Dark Heart Tattoo

Over the last year i have gotten 2 piercings and one tattoo they all healed up perfectly the people are really nice

Friendly and professionally smooth staff, lots of atmosphere upon walking in the door. Piercing, body jewelry, and tats here. I bought a couple pieces of jewelry and the staff inserted them for me, so gently and carefully. Highly recommend, and I know where to go for future body decorations.

This is the best tattoo shop! If you go- see Kyle! He’s fantastic, welcoming and passionate. I will only get work done by him!

Great place, great people, great vibe, I would probably just wonder in off the street to look at the stuff one day and end up throwing a quarter into the flash machine and coming out with a tattoo. TJ Kruger did my lip piercing and he was very professional, concise and quick.

This was mine and my girlfriend's first time here and we worked with AJ who could not have been nicer, more helpful, or accomodating for us. This was my first tattoo and my girlfriend's eighth and she was super approachable for us both. Explained everything to us equally answered any questions we had. She explained our after care very thoroughly and made sure to let us know if we had issues we could reach out to her with additional questions. Although this was my first, it will not be my last work AJ as my tattoo artist. Pictured: I got a golf tee and girlfriend got edelweiss.

AJ did my tattoo and I loved it. Absolutely beautiful work. I highly recommend to any one looking for some precise lines and just genuinely stunning art. Will for sure be back.

I've had a few rough experiences in a tattoo shop however this was anything but. Everyone in the shop was so nice and I couldn't be happier. Rachel is amazing and so personable and I can honestly say I'll never go to another artist. I got a couple very meaningful tattoos done that I absolutley love. 10/10 will recommend this place to anyone!

My husband and I were in town for the holidays and really wanting tattoos, so we emailed Dark Heart about scheduling availability. Unfortunately, they were booked pretty solid, however Joe informed us he had a cancelation and could accommodate us the following day. We arrived and Joe was a consummate professional and a super talented artist. He first did our matching and simple tattoos my husband and I wanted, and then he did my more intricate nature/tree/tribal half sleeve on my forearm. He took the general images I sent him and created a masterpiece on my arm. Joe is truly an amazing tattoo artist, and I've received nothing but compliments on my sleeve tattoo. We definitely plan on going back to Dark Heart Tattoo for more work in the future.

I went there to have them help me with my nose piercing that was semi closed up and the ring was stuck in my nose. TJ was so friendly and welcoming and had it removed and reinserted in less than 90 seconds. I was so afraid it would be extremely painful since I couldn't get it out myself and he had it fixed and I didn't feel a thing. He also didn't charge me because he said he just wants to make sure people don't hurt themselves trying to fix piercings. 10/10 would recommend and will recommend.

I went to TJ at Dark Heart Tattoo in Rockford, IL. for my nose piercing. The shop was not only clean but everyone there was super welcoming. I recommend you take a look at TJ’s social media, there you will see what a pristine job he does on all of his piercings. He takes great pride in his work and it shows. This is the first piercing that I haven’t had any issues with. He was efficient, clean and made the whole experience enjoyable. I will never get pierced by anyone else! Not to mention all of his jewelry is top notch! Highly recommended! 10/10!

TJ is the absolute best! I took both my daughters to get their ears pierced when they were 6. He did an excellent job and is great with kids. Plus they have a cute photo op area.

Dark Heart has a wonderful atmosphere and the staff is very attentive. Inviting and unique style. I drove 3 hours to be pierced by the mustached legend himself. Tj is truly a professional in the piercing field. Extremely clean, quick, and easy. I was even offered a popsicle afterwards as well as free aftercare solution. 10/10 would let stab again.

I came to Dark Heart to get my nipples pierced. This was my second time getting them done. TJ was incredibly professional and made me feel comfortable through conversation and his comedic sense of humor. About a week or so into having the piercing, I came to conclusion that the bar was too small for my body. TJ allowed me to come back and get an elongated bar free of charge and even swapped them out for me for free. I would recommend dark heart to anyone and everyone.

One of the best shops around. Always super clean and very professional. The owners really do care about there clients and all there workers. I’m always a happy customer when I leave.

Absolutely love Sarah Spread! Stunning work, will never go anywhere else!

I have nothing but great things to say about Dark Heart. Aj did my Wonder Woman tattoo today and not only does she have amazing skills, she has a fabulous personality. Thank you so much!!!😀💞

TJ rocks at piercing, and is really thorough with information on follow-up care. Highly recommend!

If youre looking for a piercing or jewelry this is THE place to be at. Wonderful selection and just a great atmosphere to be a part of.

Walked in for a nose piercing change. Waiting area was awesome. Jewelry selection was better than average. Prices were great!! Waiting time was minimal on a Saturday afternoon. Place was hopping and yet a very comfortable atmosphere. Will investigate artists to get next tat there.:)

I've gone to Dark Heart twice now and had the pleasure of working with Rachel G. on both occasions. She took a small photo I had and "teased out" the intricate detail of the photo and delivered a great looking tattoo. Rachel did a fantastic job each time I was in and I would recommend both Dark Heart itself and Rachel specifically to anyone who is looking to get a tattoo done.