Distinctive Body Art Studio Tattoo & Piercing

Simply impressed. Professional, honest, reasonable. Justin did my tattoo. He was a gentleman and a pleasure, not to mention talented. The owners Shawn and Sid did everything they could to make my experience successful, and that it was. Lot of choices in San Clemente, so save yourself some time and go here!

Sid and Shaun know what they’re doing. Every tattoo I’ve seen and gotten are detailed and bursting with life. I have recommended so many friends to them and every time all I hear is positive feedback. They know how to keep a comfortable and safe environment which I think is so important in a tattoo shop. The shop is also so clean and organized - it’ll probably be the first thing you notice when entering!

I’ve gotten not only tattoos, but also piercings here and I have NEVER left disappointed! Shaun and Sid are the most knowledgeable artists I have had the pleasure of meeting! Their work is amazing, their cleanliness is phenomenal, and the atmosphere is very welcoming. Looking forward to getting more work done by them two!

I had a great experience with Shaun and Sid. I got my first tattoo there and they made the process so easy and simple that I came back for more. I have recommended them to anyone who asks about tattoos or piercings. Very kind people and very experienced.

I've been going to DBA for nearly a decade... first in Lake Forest and now, in San Clemente for one reason: they're awesome!
Originally, it was just Shaun inking me, but now, Sid has become one if the premier artists around!
Both have accumulated a large number of wins at very popular conventions as evidence of their top skills!
Getting a tattoo is a big decision that should not be rushed into. Once a person is 100% positive they want one, the next biggest choice is the artist who you need to trust. Examining Shaun and Sid's portfolio will give you confidence that DBA is the place for you!

The Studio is amazing, very clean. I have been pierced by Sid and she took the time to make sure I knew every thing I needed to take care of it and when I came back in she made sure to check on it every time couldn't ask more from her, she's amazing. Sid also tattoos, she's very light handed with her machines, with perfect line work. I've also been tattooed by Shaun. Shaun is a master of his craft and has always been willing to work with me to get a design and style that would work best for me and is very quick with his machines. Couldn't ask for a better shop and artists.

Omg ! I couldn’t be happier with the way I was treated and decorated at this shop. Very professional and experienced staff.

I highly recommend DBA and Sid. I went in for the daith piercing to try and get my headaches under control and I am thrilled with the results! Sid is super chill and really professional, she knows what she's talking about and has a very customer-oriented approach. She let me get comfortable before doing the piercing, and let me take time to decide whether or not to get the second ear done as well, after she had already done the first and marked the second. She's super patient and didn't pressure me at all. The piercing is doing great two weeks later. She made sure I knew how to take care of it before I left.

Shaun and Sid are both great and make you feel at home. One of the only places I am comfortable getting work done, I am willing to come down all the way from Sacramento. Shaun is an amazing artist, works quick, and charges very fair prices. Great shop!!!

Best artists in town! Shaun and Sid are both incredibly talented at what they do and their work speaks for itself. Easy going relaxed atmosphere and very welcoming whether it's your 1st or 50th tattoo!

Easily the best shop I’ve ever been to. Shopped around for a while and either the work wasn’t all there, the people weren’t inviting or the prices simply didn’t match the work. Once I got my first piece here I knew I wasn’t going anywhere else. The people are great and understanding of all your needs. The price doesn’t match but that’s because the quality is much better than you’d expect! I know for all my future work, tattoos or piercings I will follow Sid and Shaun.

These coolest group of people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. The entire staff is stocked with so much knowledge and skill, never have I heard of an entire tattoo shop staying up past their hours until 5 in the morning for a client they like. They're flexible with budgets and can turn your cool idea into an absolute beautiful work of art you'll never regret getting.

This place is great, the people here are very nice and love helping you with tattoo ideas. They give great advise and do there best to be flexible for you if your flexible enough for them with appointments. Real artists, clean, cool chill vibe. They definitely know what they are doing. oh and don't worry marines, they know the regs for tats.

Went in to talk about getting an ear piercing done and knew within 5 minutes of being there I was ready. Besides being extremely pleasant human beings, they were both very knowledgeable about the piercing and what to do/what not to do, great sense of humor and they both just seemed really down to earth. Glad I stumbled in here after sitting at the DMV. I'll definitely go back for more work and recommend them to anyone asking.

Shaun was awesome! I got a rib tattoo and it didnt hurt a bit. It was relaxing. He has the softest hand ever. He is officially my tattoo artist.

This shop is so amazing! All of the employees make you feel at home and comfortable. Sid helped me the past few times and she has always been very friendly and informative. 5 stars!!!!!

Got my first tattoo here on my ribs. It wasnt painful at all and i LOVE the work Sid did. I would recommend her to anyone!

Great vibe in the shop, puts you at ease and extremely friendly, both artists are great got one tattoo here and instantly came back to get started on another and now we're working on my third piece together. Best shop in the area without a doubt.

This place is amazing just got my right side ribs done and it looks awesome. Sid did a great job on it. definately coming back even if its just for the company that they keep there.

They were able to do me and my wife for an affordable rate and a short notice of scheduling.