Anchor’s End Tattoo

My sister and I decided to get our first tattoos. We have had a couple of family members get tattooed with them, as my cousin is good friends with the owner. We made an appointment ahead of time, although we had to wait nearly a couple of hours past our appointment to get tattooed. This was okay, as I understand how being busy and getting behind can be. However, I also let the artist know that these would be our first tattoos, but we didn’t get much in the way of going over our designs and placement. Instead, it was quite rushed and we felt we didn’t get the time we needed to really consult and get EXACTLY what we wanted. While they offer lifetime touch ups and the artist said he would fix anything, I unfortunately live out of state and will probably pay someone else to get my tattoo the way I really want it.
There’s no doubt they have talented artists, but the service was not ideal. With these being our first tattoo as well as this place being a family recommendation, I would have expected much more consultation and consideration, and even guidance in the process. For instance, the tattoo was drawn much larger than I wanted and placed on me without even being asked how/​where exactly I wanted. It was an easy enough fix, but I would suggest if they’re in a rush because they’re busy and you’re trying to get some help with a tattoo you have to wear for a lifetime, maybe re-​schedule so you can have a better experience.

All around a truly fantastic place! Very clean, professional, and down to earth employees. I’ve gotten many piercings done by Matt, who has been by far the best. Also a tattoo by Billy who is a true artist. I was so impressed with his fast work, and amazing freehand watercolor magnolia flower on my foot. I felt very comfortable with his work in our discussions leading up to it, and it turned out even better than I had imagined. I always recommend people to this shop when I get compliments on my tattoo.

Had 3 tattoos done here by Aaron, and I feel like they turned out pretty well. I won’t be going back, however, as the last time I set up an appointment the artist was late and offered very little along the lines of apologies. He also seemed more interested in chatting with the other artist than he did with getting things rolling, but come time to pay expected to be paid for chat time and even the time he was late getting in for the appointment (charged for 3 hours when I barely got 2 ½ in reality). Pretty disappointed.

On a referral from a friend, I went in to Anchor’s End after booking a appointment with Billy and telling them I wanted a Koi half sleeve.
I arrived at their shop, which is located on the 2^nd floor of a neat old main street building in Hudson. Their shop is very clean, well lit and brightly painted.
I was introduced to Billy who already had a very nice Koi design worked up. I brought in my own ideas, but his was far nicer, so that’s what I went with.
Being this was my first, Billy explaned the process thoroughly and didn’t laugh when I winced with the needles.
He was nice to talk to and did a nice job. It’s reassuring to go through a process like this when you are comfortable with the artist.
Aftercare was explained thoroughly and I’m thrilled with the result. I’d recommend Billy in a heartbeat!