Senaspace

I have been getting tattoos from Daniel for almost 2 years now. His work is awesome and he is familiar with many different styles. Plus he is a cool ass dude! The shop space itself is really nice and they always play great music. I won’t go anywhere else in NYC!

Went here at 5:30pm on a Thursday…1 star is solely because they were supposed to be open… Completely shutdown — sweet trip. Called number a few times and nothing. Tip to owners, maybe have an auto voicemail letting people know you aren’t going to be open, when your website (and everything else on the web) states you should be.

Beautiful work! My daughter and I love it! Daniel is talented and highly recommended!

Nice quiet spot to get work done

Love this place. David did an amazing job on my wrist tattoo. It was a cover-​up on 2 stars that I used to have. Unlike many other artists, he completely understood what I wanted and instantly went to work on it, showing me some personalized sketches. He’s an absolute visionary genius — I fell in love with the first sketch he showed me. Highly recommended to anyone who wants a beautifully designed tattoo. His fine artwork is also incredible!

Just finished my first tattoo with David Sena– a Japanese inspired foo dog full sleeve, completed in 7 sittings. I can’t recommend the man highly enough. The shop/​art gallery is warm and inviting, The staff is really nice, and the music is great. David is an amazing artist, in multiple mediums, with 18 years of tattoo experience-He’s also a really great person. Despite the pain, I was always upbeat to head to the shop for my appointment. There’s just good energy there. David is extremely professional, and he was always prepared for my appointment, even called the night before to confirm. My advice is to set up a consultation, and get on his list. Give David a general idea of what you want, and then let him create. You’ll be pleased with the result.
I’ll definitely be returning to David for more work soon, and recommend him without reservation.
Sean

Best tattoo shop in NYC, period. David is an artistic genius and anyone else working there (currently Daniel and Becca) is doing amazing quality work.
Senaspace itself is incredible. The space provides clients with a fantastic laid back atmosphere. No assembly line style tattoos going on here with 20 people tattooing at once. Theres no more then 2 people getting inked at one time, and this creates a highly personalized environment for all involved.
Why are you questioning where to go to get inked? Just go to Senaspace and get some of the best work done you can get anywhere. 5 stars!!!

This is my second tattoo by Mister Daniel Cotte and the man is an artistic genius he’s friendly, available and always does a phenomenal job and I have yet to be disappointed. I have sent friends and my boyfriend to him and they have all been incredibly pleased. Sena studio is intimate and calming and just an overall great space. The staff although are top notch and make the whole experience more wonderful. They’re funny and kind. I was able to see Mr. Sena himself tattoo and his work was impeccable. I would not go to any other studio in the city. This is the one and only.

As someone already said THIS IS THE ONLY PLACE IN NYC TO GET A TATTOO!!!
David Sena is the man and his visions and artistic abilities are simply amazing!
Have faith in him and his work and you will be rocking ridiculously hot tats!
Could go on and on but theres no point.
You want amazing tattoo work go run and see David Sena you won’t regret it.

After much research to find the best tattoo artist in the city, my husband and I found Daniel Cotte. Daniel is considerate, thoughtful, and seeks to fulfill your expectations as well as make his own contributions as an artist.
At my first appointment with him for a large back piece, he spent three hours adjusting the design to meet my very particular expectations. Twenty one sessions later, the tattoo is complete and absolutely phenomenal. He is a patient perfectionist who never sacrifices quality, and constantly strives for originality and creativity. Tattoos hurt, and Daniel was only ever supportive and encouraging, always looking for ways to make me as comfortable as possible (which is not very while you’re getting a back piece).
He’s a lovely person and a gifted artist, and my husband and I now travel from out of state to continue our work with him; when you find the best, you keep coming back for more.

Before reading this– note that I did ALOT of research on Unilocal for the best tattoo place and spoke with many over the phone. With that being said— your search stops here… Let me tell you why:
The artist, the décor, the aesthetics of the space — - everything is top notch! so cozy… and the guys are super friendly and welcoming! I
sooo… Here’s my story: I went in on a Saturday to inquire about covering up a tiny tattoo on my wrist (a white tattoo thats NOT white from a crappy place which I will be nice and not mention– COUGH)… ANYWAY… After talking with the guys and telling them what I would LOVE to really get… I went ahead and did it… and I am so F*CKING IN LOVE WITH IT!.. A beautiful quote on the inside of my left arm…3 lines, large… and just Beautiful!
Now, who’s responsible for this beauty? DANIEL IS!
… Daniel and I worked on the tattoo design for an hour and a half before moving forward. Its not just any olé’ font from the internet… its a combination of my handwriting and his handwriting… unique, legible, feminine, REAL ART…
and before we began— he made sure I was totally comfortable and 100% happy with the placement. Needless to say, I was.
Daniel is not only a fabulous tattoo artist, he is passionate and you can tell he REALLY loves what he does…
And that is why SENASPACE RULES and I now have the COOLEST tattoo ever!
5 STARS ALL THE WAY!

David just over the lines! Fantastic is the best I wish I hade more skin to donate to him! Plus his studio is just fantastic art show monthly!!! Super Sena!

Finally made it to the new shop for number three with David Sena, and what a lovely space! Clean, bright and filled with gorgeous artwork. The tattoo area is tucked in the back of the gallery and the feel mimics the rest of the space.
As always, great music in the background and David’s take on my suggestions were nothing short of amazing. Not to mention that while tattoo’s hurt, in the case of this session (and the previous two I’ve had with him) — he was sensitive enough to how the body was responding to the pressure of the needle and it wasn’t bad at all.
If you want great artwork, a relaxing vibe, friendly people all around and a great session — come here.

Unfortunately, I would NOT recommend David to anyone!!! Stay far away!!! This was my second tattoo and I am completely unhappy with the results. Because of what I saw on his website and all the reviews, I decided to fly in from the west coast just to see him. I was so unhappy with the end results that today I had my first appointment to have it removed by laser. During my initial conversations with David, I completely understood he was transitioning to his current address. He did not listen to any of my needs/​wants nor did he draw a design for us to work with. He just grabbed some markers, drew a general outline on my arm and went to town. Not what I asked for at all. I then went back for a touch-​up which he had the audacity to charge me for!!! I trusted David and was very unhappy with his work. Stay clear away from this scam artist.

After years of wanting a sleeve (first tattoo — go big or go home), I finally decided to pull the trigger. I began researching nearly every shop in NYC and looking at every artist’s portfolio. Ironically, I found David on Unilocal.After browsing his work, I knew he was the one.
I went in for a consultation back in March 2013 to discuss the idea/​size and set up an appointment in July 2013. For a custom/​large scale idea, be prepared to wait a few months for an appointment slot. In June, I went in for a drawing session where he doodles on you with a few sharpies to lay down some ground work for the final drawing. You will not see the final drawing until the day of your appointment. I know this may sound nerve racking but trust me, David does not disappoint.
My ¾ sleeve took 5 sessions (~15 hours) to finish. During some sessions I would think to myself, where is David going with this? Then BOOM, he hits you with some artistic gold.
Do yourself a favor and goto Senaspace.

David’s talent speaks for itself! I would even go as far to say he’s a genius.
After hearing about David through a friend, I decided to come into the shop to speak to David about getting a half sleeve dragon. Since the moment I stepped in, he was nothing but genuine and friendly.
Fast forward to the day of my first appointment October 23^rd, David had drew up an amazing dragon for me while taking into consideration all the ideas I had in mind.
David was able to accommodate my schedule and two more sessions after, we were finally done December 10^th.
If you’re looking to get some spectacular work done, David will not disappoint!

Exceeded my expectations. Even after reading these reviews. Great overall experience. And that’s the thing… anyone can fake it good enough for a good customer experience, but only those who genuinely are talented and invested in what they do can give you a great one.
I didn’t come in as an easy project… I had something reasonably large and tough to deal with and I wanted to cover it and start over. I had seen 3 different people and paid them for drawings over 10 years and never followed through. Lack of interest on their part, never meeting anyone I wanted to follow through with… whatever.
With every interaction here, I could tell this would be different. Treated genuinely and down to earth by David and already having respect for his work, i finally got something new and couldn’t be happier. If you have gotten this far in reading this… just go. You’ll be glad you did.

I recently got my first ever tattoo by David. I was incredibly nervous, although thinking about it retrospectively I had nothing to worry about. I did lots of research and knew David was the one I wanted to tattoo me. The studio/​art gallery is incredibly clean and his assistant Andrew was especially kind. I’m absolutely in love with my new tattoo, which is also placed perfectly on my ribcage. He’s not inexpensive but who wants a cheap tattoo? He’s honest and won’t drag out your time just to make extra $. It actually came out to much less than I initially thought it would be.
David is an artist first and foremost and his work speaks for itself. I have so much respect and admiration for what he does. He’s able to turn what he loves to do (and what he’s brilliant at) into a career, and this reflects in his work. I feel lucky to have had such a positive experience, and with so much enthusiasm, recommend him to anyone who wants a quality tattoo.

David Sena is a true artist.
I was fortunate enough to have him do my first tattoo over 10 years ago and have been spoiled ever since. His line work is always perfect. His shading is nothing short of artistic. His ability to translate exactly what you want and make it even better is uncanny.
His new storefront, SenaSpace is clean, friendly and perfect for tattoo first timers all the way up to old timers. The staff is great and welcoming… the music is on point… the front often has beautiful art hanging from all types of artists… what more can you ask for.
When you are getting something on your body that doesn’t have an «undo» button and you need it done right the first time… its worth checking out SenaSpace.

Really good place!
I just went to have a simple tattoo. they did it fast and exactly the way i want it. People there all friendly, and good place! Definitely where you should try