Impressions In Ink Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio at 106 Regan Street in Stratford, in Taranaki, with a 5.0 Google rating.
A tattoo is permanent, so the choice of artist 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 or pressured. In a smaller town, ask whether the artist works by appointment, how far ahead they are booked and what the deposit and rescheduling terms are. Regulars eat beforehand, avoid alcohol, wear clothing that gives easy access to the area and follow aftercare advice closely, since healing affects how the tattoo looks for years. Bring reference images and be open to the artist's suggestions on what will age well.
Stratford is a small town at the foot of Mount Taranaki, so this studio suits locals wanting a tattoo without travelling to New Plymouth.