First Light Tattoo & Gallery

Have gotten a couple of peices done by Alec, absolutely love his work. Great guy, very easy to work with, the shop is always clean and fun. Highly recommend going to First Light. I am definitely a repeat customer.

Chris is a phenomenal artist who makes you comfortable and accommodates all of your wishes. . . go see him NOW!!

I love everything about my tattoo! Alec really took his time designing and making my simple idea into something colorful and fun!!! 100% will be back for more tattoos!

One of the best places in Dubuque to get tattoos...Really they only place I go to get tattoos haha.Now, the reason FL is amazing is because of the environment and their ability to make any piece of art you want on your body looks amazing!Chris is amazing at keep you calm during the tattoo as well and engaging in conversation. makes you feel like youre speaking with a friend you have known for a long time!Overall great place go HERE if you want a tattoo big or small they can do it all.

First Light Tattoo is top notch! I was born and raised in Dubuque for 29 years and now in the Chicagoland area. I wanted a tattoo done while I was visiting my mother. I placed a post on a local Dubuque Facebook Page. Alec posted a message letting me know that he would love to work with me and to send him a massage on Facebook. We messaged back a forth with what I wanted. Appointment Day - The studio was very bright, and easy to get too, and also very clean!! Alec was very upfront with me, telling me what would/wouldn’t work (which I appreciated). He is very personable, so easy to talk to. My tattoo turned out Amazing!! I highly recommend Alec at First Light Tattoo!!!

I went to Alec for my first tattoo and I’m so glad I did! He was so professional, friendly, and talented. Alec was able to take my idea of using florals from my wedding bouquet and turn it into a beautiful piece that I will forever cherish. I have gotten a ton of compliments, I highly recommend!

I have had dozens of tattoos done by Alec at first light tattoo. He has always provided professional service in a clean, friendly environment. Not being an artist myself he has always been able to turn my simple ideas into amazing works of art that Iam proud to display permanently on my body. Every time I leave I can’t wait to go back.

Super professional, clean and safe. I’ve spent hours getting tattooed by Alec and I love all of the tattoos that he has done for me. Definitely the first place I send all referrals. Portraits, animals, insects, you name it and he can do it. He also double checks his spelling.

I had an overall great experience at First Light. Everything was clean, organized, professional, and Alec explained everything clearly. This was my first tattoo and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

The shop is really clean and invitingAlec is super professional and very patient and listened to what I wanted and drew up some amazing art, I will definitely be back to get more sweet ol tatties.

Hands down best tattoo shop in Dubuque! Alec is one of the best I know. From start to finish of the whole process it was fantastic!!! Highly recommend him and his skills to anyone looking for high quality tattoo skills!! Fast, clean, rates are great, finished product was awesome!!! Dudes a rockstar at his craft in my book!!! Can’t wait for my next piece from him.

I was given Alec’s name from a friend of mine. I wanted a piece to cover up a previous really ugly tattoo I had. I gave him just a few ideas I liked and told him to run with it and it was everything I wanted and more. You can tell this is his passion and can see it by the detail he puts into his art work and to making it permanent on your body. Highly recommend!

I recently got 3 tattoos from Alec. He is amazing!!! I got exactly what I wanted, he was thorough and very friendly to talk to. I am definitely going back to him!!

Iv had multiple tattoos done by Alec and every single time Iv been so happy with the outcome! I would recommend him to everyone! Always excited to schedule my next one! :)

Top notch! By far the most inviting and comfortable tattoo shop I’ve been in. A1 all the way around. Today was my first visit to the shop and I will absolutely be back again and again. This is the shop to get your ink done in DBQ. Book it.

First let me start by saying , this was an amazing experience! Not only was Alec very friendly but he made it the most comfortable he could . Alec is very personal-able , so it was very easy to talk to him while I was getting my tattoo. Setting up the appointment was great . We communicated thru his Facebook and Instagram page for the shop when it came to ideas and what it was that I wanted . He then started sending me what his ideas were when he stared to draw them up . He was very transparent and made it easy for me to tell him what I did and did not like . When it came to after care he was on it ! Using his in house Lamp Oil and after care direction he sent me home with we’re great ! I still use the Lamp oil for my hands, it’s one of my favorites! Last but not least check out the merchandise, quality material and still going strong . I rock my FLTG shirt always!

Not only is Alec a talented artist, he is professional and maintains one of the cleanest tattoo shops you will ever enter. I have had multiple tattoos with him and will keep going back, highly recommend.

Alec at First Light Tattoo was awesome to work with and my side/ribs tattoo turned out great! I am already working with him on my next tattoo…a full arm sleeve! I am stoked to see it finished!

Ive been going to Alec for 13 years! First light tattoo and gallery is a great place. Great artist and good conversations. Very clean and comfortable.

Alec did a amazing job on my tattoo…very clean studio and he was super cool to work with. The detail on my tattoo is amazing!

You know how you find that perfect artist you click with, is talented, professional, has a cool shop and you tell all your friends about them? Ive been going to Alec since my very first tattoo nearly 11 years ago, and he made such an impression, hes been MY artist ever since.Not only is he an incredibly talented artist, he is professional, welcoming, and he took the time to make sure I was comfortable throughout our sessions. I now have 5 pieces done by him(with more in the pipeline), and they look great! I am such a fan of his artwork, I even had him create a giant canvas of my 4 dogs! His portraits are amazing!!I recommend Alec to everyone and anyone looking to add top quality art to their body.

I’ve had multiple tattoos by Alec 11 to be exact , my most recent 12th from him is my #1 tatt tho for sure be back in august for color 🤙🏾

Alec is currently working on my back and I couldn’t be happier with how it is turning out. He does an amazing job and would absolutely recommend him to anyone.

Alec was awesome! Walked in and was able to get in right away. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

Amazing studio! Alec does a great job from start to finish. I wouldnt consider going to anyone else in town for a tattoo.

The shop is so clean and comfortable, with an amazing artist behind it all. I’d recommend anyone to Alec due to his experience and professionalism.

Alec does amazing work and Im looking forward to completing my arm very soon! Check him out!

First light has given me some great artwork from a professional tattoo artist. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. I highly recommend them.

Best tattoos in town, hands down

Always done the best and amazing job at any tattoo idea I have brought to him! Professional, clean and amazing place!

Alex did a huge owl chest peice on my right chest and shoulder you want the best you go to the best period!!!!

Very professional and clean. The work is wonderful!

Took us as a walk in, super nice people, made the entire experience super easy and comfortable, 10/10

He’s a solid guy. Love his work. Keep it up Alec

ALWAYS the best work and quality!! My tattoos always came out perfectly 🤍

Listens to what you want then makes it 10X’s better with his artistic ability and skill.

THE BEST Artist in all the land. 11/10 would recommend.

Alec Bauer is the best in the business! Amazing work!

Amazing work always...highly recommend you will never be displeased

Highly recommended great atmosphere and awsome company with Alec Bauer

Very friend. Wonderful work I will be going back

Alec is the best around.