Hubtattoo

Michael Norris did my first tattoo back in 2009. I love it and I get numerous compliments on it. It still looks brand new after all these years. You can view it on the first page of his album here. The red devil girl vs the blue angel. It is located on my whole lower leg. Michael and I collaborated on the concept and he created the piece. I hope to come up with another concept to have Michael tattoo me again Soon. Thanks Micheal you are worth the booking wait.

Cora was kind enough to fit me in for a tattoo before I moved out of Austin, and I really appreciate it! It was my first tattoo, and Cora was wonderful about finding out exactly what I wanted, explaining the process, and walking me through how to care for it. The shop is great: clean, soothing, and full of interesting odds and ends. The tattoo itself looks fantastic, and I’m so happy I was able to get it done before leaving town!

I drove all the way from Midland/​Odessa to get tatted by John. We did our consultation over the phone and sent my idea/​pics via email. There is not much parking around so you will need to park on the side streets or maybe at the stores around the area and walk over. DO NOT PARK IN THE GARAGE, it is not for visitors. There are people who live upstairs in the top floor of the building and those are their parking spots. The shop it itself is very laid back and has a warm feel to it, like a little art gallery with the artists paintings and drawings on the wall.
There is a community restroom outside. You have to get the big ass heavy key hanging on the wall to access it. There is also a little health/​market/​coffee shop next door if you want to grab some food or drinks while you wait.
My tattoo came out amazing. I love everything about it. It is my first realistic tattoo. If anyone is looking to get a realistic tattoo I would definitely tell them to hit up John or any of the other talented artists in this shop!

World class in all departments. Mike did my first tattoo over 7 years ago. They still look great on my HANDS.
Hopefully he (and his crew) will continue helping me cover boring skin with amazing art until I’m out of real estate.

Currently working on a half sleeve with Randall, a.k.a. The Husky Jesus. The shop itself is beautiful and in a great location in East Austin. Randall’s work is amazing; I only had a couple reference pics to go off of, but he created a gorgeous design that incorporated all of the elements I was set on and flows on the body. He’s also incredibly personable and has a great touch with the machine which makes spending 2 – 4 hours in the chair such a breeze. My piece isn’t even done and I’m looking forward to the next experience!

Stepping into Hubtattoo is embarking on a new experience if you’ve spent any time in other tattoo shops. They’ve done an amazing job in creating an environment that’s comfortable, immaculate, and beautiful without being pretentious. These are true professionals.
Michael Norris tattooed me (my first tattoo in 5 years) and was not only supremely talented (if you look at his work, it speaks for itself), he was insightful. I had a clear idea of what I wanted and he knew how to execute my original vision in a way that exceeded anything I could have imagined, taking into account curvature of the body and perspective. It was all just great.
This is a place where you go if you want truly artful pieces. And on top of it, they’re just cool. There’s no attitude or judge-​y, too-​cool-​for-​school talk.
I saw other tattoos in progress on another one of my visits by Cora and Randall and they also looked amazing.
Conclusion: go here. They’ll help you create something more extraordinary than you thought possible.

Hub Tattoo is the most beautiful tattoo studio I’ve ever seen. The atmosphere is calming and everyone is very friendly. It feels more like walking into a spa than into the average tattoo shop.
I was tattooed by Michael Norris, who is a brilliant artist. I loved the design he drew on me immediately, which was surprising considering I’m a nit-​picky artist myself. But clearly, this comes naturally to him. He knows how to make the design work with a person’s body, how to make it flattering and flow beautifully with the muscles and curves. And on top of being supremely talented, Michael is a kind and humble soul.
The other artists are also wonderful and I highly recommend this studio. It is a peaceful place where not only will you get a masterful tattoo, you will be treated with care and kindness (something that, for me, was very comforting while I was in extreme pain;).

I’ve had a bunch of work done all over the world and Michael is by far the most understanding, caring and knowledgeable artist i’ve ever been with. He is no bull and will tell you up front what he thinks of concept and placement, which is something ALL tattoo artists should have the professionalism to do. We have all seen those «shouldn’t have gotten that» scenario. The shop is relaxed and comfortable for a really nice experience. Simply the best!

I give Michael Norris at Hub Tattoo 5 stars! I came in with an idea in my mind of what I wanted my tattoo to look like but gave him complete creative control (control is VERY hard for me to let go of) and I am 100% happy that I did. I have the most beautiful tattoo on my body and I LOVE it. The design is perfect and the colors are so vibrant and beautiful! I could never have imagined it to be more perfect! His studio is spotless and very nice, he is so personable and really takes the time to connect with his clients and make sure that they are comfortable. The other artists came over and introduced themselves and were super friendly I love Michael’s healing techniques, I have a large tattoo without any scabbing! I am so happy with my tattoo and honored that I have a piece of his beautiful art on my body forever!

John Perez is PHENOMENAL! Check out the pic I posted. John designed a rose and rose bud, grey scale, and we out it on my left rib cage wrapping up my shoulder blade. HELLO swim suit season 2015!

«First impressions matter. Experts say we size up new people in somewhere between 30 seconds and two minutes.»
–Elliott Abrams
I was completely blown away by this beautiful tattoo shop! It’s a total zen den with beautiful art and an all around amazing vibe! I didn’t want to leave after the initial consultation!
So here’s my story… I have vitiligo which causes depigmentation of skin and is quite noticeable on my brown Latina skin. So for the last 20 years I’ve covered them up with makeup or leggings never really feeling comfortable in my own skin. One day my brilliant boyfriend said, if you want another tattoo so bad why not cover those areas with something beautiful! My heart lit up and I immediately started searching for my artist! Patience is something I truly am working on each day I met 3 artist and almost got started immediately and then… I met Michael…
He was so professional and so savvy, he truly knows his art and took so many things into consideration that no one else did! I was already sold on his portfolio alone but our discussion opened my eyes to a whole new realm of possibility and I have more confidence in him and our future masterpieces than anything else.
I booked my appointment and although it’s months away I am excited and smiling everyday at the thought of what’s to come. Michael May not know this but he is going to truly change my life and how I present myself to this world, I’m so grateful the stars aligned this way, he’s an incredible artist & soul.

I understand and respect that he’s reached the point in his career where he can be selective with whom he works with and on which pieces. I sought him out specifically because I wanted him to take his creative freedom (I listed three objects that I wanted portrayed in any way of his choosing). While he has earned the right to be selective, he does not have the right to string people along with false hopes and if he does he should expect bad reviews. What this explanation says to me is «I really have no intention of ever doing this but I’ll keep you in the loop just in case for whatever reason I become desperate for work down the road.» Since my piece was obviously on the bottom of his list it would have been helpful for me to know that rather than waiting two years for something that would never get done.
In regards to my female friend, he claimed in a private message «I have no knowledge of whom you speak» …this just tells me that he must schedule good-​looking girls on walk in so often that he can’t keep up, all while stringing others along for years. Just proves my point.

Got a tattoo done yesterday by Randall, and I couldn’t be happier. I have to admit I was a little nervous when he told me he was just going to draw the outline directly on me rather than using a stencil, but he certainly knows what he’s doing. The tattoo looks amazing!
The environment is very comfortable and laid back. More like a living room than a tattoo shop.
I would definitely recommend Randall and HUB Tattoo.

I’m so happy to have found Michael Norris and hubtattoo. I fell in love with Michael’s tattoo work and paintings online. It got even better when I visited his shop in person. It’s unlike any other tattoo shop I’ve ever seen. It’s like being tattooed in a zen like laid back fine art gallery.
I’m getting my first tattoo and am jumping right in with something between a ¾ and full sleeve. I had my first 4hr session on Monday July 14^th and the beautiful atmosphere made it a great experience. I can’t wait for my next session in August!
I would highly recommend Michael Norris and hubtattoo. Thanks Michael!

What a beautiful tattoo shop this is. Not your run of the mill space. Mike has created a relaxing fine art studio.
Mike is such a nice guy and a gifted artist. You can rest assured any of the people he has selected to work alongside him are amazing as well.
Highly recommended. There are at of choices in Austin for tattoo artists, but this is the best!

Michael has been working on my tattoo for about 4 months now… And the experience can’t be put into words. Hub Tattoo is not your every day run of the mill tattoo parlor… oh no… it’s more like going to a luxury spa! The chill atmosphere helps to put the nervousness of being tattooed behind you… add to that Michael himself who is so pleasant and down to earth… he talks with you about your work, he will make suggestions (I recommend listening closely as he KNOWS what he’s doing) and he will put all he has into your tattoo. The process becomes a two person process so that your ideas and his can gel and you, the client, get exactly what you want… A very unique and thrilling art piece that won’t be duplicated. That, to me, is what tattoo is all about… If you’re considering a tattoo, you owe it to yourself to visit Michael at his shop and let him talk with you about your ideas… I feel very fortunate to be one of his clientele. Very fortunate indeed.

I recently had the pleasure of having my tattoo done at Hubtattoo. The skull that Michael freehanded onto my calf goes way beyond what I imagined. Originally I was thinking of getting a Da Vinci drawing but I’m glad I opted for an original Norris instead. He even incorporated my teeth into the design! Michael is not only an exceptional artist, (all around artist at that, his paintings are amazing), but he’s has succeeded in creating an unique, relaxed and positive environment for his many clients. I really can’t say enough about what a great overall experience I had at Hubtattoo. Thanks to Michael and do yourselves a favor and check out his shop.

Michael Norris is not only an amazing artist he is a remarkable person. I stepped foot in Hub Tattoo while having a leg piece worked on by one of his guest artist. I was blown away by the gallery that Hub Tattoo is. I knew well before finishing my leg that my next tattoo would be done by Michael. I contacted him on Facebook and stopped by for a consultation. He was so receptive to my idea and easy to talk to that it made me feel 100% sure that I had picked the right artist. It can take a while to get in to see him, but it is worth the wait.
Michael does not use a stencil; he draws directly on your body. This allows him to create a design that flows well and works with your body’s curves. He does not rush through this process; he makes sure that it is perfect. I can still remember the moment I got off the table to see what he had drawn on my arm… and then the moment it was outlined and then colored in. Each step of the way I was always blown away. The attention to the tiniest of details, choice of colors and his brilliant imagination has left me with a masterpiece on my arm. I am so pleased with the results that we have already started on my other arm.
Another really important part of the whole tattoo experience for me is my relationship with the artist. I really enjoy spending time with Michael. He can talk about an endless variety of subjects and always gives his open and honest opinion on everything. This is so great since you are working together for several hours. He also gives off a really calming vibe and you can always tell his attention is focused solely on you when you arrive and throughout the entire appointment. He also really cares about making sure you are educated on aftercare.
If you are looking for an amazing artist and tattoo experience, I highly recommend Michael Norris at Hub Tattoo. You can check him out on Facebook or on his website
. His portfolio speaks for itself.

If you were to blindfold me, tell me that I have no say on what the tattoo subject matter is, or where it will be placed, I would completely and totally be willing as long as Michael Norris was the artist to be doing the work. I went 17yrs inbetween tattoos due to not being satisfied with the results at other shops. Now after meeting Michael, we’ve done a chest piece and started my full back and thighs. I have not even the slightest doubt that I will continue to be a client, and no doubt about being satisfied with the end result. Michael is as professional as they come. His work and etiquettes prove so. If you want a tattoo, and by tattoo I mean a unique and beautiful piece of art by one of the best in the industry, I highly recommend that you get in ASAP to make your appointment.
–Matt Fuhrmann

So I literally looked for 3 years for the right artist. On line searches, looking through their portfolios of work, a couple of visits to tattoo shops, but never found what I really wanted. I knew what I didn’t want — I didn’t want that everyday looking tattoo art. I wanted someone uniquely talented, that stood out amongst a crowd of sameness. I found him on line, loved his work, and went to meet him. And that’s the beauty of Michael — it’s not about price, it’s about art and quality and the artist himself. He is an amazing individual, amazingly interesting, amazingly talented, amazingly funny, and I found myself connecting with him… wait for it… in an amazingly simple way!
Highly recommend him, but be patient — the secret is out!