The Hive SLC Tattoo & Aftercare

I had a wonderful experience with The Hive SLC. Communication was excellent and easy to set up appointment’s and consultations through their website. The artist I am working with, Mason is owner operator and artist. He truly cares about the integrity of his work and the satisfaction of the customer. During our consultation I showed him a few screen shots and vague ideas that he somehow was able to read between the lines and ask the right questions to form it all into a beautiful original piece that I’m so in love with. The Hive SLC also has a very clean and inviting atmosphere with great decor and good music. I even had a heated tattoo table! I didn’t have a chance to speak with any of the other artists, but you could tell from the banter and smiles that they were happy to be there as well! Have you ever been in a tattoo shop and it feels as if you’re a burden and there are three dingy grumpy artists staring back at you. That’s not the case at The Hive SLC! Highly recommend 10/10. Will be getting work done here in the future. And will post a photo of my piece in the review once it is complete.

I'm very impressed with Mason and his shop. The entire process has been great. I have an older tattoo on my right shoulder down that I wanted to continue and finish my right arm sleeve. After consultation, it was clear that Mason was the right choice for me because I wanted a bright and colorful Japanese style piece to tie into the Japanese style I already have, the thing is I just didn't know it yet and to be honest I was very unsure about what to put there to finish it. I wanted it to be bright and bold, just like I am, and he sold me with his enthusiasm and general knowledge of art. His creative process was very assuring. He really knew how it would tie together best and free-handed it onto my arm with marker. I have an awesome red dragon on my arm that I am so happy with! It looks so great! I have been twice now, will have two more sits likely to finish this piece and will definitely continue to go to The Hive until I'm blasted to my liking. Will update review with finished sleeve... All of their artists that I've seen are talented as well, w/ different styles. Super cool people, super chill vibe, I would strongly recommend you check this place out. Fantastic music in the shop too.

I had a tattoo on my side I wasn't super happy with so I contacted The Hive to see if they could turn it into something I love and Mason did not disappoint!! It looks a million times better and I'm extremely happy with it. The whole consultation process had me feeling very comfortable and at ease with the new design and Mason is friendly and knowledgeable. I'm super glad I found them and wouldn't want to go anywhere else in the future!

There are not enough adjectives in the dictionary to describe the magic that is Mason.
I essentially commissioned a piece of art from him, the whole process start to finish was professional, fun, and calming, from the consultations where we met multiple times, through the tattoo-ing process. I like his candidness during our consultations, always explaining why he won't tattoo a certain way (which I appreciated because he has his clients best interests at heart).
After every session I left feeling excited for the next round and in awe of the talented artist that was painting my skin. The depth of color and shading, the free hand work that he added into the piece makes it truly one of a kind and custom artwork.
I've gotten to know and see the other tattoo artists that work at the Hive and anyone who goes to them will be in good hands, the level of talent that is working there is truly something to behold and they all have something unique to offer.

Mason worked with me to come up with a tattoo design I was excited for. He expressed his own excitement about being able to do the tattooing, and it was overall a great experience with the Hive.

Amazing shop. Mason is a total pro and doing a lot of cool things for his community. Definitely check them out for big pieces. Be prepared to be challenged. I got a better piece that I could have ever imagined and would definitely come back

Michael and the Staff at The Hive were super nice and professional! I wanted a tattoo to commemorate my recent travels and they fit me in a tight schedule. Michael did a great job combining my ideas into a beautiful piece. Thanks again for everything!!

The Hive SLC is nothing short of fantastic.
Kira, the artist, is so down to earth. You are not only paying for the tattoo, but you are paying for the time she takes to ensure your tattoo is going to flow with your body and creating a design you are absolutely in love with. She has great communication and collaboration skills. Her line work is beyond amazing. Im obsessed with my tattoo and have already gotten so many compliments (2 days later).
PJ, her booking manager, is awesome as well. He is great at keeping you up to date on appointment time and date, any changes that may be made, as well as aftercare. The team is simply phenomenal.
The other artists in the shop are fun and bubbly. The shop itself is beautiful and clean.
It was a great experience and the only shop I will be going to from now on!

Had a great experience here, I saw Nate and his work is amazing! I love the new addition 🖤 all of the artists here seem amazingly talented!

I cannot say enough good things about The Hive and ALL of The Hive artists! First off, the vibe of the shop feels very inclusive of different styles with a focus on making rad, diverse art that represented my style and the artist's work. The pieces I have seen created here blow my mind. I'm beyond stoked on how my tattoo turned out. It was a really supportive experience with great communication and care taken to bring a piece of art to life. Having not been tattooed in about 6 yrs, I was little nervous about creating an original piece that represented what I was looking for AND whether or not I could hang with the discomfort of a 12 hr tattoo. My tattoo turned out beautifully and 12 hrs (separate sessions) flew by, so much so that I already scheduled my next project! So, I guess I'll add one negative, in that, this place makes getting tattooed addictive ;) Thanks!!