Gold Snake Tattoo

I went to Gold Snake for my first tattoo since moving to Eau Claire, and I will definitely go back! Aaron did an awesome job, and my tattoo looks even better than I was imagining. Seriously, I cannot say enough good things about this place.

I was recommended Matt Duff by a family member because of his skill in solid black. I can say with full confidence In regards to his solid black; it's amazing. The environment was very friendly and no-hassle. Matt was amazing to have as an artist and wasn't afraid to talk. Without a doubt I will come back here for another tattoo eventually. Thank you guys for the amazing experience.

My husband and I got our very first tattoos at Gold Snake. We are in our 60s. I had breast cancer earlier this year and we wanted tattoos to honor me being cancer free and honoring the battle we went through. Aaron did both of our tattoos
So impressed with this delightful, talented young man. He was so nice, so professional. It was a great experience for both of us. Nothing but beyond positive experience. He explained everything so good. Gold Snake is so very clean..the staff are friendly and very helpful. Highly recommend Gold Snake. Great experience. Thank you Aaron. Anita And Jim Beesley

I went to Gold Snake Tattoo for my first tattoo. Nick was so personable, friendly and eased my nerves. I made the appointment via email and he was very responsive during the entire process. The facility was nice & open and was very clean! I recommend Gold Snake to anyone looking to get a tattoo. Ask for Nick!

I went to Gold Snake about a month ago for a consultation on getting a tattoo fixed. Aaron slept in and was late to the appointment. He was nice enough to not take a deposit because he was unsure if he was able to do it and told me he would keep it touch. For about a month it was radio silence. The day of the next appointment, less than two hours before it, I got a call from him telling me he wasn’t comfortable doing the tattoo. While I completely understand bc I asked for such a big coverup and I appreciate an explanation and not taking a deposit, I am just disappointed in the lack of professionalism. I wish I had been told much sooner than the day of that I wasn’t getting it worked on so I had more time to find other places. Being told “I probably should of told you sooner,” when you spent a month saving and planning, can cause a bit of frustration.

Duff is an amazing artist and human! He’s tattooed about a third of my body and every single tattoo is as bright and bold as the day they were done. Thanks for the killer tatts Duffy!

If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Not only am I in love with my tattoo. But it's a cover up from a different artist in illinois and I have been so ashamed by what was underneath for so many years. I didn't even want to wear short sleeves. I went to Matt he came up with a killer design to cover it up and I just can't belive it was possible! This place is so clean and you'll be comfortable getting a tattoo here as well because everyone is soooooo friendly and laid back. I can not wait to go back!

Took my daughter to get our first tattoos together for her 23rd birthday. I called to make an appt, and though I got voicemail, I left a message and my call was returned promptly and I was able to schedule an appointment. They were very accommodating of our scheduling needs. Aaron was our tattoer and he was fantastic. We went in a few weeks prior for a consult, and he really listened to us. He called me the night before to confirm details and be sure he had the right reference materials. When we arrived, we were shown a few different designs that he worked up, taking into consideration all the things we wanted, and incorporating some great ideas we didn't think of and we were able to choose what we liked best- they were all great! He was very good about explaining what to expect, since it was our first, and very mindful of our comfort. We had pleasant conversation, and when we were done he gave good after care instructions. We love the design and application and think he did a fantastic job. Exceeded our expectations! I highly recommend Aaron, and we will no doubt return!!

My friend and I decided we wanted to get a tattoo together while on vacation. We called several shops to ask if they take walk-ins. Every shop said they were booked for the day. Fast forward later in the afternoon and I received a call from Matt asking if I still wanted a tattoo. I didn’t give him my name or number when I first called about openings, but he made the effort to save my number. He called to say that he ended up having an opening and asked if we could still come in. We drove over and he did the tattoos for us. He was really nice and the shop is super clean and professional. Will definitely go back next time we’re in Eau Claire.

Tattoo turned out incredible, amazing color and design. Took 6 hours, which was expected. Artist Nick was very accommodating for my first big color tattoo, going slowly and offering numbing spray for the pain, checking in often. The only negative is that when I had first gone in to schedule and show them my design, they had given me an estimate of $200-300. Then, after it was finished, I was charged $500, not sure why it was such a grand difference? Definitely worth it, but I would have liked that actual number earlier to prepare for that financially.

(really bad pictures, but the design is amazing and turned out great with the color!)