Ink & Dagger Tattoo

This post is long overdue on Google. If I could change my rating to 6 stars I would. The shop is clean, bright, and has a wonderful vibe. Russ is the consummate professional. He truly Listens to the client's ideas and desires, shares with them what makes for good ink (not every drawing is good ink) on this note I must say from personal experience, he does more than share what's good ink and what isn't as far as design, he explains why so you feel confident in the refinement of your piece. He also explores the mesh between artist and client. If he feels there is a better match in the store he will recommend that the client consider that artist. Why can he do that? Because he surrounds himself with outstanding artists. Talk about putting your client first!! Russ's Reputation and Ability as an artist? Make NO Mistake he is sought out internationally for a reason. Forget your reality shows like Ink Master ... You will meet a True Ink Master in Russ. BTW I am not related to Russ and this review has not been posted by an 18year old getting his first ink. I am 51 and have invested some significant $$$ into my back piece. Hands Down Ink and Dagger will make you a believer in the end.

Fantastic studio and excellent staff.

If you are debating about choosing this place for your first tattoo, debate no more. I had my first tattoo done with Brandon. I bombarded him with questions and he gladfully answered everyone in great detail. We took MUCH time to work out the piece i wanted. Brandon is very talented and has a great amount of patience. Russ was also walking around giving advice. Unlike many other tattoo parlours, ink and dagger is focused on the final product instead of what the tattoo is going to look like right away. Russ and Brandon collaborated on picking which colors would look best after my skin was healed. I was the first person to get tattooed in their new location. The place is EXTREMELY clean and Sterile. After my tattoo was done, Brandon scheduled me for a free touch up and wanted to see the final product. A+++

I am extremely impulsive! I got a tattoo in 2010 (impulse driven) I wanted to enhance and start a half sleeve. I met with the artist Matt Brumelow for the consultation. After having the consultation, I thought of some changes to be considered. I sent my ideas to Matt and he felt we should stick with the original design we had discussed in the consultation. Well, I honestly couldn't even remember the original design and at this point it was too close to my appointment to schedule another consultation w/o affecting my deposit. At this point I was a little apprehensive of how it would turn out. Ashley one of the receptionist, provided great guidance regarding my options. I decided to keep my appointment and go with whatever the original design was going to be. LOL Matt exceeded my expectations. Matt has a great spirit, very professional, and I'm now a believer in TRUSTING THE ARTIST!

Just completed my first of many tattoo’s with my new friends at Ink and Dagger and honestly I’m having a hard time putting into words how completely satisfied I am with every aspect of the experience. From my initial contact via email until the second I walked out the door Russ and his staff bent over backwards to ensure I was being taken care of in every way. This included making recommendations on where to stay and eat during my time in Decatur, to including me in the lunch order at the shop when we took a break.

I was fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to be tattooed by Russ, and while I don’t think there’s anything I can say that hasn’t already been said about the unbelievable high quality of his technical skills and artistic vision, I would really like to share with anyone who has not had the pleasure of working with him that he will take the time to sit down with you to explore your ideas, and in the most gracious manner possible help you turn them into a piece of art that you’ll proud of for the rest of you life.

If your interested in getting a tattoo in clean shop with unbelievable atmosphere, by some of the finest artiest you will find anywhere please regardless of where you live do yourself a favor and consider Ink and Dagger for your next tattoo. You absolutely will not be disappointed.

I saw Race yesterday, absolutely fantastic experience, especially being new to tattoos, even though this was my second. All the people are wonderful, helpful, and very informative. Not being judged for my ignorance was a very welcome change. Be sure to book an appointment, though (they're all usually booked up at least a month in advance). They do accept walk-ins, but it's still hard to see someone same-day like that.

Bikers & truckers, don't waste your time with these guys. I was interested in getting a tattoo. I am a trucker & a biker & part of a local club. We were looking for the best studio to invest a ton of money on tattoos but they weren't interested in helping out. What a shame, they missed a great opportunity to secure hundreds of new clients but we weren't the right fit for them. If you're a biker or trucker, look elsewhere!

America did such a good job on my tat!! It was my first one and I was super nervous lol.. but she was super awesome. The tattoo came out even more beautiful than expected. I highly recommend America. 💗

Craig did an amazing job. Very diligent and detailed. He did his best to ensure that I had/chosen the right tattoo to cover deep surgical scars

Absolutely amazing experience! Very clean, very professional, and everyone is very easy to talk to. Brittany is phenomenal & made the process as easy as it can be. Aftercare instructions are super easy to follow. Really looking forward to coming back!