I just wanted a second pair of lobe piercings, not that complicated. The owner was the only one there, and he told me as he was putting in the piercings how crappy the pieces were and how hard they were to twist. He gave me the cartilage size piercings, two completely different studs, and completely stripped one of them so it was impossible to get off. I paid $60 and ended up just having to go somewhere else to get them out. All that and he didn’t even pretend to be nice about it Read Less

I bought my wife a gift certificate for her birthday. She messaged through Facebook and an artist by the name of Derrick corresponded with her. He set up an appointment and gave an estimate on the artwork chosen, and an amount was settled. I would refer anyone to get a tattoo here, everything was handled with the utmost respect and cleanliness. Thanks again for the great work. Read Less

The crew is amazing, and Brandon Blake is an absolute monster behind the gun. The few hours we where here was great due to all the jokes and just the overall atmosphere. Thanks for mine and my Fiancé's first tattoos!! Read Less

Hunter did my tattoo and was AMAZING! This was my first tattoo and I got a small tree on my wrist. He was so nice and really made sure he did what I wanted! I am in love with my tattoo and would recommend Hunter to anyone and everyone!!!! Read Less

I LOVE THIS PLACE! I would highly recommend Brandon Blake he does an amazing job on his tattoos! He takes his time and makes sure everything is the exact way that you want it before he starts his work I've gotten 4 done by him and would send anyone else to him he's GREAT! Will definitely be going back and asking for more by Brandon! Read Less

I love this place. Brandon Blake is a great artist and he has the greatest attitude. He makes you feel comfortable and keeps you smiling. He does the best work I've seen yet. And he works with you on prices to try and help you get the best deal and affordable at the same time. Love you Brandon Blake you're awesome!!!! Read Less

The artist's are great, the owner however,is awful. Doesn't care about his employees, and if you are looking for an apprenticeship please go anywhere else but here! The owner will rip you off and take your money without any training! Hemos are not sanitized the way TN laws require. Also will and has had people piercing without a permit(again TN law requires). Again the tattoo artists are great! Just go when the owner isn't present, and you'll have a great experience! Read Less

The artist's are great, the owner however,is awful. Doesn't care about his employees, and if you are looking for an apprenticeship please go anywhere else but here! The owner will rip you off and take your money without any training! Hemos are not sanitized the way TN laws require. Also will and has had people piercing without a permit(again TN law requires). Again the tattoo artists are great! Just go when the owner isn't present, and you'll have a great experience! Read Less

Got my first tat from someone before Jim came to town and was disappointed. Jim has since done 2 pieces for me as well 1 for my wife. We have been nothing less than 100% satisfied. The friendliness, professionalism and QUALITY are 2nd to none. When it comes to ink, quality is a major part of my decision. Raining Ink is the only place I will go. In fact we are trying to get in tomorrow for another piece for my wife Read Less

Today was my 3rd time in the past 10 years that I have been to Raining Ink, all 3 of my experiences have been awesome!! I have been to 2 other tattoo parlors in Columbia on multiple occasions & had bad experiences everytime. I will never go anywhere else!! Thank you Jim Lawrence for piercing my daith today, I love it!! Read Less

I called to get matching ink done on me and my cousin visiting from California, got a basic quote (shop minimum) for small simple tattoos. Was told by the rep lady, Bruno would be happy to do it. Now mind you Raining Ink was not my first choice in shops, not because lack of talent but my lack of knowledge of their artists' work. I was given the run around at my first choice shop. So i decided to check out Raining Ink. Glad i did too! Bruno heard what we wanted, drew it up better then the pictures we had seen online of something similar. All in all we are both very happy with the work and they have healed up nicely!! Work was done on June 23rd. Thanks again Bruno. I recomend Rainging Ink for ink and percings. (Got my tounge done few yrs back by Raining Ink) Read Less

This was my 5th tattoo but the most important one to date. I honestly have to say it was also the best experience I have ever had. I have been tattooed in Florida, Alaska and South Carolina and would truly travel right back here for some ink by Nick. Such a professional and personable time. My tat is beautiful and EXACTLY what I wanted to the point I even cried.... yeah I know looooser lol. JAM UP!!!!!!! Read Less

Honestly the only tattoo place I've ever been to, so I don't know how they compare to other places. I have gotten a total of five piercings (three in my lips, two in my ear), and one tattoo. Every time I have been there they have been nothing but nice, and patient with me. I didn't get my tattoo artiest's name, but he was very patient explaining why the tattoo I wanted wouldn't work the way I wanted it, and we came up with a solution that worked. The tattoo are song lyrics I ...had brought a friend with me to show the print I was going for despite the few letters showing the print I wanted he got it exactly the way I wanted it. Another thing I really like every time I get a new piercing the one doing it always gives me a quick run down on how to treat it despite seeing I clearly having a few. It may come off as a annoyance to some, but I think it's a good thing just to give a reminder in case you've forgotten how to help it heal. A+ See More Read Less

Y'all should receive a 10☆☆☆star rating!!! Everyone at Raining ink, so friendly, & professional. I want to thank my tattoo artist Chad Dingler, I was thinking I would be in so much pain, but Nope!!! Seriously I could've fell asleep if there was a recliner, this is truly my therapy. I would say a stress reliever, for one hectic momma, Love, Love, Love, my baby owl♡ Chad is awesome!!!! I will definitely be coming back!!!! Beautifull work, already had several people say..... awwww I Love your tattoo, makes me smile so big!!! Then I tell em' where I got my tat, you don't no how much you guys are helping people like me!!! Thank you, Thank you so much!!!! Happy Happy I am� Read Less

I got my tattoo done here today by the man who drives the jeep & he did very good !!!! Didn't take long, everything was very professional & he made sure I was very comfortable before he started because it was my first tattoo.. & I'll probably end up getting plenty more done by him in the future.. I recommend anybody who wants a tattoo done go to him idk his name but I'm pretty sure all you have to say is the man who drives the jeep !!! Read Less

Rene is my go to artist. However, anyone there will leave you beyond satisfied with any and all work you get. Everyone from the owner, artists and shop manager/receptionist are great! Go talk to Paige, set up a time to meet with one of the artists, she will take care of you and they won't disappoint!! Read Less

I had two ear piercings done today at Raining Ink. They were so professional and knowledgeable. Seriously, I am 46 years old and I have gotten my ears and nose pierced many times over the years and this was the first time I learned so much and why my piercings could never heal properly in the past. I highly recommend Raining Ink. And I have been to other shops in Columbia. . Read Less

I had my very first tattoo done here. Jason did an amazing job! I will recommend anyone that asks me where to go to get a tattoo to go here! I will be back! Going back this weekend to get a tattoo and another piercing Read Less

I recently sent a tattoo artist, named Chad, a copy of a Marine Corps Eagle, Globe and Anchor that I wanted done, via text. I was scheduled to get it done today; however, when I got there, there were some changes with his outline I wanted done. The outline was horrible and there were several discrepancies that I wanted corrected. I just wanted it to look like the picture I gave him. I could tell he didn't care what I thought from the beginning. He acted like it was an inconvenience for me to spend 5 minutes telling him what I wanted. He sent me to a room to wait while he made the corrections. Let it be known, at this point, I spent about 5 minutes talking to him about the tattoo in person. I realized that the tattoo I wanted didn't have a point at the bottom of the anchor like it's supposed to. No big deal, but since it is a Marine Corps symbol that shouldn't be altered, I went into the room to let him know. He stated that he didn't want to do the tattoo if I was going to be too picky! Now, last time I checked, tattoos are for life, and he couldn't take 10 minutes to discuss the tattoo with me. I am sure the Marines in Afghanistan would be upset to know that a tattoo artist complained about making necessary corrections to a Marine Corps tattoo. I have done two combat tours and the fact that Chad could not understand the importance of Marine EGA details makes me extremely upset, hence this review. I walked out. There was no way I would ever let anyone have the privilege of tattooing that symbol on my chest if he does not appreciate it. It was an honor for him, that I revoked. Read Less

I went yesterday to get my first tattoo on my 18th birthday! The customer service was awesome and my tattoo came out amazing. I got it on my rob cage which is the worst place to get it because if the pain. But he took his time on my tattoo and and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. My friends that came with me that all have tattoos say that my tattoo was better than all the other places they have been to. I highly recommend this place. Read Less