A trendy inner-city neighbourhood with boutique tattoo shops and a strong creative community.
REAP is showing 20 artists within 3 km of Surry Hills. Most of them work out of Joya Tattoo Collective, Spider & Fly, Markd and Thirteen Feet Tattoo. The styles that come up most are American Traditional, Realism (black & grey), Fineline and Illustrative. Between them there are 60 pieces on show, all posted by the artists themselves.
Browse artist portfolios on REAP to see their work and style. Check their availability, read about their experience, and contact them directly through their profile to discuss your tattoo ideas. Look for artists who specialize in the style you want.
Surry Hills has a diverse tattoo scene with artists specializing in Traditional, Japanese, Realism, Blackwork, Fine Line, Neo-Traditional, Illustrative, and many other styles. Use the style filters to find artists who match your preferred aesthetic.
Find an artist you like, view their profile, and use their preferred booking method. Many artists on REAP accept bookings directly through the platform, while others may direct you to their studio or social media. Some artists have waitlists, so book in advance for popular artists.
Studios cluster, so it pays to know the areas. Use the suburb links on this page to see who works where, and check an artist's profile for the studio they are based at. A lot of artists work out of one studio and guest at others, so the address on a studio's website is not always where your appointment will be. If you are travelling for a specific artist, confirm the location when you book rather than assuming.
Look at their portfolio to see if their style matches what you want. Check consistency in their work, read any reviews, and ensure they specialize in the style you're after. A good artist will be happy to discuss your ideas and provide their input.
