Black Hatchet Tattoo Co.

Went to Ricky to get my upper arm done and had an amazing experience! Not only did I leave with an amazing piece of art on my arm but Ricky and his staff were awesome. During my tattoo I was able to watch a great choice of movies and felt very at ease and comfortable (besides the feeling of being stabbed for 4+hours) Definitely looking forward to booking my next appointment and being stabbed again. Thank you!!

From the moment you walk in the shop there is nothing but good vibes and energy. The shop is beautiful and the people are amazing. Ricky has done one of my favorite tattoos and I can’t wait to continue my sleeve with him. I highly recommend this shop for anyone that wants good quality work and a fun comfortable environment. It is worth every penny. Don’t go cheap with something as permanent as a tattoo. Save your money and do it right the first time. Go to Black Hatchet Tattoo. I promise you won’t be disappointed.

I love this place and recommend it to everyone anytime tattoos come up in conversation. Right before COVID hit I got a traditional plague doctor mask on my leg by Eric Hesseltine (@hesselkong) and it looks amazing. Then in October ‘20 we started a Japanese piece on my chest that I gave him free range to use his artistic abilities and do his own thing. (The only parts that were stenciled are the mask on the chest, the daruma doll in the armpit and the face of the samurai on my arm. Everything surrounding that is freehand.) About 25hrs of time under the needle later we have finished the chest, a portion of my ribs, full armpit and the lines on my upper arm. I cannot wait to finish this project.
Not to mention the shop itself is extremely clean, they have a bunch of books with everyone’s portfolios upstairs, flash books, TV’s everywhere and as many jolly ranchers as you want, and everyone there is very nice. I do quite a bit of research on shops and artists before I get work done and I’ll save you the trouble, just book an appointment. The only artist I’ve gotten work from is Eric, but I wouldn’t hesitate to get a piece from anybody at this shop. They have someone at this shop for everybody’s tattoo needs whether it’s traditional, Japanese, realism, the cartoon color style, coverups… everything. Check their Instagram/online portfolio’s, the pictures speak for themselves.

I had my first tattoo done by Dave in the past month. Both sessions ran about 6-7 hours but he made it feel like nothing. Great attitude and environment to be in. The guy is an artist and it shows. He is the first and only artist I will see for work and I can't say enough about how great of an experience it was and how amazing the tattoo came out. Worth every penny and every hour spent there. Gina was absolutely amazing as well, from the moment she answered the phone she gave off such a great vibe that carried over to every phone call and email exchanged.

Ela (Mariela) was great - easy booking process and lashes. I booked a custom set because I wanted them to look natural, but she recommended a hybrid set because it would be more "durable." She didn't overdo my lashes and they still looked natural when she was done. Ela seemed knowledgeable about lash application and care, and I picked up a care kit (lash shampoo, brush, fan) from her. A week in, and I've shed a few lashes, but they still look nice.

I had been getting my eyelash extensions done with another lash tech in the New Haven area for quite some time. Due to her maternity leave, I needed to find a new lash tech. Five months later, not only am I still consistently going to Ela for my eyelash extensions, the lash tech that used to do my lashes is now going to her too!
Mariela provides exceptional service and is unbelievably knowledgeable, talented, and accommodating! Her level of professionalism continuously impresses me. My appointment always starts on time, and my lashes are never anything less than fabulous.
One of my favorite things about Ela is her honesty and dedication to her craft. Like any of the talented tattoo artists at Black Hatchet, Ela will always explain to you in-depth why something may or may not be a good idea. She is the licensed and certified professional after all. Ela genuinely has your best interest in mind, and providing you with an outcome you will love is of utmost importance to her. I recommend Ela to anyone looking for eyelash extensions and other cosmetic services!
The front-of-the-house staff, Sam, is probably one of the friendliest and most welcoming individuals I've ever interacted with. Black Hatchet is undoubtedly a top-notch shop that provides the best possible experience out there – all the way around!

I never been in a more welcoming tattoo shop! Calling and walking into the shop the ladies up front were so nice and professional. Dave was amazing to work with, his honesty & humor instantly made me feel like I’ve known him for years. These people are true artists in every form! There is something about their energy that makes you feel a part of their tattoo family and if you don’t feel that, there’s something wrong with you. I recommend anyone I know, it’s worth the money to get it done right the first time around. You guys are all amazing, and I am forever in love with my tattoo masterpiece.

Ray is awesome, his work is outstanding and the price is good! My daughter and I won't go anywhere else!!! The staff is great, it's in a good location and my tattoos are 🔥!!! I can't say enough positive about Black Hatchet!

I have been getting my lashes and brows done by Ela for a few months now and I can't say enough good things about her and her work! Every set of lashes she gave me have been gorgeous, and she found the perfect balance of glam and fullness that suited my style without being overbearing.

Also, after having had my brows microbladed 5 years ago at a different place, I decided to try it here since they were almost completely faded out. Ultimately we opted for a powder brow and I could not be happier with the end result! My brows have always been sparse and slightly uneven, but Ela found the perfect color match and gave them a more defined and balanced look that now takes 0 effort on my part for them to be perfect every day.

I'll be recommending Ela to anyone I know who is looking for lashes, brows, or other related cosmetic services. She explains the process thoroughly, is happy to answer questions, and makes sure aftercare instructions are clear so you get the best "life" out of your lash extensions and tattoo brows. Overall, the shop is always clean, the other staff members I've talked to have always been friendly and welcoming, and all of my visits have been great experiences so far! I'll definitely be back for more lash work in the future and also won't hesitate to book one of their tattoo artists once I finally decide what I want next!

I had an awesome experience starting my leg sleeve over at Black Hatchet Tattoo. Setting up an appointment was easy and welcoming. Before starting this big project I did a lot of research on who and where I wanted to go to. I had specific ideas and wanted an artists input on how to put my ideas together in a way that would compliment one another. Ricky put together the first session’s design and it was exactly what I had envisioned, but better. I was amazed to say the least! Very professional and super clean as well. I can’t wait to be back!!