Artistic Creations Tattoo Studio, Kailua-Kona HI

Embarking on the journey of a 10-hour tattoo might sound daunting, but with Dave at Artistic Creations in Kona, it was an unforgettable experience that exceeded all expectations.

From the moment I stepped into the studio, the atmosphere was vibrant, yet soothing – a perfect reflection of the artistic haven it is. Dave, the mastermind behind my tattoo, demonstrated an unparalleled level of skill and expertise that left me in awe.

What sets Dave apart is not just his speed, but the precision with which he works. The intricacy of my design was handled with finesse, and every stroke seemed to flow effortlessly from his capable hands. What could have been a grueling 10 hours turned into a journey of artistic collaboration, where Dave's passion for his craft shone through.

One of the most remarkable aspects of Dave's technique is his soft touch. Despite the duration of the session, I experienced minimal discomfort – a testament to his ability to make the tattooing process surprisingly comfortable. In fact, the entire 10-hour session resulted in only one tiny speck of blood, showcasing Dave's meticulous attention to detail.

Artistic Creations in Kona isn't just a tattoo studio; it's a destination for those seeking a blend of artistry and professionalism. The ambiance is welcoming, the artists are passionate, and the results are nothing short of spectacular. If you find yourself in Kona and contemplating a tattoo, look no further – Dave at Artistic Creations is the artist you've been searching for. Your journey to extraordinary body art begins here.

Nickel was great. Very patient and detailed. She did a great stencil from my notes and gave me exactly what I wanted. I had a tattoo done here back in mid 2000s and it was also great. Sitting for 2-4 hours and it flew by. I will go to her again!

David has the best place in Kona! Very congenial environment and made the whole experience fabulous.

Dave was fantastic! Being a tourist and not knowing much about artists in the area, I called around to several places and decided where i'd be going based on the artists personality. If you can't appreciate a sense of humor, he wouldn't be the guy for you. I'm in love with my golden pothos. He payed attention to the details and it's above and beyond what my expectations were.

We got our first tattoo from this place and Adam and Joe made a cute little wave on our feet. It was beautiful. They talked us through the whole process to ease the pain since it was our first tattoo. Totally recommend it.

I was very disappointed in my visit to this shop. It was an extremely unfortunate experience. Dave left us waiting over 3 hours and didn't bother to apologize. The shop was very dirty and disorganized, but most of all Dave was a very rude person. He asked for photos but didn't bother to use them, he blamed everyone else for his lack of attention, he actually got a little mean- to the point where I just stopped talking to him at all and just wanted to get through it and get out.

He didn't place my tattoo correctly and claimed he would fix it while he went. He literally asked me to stop watching him and then didn't do the colors I wanted. I have multiple lines that are way too deep and still painful. In the end, even though I am not happy with my tattoo- my time being around Dave and all of his negativity still bothers me more. What a bummer.

Diamond Dave for the win! If you’re in the area and want to have some great ink done, look no further than Dave, i came into the shop to get my first tattoo done but I have a skin condition so I wasn’t sure how my skin would react. He was very helpful and cooperative with my curiosity and did a test run with no ink, don’t know many artists who would take the time to do that. Great artist 10/10.

Dave gave me my first tattoo, and what an experience. He made me feel welcome and comfortable. Price minimum here is $75 and they only take Venmo or cash so come prepared! Highly recommend!

One of my favorite tattoos! Dave was so friendly and funny. If you don’t have a sense of humor then probably shouldn’t go here but probably shouldn’t get a tattoo anyway. His tattooing was light and I did the back of my neck. Wasn’t painful at all. Beautiful!

Our boys got their first tattoos with Dave and it turned out amazing! Extremely professional. Dave is an intelligent man enjoying his aloha life. You'll have to ask him about his background. I'll be coming back for my tattoo!

Very clean place. Dave did my tattoo and he is very skilled, friendly, and professional. He knew exactly what I wanted with just a quick description and his hand was light and not painful in the shading process. He also talked my friend, who was interested in her first tattoo, through the whole process and answered all of our questions in detail. Much appreciate, Dave! Mahalo.

B (Brandon) was professional, honest and good natured. He's been doing it a long time and shot straight with me. I wished him luck and got out in an hour. I'll be following him in all his future endeavors and he's given me a souvenir i will have forever. A perfect memory for a wonderful vacation.

Brandon was way cool and fast. If I ever come back to the island I'm going to see him again and get another

Dave was amazing, great sense of humor made the youngster feel comfortable for her 1st tattoo. Brandon kept the conversation going. Our destianation tattoo was everything we had hoped for and then some. Mahalo Dave and Brandon