First Light Tattoo & Gallery

I went to Alec for my first tattoo and I’m so glad I did! He was so professional, friendly, and talented. Alec was able to take my idea of using florals from my wedding bouquet and turn it into a beautiful piece that I will forever cherish. I have gotten a ton of compliments, I highly recommend!

Alec did a amazing job on my tattoo…very clean studio and he was super cool to work with. The detail on my tattoo is amazing!

Alec is currently working on my back and I couldn’t be happier with how it is turning out. He does an amazing job and would absolutely recommend him to anyone.

Alec is so awesome to work with!!! Truly listens to what you want-gives suggestions if you want them-and is AMAZING with communication. Always reminding you of your appointment date coming up etc etc. I CANNOT wait to get back to his shop!!!!!

Alec at First Light Tattoo was awesome to work with and my side/ribs tattoo turned out great! I am already working with him on my next tattoo…a full arm sleeve! I am stoked to see it finished!

You know how you find that perfect artist you click with, is talented, professional, has a cool shop and you tell all your friends about them? I've been going to Alec since my very first tattoo nearly 11 years ago, and he made such an impression, he's been "MY" artist ever since. Not only is he an incredibly talented artist, he is professional, welcoming, and he took the time to make sure I was comfortable throughout our sessions. I now have 5 pieces done by him(with more in the pipeline), and they look great! I am such a fan of his artwork, I even had him create a giant canvas of my 4 dogs! His portraits are amazing!! I recommend Alec to everyone and anyone looking to add top quality art to their body.

Super professional, clean and safe. I’ve spent hours getting tattooed by Alec and I love all of the tattoos that he has done for me. Definitely the first place I send all referrals. Portraits, animals, insects, you name it and he can do it. He also double checks his spelling.

Hands down best tattoo shop in Dubuque! Alec is one of the best I know. From start to finish of the whole process it was fantastic!!! Highly recommend him and his skills to anyone looking for high quality tattoo skills!! Fast, clean, rates are great, finished product was awesome!!! Dudes a rockstar at his craft in my book!!! Can’t wait for my next piece from him.

Always done the best and amazing job at any tattoo idea I have brought to him! Professional, clean and amazing place!

First let me start by saying , this was an amazing experience! Not only was Alec very friendly but he made it the most comfortable he could . Alec is very personal-able , so it was very easy to talk to him while I was getting my tattoo. Setting up the appointment was great . We communicated thru his Facebook and Instagram page for the shop when it came to ideas and what it was that I wanted . He then started sending me what his ideas were when he stared to draw them up . He was very transparent and made it easy for me to tell him what I did and did not like . When it came to after care he was on it ! Using his in house Lamp Oil and after care direction he sent me home with we’re great ! I still use the Lamp oil for my hands, it’s one of my favorites! Last but not least check out the merchandise, quality material and still going strong . I rock my FLTG shirt always!

Have gotten a couple of peices done by Alec, absolutely love his work. Great guy, very easy to work with, the shop is always clean and fun. Highly recommend going to First Light. I am definitely a repeat customer.

Very professional and clean. The work is wonderful!

I have had dozens of tattoos done by Alec at first light tattoo. He has always provided professional service in a clean, friendly environment. Not being an artist myself he has always been able to turn my simple ideas into amazing works of art that I am proud to display permanently on my body. Every time I leave I can’t wait to go back.

First light has given me some great artwork from a professional tattoo artist. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. I highly recommend them.

I was given Alec’s name from a friend of mine. I wanted a piece to cover up a previous really ugly tattoo I had. I gave him just a few ideas I liked and told him to run with it and it was everything I wanted and more. You can tell this is his passion and can see it by the detail he puts into his art work and to making it permanent on your body. Highly recommend!

The shop is so clean and comfortable, with an amazing artist behind it all. I’d recommend anyone to Alec due to his experience and professionalism.

Listens to what you want then makes it 10X’s better with his artistic ability and skill.

Alec is the best around.

I've been going to Alec for 13 years! First light tattoo and gallery is a great place. Great artist and good conversations. Very clean and comfortable.

I love everything about my tattoo! Alec really took his time designing and making my simple idea into something colorful and fun!!! 100% will be back for more tattoos!