Southern Tattoo Society

Let me start off by saying I don't typically do negative reviews (especially with small businesses). But this experience was not a good one so it warrants one. So I had previously been to this shop twice and had a great experience with another artist. When I asked about a neck tattoo, she recommended A.One, since she wasn’t comfortable tattooing that area yet. I was quoted $200–$250 for the design I chose and paid a $100 deposit toward that total. My appointment was at 1 pm, he didn't start tattoooing until 3:30. When i got there I was told I needed numbing cream at an additional cost which he would add to my total. When it finally was time for me to get my tattoo he had someone recording for promotional purposes (I assume) without prior discussion, then was told to do an on-camera interview immediately after. Prior he said he would freehand parts of the design and did not give me a proper opportunity to thoroughly check placement in a mirror before starting (he just asked if it was upright). When the tattoo was finished, a camera was immediately in my face. In the moment, I said I liked it. I was excited to finally have the piece done and honestly felt put on the spot. However... once I got home and was able to actually look at it without a camera or pressure, I realized it was not what I had approved. It definitely looks like two different photos were layered and traced together. It just overlapped and was not part of the agreed design. Despite the original quote, I was charged $400, on the call he didnt say the price was changed he just sent it on a photo he wrote on the back of the receipt. I didnt notice it because i was already told 250. When I reached out afterward to address both the design and pricing concerns, he was dismissive citing video footage of me saying I liked it immediately after the session. The only solution he offered was to give 150 to the artist that suggested him, but also the same artist who said she wasn't comfortable tattooing on the neck so that wasn't going to solve my problem. Ultimately he refused any type of refund or resolution. There was no signed paperwork, no clear pricing breakdown (poor communication), and the final result was not what I wanted at all. So no, I don't recommend being tattooed by A. One unless you're ok with being disrespected, and want to have a permanent piece that it's not done well. Update: Thanks for your response. I do want to clarify that I did not use slurs or curse at all (thats just not in my vocabulary) and I have recordings of all the calls that can confirm your false accusations. Contrary to what you wrote, I was not given a choice regarding the numbing cream. I also did not get the opportunity to look at the stencil once the line work was added. (You just asked if the design was upright) My concern has always been that the final tattoo did not match what I expected and I felt pressured during the process, which was stressful since I have anxiety. I did not refuse a solution.. I simply did not feel comfortable continuing after the experience I had that day. I shared my experience honestly, and that does not make me disrespectful. My intention was never to return to the shop, which is why I left this review.

I have had multiple tattoos done here & each time Mckenna does an absolutely phenomenal job. She's super talented and I love how she will always help me with the placement to ensure that I will love my new ink. 10/10 recommend her to anyone wanting some awesome ink & chill vibes.

McKenna and A.One were incredible! We booked them for a surprise birthday tattoo celebration for a friend. They were accommodating, welcoming and did incredible work. Highly recommend!