How 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%100+69.2Reliability 31%99+30.5Experts Score= 100Not 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.100SCOREThe Ivory Needle
Loveland, CO · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #2Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 49 piercing studios · 5.0★ from 144 Google reviews
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Customers hired The Ivory Needle for 7 kinds of job.
The Ivory Needle for tattoos
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I got my first tattoo with Chris and it was amazing. He was kind and thoughtful letting me go at my own pace with no rush. Definitely recommend!
Best artist in NOCO hands down. Couldn’t be more satisfied.
The best artist in Loveland, there’s no one better and there’s no one I trust more than this guy. Chris is a great artist and very professional.
Edit 2025: It's been 2ish years and I have gotten 3 more from Katie! I don't think I can go to another artist ever again! All other pics have been added! 2023: Chris and Katie are a wonderful duo! They have a pristine, comfortable, and organized environment. Katie did a wonderful piece for me that healed…
I got such an amazing tattoo done by Chris with my mom! It was so well designed and beautifully done!
If you’re looking for an artist that makes you feel comfortable, does AMAZING work, doesn’t rush you, and has the lightest touch (barely felt it), then go see Chris! I highly recommend and you will not be disappointed, if I could have given 10 stars I would!
Katie was absolutely fantastic!!! Her custom design and attention to detail with everything I asked to incorporate into my drawing and then made it into reality is beyond amazing!!!!
i love how my tattoo came out, my artist was chris and he did such an amazing job, really good customer service
Chris did a cover up of an old tattoo, and did a phenomenal job! To be more accurate, Chris was tasked with covering a bad cover job. His attention to detail and desire to make the finished product perfect resulted in a great finished product. He is very easy to work with, listens to what I wanted and envisioned and…
Chris is an absolute pleasure to work with for a tattoo artist. His communication, willingness to make sure the tattoo is exactly what you want, and his recommendations for placement and size were great. He’s very professional and inviting to be in his chair while getting a tattoo. The shop’s environment is…
Chris and Katie are absolutely incredible! From beginning to end process. Great communication, immaculate clean environment, friendly conversation and most importantly; precise artwork! They were able to accommodate my family and myself for our tattoos. I was referred to by a friend and they blew my expectations out…
Super job, did exactly what i was looking for. Very light touch. Hardly felt it. Would highly recommend anybody to get their first or 20th “tat” from Katie or Chris. They are awesome!!!
Wonderful cover up!! Would highly recommend Chris
Chris is awesome. He really takes the time to make sure the design is perfect. It’s obvious how much pride he takes in his work and cares about the outcome of each tattoo. He did fantastic work! Thanks so much Chris!!
Chris is an incredible artist and very professional. I appreciated his attention to detail, his ideas, and his communication before hand.
Had a wonderful experience. Chris was a wonderful human and did awesome work.
I recently had the pleasure of getting my first tattoo/ cover up. Chris, the artist, left an indelible mark on me (literally!) with his exceptional skills and dedication to quality. He did a cover up for an old outline tattoo and he exceeded my expectations. If you’re looking for a cover-up or any other tattoo work,…
Chris was amazing. He turned my idea of a tattoo into a memorial for my niece
Chris is an amazing artist! He did a coverup for me and it turned out amazing. He is professional, talented, knowledgeable, and really listened to what I wanted. He offered suggestions to ensure the tattoo would age well and look its best. Highly recommend him and will definitely be back.
Chris did absolutely incredible. He has a passion for the art he puts on you and doesn't stop until it's perfect. The piece he did on me is better than I ever imagined. He also kept conversation interesting and checked in frequently for breaks. It was a super comfortable and clean environment, thank you so much Chris!
Katie was a phenomenal artist who took her time to make my tattoo beautiful! She was so personable and made sure I was comfortable. She made the experience easy and really fun. Thank you so much for helping my vision come to life!
Best place to get my first big tattoo super friendly and very passionate
Katie did an amazing job on my tattoo! The tattoo has a special meaning for me and she made sure that everything was perfect! I will be coming back for my other tattoos. Amazing job. Highly recommend!
The artists were very helpful, personable and did a great job. It was a pleasure doing business with them. The tattoo turned out fantastic.
Katie was wonderful to work with! She took my ideas and created a unique fine line bee tattoo for me. She even completed the tattoo in under 30 minutes! During my time in the shop, Katie was very kind and repeatedly made sure that I was comfortable. I’d absolutely recommend working with her!
This shop was very comfortable and hospitable, very sanitary, and did amazing work in general. Katie and Chris are incredibly kind and made sure we left with pieces we loved.
Katie was super nice and quick with my tattoo. She made sure I liked the placement and look of it before starting, and then took her time to make sure it was exactly how I wanted. 10/10 recommend!!
I’ve always wanted to get tattoos, but was scared of how they would look after words…. But Chris and Katie were AMAZING! Katie did my first tattoo, I started off with a script and she was so sweet and helped me with anything I needed- and it looks great! Chris did my second tattoo (it was a big one!) and was so…
Chris helped me come up with a great design to cover a tattoo that I didn't love anymore. The whole experience was very easy and enjoyable. We had a consultation where we discussed what we could do for the cover up and he sent me a design later in the week. I asked if we could change it up a bit and he accommodated…
Katie did PHENOMENAL on my tattoo!! I absolutely love it! She was so patient and gentle! Her and her husband are good conversation and I’d definitely recommend to anyone!!! So amazing!!
My siblings and I got matching tattoos there (a couple of us were first-timers). Love the cleanliness, professionalism, and personality of both Chris and Katie (they made the whole process a total breeze), and the work was excellent!
Met Chris at a Villain Arts expo. Talked for a little bit and got a tattoo idea worked out. After seeing his drawings I was overly impressed and we knocked the tattoo out sooner than expected. Overall extremely happy with the entire process!
Did tattoos for my whole family and it was amazing! They truly care about the art! I recommend this to shop to anyone.
1000/10 Friendly staff excellent work and sterile and clean shop HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Beautiful arts, very talented, definitely recommend
chris was very friendly, a great artist and great pricing! I highly recommend this place! i went to this shop for the second time and got Katie this time. She was amazing, very friendly & an amazing artist! Also very reasonably priced! I recommend this shop to anyone wanting a tattoo!
Katie is beyond amazing!!! I’m so happy with the 4 tattoos I’ve gotten from her - and she will definitely be my artist for future work (along with her husband Chris for a portrait)! Katie is professional, fast, detailed and so personable. Her line work is also very crisp and clean - I’ve received so many…
Professional and a true artist!! Love my tattoo! Will post pics once it’s healed.
Katie is an AMAZING artist! Very clean shop, opens all needles in front of you, and it’s welcoming. She takes her time and is very patient. She makes as many adjustments with the stencil as needed to fit your liking. Her hand is light and she has no problem accommodating any needs! Her work is beautiful and precise.…
Wonderful people with so much knowledge and compassion of tattoos and their clients They really want you to walk out happy and completely satisfied with your tattoo. They actually care!!! My tattoo never scabbed up and they really cared about the healing process and my tattoo healed flawlessly and beautifully. I…
Katie and Chris are seriously the sweetest ever! Theyre shop is clean and sanitized and the atmosphere is always welcoming. Had 2 tattoos done by Katie and i havd the best experience. She took me in as a last minute appointment and really took her time. Not only trying to make the design just right but also a very…
I met Chris at a tattoo convention. He was kind, professional and extremely excited to give me a beautiful tattoo. Their booth was clean and organized. Chris was super friendly and well prepared to tattoo.If I lived in Co I would definitely choose Lundquist Ink for my regular artist!
I really like this tattoo studio. I’ve gotten two tattoos from Chris now, and they both turned out great. He does high quality work. They are also extremely meticulous about keeping the whole process clean and safe.
100% an amazing place. Super clean shop covered with amazing artwork done only by the artists there. Very welcoming atmosphere! Chris was my artist and he did an amazing job on my Freddy Krueger tattoo. Easy scheduling, great attitude. Very client based comfort. 5 starts hands down one of the best shops I have been…
Chris and Katie were extremely professional, accommodating and all around amazing! The shop was extremely clean and it was apparent both owners were very conscientious about sanitation. Great experience!
This was a memorial tattoo. Chris did such an amazing job. Such a pleasure getting tattoo work done by a professional artist. Loved it!
Katie and Chris are amazing! Their work is thoughtful and creative. Sanitary environment and awesome to work with.
Katie is absolutely amazing! Not only did she squeeze me into her schedule on short notice, but she does beautiful work! She is super sweet and very personable. She really listens to your tattoo ideas, meshes them with hers, and turns them into incredible art! I was so impressed that I've already booked my next appointment!
Had the owner Chris hook me up on a very emotional and very important piece of art I needed to have on my body it was a portrait picture of my one and only son who I miss more then anything in this world and without this amazing piece on my body I would feel like I lost a huge part of my self but Chris knocked it…
Katie is awesome! She does super good line work and is really good at what she does!! 10/10 would recommend
A true maestro of the realism and the needle Chris was able to bring life to my floral concept. He took the time and patience to design each and every detail the attention it deserved. If you want some real(ism) ink Chris Lundquist is the professional you need. -Pictures coming soon
I went in with a couple friends to get small tattoos and the service was amazing. Katie did an awesome job. I will 100% go back for another tattoo
If you’re looking for someone who does incredibly good line work and water color, Katie is for sure the way to go. I got my first color/watercolor tattoo with her and it turned out amazing! I fully trust her and her artistic abilities.The environment is great and super relaxed for those who are a bit nervous before getting their tats. 100% recommend!
Very clean and friendly shop, very reasonably priced! I can tell both artists want you to just have an overall great experience and that you're happy with your tattoos! Extremely happy with the small matching tattoos Katie did for my friends and I. Can't wait to get more with her!
I did a walk in and met with Chris. He got us in right away!! He payed attention to detail, was very friendly, and did an amazing job. The shop itself was very clean, and he opened everything in front of us. The pricing was ideal, and correct. I highly recommend seeing Chris!!
Great work! Awesome detail! Chris is a great guy to work with!
I went in for my first tattoo, let me tell you Katie is AMAZING!! she is so sweet and made me feel so comfortable through it! Chris is awesome too! They’re very passionate about their work and it really shows!! I love it there!
Great place to get a tattoo. Was getting my first tattoo and was extremely nervous and they made me feel really comfortable. They also helped me decide placement and I couldn’t be happier with the results. They did an amazing job and will definitely be back for my next tattoos!
Katie is great to work with and does an excellent job! I have a vine of flowers on the top of my foot with a flower for each of my grandkids. She added another one for me today, adding her eye for design to my request and the result was perfect! I’d definitely recommend both Katie and Chris!
Chris gave me the best tattoo I could ask for. Very personable and dedicated artist. I was getting a memorial tattoo and he finished the dream catcher my mom made with real falcon feathers, and also added ashes to the black ink to complete the tattoo. My first experience with an artist and definitely my last I can’t…
I got my first tattoo from Katie in late February. She was great at communicating in the time leading up to my appointment and helped me get my drawing absolutely perfect. My tattoo-getting experience was great, Katie was awesome and professional, and I am still staring at her work in absolute LOVE 2 months later. Thanks, Katie!
Chris and Katie are awesome artist, shop is like a museum of cool artifacts, its clean and comfortable. Atmosphere is very comfortable. If you're looking to get INK in NOCO this is the spot if i could give 6 stars i would
Chris is one of the most talented artists, I have worked with. His artistry, attention to detail and tattoo knowledge is shocking. He has the ability to take every idea to the next level. The piece he did for me is one of my favorites. I look forward to having more work done.
i have two big pieces from chris; the jellyfish on my calf & the first tattoo i ever got from him was a cover up back in July 2021 which is why i keep coming back. very genuine people, very caring with giving information on aftercare & insane at working with ink. i have an upcoming thigh tattoo piece that i’m very…
My tattoo by Chris Lundquist is stunning! Chris and Katie are true artists and amazing people!
Chris is an amazing artist and really cares how his work turns out. Would recommend!
Best shop, feels like a doctors office for tattoos, professional, clean, honest and great people!
If you’re looking for a tattoo shop that values cleanliness, this is the place! I felt that sanitary practices were at the forefront of what Katie does. She was also great about asking me what I thought, and more than willing to add, change, or darken lines.
Katie and Chris are amazing. I’ve gotten two tattoos from Katie and she did amazing work. She does really clean line work and my most recent tattoo from her she did great black work. I would definitely recommend anyone to go to Lundquist Ink because they are professional and both strive to make sure their clients love their tattoos.
I have six pieces from Chris, three of which are large, realist floral pieces. All of them are absolutely gorgeous- I feel so fortunate to have this artwork on my body for a lifetime. I recently moved across the country, and while I’ve gotten some small tattoos, I haven’t yet trusted anyone else to do a large piece…
Katie is amazing ! She is extremely helpful and informative. She makes sure you’re feeling okay and will adjust or accommodate your needs to make the experience more comfortable. The shop is clean and welcoming!
Very clean and professional. Amazing beautiful work. Chris did a gorgeous blue rose on my ribs that I absolutley love. Katie did a beautiful watercolor feather on my arm that I also love. I highly recomend getting tattoos here.
This is THE best places to get Ink. Very clean, Extremely Professional, Super nice people. Chris specializes in realism (absolutely fantastic). Katie is amazing at line work. If I could give 10 stars I would.
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Tattoos | 75 | $114–$277 |
| Tattoo design | 18 | $119–$290 |
| Fine line tattoos | 11 | $108–$170 |
| Female tattoos | 11 | $124–$469 |
| Color ink tattoos | 11 | $114–$271 |
| Tattoo cover-ups & reworkings | 8 | $132–$310 |
| Memorial tattoos | 5 | $126–$385 |
