One Life Tattoo Studio

I had Branden do a large mandala on my right upper arm around 3 years ago, I was anxious because I knew I would be sitting for longer than an hour and honestly what do you talk to another person about for that long that you don’t know. Branden made this whole process so smooth and basically as painless as it could be.. what started out as a 2 hour block turned into 4, and we didn’t stop talking the whole time, plus needless to say I get compliments still all the time on my tattoo. This is why Branden is the best tattoo shop in Brainerd, it’s not just about how many tattoos that he can shove into a day it’s about the art and the experience for the person.

I've gotten tattoos from both Arnie and Brandon, and they're both super cool guys and do an awesome job.

I am truly heartbroken and disappointed with my overall experience with Branden. I put my trust, faith and hard earned money into having a sleeve tattooed only to be left with a mess to figure out. My sleeve is poorly done with sloppy shading, color not followed through throughout the sleeve and no work done on cover up area. Branden holds himself at a high standard when it comes to his expertise. However, after 10 or more 2 hour sessions I am left with a poorly done tattoo sleeve. I provided Branden with many pictures and ideas for sleeve which he did not follow at all. Branden did not follow through on providing intricate work for the amount of money he charges hourly. Often he would only actually tattoo for a little over an hour yet charging for two hours. He would continue to leave areas unfinished which would require another session. It is neverending. I feel that Branden took advantage of me, stretched process out so he could make more money. I sold many things to afford this venture and all I have to show for it is a sleeve that is poorly done, not completed and am embarrassed to show anyone. When I approached Branden about my concerns- they were met with unprofessional behavior/remarks.
I would not recommend having Branden work on you unless you are rich and don't mind blowing a lot of money for work that is mediocre at most. This has been an awful experience and am amazed that he stays in business treating customers in this manner. Also, I have written reviews previously but they seem to disappear somehow? BEWARE
This is the results I am stuck with after 10+ 2 hour sessions

Arnie is always willing to help! so in love with my tattoos!
one life has high standards in the art of tattooing and their belief of what tattoos should be and how they should be done. this makes me have peace of mind and i trust them and what they do. they're truly the best.

I went in to get a personalized idea of what I want to have done. They told me to go online to get an idea... What?? Seriously? And after 6 months of this review being posted... they rewrote my review to make it different from what I feel... thanks Google for being honest

I had the most amazing experience here today! Earlier today I messaged them on Facebook asking when their soonest appointment would be for a memorial tattoo of my cat who my partner and I had to recently put down. It was a small piece but means so much to me! He texted me back saying I could come in today at 5:30! He stayed later than his scheduled appointments to do this beautiful thing for me. He captured it absolutely perfectly and he was so awesome! We talked a lot about me and my partner pets and about his past pitbull and just a bit of random stuff! It was so fun! His shop is so beautiful and has so much fun stuff to look at! I highly highly recommend one life! Beautiful work and amazing owner/staff! Thank you again so much Branden! His little nose print will be with me forever now!

Branden is absolutely amazing! Words can not describe how happy I am with his work. He is a dedicated and caring person. I highly recommend him to anyone! I would not even waste your time reading any negative reviews on here, an individual must not be right in the head to say his work isn’t amazing! Thanks Branden, you’re awesome!

Every time you walk through the door at one life tattoo you are always treated like family. I specifically have gotten almost all my tattoos from Brandon, he not only is a great artist but he takes the time to get to know all of his customers on a personal level so you always feel at ease. He really is a great person. I tell him what I’m looking for in a tattoo and let him take control and work his magic. This is the kind of trust that is a must when you are in this industry. Thanks Brandon for allowing me to have the best art displayed on my body. One life rocks. 😍

I have been going to One life for seven years and I have so many tattoos by Branden and they are all amazing. I know so many people friends and family and they all love his work because he does such an amazing job. He is very good at what he does. He is a great tattoo artist with all the different styles he can do and his detail is amazing. He is such a fun guy to just hang out and get a tattoo done by. He is very cleanly and he is very well educated in his line of work. I feel very well taken care of when I go there and that’s why I choose to go no where else and I always recommend my friends and other people I know to go here.

GREAT place to get a tattoo!! Wonderful atmosphere! Branden really knows his stuff and is exceptionally kind. I have very sensitive skin and One Life uses a lot of natural and organic items from the soap they use to the aftercare. I have gotten 3 different tattoos here and have loved every single one. I leave thoroughly impressed each time. Highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking to get a tattoo in the area.