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Artistic Theories Tattoo & Gallery
247 Genesis Way, North Aurora, IL 60542, United States
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Sh
Review №1

Love the shop! Frankie is amazing! Hes so down to earth and he can make your dream tattoo come to life!!

Ma
Review №2

Michael was very professional and quick love the service. Please visit the Tattoo Shop.

Ti
Review №3

This is will the only place I will get my tattoos. The artist I go to is Slap and he is one of my favorite people in the world. I never doubt his artistic skills and I know I will always be satisfied with whatever he does. The other artists working here are also so talented and are always a good time. Every time I go there, its always good vibes. You can really tell that everyone loves their job and are proud of their work. Amazing place. Amazing people.

ja
Review №4

This shop is amazing, every detail of the decor is wonderful, I loved it as soon as I walked in. I met with Michael who listened perfectly to what I was wanting and gave him room for creative freedom. 5 days later my sketch was ready and it was beyond anything I could have imagined. I love my tattoo, it has healed perfectly and the details are perfect. He was so nice and really made the experience so much better with his amazing personality. He will be my go to artist now, just trying to figure out what I want done next! Thanks Michael, youre amazing!!

Si
Review №5

Great people rezlly good art and amazing artist, thanks Michael fo the awesome ink, I shall be back soon.

Da
Review №6

I went to artistic theories about 2 1/2 years ago to have a sleeve finished. I went to another shop originally and not only was ripped off of $1000+, I got a horrible start of a sleeve. I had seen some of Slaps work from a buddy that went to him, and thought I’d give him and the shop a try. Needless to say, but he finished that sleeve and will be going over the original part to fix it and we’re 3/4’s the way done with my other sleeve. Quality work, knowledgeable and talented artists, as well as fun interaction. They genuinely take the time to make it a great experience!

Ta
Review №7

I have been coming to Artistic Theories since their opening. From everything from professionalism to cleanliness these guys really know how to make your experience exactly what you’re looking for. Great people. Cool decor and overall vibe. I highly recommend this shop!!

Br
Review №8

Mike has done 3 tattoos for me over past few years and every single one came out better than I hoped!! Great service and very skilled at their craft! Highly recommend using them for getting tattoos! And I will be going back for future tattoos as well! Easy 5 stars!

Ra
Review №9

Artistic theories is absolutely amazing! Everyone in the shop is very friendly and outgoing. My fav guy is Michael, I go to see him for all of my tattoos because he is so talented! Very approachable, sweet guy makes sure he’s got all of your ideas before he draws something up. He’s got serious talent and has done nothing but exceptional work on me! Always recommend to a friend 10/10 times! (Wish I could post a pic but it won’t let me)

Cr
Review №10

My favorite tattoo shop! Always so clean, chill environment, everyone is super nice and helpful. Extremely professional. All the artists are great at what they do. Their work will not disappoint you. Highly recommend!!

Ko
Review №11

I got done My first tattoo. It was a good experience and it was got done the way I expected to be done. Thank you so much Michael “Merlin ” Ganzalez . The place is nice and really clean. All the tattoo artist and a manager of the shop is really nice and friendly. If you want to get your tattoo done the best place to go. Thank you so much Merlin.

Mi
Review №12

One of my friends recommended this place when I was looking to have a cover-up done and I was beyond impressed. Michaels the best! Hes done four of my tattoos now (HE DOES HANDPOKES TOO!!) and I get compliments constantly on my latest forearm piece. I wont even bother looking any place else. Awesome group of super-talented dudes!

Lu
Review №13

Frankie did an amazing job on my tattoo!! I sent him an idea and made it his own. Worked very hard on making it perfect and having the shading done right! Very professional and very clean. Will definitely go back for my next one!!!

Sa
Review №14

“Slap” is the most amazing tattoo artist and he LISTENS to what you want. He gives his artistic input but never any pressure! GO TO HIM!!! You will be soo happy!

Za
Review №15

I have come here for all of my tattoos and have never had a bad experience. The work they do is great. I am happy with everything I have received from them. Great company, great people, and great work.

Ma
Review №16

This place is amazing and I love going! I cant recommend it enough. Ive gotten hand poked work done by Michael and its beautiful. I even celebrated my birthday there and we all got tattoos from him. I love the quailty, pricing, and great artists that work here.

Be
Review №17

Great experience. Slap has done most of my sons ink. Excellent family environment with a knowledgeable professional staff. This is the place to go for creative and original work. Simply one of the best.

ka
Review №18

Michael was amazing! He free drew my half sleeve piece and it was the first time coming to him so needless to say i was a little nervous as anyone would be going in to someone new. Tattoo turned out great, healed very quickly with some new treatment i never tried before and great conversations with Mike during the session. Please tip this man well, hes very humble. Will definitely be coming back. Thanks Merlin

Ja
Review №19

Great place to get great work done as well as a very friendly place. Had never left somewhere so satisfied, especially with something permanent and I really have my full trust with them when doing so. Highly recommend

Ra
Review №20

I got a tattoo in May of 2018, I came in and Mike was a grand time and so was the whole crew. I came in recently for a touch up and even though it was after the time to get a free touch up Mike waived the fee. I still am in love with my tattoo and I love that it’s an original piece from Mike’s gallery in the shop. Highly recommend and will definitely have more work done in the future.

Jo
Review №21

Michael was awesome. Got a tattoo to honor my fight with cancer. I love the design and the time he took to go over it with me. Id recommend them for your first tattoo or 101st.

Ke
Review №22

Hands down the absolute best tattoo shop around! The shop is very clean and organized, and every artist has their own unique personal style. The owner along with the other tattoo artists are so nice and welcoming too! My personal experience was with AP. He is very professional, knowledgeable, honest, and easy to talk to - which made me feel comfortable and confident that I chose the right shop and artist. I came in with an idea of what I wanted, and AP took the time to talk with me about every little detail so that he could create a unique one of a kind piece for me. This quality of service has kept me coming back and I could not be happier with my tattoos!!

Ro
Review №23

Had my first tattoo done as a tribute to my wife, AP came up with a beatiful design and it was exactly what I was looking for. Awesome place and you will get some inspiration and guidence.

Br
Review №24

Very professional and friendly staff here. Michael really took his time and made me feel comfortable. He also followed up after the tattoo to make sure that I was happy and everything was healing properly!

Va
Review №25

Michael is the best hands down! I love all of his work. He has the lightest hand I’ve ever felt with AMAZING detail in every piece. 10/10 will be going back for all future tattoos.

Je
Review №26

Best tattoo shop experience, you work with amazing artists and you get exactly what you want and more. I got a tattoo for my daughter and it came out absolutely beautiful and more than I expected. I highly recommend this tattooshop!

Ye
Review №27

I’ve had multiple tattoos done by Slap. He’s so good I followed him after getting my first one done 8 years ago. Everyone at the shop is great and professional and really looking out to make sure you’re getting what you want. My sister has gotten a few done here as well by AP. If your are shopping around, look no more as this is the best place to go.

Li
Review №28

Im so glad I found this place. Michael is an excellent artist, and I couldnt be happier with the tattoos hes done for me. His work is fantastic. He accommodates your ideas while putting his unique style into the drawing. All the staff are friendly and great tattoo artists. This is the only shop I go to now.

Da
Review №29

Slap has been doing all my work for the last 5 years. His shop is built around talent and professionals in the tattoo industry. This is a place you want to go for all your work.

Bo
Review №30

Have gotten 3 pieces from this place. I love every one of them. Cool atmosphere and professional work. Cant recommend them enough.

Ju
Review №31

As a first timer, I was pretty nervous coming in. Once I walked in to the shop and saw how clean and organized they were, I felt more comfortable. Not only did I get one tattoo but I went back a few weeks later and had a second one done. I love both of my tattoos and will be coming in soon to get my third one. A big thanks to Frankie for my first tattoo that I proudly show off. And a big thanks to Mike for giving me my first hand poked tattoo experience. Im definately aiming for more.

El
Review №32

One of the best tattoo shops in the area! Slap did majority of my tattoos. Very professional, creative, & original! A true professional within his craft!

jo
Review №33

Customer Service was great. Michael did a great job. Very detail orientated and personable. Chris and I are very happy with our tattoos. Thanks Michael!!

Mo
Review №34

I really love Artistic Theories! Great environment and atmosphere! Michael is does a fantastic job, I’ll definitely be coming back for more tattoos!

ma
Review №35

Absolutely blown away with their skills their customer service and their shop sensible prices excellent art work top job thanks to all the guys there ... I had a cover up cannot see old tattoo and my rose looks awesome I definitely recommend this tattoo shop ...go here first you wont be disappointed

Ga
Review №36

AP and Slap are both amazing artists. My wife and I have had ink done many places in the past, but we only go to Artistic Theories now!

Em
Review №37

Everybody is really friendly there. They drew me up a tattoo without an appt.

sm
Review №38

Mike is the real deal

ry
Review №39

I have gotten multiple tattoos from here and I would recommend any one of the artists to anyone looking for a quality tattoo.

Ch
Review №40

Wouldn’t go anywhere else for a tattoo. Slap has done three of mine and I will be going back soon. Best shop around!!!!

Mi
Review №41

I dealt with two different artists and both were amazing. So nice and easy to talk to making it much more comfortable for first timers. My tattoo turned out beautifully as did my two friends who accompanied me.

Fr
Review №42

The best tattoo shop all around Aurora. Not only because of the staff and their professional attitude. They have demonstrated originality and flawless techniques. I have 5 tattoos

Lu
Review №43

I have nothing but good things to say about this place. The artists are extremely talented and neat with their work,while being cool guys to talk to as youre getting your work done

Ch
Review №44

I always come back to these talented artists for their amazing work!

ri
Review №45

We Da Best...

Pa
Review №46

I am changing this to 5 stars, I am an impatient creature, and I realized that it takes research and time for good work. the owner reached out to me and explained somethings and it made sense so I appreciate his understanding and and how he explained the technical aspects of tattooing.Update: The shop looks great and the artists are down to earth. Im excited for my first session after my consult today, slap had alot of great ideas to help me achieve my body art goals. I believe I found my permanent artist!

Kr
Review №47

Slap has done 2 Tattoos for me. They came out flawlessly! Highly sought out tattoo artist, my tats came out perfectly! Amazing person to work with!

Th
Review №48

Got a great tattoo there. Nice shop more like an art gallery with art work there from local artists. Artists there very nice and helpful with helping turn your tattoo into a living art work. Check them out you wont be disappointed.I

Jo
Review №49

Great shop, good friend who works here and has done all of my tattoos.

ro
Review №50

Slap did a great job at bringing my ideas to life and on to my skin, all of the work He has done has gone above and beyond. All of his artist are the Crème de la crème and it shows in their work, can’t wait to get get more work done by slapKeep up the good work guy

Sa
Review №51

Owner and artist, Ramiro Slap Guillen, has easily one of the most diverse shops in the area. They have a variety of styles covered. Everything from New School to realism to portraits can be found at Artistic Theories.The shop also doubles as an art gallery featuring art exhibitions throughout the year.Their friendly staff and modest pricing make it very welcoming to first-timers. After an extensive consultation, its impossible to walk away with anything less than perfection.At the moment Im working on an arm and leg sleeve. My next tattoo will be a full back piece. Artistic Theories is the only shop I would consider for such an extensive tattoo.

Ke
Review №52

Slap did exactly what I asked! Great experience will be back for another tattoo!

Mi
Review №53

Great art/talent, great group of guys and great atmosphere. All of my husbands and my body art done by Slap ️

Ti
Review №54

Great guys!! Shop was very clean and open. I would highly recommend Artistic Theories Tattoo. Wont go wrong!!

Ha
Review №55

Only place I trust to get tattoos done! So clean and such great artists!

An
Review №56

Very cool guys..they tell you everything you need to know and more. Very talented and each with a different style.

Ga
Review №57

Great shop. Awesome customer service and artists. I had a 2.5 hour session and Slap really made sure I was comfortable. Think i found my new tattoo home. Check them out!

Ea
Review №58

Love Slap, he has done several of my tattoos and I’m very pleased with each of them. He has become our family tattoo guy. ️️️️️

Si
Review №59

Helpful and all around friendly artist. The art displayed are amazing. Great place been here twice and its my go to, to get some amazing tattoos.

Ja
Review №60

Slap and his team are awesome! Best tattoo shop around.

Es
Review №61

The staff was great but sadly my tattoo was not. Very poorly done.

Mi
Review №62

AP did a fantastic job on a tough cover up. Highly recommend this shop and Alvaro.

Ri
Review №63

Thanks for your good job.. My first tattoo

Me
Review №64

Amazing customer service and personable artists! #lovemyink

an
Review №65

Best artists in the Area

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  • Address:247 Genesis Way, North Aurora, IL 60542, United States
  • Site:http://artistictheoriestattoo.com/
  • Phone:+1 630-340-3007
Categories
  • Tattoo shop
  • Art gallery
  • Artist
Working hours
  • Monday:12–9pm
  • Tuesday:12–9pm
  • Wednesday:12–9pm
  • Thursday:12–9pm
  • Friday:12–9pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:12–9pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
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