About

“This is an area with deep-rooted tattooing history. We aim to honor those roots while modernizing and improving artistic and technical abilities.”

Steve and Annette moved here from Philly and New Orleans.

Annette worked for JD Crowe, and when he offered the pair a chance to take over the famous Ancient Art Tattoo Shop in Chesapeake, they made it happen. The business was handed over and after minor renovation was re-opened as Electric Magnetic Tattoo in October 2016.

Annette

Annette was born in Washington D.C. She grew up in SW Miami and learned to tattoo in Daytona Beach from Ms. Cindy Lael and started working with her in 1989. Annette had a traditional apprenticeship that lasted approximately 18 months.

She then was invited to work with the infamous Lou Scabaris in Miami at Tattoos by Lous. It was there that she met Troy Lane and Mikey Badda-Bing. She emulated the style they were doing in Miami at the time.

In 2000 Annette was offered the chance to buy a shop in the downtown area of New Orleans and jumped at the chance to get it. She changed the name to Electric Ladyland 2 and started kickin ass! The shop grew very fast and was Voted #1 12 years in a row, starting with the first year it was opened!

“We started putting out solid work with strong lines and bright colors. Being a street shop, with plenty of veterans, we made it easy to draw in folks who wanted that style of tattoo. Our attitude is ‘let’s do it now, and its not a problem’. We were ready for anything that was thrown at us.”

What our customers say

Stopped by for a lunchtime walk in for a quick touch up. Had some blue knuckle letters that were falling out a bit I had from another shop and Chris... read more

Michael Hodges

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

Wayne Vanderhoff

Love this shop and how clean it is. The vibe is always good! I have tattoos from Jake, Martin, and Charlie. They all do amazing work!

Amelia Dausch

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 definitely come back!!

Bill R
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

Electro Magnetic Tattoo Studio is first rate! There are so many talented artist that I have had the privilege of getting tattooed by. I also love the owners Annette LaRue... read more

allisongala3

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

James Slaughenhoupt

I got my first tattoo back in 2019 by Chris and he was super awesome. Very kind and made me feel super relaxed. I just recently got another one by... read more

Erin Wilson
Very friendly staff, I am happy with the work and will be going back.

David Moore

The staff was amazing. Super clean. Did more than I expected. I was a walk in and they took me right away. Made suggestions and... read more

Doreen Chapman

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

Me, hubby, and my sister came and had a great time! Staff was amazing, very friendly and comfortable to be around. Chris did a great job and I'm loving it!... read more Would definitely go back

Jenny Hyde
Found out about these guys through Martin, who had already done some work on me. So I went in to get the rest of my arm worked on and the... read more

Carlos Molina S

Tattooed by Martin twice. Was recommended here by a friend and glad I was. High standards and awsome atmosphere. I will return. *Update* I have been there 2 more times, and... read more my previous statement still stands.

Wayne Vanderhoff

Great shop. Very professional and a reasonable price for the work that they do. I went in with an Idea of getting a Browns tattoo and they went above and... read more

Carter Riggenbach

Best tattoo shop I've been to over 12 years. All of the artists are capable and fair. 11/10 will always recommend to friends here.

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