This is why I do what I do.
“I got my tattoo done Sophie. I was very content with their attention to detail and making the atmosphere incredibly comfortable! Their placement, colors, and design was absolutely perfect. Giving Sophie their flowers for making the session such a fun time with laughter and awesome conversations. I can't wait to go back for more pieces!”
— Brianna M.
“I got my first tattoo a few months back, done by Sophie. They did a fantastic job, I felt so welcome and comfortable. I was really nervous coming into it as my first tattoo so I am really grateful to this parlor, and Sophie for making the whole process comfortable. I’ll definitely be back for my second!”
— Juliana S.
“Sophie was amazing! I felt comfortable and taken care of every step of the way, and the tattoo was incredible. I will definitely see this artist again!”
— Laura P.
“My best friend has been coming to Sophie since they started their apprenticeship and has done amazing work. I was so excited to get tattooed myself. Sophie created a vintage stuffed animal flash sheet which had a tattoo of a lamb that I fell in love with. I was able to connect with their art on a personal level and Sophie made me feel comfortable all throughout. We had great conversations. I was sad moving back home to NM but thanks to Sophie, I will always remember my first tattoo experience in Tucson. I will be coming back for more tattoos soon!”
— Meranda M.
“I got a tattoo from Sophie in July, and it was one of the best tattoo experiences I’ve ever had ! It was such a nice and welcoming environment, it was a 1000% comfortable experience. I 100% recommend sublime and 100% recommend Sophie !”
— Lee D.
“Very welcoming place and excellent artists. Thank you Sophie McTear for making my first tattoo experience amazing!
Requested style: Custom memorial tattoo for my mother.
Cleanliness: Highly focused on cleanliness.
Stylist: Sophie McTear - really helped me feel comfortable and was open about the process.”
— Fred M.
“I’ve been to Sublime for three tattoos with Sophie McTear — two were their unique, beautiful flash and one was a custom piece heavily infused with their delightful artistic style. Sophie is so talented as a designer and their tattooing skills are also top notch. Sophie always makes me feel so welcome and prioritizes my comfort, making sure I’m happy with placement, etc. before a drop of ink touches my skin. Owner Manda treats everyone like her new best friend, too — always a joy to see her. The energy in the shop is chill, friendly, and fun — one of the best spots in Tucson for ink!”
— Jeanne S.
“Got an enormous tattoo on my thigh from Sophie and it came out incredible! I loved their fine line work and they worked wonders on the shading. Great artist and great experience! I’ve already been back for another.”
— Jeremy H.
“I got tattooed by Sophie today. The shop feels safe and comfortable, everyone is so nice, and Sophie is an amazing artist! Highly recommended!”
— Melissa R.
“Sophie is an incredibly talented artist! I commissioned a personal portrait of my family and our cats which turned out better than I could've imagined! Seeing our furry friends that have passed brought to life made me so emotional. She captured every aspect of their expressions and was clear, communicative and thoughtful. Sophie's the best!”
— Sydney M.
“Working with Sophie was GREAT. Sophie set a timeline that worked for both of us and was great when interpreting my mild edits, (because ultimately their creation was AMAZING), given that I have zero idea how to communicate when it comes to visual art. Their overall demeanor put me at ease. I'm really grateful I got to work with them. I hope to do it again!”
— David B.
“Sophie is an incredibly talented, kind, and thoughtful designer. I've been a fan of their personal work for a long time, and seeing their creativity and style grow has been a joy to watch. Their use of color is bold and intentional, and the playfulness of their drawing style really resonates with me as a fellow artist. Their professional portfolio is impressive as it is diverse, and the projects they design are a reflection of their values: the queer community, those living with disability, and anyone who needs a little love. I highly recommend Sophie for a personal or professional design project, you won't regret it!”
— Emily L.
“I've had the opportunity to work with Sophie on a few different projects and they've done wonderful work each time. Sophie is always courteous, thoughtful and on-time! Highly recommend.”
— Kinsey M.
“I've been tattooed at Sublime by Sophie twice now, and both times were so lovely. Sophie is extremely thorough, attentive, and friendly. I felt very comfortable for the entire duration of my tattoo. I love Sophie's bold work and the welcoming atmosphere this staff creates, can't wait to come back!”
— Rubi R.
“Sophie was kind and comforting. They took their time making sure I got the tattoo I wanted, and I am so happy they were my artist.”
— Jordie G.
“The atmosphere is welcoming and cozy. It’s really the perfect spot to get a tattoo! Sophie McTear did my tattoo and they were super attentive and open to my ideas. They want you to be as comfortable as possible. Sophie offered squishy toys and even said I could put in my headphones if I preferred. 10/10 recommend!”
— Noor H.
“Sophie is a dream to work with! My spouse originally reached out to Sophie looking for a talented artist in a queer-friendly space, and Sublime Tattoo and Sophie delivered. We’ve since seen Sophie several times for more custom work, and they’re working on another custom piece for me right now. They’re so incredibly kind, friendly, talented, and professional. Booking with them is easy, and always straight forward. Very clear communication on what to expect from each appointment, and they go above and beyond to make sure everything is comfortable. I look forward to getting many more tattoos from Sophie :)”
— Denise H.
“I love supporting an all femme owned shop, and everyone here is always so welcoming and helpful! I’ve been coming to Sophie since the start of their apprenticeship! Their artistry and passion is amazing to see put on skin, and they have a beautiful personality that makes the process stress free and easy. I’ve had 3 tattoos done by them so far and every time they post new flash sheets I’m tempted to cave in and get another! They also pay amazing attention to details and are great with color. All of my tattoos have healed beautifully and I’m excited for the many more experiences I will have with Sophie! I always recommend them to anyone and everyone”
— Eli P.
“Sophie was fantastic! They were able to bring a tattoo I've wanted for year to life in absolute perfection while making the whole experience comfortable and transparent. They even put up with my friend making ridiculous comments the whole time and it was easy to understand and follow of all of the after care. I couldn't have asked for anyone better to give a more comfortable and empowering tattoo experience. You definitely need to check them out!”
— Sophie R.
“Here to give Sophie McTear their flowers. I've wanted this tattoo piece for quite some time but was unable to find an artist whose work and purpose behind their work felt in alignment with my values, what I care deeply about (sociopolitically), and overall, whose work spoke to me. After months of research, Sophie was that person and I couldn't be happier. *side note: some friends of mine have also been tattooed by them* The entire process--from scheduling a consultation, having a consultation, setting up an appointment date, and coming in to get the piece done--was a breeze! They're a great communicator, answered all the questions I had, and created an affirming and validating space. I'm so pleased with my tattoo and can't wait to come back for another (soon hopefully!). Thank you for blessing me with your art, Sophie! What a fun and memorable experience :)”
— Clar G.
“I came to Sophie for my first ever tattoo. They were so enthusiastic about my idea and patient with me in iterating on the design. Will definitely be back for more!”
— Thomas H.
“I recently was tattooed by Sophie and had the best experience! The shop is extremely clean and sanitary, everyone is friendly, and tattoo work is impeccable. I would highly recommend this shop and will definitely be getting tattooed here again!”
— Sierra R.
“I have purchased prints and a custom piece from this fabulous artist and human. They have been kind, supportive and absolutely awesome to do business with. I highly recommend them.”
— Katee J.
“Sophie is an amazing artist and person. I first met them at a market in Tucson where I was drawn to their colorful, unique, and bold booth. Since then I have worked with Sophie on multiple projects including two custom portraits, tattoo art, and hopefully more in the future. They are incredibly open to people's ideas as well as incorporating their artistic touch into everything they do. I always have felt completely supported in custom design work with Sophie's attentive communication and any changes I have requested. I can't express enough how happy I was to meet them and I look forward to the things they accomplish in the future! :)”
— Erin T.
“Sophie is an outstanding artist! I've commissioned a number of pieces of art and am always impressed by how Sophie intuitively perceives the essence of what I'm imagining and creates images that immediately resonate with me. I am beyond happy with Sophie's process and product!”
— Dawn H.
“Sophie is an amazing artist and you will not be disappointed! They created a custom portrait for myself along with a custom pet portrait that I gave as a gift. Sophie is professional, extremely responsive, as well as a pleasure to work with! I will definitely be purchasing more of their artwork in the future.”
— Allegra K.
“Sophie gave me one of the best tattoo experiences I've ever had! They spent the first couple hours of the session making sure the design was something I loved and that is was placed well . They really listened and tried to put to paper what I was imagining. 10 outta 10 would recommend!”
— Moriah G.
“Sophie was AMAZING!! Very inviting space and my sister and I both felt very comfortable throughout the whole process! I’m so excited to come back for more!!”
— Samantha P.
“Sophie is great! I had a little idea and a sample pic and they drew it up in their own style, which I looove more than the original picture. They were open to my suggestions when I wanted a change (Personally, it is veerrrry hard for me to ask tattoo artists to change their work.) They added in "magic" to fill in the space with similar style of another of my tattoos, to really pull the pieces together on my body. They have a great touch and I felt comfortable and safe the whole time. Their space was immaculate. The atmosphere was relaxing, but also fun. I had a great experience and recommend them to anyone who asks.”
— Lisa S.
“I've been meaning to write this review for a long time! Sophie McTear is the best tattoo artist around. They designed and tattooed a tarot card that I got on my arm (the Star card) and the entire experience was wonderful. I went in for a consultation first and we were on the same page right away because Sophie showed me some images, and visuals always help convey things that words sometimes can't. The shop is very welcoming, and each artist's personality is on display at their stations. A lot of the shops I've been to before have been very male dominated and it was refreshing to be in a different atmosphere like the one at Sublime. When I got tattooed, Sophie put a ton of care into the placement of the stencil on my arm, going so far as to take it off, clean my skin, and reapply it. Not every artist goes that extra mile. My tattoo healed nicely and I get compliments on it all the time. I look down at it frequently to remind me of everything the card symbolizes to me. I love all of Sophie's work so much and am looking forward to having them tattoo me at Sublime again sometime soon.”
— Jamie C.
“I got my Medusa tattoo from Sophie. They were amazing and did such an amazing job! I love it so much and I’ll definitely be coming back for more tattoos from them :)
Requested style: I wanted black and white line work and the bust style. They also added a few touch ups to make it more realistic
Stylist: Sophie was great about making my design. I sent them a example picture and it turned out so awesome!”
— Nate W.
“Had my first tattoo done today by Sophie McTear. I have chronic health concerns and Sophie took so much time talking to me in consult as well prior to the appointment. I felt very comfortable and safe and the tattoo is adorable. Would highly recommend Sophie!”
— Carol A.
“Today I had Sophie McTear tattoo me with something very personal surrounding grief and honoring my Nonnie. Not only did Sophie collaborate with me and draw a tattoo that met my exact description she exceeded my expectations. She was immediately warm and welcoming. The owner Manda was there and started things off with excitement to have me there. I felt so welcomed and validated. Sophie was gentle, mindful, compassionate, and created a space where all of me was welcomed. We shared stories of our queerness and neurodivergence and connected deeply which made getting the tattoo extremely meaningful. Her art speaks for itself too. She nailed the image of Betty Boop and it's such clean line work and thoughtful placement of shading. I couldn't say enough in fact I'm already trying to get my sister to come here and meet Sophie so she can get a tattoo as well. Thank you for creating such a meaningful atmosphere. I am so grateful I found you Sophie you were amazing and I will be back!”
— Garrett E.
“Sophie's attentiveness, respect, admiration, and skill are a few of the many traits that makes them a phenomenal tattoo artist and human. I didn't have any tattoos prior to my initial consultation with them, and I am beyond lucky and happy for that. I have a high pain tolerance but even so, they have a gentle hand and are so good with checking in with you. I even received my second tattoo from Sophie just 6 months after! 10/10 would receive ink again! Thank you, Sophie!”
— Natalie S.
“Sophie worked with me to create the most beautiful tattoo. The shop was clean and comfortable. Sophie is very professional, but so much fun to hang out with for the afternoon. I love my tattoo!”
— Amy C.
“We contacted Sophie to create an illustration of our two founders for our company's sixth anniversary. It was a great experience from beginning to end. Sophie was a great communicator and the image they created for us was perfect. We had originally planned to just use the image for tee shirts, but we loved it so much we ended up using it for stickers and the cover of our company coloring book too. We would definitely choose to work with them again!”
— Jae S.
“Sophie is an amazing designer, illustrator, and creative collaborator. Sophie McTear Design has assisted in creatively finding solutions to multiple design related issues and I highly recommend utilizing their expertise. 10/10”
— Korey S.
“Aside from having picked up some of Sophie’s work at local art pop-ups, I also commissioned them to complete a portrait of me (the image for my icon, as of this writing) that I could use professionally and across social platforms. I’ve thoroughly loved their style and artwork and it’s been incredible to own some of their prints, pins, stickers, and of course, my fantastic portrait! I highly recommend checking out Sophie’s work, whether your needs are professional, or more personal, they’ll be there to assist along the way and create something great for you.”
— Stephen L.
“Sophie was one of the best artists we’ve ever worked with and is so professional, creative, and kind! We’d definitely work with them again, and appreciate all they’ve done for us. Couldn’t recommend working with Sophie more!”