East Main Ink

My best friend and I came in for matching tattoos during walk in hours. We were very unhappy with our artist Brandon,(didn't know his name until I found him on Instagram because he did not introduce himself) we asked for a small piece on our hands. After ignoring what we had asked for, he drew up a sketch that would have taken up our whole forearm. We asked the price and he said $200. When we told him that we were quoted $100 over the phone he freaked out and started yelling. I've never been called "dude", and "bro" so much in my entire life. Finally I suggested typewriter font, and he agreed. After 10 mins of actual tattooing (we were there for about 3 hours) our tattoos came out, blown out. His bedside manor was horrendous. He was extremely rude and caty. The end result was a waste of $200 and most of our day. $100 for 10 mins of tattooing and blown out lines . We should have walked out in the beginning. I've done better tattooing on myself. very horrible experience.

I’ve always known that if I ever got a tattoo, I would want it to be something meaningful and have to be perfect. I’ve been in love with Montana since I first visited in 2017, and I knew I wanted a tattoo that reflected that. I did my research and found East Main Ink and knew that during my next trip to Montana I would be getting a tattoo (or 2). My tattoos by Baker were nothing short of flawless. I have been following East Main Ink for a couple years now, specifically Baker (aka @ijustwantsomethingsmall). I’ve seen the work he does, and knew I could trust him to tattoo me with something so important to me. I was a walk in, and I can understand how the workers may feel rushed when taking walk ins (especially seeing how popular East Main Ink is). Baker took his time while creating the designs, made sure I got exactly what I wanted, and even complimented me on how great I did while tattooing 2 very painful areas (ribs and inside of foot). They are for sure the cleanest tattoos I’ve ever seen. I am so so happy with how they turned out, and will always make it a point to visit while in Montana. I highly recommend anyone, whether it be a first tattoo or 100th, to visit East Main Ink and get with Baker.

As for the shop, East Main Ink gave off a great vibe all around. The place was clean, organized, and everyone seemed super chill and kind! Also, great taste in music if I may add lol. Thank you Baker and everyone at East Main Ink!! 🤍 Pictures attached, coordinates not yet healed and script not yet healed. Redness is from adhesive.

I debated writing a review of this shop for a while because I wanted to look past their mistakes, but my disappointment has overcome me. After months of planning, I picked East Main Ink because of their generally good reviews. I scheduled my session with Dale. The day of my appointment I arrived on-time to find the doors locked and the lights off. I messaged Dale and waited for a half hour. No sign of anyone at the shop. I left, only to receive a message later that he had been delayed and was on his way. Luckily, I was free for a few hours and able to return to the shop, despite being frustrated by the lack of punctuality and consideration. Dale's drawing was a little less than true to the references I had sent him. I didn't realize until after he had done the tattoo. Following our appointment, I adhered to all of the aftercare guidelines, but within a few days, the tattoo was inflamed and seeping pus. I returned to the shop and explained that I have had multiple tattoos, none of which looked like this while healing. Dale completely dismissed my concern, condescendingly implying that I had no idea what I was talking about. Two days later I found myself in the doctors office with a confirmed infection and script for antibiotics. The parts of the tattoo that were infected are now faded and blown out. The tattoo isn't straight. Parts that were integral to its meaning are incorrect. I have home tattoos that turned out better than this.

I am horrified by the brazen disregard for the experiences of their clients, the lack of cleanliness which resulted in infection, the absence of punctuality, and refusal to accept responsibility for their mistakes.

Baker was amazing he did myself and two friends from out of state , we are so happy I live here and will be seeing him again soon " Highly Recommend" clean , friendly The whole package !!

Great things to say all around; the shop is clean, friendly, and professional. I've had three tattoos done by @bakerbakerbakerr, and each one is great. Going on almost two years for the first one and I regularly get people asking me if it's brand new, the lines are still so clean. I'd recommend this place to anyone, from first-timers to hardcore aficionados (and everyone in between, like myself).

Make the right decision… GO HERE!!!
Not only was everyone super cool and nice, my piercing healed well and my cousins hand tattoo was so gorgeous!

Stoked for my new tattoo. Brendan was patient and gave good advice when I brought in a few design ideas, and I love what I have on my arm! The shop was clean and comfortable for my ~2 hour session. I can’t wait for my next one…or three.

I was in the shop the other day for an appt with Dale. Now I’ve heard about his amazing skills from a few friends of mine, but honestly I picked him just because he’s so darn cute!!!!!!!! I mean that beard alone is something dreams are made of.. Anyways, luckily for me Dale isn’t only an amazing piece of eye candy, he’s also an amazing tattoo artists!! He wasn’t even weirded out when I asked for a rather scandalous piece near my nether region (which turned out absolutely perfect btw). I highly recommend Dale for any and all of your tattooing needs!!

They barely payed attention to me when I went to check on a tattoo idea and an appointment, just answered to my questions with the intention to get rid of them with not interest at all.

Just amazing people that work here. Considerate and down-to-Earth. I had issues with my nose piercing yesterday and I went in only to find out they didn't offer piercing services anymore. Either way, they took care of me, helped me out and didn't charge a cent. I am so so grateful for their kindness. Definitely recommend. One of the better spots in Bozeman.