I have had the honor and the privilege to get tattooed by Svetlyo for the last 5+ years exclusively. During this time he has become not only my tattoo artist but a member of my family. It feels like we have known each other for a lifetime. Tattoos are more than just art, they are an experience. Each time I get a new piece we have deep meaningful conversations about life and consciousness, giving true meaning to the term tattoo therapy. I’m not exaggerating when I say I get stopped and complimented on my tattoos daily…so much so that I carry around his business cards with me. I appreciate his precision and attention to detail and the best gift of self care I have given myself is the consistency of one tattoo artist giving all my artwork the same energy and flow and guaranteeing that everything goes together perfectly. Highly recommend.
Svetlyo is probably one of the warmest and genuinely welcoming people I’ve met in ages. Imagine an hour long chat with a best mate you haven’t seen in years…except he’s also giving you a tattoo. He is also an incredibly talented artist. He took a simple idea and created the perfect piece for me. I can’t recommend him more highly and will 100% go out of my way to come back to him for my next one… even though it means a 13 hour flight from New Zealand.
Dream Masters is truly amazing! Best tattoos I have ever received in my life and its all thanks to the owner and lead artist, Svetlyo. Not only is he an amazing person with the best customer service, he does spectacular B&W and color work, as you can see in the pictures. I could not be happier with how they came out. He even offers free touch-ups! Best shop in The Bay!!
I had an AMAZING experience at Dream Masters and with Svetlyo for my first tattoo! From the design consultations to the actual execution and aftercare instructions I felt I was in expert & caring hands. The process was thoughtful, professional , friendly and I couldnt be happier with my beautiful tattoo!
Svetlyo is a true master of the art of tattoos. My girlfriend and I both got pieces done from him and from the first consultation to the touch up, he has been nothing but professional. I ended up getting a truck with a sunset in the background on my chest and I couldnt have asked for a better looking tattoo. The touch up was also free and I ended up getting that a couple of months after the original work. On top of this, Svetlyo makes you feel like part of the family when you become a client of his, and that is more than I couldve ever asked for in a tattoo artist especially since this was my first one. Thanks, Svet, for the hospitality, the work, and just being an overall amazing guy!
I was lucky enough to become a client of this shop for my third tattoo, after one of my best friends introduced me to the shop since she’s gotten all her tattoos done there. Dave was my initial artist, whom has now left the shop, and he did an amazing job with my watercolor butterfly with a mermaid scale heart in the middle (not pictured here). I went back to him for my memorial piece for my late cat who had passed a few months prior. Dave helped me design a very special piece, but unfortunately it faded over the year that I’ve had it, most likely due to placement and the wear of fabric covering it. In any case, I recently went back to the shop for my newest piece, and was thrilled to have Svetlyo, the shop owner design my piece. He worked with my boyfriend and I on each of our pieces and really showed how thoughtful he was about incorporating the meanings and symbolism into our pieces. We just went back for touch ups (my butterfly piece on my leg being how it currently looks after both Svetlyo’s initial work and the touch up), and he also touched up my cat tattoo for me (the first picture being the before and the second being the after). Overall, this shop is amazing for their cleanliness, and friendliness and attention to detail, and Svetlyo is a truly skillful artist. Not to mention he makes you feel like a friend or family and makes the whole process that much more of a wonderful experience!
My experience here was amazing, very detailed consultation, I was informed of any possible differences between my original design idea and how it might need to be altered, Oleksandr did an excellent and amazing job on my piece, I am super happy with it, looking forward to coming here again in the future for more ink.
Svetlyo at Dream Masters is an amazing tattoo artist! I came to him with an idea about a leg sleeve memorial tattoo. He has used his creativity and skill to develop a beautiful meaningful piece. I never want to go anywhere else. Found my tattoo artist for life!!
My tattoo shop for life! As someone who deals with a lot of anxiety, everyone at Dream Masters was instantly kind and welcoming. Even from the first consultation I felt like a friend, then eventually like family. They were so helpful in explaining the process of bringing my color tattoo idea to life, as well as answering the many questions I had. They are also always properly sterilizing tools/environment and replacing gloves when needed. I am always excited for my next visit, as it feels more like a hang out rather than some innocuous appointment. Unique and funny guests also come from time to time, engaging in conversations that make me smile.When it comes to my tattoo, I am currently working with Svetlyo. He helped me design and envision my Adventure Time half sleeve leg color tattoo, always making sure any adjustments and/or additions throughout the process are to my liking. He is incredibly talented and Im very happy with how my tattoo is coming along! I love the amount and attention to detail he is able to put in with some of the more complicated parts of the tattoo. The vibrant colors bring out the characters and world of Adventure Time to life. Thank you Svetlyo for all your hard work and patience! I will be back for more!A special thanks to Nicole who helped me set up sessions with my weird situation/schedule. Also special thanks to Lahel who is currently brainstorming and designing my next tattoo venture.
Svetlyo is amazing! He truly cares about you and the artwork you want. He is absolutely detailed, thoughtful, caring, and passionate about his/your work. Its an experience to be with Svetlyo, not just a tatt. I highly recommend Svetlyo...a true artist who loves to draw and loves and is spectacular at what he does.
I came into my first consultation feeling extremely nervous and intimidated. Not only do Svetlyo and the entire shops reputations precede them, but this was my first custom tattoo. The weight of its significance, added with my inexperience in the tattooing community, made me feel very much out of my league.All of that faded away, however, as soon as I walked into the shop. I was immediately greeted by Nicole and Svetlyo and I vividly remember them doing everything to make me feel comfortable and welcome. Maybe they could tell I was so nervous, or maybe its just in their warm nature, either way I knew I was in the right place.That feeling only grew as Svetlyo and I discussed ideas for my design. Throughout the entire process of getting this tattoo, Svetlyo was able to simultaneously contribute his artistic insight and honor my personal preferences to masterfully create a unique and beautiful piece that I am proud to wear on me forever.Each session, my tattoo took on more meaning and more life, in no small part due to Svetlyos ability to connect with people. His passion for his craft shines through his desire to understand and empathize with his clients. He never came off as disingenuous, on the contrary, he was always able to offer both extremely thoughtful and thought-provoking conversation.I left my last session, not just with an amazing piece of art on my arm, but a warm, meaningful memory tied to it.I cant recommend them enough.
Nicole is the best! Had my first tattoo done here tonight and it was a great experience. The whole staff is super friendly and inviting and made the process easy. Nicole is so nice and very personable. She took my design ideas and made it perfect. It was the best first tattoo experience I could ask for. I will definitely be coming back to her for a full sleeve in the future.
Nicole did an amazing job on my neck tattoo. The design she came up with to have everything I wanted was out of this world, the attention to detail on the skull it’s amazing. Im happy with the outcome an in person this eagle is by far my favorite tattoo an more to come. Nicole is a goat and her personality makes you feel welcome and taken care of!! Would recommend 10/10 completely satisfied!!
THE BEST!!!!! This shop is absolutely phenomenal.Ironically enough I found Dream Masters on Yelp, & from the very first meeting they were exactly what I was looking for in a tattoo shop / artist. I had a rough conceptual idea for a piece that Id been wanting to do, but every other shop was very disinterested in the creative process & just wanted to get a deposit and to get you in the chair, Dream Masters were much different...They took the time to work through the process of taking a rough idea and developing a creative plan. This was everything the other tattoo shops had failed to do. The whole staff is friendly, shop is super clean, and their ideas & artistic ability is incredible.26 hours of chair time later... I couldnt be any more pleased with my experience at Dream Masters. Svetlyo is one of the most talented & knowledgeable artists in the world, trust...youll be fortunate if you decide to get inked at Dream Masters Tattoo!!!
You ever been to a place and had your expectations absolutely exceeded? This is one of those places!! From the moment you walk in, to the consultation, all the way up until you walk out after being tattooed, the team here takes the utmost care to ensure you are comfortable and enjoying the experience. You will likely be greeted by Dom either on the phone or when walking in — this shop is walk-in friendly if there is open availability, by the way. Dom was not only professional but also very easy to talk to! I had my tattoo done by the shop owner, Svetlyo, and he is a GEM, to say the least. I got a very emotional piece done and everyone present when sharing my story was extremely sympathetic and understanding. The overall vibe is that this is a family, and anyone looking for a tattoo, small or large, is welcome to nothing but good vibes. I don’t like in state, but will be making this my go-to shop when I want some serious work done. 10/10 recommend!! I could go on forever but I will leave it at that. - Dante
I called the same we went and it was me and two friends. We wanted a cute little heart shape on our wrists/ankles. We were able to get in 1 hour later and we were served by Lahel. She was really friendly. I don‘t know if she felt overconfident with such a small tattoo, but after drawing it on the iPad she didn‘t even look at it again and drew it on my friends ankle only by hand… as we were beginners or only had tattoos years ago, we didn‘t realize it right away :/ so then (because the line of the template was so thick, and we wanted to have a very small line) the tattoo heart shape in the end wasn‘t anything near symmetrical :‘(then it was my turn, she never looked back at the heart shape on the ipad so she just drew a heart on my wrist, with my wrist just holding by her, standing. I asked about three times if I should lay my hand down, so it‘s less shaky, but she insisted on doing it standing. After like 5 different asymetrical heart shapes (one too big, one too small), we (FINALLY!) thought about (and got the courage to ask) for template paper… because she didn‘t proposed to print a heart shape from the computer I drew one by myself.She put in on my wrist but whilst tattooing she hold my skin at weird points so it stretched, and now its asymmetrical as well. So it went with my second friend.You may think „it‘s not that bad“ if you see my tattoo, and that may be true, but I wanted a perfect heart shape and not an asymmertical one so I am dissapointed and it‘s there like this forever…
Had an amazing experience getting my second tattoo, Renette was quick and professional. My idea was quickly undstood and fleshed out to a perfect final product. I have wanted for a year to get a tattoo of an extinct fish in the style of a Victorian engraving which is exactly what she did for me. She made conversation and put me at ease over all this was an awesome experience.
I got here my first tattoo custom designed by Svetlyo, and the resulting work left me speechless. The design was perfectly tailored to my physique and to my personality, something you could not expect from any shop.What was even better was the experience at this place. The artists are not only nice but very intellectual people you can have great conversations and have an amazing time while getting your tattoo done. Every single session I had went by very fast. If you have doubts about where to get your tattoo, I can say with confidence this studio will not disappoint you.
Me and my friend had plans on going in and getting tattoos not really doing much research before we were a little nervous about how this place would be. Nicole had made sure me and my friend were taken care of and even though it took a little to get us in the chair (that was more our fault then theres) the entire staff was extremely nice and friendly with us. Nicole had gone through our designs and made them to the best of her ability what we wanted and they turned out amazing! She and the other staff had made this one of the best tattoo experiences I have ever had definitely want to come back for another
My husband worked with the shop to plan a couples tattoo as a surprise while we were vacationing here from Detroit. Hes so indecisive but with the help of the shop, he nailed down a design in no time. Gabe was available for the afternoon and did a wonderful job. The shop was clean, the employees were super chill and Gabe was very nice to work with. I will be recommending this place to all the locals I know and the out of towners who visit!
I stopped in for a tattoo session while walking San Francisco looking for someone to play chess with. The day wasn’t originally planned around getting a tattoo at all but when I walked in and sat with Lahel it all just started happening.She not only sat and got to know me and my tattoo idea but connected with me about herself and her art background. I felt completely serene the whole time she was tattooing me. I barely felt it at all even though she was doing my wrist a place some people say is very spicy to get done. (2/10 for pain).She also gave me detailed instructions for taking care of my new piece or art as well as some after care products to help the healing process.I really enjoyed making the decision to stop in yesterdya and get this done and I’m already thinking of my next piece of work I want her to do for me.If you live in San Francisco or are just stopping in for a vacation and feel like I felt about going to get work done then I highly recommend you check out Dream Masters Tattooing!Five stars!Two big enthusiastic thumbs up!GOLD STAR!
Back in August, my husband and I came to California from the Midwest to elope, and I really wanted to get a tattoo while here (not one related to our relationship, a different one), and I love it! Dave did my tattoo, and he was super nice, chill, and easy to talk to. I didnt get anything big or complicated (especially since we were traveling), but the process was smooth, and I love my new tattoo. It carries so much meaning for me, so Im very happy I found this place and had an awesome tattoo artist! :)
Best place in SF for a tattoo!!! Svetlyo is so attentive to detail and SO fun to get tattooed by! :)
I had a wonderful experience here! Renette was my artist and she did an excellent job! Im so happy to work with Renette and Svetlyo. Highly recommend! Im looking forward my next tattoo here.
A CLIENT FOR LIFE!With the eye of a Renaissance Master and the hand of a Swiss Surgeon, Nicole is the definition of an Artist. The shop is clean and professional, of course being owned and managed by the award-winning Tattoo Master Svetlyo, but Nicole is the reason I initially came in. I entrusted her with a portrait of my wife, and she far exceeded my expectations. So much so that she is now working on a family portrait back piece for me. Her ability to see the smallest detail and recreate the living embodiment of the individual from a picture is uncanny. The detail was only enhanced when she actually met my wife and picked up on real life qualities not read from a picture. From the first consultation to the final buzz of the machine, this shop makes you feel at home, comfortable, and surrounded by friends. I recommend them with the highest regard.
If youre looking for your first tattoo artist, look no further than Nicole. Or, even if youre really happy with your existing artist, change to Nicole! Fantastic artist and a truly beautiful person. I couldnt be happier with my new tattoo, and the whole process was lovely. 5 stars.
Best tattoo shop in SF, in my opinion! Everyone who works here is amazing and so friendly, Id feel so safe getting a tattoo from anyone here - Svetlyo, Alex, Nicole, Manuel, and the others are all fantastic! They really work with you to develop your ideas and make sure that anything you get is both beautiful and unique, but exactly what you wanted. Im currently working on re-working a simple bonsai tree tattoo I got someplace else and was unhappy with, and Svetlyo has been great about coming up with custom tattoo and making it so much better!They excel at everything here, from realistic black-and-grey work, from Asian-style tattoos, to watercolor, Neo-traditional work, honestly theres something for everyone.The atmosphere at this shop is great and Id recommend it for either first-timers or experienced veterans.
Really good tattoo studio in San Francisco. I was there on my vacation and had a tattoo done there with a quick appointment. friendly tattoo artists who respond to their own ideas :D Gladly again !
Best tattoo services! The team at Dream Masters gave me a variety of reasonable tattoo quotes based on different size and placements, I was very happy with how professional and patient my artist Dave was specifically. Will definitely come again for the next one.
Dream Masters. Highly Recommend. As a total newb getting a tattoo for the first time in my life, I was nervous not only about the outcome, but also the process - particularly the pain.I bugged out on researching the best in the Bay Area and finally landed here - Dream Masters. I studied the style and work of the different artists and decided to put my trust in Svetlyo.That was the best decision I could have made because not only am I beyond ecstatic about my piece, but he is truly a master at his craft. The tempo and pace of the needlework was so skillful that I barely felt any pain. To be 100% candid, it never went past a 3 (on a scale of 10). Precision with speed and unparalleled quality - I could go on and on about my incredible first experience. You will walk out with custom artwork you can proudly wear anywhere on your body. I left the studio already thinking about my next piece. I am hooked! Thank you so very much, Svetlyo. See you again real soon!
I love how friendly and easy-going the staff are! Nicole made me feel right at home, and everyone was wonderful to talk to during the whole process. My first tattoo was such a special experience and I know I’ll be back again soon.
THE BEST EXPERIENCE I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY WHOLE LIFE! SVETLYO IS THE BEST TATTOO ARTIST! He does my dad’s whole body and he made my first tattoo a reality. I am really thankful! He is extremely nice and talented and he made this moment the best time of my life! The whole studio is insane! Thank you Dream Masters Tattoos for the irreplaceable experience! ❤️
I think I just found my new fav tattoo shop! It was my first time and all the staff members were so welcoming, I felt right at home. Nicole was super patient with me too, even when I got a bit scared of the needle! Thank you Dream Masters for the experience!
Got inked by Svetlyo freehand on my arm. I allowed him complete creative control and I couldn’t be happier with how it came out. He did a neo-traditional skull with tentacles, as well as pair of boxing gloves with a shaded background and color. I’m impressed with the skill, professionalism, input from the artist, and the finished product. Would definitely let him tattoo me again.
My experience with Svetlyo at Dream Masters Tattoo beyond exceeded my expectations. This was my first tattoo and I did not know exactly what I had wanted, all I had was a rough idea. Svetlyo was patient and worked with me every step of the way. He truly cares about giving you the best experience possible and giving you a tattoo that you will forever love. He created a design for me that blew all of my ideas out of the water, he is a true master at what he does. He made the whole tattoo experience welcoming and comforting. While getting the tattoo, we would converse the whole time to the point I would forget I was even getting a tattoo! I looked forward to each appointment because besides getting an incredible tattoo, Svetlyo is just an awesome guy to talk to. I left Dream Masters with a beautiful tattoo that I love, and also a great friend in Svetlyo. I would recommend him to anyone, and I cant wait until our next project!
I was referred to Dream Masters by a friend and had my tattoo done by Svetlyo. He made the design process easy and enjoyable and the final product exceeded all my expectations. The project was completed after several sessions and each time I was made to feel comfortable in both design and application.Overall, the experience at the shop is easy going and comfortable. The attention to cleanliness is extremely high and the employees and owner always make guests and clients feel welcome. Dream Masters is a great place that will make a point to see you have a great experience.
This was a great experience for me. Renette was attentive and engaged. She gave advice on the design of the tattoo and it did feel collaborative. She was receptive to how the final piece was going to look and suggested placement options that made sense. She was talkative and engaged enough (had good conversation while talking and no awkwardness when silent). She was very professional and friendly.I would recommend her for excellent black and grey work.
I came in just as a walk in and had to wait for a couple hours for the next available time and had Kayla create my tattoo I wanted and I cannot be happier with my experience with her and the results! She is super talented with her work and super sweet and funny and had a lot in common with her that I didn’t expect. The time went by fast talking with her and she helped me feel comfortable the whole time. This is my fourth tattoo and has got to be my favorite one so far! I would love to come back one day for more.
Renette made my first tattoo experience so memorable! I was very nervous but she made me feel really comfortable and at ease the entire time. She was very understanding and helpful when it came to my family and I. Everyone who was working was very welcoming. Definitely coming back for more ink soon!
My experience here at this tattoo shop has been absolutely phenomenal! The tattoo artists have been very accommodating and the level of service is top notch! Svetlyo has given my guidance to my life problems and Renette is super awesome with her positive attitude. Dave brings out the charm of information in conversations. Please come to this shop if youre interested in getting a awesome tattoo.
I got a traditional mermaid on my shin by Kayla and she did absolutely amazing! Im so thrilled with the result and shes so light handed. Shes also really nice and a great person to talk to for 6 hours. I highly recommend getting tattooed by Kayla!I also got a full black and grey sleeve by Renette. Her linework is so outstanding and she is truly amazing to work with. Everyone in the shop is so talented and friendly.
Amazing spot right in a heart of SF, top notch artist.Cozy and friendly environment.Alex did an amazing job on me.World class professional.Special thanks to Manuel and Nicole for providing their artistic vision on my future pieces.
I was on a short trip to San Fran and walked in to Dream Masters not knowing if anyone was available to work with me. Kayla had time later that day and did an excellent job with the design I had in mind. She is a true pro and super cool to talk to and work with. I just returned for a touch up and once again had a great time working with her. We ended the session talking about my next one when I am back in town later this year.I was in the shop for a few hours and everyone working there was great. I highly recommend Dream Masters.
Tattoos are certainly permanent. The vision that we had(and thought that we communicated it) and the vision that the artist had was certainly different. Would have been good if it was a one sitting tattoo , but this required 13 hours over four separate visits and the vision was lost. There are aspects of it that are quite good well hope that the other parts can be rescued. As far as the shop and personnel almost clinically clean very inviting very engaging people high marks for personality.
Dream Masters Custom is just the best tattoo shop you can find in the whole planet. As soon as you walk in you’re just gonna find the best, most professional and nicest people ever. I got my very first tattoo here long time ago and during the years I added several more and DM has always been my only choice. I couldn’t be happier and it’s not unusual that people stop me to take pictures of my tattoos. If you’re seriously thinking about not only get a tattoo but a real work of art do yourself a favor a go to Dream Master Custom Tattoo!!!!
I stopped by as a walk in yesterday. Nice atmosphere, studio layout, and the staff was helpful and friendly. Renette went over my tattoo idea and made suggestions on how to design and shade it to make it look its best. She was very receptive to the design I wanted and made sure I was happy with the finished piece. She was even open to me changing the design up after she had sketched it out, and gave me time to think up a new idea while I reviewed her portfolio. I went with the original idea and she even worked on it some more after I requested part of it shaded in. This was my 7th tattoo and she has a very light handed style, so if you’re getting your 1st tattoo she would be a great artist to work with. I didn’t even realize she was done until she asked me to check the piece out in the mirror. It was great pricing for the level of quality and service. Fantastic experience overall and highly recommended. Thanks again Renette!
Renette is amazing at what she does! My boyfriend and I wanted matching tattoos and found this place while visiting SF. She suggested we do it a different way and I ended up liking it better. We didnt have appointments and she squeezed us in right away. The artists are truly talented at Dream Masters and I would highly recommend them. Thanks Renette for creating a wonderful experience for me!
Vibe: For my previous tattoos other shops have treated me like an obstacle between them and their money. This is not the case here. The shop is filled with awesome characters who are very warm and welcoming to both newbies and veterans alike. The shop owner is a very nice guy who can work with anyone to make them feel more comfortable during a tough procedure and similarly all other artists are very patient. When I first went to the shop Dave was working on my inner arm. The entire time I was struggling the shop owner, Svetlyo, was cracking jokes and talking to me from across the room. It really made the whole experience much better. When I wanted a change of plans on a small part of the design Dave had he offered his own suggestions which helped bring my vision to life. Everyone there is very awesome.Performance: All artists at the shop are amazing. I have tattoos from a few artists there including Svetlyo. All are experts in their own styles and are really fun to work with on a new project. Also this shop tends to be really light handed which was a life saver on my elbow.Price: Fair. There are other shops in the city that will not let you pick what you want and charge an exorbitant amount for a lack luster product. Also there are other shops who are cheaper but you pay for what you get in those establishments. In Dream Masters you get more bang for your buck.Overall: 5/5. This is a custom tattoo shop, so expect medium to large projects. Often you will be spending a lot of time under the needle completing the project, so might as well like the person hurting you. In this shop, everyone is nice and really open minded. I have recommended this shop to many of my friends.
Svetlyo @ Dream Masters is the best!! Super talented, realistic, colorful tattoos. I get tattooed here, my husband gets tattooed here, and we love our experience every time!
I had shopped around to a few different tattoo shops in the area and this is the best, hands down. No drama or attitude here, just great service.Svetlyo was very helpful, courteous and attentive to what I was looking for and I very much felt like I was included in every step of the process.The finished product is amazing and speaks for itself in how skilled he is as an artist.Definitely referring my friends here and Im sure I will be back for sure.Cheers!
I visited Dream Masters when I had a general idea of a tattoo I wanted, but couldnt really find a good example online. I sat down with Dave and sent him pictures of similar ideas. I was really nervous leading up to my appointment because we hadnt quite finalized a design because I was pretty indecisive of what I wanted. But when I arrive Dave showed me my sketch and I fell in love instantly. Its like he could read my mind and created the PERFECT design. Daves detail and artistic ability is without question, and everyone at the shop was so friendly and helpful when I was deciding whether or not I wanted color. They created a design that had the flexibility to add color later on, but looks absolutely stunning as a stand alone piece as well. Thank you so much Dave and the Dream Masters team for my custom piece and for creating such an amazing experience for me. Ill definitely be back for my next piece! I recommend the team at Dream Masters 100%!!
Amazing experience with Raven today; myself and my husband both received our first tattoos. Felt really comfortable through the whole experience and Raven made sure we were 100% happy. We love our new tattoos and are so glad we found the perfect place to get our tattoo whilst visiting San Francisco :)
Been going here for years and will continue to. Recommended this place and all of their artists to friends and family who all enjoyed their tattoos. Extremely laid back and relaxed atmosphere. Work stations are cleaner than a hospital. Svet is amazing period; he keeps winning awards so it’s much harder to get an appointment now and that’s the only not so good thing I could think of.
I went to Dream Masters this past month to get my first tattoo and Gabe, the artist with whom I worked, was wonderful! The shop was sterile and everyone was super friendly and helpful. Prior to the appointment I sent Gabe a bunch of pictures indicating what I liked and didnt like about various representations of what I wanted and when I arrived he had designed something that I instantly loved. (If I had wanted to change the design, he had said he would happily sit and work on the design with me.) This was in spite of the fact that what I wanted was not even remotely in Gabes normal style. He is truly a talented artist. I was a nervous wreck, but he and Renette chatted with me throughout and made the entire process painless. My healing process has been extremely smooth, and sweet Gabe has been patient with my frequent questions. I cannot recommend Dream Masters and Gabe highly enough.
I got my first minimalist style tattoo here. The work he is done (I dont remember a name of the guy) was a poor quality and I never was fully happy with it, the line wasnt straight and dots were just not right positioned nor size. I paid 100$ for that. A year later I went to a different saloon to make another one on my ankle and showed my old one, the artist from on Mission saloon - Mission Ink Tattoo & Piercing (they a super sweet service btw) was I will not even charge you and correct it (I left a good tip because he basically made a new tattoo) Im super happy now with both tattoos! Not trying to compare, just saying work done on me was good nor the artist care much to be honest... Thanks!
The first time I stepped foot into Dream Masters Custom Tattoos, it was like a dream! The place is so beautiful! You can tell they put a lot of time and effort into making this tattoo shop pristine. Incredible artists, amazing people, and just an all around excellent experience. They also have an old school Street Fighter 2 arcade game... and its FREE! If you are looking for an amazing tattoo shop, this is definitely your place!
I highly recommend Dream Masters. Svetlyo is an incredible artist who is always professional and happy to work his magic on his clients. The shop is clean and comfortable and I feel safe when Im there. All of the artists make you feel welcome and are super friendly. Everyone is really talented and you can tell they love what they do.
First I must say Dream Masters itself is such an amazing and unique studio, filled with such kind and talented artists.Rennette has done half of the tattoos on my body (more than any other artist!) And I love all of them. She really takes the time to talk and get to know what I want and how I want it to come aross. It is such an amazing feeling to be able to talk to my tattoo artist and really feel understood and that they’re excited to make my vision become a reality in the most permanent way!In the past, before I met Renette, I often times felt like just another pay check (dolla dolla bill y’all) when I would walk into a tattoo shop. Especially with my first tattoo! :( my artist drew it one time and insisted it was perfect, despite my hesitation, then gouged it into my skin for good and sent me on my way.With rennette feel that I can trust her to put her 100% effort and genuine opinion into the work she does for me. She’s not here to hurt me or anyone. It seems that she’s truly in it for the art and making people’s visions come to fruition. even when she was DRILLING TFO my knee cap I swear she was more upset about my pain than I was!!!
Renette is truly a badass. She accepted a last minute opportunity to tattoo me on St. Patricks Day 2017, and I am SO GLAD she did.First and foremost, this gal has mad artistic skills, but on top of that, she had a demeanor that can sometimes be lacking in tattoo artists in my personal experience. Though I met her that night, it was as if we were old friends.ARTWORK:My tattoo was good as it gets considering the literal last minute nature of my request! She tattooed a black and white lodgepole pine over my right ribs, and it was 100% awesome and exactly what I wanted.EXPERIENCE:From the moment I walked in, Svetlyo, the shop owner, was more than accommodating. I wasnt with anyone, but he took the time to make me in addition to everyone else in the shop feel SUPER comfortable which is what I feel to be the bare minimum of service at a tattoo parlor where youre about to get a permanent addition to your body. Additionally, we talked about everything under the sun, and there wasnt one moment in time where I felt that he was being disingenuous.Again, let me just say that Renette was truly the icing on an already very nice cake, but because of her skills and pure badassness, she will have a likely lifelong customer.
Dave and Svetlyo are amazing! There were 3 of us all wanting ink and Dave took us right away as walkins with no problem and designed our tattoos which were perfect and gorgeous the first time. Dave and everyone at dream masters are incredibly talented and sanitation conscious and they really make you feel like they care and are proud of the work they do. Such a great environment and wonderful people, so talented and amazing!
Dream Masters came highly recommended to me by a colleague when I decided to get a tattoo in honor of my late mothers memory. Svetlyo, the owner, is not only an award-winning tattoo artist, but runs a highly professional operation with a team of super friendly and experienced artists - each of whom went out of their way to make me feel welcome and comfortable.Svetlyo and I became friends instantly, and his enthusiasm for my project brought me reassurance in my choice to work with him, and ultimately led to a tatoo better than I ever imagined. He made himself available in spite of his busy schedule, and was able to meet with me several times before my appointment to review and revise my artwork.For the quality of work and service I received, the price was more than fair, and I will undoubtedly return. Whether Dream Masters likes it or not, theyve made a client for life. Thanks guys!
Renette is by far the best tattoo artist in San Francisco. This is the second time I have come to see her and I live in Denver. I wouldn’t go anywhere else to have detailed work done. My second visit was a cover up and I couldn’t be more pleased. I will definitely be back to see her for more work.
I couldnt have found a better tattoo shop than Dream Masters Custom Tattoos. I was referred by a friend who got tattooed by Renette. After my friend posted her tattoo on Instagram, and tagged Renette I scrolled through Renettes IG. Right off the bat I was smitten by her style of floral tattoos, which prompted me to email her. I didnt have to wait long as she responds very quickly. Just a quick back story, Im in the process of getting a full sleeve, so before I emailed her, I was tempted to get something else, but I decided to stick to my plan. In deciding what to get on my shoulder cap, I referenced back to my existing tattoo, which is a pin-up girl sitting on a bed of roses (FYI it needs to get retouched, but to my surprise Renette offered to retouch it for me-which I originally thought it was taboo for another artist to tattoo someone elses work, regardless I took up on her offer--only after I get what I came in for- I digress) so I decided I wanted to get roses. She didnt think it was a problem, in return I gave her full range of where to place them. When I returned to the shop to see what she came up with I fell in love. At first it was hard to visualize the design on paper but I trusted her. When the day came to get tattooed she placed the stencils on my skin and it was better than I expected. Communication, I think is key when building trust with your tattoo artist. I honestly was afraid to ask her questions or say what was on my mind. To my surprised she didnt crucify or judge me for my questions and uncertainties. On Valentines Day I finished my first session with her. Im returning in two weeks to finish. Renette is the most delightful, considerate, and talented artist. If youre itching for another tattoo swing by the shop or contact the artist of your choosing.
This place is the go to place in the bay area to get a tattoo. Staff is awesome. I go to Svetlyo. (About 15 sessions done). He is the kindest, most accommodating person to deal with when it comes to your wants and recommending the best tattoo design changes to make sure you have the best possible looking tattoo for your idea. He really is a master. I would live at this place if I could. Give them a call.
Dropped by for a walk in. Renette was professional, helpful and worked with me to see my designs through. Despite my sudden arrival she got to work and completed the design and tattoo in no time at all.I would highly recommend this parlour and will be considering another tattoo from here in the near future.
Best tattoo spot in San Francisco! Svetlyo is a stellar artist with an amazing approach towards the customer. If you want a masterpiece on your body, he is your person. Talented artists, welcoming and clean ambient and superior quality - that is what Dream Masters Tattoos is!
Havent gotten my piece yet, but just wanted to say that this shop is amazing and Renette is awesome and I cant wait!!! It is so cool to have an artist as excited about my piece as I am. If you go in with a positive attitude, that is what will be reflected back to you. Its really that simple!
Okay first of all I want to start this review off by saying that it took me a while to be able to write this. Im not one to write bad reviews about places. Often times I just go on with life and ignore it but this was unexceptable. I came into dream master tattoo in February to get my very first tattoo. I decided that Renette would be the best choice for my design. Looking at her work on Instagram and there website reviews made me feel very confident in my choice. On the date of my appointment I showed up a couple minutes late and she herself wasn’t even at the shop yet. While I was waiting for her to get set up I talked to the other lovely staff there. They were very welcoming and so was Renette. I waited about an hour and a half for her to get set up and draw up a quick design. Although it was quite a big gap between the appointment and when I actually got to get in the chair I didn’t want want to stress to much about it. I was just happy i was finally getting tattooed. My appointment was at 12 and we didn’t start my tattoo until 1:30pm. Once we started the tattoo that’s when everything started to go wrong. She began to tell me how high she was, which brought clarity to why she was first of all late and the strange behavior before the session. It was very alarming and as a first timer I felt awkward saying anything about it. She also began to tell me she does all her tattoos high so I figured maybe this is when she does her best work. The only reason she felt comfortable saying this I believe is because I told her I smoke weed. I also want to note that during the session she would stop and start again without even finishing the line she started. I’m not an expert but I know that this causes lines to look blotchy and uneven sometimes. By the time my tattoo was done I could notice a few things that seemed off about it. 1) there were multiple uneven lines and 2) I could notice a few blowouts. After about 3 weeks and it was healing significantly I could notice the blowouts and uneven lines even more. I chose her specifically because she does a lot of line work and from what I saw on her Instagram and the website she was pretty good at them. Unfortunately that wasn’t the case for me. I want to agknowledge that the staff was very nice and I’m sure the other tattoo artists are very professional unlike Renette. I got a message from her a few weeks later asking me to write a good review for her and I did but, I shouldn’t have. RENETTE, when you are putting a piece of art on someone’s body that will be there forever don’t take that lightly. When your job is to professionally tattoo art on someones body I know it can eventully not mean so much to the tattooer as to the tattooed. As the one being tattooed I would hope that my tattooer would have the care, passion, and feel honoured that someone CHOSE YOU to put something so permanent on there body. I hope you learn from this experience as much as I did. (also you may not see my name in your system because Renette never even had me sign the waiver or asked to see my I.D.) but I have videos/emails to prove I was there in case of any complications. Also if you’d like to see a picture of the tattoo click on my account name and go to photos.
I highly recommend Renette!!! She is awesome!!!I took my daughter for her first tattoo for her 18th Birthday and we couldnt be happier and more pleased with the whole experience. The shop is very clean, everyone was very nice, and Renette did a great job on the tattoo. We are for sure coming back for more tattoos!!! Highly recommend Dream Masters and Renettee!!!
Renette at Dream Masters was so sweet and accommodating when I was trying to get an appointment scheduled with her for my trip to SF (I live in Washington state). The tattoo was done with skill and the whole process was very sanitary. If Im ever in SF in the future, I will definitely get tattooed by Renette again.
Wife and went here on a trip to San Fransisco right before we got married to get similar arm tattoos. Renee took us in promptly and did super clean lines for both the wife and I.We couldnt have been more pleased with the service and art execution!!
Renette was my tattoo artist and she did an amazing job with my tattoo. I was able to explain exactly what I wanted, showed her an image to base off of and from my explanation and image she was able to perfectly compose the image I wanted. Her price is good. Work even better. Planning to go back soon and get more work done! Thanks Renette!!
Excellent service and very happy with my tattoo. Dave was quiet, though the way he works you can see the passion. Got my custom design inked and colored in about 2 hours at a very fair price.
This tatoo shop was beyond absolutely amazing, I literally went in there believing that it would hurt beyond belief, but it literally felt like a bee sting. Dave was my tatoo artist, and he talked to me the whole time (I did my best not to laugh too much, lol) and it literally felt like it was 10 minutes when it was actually 30 minutes. I am so thankful to this shop for making my first tattoo so memorable, and I will definitely be coming here in the very near future many more times because it was not scary at all. Thank you so very much to my tatoo artist Dave, and to the whole Dream masters custom tatoo shop for making me feel more than welcome. You guys in this tatoo shop are so AWESOME!!!!!!!!!😀
I have three awesome tattoos and it’s all thanks to Svetlyo and his guys. Their colors are amazing and their drawings are unrivaled.Plus they are all happy to do what they do and very friendly and they make you feel like family.Thanks guys! Keep doing what you do!
I love this shop! Everyone is always very friendly and inviting. I have a few tattoos by Renette which I love! She has a great style and is very good about placement. I will no doubt go back to her for more artwork!
Best tattoo place in San Francisco!!!!!!! A family friend did his whole back here and recommended my boyfriend and I. We both started sleeves!!!!!! All the tattoo artist are wonderful!!!!!!! They really do amazing work. I highly recommend this place for anyone thinking about getting a tattoo.
I feel so lucky to have found Svetlyo and his Dream Masters’ team. Svetlyo’s artwork is beyond amazing—it speaks for itself—and he is very insightful in envisioning what a customer wants. He has this crazy ability to take my fragmented and incomplete ideas and turn them into something better than I could have ever imagined. It’s really fun to see how excited he gets over a project and it’s obvious that he genuinely cares about his customers and all aspects of his work.Additionally, the shop is meticulously clean and the atmosphere is really friendly and inviting. I always look forward to my sessions at DMCT and always feel so welcomed when I arrive! All the artists that work here are insanely talented and have such a positive and fun energy, which hugely contributes to the overall experience. I could not be happier with DMCT and highly recommend them to anyone and everyone.
I went to Dream Masters Tattoos as a walk-in right at noon (when they opened). I am from out of town and was hoping to get my first ever tattoo before leaving SF.Not so sure Tupe Guillergan does many walk-ins as he was hesitant at first. I’m assuming this is due to Tupe’s skill level and availability. While waiting, I did find his IG and was really blown away by his work.Tupe ended up taking a design I had in mind and making it wholly unique in its own right. The entire experience took about 2 hours. It was a very reasonable price for the size and quality of work.Tupe was quiet but cracked a joke every once and a while. You could tell he was focused and paid very close attention to detail. I was extremely impressed with the end result and the overall cleanliness of the parlor. I’d definitely call myself lucky to have been able to work with Tupe.
Here a little story Id like to tell, about one bad brother youd want to know so well... I searched the cyberverse looking for the perfect Yen to my Tattoo Yan. I stumbled on this amazing piece of art that clawed at my smoldering desire to honor my family members memories. To discover the artiest in my own backyard was pure fate nothing else made sense. Svetlyo was a true class act from start to finish. He listened to MY vision and heard my passion, and was able to turn that into OUR masterpiece. This journey will be but a day in my life. A mere 24 hours worth of creation, but with his skills he will forever transform my families memory for the whole world to see. You want another tattoo great! However if your looking to express your soul through your skin? The hand of this inspiring artist is without a doubt my choice to make that happen... I encourage anyone to come experience his artistry firsthand.
Currently Im in the chair with Svetlyo (The Sadist) lol. He likes to say he dosen take pleasure in tourting people, but he spends his time drawing on people with sharp needles. Love this mans insane logic. As I sit here yet again this man has managed to change my tattoo for the 5th time. What started as a 3 quarter sleeve with my daughters name turned into a master piece of art work, good laughs, great stories, and someone I can call a friend. I have have had 5 different session here and I have come to know and enjoy the entire staff. Each person with their own great personality. Renette, Raven, Dave, and Kali shout outs to all of them for being friendly, chill, and just all around good people.This place is like Disney Land on steroids. Its a great place with even better people. Mad love and respect to everyone here.
Just went today. I worked with Dave and had a great experience. Dave is professional, he took the art pieces I wanted and turned them into something Im super happy with. We just did the outline today and made appointments for the color. Great place!
Thank you to Renette who I came to as a walk-in! She did an amazing job on a custom tattoo and overall provided an awesome experience. Will definitely be coming back for another the next time I’m over from NZ! thank you Renette!
Dream masters tattoo is by far the best shop in the BAY. They are masters of many styles of tattooing. Svetlyo is the grand master of the house but his prized apprentice is Renette. Really great artist. End of story.
Gabe hooked me up and killed it. He was super cool and gave me just the tattoo that I wanted. He was very professional and on point. Nothing but respect for this place. I would highly recommend this spot for anyone who wants some real art.
Renette is amazing at what she does! I went in without a booking and she got onto it straight away, she drew up an incredible design and started at it. Renette and everyone else in the shop were so friendly and helpful. Would 100% recommend her to anyone without a worry. Thanks !!
My wife and I both got tattoos today. Everyone is super friendly. They treated us like old friends. Their art work is phenomenal! This is the only place we will go from now on.
This was my very first tattoo and i couldnt have been more satisfied. Not only was the tattoo better than what I could have hoped, but the customer service was beyond reproach! I got some really sound advice and the end result was far better than my original idea. Im strongly considering getting more details added on to this tattoo and Im definitely getting it done by the same artist!
My experience there was top notch... I went to get a small paw print on the back of ear to remember my furbaby I had to give up just days before and PJ was awesome...While he was tattooing me I told him the story and when he was done I instantly loved it....He said it was a honor getting to tattoo you and I did not have to pay because I had thru enough pain already. He has definitely found a client for life!!!!
I had been looking for a specific design to add to my tattoo sleeve and Gabriel helped me a lot with inspiration. In the end, we designed my addition together and it came out fantastic.
SCAM be aware. Every time I would go (3 times) it was always one person in the shop. They ask for deposit but don’t end up doing the work. First time tattoo be aware. Save your time and money. Bad location.
Got the cutest minimalist tattoo from Alex the other day! Although I usually go for bigger black work pieces, I wanted something simple this time round and Dream Masters, as usual, did not disappoint.
My first TattooIts a friendship tattoo, we made it 2017.Three girls on a Roadtripwith big love for coffee ☕️Thank you guys for our fist experience into the tattooworld!! We would come back if the drive weren’t so far 😉Greetings from Germany
Amazing SF tattoo shop of the highest quality in tattoo ability & standards in cleanliness! Svetlyo was very easy to work with and hes a ninja samurai master with a tattoo machine. YES - GET TATTOOED HERE!!! Thank me later ;)
Svetlyo here does great work. Very personal and fun experience. Would recommend stopping by and checking this shop out.Will continue to return to Svetlyo for all my work.
Svet does a great job. He took extra time and care to produce an amazing tattoo in design and phases for the longevity of the tattoo.. Thanks man... I am going back for another one....
I came in while on vacation for a small tattoo on my arm, renette was very welcoming and fitted me in within 30 minutes as I was a walk in. The shop is exceptionally clean and renette did exactly what I asked for. I would recommend her and the shop to anyone!!
Got my first tattoo done here and although I was nervous at first the whole team especially Britt made it the best experience that it could have possibly been I fully intend on coming back for most if not all of my next tattoos
My friend and I had booked appointments a week in advance and had a great experience from start to finish. Renette was my artist and she did a phenomenal job!!! Highly recommend!
Awesome business to get a tattoo. I have two tattoos from renette and I love them both. I dont know how to post a picture of them if not I would but you can check out her work on Instagram @hammertattoos
I have many tattoos, and it was an extreme pleasure working with the artists at this shop to make my tattoo dreams a reality. Such an awesome experience, thank you for fitting me in on vacation guys!
I personally love the independent designs that theyre about and while i fimd them a little pricy its worth it
Thank you Renette for 2 great tattoos. You were so pleasant and did a great job. Love my new body art. Totally recommend dream masters
We decided to use Dream Masters because of the 5 star rating and we were not disappointed.The staff were friendly,courteous and welcoming.One of our group was a first timer and he was made to feel relaxed and put at ease.The finished work was excellent and i strongly reccommend this place to anyone visiting San Francisco.
This place is amazing! Svetlyo is a amazing artist, very professional and clean he makes you feel comfortable and right at home. I would highly recommend him to every one!
Best tattoo shop in sf. Super profetional. Ive had Gabe do my whole chest and back. I researched shops in sf for a long time before I found these guys, Ide never go anywhere else.
I had a pretty large leg piece done by Renette I absolutely love her she’s very accommodating, she works quickly, she brought the image I wanted to life and I’m already thinking of what else I want to get done by her!
Ive been to this wonderful place twice now, once with a good friend and another time with a sibling. Both times we received warm welcomes and excellent service from Rennette. I highly recommend this place you just get a very professional and comfortable feel inside.
I just got tattooed by Kayla V she was absolutely amazing! She was so sweet and has mad skills. So happy with the outcome, thanks again Kayla ❤️
Got my first tattoo here, they made it so easy and made me feel really relaxed. would recommend this place to anyone wanting to get a tattoo in san francisco!
Had a great experience Archy owl did my wolf tattoo on my forearm everyones really friendly and makes you feel at home definitely getting more work done here 👍
The artists of this place are not only amazing professionals but also very friendly and very welcoming. The best place to get a tattoo in the whole Bay Area!
Walked in, got my tattoo. Very cleanly, great employees. Amazing art, shop minimum is $100.
Tribal tattoo of my dreams thanks to Alex and the other team members I met at Dream Masters! Love it!
My wife and her friend got inked here by Dave. He is very patient with your needs. If I ever get tattoo, it would be here
We walk in for a fast appointement on our holidays, perfect guidance. And the results are more than awesome. Everytime again
I love my tattoo made by Svetlio. If you want a nice color tattoo, visit his shop!
Very professional and friendly shop. I feel at home when I come in. Extremely clean and organized with talented artists varying in different styles. Highly recommend!
My friends (5 of us total) and I all got last minute walk in tattoos and wound up loving our work by Renette Hammer!
Absolutely love every tattoo artist and their work is amazing!
Updated: They requested a $100 deposit for artwork, and then the artist left this shop. The owner contacted me last week, and has issued a full refund. Thank you!
I got tattooed by Renette and I had the best experience at the tattoo shop. She tattooed my chest and it didn’t even hurt!!
Kayla is awesome! She’s great to work with and made the entire process easy and fun.
Very professional and very clean.Employees are nice and friendly.
Absolutely love this shop! Very professional and a great environment to be in. 10/10 experience with excellent artists.
Got my first tattoo here and it ended up great, chill staff too.
Cool app
Dave is the only person Ill trust to improvise details. Hes the best.
Everyone in the shop was great, especially Kayla! Definitely will be back
Great artists, super friendly and professional environment would highly recommend coming here!
Renette is a bad ass, an incredible artist, and a blast to chat with.
Picked up a few very well-done tattoos here. Thanks again
Good guy, nice Shop, cool style and quickly professional tattoos.
No availability so a real rating isn’t doable. Nice customer service though.
Amazing artists, amazing work, good price and very sterilic!
Nice and clean. Service is really fast and efficient
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Great experience! Thanks Kayla! 💯
Dope piercing collection for my gauges
Exceptionally clean and professional.
Awesome artist!
Exceptional work
(Translated by Google) Magnificent living room.We went there for a souvenir tattoo from our Road Trip in the USA.The artists are incredibly kind, they welcome you as if you were their friends
We received a very warm welcome and the boss and the artist were great! Thanks again for this tattoo! You can go there with your eyes closed
My girlfriend and I on holiday in San Francisco decided to get a tattoo so with little notice we decided to contact this studio via email who promptly responded and we made an appointment. The tattoos are very simple but I wanted to underline the professionalism and kindness and the cleanliness of this studio. Kayla the employee who welcomed us was always very kind and professional, truly a great place to get a tattoo in San Francisco
The best tattoo services! The team at Dream Masters gave me a variety of reasonable tattoo quotes based on different sizes and locations, I was very happy with how professional and patient my artist Dave specifically was. I will definitely come again for the next one.
The best tattoo design! The staff at Dream Masters helped me design my own unique tattoo and I couldnt be happier with the result! Thank you very much to all!