Sumi Tattoo is a tattoo studio at 2/189 Jackson Street in Petone, Lower Hutt, with a 5.0 Google rating. It shares its work on Instagram at instagram.com/sumi.tattoo.
A tattoo is permanent, so the artist you choose matters more than the price. Look through an artist's portfolio for the style you want, including healed work, and check that the studio is clean and uses new single-use needles and gloves. A good consultation covers design, size, placement and aftercare, and you should never feel rushed. Ask about deposits, how long the session will run and what happens if you need to reschedule. Instagram is a useful way to see an artist's recent work and style before you book, though a good artist will also tailor a design to you instead of copying one. Regulars eat beforehand, avoid alcohol, wear clothing that gives easy access to the area and follow aftercare advice closely, as healing shapes how the tattoo looks for years.
Jackson Street is Petone's main shopping street, so this studio is easy to find for clients across Lower Hutt and Wellington.