You might have noticed that we wrote up a list of all the rad tattooists living and working in Melbourne a little while ago, but if you're patiently waiting for us to cover the rest of the country, do not worry – we're getting there! 

This time, we've found loads of ace tattoo artists from Sydney who we reckon are some of the very best, no matter if you want something big and dark, small and cute or just plain weird. Have a scroll to spy through our top picks for the best tattoos you can grab in the big smoke. 

IF YOU'RE AFTER SOMETHING BOLD

You're the star of the metaphorical show we call life, so you need some ink that reflects the kind of person you are: bold and bright. From black and white designs to much more colourful ones, the tattooists we've listed below offer exactly the kind of style you're keen on. 

@mayforcolor is located at Sole Tattoo Gallery in Marrickville. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@lozzarachtattooer is located at Aquatica Tattoo in Brookvale.

 

 

 

 

 

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@laurenwinzer is located at Hunter & Fox Tattoo in Beaconsfield.

 

 

 

 

 

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@mmo0kk is based at Soul Purpose Tattoo in Five Dock.

 

 

 

 

 

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@sophiabaughan is located at Hand in Hand Tattoo in Rozelle.

 

 

 

 

 

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@abbiefrance.tattoo is located at Soul Purpose Tattoo in Five Dock.

 

 

 

 

 

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@flicktattoo is located at Art On Skin Tattoo in Artamon.

 

 

 

 

 

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@laurenfoxtattoo is located at Lighthouse Tattoo Studio in Botany.

 

 

 

 

 

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IF YOU'RE AFTER SOMETHING CUTE 

Listen, we understand if you're someone who has a penchant for snarling monsters, flaming skulls and detailed depictions of the devil himself, but listen: there's also a place for cuteness in the tattoo world. If you much prefer bunnies over blood, take a gander at our picks of adorable tattoos below.

@fineline.tattoo.sydney is located at a private studio in Rosebery. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@pocketgrubs is located at Little Planet Tattoo in Pyrmont. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@sydney_fineline_tattoo is located at Rising Tide Tattoo in Chippendale. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@little_av_pokes is located at Pokes Studio in Newtown.

 

 

 

 

 

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@unsoftserve is located at a private studio. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@gumi.tattoos is located at Black Jade Tattoo in Bankstown.

 

 

 

 

 

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@bona.tto is located at Sole Tattoo Gallery at Marrickville.

 

 

 

 

 

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@bloodbunnyink is located at Omolu Creative Studio in Surry Hills. 

 

 

 

 

 

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IF YOU'RE AFTER SOMETHING DIFFERENT 

We know who you are: you're a weirdo (and we love weirdos.) Your music and fashion tastes are more esoteric and unique than most, so your tattoos match your individualistic style and way of life. Rock on, weirdos of the world. 

@nah_mate_pokes is located in a private studio. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@zhanaoliviatattoo is located at Little Planet Tattoo in Pyrmont. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@buffbabei.nk is located at Fun Rabbit Ink in Leichhardt. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@pokedbypossum is located at Little Planet Tattoo in Pyrmont. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@syctattoo is located at Scratch Studio 705 in Leichhardt. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@aphaolei is located in a private studio. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@danitattoos is located at Little Planet Tattoo in Pyrmont. 

 

 

 

 

 

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@leysinked is located at HAYTATTOO in Haymarket. 

 

 

 

 

 

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