28/05/2026
Six years ago, we opened the doors to Tattoo Gold Takapuna with a vision of building something we could truly be proud of.
Since then, it’s become a special space for us. So it does feel sad to soon close our doors for the last time.
Thousands of clients, world-class artists, friendships, memories, a team, and a space that became a second home for many of us.
Behind the scenes, we poured everything into it. Long days, late nights tattooing, designing, drawing, emails, admin, reviews, cleaning, managing people, ordering stock, the list goes on. Not because we had to work this much, but because we genuinely cared about what we were building and the people involved in it, has been second nature.
We built something special here, and we were proud to share it with all of you.
At the end of May 2026, Tattoo Gold Takapuna will officially close its doors as we prepare for the next chapter of our lives.
Later this year, we’ll be going overseas and building something new:
Tattoo Gold Netherlands 🇳🇱
Located around one hour from Amsterdam.
The new studio will become home to myself, , with new artists eventually joining in the future. Being based in the heart of Europe will allow easier access to international conventions again for me, guest spots across Europe, and a much bigger stage for the work we love creating.
Most importantly though, this positioning is something really special for my little family at this stage of our lives.
New Zealand will always be home. I’ll continue returning regularly to tattoo in Auckland, see family and friends, and stay connected to everything we’ve built here. I’m just splitting my time between the two countries - not completely relocating, my studio will just be in a different country now.
To every single person who walked through our doors, supported us online, trusted us with your tattoo, or believed in what we were building, thank you.
I’m looking forward to seeing you either near Amsterdam or back again in Auckland soon ✌️