Below is a list of the top and leading Tattoo Artists in Christchurch. To help you find the best Tattoo Artists located near you in Christchurch we put together our own list based on this rating points list.
Christchurch’s Best Tattoo Artists:
The top rated Tattoo Artists in Christchurch are:
- Lara Higgs – Left Hand Path Tattoos
- Zane Swanston – Zealand Tattoo
- Matt Parkin – Soular Tattoo
- Piri Hoani – Laneways Tattoo Studio
- Victor Prattley – Laneways Tattoo Studio
Lara Higgs – Left Hand Path Tattoos
Lara Higgs has over 10 years of tattooing experience obtained from her travels to various parts of the world. She loves to inject colour into the world and is fond of cartoon characters, comic books, and all brightly-hued artworks. The expert tattooist is currently working for Left Hand Path Tattoos in Christchurch, New Zealand. She continues to widen her knowledge and expertise by attending tattoo conventions. Moreover, she is taking up continuing learning programmes under the mentorship of Disney and Marvel animator Tom Bancroft and New School tattooist Jesse Smith.
Products/Services:
Pop Culture, Animation, New School, Mandala, Geometric Tattoos
LOCATION:
Phone: (433) 816-660
Website: www.lefthandpath.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“Getting my first tattoo literally changed my life forever. I had been toying with the idea of getting a tattoo for a while, but could not make up my mind what to get. I was also a little scared of walking into a typical tattoo shop. I finally decided on a design I liked but was still really nervous that it would hurt. I chose to get it with Lara and I was amazed that it really did not hurt half as much as I expected. It was fairly small, so over and done with very quickly. I felt so comfortable in the shop, I did not want to leave… The artist was so gentle, and as I watched her work on me, with such care and attention to detail… I’m now thinking of my next tattoo.” –Thalima Leon Reynoso
Zane Swanston – Zealand Tattoo
Zane Swanston is a well-known tattoo artist in the Canterbury region of New Zealand. The tattooist owns Zealand Tattoo and has over 30 years of extensive tattooing experience. He has previously worked for 4 tattoo studios, took home many design awards, and made it to numerous art-related publications before finally setting up his tattoo studio. The Christchurch-based artist has opened an apprenticeship program where he helped train future members of the Zealand Tattoo team. He can do oriental, Samoan, Maori, Tongan, and custom tattoos.
Products/Services:
Maori Tattoo, Samoan Tattoo, Custom Oriental Tattoo, Tongan Tattoo, Ornamental Tattoos
LOCATION:
Address: 417 Colombo Street, Sydenham, Christchurch 8023
Phone: (439) 626-565
Website: www.zealandtattoo.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“Absolutely stoked and amazed with the quality of the artwork. Zane was amazing, the music was good, the staff was friendly and the shop was clean and fresh. Highly recommend if you are looking for uniqueness & quality.” –Ian Greig
Matt Parkin – Soular Tattoo
Matt Parkin is the founder and owner of Soular Tattoo, a popular body modifications facility in the Christchurch community of New Zealand. He has been tattooing for more than 15 years now and continues to improve his skills through continuous learning. His specializations include portraits, black and grey tattoos, and bio and skulls which recently caught his interest. He briefly worked in Australia and England before returning to set up his private studio stationed at the city centre of Christchurch. Matt can help turn creative visions into reality whatever tattoo style it may be.
Products/Services:
Black and Grey, Portrait Tattoos
LOCATION:
Address: 299A Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042
Phone: (433) 411-211
Website: www.christchurchtattoos.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“Absolutely amazing. Good vibes. Matt’s work always blows me away. So happy with my sleeve so far and will definitely be going back for more. 🙂 Talented bunch.” –Chloe Baxter
Piri Hoani – Laneways Tattoo Studio
Piri Hoani is a tattoo artist born and bred in Christchurch, New Zealand. He discovered his passion for art during high school while he was attending his art and graphic design studies. The local tattooist explored Maori wood carving and enrolled at the Te Wananga O Aotearoa in Rotorua. While learning Maori carving, he noticed and eventually developed an interest in Ta Moko or Maori Tattoo. He pursued a tattooing career starting with an apprenticeship program and was later on followed by a 2-year professional work experience at Zealand Tattoo. At present, he works for Laneways Tattoo Studio.
Products/Services:
Lettering, Mandala, Pointillism, Tā Moko Tattoos
LOCATION:
Address: 147 High Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011
Website: www.lanewaystattoo.com
REVIEWS:
“Came and saw Piri Hoani while in Christchurch on holidays, and he was fantastic helping improve the design idea, and so quick with the ink work. Was in and out quicker than I thought it would be. Really happy with the results – highly recommended!” –Matthew White
Victor Prattley – Laneways Tattoo Studio
Victor Prattley is one of the resident tattoo experts at Laneways Tattoo Studio in Christchurch. The New Zealand-based artist has always been in love with art even at a young age. His tattooing style was heavily influenced by comic characters and colourful art publications. He loves to create custom tattoos for clients transforming their dreams into lovely ink works. Victor specializes in Art Nouveau, Pin-Ups, and New Traditional tattoos and blends in his love for comics and colours in every tattoo project he works on.
Products/Services:
Art Nouveau, Neo-Traditional, Comics, Pin-Up Tattoos
LOCATION:
Address: 147 High Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011
Website: www.lanewaystattoo.com
REVIEWS:
“Great experience for my first tattoo. Lovely clean and open studio which was very welcoming, professional but relaxed. The tattoo itself was freehanded and done with extreme skill-based off on photos I had as a reference. It’s completely unique and yet exactly what I wanted. Highly recommend. P.S. thank you heaps Victor (and Elise🐶).” –Hannah Fergusson