From the Studio
Notes, guides & thoughts from a Newcastle tattoo studio.
Honest writing on choosing a studio, planning a piece, what things cost, and the craft of tattooing , by John Quinn at Tattoo Zone Newcastle.
- Guide5 min
How Much Do Tattoos Cost in Newcastle? An Honest Breakdown
Tattoo pricing isn't a mystery. It's just rarely explained well. Here's how it actually works in Newcastle.
- Style6 min
Cover Up Tattoos in Newcastle: What is Possible, and What is Not
Cover ups are part design, part diagnosis. Here is how we approach cover up tattoos in Newcastle and what to expect from yours.
- Style6 min
Fine Line Tattoos in Newcastle: Style, Longevity and What to Expect
Fine line is the most quietly demanding style in tattooing. A look at fine line tattoos in Newcastle and how to plan one that lasts.
- Style7 min
Black and Grey Realism: A Newcastle Tattoo Artist's Guide
Realism is unforgiving. A look at what goes into a black and grey realism tattoo from a Newcastle artist with 25+ years behind the machine.
- Guide7 min
Getting Your First Tattoo in Newcastle: A Beginner's Guide
Your first tattoo should not be a guess. A complete beginner's guide to getting tattooed in Newcastle for the first time.
- Guide5 min
How to Prepare for Your Tattoo Session: A Newcastle Studio Checklist
Most tattoo problems start before you sit in the chair. The checklist we give clients before a session at our Newcastle studio.
- Guide5 min
Your Tattoo Consultation in Newcastle: What to Expect
The consultation is where a good tattoo is really made. Here is exactly what happens at a Newcastle tattoo consultation and how to prepare.
- Aftercare5 min
How Long Does a Tattoo Take to Heal? A Newcastle Studio Timeline
Tattoo healing takes longer than people think. Here is the honest timeline we share with every client at our Newcastle studio.
- Aftercare6 min
Tattoo Aftercare: The Newcastle Studio Guide
A clean, considered tattoo can still be ruined by bad aftercare. Here is the routine we recommend at Tattoo Zone Newcastle.
- Guide6 min
Choosing a Tattoo Studio in Newcastle: What to Look For
Newcastle has dozens of tattoo studios. Here's how to separate the considered, professional ones from the rest.