Hold Fast Studio

I cannot even put into words how impressed I am with Mark Heredia’s work. I came into Hold Fast and had a brief conversation with Mark regarding my idea. He listened, asked questions, and had me send a few pictures/​ideas to him after our discussion. Let me put it this way, never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined my «idea» to come out as AWESOME as it is. He literally took 8 different different themes I wanted incorporated into my tattoo, and created such a unique work of art, I am simply blown away. I cannot wait to get this finished and begin adding color and shading to my half-​sleeve. If you want an amazing tattoo that brings your idea’s to life, go to Hold Fast Studio. These guys are awesome and will not let you down.

Hold Fast is dope!
A little on the expensive side but all of the artists are very talented.
TONY tattooed me. I walked in intending to make an appointment for the future, but because of a cancelation he was able to fit me in immediately. So that was rad!
Tony was sweet, he kept up good conversation, and he is an absolutely incredible tattoo artist. Not to mention a total fox!
I love my tattoo! It’s probably my favorite one yet!

Clean, attentive, creative and passionate — what more could you ask for? Dylan did a fantastic job on my two small tattoos and was very accommodating. Shared my idea with him and he helped crafted it into an amazing tattoo.
Super happy and I’m healing nicely!

TONY DUONG IS THE MAN! I came to him for a cover up, and he was the PERFECT artist for the job! My original tattoo was so deformed and crooked I was embarrassed to show it in public. The new tattoo he did for me is simply stunning. He took it from pitch black angel wings to a full on colored dahlia flower. The shop is very clean and well decorated, and it was very easy to book an appointment. Tony was incredibly patient with me through the whole process, and I couldn’t imagine ever getting a tattoo from anyone else ever again! Five stars!

This review is for Dylan. I went in for a cover up of a small heart on the back of my neck just a few days ago. I knew I wanted a dahlia flower but just had some vague ideas of how it should look. I sent Dylan a few pictures in the weeks leading up to my appointment so he could see what I was thinking. He listened to what I wanted and added some of hi own touches that I hadn’t thought of but look amazing! Definitely see him if you want an awesome tattoo that you’ll be proud to wear! On the plus side also is that this is a great shop. Everyone seemed friendly and there’s a pretty comfortable feeling all around.

My daughter and I went in to Hold Fast Studio to make an appointment for matching tattoos. We had a short chat with Mark Heredia, explaining what we liked. He took notes and exchanged numbers after making an appointment. In a few days when we came back, Mark had a fantastic design for us. We both agreed and the artist began his work.
Mark keeps a very clean work space and has a very light touch. He finished inking both us in a timely fashion. No stopping what so ever.
All in all, my daughter and I love our matching tattoos. They mean a lot to both of us .
Mark Heredia’s art work is fantastic…
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Look for Jesico! He’s done every single one of mine and I have absolutely nothing to complain about — the guy is a true artist, he’s very professional, and he’ll work with you every step of the way! Anyway, this place is huge, it’s clean, and cool ass people working there! Highly recommended!

Three sessions and two more to go! I’m writing this review for Tony. He’s been doing a great great job on my ¾ sleeve (first tattoo btw) At first I had no idea what to expect or how to feel since it’s a pretty big piece to start with.
The first two sessions was a pain but since he kept a conversation going the time passed by super fast and was not that painful– 6 hour first session and 7 hour 2^nd session straight.
I love that his number is always available if I have any questions. Can’t wait to finish this one up and get more from him. Definitely going to recommend other people to him!

I went to this tattoo place with my daughters and we all got matching tattoos. My daughters tattoos were done by Tony, who did a great job, and mine was done by another ‘artist’ Mark.
My tattooist swiped at my skin 2 times with something on a paper towel and then did the stencil. He did not shave the area where the tattoo was going as I have always had done in the past, and he did not have contact with the disinfectant on my skin for more than 1 second. Another thing he did was water down the black ink to make it lighter, and who knows if the water was even sterile. The entire process took him 10 minutes. Easy $ 120.00 for him, no effort, that ended up costing me time, money, and pain.
About a week after, I I ended up in the ER with cellulites, a severe skin infection, which can be life threatening, I had to take 2 strong antibiotics for 10 days.
I called the owner to tell him my concerns and the first words out of his mouth «its not my fault you got an infection — once you leave its your fault.» And when I explained what the tattoo guy did to prep me he said «that’s enough preparation», and I asked him specifically «2 single swipes of the area is enough to sterilize it?» He refused to answer the question, so I’m going to say, probably not. Then he proceeded to tell me It’s probably because I am a ‘very dirty person’, and that it is not his or the shops fault that I got an infection.
I have had many tattoos, and have NEVER had a problem, until this time, and the only difference here was the prep for the tattoo.
The owner behaved so unprofessionally, quite frankly, I’m surprised he’s still in business. What started out as a call just to let him know his guy probably needs retraining or something degraded into a childish 5 year old temper tantrum.
Even if some of the artists are good at this shop, it’s scary to know this «man» is the owner and that he has oversight and responsibility over the shop and it’s compliance with the laws — I would not go back and would not recommend anyone else going there.

Just updating my last review from a few years ago… and everything I said before still stands! This is THE tattoo spot. Their new shop is GORGEOUS, and the work that ALL of the artists put out is incredible. Todd is still my tattoo man though!

Mark was fantastic. I am from portland and decided that it would be fun to get my second tattoo while on vacation! I searched Unilocal and the web and came across this place. I called and talked with Mark a little and then emailed back and forth to settle in the details. He got myself and mom and dad in for our tattoos. He helped me relax and was understanding to my craziness. I could see myself coming back down here for another tattoo.

I’ve been to tat places where I’ve had a very specific imagine in mind, with very specific lettering and have been let down, and needed repairs.
Mark took my design with very specific and thin lined text, and nailed it. He even recolored some of my old splotchy shit for free.
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I came in for my first ever tattoo with a design from my favorite band. The studio is really clean, comfortable, and nice looking. Tony answered all my questions, was super professional, and did an amazing job.
I was recommended to check out this place from a friend, and I absolutely would recommend it to other people.

I can’t speak highly enough of the work I’ve had done at Hold Fast Studio. Todd Tauscher is one of the owners, an extremely talented artist, master of his craft, and all around cool guy. I chose him because of his work with color, including gradations from light to dark. I am so proud when people compliment my tattoos, which happens practically every day. I always credit Todd and hope he gets some future clients out of it. I have a series of tattoos planned to work on over the next year or so, and am fully confident they will turn out great. Also, the shop itself is amazing, and all the other guys who work there are always really cool, too.

This is the place to go for Tattoos! I’ve gotten work done by Mark and Tony. Both are skilled artists and anyone else in the store can get your tatt done right. Friendly, spacious, and welcoming vibe. Love it there! Tony is the only guy I go to now

I’ve gotten work done from Todd and Mark. The first time I went I talked to Todd and he did a great job. The next three times I went in Mark had time to see me right then. It’s like he was meant to be my artist. He did two new tattoos and added color and shading to one I already had. He does awesome work. I highly recommend. When it’s time for my next tattoo I’ll be talking to Mark.

This is a way long over due review.
My review is for Matt. He’s done two of my pieces now and as long as he stays local, I will continue going to him. He really does show care in the pieces that he does. That comical one star review is just that, comical. You need to let the artist have creative control. Yes of course tell him what you want but when it comes to letting the piece flow and end up being aesthetically pleasing, the artist will ultimately know best. I told Matt the aspects that I wanted in my piece but to combine them in the best way that would look nicely done. He really does take pride in his work and that comes through as he is tattooing you.
As far as im concerned, the lines of communication are pretty easy. Yeah, hes busy so getting ahold of him via email would just be easier but, any questions, changes, or ideas I had, he always replied quick.
My husband and sister have been tattooed by other artists at Hold Fast and they came out wonderfully too. This shop really does have a higher caliber of artists.
As far as pricing, I feel like their costs are on par with other really good shops. Great tattoos arent cheap and cheap tattoos arent great, you get what you pay for here.

Got my first tattoo by Todd. He did a tiger tattoo in just 1 hour. He is simply amazing! Highly recommended!!!

Went into the shop to get my third tattoo 40 mins before closing, with my friend who wanted to get tatted as well. Got greeted right away and talked to Tony to see if they would still take walk-​ins. He took both of us, sketched mine out. Asked repeatedly if it was what I wanted or if I wanted to change anything about it. Stayed after hours just so he could finish both me and my friend.
Tony was very professional and is a very clean and great tattoo artist, would recommend him and go back to him for another tattoo.
The actual shop is very welcoming and clean as well, all around good vibes!

I have the tattoos that you see in magazines. I have the tattoos that without a doubt, always invoke a stranger to stop what he/​she is doing and come tell me how awesome my tattoos are. These people don’t just look, they grab my arms, spin them around, and try to take in all of what they see.
The person that made this happen, and hand down, one of the BEST tattoo artists on this small blue planet we call earth, is Matthew Tillman aka Matt aka MTflesh.
I searched a very long time for a tattoo artist and when I found Matt, he had only been tattooing for 6 years. The level of his work was what initially intrigued me to go in and get a «consultation» from him. Yes, that’s right, a consultation. That in itself was already new to me. The tattoo industry unfortunately comes with an unprofessional side that is just part of the business, sadly. I myself had dealt with tattoo artists that were unreliable, couldn’t keep appointments, wouldn’t return calls, etc., etc.
NOT MATT.
Not only is he the epitome of professionalism, he has never cancelled on me, never not returned a call, never not taken on a challenge. He’s creative, he’s smart, he’s a true ARTIST, and he loves what he does. I’ve always wanted a tattoo artist that made every session feel like a memory was getting etched in stone, rather than a business arrangement that needed to hurry up and end.
If this is what you’re looking for, call this place up and ask for Matt Tillman. TRUST ME when I say, it will be the best decision you have ever made, in your entire life, ever.