World Famous Blue Horseshoe Tattoo and Piercing

World Famous Blue Horseshoe Tattoo and Piercing, located in Portsmouth, Virginia, is a popular studio offering diverse tattoo and piercing services. Clients consistently commend its welcoming atmosphere and professional staff, who strive to ensure a comfortable experience for all visitors.

Practical Info

While walk-ins are often accommodated, clients suggest calling ahead due to popularity. Visitors have offered feedback on policy sign placement, such as the “no children” notice, suggesting it be at eye level by the front door. Some clients reported communication issues regarding artist sketches, appointment cancellations, deposit refunds, and identification requirements.

The Studio Experience

The studio is praised for its clean, safe, and sanitary environment, including private rooms, and is currently undergoing renovations. The team is generally described as friendly, knowledgeable, and professional, aiming to put clients at ease. Isolated concerns have been raised regarding unhelpful front desk staff or issues with artist hygiene and technique during tattoo sessions.

The Artists and Their Work

Artists at World Famous Blue Horseshoe Tattoo and Piercing are highly praised for their skill and professionalism. Eric and Shayna offer kind guidance, Tatman creates unique designs, and Brian delivers precise work. The studio provides aftercare and free touch-ups for life. Still, some clients expressed dissatisfaction with results, artist misunderstandings, or rude behavior regarding design preferences.

Piercing & Other Services

Piercing services receive widespread acclaim, highlighting piercers such as Steph, Jeremy, Dan “The Piercing Man,” and Biscuit. Steph is celebrated for her quick, professional, and thoughtful approach, making nervous clients laugh. Jeremy is described as phenomenal and gentle. Dan “The Piercing Man” is extensively lauded for his amazing, knowledgeable, and precise work, thoroughly explaining processes for various piercings and often making the experience virtually painless. Services include jewelry changes and piercing check-ups, though some clients reported issues with jewelry not being securely tightened.

What Customers Say

Many clients appreciate the welcoming nature of the studio, with one stating, “I love how welcoming this place is, great prices, and the overall atmosphere.” Steph, a piercer, receives high praise; one visitor highlighted how “Steph made the experience so quick and easy” and had them “laughing right before we started.” Another client, after her daughter’s nose piercing, lauded Dan “The Piercing Man” as “absolutely amazing along with the staff” and added that he “made it epic.”