Purple Panther Tattoo

11/29/09

Koko is amazing

by red09 at Citysearch

Koko is an awesome tattoo artist who did an amazing job on a tattoo she did for me that. Another shop didnt want to do because of the circles in the designs. Not only did she do it, but she did it perfectly and that shit turned out flawless. Thanks Koko, and i hope next time i need work done, she is available, and i would highly recomend her to anyone seeking great work

• Pros: great artist

10/12/09

Great tattoo shop!

by Nobody123 at Citysearch

I've been coming here since the late 90s to see Graham Chaffee. He's an extremely gifted artist and skilled inker--people can't believe some of my tattoos are 10 years old as the lines are still so sharp and the colors still so brilliant.

Graham is conceptually incredibly creative and has transformed my random ideas (ie, "Can we put a peacock in it?") and my presentation of scraps of pictures or old medieval etchings into really beautiful and unique designs. I get so many compliments on my tattoos that I've taken to carrying a stack of his cards with me at all times.

The Purple Panther is one of the longer-established shops in the city, and through the years all the work I've seen done here has been top notch. I've sent many friends here--the artists are consistently skilled and the vibe is laid-back and totally comfortable. I've spent a whole lotta hours getting drilled and needled and bandaged and I still love the place!

• Pros: Great tattoosts; clean, laidback spot
• Cons: None

08/07/09

First Tattoo

by BWilde at Citysearch

I think this place is amazing. Although I've only ever gone to Graham to get my tattoos there, I'm pretty sure I won't be going anywhere else ever again.

I've known at least three other people who've had him tattoo them, and all of us constantly get compliments on our tattoos. My husband has had his tattoos for years now and they still look perfect.

As for the price, again, I think they're great. I got a pretty large cover up tattoo that took three sittings for an extremely good price (I won't say how much as I don't want to low ball them, but it was cheap). And the cover up is great! It's like I was never a 17 year old idiot who thought tribal was a good idea... ha!

All in all, this place is awesome, and Graham is great. He's patient and helpful and just pretty awesome all around. Not to mention he's a fantastic artist.

Go there!!