ALWAYS. Tattoo Studio is an appointment-only tattoo studio at 350c Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa, Auckland. The studio is home to three artists, each with their own distinct specialty: owner Aimee, who focuses on fine line, floral, sea creatures, birds, blackwork and custom work; junior artist Mika, who specialises in fine line, blackwork, floral, goth and horror styles; and senior artist Acropoliiis, who works in neo realism, illustrative, heavy blackwork and horror styles, alongside custom pieces.
Customers looking to book can reach out by message or email with their tattoo idea, rough size and placement, and the team will provide a quote. For anyone unsure of their design, the studio also offers help with the design process itself.
Each artist maintains their own Instagram, alongside the studio's shared Instagram and TikTok pages, giving prospective clients a way to see examples of each artist's style before booking.
ALWAYS. Tattoo Studio operates as an appointment-only tattoo studio at 350c Hibiscus Coast Highway in Orewa, Auckland, bringing together three artists each with their own distinct style and specialty.
Owner Aimee specialises in fine line work, floral designs, sea creatures, birds, blackwork and custom pieces, giving her a broad range within a delicate, detailed style. Junior artist Mika works across fine line, blackwork, floral, goth and horror styles, bringing a darker, more graphic edge to the studio's offering. Senior artist Acropoliiis rounds out the team with a focus on neo realism, illustrative work, heavy blackwork and horror, alongside custom designs for clients with a specific vision in mind.
Between the three artists, ALWAYS. Tattoo Studio covers a wide spread of styles, from delicate fine line florals through to heavy blackwork and realistic illustrative pieces, meaning clients can choose an artist whose style matches the tattoo they have in mind.
As an appointment-only studio, ALWAYS. asks prospective clients to get in touch directly, either by message or email, with their tattoo idea, a rough size, and the placement they're considering. From there, the team can provide a quote for the work.
For clients who have an idea but aren't sure how to bring it to life, the studio also offers help with the design process itself, working with clients to develop a piece that suits their vision.
Each artist at ALWAYS. maintains their own Instagram account, giving prospective clients a direct way to browse their individual portfolios and get a feel for their specific style before reaching out. The studio also has a shared Instagram and TikTok presence, showcasing the collective work coming out of the Orewa studio.
For Orewa locals and visitors to the Hibiscus Coast looking for tattoo work across a range of styles - from fine line florals to heavy blackwork and neo realism - ALWAYS. Tattoo Studio offers a small team of specialised artists working by appointment, with design help available for clients who need it.