NUFC tattoos in Newcastle. For the Toon, by the Toon.
Newcastle United tattoos by John Quinn at Tattoo Zone in Byker. Magpies, crests, Tyne Bridge stars, Bobby Robson and Alan Shearer portraits, Newcastle Brown Ale labels and retro badges, all custom drawn for each client.
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NUFC tattoos at our Newcastle studio
We've tattooed every part of the Toon you can think of. The classic NUFC crest with seahorses and shield. The retro magpie-and-castle badge. Tyne Bridge skylines stitched into the Newcastle blue star. Bobby Robson on calves. Alan Shearer mid-celebration. Newcastle Brown Ale labels for the proper purists. Most NUFC pieces sit best on calves, thighs and outer forearms, where there is room to give the crest the detail it deserves. Smaller pieces (a single magpie, the NUFC monogram, a star) work well on hands, knees and inner forearms. Every piece is custom drawn from your reference, never a stencil. If you have a specific player, season, badge era or memorial in mind, send a photo on Facebook Messenger or give us a call and we will plan it around the body part and timeline. We do plenty of NUFC sleeves built up over multiple sessions.
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16 NUFC pieces from the studio
FAQ
Common questions about nufc in Newcastle
Can you tattoo the official NUFC crest?
Yes. We tattoo every era of the Newcastle United crest, from the modern seahorse-and-shield design back to the retro magpie-and-castle badge. Each is custom drawn at the size and placement that suits your body, not stencilled.
Do you tattoo player portraits like Alan Shearer or Bobby Robson?
Often. Both are some of our most-requested NUFC pieces. Player portraits are realism work, so they are priced and timed like any custom realism piece. Bring high-resolution reference photos to your consultation.
Where do NUFC tattoos look best?
The full crest needs room, so calves, thighs, outer forearms and shoulders work best. Smaller NUFC tattoos (a single magpie, the NUFC monogram, the Tyne Bridge silhouette) sit well on hands, knees and inner forearms.
Can I combine the NUFC crest with the Tyne Bridge or Angel of the North?
Yes, and we do this a lot. Some of our favourite NUFC pieces are composites: a magpie carrying a Tyne Bridge skyline in a Newcastle blue star, or the Angel of the North with the club crest. Composite designs need a bit more planning at consultation.
How much do NUFC tattoos cost?
Smaller NUFC pieces (single crest, magpie, monogram) typically start in the low hundreds. Larger custom NUFC sleeves and full-calf composites are quoted by session. We give an honest written quote at consultation.
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