Best tattoo experience I've ever had!! I have been getting tattooed since my Marine Corps service in the 90's and have been through many shops. Some I liked and others I would not go back to. BST has been the most professional, friendly, and clean shop I've been to. I did a lot of research on every reputable shop in Charlotte and decided to check in personally with a few. Some were unorganized and one had me stand around for 45 minutes to talk with someone. BST was the 3rd shop I stopped at and I instantly felt at home. I told Ryan at the counter that I was interested in getting a traditional Japanese dragon and she said Dave Scearce was the man to speak to. After speaking with Dave I knew I had found my guy. We set up 4 appointments. While waiting for my first appointment I emailed Dave a couple of times with ideas of what I might want and Dave would always answer. This meant a lot because my last artist would not answer emails. The shop called me a week before to remind me of my appointment like a doctor's office would. Very professional and courteous. When I got in to see Dave for my first appointment he knew what I wanted from the consultation and emails and we got started. He drew the dragon on and listened to what I wanted to add, like maple leaves and realistic eyes. When I looked in the mirror it took my breath away. He took my ideas and ramped them up to a level I never could imagine. While getting tattooed the other artists would check in to talk and all of them are professional and cool. They do everything they can to make sure you are comfortable. They bring you water or ask if you're hungry. Ryan leaned in last session and asked if I needed anything from Panera while she was there. I have now done 4 sessions with Dave and the tattoo is the best one I have. For me to say that says a lot. I am a tattoo snob (HaHa) and have some art from very well-known artists. Do yourself, and your skin, a favor and check these guys out. You will not be disappointed.