your tattoo journey
Learn what to expect from the moment you get in touch, through consultations, deposits, design preparation and your tattoo appointment, so you know exactly how the process works.
before your tattoo appointment
Learn how to prepare for your tattoo appointment, what to bring, what to avoid beforehand and how to make your session as comfortable as possible.
TATTOO SLANG 101: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO TATTOO TERMS AND MEANINGS
TATTOO SLANG 101: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO TATTOO TERMS AND MEANINGS 23rd September 2025 – Tattoos Every industry has its own insider language, and tattooing is no different. One glance at artists’ Instagram pages, or step into any tattoo studio and you’ll hear artists and clients using phrases that might sound unfamiliar, or even confusing […]
THE PROMISE & PITFALLS OF AI GENERATED TATTOO ART
THE PROMISE & PITFALLS OF AI GENERATED TATTOO ART 15th August 2025 – Tattoos In a world where technology evolves daily, it’s no surprise that AI-generated images have made their way into the tattoo world. Platforms like DALL·E, Midjourney, and others can now create incredibly detailed, artistic concepts based on a few simple prompts. It’s […]
THE TRUTH ABOUT PIERCING GUNS: WHY YOU SHOULD AVOID THEM
THE TRUTH ABOUT PIERCING GUNS: WHY YOU SHOULD AVOID THEM 12th August 2025 – Piercings This year alone, i have had to cut butterfly backs out of the ears of 5 little girls, with two this week alone. Seeing as it’s only mid February, i know i’m in for another long year of removing these […]
PIERCINGS CAN BE GENDER AFFIRMING CARE
PIERCINGS CAN BE GENDER AFFIRMING CARE 13th June 2025 – Piercings Piercing can be a powerful form of gender affirming care. It allows individuals to express and embody their gender identity in ways that feel authentic and personal. For many trans and nonbinary people, body modifications like piercings can serve as an almost ritualistic reclamation of […]
WHY YOUR PIERCING STARTS WITH A LONGER BAR
WHY YOUR PIERCING STARTS WITH A LONGER BAR 6th June 2025 – Piercings One of the most common questions I get as a piercer is: “Why is the bar so long?” The answer is simple — your body needs room to heal! I use longer bars in fresh piercings to allow space for natural swelling and movement. […]
THE TRUTH ABOUT NUMBING CREAM – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
THE TRUTH ABOUT NUMBING CREAM – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW 31st May 2025 – Tattoos In recent years, numbing creams have surged in popularity among tattoo clients, especially as social media has normalised longer sessions and large-scale pieces. But what even is it, and is it worth using? For many, the idea of sitting […]
SMALL TATTOOS
SMALL TATTOOS 5th May 2025 – Tattoos Currently, small and minimalistic tattoos are extremely popular. We frequently work with clients who request the smallest possible design or ask if a tattoo can be made even smaller. While we always strive to accommodate your vision, it’s essential to ensure that your tattoo has enough space to […]