Get to Know Us
A Different Kind of Tattoo Experience in Hillcrest
Vivid Tattoo was created to offer something a little different.
Located in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego, our shop serves the community with a focus on quality work, a comfortable atmosphere, and a team that genuinely cares about the experience you have, not just the tattoo you leave with.
From the moment you walk in, the goal is simple: make you feel welcome, heard, and confident in the process.
- Built around people, not just tattoos
- Clean, comfortable, and professional
- Part of the Hillcrest community
- 4.7Google rating
- 103Google reviews
- 8Artists and piercers
- 7Days a week, 12–11 PM
Built Around People, Not Just Tattoos
We know getting a tattoo is personal.
Sometimes it’s something you’ve planned for years. Other times, it’s a spontaneous decision that just feels right.
Either way, we take the time to understand what you’re looking for and guide you through the process, from idea to final piece.
No pressure. No rushing. Just solid work and honest conversations.
Our Team
At Vivid Tattoo, you’re not just working with one artist—you’re stepping into a team of artists.
Each artist brings their own style and perspective, which means we can match you with someone who fits your vision—not force your idea into a style that doesn’t.
Across the team, the work includes:
- Custom tattoo design
- Black and grey
- Fine line
- Realism
- Traditional and neo-traditional
- Color work
- Cover-ups and reworks
- Piercing
Clean, Comfortable, and Professional
We’ve built our space to feel different from what people typically expect from a tattoo shop.
Clean, organized, and comfortable, so you can relax and focus on the experience, not feel rushed or out of place.
Vivid is a tattoo and piercing studio in Hillcrest built around personal work, straightforward conversations and a comfortable atmosphere.
Testimonials
What People are Saying
“Stopped in with an idea for a memorial piece for my Stepmom who passed. Stephanie took a look at what I had and next thing I know was I was in the chair. Great atmosphere, great conversation and great work....will be back again.”
Jeffrey S. · Google review
“I’ve gotten both tattoos and piercings here and they always come out perfectly. fun environment and very welcoming staff. highly recommende.”
Alexandra M. · Google review
“This place is so amazing! Beautiful art work, talented artists and clean! They made sure it was exactly how we wanted it, with no attitude that they had to re make it. They were happy to help make and so friendly! Check it out for yourself, you won’t be disappointed! I’m sad I don’t live in state this would be my go to place! Thank you!!”
Ginger D. · Google review
Visit Vivid
Right here in Hillcrest.
Start with a Conversation
We don’t believe in guessing when it comes to your tattoo.
Start a conversation with Vivid about your idea, so we can talk through the piece and pricing and make sure everything is clear before getting started.
We’re unable to provide exact quotes over the phone, since every piece is different.
Open Daily 12 PM–11 PM
Part of the Hillcrest Community
Being in Hillcrest means a lot to us.
We’ve built relationships with clients from all over San Diego, from North Park and Downtown to Mission Hills.
That trust is something we take seriously every day.