Booking Your Next Tattoo? Meet 5 Talented Irish Female Tattoo Artists

 

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Getting tatted requires some thought, and there’s so much variety in styles and talents across the country that it can be hard to know who to trust with adding permanent art to your bod.

We’ve compiled a couple of seriously skilled ladies who are making waves in the Irish tattoo world, so whether it’s your first tiny tattoo hidden somewhere discreet or you’re adding to an already jam-packed canvas, we’re sure you’ll find someone in this list who can do the job.

Happy tattooing!

Girls Don’t Cry

Girls Don’t Cry is as badass as it sounds – a tattoo shop set up by four women with distinct styles and skills. Take a look through their Instagram to see Maja’s perfect blend of neo-traditional and feminine, Lucy’s dramatic collection of mystical and gothic pieces, Niamh’s bright, punchy and bold work, and Agne’s enchanting tattoos that are both dynamic and surreal.

Also working out of the shop is tattoo artist Gary, who does unique and striking hand-poked pieces. Check out their fab studio at 18 Eustace Street, Temple Bar in Dublin.

 

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JLK Tattoos

Joanna at JLK tattoos will take your breath away with soft watercolours, flowers that look so real you could smell them, and a gallery full of fun and creative pieces – including adorable cartoon characters and realistic puppy portraits.

Head over to Joanna’s Facebook to make a booking in her studio at Ballybane Beag House, Galway.

 

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Victoria Enright

Victoria works out of Soul Addiction, Limerick – and just looking at her Instagram will have the inspiration flowing for your next tattoo! A talented embroiderer as well as an artist, Victoria is a master of intricacy and depth, and her portfolio is bursting with everything from dark and Celtic portraits to colourful and contemporary designs that you’ll be amazed by. Email souladdictionlk@gmail.com to book.

 

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Funk Ella Tattooz

Specialising in small tattoos in mostly black ink, Ellie’s delicate line work and unique pieces look as though they just naturally bloomed from your skin! With a talent for dreamy, imaginative designs, you’ll be dying for one of her botanical beauties or recreation from your favourite painting. Email electricsoulcork@gmail.com to book in with Ellie!

 

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The Ink Collective

Another female-run tattoo studio, The Ink Collective is a dream come true for gals who want their nails, lashes and tattoos all in one spot, as it doubles up as a beauty studio. How amazing is that?

Dedicated to being an inclusive space that welcomes everyone, the gorgeous girls here will put you right at ease. Between tattoo artists Sophie and Ceili you’ll find a wonderland of imaginative and powerful pieces, from little to large. Book here!

 

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Words by Aoife CodyKane