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March 2024 by Tricia Ellis
Being from the Central Valley,
I'm extremely grateful to have
found Heavy Water Tattoo and
Tattoo Owner/Artist, Brayton
Furlong in Santa Cruz. Brayton
has used his amazingly
creative and unique talent to
produce pieces of art that I'm
very proud to have
permanently on my personal
canvas, my body.
If you're looking for a Tattoo
Artist who is not only
professional, but who is worth
the drive, who will create a
special piece just for you and
who will make you feel
completely comfortable, you
need not to look any further.
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February 2024 by HC Marketplace
I travelled down from Sacramento to see Brayton and couldn’t be happier with my tattoo! I had a certain idea in mind and after talking to Brayton I realized he would take my idea and make it 10x’s better. He truly is an artist! Unlike other shops I have been in, he has created an environment that doesn’t feel awkward or uncomfortable. Thanks Brayton! Can’t wait for the next one!
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January 2024 by Alexis Imani
My Girlfriend and I were visiting Capitola for the first time for our new years. We decided to check on tattoo shops to get a simple tattoo .Nikos was our artist and his work showed to be great. I rate it 2 stars due to them being nice and laid back however our simple tattoos are fading. It’s been 4 days now and the ink is disappearing. We now have to find another artist to do a job that should’ve been done right the first time .
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November 2022 by Nicole T.
I've been wanting to get a tattoo in honor of my father who passed in 2020, and I finally found Brayton. He is pretty busy, so you need to book your appointment pretty far in advance...but he's definitely worth the wait. I had a copy of my father's signature from a letter he wrote, and also a picture of a hummingbird (I call it a hummingbird angel :), and wanted them tattoo'd together on my forearm. The last day we saw my father, we were surrounded by hummingbirds. It is definitely something that is super sentimental and meaningful to me. Brayton is extremely easy to communicate with, and has a very laid back and positive disposition. His shop is not only neat as a pin, but his decor is a mixture of heavy metal graphics, tattoo art, neon lights, and electric guitars. Such a cool shop. He also uses non-toxic ink. My piece wasn't very big, and he breezed through it in no time. The set up took longer that the actual tattoo-ing. He also is very light-handed. Not to mention his work is so clean. It was such a positive experience. Thank you, Brayton! You are such an amazing artist.
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June 2022 by DJ
Brayton is an amazing local Santa Cruz artist...and a really nice guy who's dedicated to excelling at his craft, while following hygienic best practices.
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April 2022 by Lauren Guerrero
I highly recommend Brayton and his work. I’ve had two tattoos done by him so far and a third one scheduled! I was able to give him my vision for all three and he’s been able to take it and make it even better. He’s a true artist. My first tattoo by him was a realistic portrait of my kitty. I was nervous since it was so personal but it ended up looking EXACTLY like her. Amazing! He is usually booked out months in advance but it’s worth the wait. Trust Brayton with your next tattoo!Service: Tattoos
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April 2022 by Tram V.
I had an amazing experience with Brayton! Aside from being incredibly gentle and detailed, he is very fast! Nothing is compromised when it comes to their process and I felt very understood when explaining my tattoo concept. Would recommend 1000%!
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November 2021 by Kaeoni A.
He did such a great job, I have gotten two tattoos from him so far. He has such a light hand, is very polite and makes sure you're comfortable. He did amazing on my back piece that I just got and it looks great! I highly recommend coming to this place if you're looking for a nice piece that will last.
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August 2021 by Ruby Perry-Swick
Couldn't be happier! Brayton is super talented, super professional, and keeps a really clean, nice shop. His detail work is amazing, love love love my tattoo!!
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July 2021 by Kevin Holbrook
Brayton did my son Mason’s tattoo. Amazing work and I was proud of Masons research.
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July 2021 by Lara S.
Absolute impeccable quality. I have had my fair share of tattooers; Brayton is not only superbly talented at tattooing, but he is also an amazing listener, and communicator. Braytons expertise made the decisions of the size, shape, and location of my tattoo so easy. I trust him completely with all of my work. I wish I had found him sooner. Brayton honestly gave me the best tattoo I've ever received.
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June 2021 by Shawna McDonnell
Literally the best artist in the Santa Cruz mountains
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April 2021 by Turdminators Inc
I come from Monterey to see Brayton at Heavy Water. My tattoo is coming out awesome!
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April 2021 by Bulent Arseven
Got a detailed sacred geometry half sleeve. Stoked on it so far.
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March 2021 by Dare Elton
Have tried a few other tattoo artists but none as good as they are in there and then the prices are also perfectly fine.
