Hand And Eye Tattoo

"Dave Nielsen, Hand and Eye Tattoo owner, is a true professional - talented, welcoming, and so, so clean! He did fantastic line work on my script tattoo. His shop isn't dark and demonic like others I've seen - bright, comfy, and inspirational. I love my new tattoo, will visit again, and highly recommend! Edit: I've been back two more times in the past year and a half, and I'm as thrilled as before! Dave is a great person and artist, an excellent representation of local Madison art and business."

"I started a project right after my father passed away five years ago. Dave has helped create a wonderful tribute to my family, my passions, my humor and my quirks. Through Dave’s kindness, artistry and talent, I have become who I have always wanted to be. The experience of ink goes way beyond getting a cool looking tattoo, although Dave has given me 40 of thosee. I truly love getting the time to come in and share with Dave. Always an uplifting experience. 40 tattoos done and 10 to go."

"Dave offered a very professionally kept and clean space where he operates as the sole artist within his shop - He ensures a clear yet noninvasive line of communication has been had about health and safety prior to creating his art, and takes plenty of time with the clients to be sure he's got their ideal vision down. Although I cannot say he does this EVERY TIME, I know that often he schedules a single client within a single day and no more to ensure that there is plenty of space for discussion, drawing, and the creation itself. Once all is said and done, Dave will go over basic healing expectations that other shops may not (such as over-hydrating and Adhesive Allergies!) If you consent to it and send a photo in later he is always proud to show his work, and see it's final (healed) product... The check in for how things are healing is my favorite, you can tell this is a space looking to progress, learn, and inspire. I watched Dave of Hand Eye Tattoo navigate through the pandemic and come out the other head with healthy and protected clients, his shop and expertise quickly became a novelty go-to suggestion I provide to the Wisconsin Traveler. *I would like to edit and add that the original Colored Pencil drawing was a draft from my childhood, I then brought it to Dave and asked he reworked it with me to fit the vision in my head... The black and white is his creation, and the full color is pictured on my skin. I'm so proud of how this turned out! Even after healing, it's set exactly how he said it would set, and he absolutely mentioned scenarios that may require a revisit or touchup in the future. A 10/10 experience."

"Dave was great to work with! I LOVE my Tattoo from him and his artwork was exactly what I had wanted. He made you feel so comfortable the time just flew by. Highly recommend!"

"Son who is 17 scheduled and appointment. I got there before he did and told the guy o was meeting my Son there, he rudely exclaimed “ he can’t have any visitors,” I said “well I’m his Mother and he’s 17.” He said “Well he can’t get a Tattoo!” I said “well what about his $100 deposit.” He said “I can’t give a refund.” I feel as though he should have asked my Son prior to scheduling his age and he should’ve went over the fact that he couldn’t get a tattoo because of his age even if he has his parents consent. This guy basically robbed my Son. I guess he needed it bad."