There's a reason Char McGaughy has been nominated best tattoo artist in Dallas several years in a row! Her award winning work is a product of impressive creativity, mixed with an unwavering focus and ... Read More
There's a reason Char McGaughy has been nominated best tattoo artist in Dallas several years in a row! Her award winning work is a product of impressive creativity, mixed with an unwavering focus and discipline. From the moment I met her to discuss my tattoo idea she radiated enthusiasm for her craft, yet presented herself with a quiet confidence that gave me comfort in trusting her with my idea and body. Over the course of the following year, she designed and tattooed my black & gray half-sleeve; happily working through my busy work/life schedule. The results, after half a dozen sessions and 30+ hours of tattooing, was way better than I ever could've imagined!
All of the artists in the shop display a refreshing professionalism, and show a genuine interest in each other's work. Even the apprentice Joe frequently volunteered to go to the store and get me snacks/drinks during my sessions to keep me healthy and comfortable.
On another note, Gold Dust is a very clean, welcoming, and relaxing shop. It's the least a client can ask for when we are about to endure pain and discomfort for hours on end, right? The shop has fine art on every wall, comfortable couches, TVs, a kick-ass fish tank, lots of swag to buy if you want to support the business, AND its located within walking distance of some really good restaurants.
I also noticed during my sessions how diverse the clientele is at the shop. I saw a local TV personality stop by, old and young men and women from all walks of life, Doctors, Lawyers, and people from literally all over the country who flew to Dallas specifically to get work done by Char. It was an interesting experience being a fly on the wall at the shop for roughly a year while we finished my piece.
At the end of the day, I would recommend this shop to anyone looking for a tattoo or piercing! Between all of the artists there, they would do a great job on any style or design you want to get. Read Less