Black Square Tattoo

Love everyone here, have been tattooed by Rukus, Gav, and Meia multiple times each. I’ve got one from Louis and one from Noël, but I want more from both those cats. Always a good time. Pretty sure everyone does hand-​pokes as well!
I’ve always bounced around shops but I came here the first time just from window shopping and, being a fan of old-​school tattooing, it seemed like a good fit. Now I always come here, sometimes I even stop in just to say what’s up. Family vibez & all luv xo

Got my first new york city tattoo with Ryan. Hes so nice and friendly!!! The place is super clean with good music. I like this place! Definitely will go back for my second new york city tattoo !

Went in for a spontaneous tattoo with a friend a few months back. The service was great, the place is super clean and it stays open late. Knarly Gav is a funny dude. He graciously dealt with our request for matching diamond tattoos.

I had two great experiences here. Made friends with rukus and knarly Gav, they’re really cool. I got one on my neck and a big one on my arm. I didn’t have any problems and Gav was really helpful to me. Honestly, all the artists in here are great and gives rad tattoos. Can’t go wrong with black square.

Awesome tattoo spot in a part of Brooklyn that strikes a balance between fun and relaxed. I got my second tattoo from Meia. Really swell dude. Everyone in this shoppe is chill and super nice. All the artists have their work displayed and the styles are diverse and distinct. There’s a neat little zine library too, featuring all kinds of art and writings. There’s also some cool indie publications on the counter. The place is clean and it has nice vibe paired with a slightly darker aesthetic than most spots.
As for the artist I was with: I gave Meia a pretty vague description of what I wanted, and in a week he had a crisp drawing for it. When it came down to the actual tattooing, he stylized it in a way that made it even better. Throughout the session he was very cool, always making sure I was doing all right and that I knew everything I needed to. I ended it with a far more expressive tattoo than I thought I would, and the little details he puts even in the smallest tattoos really give his work personality. Just check out his instagram or flash book. I haven’t gotten any work down by any of the other artists, but my friends have and they all have nothing but great things to say.

got my third tattoo from Louis and it’s always a great experience at black square. turned out great. Louis is professional and easy to talk to about ideas. the shop is always clean and welcoming. really nice community vibe with none of the cred test cool guy shit you might find at another shop (or in like, a jr high punk scene). a great place to spend your money, will continue to recommend to friends and strangers online

Got my first tattoo here, and I must say that I’m in love with it! I gave Ed one of the tattoo artist a small sketch of an idea I had for a tattoo. He took the idea I had, drew something up for me and it was rad!!! He even made it girly, which I totally am. I love my tattoo and my sister and I are coming back here to get our matching tats soon!

great vibes here, all the guys do awesome work and are really chill. I’ve gotten three tattoos from louis and am stoked about all of them. prices are great too.

This is a really fun place to get a tattoo if you err on the spontaneous, quick ‘n dirty side of things. If you’re seeking a serious experience with an «artiste» in a sterile environment, this is not for you. The vibes here are professional, non-​judgmental and down to earth, and the guys here have a great aesthetic going (if you like graphic novels, you’ll dig their personal work). You should come in here with a pretty solid idea of what you want, and they will be happy to work with you. Don’t forget to check out the great assortment of zines!

This is a great shop, very clean, with great work. The artists who work here are always friendly and very helpful. I have gotten three different tattoos here from Lou (one flash and two custom designs) and I couldn’t be happier about them. The colors came out amazingly and the line quality is nice and clean. I don’t know how he does it but the tattoos I have gotten here have healed more quickly than any of the other tattoos that I have.

I I brought 3 of my friends here (for a total of 4 — yes 4) tattoos at the same time. We all go fairly small designs, but we still needed tweaking to our designs. Louis, Ed and Noël were all very helpful, professional, quick and kind. We were all very pleased with our tattoos and with the pricing. I’m sure I will be back — thanks guys!

I went into black square tattoo a little before their anniversary. I saw their flash sheets, loved Ed’s characters and decided to get one on my ankle. He was patient and thorough; about an hour in he finished the outline then took another 40 minutes or so coloring it in. It’s been a couple weeks now and it’s healing well. No hints or signs of fading or shitty line work. Ed is the man, thank you black square tattoo!

Hello all. This is what happens when you have a few. Great books in here. Go check it out. You will love it.

I’ve come here twice for Friday the 13^th specials — first time I got a tattoo and it was an awesome experience. I didn’t get a tattoo here for my second visit but my room mate walked away with some rad flash! All the artists I’ve interacted with have been super chill, down to Earth, clean, and professional.
I recommend this shop often! It’s become a favourite in the neighbourhood!

Cones

Rad spot, Rad people, Rad artists
Dont slip on this spot!

I’ve been tattooed here a few times by each of the artists. Everything looks great and healed well. I can’t wait to go back.
The best overall shop I’ve been in. You can walk in anytime and get a seat, and the prices are amazing for the amount of talent these guys have.
If you want a tattoo go to Black Square.
I took my little sister to Chris Lockheart for her first tattoo and he was great. He made her feel comfortable and didn’t hype here up before he started. Best shop.

I’ve gotten at least 8 tattoos at this spot, all from Reuben (like the sandwich) and have nothing but praise for the man.
The shop isn’t your typical St. Marks-​type place, either. These guys are way more focused on the customer and making sure you’re gonna be happy with your tattoo for the rest of your life.
Chat up the bearded owner while you’re there and you may end up cracking a few beers with him once the shop is closed.

This Tattoo shop really is as good as it gets! I recently went in to get a small tattoo in memory of my grandmother and saw Gaby. She did such a great job. Exactly what I wanted. What I loved most was that she really worked with me on making sure everything was perfect with the font, size, placement, etc. She didn’t rush me and she did excellent work. Definitely will go back here and refer all of my friends!

Tattoo shop/​Book shop/​Art space. .
Yet more than the sum of its parts. Creative & refreshing, this place is not like anywhere else i’ve been and definitely worth a look inside, even if you’re not certain about getting any work done.
Warning-there’s a lot of interesting stuff to see in here & you may come in to buy a book and leave with a tattoo!