Shinko Tattoo
340 Sandgate Rd, Albion QLD 4010, Australia
4.9 ★ (147 reviews)
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About Shinko Tattoo
Shinko Tattoo is a shop front tattoo studio located in 340 Sandgate Rd, Albion QLD 4010, Australia, QLD. The studio specialises in illustrative style tattoos.
With a 4.9 star rating from 147 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, Shinko Tattoo offers a professional tattooing experience for all styles and sizes.
Opening Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
* Hours may vary on public holidays. We recommend calling ahead to confirm.
Location
Pricing Information
Contact for pricing
Contact for pricing
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
japanese, realism, illustrative
Google Rating
4.9 ★
Location
QLD
What to Know
- Consultation recommended
- Deposit may be required
- Aftercare instructions provided
- ID required (18+)
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About Shinko Tattoo
Shinko Tattoo is a semi-private studio on Sandgate Road in Albion, in Brisbane's inner north, open since 2014. The shop is built around custom, artist-led work rather than a single house style, and it carries a large, experienced resident bench.
That team spreads across Japanese and neo-Japanese, black-and-grey realism, American traditional, blackwork and illustrative work, which makes the studio a natural home for large-scale, considered pieces as much as a first tattoo. The semi-private layout leans towards a calmer, focused sitting, and the studio's approach centres on getting the concept right through consultation before committing to skin.
A long-running Albion studio for people who want bespoke work from a deep and settled crew.
Explore more tattoo studios in Albion, or browse Japanese (Irezumi) tattoo artists across Australia.
Artists at Shinko Tattoo
Justin Smeeth
A founding member of the studio who specialises in large-scale black-and-grey realism, with more than 15 years of experience.
Ryan De Los Santos
Trained in Los Angeles under Jay Miyagi.
Corum Bryant
A British artist who apprenticed in Brisbane and joined the studio in 2015.
Jack Kidd
Began his apprenticeship in Brisbane in 2012 and joined the studio in 2016.
Graf
Has been tattooing since 2005, starting out at Hammerhead Tattoo in New Zealand.
Joe Panda
An all-rounder with around 20 years of experience across Queensland family studios.
Jessie Wynn
Apprenticed at Valley Mall and joined the studio in 2018; works across multiple styles.
Christine Ward
Specialises in black-and-grey with an illustrative approach and a focus on clean linework.
Brock Alan Conry
Started tattooing in 2016 and specialises in American traditional alongside blackwork and dotwork.
Jesse O'Brien
From North Queensland, with a neo-Japanese focus and a leaning towards large-scale, eccentric work.
Services
Custom DesignsConsultations
Pricing
- Minimum
- $150
- Deposit
- Required, non-refundable, and deducted from the total cost
Pricing from the studio's website; confirm when booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a minimum charge?
Yes. The minimum is $150 regardless of size, with the final cost depending on size, detail, placement and artist.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes. A non-refundable deposit is required, and it is deducted from the total cost of the tattoo.
Do you tattoo anyone under 18?
No. It is against the law to tattoo anyone under the age of 18 in Queensland.
How do I book?
Get in touch through the contact form, by email or by phone; larger pieces are arranged with the artist by consultation.
How do I look after a new tattoo?
The studio provides aftercare guidance on its website to help care for a fresh tattoo.