I'm a tattoo newbie and I received my 2nd tattoo here. I'm not an impulsive person and I tend to research everything before I buy or use a product or service. When you arrive at Living Canvas, the first thing you notice is the clean shop's vibe and decor which reflects Mark's travels throughout southeast Asia. And the friendly receptionist who handles the paperwork efficiently. When you meet your artist for the consult, in my case Mark, you'll be impressed by his listening and art skills. He took my concept art and explained how he could improve it for my benefit. From what I saw and heard during my consult, his artists are also of this mindset and caliber. When it came the day for the ink, Mark was worth the wait. He's an interesting guy with intense focus who does incredible line work and shading quickly. From start to finish he explained what he was doing. I'm extremely happy with the results! I've already made my appointment for my next tattoo with Mark!