Red Arrow Tattoo Collective

"I started at a tattoo (sat for 8 hours) with Gino who did a phenomenal job. I put down a 100 dollar deposit and decided to allow them to keep the deposit for the next session. Little did I know that this visiting artist was waiting for a visa extension to be approved. The evening of my first session the owner (Josh) took Gino across the border resulting in his deportation back to the UK. I went in person to find out if the tattoo could be finished. They stated I could go to Canada before the deportation or the owner would complete himself. As it was around thanksgiving I opted out of going to Windsor. I never heard from the tattoo parlor so I inquired via phone call right before the new year about getting on the books with the owner so the tattoo could be finished. It has been a month and I have yet to hear back from them. Although the artist did a phenomenal job, I have an unfinished tattoo and a deposit being withheld. I will be disputing this with my bank. I should have demanded a refund or a free session to complete the tattoo as the owner as well as the other staff members were aware of his immigration status. It is extremely unprofessional to do this to anyone, especially someone who was willing and ready to invest 5k+ in tattoo work at this shop. Get a receipt, don’t pay cash, and make sure your artist is in the states legally. Anger is an understatement. Avoid"

"They attended youmacon on November 4. The first person at the front add me to the list to get a tattoo from Josh. Said it would be 250-300 dollars & a 2-3 hour wait with 2 others in front of me. No problem with any of that. Came back around the 2 hour mark. That same person was still there & said he had the pricing wrong & it was more expensive, okay no issue & still had to wait. Came back around a little after 4 hours talked to someone else to see where I was at & still had 1 more person in front of me. Took a couple laps & finally the next person was getting a tattoo. After 6 hours of waiting (huge difference in time) I go by there to someone else about to get a tattoo from Josh. They allowed someone to cut in front of me after 6 hours of waiting. I know for a fact the guy who tried saying it was a mistake was lying. How awful to make someone wait 6 hours when told 2-3 & allow someone to go before them when that wasn't their place in line. I waited around to not screw them over when ready to leave after 4 hours of waiting but have no problem screwing me over. The person they allowed to cut in front of me didn't even start their tattoo when I confronted them. Edit to the reply: No one contacted me at any point. I walked up multiple times to see where I was & checked my phone constantly. To lie & say that is insane as I didn't attempt anything they had there so I did not lose my spot. I understand it was busy but to allow someone to go in front of me after waiting 6HOUR. When I should have been before her (because first come first served right?) I was looking for a tattoo artist to do an anime sleeve. Which this was the start & was hoping to continue with the entire thing with the same person. This does pertain to your busy as you had no problem screwing someone over who waited around just so I wasn't screwing you guys over."

"BEWARE. DO NOT GO HERE, don’t bring your kids around here. The floors and bathroom look like they’ve never been cleaned. Their dumpster is overflowing with bloody trash. I don’t even want to know how many different peoples blood is on the floor where they tattoo. In addition to the place being dirty, one of their employees made me very uncomfortable while I was there. I brought it to one of the other tattooers attention and he said he would talk to the owner. I don’t think anything came about it because no one has reached back out to me. Which is what lead me to leave this unfortunate review. The stuff I overheard when I getting tattooed was gross and creepy and just flat out inappropriate for a business to condone. Especially in such a family oriented community. I’ve lived in berkley for over 20 years and have seen a lot of come and go with businesses. But NEVER have I witnessed something like this. GO SOMEWHERE CLEAN THAT DOES NOT HIRE AND PROTECT PREDATORS"

"Simply put it, the best shop in the Metro Detroit area. Josh is insanely talented and just an awesome human being to be around especially if you’re looking to do a big project. He takes the time to talk & listen to you to help you bring your idea to life. His line work is next level and the attention to detail is stunning. Alison at the desk is wonderful and so great and efficient at getting back to you in a timely manner and getting you all set up whether it’s for a consultation or setting up your next appointment. The shop is super cool. Clean, comfortable, and a relaxed atmosphere. If you’re looking for the whole package and a great experience, look no further!"

"I went for my first tattoo after finding the shop on Instagram and I had an incredible experience. I was really nervous about making my first appointment but everyone was extremely nice and helpful and I’m absolutely in love with my tattoo. I’ll definitely keep coming here for future tattoos and I recommend them to any of my friends looking to get some ink!"