Cruelty Free Ink Pokes
490 Northbourne Ave, Dickson ACT 2602, Australia
5.0 ★ (22 reviews)
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About Cruelty Free Ink Pokes
Cruelty Free Ink Pokes is a shop front tattoo studio located in 490 Northbourne Ave, Dickson ACT 2602, Australia, ACT. The studio specialises in fine line style tattoos.
With a 5.0 star rating from 22 Google reviews, this studio is highly rated by clients.
Whether you're looking for custom artwork, a walk-in piece, or a consultation on your next tattoo, Cruelty Free Ink Pokes offers a professional tattooing experience for all styles and sizes.
Features & Amenities
♿ wheelchair-accessible
🅿️ parking
Opening Hours
Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed
* Hours may vary on public holidays. We recommend calling ahead to confirm.
Location
Pricing Information
Contact for pricing
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Estimated starting price
• Final price depends on size and detail
• Consultations usually free
• Deposit may be required to book
Studio Information
Location Type
shop front
Style
fine line, stick and poke, minimalist
Google Rating
5.0 ★
Location
ACT
What to Know
- Consultation recommended
- Deposit may be required
- Aftercare instructions provided
- ID required (18+)
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About Cruelty Free Ink Pokes
Cruelty Free Ink Pokes is a hand-poke tattoo studio on Northbourne Avenue in Dickson, just north of Canberra's centre, working entirely without machines. Every piece is applied by hand, and the private studio has been running since 2021.
The work centres on fine, detailed black-and-grey and traditional designs, with custom and flash options that suit both first pieces and larger collections. Everything used is vegan and cruelty-free, from the ink through to the aftercare products, and the space is a welcoming, LGBTQIA+ ally environment where the sitting itself is meant to feel calm rather than clinical.
Guest artists occasionally join the resident line-up, bringing neo-traditional and neo-realism work alongside the studio's usual hand-poke style. It suits people drawn to the softer, quieter character of stick-and-poke, and to a studio whose ethics are as considered as its linework.
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Artists at Cruelty Free Ink Pokes
Laila
Owner and resident artist working machine-free, hand-poke techniques. Vegan since 2013 and committed to cruelty-free, ethical practice.
Jordan
Guest artist with five years' experience, focused on black-and-grey neo-traditional and neo-realism custom work.
Services
Custom DesignsFlash / Pre-DrawnConsultationsGuest Spots
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book?
Bookings are made by email, through Instagram, or by submitting a booking form on the studio's site.
Is the ink vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes. The studio uses vegan ink and cruelty-free aftercare products, in line with the owner being vegan since 2013.
What is hand-poke tattooing?
It is a machine-free technique where the tattoo is applied by hand rather than with a tattoo machine.
Do they offer custom and flash designs?
Yes. Both custom pieces and pre-drawn flash designs are available.
How long does healing take?
Healing typically takes about 5 to 7 days, with vegan aftercare guidance provided.