Thank you for your interest in guest spotting at our shop. We’re always excited to welcome talented new artists into our space. If you’re interested in further detail about our guesting at our space, please fill out the application and we will contact you directly.
Rate: $140 per day, all supplies included! This includes needles and ink!
*If you are permanent in Vancouver, and we're the only shop you work at, we'll discount your rate to $120!
Naughty Comrade Tattoo is a proudly artist-owned studio located in the heart of East Vancouver’s most walkable and vibrant neighborhood; Commercial Drive. Just five minutes from the SkyTrain and surrounded by local shops, cafés, and foot traffic, we’re easy to find and even easier for your clients to access. Paid parking is available right behind our building.
We love collaborating with travelling artists and provide everything you need to hit the ground running. Our guest rates (see above) allow us to provide you with premium-quality supplies, including needles and inks. Specialty inks are also available for purchase through our in-house tattoo supply partner, and we’re always fully stocked so you can travel light.
You’ll enjoy 24/7 access via smart lock, a full-time front desk receptionist to assist with setup and logistics, and an easy online booking system that lets you reserve or adjust your station at any time. Come work, connect, and create with us in one of Vancouver’s most welcoming tattoo spaces.
We can't wait to work with you! Once we receive your booking request, we will send you our shop info and a link to book the station on the days you need!
Have any questions about working with us as a guest artist? Take a look at some of our most common questions here.
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Most guest stints run 2–7 days, but we also accommodate single-day and weekend visits when the calendar allows. Check our schedule for current availability.
You set your rates. We offer a standard flat station-fee model; results vary based on bookings and project size. We help with promotion and prescheduling to keep your days full.
We supply everything you need, including needles/cartridges and inks, plus an adjustable client chair/bed, arm rest, LED lighting, sharps disposal, barrier film, surface disinfectant, gloves, wrap/tape, and setup/tear-down essentials. Bring your own machines and power supply if you have specific preferences.
