Reviews of Abyss Tattoo (Tattoo Shop)

Cody O

Tattoos are permanent. They are there for life. The last thing you want is made to feel like you can't ask questions or raise concerns about what's going on YOUR body. My tattoo turned out great, however, I left feeling bitter about my experience. I showed stella the picture of the colors I wanted. Very deep colors of teal, purple and pink. I said I wanted vintage colors , not bright ass pink and such. We agreed on the color. During a break in tattooing she told me to go look at it and I noticed the colors were very pastel and the teal was actually blue instead . Very politely I asked if she could add some green and basically she said no and said "I suggest if you want that color you should get another tattoo with that color." I just wanted to get out of there. It left a bad taste in my mouth and I would not recommend Also, the other tattooist were very rude to every customer that came in. I was appalled.

Jacque Calico

Every couple of years I return for another piece of art from these folks. I travel from Tulsa just for them!! Keep up the great work!!!

rebekah King

I liked stella!!!!! She did an amazing job!

Jennifer Taylor

I would love to leave a positive review but I cannot based off of my experience. Stella came recommended but it ended up in disaster. All I'm going to say is that she was completely unprofessional in her behavior and attitude. I am forever stuck with a tattoo that I did not ask for. After discussing my unhappiness with the tattoo that she "guessed" is what I wanted, I was blamed for providing a cut-off image of what I specifically asked for. I would never provide a cut-off image for a specific tattoo that I wanted, I wouldn't want the artist to guess at permanent ink!

Charlotte Winchester

By far my favorite tattoo parlor with amazing artists who are welcoming, understanding, incredibly talented and really care about the work they are doing for you. I had a piece done by Stella and also had chance to chat with JD, they're both lovely and have a great sense of humor. The shop feels calm and stress free. Stella helped me to find the best position for the tattoo I wanted and really thought carefully about how it would fit on my body, how it looked with my current tattoos and with consideration for the work I want to have done in the future. I will definitely be coming back in the future and will be directing friends their way (and strangers, anyone who likes my tats basically!)

Jeremy Gilbert

My wife and I got work done and are very happy with the work that was done on us. They're apprentice does a great job! We will be back and request him again.

Ryan Crosswhite

POS shop, don't waste your time or money, go to a real shop

Melanie Gendron

I’ve gotten several pieces by Stella and JD and they have always turned out amazing. They’re hilarious and open minded. Not for the faint hearted but you’ll never regret choosing anyone at this shop.

Shanell Stanfill

Greeted swiftly, although, staff was very self riotous and snarky. Left feeling reprimanded for even suggesting an idea... Didn't know tattooing someone else's handwriting is a no no! #illfindsomeoneelse

Priscilla Parsons

Stella is Amazing!

Jill Cline

100% legit. Highly recommended!!

Ryan Antle

it was a great place to get a tattoo but the only part i didn't like was when he tried to lick me and he called me daddy

Dank Hobo

Great place. Cool people. Perfect work.

alyssa buie

Everyone at this shop is phenomenal. I cannot recommend them more. Fantastic people with unbelievable talent. If you want a tattoo that will be admired & stand the test of time, or a piece of incredible art for your wall...these are your people. Sterile, clean, & professional environment. Honest, amazingly talented, & seasoned artists. They are a true gem in Eureka.

Jason Andrews

The capabilities of the artists is not why I'm giving such a low rating. The shop apprentice was really laid back and easy going. JD is foul mouthed, but really enjoys what he does. Stella. Stella's attitude is terrible. If what you want is simple and therefore beneath her skills, she will let you know. She was really nice to her apprentice, but to my wife and I she was conceited. When we said we wanted our tattoos on our biceps, she immediately questioned that while looking over the top of her glasses at us. Ours weren't good enough for "prime real estate".

Miranda Hall

Awesome experience, Joseph was great, very patient and did fantastic work! 100% recommend.

Mikey

Brody had done a tattoo for that is absolutely impeccable very satisfied will be back...thanks guys....

Cheryl Sly

Amazing artists here! What an experience! I can't wait to return for the next one!

Lyndsey Williams

Called asking for a small, simple tattoo. Whoever I was speaking with on the phone told me that I wouldn't find any quality shops with skilled artists that would be willing to do something simple (outline of a mountain ridge) because they're bound to look like crap (basically saying it would look the same as a stick and poke). I personally have seen plenty of simple tattoos look delicate and well-done, so I don't know where this guy's pretentiousness was coming from. I'm pretty sick of talking to tattoo artists that think their profession gives them permission to be rude and condescending. It's just bad business. The next shop I called--which has much better reviews and ratings than this place--told me it wouldn't be a problem. Glad to have found another artist that has confidence in their abilities.

Mickey Holmes

This place is terrifying and I am so glad it did not work out for me to be able to get anything done there. The man I spoke to was rude, and looked put out by customers walking in. He was so dingy I felt dirty just speaking to him. He acted like I was an idiot from the get-go, for everything, even not expecting an actual business in 2018 to only take cash. Hell, I could take a card payment on my cell phone. From the looks of it, they like their clients to buy their meth and get tatted at the same time. Not my jam. Not recommend unless you are on a voyage to collect ALL blood born diseases.

Alexandra Rogne

I'm Surprised that this place got so many bad reviews. I had a great experience! I knew I wanted my daughters name and decided on my wrist. I went inside and talked to J.D. He explained that the wrist wasn't the best spot because it's too small for so many letters and as the years go on, the ink will sort of blend and you won't be able to read the name. He suggested the inside of my forearm, whereas it's a bigger space for a longer name. We gave him some time to draw the name out and what he came up with was beautiful! The tattoo had quite a bit of detail for a smaller tattoo but he did an excellent job. The tattoo healed very well and almost a year later, it still looks great! I love eureka and I will definitely go back and see him for another one in the future!

Shannon Walton

I've gotten four tattoos here love it!!! Joseph is the BEST!!!! My family goes here and they won't go anywhere else.

Bonnie Weaver

They were fun and awesome artists. Will definitely come back.

brandOWNage

DO NOT GET YOUR TATTOO AT ABYSS TATTOO!!! ESPECIALLY BY "JD!" SAVE YOURSELF THE TROUBLE! In December of 2012, we all took a journey up to Eureka Springs for the weekend. My girlfriend and a couple others decided to get tattoos so we went hunting for a parlor. We didn't actually like most of the parlors we came across, either they were limited in what they could do or they were just horribly rude which was out of the ordinary because the locals are usually amazingly friendly. Last but not least we come to Abyss. There were 3 people in there that all seemed friendly, skilled and confident. As the tattoos were done, we left satisfied. As some time passes by and it heals up, we notice some fading, some lines that were not quite connected and some spots that were not completely filled in. From a distance it looks fine, but close up it's very visible. We went up there in May of 2013 (the next time we were in Eureka Springs) and asked to speak to the guy that did it "JD" is his name. He was outside on the balcony so we went and ever so nicely asked if he did touch ups. He was slouched in a chair wearing unnecessary sunglasses and looked like he hated the world. I then thought to myself...a little too much to drink last night when you have work the next morning mate? In a very rude tone, he asked to see it. He very quickly glanced at it, still wearing his dark sunglasses and said, "Well...what's wrong with it?! I don't see anything wrong" Confused at his terrible reaction, we then began to point things out on the tattoo itself that we wanted to be touched up. Still rude as hell and still wearing sunglasses, not looking at us he began to bullcrap us by saying well it's going to be too dark in this area, it will make it look worse than it already does, "noooo, it's supposed to look like that, kind of faded into grey" *he continues to babble*...excuse me? Are you listening to yourself? I got the impression that he was trying to make my girlfriend look stupid, I very much so didn't appreciate that. So then he began to kind of shew us away. Wow, never have I experienced such a terrible customer service experience. If he was lazy and didn't want to do it, he should have just said he didn't have time because he drank too much the night before and was hungover instead of making stuff up lying to us, and trying to make us look dumb. DO NOT GO TO ABYSS TO GET A TATTOO!!! AND AGAIN, ESPECIALLY NOT FROM "JD!" HEED MY WARNING!

Steve Miller

Kewl spot, great artists, all custom! Make you feel like family (the ones you like to be around)

Diane Reynolds

They do an awesome job of taking your ideas and making it into a workable tattoo that looks amazing.

Chasity Parnell

Stella was very rude and thought she was too good to do the tattoo I requested. Find somewhere else to go!

No Name Mouse

JD and Stella really know the trade. My husband and I got work done by them and couldn't be happier. They are also super cool and easy going. They make sure you're comfortable. Another thing that is AWSOME is honesty! Most places just ask what, where, how big. If you pick out a spot that will not age well or will fade they will let you know so that you can rethink location or size to have the best looking tattoo posible.

Laura Battin

Amazing shop! Beautiful work! Going back to get another one soon. Don't go anywhere else to get new ink!!! The artists here are the best, everything they do is custom, drawn up themselves. Very clean shop and uber friendly, never had so much fun while getting a tattoo. Thank you Joseph I love my new tattoo see you soon!!

brenda gammill

I went into this "tattoo parlor" to discuss getting my first tattoo. I had been thinking about getting one for a long time and it was a very important decision for me. My first impression when walking in was it was not clean, the tattoo area was dark and there was a distinct odor of mold or something. My encounter was with a "charming" young lady named Stella. Stella first began by telling me what she "couldn't" do for me - the area I wanted was not good, the tattoo I wanted wasn't a good idea, etc, etc. Instead of trying to be helpful and make suggestions about what might be a good first tattoo for me, she was condescending, snotty and just plain rude. She went into the back room where I'm sure she printed off an image from the computer which was very crude and much larger than what I had in mind. About that time the rest of my friends came in and I showed Stella exactly what I wanted, which was on the necklace of one of my friends. Her response was "then I suggest you go buy that and wear it around your wrist". After getting over my initial shock at her incredible rudeness and horrible attitude, we all walked out. We made our way to 1 C Center Street, Tattoos Eureka Style, where a young man named Brian designed the perfect tattoo for me and was so very kind and patient. Very professional!!! I would definitely stay away from Abyss. The staff there are condescending and rude. I cannot imagine how they have managed to remain open.

Robert Garnon

Went in with my wife to get anniversary tattoos. I was rudely denied when I asked if I could tattoo my wife myself. I've watched kat Von d do it plenty on tv, not that hard!!

Skyler White

We drive for 3 hours out because the artists are so talented and make our ideas reality. So far we've done this twice but plan for more in the future. 27 out of 16 would recommend

Cole Chastain

The only place I will ever get inked. J.D. and Stella are amazing artists with a great reputation and tons of integrity. They stand behind their work and it shows with every piece. Great atmosphere in the shop with original artwork by J.D. and Stella and always a badass song on the speakers.

Dee Benz

JD was extremely rude & seemed put out by the design requests we had. He pretty much said he hated doing “designs like that”. I’m glad I got a bad vibe from him, I wouldn’t want him doing any of my work, now, or in the future. ZERO people skills.

Tristin Brunner

Me and my husband walked in on a spur of the moment whim. Didn't really know what we wanted and were working on a budget. JD got us hooked up! Designed our tattoos and did our matching first tattoos same day. We are in love and will be back for more!

Erica Kovac

Stella was rude af.

Susan Grounds

Rude Rude Rude!!! There are other options in Eureka besides this dump! I would not trust my health & safety with these people. I went in and asked for pricing on the tattoo I wanted and the guy made a thousand excuses as to why he couldn't do it or shouldn't do it. I think it must have been lack of experience but he just couldn't admit it. When I started asking about his credentials and experience, that's when he felt trapped ( I guess) and the rudeness came out. Just admit you can't, dude!!! I wouldn't take a cow here to be branded! UGH! LOL!

Dannelle Tomarchio

I am an inked woman and I believe the reviews given are hardly the case. I received a tattoo by Stella in May of 2013. I had seen some of her artwork before and loved her style. I had described to her what I had in mind. Within moments she sent me a pic of a tattoo I fell in love with... original art by an original artist. The tattoo shop is like any other tattoo shop, not dirty like others have mentioned. Original art lines the walls. As I was waiting for Stella to get ready for me, two couples walked in the door to get tattoos. I believe one wanted some sort of barbed wire with an american flag tied in a bow and some other ideas of tattoos that have just been over done. Unoriginal and boring... JD explained to him that he wouldn't do it... as I thought was a great idea for the customer. One, it's over done. Two, the area they wanted to cover, the condition of the skin (wrinkled & saggy), and the size of the tattoo that they wanted (small) would look like crap no matter who did it. Three, I'm sure it sucks being an artist and doing tattoos that aren't your own and boring. They did seem offended. Thinking what they wanted was really cool. I might have been offended myself. Though his professional opinion, I believe, should trump any thoughts the ordinary citizen has. They all left. This is his job, this is how he makes money... why would he send perfectly good paying clients away? HE HAS MORALS!!! He doesn't want you to regret it down the road. And he doesn't want his name on it. Pay the extra money, get a nice tattoo, and proudly wear it. Now... on to my experience. Stella put me in the chair, we had great conversation, and the tattoo was my least painful I've ever had. (left inside upper forearm) She had free reign down to the color. AMAZING! Couldn't have asked for anything better! After my tattoo healed, there was a spot on the coin in my tattoo that I thought could use a little extra love... a little more highlight and a little shading. She looked at it and agreed. Right away she sat me down and I was fixed up in less than 5 mins:) I plan to get more from her, but I believe in paying the lady! Tattoos aren't cheap! The good ones at least;) Nothing but love for these artists and they've got nothing but great tattoos to give... be original, be creative... ask them to draw you something... flash art and barbed wire... blech. It's on your body FOREVER!!! Wouldn't you want someone to be honest about what you are getting?

Casey McNamee

LOVE this place! Incredibly talented and professional artists. The only place I'll go for new ink.

Bonnie S

Stella is my ultimate go to for anything gothic/witchy/out of the ordinary. This is now my second tattoo from her and I couldn't be happier. She's able to put my scrambled ideas into a beautiful reality, while putting up with me too. I make about a 3 hour drive for her, and that ain't stopping anytime soon.

Inga K Hunt

JD did an awesome job! He did tattoos of 6 of my dogs on my legs. I get stopped all the time with compliments.

Peggy Wiyrick

People was very professional. Place was very neat and tidy.

James Chapman

I got my second tattoo(My largest one) here with my younger sister who was also in for a tattoo,We got this place recommend by my aunt. I brought a drawing of what I wanted and told J.D to put his own artists spin on it,What he brought back was perfection,He drew up something I didn't know I wanted,it was more me and costume.Once done I was more then happy with my piece and I will be coming back for my third tattoo. What I like most about Abyss are that the artist are real and tell you the truth,They told me where the best place was to place the tattoo I wanted and most important, where to put it so it will look good in the long run. The artist understand tattoos and how they work with the shape of the body and thats something you don't find just anywhere,When J.D and I discussed placement he told me where it would work and where it would't and trust me 10 years down the road thats whats gonna be important. I would and have recommended this place to all my friends, those who are new to tattoos and those who are vets to the tattoo world These are true artist who take pride in their work and will consult you through the process and thats something that is lacking in the Tattoo industry. The place was very clean and the artist give very clear instruction on how to take care of my tattoos. The atmosphere of the place is that of a true tattoo shop,When you walk in you know what their about and the cool thing is the walls are decorated with all the tattoo artist Art(Drawings and portraits etc.) which is nice when trying to figure out a style for your tattoo. In the end when getting something that's permeant you want someone to be real,to be truthful and thats what this place provides J.D and stella are great artist and by the end of my session became good friends

keri linam

This is the best tattoo place I have ever been to!!! Stella does my work but they are all wonderful and do awesome art!!! They are honest and that's hard to come by! They will not do a tattoo that will not come out looking awesome! They do custom work that's one of a kind! Some "bad" reviews are from idiots that want a crappy looking scribble done on their wrists-if that's what you want this is not the shop for you! If you want an excellent awesomely done piece of custom art work then go to Abyss Tattoo! They will give you the knowledge you need to make the best decision for the greatest piece of art! Another thing-----people it's 18 TO ENTER- not 17 or 18 in a couple days! Don't give a bad review cause they didn't bend the rules for you!!!

Owen Abbott

Very rude staff threw me out because I was a couple days away from 18 years old and all I wanted was some pricing and ideas. Very unpleased and will be taking my money and review to someone much more professional. Id save my time and money and stay away from this place if I were you.

Alessandro BM

I got a tattoo at the tattoo convention in mtl. The final result was garbage. After visiting serveral shops in mtl and not being convinced by their artist, I found Abyss Tattoo. As soon as I walked in I knew I was at the right place. Art gallery / Tattoo shop. This is my fifth tattoo and after a couple of bad experiences I can tell the difference between artist. Aby is definitely among the top. Her lines are just perfect. Very talented individual. And about the bad reviews...one thing: when I get a tattoo, I want to make sure the person tattooing me can actually draw. If you want a piece of art on you this is the right place.

Donna Byrd

Very excellent place. Very detailed art work, very nice people. Awesome studio. We plan on coming back next year

josh leggett

Awesome staff and totally awesome place period, I recommend to anyone in the Eureka Springs area!!!

Matt Tomlinson

Is the Robert Garnon guy for real?! I wonder if he thinks he can shoot a 68 because he saw Tiger Woods do it? Or maybe he thinks he's Bruce Lee? Kat Von D...

Brooklin Countryman

I brought my best friend down for her bachorlette party and she decided to get a tattoo that she has wanted for a long time. We went to this shop and was told they could do this we told them what she was looking for they then told us to give them a couple hours to draw something up. So instead of going on with our other plans we waited around for a total of 4.5 hours just to walk back in the shop for them to tell us the artist was "overwhelmed" with our request. I understand something's can not be done but communication is key! This wouldn't have been an issue if we didn't waste our only day here waiting for this tattoo.

Ashley Brand

I went in to get a bear and a tree i came out with idk what the hell it was please do not go here

Stephanie Wilson

Beautiful, artistic tattoos! I had a wonderful experience and Stella worked me up something beautiful that I am completely happy with. I will be back for more!

popiel battin

I've been going to JD and Stella since 2012. I traveled from Illinois just for their work. Its amazing. Well worth the drive. The art work is the best. They are very great people. Love you guys

Meghan Keller

Great place. Stella listened to our design and created perfect matching, coordinating tattoos. Everyone was fun to talk to. Very down to earth. Super clean place too! All the one star ratings are morons.

Jez Green

Amazing artists

Ginger Whatley

The first guy I came into contact with was a super nice guy. I told him what I wanted some really small turtle. Then he got a lady ( Stella) but she basically told me that it couldn’t be done that small and I need to be bigger than what I wanted it and she couldn’t do the detailing everything that I wanted. IMy husband and I both got a very negative vibe from her. I ended up going to a different tattoo place and Emerson @ Odssey Tattoo took the time to draw one up and It was so adorable! He is absolutely fantastic! The energy at the best tattoo just was not good. The girl acted like if it wasn’t something super fancy or she couldn’t cover more of my body then what I was wanting done she wasn’t truly interested. Not great customer service. Emerson diligently in quickly and with great color! And my husband left him a great tip for being such a nice guy and doing such a wonderful job. I would definitely go down to odyssey tattoo And have Emerson do your tattoo any day before especially Stella at this place! Kindness goes a long way!

Jenaye Aldridge

RUDE! Absolutely rude. Wanted a pretty simple design. Artist stated that they just couldn't see it. That she was a was traditional artist and she didn't want to put any time it doing a design for us.

Karah Stillings

Absolutely love my tattoo. Stella did a phenomenal job, she's very attentive and so talented! I'll come back for my next tattoo ASAP. Thank you!

NL Poiema

Very clean, Stella was great

Jeanette Ashley

So I got a word tattoo from Stella and she was amazing !!!! I read the reviews and it seemed as if all the bad reviews had to deal with the fact that people didn't like being told that their ideas on types and size and placement of tattoos were not a good idea.... Stella gave me good advice on placement, size ,what worked and what won't and being a novice I took her professional advice and loved it .

Merris Asterios

Got a finger tattoo cover-up. Beautiful work by Joseph. Was a hard job, but he did amazing. Absolutely would have him do work for me again

My Scrappy Place

Got exactly what I asked for. JD did a great job!

Mannix 1699

Great work! I gave Jd the theme and let him have full control from there. Definitely wasn't disappointed. Can't wait to go back.

Rikki Blau

1. There was rarely any staff in the room with no greeting into their shop. Once I was able to get a staff member, I asked them to retouch a tattoo that my friend got FROM A DIFFERENT TATTOO PARLOR. 2. They said to go back to the original tattoo parlor that they got it from. Really? Why would you decline income to your shop? Oh, and she (the one staff in the room) gave us a rude mono-tone voice. 3. I don't care if you, the readers, read this or not; just consider the thought of going to another tattoo parlor because this place DOESN'T do other artist touch-ups.

SUSAN SKINNER

JD Davis is a true artist! My tattoo is a work of art just gorgeous! I could not possibly be happier. Also recovery time was zero. I would highly recommend JD for any Tattoo especially one like mine which was a portrait.

Kailey Smith

Original artwork and professional artists