From delicate fine line tattoos to bold custom pieces, our artists bring your vision to life with precision and care. We’re home to some of the best tattoo artists in Melbourne, including specialists in fine line tattoo styles that are clean, minimal, and timeless. Whether it’s a floral design, a small symbol, or a full sleeve, we believe every tattoo should be done with intention.
Want something subtle and detailed? Our fine line tattoo artists in Melbourne are known for their gentle hand, sharp eye, and commitment to detail. The lines stay crisp. The design stays true.
At Designer Ink, we’re proud to work with a diverse crew of passionate, experienced, and down-to-earth artists. Each of them brings their own style and strengths — from realism and illustrative tattoos to dot work, script, and geometric art. We also have female tattoo artists in Melbourne who are highly sought after for their fine line, feminine, and custom work
Designer Ink Tattoos is a tattoo studio in South-East Melbourne, offering custom tattoo design, fine line tattoos, realism, traditional & neo-traditional styles, cover-ups, reworks, and a range of tattoo styles to suit your preference.
Our artists will listen to your ideas or vision, ask for references (if you have them), then sketch a unique tattoo tailored to your style, body placement, and personal story.
You can book by calling the studio, using the contact page on our website, or sending an email. For smaller or simpler tattoos, we accept walk-ins; for detailed custom work or longer sessions, booking ahead is recommended.
Yes. For custom design work, a small deposit (often between AUD 50–100) is typically required when booking. This deposit is credited against the final tattoo price.
You must be at least 18 years old. The studio will not tattoo anyone under 18, even with parental permission.
EXCELLENT Based on 199 reviews Posted on Kat AppleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Laura is absolutely amazing, she is so gentle, it honestly didn't hurt. Her talent is out of this world, I wouldn't go anywhere else and wouldn't trust anyone else. Can't wait till its all heeled. Thank you Laura 🙌 😊Posted on Percy De VriesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Got my very first tattoo done today by Laura and it was a really really good experience! I felt super comfortable and welcomed, and everybody in there was incredibly lovely and kind. The tattoo itself turned out so amazing and I couldn't be happier with it, thank-you for such a positive experience!Posted on Shenae WhiteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience, very accommodating, Ragu was a very gentle, caring man who does brilliant, articulate work! Designed some new tattoos and reworked some old, Soo happy! Highly highly recommend!!Posted on Heather GieblerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Elijah is an excellent piercer who is very professional, gentle and helpful. My septum piercing fell out and he kindly put a new one in for me at a very affordable price. Can highly recommend. 😊Posted on Selene SpareyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently visited Designer and got Angel fangs (upper lip piercings) from Elijah and I cannot recommend any more that you get your work done by them Elijah was super attentive and careful and explained the process in great detail and was as honest as they could be about the process and pain and the likes and spent more time actually checking my lips and double checking how the piercings would sit and match with anatomy and made sure not to hit blue veins and was all up very careful and made me feel much more at ease about the whole process and not to mention the dedication to care that he has post piercing not just pre piercing he walked me through the process step by step and sent me a list of care steps and how to's so i could take care of it properly and was very quick to respond to any of my issues and concerns post piercing days later if youre going to get piercings done i cannot recommend this store and Elijah any more thank you for giving me such an amazing piercing experiencePosted on rowan kolodziejTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Got my first professional tattoo done with Elijah, brilliant service, brilliant art, amazing environment. He's been doing my piercings for 3 years now, always treats me well and takes care of me, will always come back here for that good man. 10/10 He even honoured the flash sale price for this tattoo despite flash sale day being over, he just wanted to do the design! And boy i'm glad, because i love it!Posted on Kai WalshTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Got my eyebrows, vertical labret and nose bridge as well as a forearm tattoo done by Elijah here. Super friendly staff and awesome results every time.Posted on Lucy TaylorTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Laura, the tattoo artist, is a true gem in the world of body art. Her work is nothing short of exceptional, reflecting a unique style that feels like adorned stickers on skin. I have many tattoos but none that have been more adored by friends and strangers who have stopped me in the street in admiration. If you’re seeking a tattoo that stands out for its beauty and finesse, Laura is the artist to visit! She’s a tattoo unicorn! 🦄Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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