{"id":19594,"date":"2021-08-16T12:00:37","date_gmt":"2021-08-16T11:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=19594"},"modified":"2021-08-16T12:00:37","modified_gmt":"2021-08-16T11:00:37","slug":"5-of-belfasts-best-tattoo-studios-in-the-cathedral-quarter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2021\/08\/5-of-belfasts-best-tattoo-studios-in-the-cathedral-quarter\/","title":{"rendered":"5 of Belfast\u2019s Best Tattoo Studios in the Cathedral Quarter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Thirsty-Goat-Beer-Garden-1.jpeg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Thirsty-Goat-Beer-Garden-1-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19597\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for new ink or just some inspiration for your next piece look no further than Belfast\u2019s Cathedral Quarter, with five premier tattoo studios all located within the heart of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want simple line work, geometry, realism or blackwork, there are many talented artists to suit all styles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here are 5 tattoo studios in Belfast\u2019s Cathedral Quarter:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Belfast City Skinworks&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based in Belfast for the last 30 years Belfast City Skinworks is one of Belfast\u2019s oldest and most established Tattoo and piercing specialists in the city.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the old building of St Malachy\u2019s Christian Brothers School, the tattoo studio has gone from strength to strength, even tattooing boxing legend Carl Frampton.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Providing a complimentary consultation service and a large portfolio of past work the company caters for first time tattooers or regulars who are ready to get a new piece.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To find out more go to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=7c6f9155b2&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">belfastcityskinworks.com<\/a>&nbsp;or follow them on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=0ff30ee6d7&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=4604d721f9&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. A Sailors Grave&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a huge studio space on Royal Avenue and 11 resident artists, A Sailors Grave is certainly a popular choice for tattoo lovers in Belfast.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The variety of artists available at the studio means you will be sure to find an artist that specialises in the style you like. Calia Dagger specialises in fine line and dot work whilst Sabra Carson specialises in neo-traditional.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To find out more go to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=b79ab42ed7&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">asailorsgrave.co.uk<\/a>&nbsp;or follow them on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=c71cfccc28&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=a48c40f5b6&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Meraki Tattoo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based in North Street Meraki Tattoo specialises in blackwork and geometry and cosmetic tattooing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an appointment only based studio you will have to contact one of their artists; Mark, Brandon, Nathan or Liam directly to book an appointment. You can see a selection of the different artists work on their social media to find which style would suit you best.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Follow them on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=ed993aab67&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=df052df070&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;for more information.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Penthouse Ink<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based in Royal Avenue Penthouse Ink pride themselves on catering to all styles and offering custom designs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clients of the studio have praised its friendly atmosphere and laidback staff. Resident artists Jan and Aaron both have their work displayed on social media for customers to check out their style.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Follow them on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=1a9260099d&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=b86ee5d4ec&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;for more information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Addinktion&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Established in 2010, Addinktion Tattoo is based on Donegall Street in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Offering custom tattoos by resident artists Dre and Adam, the company has a wide variety of styles and designs featured on their social media, including tarot based designs and portraits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Follow them on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=7f50d530a5&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=884fdd545d&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;for more information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>To find out more about what\u2019s happening in Belfast Cathedral Quarter check out the Destination CQ website at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/excaliburpress.us12.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b56cc151b899ee73528141b05&amp;id=eabe14178f&amp;e=b2b6f2186f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cathedralquarterbelfast.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking for new ink or just some inspiration for your next piece look no further than Belfast\u2019s Cathedral Quarter, with five premier tattoo studios all located within the heart of the city. Whether you want simple line work, geometry, realism or blackwork, there are many talented artists to suit all styles.&nbsp; Here are &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2021\/08\/5-of-belfasts-best-tattoo-studios-in-the-cathedral-quarter\/\">Continued<\/a><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on wp_trim_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on wp_trim_excerpt --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19594"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19594"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19594\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19598,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19594\/revisions\/19598"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19594"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19594"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19594"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}