Business Details
19 Years
experience
Custom Tattoos & Art Gallery in Minneapolis
Tough Love Studio has been creating custom tattoos in Minneapolis since 2007. Founded by Joel David McClure, our studio combines artistic expertise with personalized service to deliver one-of-a-kind body art. After a temporary relocation to Sweden, we returned to establish a private appointment-only studio that maintains the high standards clients expect. Our process emphasizes collaboration, ensuring each design reflects the client's unique vision and life experiences. The studio also features a rotating fine art gallery showcasing local artists' work. With over 17 years in business, we prioritize clean, organized environments and maintain a reputation for transforming challenging tattoo requests into exceptional art pieces.Our team's deep understanding of various tattoo stylesfrom traditional to contemporaryensures clients receive technically precise and creatively distinctive results. We operate transparently, providing clear communication throughout the design and tattooing process. The studio's physical space reflects our commitment to modern aesthetics while maintaining functional excellence. Our track record of satisfied clients demonstrates our ability to consistently meet and exceed expectations in both artistry and service delivery.
Services
Custom Tattooing
Fine Art Gallery
Tattoo Consultations
Art Exhibitions
Private Studio Appointments
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have over 17 years of experience in custom tattoo design
- Our artists specialize in transforming challenging concepts into exceptional art
- We maintain a clean, organized studio environment
- Our owner has international experience from Sweden's tattoo scene
- We offer both tattoo services and a local art exhibition space
What people say
Amazing work
Great people
Clean organized space
Beautiful artwork
Couldn't be happier
Services
Custom Tattooing
We create completely unique tattoos tailored to individual preferences. Our artists work closely with clients to develop original designs that reflect personal stories and aesthetics. The studio specializes in various styles including color, black-and-grey, and traditional tattoos while maintaining strict hygiene standards.
Fine Art Gallery
Our studio features rotating art exhibitions showcasing local artists' paintings. Most artwork is available for purchase, providing community artists exposure while enhancing our studio's creative atmosphere. The gallery offers visitors an additional artistic experience beyond tattoo services.
People
Joel David McClure
Owner | Artist
Joel founded Tough Love Studio in 2007 and has operated it as a private appointment-only studio since returning from Sweden. With extensive experience in custom tattoo design, he personally handles all tattoo consultations and maintains the studio's artistic standards.
Questions
How do I schedule a tattoo appointment?
Please call 612-345-5818 to schedule a consultation. We operate by appointment only to ensure personalized attention for each client.
What tattoo styles do you specialize in?
We work with all styles including color, black-and-grey, traditional, portraiture, and cover-ups. Our focus is creating unique designs tailored to client preferences.
Can you fix previous tattoos?
Yes, we handle cover-ups and tattoo corrections. Joel McClure has extensive experience transforming unsatisfactory tattoos into new, improved designs.
Who is the primary artist?
Joel David McClure is the owner and primary artist. He has over 17 years of experience in custom tattoo design and personally handles all studio appointments.
