"5"^^ . . "5"^^ . . "If it's going to be your first tattoo or on the last inch of space your body has left for ink I'm always going to recommend Black Line Studio if you're in Toronto. \n\nI read some of the other reviews, and I mean okay, that's fine not everyone is going to have a great experience everywhere but here's why I recommend this place. \n\nFor starters it's clean. This is a big thing for me, especially when it comes to tattoo shops. Also it has high ceilings and is bright. Which again, add to the whole being clean and open. \n\nI wasn't the one getting the tattoo however, this place still made an impact on me. So much so it's compelled me to Yelp! about it. Nevertheless, it was my friends first tattoo and it was going to be on their ribs - not a walk in the park for your first tattoo. The tattoo artist, whose name escapes me right now, was awesome to make sure my friend was holding up okay and was willing to give them a bit of a break when they'd ask. Just a really chill guy easy to talk with, you know all the little things that make you feel comfortable when getting a tattoo but not realizing it. \n\nThey also have a lot of merchandise here. So if you are waiting you can check out body jewellery, accessories, clothing and art so you'll be occupied. \n\nAnyway, it's been a couple months since my friend got their tattoo and I know they've been mentioning they're going to get it touched up a bit (obviously there is no charge for this) and overall they're really happy with it. \n\nJust a suggestion though (I noticed another review mentioned it as well) if it is your first tattoo remember to eat something before you go so you don't get light headed. Oh and if it's a large piece or in a painful spot make sure you take it easy a day or two later. \n\nOne last thing, they sell the aftercare soap and lotion there so you don't need to worry about that. They'll take care of you here if it's your first tattoo or your 100th tattoo."^^ . . "2011-08-19T00:00:00"^^ . "3"^^ . "12"^^ .