Belfast City Skinworks

Been enough times to know there is some serious talent in this place. A historical setting packed with artists

Ok so I don’t actually have any tattoos myself — but I have purchased gift vouchers from Belfast City Skinworks for friends — yes such things exist and they’re a great gift idea for tattoo addicts! I’ve accompanied friends on numerous occasions while they’ve gotten tattooed at this shop. It’s a highly efficient, professional, organised shop with very talented Artists working in a range of styles. As a Visual Artist myself I appreciate the quality work created here. I did get my nose pierced at Skinworks a few years ago — a phase in my life that only lasted 6 months haha — and was impressed by the hygiene standards and aftercare advice offered. If I was to get any tattooing or piercing done again — this is the place I’d visit.

My mum and dad wanted to get me something for my 30^th birthday that I would keep, so I decided on a tattoo. They weren’t thrilled, but I was 30, what could they say? So it was here I went, my ink-​free terrified skin ready to be marked for life, and from start to finish it was a great experience.
OK, I can’t say it was pain-​free, it was a tattoo for goodness sake, but the guys were so friendly putting me at ease, and the place was spotless. I had designed my own and the artwork they did was fantastic, and every day I look at it I love it more. I’ve another idea in mind, and when I decide to go for it, I’ll be back here. Probably still nervous, but not about BCS, just the actual drawing bit. I’m only human!