Inkvasion Tattoo Studio opened its doors in 2017 and is owned by tattoo artist Glenn Tan, who has been tattooing since 2009. The studio operates from Far East Plaza on Orchard Road, a few minutes' walk from Orchard MRT, and works alongside artists Catt and Brandon Christopher.
Inkvasion covers a wide range of tattoo styles, including Japanese oriental, tribal Polynesian, letterings, ornamental, dot work, black & grey realism, pet portraits, fine line tattoos, and minimalist Korean style. Beyond standard tattooing, the studio also offers UV blacklight tattoos using phosphorous-free ink made in the USA, cover-up work for unwanted tattoos, fully custom tattoo designs at no extra cost, and a pain-free numbing option for clients concerned about discomfort.
The studio follows strict hygiene protocols, using single-use disposable instruments and properly sterilising and autoclaving all other equipment and work surfaces before and after each client.
Inkvasion has been featured by TallyPress, tsingapore.com, The Smart Local, and Best in Singapore, and was voted #1 Tattoo Studio in Singapore in both 2021 and 2018 on TallyPress. The studio operates by appointment only.
Tucked into Far East Plaza on Orchard Road, a few minutes' walk from Orchard MRT, Inkvasion Tattoo Studio has been operating since 2017 under owner and tattoo artist Glenn Tan, who has been tattooing since 2009.
Inkvasion works across a genuinely wide range of styles — Japanese oriental, tribal Polynesian, letterings, ornamental, dot work, black & grey realism, pet portraits, fine line tattoos, and minimalist Korean style tattoos among others. That range is spread across the studio's three artists: Glenn Tan, Catt, and Brandon Christopher, each with their own portfolio and approach.
Beyond standard tattoo work, the studio offers a handful of specialty services. UV blacklight tattoos use safe, phosphorous-free ink made in the USA, staying nearly invisible in daylight but glowing under UV light. For clients with an old tattoo they no longer want, Inkvasion offers cover-up work, redesigning over the existing piece — though the studio is upfront that there are design limitations, and some tattoos may be too dark to cover fully. Every custom tattoo design is created specifically for the client at no extra cost, and for anyone worried about the pain of the needle, the studio offers a pain-free numbing option.
Inkvasion says it adheres to strict hygiene standards, using single-use disposable instruments and properly sterilising and autoclaving all other equipment and work surfaces before and after each client — a detail worth knowing if hygiene protocols are a deciding factor in choosing a studio.
The studio has picked up recognition over the years, including being voted #1 Tattoo Studio in Singapore in both 2021 and 2018 on TallyPress. It has also been featured by outlets including TallyPress, tsingapore.com, The Smart Local, and Best in Singapore.
Inkvasion operates as an appointment-based studio and does not accept walk-ins. The fastest way to reach the team is via WhatsApp, with the studio noting it aims to respond within 48 hours and asking that clients don't call. The booking process itself is detailed: prospective clients are asked to describe their design in detail (including exact wording and font style for letterings), estimate the size in centimetres by measuring against their body, specify placement, and choose a preferred artist — Glenn, Catt, Brandon, or 'Anyone' to be assigned the most suitable artist. There's also a Female Junior Artist option, offered at a discount for clients open to a newer artist on the team.
What comes through from the studio's own materials and its collection of client reviews is a consistent emphasis on making clients — from seasoned collectors to first-timers — feel comfortable, alongside a shop environment described as clean, warm, and welcoming. With its Orchard Road location, appointment-only model, and range of styles across three artists, Inkvasion positions itself as a considered, professional stop for anyone planning a tattoo in Singapore rather than a walk-in-and-go shop.