13 Black Cats

13 Black Cats, located in Plantagenet, Ontario, is a studio serving Eastern Ontario with personalized, appointment-only service. Specializing in custom tattoos, precision body piercing, body modification, and professional laser services, this studio offers bespoke body jewelry in premium materials, with on-site anodizing for custom colors. Committed to eco-friendly practices, 13 Black Cats uses compostable and biodegradable alternatives for many single-use products, absorbing these costs.

Practical Info

Scheduling an appointment is described as easy, and clients find the studio well worth the drive from surrounding areas. Practical aftercare instructions, including how to make saline solutions at home, are provided.

The Studio Experience

Visitors describe the atmosphere at 13 Black Cats as inviting, comfortable, and private. The studio maintains high cleanliness standards, often called “extremely sanitary” and “very clean.” Clients, even first-time tattoo recipients, feel at ease, reporting they “never felt rushed.” Staff are praised for their honest, down-to-earth approach and willingness to thoroughly answer questions.

The Artists and Their Work

The studio features Dylan Riverdale, an experienced artist in tattooing, piercing, and body modification. Dylan’s collaborative style transforms client ideas into permanent art. Visitors commend his skill in creating original pieces, performing touch-ups, and delivering “awesome cover up” work.

Piercing & Other Services

Beyond custom tattoos, the studio excels in precision body piercing and body modification, with Dylan as an experienced artist. Lulu also provides professional laser services, including hair and tattoo removal, plus advanced RF treatments for skin tightening and scar tissue repair. She is also apprenticing as a full-body piercer, offering clients the option of a skilled female practitioner.

What Customers Say

Clients consistently praise the studio for its welcoming atmosphere and professionalism. Cassie Steele highlighted that Dylan “knows his stuff and he’s not afraid of a challenge,” adding that visitors are “in the best of hands at 13 Black Cats.” Many appreciate the studio’s inviting feel, with one visitor noting the “neat and clean” studio and the “beautiful view of flowing water from the tattoo chair,” stating they would “never go back to a ‘public’ one” after experiencing a private studio. Krystle Deschene was especially pleased with the quality of work, stating that whether for an “original piece, a touch up, or a cover up,” she “couldn’t be happier” with the results and professionalism.