Two Cranes Tattoo — Local services in San Francisco

One of the sweetest tattoo experiences I’ve had with my artist named Jamie (beeso_tattoo) at Two Cranes! If you get a chance to work with her, I can guarantee you’ll have such a great experience. She is super patient, attentive and really wants you to be satisfied with with how your tattoo looks on your body. She’s also very reassuring so if it’s your first time getting a tattoo, you can rest-easy because she will give you a great atmosphere. I only got her flashes this time around (but still so perfect!!) so I will be coming back for a custom (and more flashes 😅). Her work is beautiful and her energy is just as lovely! Jamie will most likely be my go-to artist even if she’s two hours away from where I live.

April 3, 2022 update: Came back for another tattoo session with Jamie and brought along my bestfriend to get a bff tat together- a crane to be exact! The experience was comfortable and so welcoming (as always). Jamie did so well on my bffs’ tattoo although it was on his rib- he barely felt any pain for majority of the tattoo (she is super light-handed). When it was my turn I had a breeze with the tattoo and it came out so lovely! She is always trying her best to keep her clients comfortable and relaxed. There was a little mishap and one of my other tattoos wasn’t correlated with the time and Jamie was still able to fit in one of her beautiful flashes although I know she was super tired. I’m so appreciative of her and for making my second visit and experience so worth while. Her art and skills really shows that she loves what she does and she’s great at it as well. Will visit soon...

Unprofessional and inconsiderate of clients' time: I booked an appointment with Christine, and I take full responsibility for not realizing the a rib tattoo would require more time than the slot I originally chose. That's definitely on me. However, she did not reach out to me before the appointment about this detail, so I show up to my appointment thinking all is well. At this point, she mentions that 2 hours is likely not enough time (fair enough) and asks if I would consider getting the tattoo in another location; she also mentions that she had "considered sending me an email" but decided not to (???)

It was just incredibly frustrating for me to spend over an hour on public transportation (one way) to have a conversation that could've easily been had over email. It truly felt like she was being disrespectful of my time, and it was very off putting and left a bad taste in my mouth. Whether or not it was intentional, I felt like I was being pressured to say yes to simply getting the tattoo in another location when I was there in person, and I would not feel comfortable returning.

Again, very valid and reasonable concerns were brought up, and it's on me for accidentally booking a shorter appointment initially -- but there was no reason we couldn't discuss this over email. Although Christine's work is beautiful, and I love the cultural art she does, given my own background, this experience has turned me away from ever wanting to book another appointment with her.

Please be respectful of people's time, and I wish you the best in your scientific and tattooing career...

I recently had the absolute pleasure of visiting Two Cranes Tattoo, and the experience was nothing short of stellar. From the moment my father, sister, and I stepped into the parlor for our walk-in appointments, we were treated like valued guests, rather than mere customers.

From the start, the welcoming and friendly staff gave a sense of professionalism that instantly eased my initial anxieties, especially considering it was my first time getting a tattoo.

Now, let me take a moment to praise the qualities of Marcus, the exceptional artist who undertook my rib tattoo. Despite the notorious difficulty of this particular location, Marcus showed an impressive level of skill and proficiency.

His patience, artistic talent, and professionalism turned what could've been an intimidating experience into a pleasant journey of self-expression. The tattoo was completed efficiently, and the result was nothing short of breathtaking. Marcus genuinely excelled in translating the image I brought into an exquisite piece of art that I'm now proud to wear.

The rest of the staff were also incredibly genuine and respectful, making sure we felt comfortable and valued throughout our visit.

For anyone considering getting a tattoo in San Francisco, whether it's your first or one of many, Two Cranes Tattoo should be at the top of your list. This tattoo parlor truly represents a unique and personal journey, one that left an indelible mark on me - both literally and...