Skinks Tattoo Studio

12/06/2026

After 5 years off, I’m proud to announce that I am officially the owner of Skinks Tattoo Studio once again.

For those who don’t know the history, I took over the ownership of Skinks over 16 years ago and spent a decade building it up before stepping away from ownership. While the studio continued under different ownership, Skinks has always been a huge part of my life and identity.

Now the journey enters a new chapter.

Alongside Skinks, I’ve established Trustworthy, the parent company that will support not only the studio and art space but also a new network of private tattoo studios designed for artists who want greater freedom, flexibility, and control over their careers.

We’re actively looking for talented tattoo artists to join the Skinks team, as well as experienced artists interested in renting private studio spaces through Trustworthy at highly competitive rates.

The vision is simple:

Create an environment where artists can thrive.
Support creativity and professionalism.
Build opportunities for tattooers to grow successful careers.

To everyone who has supported Skinks over the years.
thank you. Your loyalty and trust have made this possible.

The next chapter starts now.

If you’re a tattoo artist looking for a new opportunity, send me a message.

25/05/2026

Join us for a special screening of Felix – Dare to Dream

Tickets All for Ali link in bio

Sunday 31st May

8:00 PM

Lido Cinema, Hamilton

All proceeds from ticket sales will go directly to support All for Ali and the healing journey of Ali Selliman.

Bring your friends, bring your whānau, and come be part of a night of inspiration, community, and support.

18/05/2026

Erica is the newest addition to the Skinks team, joining us as a tattoo apprentice 🩷🩷 Coming from a background in nail artistry, she brings years of hands-on creative experience and a strong eye for detail into tattooing. She’s already settled naturally into the studio, always drawing, learning, and taking in as much as she can while developing her skills and artistic style. We’re excited to have her as part of the team and look forward to watching her technique and direction continue to evolve over time! Learn a little more about Erica below👇

Q: Where did you grow up?
I was born and raised in Hamilton.

Q: What originally intrigued you to tattooing?
I’ve been drawing ever since I can remember. After five years working as a nail artist, I wanted a change in career. Nothing sounded more exciting than being able to create art in a new and different way.

Q: What style of tattooing are you most drawn to right now?
I’ve been really into high contrast tattoos with stippling used for shading – there’s something about how simple yet bold they are that I really love.

Q: What’s currently on repeat while you’re creating?
As much as I love music, I have to have a podcast or documentary going while doing any creating.

Q: What's your drink of choice?
You’ll never see me without a Red Bull – never the regular ones, always the flavoured ones.

Q: What’s a random fact people probably wouldn’t guess about you?
Every few days I’ll have a brand new set of nails. I get bored very fast with designs on myself and, being a nail tech, I’m able to change them whenever I want.

Q: What does your ideal day off look like?
I love being at home with my cats, Fawn and Freya. To me they’re my children, so being anywhere they are, I’m happy. I also have seven tattoos dedicated to them.

To keep up with Erica’s work, you’ll find her tattoo journey unfolding over at as she builds her style and portfolio. For her nail art (equally detailed and constantly evolving), she’s at .nz

16/05/2026

16/05/2026

Someone will will a full free day of tattooing on the 31st of May. Make sure you get into the studio to have your healed tattoo photographed. Tuesday- Friday each week 10am - 4pm. See ya soon

15/05/2026

We’re all in for Ali 🖤

Here’s our OFFICIAL announcement of the incredible tattoo artists joining us on the day… and seriously – what. a. lineup.

Every artist is donating their time and talent for Ali, and we honestly couldn’t be more grateful.

This is going to be HUGE. You do not want to miss it. Mark your calendars for Sunday the 31st and make sure you give all of these amazing tattooists a follow on Instagram:

.tatt .tattoo .tattooer.nz

We’re also going to have some incredible quick-fire raffles happening throughout the day, with amazing art, goodies, and prizes generously donated by wonderful local businesses and other seriously talented humans 🫶

We’ll see you there.

And keep your eyes peeled – we’ve still got more announcements coming, including some very cool vendors we’ve got up our sleeves 👀