Hello Tattoo

"Tina and Hello Tattoo are amazing! I have other tattoos from many years ago but this was my first tattoo with color. The detail and art that Tina can create, especially with her floral work is absolutely beautiful. I would not hesitate to use Hello Tattoo again!"

"I have been fascinated with fine line color tattoos for a while now, so when the time came to find a tattoo artist that could bring my ideas to life, I was so happy to find Tina Choi at Hello Tattoo. All of the artists at HT have impressive Instagram portfolios, but when I saw Tina’s work, I knew that I wanted her to work on me. Quick side note on the Hello Tattoo studio … it is super duper cute. Very sweet aesthetic and more importantly, clean and well maintained. My first tattoo with Tina was a butterfly/flower combination. I didn’t feel like I gave her much in the way of direction for what I wanted other than a few scattered elements, but when I arrived at the studio and she showed me her design, I knew right then and there that it was exactly what I wanted. The design was well thought out, and she was very cognizant of stencil placement and adjustments. I had been told that color tattoos tend to hurt more and since I was getting a watercolor style tattoo, I was prepared for the worst. It helps that I have a pretty high pain tolerance, but all in all it hurt less than other tattoos I’ve gotten. And the result was absolutely beautiful. I went back to Tina last week to get a second color tattoo. My request this time was to design music (curved staff and notes), a meaningful lyric, and a multi watercolor cloud, all the while incorporating my existing non-fine line tattoo into the design. As with the first time, the design presentation was very well thought out, and she made additional adjustments while I was at the studio to get it just right. Tina is very careful with placement and reviewing all elements with you prior to committing with ink. This is very reassuring, as I was given many opportunities to confirm the piece. As before, the inking process was tolerable, but Tina is also fast and applies ink skillfully. Fine line color tattoos are difficult to do, and not something that a lot of tattoo artists can do well. It is certainly an investment into one’s well being. With Tina, I feel like every dollar spent was well, well worth it. I’m already thinking about what my next one with her will be. ☺️"

"I truly could not have asked for a better first tattoo experience! Tina was so responsive and accommodating. I’m truly blown away by her talent! Everyone was so nice and welcoming and the ambiance of the parlor was perfect. If you’re thinking about getting a tattoo, please consider Hello Tattoo! You won’t regret it :)"

"Hello Tattoo is one of my favorite tattoo spots in the Bay Area. Tina is amazing and super friendly plus her work is gorgeous. The little surprise machine at the end of your tattoo session is my favorite! The staff is very accommodating and quick to respond to enquiries. This shop has a very home like feel with easy parking, a comfortable waiting room, easy to get to, and a drink surprise (the apple one is my fav) during your session. If you're looking to get something cute and fun and special any of their artists can help you out!"