Astoria Ink is a premium tattoo studio located on Level 2 of The SQ on St Asaph Street in Christchurch Central, right next to the new One NZ Stadium. The studio specialises in black and grey realism, fine line tattoos, custom designs, and expert cover-up work — built around the idea that tattooing is more than art: it's storytelling, identity, and transformation.
Founded on creativity, precision, and innovation, Astoria Ink blends traditional tattoo craftsmanship with modern technology to deliver a genuinely personalised experience from concept to completion. Whether a client arrives with a fully formed idea or is starting from scratch, the team works closely with them to develop artwork that reflects their individual story. The studio operates under the motto: Your Story. Your Ink.
The Christchurch studio is home to a team of four tattoo artists — Gia (realism, fine detail, black and grey), Z (realism and cover-up specialist), Max (black and grey realism), and Victor (fine line and detailed work) — supported by studio manager Christie at reception. Professionalism, hygiene, and a relaxed, confidence-inspiring environment are central to the Astoria Ink experience.
Astoria Ink accepts Afterpay, allowing clients to split the cost of their tattoo into manageable instalments. Gift cards are also available for purchase. Appointments are booked online through the studio's website.
Astoria Ink sits on Level 2 of The SQ on St Asaph Street in Christchurch Central, right next to the new One NZ Stadium. It's a deliberately premium space — built to feel comfortable and professional from the moment you walk in — and it specialises in black and grey realism, fine line tattoos, custom designs, and expert cover-up work.
The studio's motto is simple: Your Story. Your Ink. That phrase runs through everything Astoria Ink does. Tattooing here is treated as more than a service — it's storytelling, identity, and transformation. Every piece is designed with intention, crafted to reflect the individual, and built to last.
Astoria Ink's Christchurch studio is home to four tattoo artists, each with a distinct specialty. Gia works in realism, fine detail, and black and grey. Z is the studio's realism and cover-up specialist, known for transforming existing ink into something new. Max focuses on black and grey realism, and Victor handles fine line and detailed work. Christie manages the studio and reception, keeping the experience smooth from first contact to finished piece.
That range of specialties under one roof means clients can be matched to the right artist for their vision — whether that's a photorealistic portrait, a delicate botanical piece, or a full cover-up of old work.
Astoria Ink blends traditional tattoo craftsmanship with modern technology. The collaborative process starts well before the needle — the team works with clients from concept to completion, whether someone arrives with a clear brief or a vague idea they want help shaping. First-timers and those adding to large-scale custom pieces are both well catered for.
Hygiene and professionalism are central to the studio's environment. The space is designed to help clients feel confident and relaxed throughout the entire process — not just while they're in the chair.
For those managing the cost of a tattoo, Astoria Ink accepts Afterpay, allowing payments to be split into manageable instalments. Gift cards are also available for purchase through the website — a straightforward option for anyone looking to give the experience as a present.
Bookings are made online through the studio's website, and the team can be reached via phone, email, or social media for general enquiries.