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Review of Blackbird Ink
Blackbird Ink: A Unique Tattoo Shop and Art Gallery
Blackbird Ink is a tattoo shop and art gallery located in Longmont, Colorado. The shop is owned and operated by women, which is a unique feature in the tattoo industry. The shop has a cool vibe and is very clean and professional. The aesthetics of the shop are unlike any other tattoo parlor you have seen. The walls are not covered in generic flash, but instead, they have a gorgeous taxidermied mountain goat right when you walk in. The shop is very quaint and personal, and the staff is friendly and welcoming.
The shop offers a variety of tattoo styles, and the artists are very talented. Kirsty, Destiny, and Kira are the three artists who work at Blackbird Ink. Kirsty's work puts other tattoos to shame, according to one customer review. Destiny is an amazing artist and person, and she makes customers feel respected, supported, and empowered to make their own decisions. Kira's style is unique and clean, and she takes her time to make sure the tattoo is exactly what the customer wants.
The shop is not only a tattoo shop but also an art gallery. The shop showcases the artists' work, and the art is available for purchase. The shop also hosts events, such as art shows and pop-up shops.
If you are looking for a unique tattoo experience, Blackbird Ink is the place to go. The shop is beautifully clean and sterile, and the artists are fantastic people with dope skills. The shop is highly recommended by its customers, and it is definitely worth checking out.
From the business
"Blackbird Ink is a Woman owned and operated tattoo shop in Longmont Colorado. Just 20 minutes outside of Boulder and 35 minutes from Denver. Here at Blackbird ink our number one goal is to produce great artwork. We do our best to make the tattoo experience for both client and artist."
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- In-store shopping
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Delaney Dreckman
My husband and I both got tattoos from Kristy this past Saturday. She was super easy to communicate with via email (which I appreciate for my work schedule), responded in a timely manner, and was super professional. Her shop is bright & neatly decorated, and super clean. The other tattoo artist that was there was also really happy and polite when we came in. Kristy made us feel comfortable & heard, and the tablet she uses for tattoo design is really cool. She did a great job and we are both super happy!
Marilla Havens
Everyone here is so lovely and welcoming and the shop is an incredibly pleasant place to be. Lora did an awesome job with my tattoo and was happy to do a quick touch up after it healed. I always love supporting women-run businesses and Blackbird is no exception! I will definitely be back for my next piece and have already recommended them to several friends.
A Non
I got a tattoo from Kristy about a month ago and everything went incredibly smoothly. I was drawn to her shop because I really liked that it was owned and operated by a female in an industry that is traditionally male dominated and I'm glad I chose Kristy! I already had a design drawn by someone close to me that I just wanted tattooed, so I can't speak much to her art skills, but by simply looking at her instagram and the drawings around the studio I can tell she has immense talent and would definitely consider getting an original piece from her in the future. The studio was clean, organized, and incredibly welcoming (I especially appreciated being able to pet her dog in the waiting area). Kristy was professional and easy to talk to and able to answer any questions I had. My tattoo has now healed incredibly well and I would definitely recommend this shop to anyone looking for a tattoo.
Afton Marshall
I have had Holly work on my sleeve for well over a year now. She always treats me with the utmost respect and is very professional. I think her work is absolutely wonderful and she really puts all her heart into her work. I have other tattoo work done and she is by far the best artist I have worked with. Her shop is very clean and comfortable and Holly makes sure that you are getting exactly what you want. I would recommend her to anyone who would like to get a tattoo because she has a great artistic ability. I have never had an issue with healing and Holly makes sure it's known that shes always available for questions. Bottom line; if you want a high quality tattoo and a pleasurable environment to get it done in, go to Big Buddha Ink.
Elissa Jane Mastel
Destiny was amazing to work with. Despite crazy scheduling issues with Covid, she made me feel like I was special and created the most BEAUTIFUL tattoo for me. The design has exceeded my expectations and her work is amazing. What an incredible artist! I'm so pleased to adorn her art on my shoulder forever and ever. <3
Trinity Dietz
I was super nervous about getting my first tattoo but everyone at the shop was super caring. You can really tell everyone who works there enjoys what they do and genuinely cares about their customers. Destiny explained everything to me in a easy to understand way and made sure I was comfortable. The shop was very clean and cozy. My only problem is I don’t think I will ever be able to go to another shop because it simply wouldn’t compare. :) Will definitely return!
Andrea Anders
These ladies are IT. Not only are all three of them incredibly professional and kind, they are some of the most talented women I have ever met. I have not had the pleasure of working with Kristy yet, but Destiny has done several pieces for me and Christa was a delight to work with too! They take the time to listen to what you want and make sure to deliver their best. They have shown SO much grace in the chaos that has been COVID, and I know have done their best to keep everyone safe. If you want an artist that cares more about what you put in their wallet than the effort they put into your piece, I'm sure there is a shop up the road for you. If you're looking for QUALITY work, go to Blackbird
Steph Hundley
The woman who owns this amazing little shop is wonderful. She was extremely accommodating, VERY clean and her artwork is incredible. She provided me my wedding “ring” tattoo and I am so happy with it. Thank you so much and I will definitely be back for more!
Be Short
ALL THREE OF THE ARTISTS ARE INCREDIBLE!! They have created a friendly and beautiful environment that avoids how uncomfortable it can be to try to enter some other shops. I have 2 tattoos from Destiny and 2 from Lora, I am getting one from Kirsty in just a few weeks.
It's clean, great work, and welcoming.
Katie Joy Allen
Holly is the best tattoo artist I have been to! She is so artistically attuned and will give you more than you could imagine. I have received so many compliments from strangers around the world about how amazing the colors and line work are on my tattoos done by Holly. Highly highly highly recommend :)