Drawn to the Surface Tattoo

I first found out about drawn to the surface when they were at inkcarceration this year. I met Paul and he started helping me do some work on my arm that I have been wanting done. His artwork is amazing and his opinion is always honest. I really like working with him and don't mind driving from Indiana for a session.

Probably the best tattoo shop in the area. These guys know what they are doing and are very professional. The shop is clean and easy to find. Took my daughter here for her first tattoo i wouldn't have done it if i didnt think these guys are the best around.

Unfortunately I had to update this review from 5 down to 3 stars.. Since getting my artwork I made another appointment, sadly something came up and I couldnt make that appt so I stopped up with money in hand at my appt time and asked to reschedule and left $20 for either a good faith down payment or I said I would even pay it for such a late cancelation (mind you the artist wasn't even there yet for my original appt time) I left my number for when the artist did show up to call me to reschedule. The guy taking my money and number even said it was cool I even did that. So I left thinking maybe a week then I'd have another appt. or at least a phone call.. Nope, nothing, I have even reached out through email and social media, its been 2 months and not even a courtesy call or response to say anything. So I'm guessing either business is going to his head or hes just becoming that lazy and unprofessional. Sad because I really had high hopes for this place to be good for the town... I did leave my original review below so you knew it wasn't the quality of the work but just how unprofessional they have become. My first review was wrote about 8 months prior to this one...

ORIGINAL:
Although I have only received one piece of art from this studio (so far) it was quality work and I enjoyed the artist's company very much. I also enjoyed the laid back atmosphere they provided. Pricing is reasonable and there is a cute bakery across the street if you need to take a quick break during your session (artist permitting of course). Hours vary as it goes by your appointment day/time. Contact them through social media or email.

Sidenote: Another reason I personally like Drawn to the Surface is because they preserved a piece of Bellevue history by saving the old newspaper building. Kudos guys, it makes you just that much more unique than the other studios. ❤

Some of the best artist around, no matter what you get you won't be disappointed. The shop is clean and the guys are professional and do everything that they can to give you a tattoo that you will absolutely love. My first choice when I go to get a new piece done!

They are great artists, but I wouldn't trust them near my skin again. Who yaks about their deeply personal relationship problems and irrelevant industry feuds while your skin is at their mercy?

Of course, during a session, the artist admitted he had barely slept and was tired as he was chugging an energy drink because of said relationship problems. It was my first experience getting a tattoo, so I just went along with it.

It seemed unprofessional, to say the least.

Excellent Experience Every Time!!

I got a tattoo with Ky last week. He did a phenomenal job and is amazing at fine detail. He also was really patient with how impatient I am. 😂 Thanks, Ky!

Nice open floor plan all the artists are really nice unprofessional. Would definitely recommend for anybody to get a tattoo.

Paul did a 5 star piece of work on my arm! I would highly recommend anyone looking for quality work to pay him a visit!

Comfortable, and very fun atmosphere, the tattoo work is very detailed and everyone as great personality! Highly recommend!