4.8 (199)
272 E Simmons St, Galesburg, IL 61401
(309) 341-1111
hawkstattoo.com
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Maeve Smith
2024-04
Everyone is so welcoming and always make me feel comfortable whenever I come in. I love all of my tattoos and piercings that I’ve gotten here, and they’re very accommodating. Definitely going to get more tattoos here :)
Mathew Bainbridge
2023-10
I got my first tattoo ever from Hawk's last December. Not knowing anything about tattoos, I considered what I asked for to be quite simple, a realistic cell tower. Since, many have commented on how well it was done, including other tattoo artists. I went back in February for another type of cell tower. It was also done very well. I went back last night, and asked them to replicate a photo I had taken of an injured hawk while performing my work (on cell sites.) I am posting shots of all 3 tattoos and the photo they replicated. They flipped the photo so it would face forward on my right shoulder. Fawn did the tower tattoos, and Sam did the hawk. Both young women did phenomenal jobs at a price that you will not come close to anywhere else!
Brian Boyd
2023-05
I got my first tattoo from Hawk when I was 18! 33 years later I just got my newest one!!! I’ve never had problems with any of the work I’ve gotten done!! I’ve gone in with ideas of what I want, and he always comes up with exactly what I’m thinking!! Always have a great time while I’m there!! Can’t wait to go back!!!Services: Tattoo aftercare, Tattoo design, Tattoos, Memorial tattoos
Amanda Purchase
2022-05
People are wonderful! You just have to love Sam, show her and tell her what you're looking for and she delivers!!I will definitely be back for another session! ❤️
Liz S
2023-05
Amazing shop!! I can only speak for the piercer currently (as far as work) but she is so friendly and professional. Talked me through the piercing process and made sure I was completely ready before beginning. She took the time to get my bridge perfectly aligned with my features and existing piercings, she was even able to give me the placement I wanted! The tattoo artists also in the shop were all very professional with paper work and sanitation. Will 100% be going back and recommending!
William Morris
2023-05
People are very friendly and helpful, artists are very good and talented. Prices are very reasonable.
Johnet Stipp
2022-05
The couple tattoos I have had only been done by Sam and I’ve had 5 of 7 piercings done by Wendy and I definitely plan to get more work done by both ladies. The shop is always clean and feels more than safe to have this work done in. All of my body mods have healed wonderfully and look fantastic! I absolutely adore my tattoos and Sam is so fun to work with. Everyone at Hawks is very friendly and it is really easy to build relationships with them, especially if you’re going back frequently (which it is almost guaranteed that you will). Love your guys work and the environment you provide!Services: Piercings, Tattoos, Nose piercing
Summer House
2022-05
My husband came in to more work done on his arm. As always, it was a wonderful experience. The building is clean. They clean, disinfect/sanitize every station after every client. They take pride in their work and what they do, and it shows. They bounce ideas off of each other and continue to learn in their fields, epanding on their knowledge base, learning new techniques, and honing their craft. The staff is always friendly. The environment is easy-going making getting a piece done just that much more enjoyable of an experience. Sam always does amazing work. She drew up a wicked headless horseman to add to my husband's arm. After it heals, he will be going back to have the background put in around his whole arm to tie all of his different pieces on that arm together.
Ai Kobayashi
2023-08
Had my piercing changed here and a new one done. The whole process was easy and quick. Very professional atmosphere.
Megan
2023-07
Wendy was amazing! So professional and made us feel very comfortable. This is the only place I would go for piercing.Service: Piercings
Tyson McVicker
2023-08
The only place I’ll go to for any tattoo work. Sam and Hawk are an absolute blast to work with! I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Julie Helle
2023-12
Keep on doing the voodoo that you do so well 👏
Seattle Creasy
2023-08
Got a rook piercing and it looks great. Piercer was fast so pain wasn’t too bad. 100% RecommendService: Piercings
zachary Yocum
2022-05
I came to hawks for a cover up and a commemorative traditional tattoo for my nephew that was killed. Andria did my tattoos and did an amazing job! I tried to leave a lot of the art up to her and she killed it in every way! I had a couple weird asks and she hit everything exactly how I wanted! And not only that I feel the price I paid was more than fair for the awesome art I received! Will be back for more.
Chris
2020-05
Best tattoo place ever. My mom and I went in for a tattoo and came out with the best tattoo I have ever seen. Sam is an amazing tattoo artist. She is sweet and great at what she does. Please come here for tattoos. What a great place. Everyone is so nice. Prices are great also.
Nathaniel Bamberg-Johnson
2019-05
This place is the bomb. While I can only speak from my personal experience, and by extension, the quality may vary depending on what you get.That said, I would trust these folks with anything I wanted inked. Friendly staff, the perfect combination of playful and professional. I was so pleased I immediately made another appointment for some other work.Sorry for the novel-- I'm just enthusiastic about this place and the people who work there. 12/10 would (and am) go again.
Ery Neill
2019-05
I have been getting work(s) done by Hawk for 20 years, although I have known him much longer. I live more than 1000 miles away and plan trips back to town specifically to be seen by him. His knowledge, artistry, and demeanor are incomparable and unbeatable. Everyone I have met in the decades I have known him who hav apprenticed for him or worked beside him are also incredibly talented and capable. Absolutely recommend!
Whitney Pemberton
2023-08
Got a double piercing on one side of my nose. It was clean, had great prices, and I always love the environment!
Jeffrey Armitage
2020-05
As always, top notch artwork, great conversation, good tunes, and a very comfortable atmosphere. Hawk is a world known tattoo artist whose creativity is unsurpassed. An elite tattooist that will be included in history books for ions because of his effortless talent. The only downfall is the 6-10 week waiting period for an appointment due to his immense popularity, abilities, and workload. Very personable, Hawk has become a man I can call brother, a term I personally don't throw around except for those who are and will always be a true friend and brother.
Amanda Bricker
2021-05
Branden is an amazing artist! My cover up looks great! I will be back in a month for more work from him! Great personality and light handed too! Makes sure u are comfortable and cares.
Grace Little
2022-05
I went to get my tattoo on April 5th, 2021. Making the appointment and getting the tattoo was a smooth and easy process. I was overall impressed with my visit. It wasn’t until the tattoo fully healed that I started having issues. My tattoo artist (Sam) told me she was going to thicken a line on the tattoo and it’s way thicker than the rest of the lines. There are multiple spots on the tattoo that are like this. I didn’t mind too much, I just thought I would back and get it touched up. When I called they said they could do it and that they’d call me back with availability. This was in August, and I never received a call back. I called again about a week ago and they told me they’d call me back and didn’t. They haven’t followed up with me and whoever answered the phone seemed irritated and wasn’t super helpful both times I called.Service: Tattoos
Lauren Hippen
2023-05
Best place around. People are friendly. Wendy is the best piercer around. Fawn and Sam are great people. Hawk is a good dude
andrew n
2023-05
Went in and Fawn said she could do my rework. She had no game plan nothing. Hawk came over to talk and was kinda rude. I stupidly paid for the rest of the work and then no reminders nothing. So I should probably go in and ask for my money back because the work she did was garbage.Service: Tattoos
Erin Hines
2021-05
This was THE BEST tattoo experience that I've ever had!! My tattoo meant so much to me and Hawk did a wonderful job.. personable, interactive, creative... And real.. I just enjoyed my appointment today..I'd highly recommend Hawk's
Connie Heath
2023-05
Hawk is amazing! Does great work. Totally recommend him to anyone who's wanting some work done!!
David Lindsey
2023-05
"Fawn" is awesome. Excellent artist and great personality. Everyone at Hawks is friendly and professional.
Steven Dobbs
2023-05
Went to them with something I wanted for my 40th and got exactly what I wanted..everyone was friendly and will be definitely going back to get some more work done
Iratze Aceves
2022-05
First time going to Hawks and I am NOT disappointed. Wendy is an amazing piercer and I loved her vibe My piercings are so beautiful! I will be back again :3Service: Piercings
Raina Tedrow
2020-05
Best place to be when you need ink therapy. Hawk is family!!! You are truly missing out if you have never met the man or the family. Always a wonderful time when we go or just go to visit. This is my most current piece and he nailed it!!!
Sherry Nelson
2020-05
Sam did my tattoo of my dog's paw print on the top of my foot. It was the first tattoo I have ever gotten and I was very scared because people had told me it would be very painful. Sam took the time to talk to me and tell me exactly what she was going to do. It was a little stingy but not painful. She was great I love my tattoo. She made my experience a good one. Thank you so much Sam.
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1-11 PM |
| Wednesday | 1-11 PM |
| Thursday | 1-11 PM |
| Friday | 1-11 PM |
| Saturday | 1-11 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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