Madame Lazonga Tattoo

I discovered Vyvyn's art in a book about 20 years ago when I still lived in France. Her colorful pieces made a strong impression on me and she became one of my favorite tattoo artists. When I moved to Seattle several years ago, I immediately checked her beautiful shop at the Pike Place market. I wanted a large piece from her so I decided to wait until I could fully commit to the process. In 2017, I made a first appointment for a consultation. I was intimidated to meet the tattoo legend in the flesh but she was very kind and humble. She patiently listened to me, looked at the images I had printed for inspiration and asked all sort of relevant questions. She was genuinely interested in this project and carefully listening. When I came back the next time, she showed me the drawing she had prepared: It was a pure marvel! We worked for about a year on this full back piece and the result is simply amazing. It's a peacock so her mastery of colors and her attention to details were essential. I get compliments all the time, even from people who are not fond of tattoos. What I hear the most is: "That's a masterpiece"!
Although getting a full back tattoo is a long and painful process, I was always excited to go to my sessions. I really loved spending time with Vyvyn. On top of being one of the most talented tattoo artists on the planet, she is incredibly kind, generous and witty. Listening to her stories involving legends like Ed Hardy, Danny Danzl, Lyle Tuttle, Bill Salmon etc. was a real treat!
Another reason to visit Madame Lazonga Tattoo: Chloe, the resident artist, is also very talented and sweet. It was always a pleasure to interact with her. She does wonders with black work and is caring, patient and friendly with her clients.
The shop has a great vibe and is worth checking just to see Vyvyn's numerous awards and contributions to the tattoo world. It's a gem and a piece of history.

My best friend and I decided to get matching tattoos while visiting Seattle after a cruise to Alaska. Contacted Madame Lazonga based on her reviews and she recommended Aaron, who was also mentioned quite a bit in the reviews. We set up a time to meet, showed him a picture of what we wanted and talked about modifications we wanted. He was great implementing our changes with a few suggestions of his own. Was very transparent about cleaning and sterilizing between us. He was very nice and we had a great time chatting with him while he worked on us. He says he comes down to the So Cal area occasionally and I will get a new one when he's in town.

Vyvyn is the best! I always have a positive experience with her. Her shop is clean and her technique is of the highest standard. My tattoos are beautiful! She did a coverup for my daughter that is amazing. She started out with a dark ugly bad memory and now has a beautiful piece of art! I reccomend Madame Lazongs's tattoo 100%

This is my 4th tattoo, I wanted to get one en route from Korea in Germany and had some time in Seattle so I decided to read up on some local parlors and stop by, see what they had to offer. While there are some great artists that I talked to in Seattle, when I walked into Madame Lazonga's and explained what I was looking to have done this was the first place that not only had great reviews but also an artist that was enthusiastic about my idea. Vera was my tattoo artist and she did an absolutely amazing job, this is my favorite and best tattoo I have had done so far. But even if Vera isn't your artist, throughout the day I overheard conversations as costumers came in about wanting to get new tattoos at Madame Lazonga's after previous experience there. I feel that this shop and the artists it employs has a reputation for both being high quality and actually caring about the work they are putting in. Outstanding, would totally recommend.

Walking into Madame Lazonga’s the first thing you encounter are friendly faces and a warm inviting environment. Mellow music and positive vibes. Vyvyn the owner is kind and welcoming. She has a plethora of knowledge and history to offer about the area and tattooing in washington. Being a artist since the early 70s. Chloe is the shops newer addition to the family. Tattooing for a couple years now. She is eager to learn and hone in her craft.

Clean understanding and open minded. Accepting and patient. Always willing to work with you to give you the best tattoo and tattoo expeirence possible.

Also rocking a rotation of guest artist from all over the Washington area. Awesome way to meet new and fun folks.

After having a mastectomy and having my nipples removed I was very unhappy with my body. A mastectomy is not a boob job as some think. I looked for alternatives to the fake nipples that doctors try to create with poor results. That is when I came across Madame Lazonga Tattoo in Seattle. Vyvyn the owner specializes in mastectomy scars and tattoos.

She was absolutely wonderful to work with. She really listened to what I wanted, and created the most beautiful tattoos I could have imagined for myself. Her shop is beautiful, it was nice and warm, which is important when you have no shirt on. She played amazing music, and we had such great conversations throughout the process. I was completely comfortable the entire time, in a very uncomfortable situation.

If it hadn't been for cancer, I would never have had a tattoo. But am I so glad I did it. Vyvyn is truly an artist.

Laurie Ellison
Montgomery, NY

My friends and I walked in for a spontaneous tattoo and we got it! The staff was so kind, supportive, and knowledgeable. The shop was clean and sterile. I'm so happy to have my first tattoo done here. I'm definitely coming back and recommending this place to get tatted at.

I had an awesome experience. Vyvyn is super nice and patient with my asks and many questions. I needed a custom design that would work well to cover some scars and now you can’t even tell and it’s beautiful. Thank you Vyvyn!

Vyvyn is AWESOME! I have gone solely to her for all of my body art since 1997... she has a “co-creative process” wherein I present her with my ink idea, she will listen and ask questions about how I want it to look and then she draws up a preliminary sketch for us both to look at and tweak to our mutual satisfaction. All of my ink is custom made just for me and my body. All one of a kind works of art! Vyvyn has a huge heart and it shows in the attention she gives to her clients. The pride she takes in her craft is evident in the art she creates... and I wear it with pride! You will count yourself fortunate to wear art created by the Grande Dame of ink in Seattle!

Legendary tattoo artist Vyvyn Lazonga greeted me when I walked in to her shop! I spent a good while visiting with her and discussing the tattoo industry and tattoo history with her!

I recommend this tattoo shop!