Darkhorse Initiative

Darkhorse Initiative Exceptional service with amazing artists… and Walk-ins Welcome bar right next door!

The Darkhorse Initiative is a tattoo studio and art gallery dedicated to offering exceptional quality tattoos and art.

Super rad black and grey trad dragon by Matt! Book in with him for July!
23/06/2026

Super rad black and grey trad dragon by Matt! Book in with him for July!

Thinking about your next tattoo? Book with us! Tattoo by TATTOO ARTIST GOLD COAST
17/06/2026

Thinking about your next tattoo? Book with us!
Tattoo by TATTOO ARTIST GOLD COAST

16/06/2026

We’re looking for experienced tattoo artists to join the team at Darkhorse Initiative.

We’ve built a studio culture centred around quality, creativity and mutual respect. We work hard, support each other, have a laugh, and take pride in the environment we’ve created.

Based in Chirn Park on the Gold Coast, we’re also home to Walk-ins Welcome Bar, creating a unique space where art, tattoos and community come together.

Whether you’re looking for a permanent home or you’re an interstate or international artist wanting to guest, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants must have a minimum of 4 years’ studio experience. This is not an apprentice position.

To apply, send your portfolio to:
[email protected]

Think you’d be a good fit? We’d love to hear from you.

Know an artist who would? Share this post with them.

Snakes and florals forever! Gorgeous large-scale fineline tattoo by Nina~ If you’re looking for a beautiful custom piece...
12/06/2026

Snakes and florals forever! Gorgeous large-scale fineline tattoo by Nina~ If you’re looking for a beautiful custom piece, book in with us for a free consultation to get you on your way!

Bright ✅ Bold ✅ Just the way we like it! Tattoo by
10/06/2026

Bright ✅ Bold ✅ Just the way we like it!
Tattoo by

Want to commemorate your fur-baby? Nina has you covered for any paw print tattoos!
09/06/2026

Want to commemorate your fur-baby? Nina has you covered for any paw print tattoos!

Our online-exclusive tees and hoodies are now 10% off with code FIRST10.Designed by the Darkhorse crew and available exc...
07/06/2026

Our online-exclusive tees and hoodies are now 10% off with code FIRST10.

Designed by the Darkhorse crew and available exclusively through our online store.

No gimmicks. No memberships. No hoops to jump through.

Just good gear, shipped straight to your door.

Visit darkhorseinitiativetattoo.com.au and hit the Merch tab to shop.

Offer available until 15 June

Beautiful black and grey swallow birds done by ~ Spots with Nina are filling up fast, book in now for any delicate, fine...
04/06/2026

Beautiful black and grey swallow birds done by ~ Spots with Nina are filling up fast, book in now for any delicate, fineline and realism work!

Rad Ta moko on the hand by our artist ! Book in with him for some beautiful freehand moko work~
03/06/2026

Rad Ta moko on the hand by our artist ! Book in with him for some beautiful freehand moko work~

Get tattooed at Darkhorse Initiative, enjoy one of our signature cocktails at Walk-ins Welcome Bar, or receive a service...
02/06/2026

Get tattooed at Darkhorse Initiative, enjoy one of our signature cocktails at Walk-ins Welcome Bar, or receive a service from Cherry Bomb PMU and you’ll score one of our stickers.

Take it somewhere interesting, slap it up, snap a photo and tag us on Instagram.

Every tagged post or story goes into the draw to win a $100 voucher to spend at Darkhorse Initiative, Walk-ins Welcome Bar or Cherry Bomb PMU.

Prize drawn July 1.

To enter, you must be following .pmu

GOOD LUCK!

Address

3/37 Musgrave Avenue
Gold Coast, QLD
4215

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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