Reviews of 5 Point Studios (Tattoo Shop)

Sandra Gustafson

Had my daughters ears pierced here. Excellent service, quality piercing and knowledge. Costs more than going to the mall for sure...but it is my daughters ear! Well worth it!

t bailey

Very helpful, great people

Kim Jordan

My first tattoo. The staff is very professional and courteous . Very knowledgeable. Very positive experience. Would highly recommend. I will definitely be back for my next tattoo.

Sarah Debrouse

This place is awesome so glad i found it. Its very clean and professional the staff is great ive never felt so comfortable in a tattoo shop before i went in for a septum piercing nervous they made me feel calm and the piercer was amazing she did a great job!!! I will be back

Dalia Ali

I took my friend's daughter to pierce her ear for her birthday and she picked a really cute studs and Leo did it for her and he was so awesome and so professional. It is a little bit pricey but totally worth it.

Courtney Gaskins

I've had a few piercings done here. They are wonderful and quick. Highly recommended!

Darien Walsh-Levi

Adam did mine and my husband's first tattoos! He is very precise with detail and super friendly and cool!

mirela hadziomerovic

I have gotten 2 tats there now and I love them only place I will go

Kylie Mickelson

5 Point Studios did an amazing job with my piercings! They made me feel comfortable, and they were extremely personable. Also, the piercings were quality, and their rates are very reasonable. I would most definitely recommend 5 Point Studios.

Crystal Ware

Love this shop! The staff is amazing every time I come in. Very professional, knowledgeable, and accommodating. Great selection of quality jewelry. Absolutely love Taven and Dre did an amazing job on my tattoo. I won't go anywhere else.

nathan sellards

5 Point studios is a great place for both piercings and tattoos. I have seen some amazing art work come out of there. Their piercing staff is phenomenal. There is a reason this shop carries the stamp of the A.P.P.( Association of Professional Piercers). A trip to them can really make your day.

Aaron Miller

Only place to get tattooed!

Chelsea Vielhauer

Got a very large and detailed cover up done by Craig a while ago. It looks absolutely great! Definitely worth the price. You get what you pay for.

Joshua Hinderaker

Went here on my 6 year olds daughter's birthday he pierced her ears and she didn't feel a thing a total Pro highly recommend

Scott Heisler

Went in for a consult and to schedule appointment, simple tattoo, Ironman Tri, said doing a Vet appreciation event the day I was wanting to get it done and only doing "Flash Pieces" so I would have to come in some other time. Told him I am a Marine Vet, the owner Chris who relayed this to the person helping me sitting 20 feet away wouldn't even get out of his chair to talk to me. Taking my business elsewhere.

Emily Hayes

Just got my tattoo done today. Mike did mine and I had a great experience. I was pretty picky with mine (I had him redraw the stencil a few times to get perfect) but he kept a super good attitude the entire time. He was super fun and upbeat the entire time he was tattooing, kept conversations going. The tattoo turned out amazing! I'm absolutely in love with it. Mike will for sure be my go to for all of my future tattoos!

Erik Brickman

Had a 7-hour session yesterday, a fairly complicated cover-up piece. My artist was Craig, and he came up with a very original design. His work was excellent, and pretty fast, considering his attention to detail. The rest of the staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was laid-back and fun, while staying professional. Very impressed, I will be back, and would gladly recommend them to anyone.

Jeremy Masterson

I have several tattoos and have thought about starting a sleeve of some time for years now. After years of searching not only for the design but also the artist, fate stepped in and connected me to Craig. I have two 8 hour sessions in at this point and he along with his whole crew have been great to work with the entire time. Can't wait to get back in!

Travis James

I would do zero stars if I could. Absolute worst tattoo shop in the Des Moines area. Myself as well as mostly everyone I have talked to has had absolutely terrible experiences here: experiences of being completely ripped off, told to heal their tattoos improperly, having shotty work done, or treated like theyre inferior to the workers. Their work is grossly overpriced, and they have no respect for the individuals that walk into their shop. If you want a personable tattoo experience, stay away because you will be treated like just another number. Be incredibly wary of what they put on your skin, as it has no guarantee of being an original piece and may very well be stolen blatantly from the internet while they claim to have drawn it (oddly specific because its my first person experience). Relationships with your tattoo artist should he personable and built on trust. There is no trust here, your money is so much better off at one of the many reasonable, respectable tattoo shops in the area (See Yankee Doodle, Skin Kitchen, etc).

oatbagg Ma

yeah i was happy when i walked out but the next morning (after washing mildly with anti-bacterial soap and air drying for 10 minutes i applied saran wrap and went to sleep. Next day i removed wrap and repeated. A LOT of black ink came off in the plain water rinse. I mentioned it on their FB page & posted a photo and the rude response was "it looks like it's healing fine, so what's the grip and the 4* review". Hey-you're the tat guy. Black shouldn't wash off the 2nd day. I have 8 tattoos. Only one from 5 Point. And during the tattooing they were very disrespectful of women and the whole idea of women tattoo artists. It's a bunch of burnt out Pinterest-searching artist wannabes. My guy was there for 2 weeks. Wish i had known that. Condescending and overpriced.

Rachel Sorensen

I have gotten piercings and tattoos here, and the service has always been wonderful. Everyone is very helpful, and they do amazing work. I recommend this shop to everyone I know looking for a tattoo or piercing!

Applegate Benjamin

I walked in and felt like 5 point was a good decision. I had sent all the correct information a month in advance for my tattoo. I came in to get my tattoo done and Charlie made me feel like a burden and an annoyance from the minute I had sat down. He had an entire month to analyze and create the stencil of my tattoo and the cross was completely wrong. He showed nothing but disrespect towards myself and my family who had come with me that day. The others that worked at 5 point seemed respectful and passionate about their work but in my opinion Charlie is NOT RECOMMENDED nor recognized as a quality representative of 5 point studios and their customer service.

Matt Horakova

They know their stuff, only issue is you pay for that quality, but since the work goes on your body it's better to pay well for good work than to have regrets going elsewhere. 5point fan here, even rock their logo on my car.

Olivia Husk

I got my first tattoo here done by Chris. He was awesome and everyone at the shop was really supportive and great throughout the entire experience.

Matthew Walton

Tattoo looks amazing, but when he was finished, he recommended I keep the bandage on for an hour, go home and soak it under warm water for half an hour and then spread cocoa butter all over it. Doing what he asked me to would have faded the tattoo and burned profusely. I would recommend them for a tattoo, but look for care instructions elsewhere.

Debbie Ortiz

Went in for a nose piercing... she did amazing! My 2 little girls were with me and they have them candy and tattoos while we waited. Super friendly so nice awesome place!!!!!!

Sofia Barajas

WONDERFUL STAFF AND VERY PROFESSIONAL! TOTALLY RECOMMEND!!

John Morgan

The owners are awesome. Nice comfortable, clean place. They had candy.

Danielle May

Adam was fantastic!! I only wish I would of found him when I first started my sleeve journey but he will be the one that helps me finish it!! Great spot!

Chris Arrowood

The people there are friendly and professional, not to mention they produce great art.

Amy Walsh

I have been to 5 point several times and love it!!! Leo pierced my septum and Janessa gave me a daith piercing tonight. Both of them are amazing!! Very personable and explain the procedure and aftercare. They are a bit expensive but honestly worth every penny. They also have some of the most high quality, beautiful jewelry. Also very impressed with their professionalism. I almost feel like I'm going to a doctor's office when I get a piercing :)

Jamie Last

The girl who pierced me did a good job, but she was so rude, my jaw was on the floor when she was talking to me. Also, fiercely over priced.

Kayla Williams

Absolutely love the girl that does my piercings! Everyone is so sweet, but went in to get a tattoo with my sister yesterday and the guy was very rude and not helpful and ended up walking out. You don't have to love your job, but it IS your job and it's your job to help your customers! Was very disappointed and won't be going there anymore except for piercings... Any other recommendations of tattoo places?

Lydia Lee

I got my first tattoo done here, and it was amazing. Dre, my tattoo artist, was super cool, and the rest of the staff there made my first experience awesome! Thanks guys!

keith twombley

Had my tattoo done by a visiting artist, Dillon Hild. The atmosphere is pretty friendly and the tattooing area is hospital clean. Looking through the local attists' books show a lot of talent. The piercer, Leo Ziebold, comes highly recommended as well.

Hannah Parks

got my first tattoo done here and it’s perfect. the artist couldn’t find the perfect design so he made the perfect one for me and his positive attitude kept me from getting scared. the tat looks great and i loved the experience

jd McDanel

I had a big ugly tribal and I wasn't sure if it could be covered or not. Craig took one look at it and said yes I can do it, make an appointment and I did and it was the best decision I have made. The guys at 5 point know exactly what they are doing and the service is superb. Will 100% recommend to anyone wanting any tattoo work done in Iowa. Don't mess around just go into 5 point in Clive and I promise you you will not be disappointed. Great experience!

E Young

Absolutely love the staff an the environment plus they do a great job with piercings!! I'm definitely going back for sure an always recommending my friends to go there!!! Fair prices as well!!

Anna Duran

I've visited the artists and the piercing studio here. The service and interaction with the staff has always been stellar. They care about their work and their customers. The artistry is top notch, these guys and gals make art. You should go.

Ethan Wagner

Been to 3 Tattoo parlors in the Des Moines Metro and I can definitely say that 5 Point has been the best. The staff was friendly and very intent on answering any questions you had. 10/10 would recommend.

Lindsay Greth

They do great work here and sell some beautiful jewlery, but it is very expensive. They only offer high end jewlery which makes piercings on the pricey side, plus a hefty piercing fee. However, I would say its worth it to save up, you will have better healing times and less lost jewlery than if you went to a cheaper shop.

Tina Conn

Christopher Mikesell done a Wonderful job on my tattoo. Go see him if you want a Great tattoo!!!

Christina Harwell

Fantastic! I'm so happy with my tattoos. DAVE IS GREAT!!!

Melissa Fuller

Best time I ever had getting a tattoo. Friendly and talented staff who genuinely enjoy what they are doing and the people they work with. Very friendly and inviting. Cant wait to return.

Adam Godfrey

I think every artist there does great work, but they all have different styles. I have noticed that when talking to potential customers they will refer those customers on to other artists there that they believe would match the style of tattoo wanted, which I would welcome with open arms a customer. Charlie is my go to guy. I have an entire sleeve from him and I'm planning my other sleeve. Working in healthcare, I am constantly aware of the clenliess of shops and things that are unsterile/unclean and I can say this is the cleanest shop I have been to. Charlie is my tattoo guy and for piercing I found give full confidence in Leo and Janessa. I recommend everyone to come here. I read lots of these reviews complaining about price, but you get what you pay for. They have an amazing stock of jewelry on hand and can order anything else and it arrives quickly. The other peoples in the reviews dissing Charlie are off base or possibly crappy customers.

Karli Killian

I got a tattoo here and it was just a touch up from a tattoo I got a few years ago and the guy totally ruined it. I had what you call a "blow out" with your tattoo where the ink spreads under your skin and I learned it is from the artist not putting the needle in straight. Also bought over $200 of earrings from them and got them professionally put in my ears. I got the quote "you won't be able to take these out on your own, so you will have to come back if you want them changed" 3 months later the balls on the end of two earrings fell off without me even touching them.

M E

Everyone here is amazing and very knowledgeable. I put my faith, and skin in their hands and was not disappointed. I'd had that crappy tattoo for almost 15 years and Mike made it into what it should have been, a beautiful rose. Thank you! I also got a chance to meet the owner, Jen. She rocks. The lobby is more like an art gallery and the people are friendly. I will be doing back for sure!

Anival Torres

Had my first tattoo done there September 20th, 2013. As long as I can I think I'll keep going back to Craig there. Flawless service.

Nicole Rains

Best tattoo of my life from best tattoo artist of my life here! Go see Adam Clark, he is amazing at color portraits as well as anything else (flash, sacred geometry, etc.)

Meagen Wahl

Dre did an amazing job! He was really nice and the tattoo looks great!

Elaine Jordan

High quality jewelry selection for reasonable prices. Leo was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. He gave me honest advice about my piercings and even fixed a piece of jewlery I already had in. Definitely will be returning for my next piercing!

Doxtor Bork

They took my jumbled mess of ideas and turned it into a stunning tattoo. The shop is immaculately clean. Everyone is easy to talk to.

Tom Gates

I had my first tat by Charlie and man was I inpressed he asked all the right questions and made me feel I was in good hands very polite and control ! Im going back soon for more ink Charlie is amazing !!! Very talented artist !!

Blake Shattuck

Love this place, I had three tattoos for myself and my wife has had one. Very professional and love the work they do. My artist is Adam but they are all good.

Lien EnterPrizes

Great shop, Chris killed my tattoo will be back in the future for more.

Michelle ALEXANDER

I can't speak for the tattoo portion. But I had my nose pierced here in June 2016. The guy was absolutely amazing! But when I returned to have my nose ring removed in December the girl working was awful. She refused to remove the back off of my nose ring unless I bought a new nose ring from them. I drove 2 hours to have it pierced here and another 2 hours to have it changed. All I wanted was the backing removed. She treated me with such disrespect as if I was ignorant. Isn't it a customer service business?

Breona Carroll

Every time I go to 5 Point they are phenomenal! All the staff are helpful and friendly, even if you aren't their for that particular persons services. Janessa helped me pick out new jewelry the first time I was there. Then the owner helped me and my cousin pick out some more, really kind woman, and Leo pierced us both. I've gotten the same piercing done multiple times and Leo is by far the fastest and most gentle piercer I have ever had. I wish I could have given him a waaaay bigger tip. Will definitely go back again.

Jessica Olbricht

Amazing work great people

Elizabeth Grace

Best piercing and aftercare I've ever received. Leo Ziebol is amazing!! I went in to get a complicated ear piercing fixed, and he told me that it was too poorly done at the wrong angles to keep and never should have been done cause it didn't fit my ear. He also fixed my nose piercing, and then I went back to get my tongue and VCH done. The two he did for me were the only ones I've had that healed quickly and never have had any complications with <3

Shane Donegan

100% professional. Wonderful staff. I recommend this place all the time.

Emma Williams

I have had 6 total piercings (3 dermal implants, 3 regular) over the last 8 years at 5 Point, and have had a 5 star experience every time. The superior quality of their staff, procedures, jewelry, and knowledge are what keep me coming back!

Nick Reynolds

Great environment! Everyone is so welcoming and easy going! Feel like your part of the family from right from the start! Chris is a great artist and took our idea and ran with it! Also, THE FRONT DESK GUY WAS FRICKING SWEET! RADDEST GUY IV EVER MET! SUPER COOL DUDE AND SUCH A GREAT HELP!

Ida Toe

When I went there the staff made me feel comfortable and it's less than a $100.00 for a nose piercing

Jordan Lynch

Just got my first tattoo here and couldn't be happier. Dave walked me through the process and was very accommodating and helpful. He made the whole process much easier. The facility is clean and well taken care of. If you're going to get a tattoo here, see Dave and he'll treat you right.

George Pallos

Fine detail to Artist's work. Clean, sterile studio. Great group of people at 5 Points. Very friendly. My tattoo is gnarly. Thanks again! I'll be back.

Williams Carmen

These guys are the best in town. All of the artists are very talented and professional. Highly recommend!

Nyssa cat

Everyone is very talented. Chris did a wonderful job on my tattoo. Very bold and colorful

Gary Myers

Great shop, great staff! Everyone that I met and talked with there was extremely nice, no egos! Craig is awesome, love his style. Most chill tattoo session I've ever had. Thanks all!

mike willcox

This place is AWESOME!!! Everyone is great, and the environment feels like home! Definitely will be returning. Thanks again Craig!

martin aleman

Great service, I stop by to get a quote on a tattoo and they show me their artwork and was impressive, the quality of the work, I dont give them a 5 start rating because i believe is a little pricey, i believe they could be cheaper if they want, but they look professional, their work look great.

Brian Triplett

You get what you pay for. I got an amazing tattoo at a great price. Craig charges on the low end of the range for his level. This was my first tattoo, after a lot of research I picked 5 Points & Craig for his style. I had an 8-hour session getting a half sleeve. The entire experience was better than I expected. The place is clean and well kept. Everyone was laid back, professional, and genuine. From Dylan at the front to the other staff and tattoo artists. It's been a month and the tattoo is amazing. I go in tomorrow for my 2nd tattoo with Craig and we have the 3rd one planned. Updated 4/28: I just had my 3rd tattoo today along with finishing the 2nd tattoo. I now have a full half sleeve on my right arm...roses on the inner and wolf & moon on the outer. Both tattoos are absolutely amazing! I had the same experience each time with Craig. He knows what he's doing and it shows. I uploaded the wolf & moon picture. I'll add the picture of the roses after they heal. The inner arm is more sensitive and was too puffy for a good picture. Updated 9/30: Finally made the time to get a picture of the roses since they've been healed. All tattoos are amazing. Updated: My 4th tattoo of a clock on my left arm from 10/12

Jade Ponds

I love my tattoo. Very professional staff and reasonable pricing.

Vern Lawrence

Starting my left arm sleeve tattoo next Tuesday 8/27 with Cool - Aid

John Cimaglia

Great tattoo shop

Thomas McCloud

Atmosphere at the shop is alway positive and exciting!All my work has been done by Craig Lee and I absolutely LOVE them!

Kayla Streyffeler

Just got my nose pierced here by Blake. Everyone was very professional and caring. Their work is stellar and it is a beautiful, very sanitary place!

Sanka

Positive and supportive environment. Craig is a talented artist!

Victoria Benson

Great experience for my first tattoo! Dre was very insightful and patient with me when I couldnt make up my mind. I will definitely be going back!

Peter Dressel

Great piercing artist that definitely knew her stuff, plus it's a chill environment. Rates are reasonable, and a piercing well done.

Terri Arthur

Best place for new ink!! Staff is friendly and their work is off the charts!!!