Michael — Artist & Owner | Heart and Home Tattoo Studio (Melbourne)

Michael is a leading Melbourne tattoo artist and co-owner of Heart and Home Tattoo Studio, widely known for exceptional linework, precision tattooing, and outstanding healed results. With over 15 years of professional tattooing experience, he is regarded as a highly skilled and reliable artist whose work consistently stands the test of time.

Michael specialises in fine line tattoos, animal portraits, American Traditional tattoos with a modern approach, geometric designs, black and grey, full colour, and watercolour-style tattoos. His tattoos are recognised for their clean, confident lines, balanced composition, and technical execution—key factors in achieving tattoos that heal cleanly, remain legible, and age beautifully.

As both an artist and studio owner, Michael is deeply hands-on throughout the entire tattoo process. His friendly, calm, and approachable nature allows clients to feel comfortable and well cared for, while his meticulous attention to detail ensures every design is refined for longevity and clarity on the skin. Many clients return to Michael specifically for his consistent healed outcomes and ability to deliver exactly what was discussed during consultation.

Outside of tattooing, Michael is a multidisciplinary creative, producing mixed-media paintings and digital artwork. This broader artistic practice feeds directly into his tattoo work, strengthening his understanding of colour, flow, and visual balance.

Located in Moonee Ponds, Heart and Home Tattoo Studio is a Melbourne tattoo studio specialising in fine line, botanical, script, and illustrative tattoos, known for calm client care, clean execution, and high-quality healed tattoos.

If you’re searching for a top tattooist in Melbourne with a reputation for clean lines, friendly service, and exceptional healed results, Michael offers experience, precision, and genuine care in every piece he creates.

Renee — Artist & Owner | Heart and Home Tattoo Studio (Melbourne)

Renee is a Melbourne-based tattoo artist and co-owner of Heart and Home Tattoo Studio, widely regarded as one of the cleanest fine line tattooists in Melbourne. She is known for exceptionally precise linework, soft black and grey tones, and tattoos that heal beautifully and evenly—making her a top choice for clients seeking refined, long-lasting fine line work.

She specialises in fine line tattoos, botanical and floral designs, fauna illustration, ornamental work, and black and grey tattoos, with a strong focus on balance, flow, and skin longevity. Renee’s technical control and light-handed approach result in tattoos that remain crisp and elegant well after healing.

With four years of professional tattooing experience and an additional five years in cosmetic tattooing, Renee brings an advanced understanding of skin, placement, and precision to every piece. This background is a major reason her work is consistently praised for its clean finish and flawless healed results.

Renee is also highly recommended for her exceptional customer service. Warm, friendly, and deeply attentive, she takes time to guide clients through the entire process—from consultation to aftercare—ensuring they feel heard, comfortable, and confident. Her calm, nurturing presence creates a safe and welcoming environment, especially for first-time clients.

Beyond tattooing, Renee is an artist and writer inspired by Australian native flora, wildlife, and fantasy romance storytelling, all of which subtly inform her illustrative style and custom designs.

Renee also offers a unique Tattoo Reading experience, created in collaboration with psychic reader Carol. During this session, Renee sits in on the reading and intuitively designs a tattoo based on the energy and themes that arise, which clients can then choose to have tattooed following the reading.

If you’re searching for a Melbourne fine line tattoo artist known for clean lines, perfect healing, and outstanding client care, Renee delivers artistry, precision, and a genuinely thoughtful tattoo experience—every time.

Meet Tata, a tattoo artist from Argentina tattooing since 2019. She specializes in illustrative, dot work, botanical and fine line styles, often drawing inspritation from wildlife and nature.

Tata is an Argentinian tattoo artist and illustrator with a strong foundation in drawing and graphic design. Having lived and traveled across different countries, her work is deeply influenced by the cultures, landscapes, and small everyday details she encounters along the way.

Her style is defined by an illustrative approach where fine lines and dotwork come together to create delicate, textured pieces. Every design begins as a hand-drawn illustration, with a strong focus on composition, flow, and how the tattoo will live on the skin.

Much of her inspiration comes from nature, animals, flowers, and scenes that evoke a sense of home, memory, and connection. Her tattoos often carry a subtle narrative, aiming to capture symbols, moments, or emotions that feel personal to each person.

For Tata, tattooing is a collaborative process. She enjoys working closely with each client to develop ideas that respect both the artistic vision of the design and the personal story behind it.

Her goal is to create timeless tattoos — thoughtful pieces made with care, intention, and attention to detail, designed to accompany each person for a lifetime.

Storme Delannoie is multidisciplinary tattoo artist currently based in Melbourne.

Her work blends fine line precision with soft, illustrative detail and colour. Specialising in fine line black and grey, microrealism, small-scale colour, anime, and delicate fine line designs, Storme is known for her clean and detail oriented tattoos that heal clean, softly and beautifully subtle on the skin.

With over seven years of professional tattooing experience in South Africa, Storme brings both technical control and an intuitive artistic eye to every piece she creates. Drawing since childhood and now expanding into painting with a growing love for watercolour, her creative foundation is deeply rooted in observation, patience, and an appreciation for the finer details.

Her work is especially inspired by botanical themes, whimsy, and the quiet magic found in the world around us. Whether crafting intricate florals or softly enchanting custom pieces, Storme approaches each design with care, balance, and intention.

Storme brings a calm, gentle, and safe experience to her clients and prides herself on her grounded presence, patience and genuine love for her craft, allowing space for meaningful expression and making the tattoo process feel collaborative, considered and comfortable.

For Storme, tattoos are a wonderful form of self-expression — wearable art that reflects one’s identity and wonder of the mind.

She offers a wide range of thoughtfully designed flash pieces, while also welcoming custom projects for those seeking something uniquely their own.

Em – Tattoo Artist & Illustrator

Em is a Melbourne based tattoo artist originally from Mexico. Tattooing since 2022 he is known for bold Neo-Traditional, striking Blackwork, and dynamic Anime-inspired tattoos; drawing inspiration from the beauty found in dark places — where contrast, symbolism, and the unconventional meet.

Em's artwork focuses on strong compositions, high-contrast designs, and pieces that balance impact with longevity on the skin. 

Whether it’s a dark-inspired concept, Gaming/ Anime tribute, or a custom illustrative piece, he works to ensure every tattoo expresses a sense of uniqueness and personality to it.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Friendly, attentive, and always happy for a chat; Em strives to provide a welcoming, relaxed environment where clients feel comfortable expressing their ideas. Prioritising your desires and intentions with his artistic strengths to create something that is not only meaningful, but also compositionally solid and tailored to your body. Ensuring you leave with a piece that feels authentically yours.

If you’re looking for a tattoo artist with a collaborative approach and a passion for bold, dark-inspired artwork, Em will be eager to create something impactful for you.

You can reach him via Instagram or email through the link in his bio!

Adam Finlay is a Melbourne based tattoo artist specializing in dark illustrative realism, creating bold, high contrast work influenced by fantasy, anatomy and organic design. His tattoos are created with a strong focus on flow, movement and how each piece sits on the body. Drawing from both fine art and dark fantasy aesthetics, his work balances structure with expression, resulting in pieces that are both visually striking and built to last.

With over 6 years of experience, Adam has developed a reputation for clean execution and considered design, working closely with clients to create custom tattoos that feel unique and tailored to the individual.

Vanessa — Lead Cosmetic Tattooist | Melbourne

Cosmetic Tattooing • Scar Camouflage • Skin Rejuvenation

Vanessa is widely recognised as one of Melbourne’s leading cosmetic tattooists, specialising in eyebrow tattooing, eyeliner tattooing, lip blush, and advanced scar camouflage and rejuvenation treatments. With over 20 years of experience in hairdressing and beauty therapy, Vanessa brings exceptional technical knowledge, aesthetic precision, and skin expertise to every client she works with.

She is highly trained in cosmetic tattooing techniques and is known for creating natural, balanced, and long-lasting results. Vanessa expertly maps and colour-matches brows to suit individual face shapes and skin tones, ensuring enhancements that look refined, symmetrical, and beautifully soft once healed. Her eyeliner and lip tattoo work is equally meticulous, designed to subtly define features while maintaining a natural appearance.

Vanessa offers personalised consultations for every client, taking the time to understand individual goals, skin concerns, and desired outcomes. Her calm, professional approach ensures clients feel confident, informed, and supported throughout their cosmetic tattoo journey.

In addition to cosmetic tattooing, Vanessa is a specialist in scar rejuvenation and scar camouflage, helping clients improve the appearance of scars and stretch marks across the body. Using a combination of cosmetic tattoo pigments, advanced needling techniques, and specialised skin serums, she works to restore confidence and improve skin texture.

Scar Rejuvenation

Vanessa uses advanced rejuvenation methods to stimulate collagen production, improve elasticity, and support natural skin healing. These treatments soften scar tissue, improve texture, and reduce visible scarring over time.

Scar Camouflage Tattooing

Through precise pigment matching and cosmetic tattooing, Vanessa carefully blends scars and stretch marks into the surrounding skin tone. This detailed process creates a seamless, natural finish that significantly reduces the visibility of scars.

Specialised Skin Serums

Vanessa incorporates targeted serums designed to work at a cellular level, accelerating healing, reducing inflammation, and improving overall skin tone and resilience for optimal long-term results.

Known for her attention to detail, professionalism, and compassionate client care, Vanessa is passionate about helping people feel confident and comfortable in their own skin.

If you’re searching for a top cosmetic tattooist in Melbourne for brows, eyeliner, lips, or scar camouflage, Vanessa offers experience, precision, and results-driven care.

To begin your cosmetic tattooing or scar healing journey, contact Vanessa via email to book a personalised consultation.