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Happy Collectors

I absolutely love Pandas-and Kristy did me proud!! Not only is the panda awesome, her watercolor technique is top notch!! I highly recommend!! Thank you so much Kristy!!
Jennifer LeJan
Jennifer LeJan
20:45 27 Sep 22
Kat is.an amazing artist with great vision. I have come to the point with her in which I show up after telling her my idea and just let her go. Everything she comes up with is better than I originally dreamt up. I trust her completely.
Faye Anstey
Faye Anstey
18:02 14 Sep 15
I got my first tattoo in June and another in October. Beautiful work by a beautiful lady! Looking forward to the next one.
Sandra Carmichael
Sandra Carmichael
07:25 30 Dec 16
I had a fantastic experience getting tattooed by apprentice, Kathleen. I was made very comfortable in studio and was provided excellent education on aftercare by Kathleen and Kat. I was impressed by Kat's attentiveness to her apprentice and Kathleen's clear skill just a few tattoos in. I've been to quite a few studios and will definitely be back to this one for the high calibre of artist and cozy atmosphere.
Lauren Nobel-Lang
Lauren Nobel-Lang
00:45 30 Jul 22
Red Fraser
Red Fraser
17:26 30 Dec 16
I have been following many tattoo artists on social media, waiting to find the perfect artist that I felt could do the type of realism I wanted.. I stumbled upon Kat's page and knew instantly she was the one. She was able to create EXACTLY what I wanted in a tattoo. Kat is an unbelievable artist on paper and that talent flows right into her tattooing. I would HIGHLY recommend Kat to anyone who has been searching for the perfect artist for their perfect piece!
Kelsy Robbins
Kelsy Robbins
22:35 03 Mar 16
Love her! So talented!!! And gentle. Highly recommend Kat and her needle skills 🙂
Abbey Lee Grace
Abbey Lee Grace
19:35 03 Nov 15
Absolutely fantastic experience! So professional and BEAUTIFUL work! Can’t wait to get my next one from Kat💙
Kyla Mackenzie
Kyla Mackenzie
03:38 22 Aug 18
Kat and her staffs are amazing 💖💖 They made my session felt like a breeze 😘😘 So much talent 👍🏻👍🏻! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 🏆🏆
Shelbe BeeBee
Shelbe BeeBee
03:59 15 Jun 19
Harmeet Singh is an Incredible man with his Magical Skills. As he is Welcome and Pleasant Personality, he is Dedicated to his work and a Hardworking person. Harmeet has Evaluated his skills and keep it Enhancing day by day .
The day i was getting to be inked . Harmeet helped and corrected me to choose the best concept for my arm with an appropriate Design according to his Sense and Experience . He always take care of his clients well with great knowledge and information before starting the tatoo and also follows the rules and regulations that are been followed before starting the process of tattoo now days like wearing of mask, sanitization, maintaining of distance and gloves for the protection. I feel blessed that i got it done my tattoo from the best tattooartist in Canada (Saskatchewan). He Entertains well to the clients and always gives the best to the clients. Therefore, after getting such a good and amazing result of my tattoo , I am planning to have one more on my alternate arm from you . you are the service provider and the best tattooartist . I always recommend my knowns to you for getting the best results , you are an inspirational man with an amazing personality . keep growing up and best wishes for your bright future 💪❤️
Amrit Nandra
Amrit Nandra
10:26 15 Sep 20
Five stars for the most amazing Tattoo artist! We managed to get my half sleeve done on a weekend and I just can't stop looking at it!! So much talent and patience is admirable 🙂
Kolibri Art
Kolibri Art
22:05 03 Apr 17
i adore all my pieces done here!
Kalle Morin
Kalle Morin
21:48 16 Feb 23
Excellent experience and friendly staff
Adele Trotter
Adele Trotter
23:42 24 Jul 21
I love the tattoo Harmeet did for me!! He’s very talented & listened to what I really wanted for the design of my tattoo. Would 💯% recommend him & the shop for a great experience!
Kazza Priel
Kazza Priel
02:25 14 Oct 18
Harmeet just did my eagle tattoo on my upper back.
Extremely happy with the turnout.
Already planning my next ink for Harmeet to do for me.
Daryl Brayshaw
Daryl Brayshaw
20:04 09 Feb 20
They are an amazing shop, good service, very friendly and actually help you get the tattoo that you want and is personalized for you. I recommend this place !
Bailee Wilson
Bailee Wilson
04:44 18 Jun 22
I had a leg tattoo done of a pirate on a treasure chest, the detail Kat puts into her artistry is beyond amazing. I am looking forward to the next tattoo by her!!
Roger Davidson
Roger Davidson
06:33 30 Oct 16
Awesome environment! Love Harmet’s work! Had been following him for awhile, wish I had seen him sooner. 😊 Incredibly talented!!
Nicole Amber
Nicole Amber
01:10 15 Jul 19
She did an amazing coverup in a very short period of time
Brandy Anne
Brandy Anne
06:15 10 Jun 17
Extreme talent in this woman!! Easy, breezy, beautiful!!!
Susan McCrae
Susan McCrae
01:32 12 Feb 18
This shop I would recommend to everyone that asks they have a wide range of styles and are professional .. 2 thumbs up👍🏻👍🏻 thanks kristy now I can have a tribute tattoo on me forever and remember my dad in a positive way. Angels are watching over. ❤️ I would go back. 100 percent ..
Tricia Lee
Tricia Lee
14:30 02 Dec 21
HARMEET TATTOO did my first tattoo, he is an amazing artist with very sharp talent. He is very detail oriented and comes out with best with realistic tattoo. 110% recommended from me for your first and best tattoo, he will do his best job beyond your own expectation.
Daljeet Kaur
Daljeet Kaur
03:13 15 Sep 20
Great experience. Happy I finally got my first tattoo here.
Natain Stam
Natain Stam
21:03 04 Jul 19
Good consulting and responsive. Thank you for making my first tattoo a good experience.
Grey Pd
Grey Pd
01:44 11 May 19
When I stumbled upon Kat there was no turning back... absolutely love all my tattoos she has done. And have sent quite a few peeps to her
Sherlin Harrison Meier
Sherlin Harrison Meier
22:27 23 Jul 19
Great experience, was my first tattoo and it turned out better than I ever thought. The shop has a great vibe to it, very laid back
Mat Mueller
Mat Mueller
18:32 01 Apr 17
I got my first tattoo done by Harmeet.
He was great from start to finish he is so detailed in his work an you can see the passion he has. I’m glad I waited to get him to do my first tat. All the staff was very pleasant an helpful. Thank you guys for the great experience. I’ll be back to finish my sleeve.
Mitchell Butterfield
Mitchell Butterfield
23:54 10 Oct 21
Came in for walk in and was clean, professional and really friendly! I will be back for some bigger work in the future!
Michael Fischer
Michael Fischer
18:14 02 Nov 19
Best experience - from start to finish - for my first tattoo (memorial). Contacted about getting a tattoo done and was asked to send in picture. Pic sent and advised them what changes I’d like. Few days later was contacted to say Kristy would be my tattoo artist. Made consult appointment with her. Day of consult - Kristy has pic on iPad and we discuss various things about tattoo - changes, placement, size, etc. Tattoo day - Kristy shows me tattoo stencil - in my opinion - went over and above of what I was expecting! After discussing placement - tattoo gets done - with a few questions along the way. Even after care of tattoo was super easy -especially for a tattoo newbie! Love my tattoo and almost everyone that has seen it - has liked it. Definitely recommend Kristy and Mama Tried. If/when I decide to get another tattoo - will be back.
Marlene Hedley
Marlene Hedley
16:37 19 Jun 22
Just finished my first tattoo by Kat and I know it won't be my last! Beautiful vision for what jumbled ideas I brought to her and amazing detail!
Jenessa Schafer
Jenessa Schafer
21:54 15 May 16
I saw Kat today to get the first tattoo I ever had done covered up with a bigger and flashier version. Very happy with how the session went and looking forward to seeing it healed. First person I sent a pic of the completed work to came back saying "Beautiful!!"
Jason Scott Owchar
Jason Scott Owchar
19:31 09 Nov 18
An amazing artist with real passion for her work
Christopher Heppner
Christopher Heppner
17:15 30 Jun 18
Great place ! Everyone there is friendly and welcoming. Work stations are all cleaned/sanitized and ready to go!
Kayla Princess Addison
Kayla Princess Addison
17:52 14 Apr 21
The atmosphere is amazing and the artists, even better. Kristy was great, she took the time to make sure it was what I wanted and how I wanted it. She was very detail oriented and it showed off in the tattoo. 100/10 would recommend.
Haley Alexis
Haley Alexis
00:40 01 Oct 22
Very professional and have always had awesome experiences there.
Justine Tynan-Haughian
Justine Tynan-Haughian
16:20 13 Aug 18
Excellent work!! Loved how perfect Kat made getting this piece done. Will recommend her to everyone and will be going back!
Willy N Sheri Chester
Willy N Sheri Chester
16:01 29 Jun 17
I went to Mama Tried for my first tattoo ever today and everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Kristy was my artist and her design was exactly what I wanted. She was amazing and friendly and let me talk her ear off because I was nervous. She also answered all of my questions and did an amazing job. I will definitely be back!
JoAnna Calder
JoAnna Calder
01:06 03 Aug 22
Lovely experience with this gem of a lady!
My tattoo is beautiful.
Teneille Nadeau
Teneille Nadeau
18:51 31 Jan 16
I got a tattoo by Kat in November 2016. I met with her and she was able to draw what I was thinking. She was so great to work with and I'm so happy with the final product. I highly recommend her if you are wanting a tattoo!!
Joanna Baker
Joanna Baker
20:35 06 Nov 16
Was nice work that was done here. Got lots of compliments
Megan Johnston
Megan Johnston
01:40 17 Aug 19
Did my first session with Kat today and it was great! She's so sweet and nice and really cares about her designs. Definitely going to recommend Mama Tried to everyone.
Courtney Sellar
Courtney Sellar
22:02 18 Aug 18
Love my tattoo. First one too. Warm and welcoming. Great experience!! Thanks Kat
Alayna Ritch
Alayna Ritch
03:34 24 Apr 16
Very professional and a true talented artist!!! 🙂
Joy Tesch
Joy Tesch
15:53 31 Mar 16
Harmeet did an amazing job on my tattoo!! 💯
Dani Laing
Dani Laing
21:21 22 Jun 20
Kristy was absolutely amazing. I sent her an idea of what I wanted and she went above and beyond what I could expect. I wanted a stitch tattoo with water color. She took this pic and changed the pose and also added more color. For only an hour of tattoo time she nailed it!!! I'm super happy with my tattoo and can't wait till it heals so I can show it off to family and friends. Thanks a bunch Kristy you rock!!!
Carlene Rae
Carlene Rae
19:14 11 Jul 21
Very professional! Had a tattoo done today and part of the funds go to Saskatoon Dog Rescue!
Laurel Thompson
Laurel Thompson
02:39 12 Aug 18
Kat is amazing artist and an amazing person. I had a great time, and I come out with an even better tattoo. Can’t recommend enough. Lots of time and effort were put into placement and making sure everything was perfect before any ink was layed.
Curtis Williamson
Curtis Williamson
17:05 08 Mar 18
Harmeet is an incredibly gifted artist and a master of fine detail. I approached him to help me complete a sleeve that I had envisioned for a very long time. He listened intently to what I was wanting and has been bringing it to life ever since! Only one or two sessions left to go! Harmeet takes a lot of pride in his work and it shows. He is a personable guy with a great sense of humour and a pleasure to be around! I highly recommend him!
Jolene Haley Strang
Jolene Haley Strang
06:32 15 Sep 20
Just had my first appointment & Kat totally blew me away. Her professionalism, care, & attention to detail have no match. The only thing that compares to all that is her skill as a tattoo artist. My tattoo is only at an early stage & already I am so impressed & can't wait for my next session. I honestly cannot give Kat enough praise & feel so lucky to have found her.
Sean Polreis
Sean Polreis
01:57 09 Feb 18
Kat is amazing. Did a beautiful cover up for me. And then I got addicted.

She has done 3 more tattoos for me and 1 for my husband. Love the care and quality of workmanship....Staff is very friendly.

Would definately recommend Momma Tried 🙂
Gina Digness
Gina Digness
21:54 15 May 19
Harmeet is an artist ! Very punctual , professional, clean , great eye for detail , all around great guy !!!
The shop is organized, nice , all staff friendly , loved first piece of full sleeve there today.
Highly recommend.
Dustin Smolinski
Dustin Smolinski
05:15 30 Oct 20
some of the best artists I've ever seen! the chillest vibe for a shop and amazing work!!
Monika Thompson
Monika Thompson
18:50 08 Apr 22
First tattoo by Kat and the results are far beyond expectations. I gave her an idea without many specifics and she ran with it to come up with a beautiful original piece I’m proud of. Her creativity and superb craftsmanship shine through.
All the staff were welcoming and helpful from my first consultation to the finished piece. Would highly recommend. !!! 10/10
Curtis Fossenier
Curtis Fossenier
02:00 07 Mar 19
Would definitely recommend for tattoos. The staff was super helpful from the first message and got me in quickly. was able to see Colleen for a small tattoo and she did amazing! Will be back for more soon.
Devynn Boyer
Devynn Boyer
22:41 06 Aug 21
A clean shop that does high quality work. Harmeet has amazing artistic ability that transfers to skin well. I won't go anywhere else. I healed so quickly and it looks fantastic. Can't wait for the next one. Really recommend you all.!!🥰☺️
Thanks HarMeet SinGh
Malkit Kalsi
Malkit Kalsi
03:52 18 Sep 20
Great work! Very friendly, So much talent! 110% 🙂
Ian Leavitt
Ian Leavitt
02:04 17 Sep 15
Amazing work 🙂 you can tell her what you want and she makes it better then you imagined recommend her to everyone
Lisa Levesque
Lisa Levesque
18:38 14 Sep 15
Came in today with my husband for a walk in tattoo. Everyone was professional, clean and friendly. Francesco did both of ours and he did an awesome job. Lots of details and super clean lines. We are both very happy with our tattoos. Thumbs up from us 👍👍
Brittany Hanninen
Brittany Hanninen
02:22 20 Jul 19
Kat is so talented! Just got my first tattoo done by her and I love it. I highly recommend her!
Shelby Amjad
Shelby Amjad
16:54 18 Feb 16
Missy Zarubiak
Missy Zarubiak
02:09 30 Dec 17
Very talented, very gentle. Looking forward to my next piece.
Marion Bergman
Marion Bergman
02:48 04 Jul 17
Had my first session with Kat about a week ago and I cannot say enough kind things about her and her work!! So much care and attention was placed on the design and placement of the tattoo and the tattooing itself. Her workspace is clean and Kat is super friendly and puts a lot of work into what she’s tattooing on you. I’ve told numerous people about her work all ready and will continue to do so. One more session and I can’t wait! Her realism work is AMAZING. Highly recommend her! �
Ava Whyte
Ava Whyte
21:18 21 Aug 18
Kat is truly amazing! She took my scattered idea and turned it into a work of art! I can't wait for future sessions to finish the project!
Caval Olson-Lepage
Caval Olson-Lepage
02:29 25 Jul 21
I connected with Kat in hopes of coming up with a tattoo in memory of my dad. Her vision of my ideas and the outcome was amazing...I have lots of tattoos but this one is the most meaningful and insanely beautiful!
Tammy Lee
Tammy Lee
14:52 04 Jan 19
Amazing young talent, have gotten 3....so far lol
Jackie Hodgkinson
Jackie Hodgkinson
23:26 14 Sep 15

The Artists

Colleen

Favourite thing to tattoo: Line art + the human figure! 

Sydney

Favourite thing to tattoo:

A wide variety of styles, and especially nature!

Kristy

Favourite thing to tattoo: 

Anything in colour, especially flowers & cats!

Katja

Favourite thing to tattoo: 

Portraits, roses & nature, realistic or neotraditional, and especially in colour!

Daljeet (Dee)

Mama tried

to raise me better