I have been to Haus of Pain twice my first tattoo on my thigh was done by Juliette and my 2nd one was done by Max the owner. Max did an awesome job. It’s a very relaxed no pressure atmosphere I definitely like the private setting. Max cares about his clients he is very professional and knowledgeable unlike any other tattoo shop I have been to. I recommend this place to my friends and family. I can’t wait to be going back and getting more work done by Max.
Max has done three pieces for me in just a few months. To say I’m obsessed is an understatement. Haus of Pain is quiet, comfy, and the overall best tattoo shop in town. Go check them out ASAP! The books fill up SO fast!
This place was amazing. Scheduling and working on custom pieces with an artist was so amazing and easy. Everyone was professional and the environment was very chill and calm. If you have any kind of anxiety about any part of the process of getting a tattoo, I would definitely reccomend coming here!I had Max and he was absolutely amazing!
I went to Haus of Pain over spring break for a new tattoo. Right away I was impressed with how clean the shop was. Juliette was my artist, and she was AMAZING! she was warm and friendly and made me feel at ease the entire time. The piece we created together was so very important to me. We had great conversation about it, and many other things. I will definitely go back!
Max was awesome! He drew up a beautiful piece for me. He expressed his concerns about certain things he wanted to make sure I was happy with in the long run and we ran with it. His shop is super cute and super clean. I will definitely be back.
Great experience! Max is a really cool guy who did a great job listening to my thoughts & giving solid advice which you know doesnt always happen at studios. This was one of my few tattoos at a private studio and it is just so much more chill! Tattoo looks great and I cant wait for it to be all healed up. Will definitely be going back.
My Mom and I went to get matching tattoos in the handwriting of my father who has passed. Max did an absolute amazing job. We are both so happy and in love with our tattoos. The service was great, the shop is clean, and they do amazing work on top of it all. We will definitely be back for more!
So good that I’m tempted to gatekeep this place so I can book more appointments for myself. This was my first tattoo and Max absolutely killed it. He worked with me to refine my design and made sure I was completely happy with it before inking it on. He really listened when I expressed changes I wanted to make to the design, and he advised me on the best placement and orientation for the tattoo to keep things looking balanced (and was totally right!). I’m a perfectionist and was super anxious about how it would turn out, but that all went out the door once he was done. His work comes out SO clean and SO stunning and I can’t wait to come back and get more pieces done by him!! Highly recommend!!!
Max is really detailed with his work. The shop itself is very welcoming. I brought, to him, a tough piece for him to cover up. He’s a champ! We went back and forth with ideas and I love what he was able to do. I have a touch up session this weekend, so it’s only going to get better. I have finally found an artist that I want to stick with.
I would 10/10 recommend Haus if Pain Tattoo Co to anyone! I have always wanted to do a Get What You Get session and I talked my husband into doing it with me, making it a cute little date night. Max was fantastic!! Our tattoos turned out great and just the overall experience was great! I did not meet his wife but communicated with her while booking the sessions and she was so nice and attentive! Great service, great tattoo - what more can you ask for!? Plus they are so giving to the community, which makes my heart happy 🖤
Was completely nervous about finding a GOOD artist that made me feel comfortable and Max did that. The environment was super chill and he delivered exactly what I asked for which was some new stuff around an existing tattoo and touching up linework on the previous tattoo. Glad I listened to my friend about max and will definitely be back!
Haus of Pain is the ONLY place to get a tattoo in West Lafayette. It’s a clean, comfortable, laid back environment and Max is an amazing artist and genuinely great person. My tattoo came out better than I imagined, he mixed the color perfectly from my brief description, they took interest in the meaning and history behind it, and made me feel very welcome. If I could give 50 stars I would!
10 out of 10 recommend Haus of Pain Tattoo! From the moment of contact, they listened to my vision and created something beautiful! Juliette was my artist and the detail that she put into my tattoo was stunning! The place was beautiful and cozy and I felt so comfortable. Juliette took her time and created this beautiful piece that I will cherish for a lifetime! Highly recommend!
Max and Tara are amazing! My friends and I just had a tattoo party with them yesterday and it was so fun! All of the tattoos turned out so good! Max is very detailed and passionate about what he does! They answered every question we had about the whole process. We had the best time and are already planning for more tattoos with Max!
I’ve been tattooed by Max here before (he’s AMAZING) but had a beautiful piece done by Juliette today! She helped me with the placement of my new piece and had such great information to give to help me choose where I wanted it so I felt absolutely confident in it. She was incredibly kind and welcoming and was always willing to answer any questions I had, which can make anyone getting their first tattoo feel at ease coming here. Definitely look at Haus of Pain for your tattoo needs!
I just got my first tattoo from Max today and it was an amazing experience. Got exactly what I wanted and he gave me advice when I needed it. He was very chill and kind and the process was extremely easy. 10/10 for sure!
Juliette is absolutely fantastic! Her designs are beautiful and she is such a talented tattoo artist. She is friendly and professional and will make you feel right at home. She listens and makes sure you get exactly what you are looking for and that you are comfortable through the entire process. The shop itself is also very clean and inviting. I will definitely return in the future and would recommend to anyone looking to have a tattoo done.
I just got my first tattoo from Haus of Pain and the environment was great. It’s a private, clean tattoo studio and Max made sure I felt comfortable. The tattoo was exactly what I wanted, and he made it just like the picture I showed him. I think the detailing is incredible as well, and the price is worth it for the effort. Will definitely be coming back.
Got my first medium size piece done on my hand , when I went with max he was really cool person to be around and very friendly.Had beverages to offer , snacks to offer and was all in all a very good host , during my tattoo session we just bumped to $uicideboy$ while he worked and genuinely he made the experience great ! Will definitely be booking again and 10/10 would recommend.
Juliette did such an amazing job on my tattoo! She is super sweet and made the whole process such a breeze. She genuinely makes sure you love what you get and makes sure you’re comfortable the whole time. Definitely coming back!
I visited once for my own small tattoo and once with a friend as she got hers, and both times the atmosphere was calm, clean, and welcoming! Max did a great job on both of our tattoos and really brought our visions to life, and they healed so easily with his advice. Definitely recommend if youre looking for a local artist that takes great care in what they do.
I had a wonderful experience with this shop. The whole scheduling process was very smooth and they answered all my questions. The tattoo process went smooth too. Max was a great artist and made this is a really great experience. The shop was a nice, calming, and inviting environment, I felt really comfortable and I am super happy with the outcome of my tattoo and will definitely be back.
Juliette is so talented and such a kind hearted young lady! She explained the process and made me feel comfortable the whole time. Save to say I will keep her as an artist for future tattoos! The shop is also super clean and put together very well.
I got 3 of my 4 tattoos in 2023, all done by Max. 1 was a decent size realism piece and it took us over 24hrs total and 6? sessions to get it done and touched up to a point we were both happy with it. I was happy with it before Max was; he wanted to perfect it and I was happy to let him! I will definitely always go to Haus of Pain before I go ANYWHERE else. The studio is personal, quiet, calming. Max is super chill. Scheduling online is easy. The whole experience is just great!
This was a five star experience before i even walked through the door. the response time - 10/10. the care they show - 10/10. the vibes? 1000000/10. i could not recommend this shop more. max gave so many recommendations and while also making sure i was happy and got what i wanted. i could not be more happy with how my tattoo came out. they absolutely rock and i cant wait to come back again!!
I had a great experience getting a tattoo at this shop! I have other tattoos on my arm and he made sure to match the style of the tattoo I was getting, to the others on my arm. He was very welcoming and made me feel very comfortable. He went above and beyond on my tattoo and made it look amazing. I will definitely be back!!
Max has started my half sleeve and my God his work is amazing 10/10 recommend his shop! Friendly makes you feel at home! Also snacks and pop if you feel alittle queasy from adrenaline!
BEST tattoo shop I’ve been to! The atmosphere is super chill, clean and comfortable. The employees there are even better! I got a tattoo one day and took my sister the very next day and Max completely remembered the story about my kids I was talking about the day before and asked me about it! Simple things like that is why I will always come back, and always recommend them!
Great artist and atmosphere. I love Maxs dedication and appreciation of art. Atmosphere is very relaxing and comfortable. No pressure or distractions. Awesome place. I will definitely be returning! Thank you Haus Of Pain
They’ve done a really good job, I’ve got 2 tattoos from this place, they were my first ever… really good experience. Nice shop setup, comfortable seating! I would 10 out 5 stars recommend this place!!
Absolutely the #1 tattoo spot for the Greater Lafayette community and beyond. True professionalism from consultation through the completion of tattoo AND aftercare. Their location is immaculately clean, welcoming, as well as safe and private. Definitely recommended if you’re considering your first tattoo or if you’ve got ink already and are seeking the best in town.
Juliet did a PHENOMENAL job on my tattoo, thanks to her I now have an incredibly colorful cartoon of my cat on my arm. Shes so chill and really wants you to love your results. I actually just left my 6 week touch up and Im even happier now than I was with the original! Ill definitely be going back to her in the futureP.S. her neon colors have stayed neon throughout the healing process!!! Ive included a pic from a few days before my touch up for reference :)
I have been here twice now! My mom and I got a beautiful hummingbird matching tattoo from Max. I also tried my luck with a get what you get tattoo and it came out beautiful! Max does great work and works with you to get the idea you’re exactly asking for. He takes his time and is light handed! The shop is also so clean!! I will be definitely be going back for more.
Juliette did an amazing job and was super chill. Anyone looking for good ink and a chill shop definitely check them out. Especially if you need any fine lines or fine details!
My wife and I took our daughter to get her first tat (we got ourselves one too while we were at it). The finished products were amazing and better than we could imagine. The detail that went into the art was phenomenal, and Max made the process easy and comfortable. We will absolutely be getting more pieces done here. Highly recommend!!
I’ve had Max do two tats on me, and I can’t recommend him enough. I had an idea for the second tat he gave me and talked to him about it, he took my idea and created a great piece that I absolutely love! The atmosphere is chill, and I like that. Max is definitely my go to guy and will continue to tell anyone wanting a tat to go see my guy!
Took my son for his first tattoo and we couldnt have asked for a better experience! The work is top tier and we cant wait to come back for more!
My boyfriend and I went to get tattoos here and who knew wed end up being the first customers. I liked how max gave me ideas on sizing and fonts and making sure the focus was on the main part of the tattoo. the font looks better than the reference image so its unique. he was fast at what he did and he is dedicated to what he does and made sure we were feeling comfortable. we appreciate you max and we look forward to coming back!
Would definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting to get a tattoo. My wife and I went in to get some work done and couldn’t be happier with the whole experience. Will definitely be going back!
I just got a tattoo done by Max over the weekend, (Saturday/Sunday). I was extremely happy with the results and the artwork he does! I gave him an idea of what I wanted, and what he came up with was amazing! He takes his time and knows exactly what he’s doing, the shading, line-work, and realism of his pieces are incredible!The place itself is a very clean, calm and soothing atmosphere. From the moment I stepped in, I felt very comfortable being there and having him as my artist.I will definitely be going back to get more work done by him!Thanks Matt,Chris
I have had tons of friends go to Haus and they have loved it, they have beautiful symmetrical work!! Overall I want to check out Haus soo bad here soon and get some more much needed tattoo love 🤭
Had such a fun time at my “get what you get” session! Max did a great job! I’ll definitely be back!! Love the studio space too! Absolutely in love with this tattoo and I’ve gotten so many compliments!!
I contacted the shop on Facebook and received a response promptly and had an appointment scheduled soon after. Juliette did my tattoo and she did a phenomenal job! I had a great experience and I was so happy that she listened so closely and I got exactly what I wanted. The shop was clean and the vibe was great! Nice music too :)
Max is super sweet and get the job done. Been extremely happy with all my tattoos so far. His super attitude and his great community service is the reason he is my number one artist in town!!
I got a tattoo during Max’s February special and I went back twice! I just scheduled to start my half sleeve and can’t wait. He is so professional and knows what he is doing. He works with what you are wanting and his tattoos are phenomenal. Max is a fantastic tattoo artist and I recommend him to everyone I know!
I got my tattoo in December with Julia. Tara and Julia were so professional and patient with me in my vision of what I wanted. The shop was very clean and the hospitality throughout my session was great. Snacks and drinks were offered as well. I will diffidently use them again for my next one!
Officially my new go to artist 🩷 gave Max a rough idea of what i wanted and he went above and beyond creating a beautiful and unique piece for me. scheduling process was very fast and easy, it’s mainly handled by his wife Tara, who is the sweetest!! their private studio allows ample comfort and privacy. they’ve got snacks and drinks, literally everything you could ask for! i cant see myself going anywhere else!
My husband and I got tattoos and we had an amazing experience! Max was professional, kind and extremely talented. He checked in with us often which I appreciated. He was communicative and made sure we both felt comfortable throughout the entire process. His assistant, Tara, reached out a few days prior to check in which helped us think through our design ideas.We got exactly what we needed wanted and look forward to booking our next appointment!
Max is great! He’d made sure you’re ok with everything he does (design, where it is, where you lie when tattooing, etc). I got my first one here and immediately return for the second one. Definitely recommend.
I got a linework tat around 4 days ago and she is healing like a dream.My artist Max was kind and friendly and thorough and all around amazing. He asked so many question about the tattoo and about what i wanted and didnt want. It was a great experience.
Juliette is an amazing artist! the vibes are immaculate. everything was extremely clean and the process was so easy!
We booked a couples tattoo session,Max was so personable. He and my husband could have talked tattoo for hours. He made the whole experience relaxing and comfortable. I love that the studio is private and dedicated to your personalized experience. I look forward to having more pieces done with Max. I absolutely love our pieces.
Amazing experience. The whole place was very clean and had a great vibe, the people were very professional and patient with me in the whole process (I bugged them a looot about the placement). I loved the outcome and the price was more affordable than other tattoo shops in the area. Overall I will definitely go back as soon as I have enough money for another tattoo 😆😅
My husband & I had a great experience here. Booking was super easy! About a week before our appointment, Tara reached out to me to start figuring out what our tattoo ideas were. She was extremely nice & even through text you could tell what a genuine bubbly person she was. The day of our appointment, we were texted again to make sure we didn’t have any questions beforehand. We found the location very easily. Inside the studio, it was very clean & welcoming. The artist, Max, instantly treated me like I was one of his friends. My husband got there before me & had already started. They had already connected really well prior to my arrival. Throughout the time we were there, Max was extremely professional & kind. My husbands tattoo idea wasn’t going to look the way he imagined & Max was very honest about how it might turn out over time. He was very patient with my husband & helped him pick something else that he would love. In the transition from my husband & I, Max cleaned & made sure everything was sanitary for my session. He went over my design & made sure he had understood exactly what I wanted. He has a super light hand but the tattoo was still dark & precise. He helped me with some ideas for the upper half of my sleeve while I was there & I 100% look forward to going back to work with him again. Overall, I think The Haus of Pain is a safe, clean environment with talented, professional, & genuine artists. If you’re looking to get a tattoo, I would highly recommend checking this place out.
Thrilled with Maxs skill at Haus of Pain! Highly recommend for all styles, including those seeking dainty fine line tattoos. Cant wait for my next visit!
Max is an awesome tattoo artist. He did a cover up for me and you can’t even tell the old tattoo was there. He was very nice, professional, and booking an appointment was a very easy process. Go get a tattoo from Max!
My wife have been going to him since he came to Lafayette!! We just love the atmosphere and kindness he has to offer! His compassion for our community is unseen by most. He loves and cares not only for his customers but he loves his community. Will not go anywhere else!
Max is a great tattoo artist. I came in with part of an idea for a cover up and he made my idea even better. He’s very smart and easy to get along with. Aftercare is great too. He has very good pricing especially for the amazing tattoo you will get. He’s amazing with detail.
Had a wonderful experience at Haus of Pain. Max and Tara are great to work with, friendly and welcoming. The shop is very clean. Max listened to what I wanted and helped turn my idea into reality. I appreciated his professionalism and honesty about elements that wouldn’t work. Now I have to figure out what I want next so I can go back!
Went to Max here on January 13th, and I do have to say, I am impressed with the atmosphere, his customer service, and everything! He came up with a couple options for the description I wanted, and did extremely well on my tattoo itself as well. 10/10 highly recommended! Ill have to stop in again for another when the chance pops up.
He was very professional and I love the details in my tattoo. He did an amazing job. I would recommend him to anyone.
It’s a super chill place and the couple that owns it are very welcoming! I changed my tattoo idea only a few days before my appointment and the artist had no problems with working with me to figure out what would work best! I definitely appreciate the feedback and advice! 10/10 recommend especially if you’re wanting to book a tattoo party with friends!
I got my dream piece done here. The professionalism and communication that went into making sure I got exactly what I wanted is unmatched. 10/10
Both tattoos Ive gotten done by Max were very high quality and healed perfectly. His professionalism and passion for the art are unmatched. I am so happy I trusted him to complete my most recent work. I will without a doubt be a repeat customer as long as hes in business. Cant wait for my next appointment!
Went to Max for my 2nd tattoo and had a great experience all-around. From the moment I reached out to Max he was friendly and responsive. As soon as I walked in the door I felt comfortable- with the shop itself and with Max. It is clean, tidy, and inviting- as a woman in there alone, it was nice to feel safe and welcome. I had sent Max an image of what I wanted and he had three different sizes ready for me to look at, he took the time to try them on me and let me know what he thought would look best on me, but ultimately, giving me the opportunity to chose for myself, with no pressure. Max is friendly and calm, and like someone elses post said above, he has a gentle touch, so it was a relaxing experience with very little discomfort during the process. I love the final product- it was exactly what I asked for! I will definitely go back to see Max when its time for my next tattoo.Only piece of advice: be sure to go to the address in LAFAYETTE, not WEST Lafayette... whoops! :)
I got my first tattoo today and Max was so nice, very gentle and clearly cares about all of his clients. He made us feel very welcome and at home. Will be getting all my tattoos done here!
I got matching tattoos with my sister and Max did an amazing job! We love how they turned out and would 100% go back to Max for more tattoos in the future! He made sure to explain everything to me and endured cleanliness and comfort for me and my sister. It was my sisters first tattoo and she was nervous but he made sure to check in on her often to ensure she got a break if she ever needed it.
Max is one of the best tattoo artists I have been to! He is very professional and makes the experience very laid back and pleasurable. He is not rough with the needle to where there is an unpleasant amount of pain...I got a spine tattoo from him and did not even move once! Will definitely be going again soon!
I had the pleasure of coming to Max’s open house. I was impressed with the atmosphere, low key and chill. I also got to meet his beautiful family that day. I now have three fantastic tattoos from him and will be booking again soon for my next one.
I have had amazing experiences at Haus of Pain. I’ve gone back numerous times and Max makes me feel right at home each time. Would highly recommend this shop to anyone!
I’m very happy with the two tattoos I have gotten done from Max. They healed perfectly with the after care treatment he suggested. Max has a super light hand which makes the pain very tolerable— considering I got a sternum tat I was in a very uncomfortable position, and Max was able to knock mine out in one hour. Super impressed & I will be back!
Max was amazing. This was my first tattoo, and he helped me to feel completely at ease, even starting with a 3+ hour session. And, the finished product is GORGEOUS!
Such a laid back studio! I have been to many and this one by far was my favorite. Max is awesome and his wife is way to sweet!! I for sure will be a long term client and without a doubt refer my family and friends to him.
Absolutely loved the place! I loved that it was a one on one experience and how well the tattoo turned out! I recommend this place to everyone whos been thinking about getting another tattoo. I cant wait to be able to go back and get another one
Max was very professional and helpful! Super clean environment as well. 10/10 recommend Haus of Pain Tattoo! He had a valentines day special $65 for couples tattoos- great idea and me and my boyfriend loved it!
Max is incredibly talented. He took the time to listen to us and made some beautiful suggestions to improve on the work we wanted done. The attention to detail is astounding. I would recommend him to anyone
I got my spine tattoo done here and it was a great experience! very comfy studio and was made to feel at home ans not nervous for the tattoo, even fell asleep for some of it! cant wait to go again🤗
Great shop! Had to check it out since its a private studio. You wont be disappointed!! Max did an awesome job with his design. I am extremely pleased. I definitely will be back again.!
OH.MY.GOD. Juliette was amazing!I LOVE my piece.It looks so good.Communication was great.Had fun vibing with her.
I just finished my first tattoo with Max, and I couldnt be more thrilled!! As this was my first, he was extremely patient and answered any and all questions and concerns I had. I HIGHLY recommend him!
Very knowledgeable, explained the process and what to expect to my daughter as it was her first tattoo. Make you feel comfortable and very clean studio.
Absolutely the best tattoo experience I’ve had so far! I love my piece and can’t wait to book my next one. Talk about fast and light handed plus super kind! Thank you so much!
This place is great, got mine down few months ago. Max did an awesome job took his time and made sure everything was just the way I wanted it. Definitely coming back when I come up with my next idea. Thanks
10/10 recommend Haus of Pain. Max is super knowledgeable in tattoos and does fantastic job! The atmosphere is also amazing in there as well
Max and Tara are absolutely amazing to work with. We had a couple of ideas and Max helped us to make sure we had exactly what we wanted. I would highly suggest them for your tattoo needs.
I absolutely love this place! The whole process was extremely smooth and comfortable. Max is super chill and gave me exactly what I wanted. I have been wanting this for awhile and it could not have come out any better. He nailed the childlike look I was going for. I high highly recommend coming here! His shop is very clean and welcoming. I will most definitely be coming back!
LOVE my tattoo! Did a great job at puttin my idea into a tattoo! Loved the atmosphere, it wasn’t awkward and I never felt uncomfortable like I have in other shops before. Will definitely be back an sending people!
I got my first tattoo from Max 10 years ago and he’s done several for me since! I love that I can give Max a general idea of what I want and he will custom design it for me based on my body type, putting his artistic touch on every piece— and his ideas are INSANE!! I’ve already booked appointments for my next three 😬
Very good place. Contacted them and stated what I wanted done and Max came up with the perfect design and then did the work exactly. Extremely satisfied and have already gone back a second time and making plans for a third trip in my near future.
I think that’s incredible to have professional artists in our area wanting to provide such great skills and a private setting to their clients. I’ve already scheduled my next appointment with them.
Max was awesome! Came out better than I could imagine! Definitely will be recommending him.
Clean and comfortable shop. My tattoo turned out beautifully. He really took his time and attention to detail. Def will be booking again in the future.
Super friendly staff and a nice, clean shop. Will absolutely go back for my next piece
Great experience with Haus of Pain! Fantastic work, priced right, and easy to communicate with. Booked a second session already!
Follow them on Facebook great work from what I seen so far and a few folks I know have nothing but good thing to say
Max did an amazing job with my tattoo! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Will definitely be using him again!
What a great experience! Friendly, clean, relaxing and not heavy handed. 100% would recommend to anyone. Will be going back. Thanks Haus of Pain Tattoos
The place was super chill very relaxing. The artist was very light handed. I barely felt a thing. Very informative on the after care. Will definitely be back.
Absolutely recommend! Most professional tattoo shop I’ve ever dealt with. The attention to every detail is unmatched.
The one on one personalized contact was first class. The artist had open communication about the process. The education about the process was important. The comfort in the studio was very peaceful .
He did my cover-up very well. We worked together to make my idea become a great piece of art. Highly recommend and will come back!
Turned out great! Max was very kind and accommodating, and Tara was very helpful and had great communication!
I had a great experience! Max, the artist, is very client friendly and personable. Definitely will be going back!
Very clean, private studio. Loved my experience! Communication was great & I can’t wait to go back!
Such a great atmosphere and a great guy!! He made the experience from my mom and I do comfortable. Definitely recommend this place.
It was a great experience. Very happy with my tattoo!
“I had an awesome experience with them. I did an important tattoo with huge meaning for me, and it came out the way I wanted and imagined.”
Max has a very light touch. Barely felt !! Turned out beautifully! Exactly what I was wanting
Max was great, very friendly and professional. We will definitely be coming back!
Great experience everyone my artist was super nice!!!!
Amazing place tattoos are A1 very amazing I would suggest anyone go here
Comfortable atmosphere, fair priced, and quality work!!
Very good work and made me feel right at home!
Great shop,great atmosphere, and great work!!!!
Very friendly, informative, and reasonably priced
Great place for tattoos.
Max is phenomenal. The detail and line work is out of this world. He made my experience very personal, comfortable, and relaxed (I about nodded off a few times 😉). He made sure I was handling things well and broke up our lengthy session with small breaks. He even walked me to my car afterwards because my appointment ended pretty late 🥹The shop is private, which gives an “at home” feel, extremely clean, and well kept. And the decor! Top notch. It felt safe and welcoming the minute you walked in!Max was both professional and welcoming at the same time. He made sure what I was getting was EXACTLY what I wanted, placement was perfect, and did everything by the book. His attention to detail is honestly unmatched. We were able to openly joke and laugh with one another, but it never had that feeling of “we have to keep up small talk.” He encouraged me to close my eyes and just relax (after joking that this was my “kid free time”).All around incredible experience. I’ll absolutely be spending more time in Max’s chair!