Rite of Passage Tattoo Inc

"Warm and friendly staff! Very refreshing for a tattoo parlor"

"I had a great experience meeting with Joe and discussing the tattoo I wanted after viewing his art and seeing the beautiful work he does. I gave him a printed copy of what I wanted and told him he could put his own spin on it and we discussed some great ideas he had. I scheduled an appointment for over a month away. A little over a week out I had asked to see how the art was shaping up and he said he would work on it the weekend prior to my appointment. This was on a Wednesday and my appointment was Friday of the following week. I didn't hear anything and checked back in on the following Wednesday. He said he'd have the art to me the next day. At 7pm the night before my appointment I again asked about seeing the design as I didn't want to walk into the parlor without knowing what was permanently going on my body. He sent me several other designs from other artists that had nothing to do with the original art I had given him. So I re-sent the image we had discussed. At 8:30 he sent me a half done drawing and I told him to cancel the appointment because I was uncomfortable with what was going on. He said he had personal stuff going on during this, which I completely understand and have empathy for, but the topper for me was he said he'd get back to me to reschedule the next day with some availability and hasn't reached out. This all happened a week ago. So, it's apparent he doesn't want my business for a $500-600 tattoo. I'm not using him or any one from this shop. I have another session booked with an artist at a different shop who literally started drawing my tattoo for me at the consultation. I already know a month out from the date an idea of what this design looks like after Joe told me most clients don't see the art until the day of their appointment, which my other artist has immediately disproved and goes against what was said in other communications. I'm very frustrated with how this went down."

"Great atmosphere, great owners and willing to work w you. ONE artist though, front right window amazing BUT cancelled on me. Told me I was rude and demanded discount. I was asked by the owner to stay and talk to him. But yet I was rude. I would never demand a discount, especially when I work hard! Nonetheless he has skills, but none when it comes to customers-"

"Joe D. gave me the best tattoo and experience!! He was so professional and made the tattoo the way i wanted it. The shop was clean and every one was so friendly and nice! I will definitely be going back!!"

"I have gotten 2 tattoos from here and my spouse has gotten a 3 quarter sleeve. The line work is detailed and crisp and not heavy handed. They draw up beautiful tattoos and helped me finish 2 old ones."