Which way is up?

Dan opting to spin these designs around to appreciate them for himself. Reaper and crying heart tattooed on the hands by Mr Benny McDowall. Photos by Rolan

Mr Willmann

It was great to have Melbourne Tattoo Co’s original family member Karl Willmann back with us last week. Karl is currently working back up on the Gold Coast in sunny Queensland. If you are ever in the area make sure you drop in to Alfed St Tattoo and say hi.

Photos by Rolan

Caleb

Another week, another visit from a good friend. Here is Caleb from Tattoo Rosies in NSW tattooing a classic sun design on the wrist. Caleb will be returning in the next few weeks so keep an eye out to avoid disappointment.

Horimatsu 文身 彫まつ

And the guests keep rolling through! Last week we had Horimatsu in doing some traditional Japanese tabori style tattoos. You can find more of his amazing work over HERE

Photos by Rolan

The Seeker of Symbols

A quick visit from wild man Jiwhan
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Snake Outline

After an early finish with Zoe on the last visit, Kaz was back today to get the snake outlined around the hannya mask on her back.
Photos by Rolan

Sign of the Wolf

And the guests keep rolling through. This week we had our good friend from Lighthouse Tattoo Mr Johann Ingemar. It’s always a rad time when Johann visits. Check out more of his amazing work over on his instagram HERE.
Photos by Rolan

Zac Penny from Hidden Moon stopped in and got a good start on this leopard design on the back of the head. Tattooed by the always radical Oliver West, photographed by Rolan.

Rosey Knee Caps

Getting a good start on the right leg with a matching rose on the knee cap. Tattooed by Slippery Tom.

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D J

All the way down from Tattoo Rosies in Sydney was our good mate Mr Daniel Joseph. With restrictions easing we are absolutely loving having guest artists coming back through the shop again and hanging out. Keep an eye on our instagram for more awesome tattooers joining us in the next few months.

Photos by Rolan

Sweet & Sour

A sweet and sour bulldog double up on the chest for Jack from NSW by Fergus Simms.

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Alexander Tyrrell

We had the pleasure of Alexander Tyrrell joining us this week in the guests chair. Alex is currently working with our good friends at Alfred Street Tattoo on the Gold Coast. So, next time you are up north catching barrels make sure to stop in and grab yourself a sweet tattoo.

Photo by Rolan

The Pursuit Special

“I'm hotter than a rollin' dice. Step right up, chum, and watch the kid lay down a rubber road, right to FREEDOM!”
Last of the V8 Interceptors (the car driven by Mad Max) tattooed by Maisen Hall.
Photos by Rolan

Skulls, Snakes & Daggers

Benny McDowall adding some more classic palm sized trad pieces to the front of Harry.
To get your front started, hit up Benny via his DM’s or email the shop at - melbournetattoocompany@gmail.com
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Back Outlines

Jordan taking the leap and committing to a big back piece by Matt. More updates coming soon.
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A Fun Stack

A fun little fish, heart and skull stack of tattoos by Fergus. Fletcher is well under way to filling up that leg.

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Is that a Titleist?

An awesome Seinfeld inspired whale tattoo on the forearm by Zoe.
”The sea was angry that day my friends, like an old man trying to return soup at a deli.”
One of George Costanza’s greatest moments.

Photos by Rolan

Dragon with Wings

Originally going for a dragon tattoo on the calf, Sam backflipped and went for the upper arm instead.
Great spot for this winged dragon, tattooed by Oli.
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The Gom Jabber

The Gom Jabbar, also known as "the high handed enemy", was a handheld needle tipped with meta-cyanide poison. When driven into a victim it brought almost instantaneous death.
A Dune inspired tattoo by Spider Death.
Photos by Rolan

A Pair of Tattoos

Greta was back in to finish up her matching thigh tattoos.
Original Dan Higgs designs re-jigged and tattooed by Maisen Hall.
Photos by Rolan