Tattoo and piercing shop · Philadelphia, PA · reviewed since 2025
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%94+65.1Reliability 31%91+28Experts Score= 93Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#5 of 19 tattoo parlorsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 78%
4.9★★★★★152 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
4.95★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
17%reviews answered by the owner
$84typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
Backwoods Art Studio (BWAS)Tattoo Parlors median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Backwoods Art Studio (BWAS): 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
94
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Backwoods Art Studio (BWAS): 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
91
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 89.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Backwoods Art Studio (BWAS): 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 40.–
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Star ratings
152 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars15099%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star21%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 144 written reviews
100%praise
Praise240100%
Complaints00%
Price
What customers reported paying
$84-47% vs typical tattoo parlors
Middle half of what 88 customers paid ($29–$170) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude8234%
Would recommend5121%
Speed & response4519%
Quality & results3414%
Price & value167%
Communication104%
Honesty & trust21%
What customers talk about
We read 144 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The timing was perfect 👌🏽, the shop was cleaned and spotless, the gentleman were very polite and professional and very courteous.”
“I would highly recommend checking JP out he’s the best hands down!”
“I called to inquire about dermal Peircing and ended up getting an appointment the same day.”
“They also provided thorough after care instructions that made her feel confident and comfortable.”
“JR walked me through the process, was very professional, and had very affordable prices!”
“JP explained everything very well and gave us a very simple & clean experience.”
“it was quick and honestly not as bad as i expected.”
People customers mention
Omar3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Backwoods Art Studio (BWAS) for 5 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
My experience was Phenomenal! I called to inquire about dermal Peircing and ended up getting an appointment the same day. The timing was perfect 👌🏽, the shop was cleaned and spotless, the gentleman were very polite and professional and very courteous.
The dermal bar I received went swell and quick! Jp was oh…
Paid $50–100
Emma1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Very accommodating when scheduling my group of 3 for ear piercings. JP explained everything very well and gave us a very simple & clean experience. I don't doubt he'll be able to answer any questions I may have during the healing process. Would recommend
Paid $50–100Ear piercing
sania6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Got two ear piercings and the process was quick and easy. The employees were also comforting and friendly
Paid $100–150
Talia1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
I got my bellybutton peirce today he did it so so quick and was not painful at all! 5 stars all the way. Amazing set up and is so nice inside!
Paid $1–50Service not listed
Ileiah2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
I came here and got a lower navel belly piercing 🩵 it was a breeze. Lovely environment and Jptatted has lovely customer service!! Very non intimidating environment for a first timer!! 😁
Paid $1–50
Des2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
I went to get my tongue pierced. Quick and easy. He was very nice and calm which helped me stay calm.
10/10 experience. This is the place you want to go !
My experience was Phenomenal! I called to inquire about dermal Peircing and ended up getting an appointment the same day. The timing was perfect 👌🏽, the shop was cleaned and spotless, the gentleman were very polite and professional and very courteous.
The dermal bar I received went swell and quick! Jp was oh so very gentle, I was so surprised 😮 it went that well I was ready to get more Peircings lol, I love my Peircing and I appreciate how I was handled today . I would highly recommend checking JP out he’s the best hands down!, job well done and thanks again
Price: $50–100
Amir Ballard7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Amir has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I decided impromptu to get a conch piercing today. JR walked me through the process, was very professional, and had very affordable prices! The space was very nice as well! I would definitely come back again!
Services: Conch piercing
Emma Wagner1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Emma has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Very accommodating when scheduling my group of 3 for ear piercings. JP explained everything very well and gave us a very simple & clean experience. I don't doubt he'll be able to answer any questions I may have during the healing process. Would recommend
Price: $50–100
Services: Ear piercing
Abby Inserra3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Abby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I came here and got a lower navel belly piercing 🩵 it was a breeze. Lovely environment and Jptatted has lovely customer service!! Very non intimidating environment for a first timer!! 😁
Price: $1–50
Des Tiny2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Des has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I went to get my tongue pierced. Quick and easy. He was very nice and calm which helped me stay calm.
10/10 experience. This is the place you want to go !
Price: $1–50
Services: Service not listed
Daniella Radchenko5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Daniella has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jp did my belly button piercing and the experience was really fast and easy! He went over aftercare and there was also pretty much no wait time. Definitely recommend
