12/11/2024
It breaks my heart to say that is no more. Graham & I have lived more than a third of our lives in this space, even before it was ours, as we matured from young, dumb idiots into fathers. My boy learned to walk in the waiting area, we’ve celebrated together, grieved together (miss you Koulla❤️) & laughed till we cried more times than I can count. I’ve done so many of the things I’m most proud of inside these walls (& some things I’m not so proud of after hours 🎉) I like to think we made lots of people very happy over the years with the work we all put out into the world.
I will forever be proud of what we created and what we overcame to keep it going as long as we did. Unfortunately there comes a time when change is inevitable. I’m choosing to view it as an opportunity for growth & new experiences. Though we’re still absolutely gutted.
Every artist we’ve had come through our little studio has left their own distinct mark & inspired me in some way (even if that’s what NOT to do at times 😜) We love you all & wish all the best with your future endeavours. It broke & warmed my heart in equal measure when you expressed how sad you were at the news & how you will miss it as much as Graham & I. The thought of not tattooing to the sound of the incessant waffling nonsense & p**s taking we all became accustomed to is going to take some getting used to. There will never be another team like you weirdos. ❤️
Our thanks truly go out to every single client that ever came through our door & put up with us. Without you we could have never existed. You have allowed us to create some of the coolest, strangest most beautiful tattoos I’ve ever seen and we will be forever grateful to you for choosing us. 🙏
We have lived & breathed Gold Irons for over a decade as the world around us changed & kept us on our toes. I’m going to treasure it all my days. As we lock the awkward, heavy, noisy doors for the final time I shall walk away with my head held high knowing we gave it our all.
Much love & thanks
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RIP Gold Irons Tattoo Club
2015 - 2024
