Black Swan Tattoo

I’ve gone to Kris for 3 years now. There’s a reason I keep going back. Kris is extremely talented, kind, & professional. He’s amazing at fine lines, black ink, and color too. I’ll keep going to him until either he retires or I decide I’m done, whichever comes first. 😂 Also, every friend I’ve recommended him to also love the ink he did for them.

Although I’ve only had pieces done by Kris, I’ve seen the other artists’ works; everyone is very skilled and professional.

Kori’s done two ear piercings for me (helix & forward helix); both have been awesome. She’s done a conch piercing for one friend and a nose piercing for another. All have turned out really well. She’s who I’ll go back to if I want more.

Very pleased with my experience with Cori! I was nervous and she was kind, understanding, professional and went over everything I needed to know which was calming. and I was also impressed with how the inside looked cool and clean. Highly recommend.

I attended the Lexington Pitt Crew fundraiser yesterday and the staff was amazing here at Black Swann Tattoo! It was my first tattoo experience and felt very welcomed and knowledgeable about caring for my new tattoo!

Hands down the best tattooing experience that you can have in Lakeland. I’ve had the pleasure of being tattooed by both Cory Craft and Phil Snyder several times and there’s no one else that I trust more to bring alive the tattoos I incision. The shop itself is extremely well kept and maintained, there’s plenty of area for customers to relax and lounge while they wait for their appointment and the overall experience is top notch. All of the artists at Black Swan are excellent at their craft, and they can all tattoo a multitude of tattoo styles that will fit your needs.

Really can’t recommend this place enough.

The research proved true, this is the place to go. All of the staff there, particularly my artist Mike, were welcoming, courteous, and forthcoming about my very first tattoo and the process and price. The professionalism also demonstrated had me feeling comfortable and sure the entire time. I'm absolutely returning to this place for any future tattoos!

I had a appointment there on a Saturday. Had previously emailed and spoke with the artist about a price range and what I wanted. Just adding onto a tattoo I already had and some color to it. He only sat up for black and gray and I did not address as I had already changed my mind before the appointment even though he didn't not ask me about this that day. He drew the deigns on,I agreed to it and he started working. I was and am happy with the tattoo design.
The reason I am leaving only one star and will never go back or recommend this artist or shop is because the artist Kris has a large swastka on his forearm. I did not notice this until my tattoo was almost finished. I felt very uncomfortable after noticing this. I also feel he over charged for the tattoo. He added the clouds and rain and charged me $250. I did not question it due to the uncomfortableness from his tattoo,the shock of the price and just overall anxiety and of that moment. I am mad at myself for not addressing the issue in the moment but I can not change that now. He came highly recommended from a friend who was very upset when I informed her if this. She was shocked and never angry also. I felt I just share story as I know others would not be okay with supporting someone like that.

I've had work done by both Cory and Phil and every time has been a pleasant experience! I also got my nose pierced here, which was a quick and seamless process. Everyone at the shop seems nice and the shop itself provides a nice, comfortable environment. Would definitely recommend.

My family and I have been coming to Black Swan for years now. I've had a total of 7 different piercings, and watched my mother and siblings all get holes poked in their ears and nose. Every single time the procedure was explained very clearly and detailed. Between each piercing the room, chair and tools all cleaned, sanitized and changed. There is no one else we trust to be so thorough, precious and accomplished in their profession. Kori is beyond excellent in her career. Not only are we addicted to piercings, but also to Kori. Kori not only has my recommendation, but the recommendation of countless others.

Jorge did an awesome job on my tattoo, the rest of the staff was really cool and overall great atmosphere. I have multiple family members who go here as well and everything always comes out amazing. Highly reccomend!

I absolutely could not be more pleased with this tattoo shop. I've had five experiences over the course of a year and they have all been fantastic and I refuse to go anywhere else other than Black Swan.
Jake has done an amazing job with my belly button piercing, my industrial, and my nipple piercings. He was very professional when he was piercing my nipples. He is very confident in what he does and very, VERY clean. I think that's so important for a piercer.
Phil did my first tattoo and I felt like he was patient when I was panicking about it. He is very fast at it (but definitely not lacking in skill). It was over before I knew it and I love my tattoo.
Today I had Cory for my second tattoo, and while it took longer than the first, it still wasn't as long as he estimated and it turned out fantastic. I love all of my tattoos so far and can't wait to go back for more!
All of their tattoo artists are professional and make you feel at ease. I would absolutely recommend Black Swan to anyone looking for a great quality tattoo.