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Gordanza has entered the building!

The whole crew at @sunset_tattoo_nz is stoked to warmly welcome our new apprentice @gordanza to the tat game!

Here he is completing a sunset tradition of being made to clean the front of the shop on the middle of winter.

Gordy isn’t tattooing yet- he’s busy studying and preparing and learning the ropes, but you can follow his progress on his Instagram @gordanza and keep an eye out for when he starts doing apprentice tats.

Gordy has shown massive commitment and an unstoppable work ethic and respect towards his new craft so far and we are extremely proud to have him with us!

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The Fine Line Tattoo Queen has landed

Spider web, skill and flames by @Elliott.tattoo

We are very excited to announce that Elliott, known as @Elliott.tattoo on Instagram, has joined our star line-up of artists here at Sunset Tattoo.

Elliotts fine line tattoos have become extremely popular resulting in a fully booked calendar months in advance.

Fine line tattoos require amazing precision and skill. Elliotts butterflies are super sweet but with a side of bad ass. Fine-line/single needle, flames, cherries, roses, barbed wire, chains… Elliott can do it all!

Email info@sunsettattoo.co.nz to book in with Elliott, come on, you know you want too!

Bird and chain by @Elliott.tattoo

Heart Cherries by @Elliott.tattoo

Scorpion by @Elliott.tattoo

Rose and Flame by @Elliott.tattoo

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The Colourful Koi

Koi is the informal name for nishikigoi, which are colourful Amur carp. They live between 25 – 35 years and represent strength, prosperity, determination, independence, perseverance, and good luck. Japanese people respect and admire the Koi fish and they are a common symbol in tattooing.

Here are some amazing large scale Koi tattoos that have been done here at Sunset.

Traditional Japanese Back piece and Leg Sleeves by @tomtom_tattoo

Koi Fish by @horiyama_

Full traditional Japanese Tebori tattoo sleeve by @horimatsu_bunshin

Full traditional Japanese back piece by @tomtom_tattoo

Feeling inspired? Get in touch with us today info@sunsettattoo.co.nz!

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Georgie Williams - Guest Artist this week!

Georgie Williams is back at Sunset Tattoo!

We are very lucky to have the amazing Georgie Williams guesting with us this week.

Her unique armour-like designs definitely turn heads. With large scale concept pieces available to tattoo and custom designs encouraged!

For all bookings and enquires, please email Georgie directly on georgiewtattoo@gmail.com.

@_georgiewilliams_

Concept Available For Tattooing!

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This is just a tribute.. (you've gotta believe it)

Feast your eyes on a selection of tattoo’s our artists have done in tribute to some amazing musicians. Whether you’re a fan of timeless rock or it’s rap your passionate about, you can show your love for your favourites through iconic imagery that will last the test of time!

Email info@sunsettattoo.co.nz for your own music related piece today. Our artists would love to help!

Grateful Dead Skull by Bernard Kwok (@b_kwok)

Gucci Mane Ice cream by Milky (@milky.tattoo)

Grateful Dead bear by Milky (@milky.tattoo)

Thin Lizzy dragon by Bernard Kwok (@b_kwok)

Lord Quas by Milky (@milky.tattoo)

Grateful Dead bear by Milky (@milky.tattoo)

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