5 Things You Need To Consider When Choosing Brisbane Tattoo Artist

Before booking your first tattoo, there is much to consider, from design and placement to artist and location. Today, we're focussing on what you need to consider when choosing a Brisbane tattoo artist to ink your first masterpiece. 

1. The first step is to ask those around you. Reach out and contact any family, friends, or acquaintances who may have used the Brisbane tattoo artist you may have in mind. Asking people whose opinions you trust will help you find the best artist for your next tattoo.
2. The next step is to look at online reviews. When you view reviews from the tattoo shop, take notice of the overall sentiment consumers are saying about that studio or artist.
3. Social media will be the next step in your journey to choosing your next tattoo artist in Brisbane. Once you've taken the time to ask around and check reviews, you'll be able to view their Instagram account and see what their comments are saying, the type of work they're tagged in or posting, and get a feel for the experiences people are having with the artist you have in mind.
4. Once you think you've found your artist, open some lines of communication and send through that email or DM (check their preferred contact method first. If they have one, it'll usually be listed somewhere on their Instagram or website). Ask any questions you might need clarification on, see how responsive they are, and get a general first-impression vibe.
5. The final step will be meeting the artist in person. Once you're feeling confident in your chosen Brisbane tattoo artist, make the time to book a consultation or some flash so that you can assess how things are in person.

At Smoke & Mirrors Tattoo Co, we know how hard it can be to trust a tattoo artist you haven't been inked by before. We encourage you to do your due diligence and look into us the same way you would for any other studio. Don't just take our word for it; look into our reviews and our artists' social media accounts, and ask about people's experiences getting tattooed at our studio in Grange.