At Bonaroo Tattoo, we're a team of passionate artists driven by our love of body art. Our story begins with a unique name that reflects our commitment to excellence. "Bonaroo" is an old-fashioned term for "bringing your best, " and that's exactly what we strive to do with every tattoo and piercing we create.
Our Tattoo Shops
Located in Parker and Aurora, Colorado, our two tattoo shops offer a welcoming atmosphere and a talented team of artists. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a first-time tattoo enthusiast, we'll work closely with you to turn your design ideas into reality. Our experienced artists have honed their skills over years of dedicated practice and continue to explore new styles and techniques to stay at the forefront of the tattoo industry.
Services
At Bonaroo Tattoo, we offer a range of services to cater to your unique needs. From tattoos to piercings, we're committed to providing exceptional services that meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
- Tattoos: We offer walk-in sessions and appointment-only custom tattoos, depending on the complexity of the design. Our artists will work with you to create a custom piece that reflects your personal style and preferences.
- Piercings: From earlobes to body parts, our experienced piercers will guide you through the process of getting pierced. We use high-quality jewelry and ensure that all procedures are performed safely and hygienically.
Meet Our Artists
Our talented team of artists brings a diverse range of styles and experiences to the table. From traditional to Japanese-inspired designs, each artist has their own unique perspective and approach to body art. Below, you'll find a brief introduction to our Parker-based artists:
- Jarad Graves: With 20 years of experience, Jarad brings a wealth of expertise to our Parker location. His preferred style is traditional with a touch of color and dotwork.
- Italo Ganni: Italo has been tattooing professionally for 13 years and has a passion for Japanese-inspired designs. He believes in educating new clients and helping them understand what makes a good tattoo.
- Kaegan Cotie: With 6 years of experience, Kaegan is a skilled artist with a love for traditional tattooing. He enjoys combining classic designs with illustrative twists.
Aurora-Based Artists
At our Aurora location, you'll find:
- J.J. Crampton: With 10 years of experience, J.J. is a talented artist with expertise in traditional, neo-traditional, and Japanese tattooing.
- Stevie Reign: Stevie is a relatively new addition to our team, with 1 year of experience. She specializes in neotraditional and illustrative designs.
- Kelli Shigeno: A 17-year veteran of the tattoo industry, Kelli is a skilled artist with a passion for illustrative, portrait, and pinup-style tattooing.
Visit Us
Whether you're a local or just visiting the Denver area, we invite you to visit us at either our Parker or Aurora location. Our dedicated team is committed to making your tattoo or piercing experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Take a stroll through our portfolios, chat with our artists, and let us help you bring your body art vision to life.
Cleanliness and Professionalism
Several reviewers praised the cleanliness and professionalism of the shop, mentioning that the artists were well-maintained, the equipment was sterilized, and the staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Moni B. mentioned that the shop has a "stellar" professionalism, while Karina Avina Tena praised the cleanliness, professionalism, and punctuality of the shop.
Positive Experiences
Most reviewers had a positive experience at the shop, with many praising the artists for their skills, patience, and attention to detail. Authors Sheila Martin, Shellmik Scott, Moni B., Alexandra C., Chelsea Reese, Kalvin LeBlanc, Taryn W., and R. Moore all gave the shop 5-star ratings, with comments like "JJ did my tattoo the owner. very nice tattoo", "Stevie did a wonderful job on my tattoo!", and "Chuck did an amazing job. my tattoo is beautiful and unique!"
Disappointing Experiences
On the other hand, some reviewers had disappointing experiences. Julia Solsbery gave the shop a 1-star rating, mentioning that the artist accidentally removed her birthmark during the tattoo process, causing emotional distress. Drayke Hilpert also gave the shop 3 stars, mentioning that the artist he worked with was not accommodating and rushed through the process, resulting in an infected tattoo.
Piercing Experience
Some reviewers had experiences with piercings rather than tattoos, with Amanda Pita giving the shop a 1-star rating for her septum piercing experience, which was painful and not done to her satisfaction. Sara Golz, however, had a positive experience with piercings, praising the staff for keeping her calm and doing a good job.

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