I went here to see if they could put a hoop in my nose because I was having trouble getting it in myself. The guy (tall, big, ginger prick) couldn't get it in which was fine because it was a larger ga... Read More
I went here to see if they could put a hoop in my nose because I was having trouble getting it in myself. The guy (tall, big, ginger prick) couldn't get it in which was fine because it was a larger gauge. The problem started when he was putting my other hoop back in. He was not gentle at all and proceeded to shove it back into the hole while I was in tears and expressed how it hurt. Also this same hoop I had no problem getting in and out of my nose earlier after trying to put the new one in. He then told me in a very rude tone 'well do you want to leave without anything in the hole and it close up . " I should have just put it in myself. I will never come here again. I wouldn't even get simple earlobe piercings from this place. Read Less
amanda hughes
15 Jun 2018
REPORT
Did not have to wait long at all the guy who checked me in and did my piercing was nice, knowledgeable about the piercing process and the after care.
Kerianne Friedman
5 May 2018
REPORT
The place itself and the people are nice and the price is reasonable, but apparently it's just too much to ask a tattoo artist to do some straight, parallel lines. The stencil looked different from wh... Read More
The place itself and the people are nice and the price is reasonable, but apparently it's just too much to ask a tattoo artist to do some straight, parallel lines. The stencil looked different from what actually came out of my arm, and the glaring imperfections were clear once the tattoo healed. Uneven, shaky, fading, blown out line work make a bad tattoo even worse. I'm getting it covered up by real artists, not just ones who specialize in cheap Pinterest tattoos in a college town. Read Less
Caroline Salisbury
12 Mar 2018
REPORT
I went as a walk in on a Saturday and the wait was long but ABSOLUTELY worth every minute!!! Justin did a fantastic job. He was very meticulous about making sure he was giving me exactly what I wanted... Read More
I went as a walk in on a Saturday and the wait was long but ABSOLUTELY worth every minute!!! Justin did a fantastic job. He was very meticulous about making sure he was giving me exactly what I wanted and that the placement was exact. He also was very laid back and did a great job lightening the mood and making me feel comfortable for my first tattoo. I live 4 hours away and plan on going back to him when I’m ready for tat-two! Great experience! Read Less
Robyn Lickert
24 Jan 2018
REPORT
Zack is awesone. He really made us feel at ease. Very nice staff.
Britni Johnston
18 Jul 2017
REPORT
After my experience yesterday I wouldn't go anywhere else! Zach did a fantastic job and I couldn't be more thrilled with the end result! Thank you thank you thank you!
Miranda Kae
16 Jul 2017
REPORT
I love Ancient Art. Zach did an amazing job on my piece. He drew it up perfectly matching the description I wanted. Definitely recommend and will be coming back for more ink soon!
Keena Petty
16 Jul 2017
REPORT
Zach is absolutely amazing. Highly recommend. He did my very first tattoo 2 weeks ago, and I went back yesterday for another one. Planning another.
Megan Cummins
30 Jun 2017
REPORT
Got my tragus pierced here and they said they had the "high end jewelry" but I didn't even have the piercing in a week and the balls that screw on to the post fell off. Went back had the post reput in... Read More
Got my tragus pierced here and they said they had the "high end jewelry" but I didn't even have the piercing in a week and the balls that screw on to the post fell off. Went back had the post reput in and both the balls feel off within a day. I'm better off putting my own jewelry in. Nice people but really bad jewelry that's not worthwhile. Read Less
Renaldo Lamar Martin
26 Jun 2017
REPORT
Best tattoo spot in the NRV hands down! Very clean spot, staff real friendly. Justin did my and my brothers and he did a great job .
Alyssa Maldonado
17 May 2017
REPORT
I've gotten a couple of piercings here, the price is pretty decent and the piercer, Sean, is always very friendly. He does a great job and he makes sure that he pierces you exactly where you want it. ... Read More
I've gotten a couple of piercings here, the price is pretty decent and the piercer, Sean, is always very friendly. He does a great job and he makes sure that he pierces you exactly where you want it. They have a great selection of body jewelry here and they get you in and out quickly.Read Less
Madison Griffin
8 May 2017
REPORT
I have been tattooed by Cory with no issue. He's friendly, and done an excellent job. I do however find that their scheduling is atrocious. I have eleven tattoos, from 4 different shops and 6 differen... Read More
I have been tattooed by Cory with no issue. He's friendly, and done an excellent job. I do however find that their scheduling is atrocious. I have eleven tattoos, from 4 different shops and 6 different artists, but no where is as difficult at Ancient Art. Their front desk clerk is rude, unhelpful and tries to give you time and cost estimates although he has no idea what he's talking about. He tries to act like an artist, but everywhere else I'd go you deal with the actual artist on these things. Honestly, I like Cory, but there's a ton of great artists and shops in Roanoke that have a more helpful staff and more variety in styles. If you're putting something permanent on your body it's worth dealing with a better atmosphere. Read Less
Diana Jones-Cox
7 May 2017
REPORT
The only place I will go for my tattoos. Zach is awesome, he takes my ideas and drawings and brings them to life.
Stephanie Woolwine
22 Apr 2017
REPORT
This place is amazing! Zach did a fantastic job on my new Odin tattoo, and Sean was super awesome with my new septum piercing. Not only is this place super chill but it's clean and full of helpful sta... Read More
This place is amazing! Zach did a fantastic job on my new Odin tattoo, and Sean was super awesome with my new septum piercing. Not only is this place super chill but it's clean and full of helpful staff. I recommend them to everyone who wants work done. Read Less
Andre Vaca
22 Apr 2017
REPORT
From the reception counter to the moment I walked out it was an overall great experience. If you're doing a walk-in on a friday be ready to wait a few hours in case others are in line before you. Cory... Read More
From the reception counter to the moment I walked out it was an overall great experience. If you're doing a walk-in on a friday be ready to wait a few hours in case others are in line before you. Cory did a fantastic job and was friendly and professional in every way. He showed me the tools they used when I asked and gave advice on how to care for the tattoo for the first few weeks. Read Less
Samantha McKinney
15 Mar 2017
REPORT
I just got my first tattoo done here on Saturday. Zach did an amazing job. I was nervous when I went it but after I had talked to Zach and he explained everything that quickly went away! Prices are re... Read More
I just got my first tattoo done here on Saturday. Zach did an amazing job. I was nervous when I went it but after I had talked to Zach and he explained everything that quickly went away! Prices are really good here, and they are very professional. I will definitely go back for a touch up and my next tattoo. Read Less
Robert Conley
5 Mar 2017
REPORT
Hats off to Zach me and wife went in with what we wonted and left the rest up to him the tattoos turned out better than I could imagine thanks agin first the awsome work!
Taylor Magda
28 Jan 2017
REPORT
My fiancé and I went and got matching tattoos last night and I was very impressed! The guy at the front desk could have been a little nicer, but oh well! The place was very clean and the artist took h... Read More
My fiancé and I went and got matching tattoos last night and I was very impressed! The guy at the front desk could have been a little nicer, but oh well! The place was very clean and the artist took his time making sure everything was sanitized and ready to go! He was very good with giving suggestions on tattoo placement and needle size and he was very fast, but very accurate! We originally wanted our script in very tiny writing, but he suggested not to go very small because it would blowout; I really respected his opinions and suggestions. I could just tell he knew was he was doing and he was GOOD at what he did by the way he talked; very intelligent and passionate. He made sure that we saw that he took everything fresh out of the package and he was just all around a sick artist! I would say a TAD pricey, but hey! Everyone has to make money. Because the tattoo meant SO much, we decided to go for it anyway, and I'm glad we did! Highly recommend! Read Less
Cassandra Shanklin
22 Dec 2016
REPORT
Got my tat here on my lower back, the guy had a heavy hand and scarred my back up. Went in to see if they could do a touch up and they were going to charge me and my my the price of a new tat to get i... Read More
Got my tat here on my lower back, the guy had a heavy hand and scarred my back up. Went in to see if they could do a touch up and they were going to charge me and my my the price of a new tat to get it touched up.... I know one thing I won't go back!! Read Less
Chelsea Hopkins
27 Nov 2016
REPORT
My experience at Ancient Art with Zach was by far the best tattooing experience I have ever had. Zach not only did a top notch job on my new tattoo, he was also extremely knowledgable, professional, a... Read More
My experience at Ancient Art with Zach was by far the best tattooing experience I have ever had. Zach not only did a top notch job on my new tattoo, he was also extremely knowledgable, professional, and accommodating. I will definitely return to him for any future work! Read Less
I went here to see if they could put a hoop in my nose because I was having trouble getting it in myself. The guy (tall, big, ginger prick) couldn't get it in which was fine because it was a larger ga... Read More
I went here to see if they could put a hoop in my nose because I was having trouble getting it in myself. The guy (tall, big, ginger prick) couldn't get it in which was fine because it was a larger gauge. The problem started when he was putting my other hoop back in. He was not gentle at all and proceeded to shove it back into the hole while I was in tears and expressed how it hurt. Also this same hoop I had no problem getting in and out of my nose earlier after trying to put the new one in. He then told me in a very rude tone 'well do you want to leave without anything in the hole and it close up . " I should have just put it in myself. I will never come here again. I wouldn't even get simple earlobe piercings from this place. Read Less
amanda hughes
15 Jun 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Did not have to wait long at all the guy who checked me in and did my piercing was nice, knowledgeable about the piercing process and the after care.
Kerianne Friedman
5 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The place itself and the people are nice and the price is reasonable, but apparently it's just too much to ask a tattoo artist to do some straight, parallel lines. The stencil looked different from wh... Read More
The place itself and the people are nice and the price is reasonable, but apparently it's just too much to ask a tattoo artist to do some straight, parallel lines. The stencil looked different from what actually came out of my arm, and the glaring imperfections were clear once the tattoo healed. Uneven, shaky, fading, blown out line work make a bad tattoo even worse. I'm getting it covered up by real artists, not just ones who specialize in cheap Pinterest tattoos in a college town. Read Less
Caroline Salisbury
12 Mar 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I went as a walk in on a Saturday and the wait was long but ABSOLUTELY worth every minute!!! Justin did a fantastic job. He was very meticulous about making sure he was giving me exactly what I wanted... Read More
I went as a walk in on a Saturday and the wait was long but ABSOLUTELY worth every minute!!! Justin did a fantastic job. He was very meticulous about making sure he was giving me exactly what I wanted and that the placement was exact. He also was very laid back and did a great job lightening the mood and making me feel comfortable for my first tattoo. I live 4 hours away and plan on going back to him when I’m ready for tat-two! Great experience! Read Less
Robyn Lickert
24 Jan 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Zack is awesone. He really made us feel at ease. Very nice staff.
Britni Johnston
18 Jul 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
After my experience yesterday I wouldn't go anywhere else! Zach did a fantastic job and I couldn't be more thrilled with the end result! Thank you thank you thank you!
Miranda Kae
16 Jul 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I love Ancient Art. Zach did an amazing job on my piece. He drew it up perfectly matching the description I wanted. Definitely recommend and will be coming back for more ink soon!
Keena Petty
16 Jul 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Zach is absolutely amazing. Highly recommend. He did my very first tattoo 2 weeks ago, and I went back yesterday for another one. Planning another.
Megan Cummins
30 Jun 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Got my tragus pierced here and they said they had the "high end jewelry" but I didn't even have the piercing in a week and the balls that screw on to the post fell off. Went back had the post reput in... Read More
Got my tragus pierced here and they said they had the "high end jewelry" but I didn't even have the piercing in a week and the balls that screw on to the post fell off. Went back had the post reput in and both the balls feel off within a day. I'm better off putting my own jewelry in. Nice people but really bad jewelry that's not worthwhile. Read Less
Renaldo Lamar Martin
26 Jun 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Best tattoo spot in the NRV hands down! Very clean spot, staff real friendly. Justin did my and my brothers and he did a great job .
Alyssa Maldonado
17 May 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I've gotten a couple of piercings here, the price is pretty decent and the piercer, Sean, is always very friendly. He does a great job and he makes sure that he pierces you exactly where you want it. ... Read More
I've gotten a couple of piercings here, the price is pretty decent and the piercer, Sean, is always very friendly. He does a great job and he makes sure that he pierces you exactly where you want it. They have a great selection of body jewelry here and they get you in and out quickly.Read Less
Madison Griffin
8 May 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I have been tattooed by Cory with no issue. He's friendly, and done an excellent job. I do however find that their scheduling is atrocious. I have eleven tattoos, from 4 different shops and 6 differen... Read More
I have been tattooed by Cory with no issue. He's friendly, and done an excellent job. I do however find that their scheduling is atrocious. I have eleven tattoos, from 4 different shops and 6 different artists, but no where is as difficult at Ancient Art. Their front desk clerk is rude, unhelpful and tries to give you time and cost estimates although he has no idea what he's talking about. He tries to act like an artist, but everywhere else I'd go you deal with the actual artist on these things. Honestly, I like Cory, but there's a ton of great artists and shops in Roanoke that have a more helpful staff and more variety in styles. If you're putting something permanent on your body it's worth dealing with a better atmosphere. Read Less
Diana Jones-Cox
7 May 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The only place I will go for my tattoos. Zach is awesome, he takes my ideas and drawings and brings them to life.
Stephanie Woolwine
22 Apr 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
This place is amazing! Zach did a fantastic job on my new Odin tattoo, and Sean was super awesome with my new septum piercing. Not only is this place super chill but it's clean and full of helpful sta... Read More
This place is amazing! Zach did a fantastic job on my new Odin tattoo, and Sean was super awesome with my new septum piercing. Not only is this place super chill but it's clean and full of helpful staff. I recommend them to everyone who wants work done. Read Less
Andre Vaca
22 Apr 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
From the reception counter to the moment I walked out it was an overall great experience. If you're doing a walk-in on a friday be ready to wait a few hours in case others are in line before you. Cory... Read More
From the reception counter to the moment I walked out it was an overall great experience. If you're doing a walk-in on a friday be ready to wait a few hours in case others are in line before you. Cory did a fantastic job and was friendly and professional in every way. He showed me the tools they used when I asked and gave advice on how to care for the tattoo for the first few weeks. Read Less
Samantha McKinney
15 Mar 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I just got my first tattoo done here on Saturday. Zach did an amazing job. I was nervous when I went it but after I had talked to Zach and he explained everything that quickly went away! Prices are re... Read More
I just got my first tattoo done here on Saturday. Zach did an amazing job. I was nervous when I went it but after I had talked to Zach and he explained everything that quickly went away! Prices are really good here, and they are very professional. I will definitely go back for a touch up and my next tattoo. Read Less
Robert Conley
5 Mar 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Hats off to Zach me and wife went in with what we wonted and left the rest up to him the tattoos turned out better than I could imagine thanks agin first the awsome work!
Taylor Magda
28 Jan 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
My fiancé and I went and got matching tattoos last night and I was very impressed! The guy at the front desk could have been a little nicer, but oh well! The place was very clean and the artist took h... Read More
My fiancé and I went and got matching tattoos last night and I was very impressed! The guy at the front desk could have been a little nicer, but oh well! The place was very clean and the artist took his time making sure everything was sanitized and ready to go! He was very good with giving suggestions on tattoo placement and needle size and he was very fast, but very accurate! We originally wanted our script in very tiny writing, but he suggested not to go very small because it would blowout; I really respected his opinions and suggestions. I could just tell he knew was he was doing and he was GOOD at what he did by the way he talked; very intelligent and passionate. He made sure that we saw that he took everything fresh out of the package and he was just all around a sick artist! I would say a TAD pricey, but hey! Everyone has to make money. Because the tattoo meant SO much, we decided to go for it anyway, and I'm glad we did! Highly recommend! Read Less
Cassandra Shanklin
22 Dec 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Got my tat here on my lower back, the guy had a heavy hand and scarred my back up. Went in to see if they could do a touch up and they were going to charge me and my my the price of a new tat to get i... Read More
Got my tat here on my lower back, the guy had a heavy hand and scarred my back up. Went in to see if they could do a touch up and they were going to charge me and my my the price of a new tat to get it touched up.... I know one thing I won't go back!! Read Less
Chelsea Hopkins
27 Nov 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
My experience at Ancient Art with Zach was by far the best tattooing experience I have ever had. Zach not only did a top notch job on my new tattoo, he was also extremely knowledgable, professional, a... Read More
My experience at Ancient Art with Zach was by far the best tattooing experience I have ever had. Zach not only did a top notch job on my new tattoo, he was also extremely knowledgable, professional, and accommodating. I will definitely return to him for any future work! Read Less