NQs #1 Tattoo Studio

WELCOME TO
BLVK Temple Tattoo
CAIRNS & TOWNSVILLE

Both BLVK Temple Tattoo Cairns and Black Temple Tattoo Townsville are the premier Tattoo Studio’s located in North QLD, offering first class artists in a warm and welcoming environment.

Teamed with some of the most talented tattoo artists in the country, they master a variety of styles so there’s plenty of versatility to choose from.

Our studio’s offer a one of a kind experience and you will leave the studio with a true masterpiece marked on your skin forever.

Appointment or walk-ins welcome!

18 years of age or over required for tattoos. We require a deposit for all appointments, this is credited to the cost of your tattoo and holds your appointment time. All deposits are non-refundable though may be used as credit for future appointments. Refunded deposits are made only under shops discretion.

PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

Here at Black Temple Tattoo Cairns and Townsville, we have flexible payment options to make getting a tattoo more accessible to all.

We’re proud to offer payment options such as AfterPay, ZIP MoneyZIP Pay and Ink Money. By clicking the chosen payment plan company logo below you will find the step by step guide to signing up and tattoo now pay later on your next tattoo at Black Temple TattooStop waiting for your dream tattoo, make it happen by learning more about our payment options HERE.

Meet the TEAM

Leonni - Black Temple Tattoo

Leonni

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 7 years
LOCATION:Townsville
SPECIALITY:Soft black and grey, Neo Traditional, Colour, Black Work, Floral and Line work.

Leonni started her career in Scotland over 7 years ago before moving back to Australia. She comes from a family of tattoo artists and is diverse in all styles.  She thrives off original, interesting ideas where she can create art that is timeless, something that suits you and is unique.

Juan

ORIGIN: Colombia
EXPERIENCE: 13 Years Tattooing
LOCATION:Townsville
SPECIALITY: Illustrative Black & grey Traditional, Full Scale Colour, Neo Traditional

Juan is an extremely talented artist who is originally from Colombia. He has worked in multiple countries along side world-renowned artists which has played a massive role in developing his skills and own unique style. Specialising in illustrative black and grey, traditional and full scale colour/ neo traditional allows him to bring any idea to life.

Austin

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 6 years
LOCATION:Cairns
SPECIALITY: Black and grey, Custom Script, Lettering

Beginning his career on the Gold Coast his passion for street art took him to the world of tattooing. With a strong passion for custom lettering, script and black & grey tattooing Austin can create a truly unique tattoo with whatever vision and idea you may have.

Sammi - Black Temple Tattoo Cairns & Townsville

Sammi

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 3 Years
LOCATION:Townsville
SPECIALITY: Trad, Black and Grey,Colour, Floral, Script and Line Work

Sam is was our OG apprentice in our Townsville studio joining us shortly after opening in 2021 and excelling through her apprenticeship to be the fastest qualified apprentice we’ve ever had. Upon completing this she has focused her speciality in colour, Neo Trad, script, black & grey, floral and all things bold lines.  Sammi is capable of all small to large scale pieces. She is a well rounded artist for all styles who enjoys collaborating with her clients, always ensuring they leave with exactly what they want!

Corey - Black Temple Tattoo Cairns & Townsville

Freddy

ORIGIN: NZ
EXPERIENCE: 20+ Years Tattooing
LOCATION:Cairns & Townsville
SPECIALITY: Polynesian, Black and Grey, Colour and Tribal

Freddy is a Samoan man from New Zealand specialising in Polynesian, but a jack of all trades. Freddy is well known for his ability to bring any idea to life and master any style. As one of our more experienced artist Freddy is a fast tattooist being able to finish a whole sleeve in day without sacrificing quality!

Freddy - Black Temple Tattoo Cairns & Townsville

Mia Jane

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 5 Years Tattooing
LOCATION: Townsville
SPECIALITY: Realism, Fine Line and Water Colour

Mia began tattooing in 2018 knowing from a young age that she had a passion and fascination for the industry. Mia is continuously pushing to improve her style and learn more about the craft. She works in many styles but has a passion for black and grey realism as well as fine line and watercolour pieces.

Mark

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 10+ Years Tattooing
LOCATION:Cairns
SPECIALITY: Black and Grey, Realism, Portraits and Illustrative

Mark has been a professional artist working in animation, computer games, concept art and other areas before moving into the world of tattooing. He has tattooed in Canberra, Byron bay, Gold Coast and now Cairns.  Specialising in portraits and black and grey realism, he has the ability to tattoo in any style and works closely with clients to produce the tattoo they are looking for. 

Cawi

ORIGIN: Spain
EXPERIENCE: 15 Years Tattooing
LOCATION: Townsville
SPECIALITY: Fine Line, Realism, Neo-Traditional & Traditional Tattoos

Since his beginnings he has studied different styles of tattoos, achieving a skill to please any requirement of his clients. Throughout his career he has had the opportunity to tattoo in different countries in Latin America, Central America and Europe with great artists who have contributed their knowledge to make him a tattoo artist with integrity, qualified and passionate about his art. With effort and dedication in each tattoo done, he continues to learn day by day, understanding that he always has something to add to his learning.

Alice

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 1 Year
(Apprentice)
LOCATION:Cairns

Born and raised in Cairns, Alice grew up with a passion and talent for art on all mediums. Specifically working with vibrant colours, intricate fine lines and focusing on depicting animals. 

Mio

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 1 Year
(Apprentice)
LOCATION: Townsville

Mio, a former art and Japanese teacher, decided to pursue creativity in the form of tattoo art. Ambitious to excel in diverse tattoo styles, her goal is to become a versatile artist. Influenced deeply by Japanese heritage, she is passionate about creating colourful traditional and anime-inspired tattoos. With a commitment to high standards, Mio is dedicated to constant growth, aiming to exceed client expectations.

Sean

ORIGIN: Ireland
EXPERIENCE: 13 Years Tattooing
LOCATION:Townsville
SPECIALITY: Linework, Blackwork & Traditional

Sean is an Irish born artist who has been tattooing in Australia for 4 years. He has a background in classical animation which lead to his love of line work, blackwork and traditional tattooing.  Sean loves freehand work which creates one off beautiful tattoos for his clients. 

Jamie - Black Temple Tattoo Cairns & Townsville

Jamie

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 10+ Years Tattooing
LOCATION:Cairns
SPECIALITY: Black & Grey, Portraits, Traditional, Geo, Neo Trad

Jamie is originally from Portland Victoria and is now settled down in Cairns as a family man. Jamie is a very diverse artist, he loves anything black and grey.  He loves original designs and is always keen to listen to your ideas and creative a unique and stunning tattoo

David

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 1 Year
(Apprentice)
LOCATION: Cairns

David comes from a background in oil painting both realism and surealism. He is interested in being proficient in all styles of tattooing, however, is aiming to specialise in colour realism and black and white realism.

Nikki

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 3 Years (Senior Apprentice)
LOCATION:Townsville


Nikki has always had a love of drawing and is hyped to have turned her love of art into a career. She has a passion for cute anime style designs and brightly coloured neo traditional.
Nikki is excited to explore these areas but always happy to work with clients to give them the piece they’ve always wanted.

Cedar

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 3 Years (Senior Apprentice)
4 Years Cosmetic Tattooist
LOCATION: Cairns

Cedar has come from a cosmetic tattoo background being double certified in brow tattooing, specialising in microblading, combination brows and ombré brows, She has since moved into the world of tattooing and has fallen in love with portrait drawings, hyper realism and dark lettering / black work.  Cedar has Recently relocated from the Gold Coast to Cairns to be trained, since making the move she has excelled in more art mediums and now continues to grow in the tattoo industry.

Beau

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 2 Years
LOCATION:Townsville

Beau has had a keen interest for art, tattoos and the tattoo industry throughout his life. Whilst having a fond interest in Traditional, he is hoping to have exposure to variety of different styles. Allowing him to develop his skills and knowledge, to become a well rounded artist, capable of providing future clients the best possible outcomes for their tattoos.

Mat The Rippa

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 2 Years
(Senior Apprentice)
LOCATION: Cairns

Having a passion for all things visual arts I’ve landed this tattoo apprenticeship here in Cairns. Im super keen on all things bold and  colourful especially traditional, neo traditional and new school but I won’t be limiting myself too. Im super exited about this journey of my life and can’t wait to see where it takes me. So come down to the shop say g’day.

Aaron

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 8 Years Tattooing
LOCATION:Townsville
SPECIALITY: Colour,Neo-Trad, Large Scale Pieces, Bold Lines and Japanes,

Aaron started tattooing 6 years ago in the Whitsundays, has worked alongside some of the industries top tier artists from around Australia and internationally recognised guest artists, starting  his apprenticeship in various different tattoo studios where “walk in “style tattooing helped refine and adapt to the fast paced growing industry it is today. Aaron has a passion and specialises in large scale freehand illustrations influenced and inspired by Japanese tattooing and culture. also had the privilege of being mentored by one of Australia’s best freehand artists, he continues to follow in these footsteps and refine this tattooing style with a modern day approach.

Corey - Black Temple Tattoo Cairns & Townsville

Corey

ORIGIN: Aus
EXPERIENCE: 14+ Years Tattooing
LOCATION:Cairns
SPECIALITY: Neo Trad, Colour Realism, Black & Grey, Realism

Corey is originally born and Bred in cairns he then went over to Canada to learn how to tattoo, after 7 years coming back to Australia. Corey is an enthusiastic and open tattooist, he is keen to hear your ideas and bring them to life. Over the years of tattooing he has picked up many skills and has diverse knowledge in all tattoo styles

VANISH TATTOO REMOVAL clinic

Vanish Tattoo Removal Clinics are exclusively focused on quality laser tattoo removal. Located within Blvk Temple Tattoo is a seperate specialised clinical room where Vanish Tattoo Removal operates from. We are committed to being the best at what we do, offering the most advanced equipment and techniques as well as qualified practitioners. We make the process of fading, partial or complete removal as safe and as effective as possible with minimal discomfort.

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