Brass & Briar Studios

I got a GORGEOUS tattoo from Kara and it was such an amazing experience! She was sooo nice and accommodating--I felt very comfortable and safe the entire time I was there (: there were waters and snacks available if I needed anything and I even got some free stickers when the appointment was over (that's a big deal if you appreciate a good quality sticker like me). I would absolutely go back!!

TLDR: This is the best tattoo shop ever and Rebeka is an absolute master of her craft.

I sent an email to Brass & Briar to ask if they would be able to perform a tattoo with very short notice because I'm moving out of state soon. To my surprise, they were able to accommodate my request, and we got an appointment scheduled for just a week out from my original email!

I expected an ordinary tattoo experience, but what I got was anything but. The entire place is decorated beautifully, full of beautiful artwork created by the resident tattoo artists. Rebeka's (the owner's) room in particular was full of hundreds of original designs she had created plastered around the walls; I knew immediately after seeing the room that I was in good hands.

I was a bit nervous going in, but immediately felt comfortable after seeing the beautiful space and talking to some of the employees. Everyone was so incredibly kind and welcoming! You can really tell there is not one ounce of toxicity in that workplace. Everyone respects each other very much.

I had made the appointment to get a tattoo of a sword and some flowers on my forearm. I floated the idea of expanding the tattoo to 3 separate swords, but since my appointment was such short notice, I was warned that my artist Rebeka didn't have the time to do the expanded idea. No problem at all: I was grateful just to have the appointment.

Fast forward a bit: Rebeka was super fun and interesting to talk to during the tattoo. She accommodated all of my requests flawlessly, creating a beautifully intricate design that was beyond what I had even dreamed of. By the end of that first sword, I was beyond ecstatic for my new piece!

That's when things got crazy: Rebeka had a cancellation, so she decided she'd be happy to implement my expanded idea! She took about 30 minutes and drew up two absolutely beautiful designs of the other swords I wanted surrounded by different flowers. It then only took her about an hour to tattoo each sword, and each one was absolutely stunning.

If that wasn't crazy enough, Rebeka also gave my sister a completely original tattoo on a whim with her extra time. She only took about 20-30 minutes to draw up a beautiful arrangement of poppies and black eyed susans and also only took about an hour to finish the tattoo. From the finished product alone, I wouldn't be surprised if that tattoo had taken triple the time.

Besides the amazingness of the tattoos, Rebeka was extremely fun and interesting to talk to. My sister and I both felt like we learned a lot just from sitting and talking with her over the course of that day. Some people just spread the light to whoever they interact with, and Rebeka is definitely one of those types of people.

Thank you so much to Rebeka and the rest of the Brass & Briar crew! I already booked my next appointment and am planning to inquire about perhaps booking with some of the other artists there in the future as well. If you can get an appointment, book it ASAP!!! I promise you won't be disappointed.

This was my second tattoo appointment with Kara and I am extremely pleased with the experience. She is revamping some existing work from another artist at a different studio that I was unhappy with. After one appointment I can already say I am in love with the tattoo and am looking forward to adding more to it! She also did a pet portrait tattoo that healed very well and I can’t help but smile every time I look at. The studio is clean and has a friendly environment. As someone who gets anxious easily I found the atmosphere relaxing and inviting. I highly recommend Brass & Briar and especially Kara!

The shop was incredibly welcoming- the people were so warm and kind. Becky designed me an amazing custom piece. Her space was super comfortable, and so was she! She communicated with loads of respect and care. I felt like I was in such good hands start to finish. Not to mention just how well the tattoo turned out. I love Becky’s style and technique. I will absolutely be coming back for another tattoo!!

This is my second time at Brass & Briar and I cannot recommend it enough. The entire staff is warm, welcoming, and together they foster an incredibly collaborative atmosphere.

Both my tattoos were done by Kara and are beyond what I could have imagined. She’s patient, incredibly knowledgeable, and her “bedside manner” is calming and reassuring. Her talent speaks for itself, but I’ll also say it here: she’s incredible.

I can’t imagine going anywhere else for any future work- being at Brass & Briar is always a pleasure.

I can’t say enough good things about Brass & Briar and my artist Kara! I am currently working on a sleeve. To start I had the most thorough consultation I have ever had and I have a decent amount of tattoos. Kara is patient, talented, caring, and just a lovely human in general. The shop is gorgeous-they also provide snacks and water. There is always parking around the shop not to worry! A great experience from start to finish.

About a week ago I had an appointment with Rebeka and it was a total blast! I can't recommend her enough.

She is incredibly efficient, kind, and accommodating. She got me in and out of the shop in record time. I really appreciated being able to chat through most of my tattoo. Focusing my attention on our conversation also made it seem like time was flying by. There was a whole lot of extra considerations around the shop like extra comfy seating, extra room to bring a friend for company, and snacks.

The overall feel of the shop was very inviting, and all of the workers I met that day were very warm and kind. I'm very much so looking forward to coming back for another tattoo with Rebeka on my next trip to Portland. I give Rebeka and Brass & Briar 100 out of 10. I couldn't recommend this shop enough.

This is my second visit to Brass & Briar, and it certainly won’t be my last. Just a wonderful, welcoming atmosphere with none of the “bro” culture than can dominate other shops. Rebeka was my artist for this visit and I instantly understood why she’s one of the most sought after artists in Portland. Great attitude, easy to talk to, and super talented. Already planning for my next tattoo with Rebeka; thanks again!

Ethan and his team at Brass and Briar are always so wonderful. From the moment I walked into Brass and Briar, everyone was welcoming and kind. The studio is very clean, public restrooms are clean and even Ethan’s room was very clean. You can tell this studio takes cleanliness seriously, which is great considering it’s a tattoo place. Ethan has great communication while we talked through what exactly I wanted for my tattoo. Throughout the process, he kept conversations going with ease. This is definitely not a tattoo place where you feel uncomfortable or have to put on a tough front. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and I will continue to get work done at Brad’s and Briar and with Ethan!

Always great artwork and a great experience. I’ve been getting tattooed all over the country for almost 30 years, Rebeka is the most talented artist that I’ve had the pleasure of drawing on me. Her attention to detail and fine line work are unmatched by anyone I’ve came across. I currently have 4 pieces from her and she free handed 2 of them! I have not met another artist I would trust to do that. Well worth the wait and 2 hour drive.