Madame Lazonga Tattoo

Madame Lazonga is a phenomenal and passionate tattoo artist! She helped pave the way for female artists in a predominately male trade, and she is one of the first to step away from traditional styles of tattoo in favor of truly one of a kind fine-art pieces. Her original art is both beautiful and unique, and her ability to translate and evolve other artist's work into tattoos, as she's doing with my piece, is truly amazing! In addition to the reasons listed above, I chose her because of her exceptional use of custom colors. Rather than using an out-of-the-box palette, she mixes her own colors as she goes. It's as if she's painting on you rather than tattooing, and the results are stunning!

In my many sessions with her I also had the pleasure of witnessing the work of her talented apprentice Chloe, who recently completed her apprenticeship and accepted a position as a full fledged artist in the shop (congratulations Chloe!). She has a remarkable ability to quickly translate any and all walk-in requests into tattoos with perfect execution, but her real talent shines in her original art. While Madame Lazonga has truly mastered color, Chloe has mastered black work. Whether it is shading or dots she produces technically perfect and beautiful works of art!

I could not recommend these lovely ladies highly enough!

I have been a client of Vyvyn and her studio for many years and cannot speak any more highly of her creative aura, technique and her art. She is a master in the truest sense of the word. I have found her holistic, organic approach to her art and her clients to be exceptional, to the absolute point of, not only an artistic venture, but one of physical and mental therapy. In a word, Vyvyn is wonderful. I love her and her art dearly!

I learned of Madame Vyvyn Lazonga almost 2 decades ago while watching a documentary about tattooing. I was mesmerized and enchanted by the movement and beauty in florals and Asian inspired pieces. I decided then that I would someday be tattooed by Vyvyn. Today that dream began. Vyvyn was quiet and thoughtful as she skillfully worked on my tattoo. She designed a custom piece that beautifully and artfully incorporates an existing tattoo. We had great conversation and I can’t wait to come back to have the piece completed. It’s like having my own Picasso on my arm from a true master.

What a wonderful place to get tattooed! I’ve been tattooed by both Dusty and Chloe. They both are amazing artists and great company to spend hours at the shop with. It’s funny the characters coming In there all the time. Watching them interact with walk in clients/tourists from the market is quite comical. While I’ve been there, people came in with the craziest ideas for tattoos. Mostly Pinterest tattoos of other people’s “trending” work and culturally appropriated tattoos. Dusty especially, always offered incredibly unique and original, alternative ideas to these requests to give them a one of a kind piece of art while staying respectful to the traditions and cultures of the industry. It’s quite admirable watching him work and handle those situations. Chloe is kind and soft spoken but will let you know exactly what she is capable of for giving you the best possible tattoo and placement that will last your lifetime. Both are genuine and loving people, and the reason I keep coming back.

Removing my breast implants left me with scars that I couldn’t be ok with. I consulted with Vyvyn about covering them with a simple delicate design. She designed the perfect tattoo for each breast taking in all the elements we had discussed. She is awesome! The tattoos are beautiful. And now when I look in the mirror each day I see beauty instead of scars! II highly recommend her.

Vyvyn is professional, clean, easy to work with, and an incredible artist. Her passion for collaborating with clients at the nexus of art and idea to create one-of-a-kind pieces is unparalleled. I would not hesitate to recommend her for your next statement piece.

Incredible artists (both Madam Lazonga and Zaza). Very warm and welcoming atmosphere. I have over 50 hours of tattoo on my body from some very sought after artists and this shop is really outstanding, both for the caliber of work they are doing, as well as the atmosphere they have created.

You will not find books full of flash at this shop, just two artists doing high caliber, original works of art for a very devoted and passionate clientele.

My wife is starting a large backpiece with the Madam and the initial consult could not have been more professional, or more welcoming. I have a ton of ink but my wife is very new to the process and they made it very comfortable for her.

Do expect to wait a bit, as is the case with every in-demand artist who is doing good work...you will have to be willing to wait a while before they can start working on your project. This is very normal. I just started a new project with another artist after an 8 month wait, so you should know that going in.

For those that do not know: Madame Lazonga is one of the pioneers of tattoo on the west coast. She had her own shop here in Seattle in 1972, and was the first woman with her own shop in Seattle history. She is absolutely worth the wait.

I don’t usually leave reviews for anything, but Chloe made the tattooing process so relaxing. She took me in quickly, talked to me as if I was family, and my tattoo turned out beautiful and exactly what I wanted. 10/10 and I’m so happy with the service I received here.

Thank you, Vyvyn Lazonga, for being part of my breast free journey. If I could flash my beautiful tattoo everywhere I would...but it doesn't make my hubby happy when I do that...

The whole experience, from the first email to getting wrapped at the end has been lovely. Everyone at the shop has been warm and supportive as well as wicked with humor.

While I wouldn't wish breast cancer on anyone, if you're interested in a way to reclaim your chest, think seriously about a tattoo with the best!!

Skilled tattoo artists. Got my first ever tattoo done here. Was quick, relatively painless, and healed beautifully. Came out exactly the way I wanted it, and it's stayed that way for over 2 years now!
Highly recommend, especially if it's your first tattoo and you are unsure.