Dark Heart Tattoo

I got my first tattoo done here by Chelsea, and she had come up with a luna moth design for me. She was super patient and awesome. I wasn’t being the ideal client because I was getting my sternum done but none the less, Chelsea was talking me through it and keeping me comfortable. Was also making conversation with the other artists while I was getting tattooed! I had a great experience and the tattoo turned out amazing. Dark Heart has a truly unique feeling as a tattoo shop. It’s the most welcoming place I’ve been to!

Best shop ever! Dani is always so professional and very talented. Super clean shop, Dani always makes me feel so welcome and safe! Would recommend to anyone! Even brought my mom there to get tattooed!

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.

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.

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 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!

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!

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!

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.

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.