Whether you’re searching for inspiration for a new tattoo, or simply looking to admire some cool ink designs, these are the most talented Hong Kong tattoo artists to follow on Instagram
Tattoos are a true reflection of one’s personality. They can be sentimental ways to keep the memories of loved ones alive or meaningful reminders of a person’s important life events. Individualistic and stylish, this form of body art has become increasingly popular over the years, with more and more people wanting to get tattooed and express their inner selves creatively.
If you’ve been thinking about getting a new tattoo—whether you’re a first-timer or a tattoo enthusiast looking for unique designs to satisfy your next ink craving—we’ve found the most talented Hong Kong artists who have their own distinctive style and aesthetics that you can follow on Instagram for inspiration. Mastering designs ranging from abstract lines to elegant scripts and colourful patterns, there’ll be an ink master to help you curate a tattoo that matches your style and vision in this list.
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1. @sweneychanie.tattoo
Known as a visual art graduate and a self-taught artist, Sweney Chanie's love of drawing was ingrained from a young age, who strongly believes that art is healing—both to the viewer and to the artist. She developed a keen interest in becoming a tattoo artist after her trip to New Zealand years ago, where she met a tattoo artist and tried her hands at a tattoo machine for the very first time. After completing her apprenticeship in Taiwan, she started her career in the tattoo industry and even opening up her own studio in Sai Ying Pun.
“I never thought I would become a tattoo artist, shifting my focus from the canvas to skin,” she says. “It is a great thing when you love what you do for a living. I look forward to learning new skills, and following the path this creative journey takes me”.
Most of her designs are often created on a small scale with minimal clean lines and intricate details with a feminine touch. If you’re looking for delicate scripts, beautiful flowers or baby angel tattoos rendered with an elegant silhouette, Sweney Chanie is your girl.
Follow Sweney Chanie at @sweneychanie.tattoo