Reviews of Colossus Tattoo (Tattoo Shop)

Moon Shadow

Got my first tattoo at this place. Was really scared about it. But it was clean and fresh. Didn't really hurt. Love and miss this place.

Joshua McElhaney

So about 2 monts i was refered to this place. I was introduced to a guy named Chip. After talking with him about what i was looking to get he agreed that he could do it. I gave him a $100 deposit and set up an appointment. Due to my work schedule i wasnt able to make my appointment. I called him well in advance to ket him know. He even thanked me for calling and canceling. We talked for a minute and agreed that when i got back from work we would set something up. When i was at work he emailed me one time with a drawing that he completed. I told him that i didnt really like it and then gave him some ideas of what i wanted. From that point on i emailed Chip several times to see what was going on and to try and schedule something. In ove a month time frame he never one time responded. At that point i just wanted my deposite back. I have sent several emails to this guy and have never heard anything back. He basically took $100 from me and did absolutely nothing. I am going in this week to speak with the owner about getting my deposite back. So yes at this point they pretty much stole 100 bucks from me. Will update after i speak with the owner or whoever is runnning things there. Very disappointed, especially after being referred to him.

Courtney Laning

I havr been getting tattooed here for a long time. All the artists are my friends. I always feel welcome

Julie Hernandez

Great guys doing great work! Chipp is a great artist and a pleasure to talk to. I am amazed with the first tattoo he did for me, and have just started the second...i'm sure many more to come!!

Lusipher Malache'

Chipp (Aaron Byrd) had been the definitive artist for all of my fiancé's, my local friend's, and my own tattoos for just around 8 years now and up until a few days ago I did not see that changing... However at this point I would absolutely never recommend anyone to trust in his professionalism or ethics in any way. He is notorious for canceling appointments last minute, booking personal friends into your appointments and letting you know hours before your appointment, and choosing to never return emails, text messages or phone calls. He has now also chosen to cancel a project that he took a $150 deposit for and there was no follow through for the better part of the last year and states that my deposit is non-refundable...even though HE has chosen to not follow through after numerous cancellations on his end. In the midst of that situation (prior to letting me know that he was keeping my deposit and never had intentions of completing the job) he also posted some art for sale on Instagram in which I expressed an interest to purchase. He set a price and requested immediate payment via a digital method, I sent payment and discussed meeting at the shop to pick up the art and get a solid appointment for the tattoo project, he let me know what time he would be around the next day and we left it at that. I awoke to a string of messages where he explained that he now had no intention of selling me the art, was not returning my money or deposit, and that I had no reason to meet up with him?!?! In the past he has generally chosen to be decently high/intoxicated at appointments and that demeanor only increased with him being part of the opening/management staff at Colossus to the point where you can expect multiple "smoke" breaks out of the back of the shop during your appointment session. Normally it's to each their own but there are limits to that and the sheer lack of professionalism in such regards shouldn't exist when you are handling clients and charging them for your time. This shop itself is full of amazing artists, Chipp... included, that can perform some unbelievably fantastic work but any business can only be as strong as the person/people at the helm and the decisions they make. Years of loyalty were met with deceit, disrespect, and in the end absolute and intentional theft. If that is how a longtime patron is treated under this management good luck on not finding yourself hurting to a horrible scenario all your own. There are better, more trustworthy and professional shops in the valley, do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

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I Love Bree

Joshua Farley

This place is the best, hands down! Ian and chip are awesome. Wouldn't go anywhere else!

Ben Halter

Great place and awesome people! Highly recommended for anyone looking to get a tattoo

Julia B

With my first tattoo I was hesitant on where to go, I stumbled upon Colossus Tattoo and was SO glad that I did. Bree was friendly and accommodating and I am ecstatic with the results! With any questions or concerns, Bree was quick to respond within minutes! Overall a clean, nice shop with friendly employees! I will definitely be recommending this shop to my friends/family! Thank you!!

Ryan Ruybal

Age is an amazing artist. His color is on point and I couldn't be happier with my experience. Clean work! The atmosphere was comfortable and laid back. Highly recommend.

Jessica Chow

Worked with Jentle Death on two tattoos that both turned out amazing! I was a little nervous getting my first tattoo but she made it a great experience. Love all the color and detail. Everyone there is awesome and friendly.

Scott M

One of my favorite places to go the whole team there is just amazing. Chip is one of my preferred artists hes done multiple work on me know and I cant complain at all. If you haven't checked this shop put you should.

Anirudh Srinivasan

Best tattoo shop in town.

Anthony Moreno

Don’t go here trust me, save your time and money . I made the mistake of going in and showing Age Drago what I wanted and then decides he’s going to give me what he wants rather than what I wanted and completely ruin the tattoo/ design . Everyone is whack and full of themselves . Don’t even bother

Shai'Ann Bess

Devin did an amazing job with me and my fiancé. It was our first one and we appreciate the patience and taking us in since we walked in. Thanks for making our first time a great experience. Definitely will come back.

marissa rose

I love this place. She is my tattoo artist and he's amazing

Chelsea Clubb

Chipp is amazing! My husband's been going to him for years! Great work, great atmosphere, great guy.

Harrison Crawford

I had a great experience with Devin at Colossus Tattoo. The shop is great, nice and laid back. Devin has been great creating my piece and his work is excellent. In the shop getting the work done, Devin is incredibly diligent and detail oriented. He took care and time making sure the piece looked just like we wanted it to. He was easy to talk to, laid back, and his work is exceptional. I will absolutely be back for more here!

Rachael Bosco

Can't give this shop enough stars! Ian Loughlin is an amazing artist who took my ideas and brought them to life!! If you want a GREAT Tattoo, go to Colossus!

Kimberly Thoms

Chipp did an amazing job on my tattoo! Great clean place and environment!

Shawn Thompson

The work quality and atmosphere of this shop is amazing. The artists are friendly and fun to be around. The shop is like walking into a friend's house, pleasant setting, and professional.

J CERNY

Beautiful shop and amazing artists! You're in good hands.

Ryan Jones

Love this place; great environment and cool people! Bree Lin is the best artist!

Lisa Jones

Amazing artists. Amazing atmosphere. Love this shop!

savannah french

Chipp is super rad and the environment of the place is just so kicked back.

Joshua Harvey

Awesome Tempe local Tattoo shop! These guys do great work and it was a pleasure to experience what they offer. Absolutely recommended to anyone in the area or passing through!

J. Fons

1st time visiting this shop for a tat and Jen did an AWESOME JOB! Everyone there was super cool too which helped make the 2 hours go by fast. We will definitely be going back!

Matt Sauer

Love the peace Chip did for me, he nailed it

Matthew Salvas

Supremely talented, creative, inventive, and open minded artists.

Matthew Morgan

Friendly staff with a great open atmosphere. Bree Lin is quite easily the best tattoo artist in the valley and as long as she is tattooing I will be scheduling my work with her.