Our artists bring nearly 100 years of street shop tattooing to Chesapeake. Walk in our door and experience the style, feel and vibe of the old style tattoo shops.

We offer same day tattoos unlike most shops in the area and we do it without compromising on design quality.

Our Shop

ElectroMagnetic Tattoo - inside the traditional tattoo shop

Our shop is built on the traditions that came before us and run on integrity, honesty and fairness. 

ElectroMagnetic Tattoo - inside the traditional tattoo shop

Our artists specialize in every type of tattooing.

Annette LaRue tattoos

Owned and operated by Annette LaRue and Steve Tiberi. Annette is the former owner of Electric Ladyland in New Orleans which she sold in 2012 and came to Chesapeake in 2016.

Our Artists

Annette LaRue

Steve tiberi

chris williams

Martin Buechler

Charlie Ciggs

What our customers say

  • Myself, husband and daughter all got tattoo's to honor my son who recently passed away. Steve, his wife and Chris were so supportive taking care of us. The... read more

    Angela Bell Avatar Angela Bell

    Lester did my tattoo and I love it it was to honor my grandmother who passed away recently. He worked with me and what I wanted and negotiated the price... read more

    Loni Knockum Avatar Loni Knockum

    Went in on Friday the thirteenth to get a tattoo with a friend and create some memories. Lester killed my rib cage heart tattoo! Solid line work and awesome shading.... read more

    Monika Hartley Avatar Monika Hartley

    Copyed my son's name perfect she was amazing highly recommend family vibes among the artists didn't over charge me either

    sabrina wilson Avatar sabrina wilson
  • Wow Chris did a awesome job on my new tattoo I still have more tattoos to go and chris will be the one to do it. Ask for Chris he... read more

    morgan bayse Avatar morgan bayse

    Top notch tattooers, capable of executing any style of tattoo you could possibly want. Extremely friendly, and inviting environment. Lots of great stuff on the walls (you can NEVER go... read more

    chris mercer Avatar chris mercer

    Fun place to get some work done! Very Professional. Would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to get some new tattoos.

    jason hardee Avatar jason hardee

    Been tattooed by 3 of the guys here let me just say they are hands down the best in the area!!Professional, creative and knowledgeable. My go to spot for all... read more

    Peggy Castellanos Avatar Peggy Castellanos
  • Tattooed by Martin twice. Was recommended here by a friend and glad I was. High standards and awsome atmosphere. I will return.

    Wayne Vanderhoff Avatar Wayne Vanderhoff

    Amazing, if you are looking to get a tattoo, look no further! The quality and quantity of tattoo designs and works are displayed along each and every wall.... read more

    Tom Phillips Avatar Tom Phillips

    I went a week ago very nervous to get my very first tattoo and Steve was my artist. He was so patient, making sure I knew exactly what was going... read more

    Amber Outland Avatar Amber Outland

    Chris is a phenomenal artist and a true master of his craft. I couldn't be more pleased with his work and when the financial stars align I will return for... read more

    Nathanael Young Avatar Nathanael Young
  • Been tattooed by Martin and Charlie both, and have always had an awesome experience. Both artists are great at what they do and always go out of their way... read more

    James Bishop Avatar James Bishop

    Fantastic staff, great atmosphere. And willing to work with scheduling

    James Slaughenhoupt Avatar James Slaughenhoupt

    my favorite place 2 get tattooed! i only ever have a great time and the staff had always been friendly 2 me. the tattooers r soooo talented and i always... read more

    Mateo Jackson Avatar Mateo Jackson

    The team at Electro Magnetic are top notch! Steve took a complicated Celtic design from a low resolution image and turned it into an intricate and beautiful tattoo. 10/10 would... read more

    Bill R Avatar Bill R
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Open:
Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Contact Us
757 485 8700

1005 Canal Street,
Chesapeake VA 23323