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"Collin is the best! So talented and always a pleasure to chat with. Would recommend him every time"

 

Alex Mahlios

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"One of the best tattooers (Levi) I’ve ever had"

 

Alberto Mulero

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"Colin is the best! I’ve come here for most of my tattoos and I’ve never been disappointed. All my pieces healed really really well. Attached is my most recent tattoo that Colin absolutely crushed. Best shop around- so kind and friendly and knowledgable. Highly recommend!"

 

Halle Wilkening

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"Levi was amazing. He got us in late stayed to finish all the tattoos and was very patient with the payment process. Can’t say enough good things about him."

 

Mark A Futter JR

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"This is an amazing tattoo shop for walk ins flash deals and major tattoos! I have been receiving ink from an artist here for ten years now and I plan to keep on visiting this shop! Great music great practice amazing environment all around 100/10"

 

Cassidy Kjelland

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"Collin is one of the best tattoo artists I’ve ever had! He treats you with kindness the moment you walk in and you’ll be laughing the whole way through your appointment. He is incredibly patient with anything you want and will answer all your questions to ensure you feel comfortable. His art work is one of a kind. He offers a versatile selection of work from American traditional, Japanese, fine line, cover ups, and so much more!
If you are looking for somewhere to go with quality work, good company and a safe place to go - this is the place!"

 

sarah owings

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"I’ve been going to Collin for about 5 years now, there’s nothing he hasn’t been able to tackle, he’s done countless cover ups for me and from head to toe he’s got you taken care of with whatever your ideas may be, remarkable speed while maintaining a high class quality to stand the test of time. It’s a quality shop with quality folks, get down and get blasted or make an appointment online!"

 

Lucas Hayes

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"This Shop is amazing. Colin fit me in as a walk in. Very friendly and professional atmosphere. Got exactly what I wanted,which was a small tattoo of my first Grandson. He nailed it,and I’m very pleased with results."

 

Michael Pryor

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"This place is a hidden gem! Friendly artists who do quick, high quality tattooing at very reasonable price. I've gotten three pieces done there in the last two weeks, definitely going back for more!"

Donte Holloway (RoosterSauce)

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"I got my tattoo done my Collin and the whole experience was so amazing! I had the most fun and was so comfortable the whole time! I 10/10 recommend this place over any other!"

 

Fallon Baidenmann

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"Collin is fantastic! He’s done 5 of my tattoos (so far) and I can’t wait for the next one! He makes the whole visit enjoyable and entertaining-10/10 would recommend!!"

 

Lynsay Case

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"Always a pleasure getting tattooed by Colin! He's just all around a great dude and artist. I have brought friends with just to get tattoos by him!"

 

Christina E Gardella

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"Smivee is the MAN. Had me laughing the whole time I was getting stabbed. 10/10 would bang."

 

Colin Lee

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"Best place to get tattoos in Portland! Collin has done a few of my pieces and always creates great art and makes the experience more enjoyable with easy conversation! He always has great ideas and makes sure you get what you want! His prices are great, so tip him well!"

 

Madi Bilodeau

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"Smivee always offers quality service and at this point he's family!"

 

Kathryn Hutchinson

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"I have been going to Collin for 6 years and wow time flies! He is the best tattoo artist in Portland. Hands down. He has the most detailed, amazing work and I honestly wouldn’t trust anyone else as much as i’ve trusted him. He always takes my ideas and makes them his own and they turn out amazing everytime. Definitely go to Collin"

 

Madison Paquette

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Went to Smivee first in 2016 (hi Smivee we’ve known each other for over 7 years wow), and Collin several times this year. Now my brain hurts when I think about which one of these two exceptional dudes I should book with. Goal: have them both work on different limbs at the same time.

I’ve never met two more well-intended people who are ridiculously intelligent + dedicated in their artistic and personal integrity. And respectful of others but also absurdly hilarious! (please never stop with that, y’all) They are a million universes beyond other artists when it comes to the care required when etching art onto a body.

The focus, talent, and diligence are visible in the art they have displayed in the shop. But it’s as simple as walking in and saying “hi, y’all” to see how organic Smivee & Collin are in the real way they treat others & their work. They’ve mastered people, not just tattooing. Amazing and rare!

P.S. haven’t gotten work done by Levi yet but he’s included in this essay. He asks the right questions, has incredible insight on using tools in art that aren’t just your hands and mind, and is equally as hilarious as Smivee & Collin. Next step is to hire him as an illustration tutor. Thank you, Levi!!

 

Alex Turney