The Crucible Art Collective

One of the best tattoo shops in Buffalo! I love getting work done by Madeline (shiver_beams). Her style is so unique and she’s so professional, funny, fun, and great to get pieces from. She knows so much about tattoo history and culture and is a really skilled artist. I used to live in Buffalo and live out of state now and I literally make a point to see her whenever I come back to visit. Highly recommend the shop and Madeline!

When I moved to Buffalo I was looking for a tattoo artist that could create exactly the aesthetic of the art I wanted on my body and she just happens to work here!! I’ve been getting tatted by Madeline Brown @shiver_beams for a few years and she makes incredible custom pieces. She really takes the time to understand the design you are looking for and puts in the time and effort to give you an amazing piece. I really can’t say enough kind things about her! All the staff at the Crucible are very kind and helpful as well! I’m always greeted when I walk in and never feel uncomfortable or unwelcome. You can tell everyone there cares about the work they are doing and it shows!!

Got a tattoo from Kenna and could not be happier!!! Amazing studio and all the artists are incredible people

I got this half sleeve and coverup on my hand done by Madeline Brown. This was one of the best tattoo experiences I’ve ever had. I gave her full creative freedom and couldn’t be happier with the way it turned out. Madeline is a true artist and also just an incredible human. It’s clear that she prioritizes her clients comfort and safety, she’s super easy to talk to, and based on her other pieces (her ig is shiver_beams) the quality of her work is consistent and her style is very much her own. I’ll definitely be returning.

I got a video-game-inspired tattoo done by Madeline Brown and she did an amazing job. Her style looks so good and I am blown away by how it turned out! She was very fun to talk with and I would definitely get tattooed by her again. The space is pretty cool and has a chill atmosphere, too. The other artists seem very nice!

Madeline is absolutely INCREDIBLE! Her work is clean and consistent, and the shop vibes were clean and welcoming. I’ve been tattooed by her for a few years now, and she delivers 110% every time! I highly recommend her and all artists at this studio!

I have gotten every single one of my tattoos done by Madeline Brown (instagram: @shiver_beams). She’s a brilliant artist and can easily bring any vision you have to life! I live 4hrs away and make the trip time and time again to work with her! She has a distinct style that stands out. I get countless compliments on my tattoos all thanks to her! Every session I’ve had with her has been a delight. The latest project I’ve done with Madeline was my insane transcendent back piece. Despite it being a lengthy and an obviously painful process-Madeline ensured my comfort and was incredibly gentle-offering plenty of snack/water breaks and check ins. Madeline is easy to work with and a blast to talk to! Anyone who books with her is in good hands! The Crucible itself has a wonderful and cleanly atmosphere. Not to mention the wonderful art galleries that are curated there (which is always a treat to see)!

Madeline is awesome! She was great at bringing my idea to life and super nice.

I have two pieces done by Madeline Brown (instagram: shiver_beams) and they are absolute works of art!! Madeleine is so incredibly talented and the beauty of her signature art style shines in each tattoo she creates. I gave her complete trust and artistic license in my two pieces and she definitely nailed it! I receive compliments of her work daily and I will be coming back to the Crucible, and to Madeline specifically in more body art going forward!!

Visited the shop for their walk in Saturday, which happens on the second Saturday of the month. It’s a great opportunity to get with an artist for a small piece who might be booked out for a while. Extremely professional and clean shop what stood out the most was how welcoming the shop was. All of the artists were very kind and easy to work with. Taylor, the owner of the shop, did mine and my friend’s matching tattoos. He was absolutely fabulous. This shop has risen the bar for my expectations out of a tattoo shop. I will forever recommend the shop as well as any of the artists who work there. A phenomenal experience!