Reviews of Catalyst Arts Collective (Tattoo Shop)

Barry Lewis

Awesome

Shawn Sivyer

Amazing work and great customer service. I recommend them to everyone that wants tattoos

Aileen Rueda

My husband and I were walk ins, we were in and out within an hour and a half. I loved how mine turned out. Thank you Wes!

Kenneth hillyard

Best place to get a tattoo. Hands down

Jesse Conrad

There was a communication error however they are making it right would recommend to anyone based on what I've seen

Chey Matter

Clean and professional. Orville never disappoints

Anna Griesbach

CAC is awesome. Always professional and courteous!

Alison Johnson

Beth is seriously the best! She helped me decide on the perfect placement for my nose stud (my type A/OCD is real people) and was so fun to work with! She explained everything and made sure that I knew that she is available for ANY questions afterwards, and encouraged me to let her change it out when I'm ready in a few months. Her passion for her clients is real. She's a genuinely nice person who takes real pride in her work. I won't go anywhere else!! Thanks Beth!! __________________________________________________ Brady did an amazing thigh piece on me a year or so ago and I can't wait to go back for more. He is artistic and talented beyond words. I spent 7 years looking for the artist to do what I was looking for, and to my surprise, there were 3 artists here that met my criteria! (Don't get me wrong-EVERY artist in this establishment is amazing-but 3 suited the style I was looking for EXACTLY). If you're looking for great ink or piercings.. THIS IS THE PLACE!

Monica R

A few years ago I went here to get my first tattoo but they were horrible people wouldn't even look at the reference that I drew of what I wanted done and waited well over an hour to talk to an artist

summer conaway

Great and prompt service. Clean building and friendly staff.

Kris Elwood

Love all the artists. Mikey is a friend of mine and has done a gorgeous piece on my left shoulder blade area - going back for more ink soon! Bob Bitner is also crazy, amazing, outstandingly good. Everyone in the shop is friendly and AMAZING at what they do. <3 Oh and I now drive 9+ hours to get my tattoos here because they are the best of the best and worth it.

Troy Anderson

The best tattoo arts in kc are here. I specifically have been to Bob, but he has a great group formed here. I will edit with finished photos later.

Erin Provost

Amazing shop, clean, professional artists, and absolutely amazing work.

Fallon Wells

Orville is amazing! I've been looking for years for an artist I trusted enough to do my first tattoo and after following him for over a year on Instagram I knew he was going to do an amazing job. I was not disappointed! I even booked my next tattoo with him before I left. I can't tell you how excited I am not only for the one I just had done, but to work with him again.

Rhonda Brogan

Quality tattoos!!! This place makes you feel right at home. Raoul did my ink, he's Awesome!

Kody Ballard

Ashley Emerson is the best tattoo artist in the country 5 stars for him

Jane Gaughran

Ashley is Awsome!

rodney GREEN

Hands down the best place to go to get tattooed! Wonderful staff and great work and they always make you feel like family. Go you won’t be disappointed I promise. Raul your the best thanks again!

Tawana Webster

Love it Punch is so awesome!!! Best Artist Ever!!

Angela Kelly

My favorite place to get tattoos. Theses artists are A+! And the environment there is so chill!

Rodney Green Jr.

The best tattoo shop in the Midwest by far

Derek Berg

Mikey is a great artist.

Jane Hawkins

I just got my first tattoo from Chris Keegan yesterday, and I am in love! I had a great experience:) I felt totally comfortable the whole time, and the result was amazing. I could not have dreamed of anything better. Chris was able to take a dinky little drawing I did, and turn it into something eternally special, and absolutely beautiful. This place is full of quality artists and awesome people. I highly recommend Catalyst Arts Collective; I will definitely be going back. Thanks Chris!!! <3 <3 <3

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JUSTIN MCINTYRE ROCKS

Cj Hawt

If you are a warrior or maybe just some kind of spiritual healer or something then nobody and I mean NOBODY does tribal tattoos better than Julio Morales! He has a soft touch and just an overall sweet demeanor, he will work with you to develop other ideas if for some reason a tribal is not for you ;) Quality is not just a word to Julio, it's a way of life and he carries that philosophy into each and every tattoo along with a little sprinkle of love... This is a great group of artists at Catalyst and I highly recommend their shop!

Stephanie Srader

Mikey does a wonderful job. They are very clean and professional. Definitely recommend this shop.

Mariah Omland

Beyond amazing place and people. Went to Heather B for my first tattoos December of 2015 and was already back for another consult in January. Just went for a 6 hour session Thursday and it was outstanding, I was completely comfortable the whole time. Highly recommended any of the artists, they're all around amazing!

Darian Merrell

They're going to be able to do a portrait tattoo for my friend that everyone else was impossible

Mykelan Presley

Great experience for me and the Mrs. Ask for Punch when you come in.

Garrett Tucker

My wife got two tattoos here a few years ago by Chris Keegan. They were perfect, and she's still in love with them. Definitely recommend this shop and Chris's work.

Jillian McAdams

Fantastic custom tattoo shop. Extremely friendly and helpful. Several artists to choose from and they are all excellent with their own personal style and design.

Michael White

This place is Awesome I have had several tattoos done since April 2018. They are a great bunch of Tattoo Artist .Extremely friendly and professional. They have to be one of the cleanest shops I have ever been in. They have many award winning artist in the shop. They will be moving the shop to Kansas City very soon and I will follow them where ever they go. Punch and Wes have been doing my ink work still have quite a bit more to do. I am planning later to get some other work by different artist in this shop each artist has their own style and speciality.

Kyle Penn

This place is awesome. Clean shop, great customer service, and best of all their talent is second to none. The vibe when you walk in is so chill. Evan is an incredible tattoo artist and has made me feel comfortable giving him an idea and letting him run with it. I would not go to another shop, ever. If they can't do it, it can't be done.

Bridgette Sampeck

Great work by Justin. I highly recommend this place. Everyone was professional. Place was really clean. I love my tattoo.

Joshua Doss

Bad ass work!

Re Ree

Best in the metro

Michelle B

Helpful but no piercing

Stephanie Sutoris

Ashley is amazing...highly recommend! I've had him update 4 of my tattoos and all have been beyond expectation. Next time going to have him design something new! There are other great artists there, but Ashley's style is my personal favorite.

Colleen Tucker

Great atmosphere, very clean and they do amazing work!

Sicily Von

I would highly recommend this shop to anyone looking to get tattoo work done. Evan is amazing and the whole shop's environment is great.

Brittany Bustin

just about a year ago I went and saw heather b and she did an amazing job on my Cheshire cat tattoo. I loved the shop it's self very clean and welcoming. I tell everyone about Heather and catalyst. I will continue to go back for every piece I get. so great!

Grimm Northwest

I love this place because they are a no bullsh*t kind of tattoo parlor. If artists aren't providing a good service for their clients the shop boots them. I personally frequent here for my incredible artist Dart. However the atmosphere is welcoming, they watch tasteful movies and it's not the "stereotypical" harda$$ only, tattoo place.

Mary Deatherage

Got another exceptional tattoo!

Bret Mickey

Very friendly, professional but laid back.

Randy Jones

Wonderful work done by Raoul Garcia. Great staff of artists and enviornment. Its always a great visit. I Recommend them to everyone.

James Henry

Go see Evan!

Ross Dwyer

Fantastic work my friend fantastic

Shilo Artis

Great experience both times I have been there. I work with Ashley and have nothing but great things to say about him. Great work. Amazing talent. Enjoyable person to be around. Couldn't ask for a better artist to work with.

Adam Maciejewski

I would highly recommend this shop to anyone looking to get tattoo work done. Great experience for my first tattoo. I work a weird schedule and can never get in on weekdays, and these guys were booked out pretty far on Saturday. I went in a talked with the scheduling manager to try and work out a time. I was only wanted a small amount of work done so it would only take an hour or two. He talked to the artist Chris and he agreed to come in at 10:30 the next weekend to take care of me. As for the actual process of getting the tattoo, Chris was very cool about it all. Answered all my questions, didn't pressure me at all and made sure I was comfortable. On top of all of that he did an awesome job, I can't stop checking out his work in the mirror. Great experience.

Sharon Randall

Clean, comfortable environment, friendly artists!!

Jason Lomonte

What can I say. This crew is top notch!! Bob Bitner is fantastic at what he does. The outcome is worth the wait!!!

Brent Stephens

The artists are nice and well prepared.

John Crypto Davis

All of the people that work at the place are awesome. Their hospitality and service here is in a league of it's on. I have already scheduled more appointments. Raul the owner has a top notch business that matches his top notch work.

Jason Bland

After talking a look at some of the artwork on the website I decided to come in and check out the staff after picking a few artists I liked. The staff helped me pick an artist that would suit the tattoo I wanted to get and set up a consultation to speak with him. The consultation went over great and we hashed out a plan and a set an appointment. I just got back from my first half day session and Orville killed it! I booked two more sessions before leaving. He did great work and I can wait to get the whole piece finished!

Curtis Bartee

Wes was very helpful and an all around good guy to talk to

Frank Nicholson

Brady Payton is amazing artist!

Johnny Ngo

Wes Durham did an awesome piece adding on to something I already had. Quick worker, light handed. Everybody needs to check him out.

Angie Stevenson

Absolutely love the work my artist did. I will DEFINITLY be back for more work! Very clean, relaxing environment.

Kosta Gregory

Excellent tattoo artists

Chris Parmentier

Dropped off some photos for a chest piece along with a deposit. Didn't hear anything for two weeks. I reached out and was told by the artist his phone was acting up and I would have something the next day via email. Another week has gone by and still nothing. I have heard nothing but good things about catalyst but be careful who you chose to do your work.

Jennifer Cole

Completely satisfied coming back soon! Thank you Chris Keegan!

Ryan Dickey

I had an idea about a super sweet american flag tattoo on my upper arm to commemorate my military service. Ash Emerson was the perfect artist for the job! Absolutely amazing artist and hands down sweetest flag tat i have ever seen! Thanks so much Ash!

Sheena lunarson

Called to set up an appointment and left multiple messages over a 2 month span. Finally got a consultation and set up my appointment at the artists earliest appointment date (about 7 months, no big deal his art is amazing as are all of catalysts artists), 4 months before my appointment I call to inform them something's come up that's out of my hands and legally I cannot be tattooed, it takes me over a month to reach them again. Talked to the manager (Valentine, really nice and cool guy), tells us that the artist will get back to us in a few days when he's got time, over 3 weeks later the artist still hasn't called us. Honestly the artists are talented and the manager is very nice and highly professional, their communication and call back skills need improvement though.

JoAnn Wittrock

Can't wait to get my new tattoo!!!!

Damien Brantley

I won't go anywhere else to get tattoos. Every artist at Catalyst is extremely talented in their own ways of art. You won't have an issue finding the right artist to bring your piece to life.

shealeigh

Excellent experience with Ashley getting my half sleeve outline. Beautiful work and friendly staff.

KCMstudioschannel

These artists are top-notch. A collection of raw talent between them, very driven to perform above the industry standard. Brady is my personal favorite, his artwork continuously amazes. His realism is phenomenal, you can tell he will be an industry king in years to come.

Original S

Had two full day sessions with Orville so far and his work is amazing. I get constant compliments on my ink. Stop looking around and book any of these artist for your next piece.

RamblinroseDigger Winton

I've heard good things about the artists here. But prices are higher. You get what you pay for!

Christina Smith

I cannot say enough good things about Punch Jones who did my tattoo. I saw examples of his lettering on his Instagram account and felt sure he would be the right person to do a phrase that was in my own handwriting. I was correct: It looks like I wrote on my own arm. The shop is clean and comfortable, and everyone is very friendly. I wouldn't hesitant to recommend this shop to others.

Alvin Gilreath

Home of the best tattoo artist in the world

John557

Cleanest and best tattoo shop I can find in a 300 mile radius. Very professional shop with a fantastic variety of artists. Super clean which is a hugeee thing. Could not recommend Orville more than I do now.

Carolyn German

Such an awesome place and experience! Orville and I worked on my first color tattoo. He kept the beauty of each picture I wanted and made it blend together beautifully. I will definitely be back for more work!

Lynn Peoples

Very nice and friendly folks! Dart was great and I'll be back!

Jenni Parolini

Classy shop, super clean, awesome artists! Just got tattooed by Chris. He's well worththe drive!

Stephanie Williams

I love my tattoo artist there Ashley Emerson he is very talented and has an awesome way about doing things :)

Zach Tennant

It feels great to have found a great artist such as Orville Vaughn. I'd be hesitant to go to anyone else again. His work is second to none. I highly recommend Orville and Catalyst as a whole.

Cyndee Jones

This shop has amazing artists. Raoul has worked on all of my family. He is talented and works incredibly hard to make sure he understands your vision and then translates it into a true work of art.

Raven W

Great place, employees are awesome. Been to other tat shops and this one is the best, not even close. Raoul is my guy, his work is mindblowing.

Michelle Reliford

The artists are really professional and very good quality.

Daniel Perez

Ashley Emerson has been tattooing my wife for 3 months now. He gives great tattoos and creates amazing artwork and puts a lot of detail into everything he touches. He has really helped my wife create a tattoo she can cherish that's every bit apart of her and his artwork style. His color is the best I have seen in Kansas City. He is a great guy, funny, and provides a relaxing comfortable atmosphere to get tattooed in. The rest of the staff is super friendly and we love watching movies, playing pool, and listening to music while we are here. Come to Catalyst for all your tattoo needs!

Shara Kapke

We were so impressed by the piercer Beth Burns. She was so sweet, helpful and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her.

Amy Martin

Ashley did a great job covering up an old tattoo I no longer liked and I will be going back someday. They are a little pricey but worth it.

Lauren Van Meter

I absolutely love this shop. All the artists are amazing and so talented. My tattoo artists tattooed my wife, best friends and me. Ashley is amazing so is Heather. Great place for your first tattoo.

Roger Noah

This is one of the most amazingly diverse groups of gifted artists in the city. Whatever you can think of, they'll have a specialist that can handle it.

Brian Hand

Fantastic professional tattoo artists.

Brandi French

Love this shop! Everyone is so nice and welcoming. Orville does awesome work and trust no other tattoo artist. He does one of a kind tattoos. You wont be disappointed!

Jason Davis

Great place with some of the Baddest Tattoo Artists around

Charity Vance

Very talented artists!

Emily Finley

I was fortunate enough to get a small tattoo as a walk-in. Great portfolios and was treated very well and got just what I was looking for. Thanks, guys!

Terry Bay

Mikey Ruck did an amazing job fixing the botched tattoos I received at another shop. In the same session, he also did a Batman tattoo for my husband who has many large tattoos. Mikey is by far the best tattoo artist we have been to in the past 10 years - and his kind non-judgmental attitude makes it that much sweeter! We both feel like we have finally found a tattoo artist that we know will give us great work and that we can feel comfortable with. As long as Mikey is doing tattoos, we'll be loyal to him! We also really liked the shop - very clean. And unlike many shops we've been to, when you walk in, you are actually greeted by very friendly artists. You feel completely welcome and comfortable from the moment you step in the door - and it continues throughout the entire experience! I'm sure all the tattoo artists here are great, but we can definitely personally recommend Mikey Ruck!

brandon smith

Great artists and very friendly atmosphere

Aaron Scully

Bob Bitner just does amazing work! Solid work, and quite visionary in his art!

Tanner J Fox

Every member of this crew is talented totally legit clean facility full of very quality tattoos. Bob is the greatest ever

Matt Jones

Great group of people and very professional in every way, detail work to line work they can make it happen and you will walk away with one of the best tattoos you’ve ever had. Brady Payton has done three tattoos for me now and i will continue to go to him no matter where he is. Thanks guys for a great tattoo and experience!

Donovan Lovelace

Always a great experience especially seeing chris and raul...

Randi S

By far some of the most talented tattooists around. Down to earth. Great prices. Top notch, one of a kind - nowhere else around art work! Just moved to a new location that is amazing. You should go see for yourself...you won't be disappointed with your ink, I promise!

Jessica Minuskin

I am in the process of a sleeve and I’m almost halfway through, Ashley Emerson is my artist and I highly recommend him if you are looking for a new creative design, a cover up, a touch up or update, or adding on to something. I have never had a better experience with a tattoo artist, his work is incomparable to anything I have ever seen and his attention to detail is outrageous. Not only is he an amazing artist but he is such an easy going, laid back, likable person and his customer service makes you feel so welcomed and comfortable. Everyone at this shop is incredible but Ashley’s style is my favorite! You should go see him....RIGHT NOW..

viacom wilson

Fantastic place... You should go... Right now.

Andrea Smith

My husband and I had a consultation with Mikey today for a unique couples tattoo. He was upfront and honest with pricing and how many sessions it will take. We are looking forward to working with him.

Andrew Meinheit

Catalyst Arts is hands down the best tattoo shop in the Kansas City metro area, if not the entire state. All of their artists are extremely talented. I have gotten tattoos from multiple artists that work there and they have all turned out greater than I could have ever imagined. The artists really take the time to put a lot of detail and care into every single tattoo that they do. They truly love what they do. The facility is very clean, professional, and well lit. It does not have the feel of a typical tattoo shop. When you walk in, there is actual framed art on the walls instead of a bunch of flash art or binders. Plus they have a pool table so that's pretty sweet. The shop manager, Stephanie, is also very helpful and extremely courteous. I am constantly referring my friends to visit Catalyst Arts and none of them have been disappointed. I highly recommend Catalyst to anyone that wants a high quality tattoo, you will not be disappointed!

Jeremy Graves

Great atmosphere, great people, no complaints.

Wayne Millen

Bob Bitner at Catalyst Arts is completing my back piece. Bob is a very impressive artist, and I will make sure that Catalyst Arts will do all my ink from now on.

Tamara Barnes

Very serene atomsphere to get a tattoo. Clean, friendly & good customer service! I will be back! Punch is amazing! But all the artist are great at what they do! Go check them out!!!

Misty Stuebs

Called and confirmed no appointment necessary, only to arrive and be asked to schedule. Email response to pricing was that it was by the hour, but arrived and was told it was by the piece. Didn't end up have work done, so can't comment on quality.

TIm Underwood

I can"t say enough good stuff about Orville. He did a fantastic job on a add-on and redo of an old tattoo. He is very professional and courteous. His work is outstanding .....I highly recommend him. He did a great job helping me out with future artwork. I will be back. The shop is very clean and has a good atmosphere. All the employees are very nice and have a welcoming attitude. GOLD STARS all the way around !!!

Tiffany Davis

It's always a pleasure doing business with them! Heather is my girl. All the artists are amazing. You can't go wrong when you choose catalyst arts collective!

jd Davis

Great service great work

sabrina smith

Every artist here is amazing. If you want real art put on your body this is the place to go. Their work really speaks for itself.

Shelley Means

I absolutely love it here! Tim is amazing and I'm glad I found him!

Gene Mcclung

Absolutely amazing artists all around

Katrina Apley

Bob did an amazing job doing my daughters memorial tattoo. He was able to do a very detailed job even though i had nerve damage and had a hard time keeping my arm still. I would recommened him and his shop hands down to anyone in the world.

Tiffany Russell

Shop is awesome! Huge and clean. Raoul is amazing. Friendly, patient, extremely talented. He’s done 4 pieces, including a cover up, plus touched up 3 others that I had done by different artists, & I now refuse to go anywhere else for my future tattoos! His attention to detail is out of this world, and I am always happy with the end result.

Angela Schweller

I loved getting my ink at Catalyst. Brady was my artist, and did a great job of collaborating our ideas, the outcome was beautiful. The shop was clean, friendly and professional. I barely noticed the pain due to the movies they played, the interaction between artists, and the fun atmosphere. The recovery of the tattoo still amazes me, how the next day, you wouldn't have even guess that it was a fresh tattoo. I think it's due to Brady's talent. I would highly recommend them to anyone wanting to get their next tattoo.

J Palladino

By looking at the place you wouldn't think much, but a Client of mine referred me to Orville. He listened and exceeded expectations. I usually travel all over the place to get my tattoos but I have finally found a great artist at home . Orville you rock sir , I look forward to many more tattoos in the future. And from being nosey, Catalyst arts has one of the best line up of artist that I've ever seen, don't hesitate to set up a consultation

Baby13Doll Caldwell

I'm totally in love with my tattoos and already planning on another. Have been tatted by Orville and Ashley. Great work

Kris Astroff

Mikey and all the tattoo artists at Catalyst Arts Collective are absolutely amazing! Not only do they take their craft seriously, they keep a shop atmosphere that is welcoming! Mikey does beautiful work and has done several pieces for me over the years. I’ve had the pleasure of being tattooed at both locations and I have to say, they are both dope. Check out Catalyst Arts Collective!

Heather Lee

They have the best artist!

mary anderson

Very profecinal and aprochable. Acknowledged us as soon as we walked in. Good customer service, Chris Keegan was able to create and perfect my vision from my jumbled, unorganized thoughts.lol He does amazing cover ups and portraits! Every artist here is insanely talented and creative!!! They book up fast but definitely worth the wait! The best things in life never come fast nor easy. If your looking to get tatted this is definitely the place to be.

K.C. Jones

Raul is the best