Compass Rose Tattoo - Oakdale, Connecticut

Brennan N.

I went into Compass Rose tattoo to get ink from Stephen James @sorreriotats about 2 months ago looking to get a sleeve (the sleeve is still in progress). And Stephen worked with my budget to create this masterpiece in progress. @sorreriotats is budget friendly. He will work with you. He has done all the work on this arm besides the girl on the bottom of my arm. He has covered up two tattoos very well I had prior to working with him. As you can see from the photos his work is excellent. They also offer a military/first responder discount. The shop is very nice and they are welcoming to new people looking to get their first tattoos or continue getting tattooed. Great place all around.

Fernando A.

I messaged Stephen with an idea the day before and being military my schedule is always changing. He came in on his off day just to accommodate to my schedule . He was great ! Very professional, very upfront on pricing/information and answering any questions. During the process he checked in frequently to ensure I was comfortable and to make sure I was happy with the progress he was making. He offers a military discount which is nice !

Chris

I recently had the pleasure of getting a tattoo done by Stephen Sorrieo, and I can confidently say that the experience exceeded all of my expectations. From the moment I walked into the studio, I was welcomed with warmth and professionalism. The ambiance was clean, comfortable, and artistically inspiring—a perfect reflection of the incredible work being done there.

What truly sets Stephen apart is their exceptional talent and attention to detail.

On the day of the tattoo, Stephen demonstrated an impressive level of skill and precision. The care they took with each line and shading was evident, and the final result was a breathtaking tattoo that surpassed anything I could have imagined. The colors were vibrant, the lines crisp, and the overall design was perfectly executed.

Beyond the technical excellence, Stephen has an amazing ability to make their clients feel at ease. Their calm demeanor and reassuring presence made the entire process enjoyable and pain-free. It’s clear that they genuinely care about their clients and are passionate about their craft.

Cass B.

I had an incredible experience at this tattoo shop. After calling them to assist a friend, I decided to take the plunge and get another tattoo myself. I couldn't be happier with the outcome, and Johnny's artistry is second to none. My husband, Johnny, Steve and I were reminiscing about a past tattoo experiences, including a disappointing one I received in 2014. However, Steve at this shop did a phenomenal job of transforming the tattoo into a real Batman masterpiece. I would enthusiastically recommend both Steve and Johnny to anyone seeking a top-notch tattoo experience. They are both highly skilled and a pleasure to work with.

Joe D.

I had an amazing experience with Kobe at the tattoo shop! He is super talented and professional. He took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and turned my vision into a beautiful piece of art. His attention to detail and steady hand made me feel completely at ease. I couldn’t be happier with the result. If you’re looking for a skilled and friendly tattoo artist, I highly recommend Kobe!

Magan A.

After being turned down by Memories Ink in Crystal Mall because they refused to do the tattoo and told him they were not experienced enough or comfortable doing so much detail… my fiancé was referred to Compass Rose and WOW is all I could say! They 10/10 met his expectations and then some. We would highly recommend this place!! Steven S did his tattoo! He was awesome! & did an amazing job!! he is so happy with his tattoo and will definitely be returning!!

Destiney P.

Not only did I get some fire ink from Kobe but he also gave me the best experience one looks for when getting a tattoo! I told him my vision for a tattoo and he worked with me till it was how I wanted it and where i wanted it. He was very patient with me when I couldn’t pick out a size as well as he showed me what each size would look like in the placement. Once I chosen the right size he let me know what the price would be and I was super shocked on his pricing because I expected it to be more. He continue to stay patient with me and made sure I was comfortable in the chair, while sitting in the chair he showed me all his new supplies before opening them. After getting comfortable he started to put the stencil on and continued to explain what he was doing to help put my mind at ease. Next thing I knew he started to tattoo and I was calm along with excited to see the end result. Not only was I calm already but while getting the tattoo he was making me laugh but also would listen to me when I talked to him. After a couple hours went by I was extremely happy with my tattoo. So happy that I kept going back to Kobe and made him my permanent artist.

If you’re looking for an artist who has these qualities then I would 10/10 recommend Kobe because he’s never truly disappoints💚

kiki19

I got tattooed by Stephan James about a week ago he did a floral piece on my spine and it came out absolutely amazing it’s my favorite piece I have. He was super helpful with the design and helped with my indecisiveness lol. Will definitely be seeing him for future tattoos!