ALMA AZUL TATTOOS LLC — Local services in Arlington

I want to preface this by saying I understand when bad things happen, but I firmly believe in communication. My friends and I had messaged both on Instagram and via email. We received nothing through email even after sending followup emails, but they responded to us via Instagram for the July flash special saying we were able to come in as they accepted walk ins and appointments. We let them know the date and time we were coming in but when we got there, the lights were off and the music was off and there were only two people there and one of them was the sole artist. While we are appreciative that she moved her schedule around for us, she was very condescending. We had an inkling of an idea that something was going on but we were told nothing and there was nothing on the Instagram or Facebook indicating there would be any issues today, so as far as we were aware, it was a normal business day. I'm sure the artists here are wonderful but we had a difficult time with the sole artist in the store especially after driving an hour just to get there. We were offered an alternative but her word choice genuinely made it seem like she was rushing and didn't really want us there. She said she'd just slap the design as well as that she'd take us at five and get us out of there. Overall they weren't really even prepared for the flash. They had no premade stencils like most parlors with flash designs and the designs in general were just dark more detailed than what the 1x1 and 2x2 parameters would allow. Unless you go with 45 for the 2x2, you're better off not getting a tattoo as they're all far too detailed for that small of a design and we were told that they only make the 2x2 just a...

VALERIE & JOSE 🫶🏻🤘🏻👽🤠 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (10 out of 10)

Dear Earth, 😉

I’ve had several tattoos from many great artists over the years. I have loved all of these beautiful artists, but getting tattooed by Valerie at Alma Azul has been a completely different experience. From the moment I walked in the door, I felt safe, comfortable, cared for, and seen.

Valerie has this incredible way of blending professionalism, artistry, connection, and heart. Our conversations flowed effortlessly, deep, rich, and meaningful. She listens with real presence and responds with such warmth that it felt more like a soulful exchange than small talk.

Not only did she give me my favorite tattoo I’ve ever had, but she also created and delivered the most enjoyable tattoo experience I’ve ever had.

And a special shout-out to Jose, the visionary and mastermind behind Alma Azul. His charisma and leadership have clearly shaped an environment that’s calm, inspiring, and full of good energy. The whole shop has a chill yet electric vibe that makes you want to stay and soak it in.

Thank you, Jose and Valerie, for creating something special here. This place, and this experience, was unforgettable.

See you soon!

With Love & Appreciation, Justin Dale...

Alexa is seriously an amazing tattoo artist! She puts so much heart and soul into her work, and you can totally see it in every single piece she creates. She takes the time to really understand what you want and then makes it even better than you imagined. Plus, she's super friendly and welcoming, so you feel totally comfortable hanging out in her studio while she works her magic. Whether you're getting something small and delicate or a big, bold design, Alexa's attention to detail and creativity shine through in every single tattoo. Trust me, if you're looking for someone who's not only crazy talented but also genuinely cares about making your tattoo dreams come true,...