I’m Stuart, the owner and main artist behind Ritual Ink studio. We are a small family run business who are passionate about going beyond traditional tattooing and offering ceremonial artistry that honors life's pivotal moments and personal transformations.

Hand poke tattoos have an ancient lineage that spans thousands of years. This method involves manually inserting ink into the skin using a hand-held tool, creating a slower and more intentional process compared to the rapid nature of machine tattoos.

The hand poke technique is renowned for its gentle approach, causing less trauma to the skin compared to the rapid puncturing of a tattoo gun. This slower and quieter method allows for a more deliberate and connected approach suitable to ceremonial markings.