Review of Hydra Electric Tattoo
Hydra Electric Tattoo is a tattoo shop located in Highwood, Illinois. The shop is owned and operated by Sandy Pope, a talented artist with years of experience in the industry. The shop has a great vibe and is decorated with unique and interesting items that make it stand out from other tattoo shops in the area.
Customers have raved about Sandy's work, with many praising her for her attention to detail and ability to create amazing designs. She takes the time to listen to her clients' ideas and works with them to create a tattoo that they will love for years to come. Her line work is especially impressive, with many customers commenting on the fine detail and precision of her tattoos.
Hydra Electric Tattoo takes COVID-19 protocols seriously, ensuring that customers feel safe when entering the building. The shop is clean and well-maintained, with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere that puts customers at ease.
While most customers have had positive experiences at Hydra Electric Tattoo, there have been a few negative reviews. Some customers have complained about Sandy's communication skills, stating that she can be difficult to get in touch with. Others have had issues with scheduling and cancellations. However, these negative reviews are in the minority, and most customers have had great experiences at the shop.
Overall, Hydra Electric Tattoo is a great choice for anyone looking for a high-quality tattoo in the Highwood area. Sandy Pope is a talented artist who takes pride in her work, and the shop has a great atmosphere that makes customers feel comfortable and welcome.
From the business
"We are a small, female owned studio, located inside the Highwood Metra Station, in the heart of Highwood. We specialize in a comfortable and safe tattoo experience, in a warm and friendly setting. However- we offer no piercing services Appointments are required."
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hydra Electric Tattoo Reviews - 39
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Ann Watry
Absolutely love my new tattoos from Sandy. She is an awesome artist...very creative and talented. I can't say enough about how great she is. Would highly recommend your next tattoo be done with Sandy at Hydra Electric Tattoo...it's a very cool little shop in the train station!
Amanda Hirsch
Sandy was amazing. It was my first tattoo and she talked me through the everything. She answered all of my questions and made the atmosphere as comfortable as possible so that I would be at ease. She did fantastic, beautiful work and I would go back again in a heartbeat!
Caitlin Brug
I am beyond impressed with Sandy's work! My boyfriend has gone to her for his sleeve tattoos and more and I was always blown away with how fantastic they looked, so I decided to head to her for my most recent tattoo. The tattoo shop is unique, as it is located in a train station.There is a myriad of artwork, posters and collectibles on the walls giving the whole place a quirky, nostalgic vibe, while making me right at home. The atmosphere is tranquil, making it easy to relax during a painful tattoo. Sandy is great; super friendly and made sure I loved every aspect of my tattoo before we got started. I had emailed her a picture earlier to give her a general idea of what I wanted and she took it and ran with it, creating a breathtakingly beautiful design. She ensured that I was comfortable while she was tattooing me and I am definitely satisfied with the final result. I've seen more of her other work and she is just as fabulous and skilled at black/line tattoos as she is with color. I am certainly going to Sandy for future tattoos and would 100% recommend her to anyone.
Kurt Schuett
First of all, I have been tattooed a lot over the past 10 years, and the only artist I have used since returning back to the Chicago area is Sandy Pope.
All of Sandy's pieces are stunning, which is so highly important since tattoos are not only an extension of one's self but are a major monetary investment for the client too. Consequently, Sandy's prices are fair. Good art is not cheap, but any tattoo investment with Sandy will be entirely worth your money. I cannot even begin to count how many compliments I receive on my sleeve on a daily basis because the work is just that exceptional.
Not only is Sandy the epitome of everything a client looks for when establishing a professional working relationship with a tattoo artist, but she is a true Renaissance woman, inside and out. From her eclectic collection of music and art to her extensive book and video library, clients enjoy stimulating conversation with both Sandy and Hydra's owner, Joel Morgan (who is an amazing tattoo artist and musician), each and every appointment.
Aside from Sandy's professional expertise, her kindness, empathy, and charity for her fellow man knows no bounds. Her thoughtfulness is unmatched; sharing copies of her favorite movies or bringing me a book she knows I'll love is common practice for Sandy Pope. The entire experience of getting tattooed by Sandy at Hydra Electric Tattoo is truly dynamic; tattooing brought us together, but now and even more importantly, I consider Sandy a really good friend.
Life is short, so carpe diem and seize the day; do yourself a favor and book an appointment with Sandy Pope today.
Shannon Balmes
Sandy Pope is an amazing artist. Every time I go to see her I am truly happy with ever piece artwork she has tattooed on me! Sandy is so talented and never disappoints!!!!!
Katrina Hanna
The shop is decorated in a very visually pleasing, eclectic way. The tattoo area is extremely clean and sanitary. Sandy did my tattoo, and I am extremely happy with the result. Her line work is excellent, and the value for the price charged can't be beat. I will definitely be returning.
Andrew Dobies
It's a charming place with a lot of great art and a comfortable atmosphere. You know you've found something wonderful hidden in a quirky space as soon as the hustle of the train station disappears behind the closed door. I have three wonderful pieces from Sandy and was thrilled to follow her here. Every tattoo has been a singularly pleasant experience and I'm already planning another reason to stop in!
Cynthia Mason
My husband and I found Sandy Pope a couple of years ago. Her work is fantastic and her line work phenomenal. I had a big piece since on my leg last year and can't wait to do my other one in about a month with her. I wouldn't let anyone else tatto me.
Calvin Bradley
I have been going to Polly for the last 6 months for all of my tattoos. She is the most talented artists I have had the pleasure to work with. I have been tattooed all over this country, and Hydra Electric is hands down the best shop on the planet! You will always get great work done with a friendly smile!
Ama Levitt (Miss Aura)
Joel was my piercer today and he was AWESOME. He was thorough in explaining everything and as gentle as he could be. I got a cartilage piercing in my right ear and it was over very quickly. Everything was clean and smelled good. The flash on the walls is beautiful. I'm looking forward to coming back to get some ink!