering. Yes, the comma was in my original drawing, and at the end of the session, Marcelo did ask me to check his work, but I think that I missed it because of a combination of being excited about my new tattoo, plus having just come out of a very relaxed state, not having my glasses on, plus the slight redness/swelling of the whole area. In any event, as soon as I could, I called Marcelo and told him I'd noticed the missing comma and asked if I could come in and have him put it in. He said he couldn't do that without another $60 deposit, and that since I'd mentioned to him that I'd like some more work done, he would do that work and throw the comma in for free. IDK, but that just came across chintzy to me. It seems to me that, for someone who's just made a new client whom he knows is going to mean more work, Marcelo should have offered to do the comma. A single, tiny comma. That would have bought him tons of good will, and I would have gone back many, many more times. But that whole thing just turned me off. Oh, and I agree with the person who commented on the poor phone skills of the woman who answers phones there.  I got her, too, and she could not have sounded less interested in anything I was saying, or been more distracted. Too bad, because on one of my initial calls I spoke to Steve, who was awesome and was actually the reason I decided to go there. It's great that you guys are wonderful artists and I so appreciate your skill, but you gotta know how to handle people, too. Read Less

I can not say enough about this shop and the artists that work here. I was so happy that Ken greeted us when we walked in because I checked out his work before we decided to go to Skin City. He was patient and super chill. We showed our ideas and made appointments to go back and get our pieces done. When I went back for my turn I was thrilled with what he drew up. We tweaked it the way we wanted and I trusted his judgement to the fullest. Thank you Ken for this addition to my current work. This tattoo means a lot more than I can even put in to words. I'm happy to have a local artist again. I know you and I will be seeing each other a lot very soon lol Read Less

I came to Skin City for my first tattoo with my fiancé. This shop was recommended to me by some friends of mine. I have to say from the time I walked in to the time I left I felt pretty comfortable with my decision to have my first tattoo. I made my appointment with Ken Fisher and he went above and beyond what I was looking to have done for first piece. Ken will be seeing me again for my next half sleeve for sure. I can't wait to get started on my next project. I'm hooked! Read Less

I've always loved this place. I wouldn't go anywhere else for piercings. Steve is on top of it. I went in for nipple piercings and even though I was allowing a stranger to look and touch me to do so, he was still polite and cosiderate of the fact. I believe he's a fun, straight to the point (pun not intended) and it makes the process simple and bareable. Thanks for the pain, Steve! Worth it for sure. Read Less

LOVELY STAFF, AMAZING ENVIRONMENT, GREAT MUSIC. Everyone here makes Be feel comfortable. Not usually a long wait, call ahead if you're worried about that, but they get their piercings done quickly and efficiently. I will definitely be returning. Not to mention- the ink my friends have gotten here has been STELLAR work! Read Less

I never went in but the person who answered the phone was so extremely rude!  Horrible first (and only) impression!Here's a tip for the owner: get someone polite and friendly to be the first person representing your business! Read Less

I went here in July to get new jewelry for my rook. When I picked out my piece, the lady put it in for me. She stated that this was a really good piece, the ball doesn't screw on, but more so pushes together, so it's really tough to get apart, and won't fall out. Since then, it's started to fall out 3 times! I live on the coast, so can't just go return or exchange the product. While the shop was clean, and everyone was friendly, I wished I wouldn't have spent $45 on something that I now can't wear. Read Less

In looking for an artist to do a tatoo cover up, Caitlynn came highly recommended. The result was fantastic! She incorporated my ideas with her exceptional abilities, and I was highly pleased.Thomas G by Jana G Read Less

Stopped in this morning to see if they could squeeze in a quick tattoo, and they immediately set up an appointment for later that day. When I showed up Chris was very professional and got me in and out with no hassle. Great place. I will definitely recommend to friends and be back in the future. Read Less

Had an appointment for tattoo. Needed to change the date for a surgery. Left 2 messages and 1 email and I got no return call or email. Not sure what issue is, I paid deposit and would at least like a return. I am sure they must be a little concerned. ?? Read Less

I had a beautiful cover up done by Chris yesterday and highly recommend him. He was very patient and gave me exactly what I asked for....I couldn't be more thrilled!! The detail is amazing, way beyond my expectations. Read Less

Great shop and atmosphere. Marcelo took my husband and I in for walk in appointments for tattoos and did not disappoint. Perfect lines and nice conversation. Third time in so we will always go to Skin City...hopefully be in soon to get our little ones ears pierced! Read Less

Saw Steve a couple days ago for a third lobe and helix piercing. He was really nice and relaxed - he offered a hoop for the lobe because hoops are cheaper which was nice because I didn't know that. The piercing room was really clean and professional (overall the shop looked clean and professional but I was only in the piercing area). While getting the stuff out he told my bf and I about his planned piercings and some of the other work he has done too :). He lined the lobe piercing up with my other two, and I wondered if it might be too low on my ear (sometimes I feel like my others are a bit low), but he explained that there was cartilage pretty much right above his dot (showed me too by gently pinching my ear with his fingers) and that it would increase the heal time. He even turned the helix stud around so the silver flat bit was out instead of the ball; so it would look cooler, match my other earrings, and not get caught on stuff so easily - overall awesome experience, definitely recommending Skin City and Steve to my friends! Read Less

I have had 8 tattoos done at Skin City and I have to say I have always had a great experience there. I have had all of my tattoos done by Kati she is the apprentice at the shop, she is so professional her work is amazing and I have always been happy when I left the shop. I am older so my skin is a little harder to work and Kati has taken her time, and Joe has always been able to come up with a way to make all the things I want work!! So I recommend this shop above all others. All the artists are great and you always feel welcome. Read Less

I saw Steve yesterday for a double lip piercing. I've never had a facial piercing before so I was quite nervous and excited. Skin City was easy to find, looks clean and modern, and I happen to have zero wait time. The prices were completely reasonable and their selection of jewelry was great! Steve was a super nice guy, walked me through everything, answered my questions honestly, laughed at my stupid nervous jokes, and did an amazing job. Piercings will of course hurt and he had no issues with me kicking and whining. After the second piercing I got pretty hot and shaky and Steve was kind enough to get me a cup of cold water and hang out with me until I was ok. I WILL go back and see Steve to get the piercings changed out. His work is totally worth the pain. Read Less

I recently had a surface piercing done by Steve and it was a fantastic experience. He had never done a surface piercing in this particular area (third eye/vertical bridge) and made me aware of this in advance, but he seemed to have so much knowledge on surface piercings that I didn't mind. He made sure everything would be perfect, and I really appreciated his attention to detail. The piercing itself came out wonderful and Steve is such a friendly, awesome person that I would go as far as to say this was one of the most enjoyable body modification experiences I've had, and I've had a lot of work done. I will definitely be back for more. :) Read Less

I could not get my nose ring in after it fell out two nights ago. I went to Steve today, and he was so nice and helpful. He made sure I was okay because damn it hurt. I have had him do two of my other piercings and I highly recommend him. Thank you so much!!! Read Less

Got my nose pierced elsewhere (big mistake) and the stone fell out a week after I got it. Came to Steve to replace it, a smart, friendly and honest dude! I got a much better quality stud from a cool stud named Steve :) Thanks so much, I'll be coming back! Read Less

Steve M. did my nostril piercing and I couldn't have been happier.  Spotless office, friendly, down to earth and professional.  He answered every question I asked and had a great sense of humor. In a profession that sometimes falls short in the customer service area he is elevating the trade.  Highly recommended!!! Read Less

Been going to here since I was 18. We now live out of state and still choose to drive here to get tattooed. Caitlynn has done all of mine and my husbands tattoos. She's very amazing and talented. The shop is very comfortable and modern. I will always recommend this shop to anyone I meet. Read Less

What a great experience! Yelped "best tattoos" in my area and this one was the closest with the best/most reviews. Called when they opened and got all the info needed, didn't set up an appointment since walk ins were welcomed, so we took our chances a few hours later and got right in! Me and my sister did matching Air Water Fire Earth element tats by Ken! So quick and are perfect! The shop is so clean and has great music playing the whole time! Read Less

What a great experience! Yelped "best tattoos" in my area and this one was the closest with the best/most reviews. Called when they opened and got all the info needed, didn't set up an appointment since walk ins were welcomed, so we took our chances a few hours later and got right in! Me and my sister did matching Air Water Fire Earth element tats by Ken! So quick and are perfect! The shop is so clean and has great music playing the whole time! Read Less

Awesome new shop and super friendly staff. I am halfway through a shoulder piece from Joe and it is already way beyond my expectations. His attention to detail is amazing! Definitely the place to go if you want to get some ink. Read Less

I've been tattooed around the world by many famous artist in some of the best shops around the world. I have to say kudos to Joe and the team for the remodel as the shop really is an experience to be in. Not only clean open and very professional it has that tattoo flavor and vibe that you want when you go into any shop. All staff working were clean professional and courteous and willing to help the most inexperienced to the most experienced I had to luxury of being tattooed t...o by my daughter and I must say what are honor it is to have her work on my arm now!!! Big shout out to Kate Davis and Joe Newsom along with the team for training her and her partnership being with your team and the quality work she did this day. 10 out of five stars I give this shop because out of all aspects, I could not find one flaw. Whether you're need some help in understanding your first tattoo or need an experienced tattoo artist that understands your design intent I recommend this shop to anyone around the world.!! Great job Kate and great job everyone!!! See More Read Less

Seems like a decent place for tattoos. Wouldn't suggest it for piercings. This place is close to my work so I figured I'd stop in and finally get an ear piece I'd been wanting. When I got there there was no piercer around. I was told the person was on lunch and would be back shortly. I ended up waiting forty minutes before I gave up. A few weeks later I called to see if someone would be there when I stopped in. We started talking and I found out that they wouldn't do the piercing I wanted (I don't really hold this against them, I wanted to do a surface piercing on my arm). A few days after that I went back into the shop to do a different surface piercing. This time someone was there but they had no bars and only one dermal anchor. Overall just not worth the hassle. If you're in the area I'd suggest going the extra 15 minutes over to Adorn. Which is actually what they themselves suggested I do. Read Less

Aaaaaaaaaah-mazing  I loved my experience, Caitlynn is super stellar and my adornment looks just as superb today as it did the day I got it. I'll be back, a few more times I love her work space, you can tell she's great, because she proudly displays her past work, a few of which are on both my sisters and my brother in law. So, yes, we love Caitlynn. Go get your next piece done by her, you won't be sorry! Read Less

I love Skin City! Joe is an awesome artist and everyone I have met are very friendly. I just got a tattoo and am already scheduled for my next one :) My daughter and her husband referred me to Joe because they think he is awesome as well!! Read Less

This is the second time I've been to Skin City and the second tattoo artist that has worked on me. Both have designed the tattoo for me and both experiences were great. The artists are professional and friendly and the prices were much better than I expected going in. I love the tattoos I've gotten at Skin City! Joe did my tattoo yesterday. Read Less

I had Joe do my tattoo. It was my first one and he was very pleasant. The prices are very reasonable and the staff is extremely friendly. Joe even did a free touch up for me, I made an appointment for it to be fixed in February but he called me as soon as he had time to help me out. I will definitely be coming back and suggesting them to all of my friends. My best friend regrets not getting her tattoo from here! Read Less

Wow that last girl is sure a hater, and could not be more off base. Joe and his staff are all as professional as could be, and really into making their customers happy. I've been going to Joe for at least 6-7 years now, and could not be happier with his work, most of which is free hand. He offers free touchups, and his prices are very reasonable. Will and Ken are also really talented artists. Will did a beautiful lotus flower tattoo on my girlfriend that we both love. Joe has also tattooed my girlfriend, and we both trust him, and his shop implicitly. It is a clean, welcoming environment, and I have been to a lot of shops in the Portland area over the years where the staff and the artists treated you like they were doing you a favor by allowing you to be in their presence. Skin City Tattoo has a lifetime customer in me. Read Less

Let me tell you all I have been to a lot of tattoo places.. The staff and people here are RUDE! I can not believe the high prices too! Wow who do they think they are in the time and day thinking I would give them a dime for there rude service! ! And then there is the owner! What a prick! Cancelling appointments on people like he is god! Maybe if his art was good I could understand! DONT GO HERE!!! Read Less

I've had 3 tattoos done here, and all of them turned out to be perfect, and I never needed to get them touched up. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly, so when I later needed to get a few piercings redone, this place was the first to cross my mind. They're very helpful in meeting your needs, too. Read Less

I got 2 peircings with Britni and Michelle and the whole time I was there I had the best experience. Everyone was so cool and the place was super super clean! I can't say enough good things about this place....I am definately going back! Read Less

I first visited Skin City in 2009 on a tag-along with a friend that was getting some work done by Joe (owner) of Skin City. Earlier in the year my father had past away. And I had always wanted a tattoo but didn't know what to get..until I visited Skin City. The place is clean, actually spotless. All the tools, equipment and furniture are wiped down before ever use with a client. Great care goes into this studio making sure that each customer has a great experience, even if just visiting the shop to get a quote. You feel welcomes. Joe makes appointments way out, but well worth the wait and plenty of time if you need to alter you design before you go in. You want the tattoo you want so make sure its dead on. Leave the rest to Joe and his crew to make it art for you. They are not just a ""tattoo"" shop, its a studio. Which is class A. My dad was Hawiian and he like everyone else in this world have their/our demons. its life. But I felt that in someway I should have something to honor him. I designed a special Tiki totem of a specific Tiki water God and its opposite. Thus like a yin-yang in a sense this totem represented Strength and Weakness. Plus being a Hawiian Tiki water God as another way to represent that my dad loved to be near the water or ocean. I should Joe on that first visit, He liked the concept and we decided in gray scale look. The tattoo is AWESOME !! I get comments all time on it. Attention to detail. So as of today Joe finished my second tattoo which is for my daughters names and bdates. Thanks Joe your the Best !!! Have a great show at the Expo. Make your appointments with Skin City, you will not be dissappointed. AAA+++ ThX Read Less