Review of Heavy Water Tattoo
Heavy Water Tattoo: A Unique Blend of Art and Ink
Heavy Water Tattoo is a unique business that combines the art of tattooing with the art of gallery exhibitions. Located in Santa Cruz, California, this tattoo shop is a must-visit for anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind tattoo experience. The shop is owned and operated by Brayton Furlong, a talented local artist who is dedicated to his craft and follows hygienic best practices.
Heavy Water Tattoo offers a wide range of tattoo styles, from realistic portraits to sacred geometry. Brayton is known for his attention to detail and his ability to take a client's vision and make it even better. His work is so popular that he is usually booked out months in advance, but clients say that the wait is worth it.
The shop itself is clean and welcoming, with a small gallery space that showcases local artists. The atmosphere is relaxed and professional, and Brayton makes sure that his clients feel comfortable and at ease throughout the tattooing process.
Overall, Heavy Water Tattoo is a top-notch tattoo shop that offers a unique blend of art and ink. If you're looking for a talented artist who is dedicated to his craft and creates beautiful, one-of-a-kind tattoos, then Heavy Water Tattoo is the place for you.
From the business
"Brayton's tattoo work has garnered him and his shop "Heavy Water" a reputation as one of the prominent tattoo shops in the Bay Area. The Good Times voted HW “best tattoo studio” in 2016, 2017, & 2019 and 2022. While Brayton is best known for his realistic black and gray tattooing, he is a well rounded artist and enjoys working in many other styles including dot work, sacred geometry, blackwork, color realism, surrealism, floral, and many other styles. Brayton travels regularly and tattoos at international tattoo conventions and guests spots. In the past he has tattooed in France, Italy, Greece, Costa Rica, Amsterdam, North America and Canada."
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Lauren Guerrero
I highly recommend Brayton and his work. I’ve had two tattoos done by him so far and a third one scheduled! I was able to give him my vision for all three and he’s been able to take it and make it even better. He’s a true artist. My first tattoo by him was a realistic portrait of my kitty. I was nervous since it was so personal but it ended up looking EXACTLY like her. Amazing! He is usually booked out months in advance but it’s worth the wait. Trust Brayton with your next tattoo!
DJ
Brayton is an amazing local Santa Cruz artist...and a really nice guy who's dedicated to excelling at his craft, while following hygienic best practices.
Judy Russell
The cleanest tattoo shop I have ever seen. Brayton was awesome. Great conversation and fantastic work. Will definitely go back and highly recommend. By apt. Only, so we were the only clients in his shop. Perfect!!
Lucas Hill
Heavy Water Tattoo and Brayton is the best tattoo place to go in the bay area. I gave Brayton a very simple idea for a tattoo and he used his artistic view and turned it into something that was absolutely amazing! I was so impressed with his ability to improvise and give me wayyy more than I expected. I would recommend him to any first timers or people coming back for the 100th tattoo. His shop is sparkly clean and he uses nothing but the best equipment. Along with the artistic view Brayton has a great personality and doesn't make you feel in the least bit uncomfortable. He is overly welcoming and willing to work with you with whatever questions you may have. Heavy Water Tattoo is the place to go and you won't regret it!!
travisjs03
Brayton did some incredible work on my arm for a metal themed half sleeve. I couldn't be happier with his artwork. The whole experience was amazing! You can tell he puts all of his creative energy into every piece he creates. I highly, highly recommend Heavy Water Tattoo to anybody looking for a tattoo artist!
Erik Baker
Will repeat what other have said, Brayton is an amazing artist. He is professional, runs a very clean place, and is truly friendly. Was looking to get a 3/4 sleeve, had a pretty good idea of what I wanted but let him have complete artistic control. From the just first visit I could tell we were on the same page and knew he understood my ideas. I am extremely pleased and couldn't be happier with the results. Will definitely be going back and would recommend to anyone who wants to have some work done.
Monique Salas
Brayton is an amazing artist. He is very open minded to your ideas and is very kind, as well as professional. If you are not sure where to get your next tattoo, check out his work, make an appointment for a consultation, (which you can do through email or text), meet him and you will not be disappointed.
He has a light hand, amazing grasp of shading and attention to detail, as well as some really good coffee. I can definitely see why he won best tattoo shop for 2016 and 2017.
If something is gonna be on your body forever, you want it to look amazing, and if you want top-notch, you want Brayton Furlong to do it..
Krista O
Brayton is the best!! His artwork is beyond amazing. He has done SEVERAL tattoos for me. His shop is extremely clean and he is always professional and welcoming.
Ruby Perry-Swick
Couldn't be happier! Brayton is super talented, super professional, and keeps a really clean, nice shop. His detail work is amazing, love love love my tattoo!!
Corey Denuijl
Brayton has done a few major pieces on me over the past few years. He is very Profesional, puctual, and a very talented artist. He turned my tattoos into everything I wanted and more. Definitely found my go to tattoo artist! I would recommend heavy water tattoo to anyone who is looking to get a true work of art!