Primal Decor

I scheduled a consultation with Luis for a tattoo. The consultation went fine and I was excited to get my tattoo fixed. He told me to research what I wanted and send him some pictures so he could draw it up for me. Well I sent him an email with a ton of ideas and didn't get a response. After waiting for 2 weeks I emailed him just to double check he received it and he confirmed he did. That was the last I heard from him. 4 emails later and 2 months with no response and I have gone elsewhere. I felt like he didn't feel like my tattoo was worth his time and just blew me off. Not very professional in my opinion

I’ve been coming here for a couple years now because I absolutely love Dan’s work, he’s done 3 tattoos for me and even after moving 5 hours away I still make the drive up whenever I want a new one because I trust his work and love the environment at Primal

If people are going to give this place one star they should really explain why. I have been going here since I was 15 and am now 20. I have gotten all of my piercings and tattoos done by the fabulous staff and recommend Primal to everyone I talk to about body modifications. Clean, educated, and wonderful energy and great personalities. No where else can compare!

One would probably consider me well-seasoned at this point. I have visited 9+ different shops for more tattoos and piercings than can reasonably be counted, and none of them come close to the experience at Primal Decor.
For one, it is private. They do not use screens or booths, or just have open space-- They actually have separate rooms. If your piece requires any amount of undress, this will likely be a comfort. Even if that is not the case for you, it is definitely nice to avoid the passers-by creeping up mid-session to comment and observe.
Their equipment is also very professional, something I did not appreciate until I went to a different shop, and an artist stuck a paper towel and saran wrap over their finished work. Primal also uses designated chairs, if I remember correctly, and it will make a difference as far as comfort goes.
Their selection of jewelry is pretty great, and they do in-house anodizing. My misgiving here is that I have run into the same quality of starter/standard/no-frills jewelry at a less expensive price, but that was in Portland. That aside, the head piercer will work with you on complex projects, and is a seasoned veteran, making the entire process pleasant and smooth.
I have only been tattooed by Luis while here, but I can highly recommend his work. He is excellent at script, and also trees. I have also gone in for dotwork, and been pleasantly surprised by his technique and lack of hassle. The piece he has done with very delicate linework gets compliments nearly all the time. Luis is always quite speedy about things too (Id est: Does not feel the need to take a break to smoke, can go from line work to shading immediately, et cetera), and the rates are very reasonable for the excellent quality. Have a clear goal, and communicate it, and your tattooing experience will go as well as is possible.
Shout out to the counter staff, who make an effort with names and pronouns.
250+ miles away, and I still want to go back.

They did my cartilage and nose piercing and I love them! They were very professional, clean and answered all of my questions (even the dumb ones!) If I get another piercing, I’m definitely going to them. ❤️

Was working on a 3/4 sleeve with Luis and told him I wouldn't be in town long so I'd need to get it done kind of fast. He said no prob and I'd get priority over first time customers once we get started. That ended up being not true because it took 6 weeks to get my second appointment. I usually only get one month notice at my job and, unbeknownst to me, is usually booked up to a month in advance. Tattoo was coming out ok, not my favorite but it still isn't even finished, and on my last appointment, after making several attempts at scheduling it with him after he swore he would work with me to get it done (I'm driving in from SF to let him finish it) he ends up screwing up my appointment by scheduling it on the wrong day. I had already planned on driving back from the city to Eureka to get it so I booked a hotel. So now I've got to find someone in the city to finish my tattoo (not happy about that) and got screwed out of the $80 for the hotel since he thinks thats my fault and not his. The people at the shop are nice, I'll give it that, but I would go somewhere else in the area for a tattoo because I know there are better shops around than this one. Also, the tattoo artists should use a timer or something because they'll charge you for the time it takes for them messing around talking to you and getting ready. Overall, I'd avoid this place

Valente pierced my nose. I haven’t had a piercing since I was 9. He was the most calming wonderful guy! He was extremely nice and very professional. He was precise and made sure it was perfect. The pierceing was flawless! I honestly can’t say one bad thing except..it HURT! Haha!

I got my first tattoo here done by Dan Dozier. I can't imagine a better place to get one done. All of the staff members were very nice and informative. A few of them even came in during and after my session to see the tattoo. Dan did an amazing job turning the idea that I came to him with into a tattoo. It looks better than I ever could have hoped. My only small complaint is the lack of a chair in the room. Having to lay flat on my stomach with my arm out stretched for 2 hours got a little uncomfortable, but other than that my experience was perfect.

Been getting tattooed and pierced here for over a decade. I love Jennifer and the staff. Super friendly all around just amazing people very helpful and are super sanitary.

Dan did a bee tattoo for me. I specifically told him I did not like one of the colors he wanted to use for the flower. The tat was going around my elbow so I could not watch what he was doing. Not only did he use rhe ugly color I told him not to use, he also put fat, sloppy green ink lines where it was supposed to be black fine lines. The bee disappears into the flower. Its the worst tatto I have ever seen. When I called to complain what a horrible job Dan did, I was told if I ever stepped foot on their property again they would call police. Dan has done some nice tats, just not great and in my case he did a lousy job. He acts like he should have artistic freedom. Hey Dan, if you want the say in what and how you do art, buy a canvas and have at it
But when you are using human skin, do what you are told. Arrogant to say the least.