Tattoo Artist Residency Options

Full-Time

$1,500 / month

  • All supplies included (including needles and ink!)
  • 24/7 access to the shop
  • A dedicated station to decorate as you please
  • Your space is exclusively yours - no guest artists will use it
  • Total flexibility - work whenever you want
  • Featured promotion on our website and Instagram
  • Flat-rate rent means more profit the more you work
  • Priority access to walk-ins and client requests

Split Station

$800 / Month

  • Supplies included (including needles and ink!)
  • 24/7 access to the shop
  • Shared station access
  • Featured on our website and social media
  • Invitation to our artist seminars
  • Ongoing collaboration and mentorship
  • Must find your own partner to coordinate the split with

Part-Time

$120 / Day

  • All supplies included (including needles and ink!)
  • Easy online booking to reserve your station
  • Flexible structure for artists who don't need a full-time setup
  • 24/7 shop access
  • Parking located behind building
  • Featured on our website and social media
  • Invitation to our artist seminars
  • Ongoing collaboration and mentorship
  • Must be able to confidently take walk-ins
  • Must be a Vancouver resident

Canadian LMIA

We are looking for experienced and talented international artists to work with us!

If that’s you, we would love to get in contact with you and see your profile, as well as help you obtain a work permit for Canada.

Please message us for more information.

Interested? Apply Here:

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FAQ

Have any questions about working with us as a resident? Take a look at some of our most common questions here.

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What do I need to apply?

Send your portfolio (IG or site), a short bio, preferred dates, and your style focus. Tell us if you prefer a split or station-fee model and any accessibility needs.

Can international artists apply?

Yes. We welcome artists visiting from outside Canada. If you're looking for information about an LMIA, please contact us.

What equipment and supplies are provided?

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.