a collection of resources for getting tattooed

  • aftercare

    How you take care of your tattoo in the weeks after getting it determines how your tattoo will look once healed, so it’s important to do your best to take care of it. You can find aftercare instructions here!

  • how to take care of your skin before your tattoo

    Your skin plays a massive part in the tattoo process: how well ink goes in. how long it takes, and how well it heals. There’s a few things you can do to make sure your skin is as health as can be before you get tattooed!

  • your rights as a client

    As a client you should feel that you are holding the power when getting tattooed - and knowing your rights is a big part of that!

  • what to expect when getting tattooed

    A step-by-step breakdown of what happens at your tattoo appointment!

  • meanjin doctors

    a list of doctors in Brisbane who clients have recommended as being affirming, validating and considerate.

  • numbing cream and tattooing

    this page details some information about how numbing cream can be used in the tattoo process, and some insight into industry opinions on the use of it.

  • what to wear

    working out what to wear everyday is hard-enough.. but what to wear to your tattoo booking?! here are some suggestions for clothing that will make it easier for your tattooist to reach the area you’ll be getting tattooed!

  • what is tattoo “flash”?

    artists seem to talk about their “flash” designs a lot… but what is it? here’s a brief explanation.