Tribe Tattoo Glasgow & Tribe Tattoo Edinburgh offers the very best in quality tattooing and piercing in our well-established studios. Get in touch with us today. Our studios have been serving Edinburgh and Glasgow- and the rest of Scotland and beyond- since 2000. We pride ourselves on our passion for and love for all types of body art, be it an ear piercing or a full body suit of Japanese style.
We also offer laser tattoo removal (for those pieces you wish you didn't have) and in our Tribe Edinburgh shop, we also offer semi-permanent make up. Our artists all have their own fields of expertise, and having so many artistic styles to choose from, we can make sure you get the perfect artist for your project.
We also offer laser tattoo removal (for those pieces you wish you didn't have) and in our Tribe Edinburgh shop, we also offer semi-permanent make up. Our artists all have their own fields of expertise, and having so many artistic styles to choose from, we can make sure you get the perfect artist for your project.
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Our popular and well-renowned sister studio, Tribe Tattoo Glasgow, is based amidst eclectic restaurants and bars in the city's trendy West End. As one of the best tattoo studios in Glasgow, our talented team pride themselves on delivering quality service and using their unique and extensive skills to create remarkable art pieces for our customers.
Tribe Tattoo Edinburgh started life in a small shop on West Nicolson St in the city's Southside in 1999 near the university. Before long we were bursting at the seams but were reluctant to give up our spot on such a great wee street, surrounded by alternative shops, great snack bars and of course just opposite the Pear Tree pub and beer garden.
I've been tattooing since 1990 and still love it as much as the day I started. I particularly enjoy doing tattoos that flow with the part of the body they are on, anything that wraps and/or accentuates the bodys motion appeals to me. Styles I am drawn towards inclue Japanese, Floral and Art Noveau, but I also enjoy the challenge photo realism like portraits.
Brunella started tattooing in 1993. She hails from Milan, Italy, where she opened a shop with her sister Raffaella. After a while she started working at conventions around the globe which opened her eyes to the great big world beyond Milan. Realising the city was too small for them, the sisters sold off the business so they could travel the world, tattooing in many exotic locations.
If you pop into tribe in Edinburgh on the off chance of getting fit in for a small piece, chances are you'll be tattooed by Erik, he is our master of small, spontaneous pieces, and will do his best to accommodate you at short notice. He has been tattooing over 10 years, is experienced and professional and prides himself on being an all rounder.
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Sandy Fenwick
Jan 29, 2022
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Jim Kirkland
Dec 15, 2021
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Nic Harvey
Dec 12, 2021
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Sarah Pearson
Sep 23, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Sent a rough design of what I wanted last minute and they were extremely accommodating and were able to give me an appointment so quickly. Arrived and they helped finalise and add pieces to the tattoo, to which they carried out perfectly and for an amazing price! Will definitely be going back to tribe for my next tattoo.
Sent a rough design of what I wanted last minute and they were extremely accommodating and were able to give me an appointment so quickly. Arrived and they helped finalise and add pieces to the tattoo, to which they carried out perfectly and for an amazing price! Will definitely be going back to tribe for my next tattoo.
Chantel Dinsmore
Sep 10, 2021
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Jaya Mor
Aug 21, 2021
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Liam McCabe
Jul 31, 2021
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Kimmie Black
Jul 31, 2021
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Alex McGregor
Jul 22, 2021
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Ria Milton
Jul 22, 2021
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Maza Nahk
Jul 10, 2021
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Chris Gallagher
May 30, 2021
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Ella Geraghty
May 29, 2021
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Wendy Sime
Jun 26, 2020
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Megan Ross
Dec 24, 2019
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Got my first tattoo here a few days ago and it was the best experience. All the staff were so friendly and made me feel very relaxed. They were also more than happy to take the time to make sure i was happy with the placement and size etc. The actual tattoo is brilliant and it’s healing up really quickly. Just a really positive experience all round.
Arlene Mcpherson
Nov 24, 2019
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Fantastic experience today. Beautiful back tattoo done by Nick. First class service and would definitely recommend to anyone. Everyone was really friendly and professional and put me totally at ease from start to finish. Added bonus points for playing ace music throughout! Very happy client and looking forward to a return visit.
Ursula Webster
Nov 04, 2019
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Elle H.
May 19, 2019
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It's hard to get a tattoo in a strange city you know little about.
Laura worked efficiently with me through emails and booked me with Erik. The studio is a hip place, far more hip than a grannie with a walker would normally go to, however everyone was friendly.
I loved the entryway into the working part of the studio, felt like I was in Narnia.
Erik is amazing, we talked and he freehand drew the thistle I wanted on my bicep.
He had the tattoo done in 2 hours. My old thin skin bruises easily so the picture looks like Erik is rough. He isn't. He has a very gentle hand-though
Laura worked efficiently with me through emails and booked me with Erik. The studio is a hip place, far more hip than a grannie with a walker would normally go to, however everyone was friendly.
I loved the entryway into the working part of the studio, felt like I was in Narnia.
Erik is amazing, we talked and he freehand drew the thistle I wanted on my bicep.
He had the tattoo done in 2 hours. My old thin skin bruises easily so the picture looks like Erik is rough. He isn't. He has a very gentle hand-though
Julie H.
May 14, 2019
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My daughter and I both recently had tattoos done by Nik. We absolutely love them! Nik was both professional and personable. His artistic vision and ink work are phenomenal. We couldn't be happier.
My daughter did a study abroad at the University of Edinburgh two years ago and had her first tattoo ever done by Nik, then. So, when we knew we were coming to Edinburgh from the US we booked appointments for both of us. I am so glad we did! My daughter and Nik collaborated for her free hand floral piece which turned out gorgeous. I had an idea that I wanted and with Nik's input it
My daughter did a study abroad at the University of Edinburgh two years ago and had her first tattoo ever done by Nik, then. So, when we knew we were coming to Edinburgh from the US we booked appointments for both of us. I am so glad we did! My daughter and Nik collaborated for her free hand floral piece which turned out gorgeous. I had an idea that I wanted and with Nik's input it
Ashlee T.
Oct 25, 2011
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I went to get my nose pierced (my first piercing other than my ears). I was pierced by George, at Tribe 1 in Newington. He had no bedside manner so to speak - when my friend offered to come with for support, he told her no. Then when we got to the piercing room, he told me to sit, asked what side I wanted it on, and then proceeded to pierce my nose without asking if the mark was ok. After he put the needle through he told me I was done, and then proceeded to play around some more, putting the stud in. He scolded me for holding my breath, and was just generally unlike-able. I had to go to another
Anne C.
Aug 06, 2010
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If you've ever had a piercing done, you'll know it can be quite a nerve-wracking experience. After all, you're trusting a complete stranger to plunge a needle into your exposed flesh, making a potentially permanent alteration to your body. So far, I've remained quite conservative and only had this done to various parts of my ear, but still like to feel I'm in safe hands.
My visit to Tribe was refreshingly stress-free. The guy who works there is really cool, and has a very laid-back and straightforward that puts you at ease. He also has some colourful stories - ask
My visit to Tribe was refreshingly stress-free. The guy who works there is really cool, and has a very laid-back and straightforward that puts you at ease. He also has some colourful stories - ask
Julia S.
Aug 06, 2010
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I've technically never been to Tribe to get something pierced (I went to a much dodgier place), but I have been to get lip rings and earrings from Tribe. Sadly, I wasn't all that impressed. I mean, I'm sure the piercings and tattoos they do are absolutely fine. I just assume that's how it works at piercing parlous: if they're still open, they must be doing something right. But when I went there to get my lip ring, first of all, they sold me a ring that was too fat for my piercing. They were also fairly rude. I mean, at least the first time. Other times I've been there
Alex C.
Jul 21, 2010
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Tucked away near the Edinburgh Uni student campus is Tribe, conveniently located opposite 3 pubs for either some post tattoo celebratory drinks or some dutch courage beforehand. If the latter is the case, don't have too much as they won't tattoo you if you are drunk, and also alcohol thins the blood, leading to more bleeding.
So for those that aren't feeling queasy already, Morag is the star artist here, with her waiting list anywhere up to a year, but the quality of her work is obvious and definitely worth the wait. The other artists are all very talented as well, so if you don
So for those that aren't feeling queasy already, Morag is the star artist here, with her waiting list anywhere up to a year, but the quality of her work is obvious and definitely worth the wait. The other artists are all very talented as well, so if you don
Qype User Ivytoa
Feb 22, 2010
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I have had a tattoo and two piercings done here. I don't find the staff to be very friendly here, and act like they're a little fed up.
When I got part of my ear pierced here, the guy who pierced my ear pushed the needle so hard through my cartilage that he cut into another part of my ear, to top it off the bar he used was a metal that is no longer meant to be used for piercings (as I was told by another company who I went to to get my ear sorted out) and my ear got completely infected and wouldn't heal and as a result I had to take the piercing out and still have a large scar
When I got part of my ear pierced here, the guy who pierced my ear pushed the needle so hard through my cartilage that he cut into another part of my ear, to top it off the bar he used was a metal that is no longer meant to be used for piercings (as I was told by another company who I went to to get my ear sorted out) and my ear got completely infected and wouldn't heal and as a result I had to take the piercing out and still have a large scar
Qype User Jades
Apr 29, 2008
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I've had a couple of tattoos done here, both by different people. The shop is clean, the staff are knowledgeable and the work is professional. Rob did my latest work and he was very good. The design is exactly how I wanted it, and he even tidied up one of my older tattoos free of charge. I think as an artist, the bad work done on that one upset him, so he was satisfied to see it fixed - which gave him bonus points in my book. Good advice is given on aftercare and this studio also does piercing.
Qype User Jonnie
Apr 25, 2008
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Got my first tattoo just over a year here and was very pleased with the service I received.
I had designed my own and when I went in the receptionist explained what would be done, roughly how long it would take and general advice on getting and taking care of you're tattoo.
After that she asked if I wanted to go ahead and made an appointment.
When I arrived at my appointment the tattoist (Rob) took me aside and showed me the few tweaks he had made to make the design more consistant and then we were off.
I loved the whole experiance and even now after a year the tattoo looks fresh.
I am now
I had designed my own and when I went in the receptionist explained what would be done, roughly how long it would take and general advice on getting and taking care of you're tattoo.
After that she asked if I wanted to go ahead and made an appointment.
When I arrived at my appointment the tattoist (Rob) took me aside and showed me the few tweaks he had made to make the design more consistant and then we were off.
I loved the whole experiance and even now after a year the tattoo looks fresh.
I am now
