Est. 2015

10+ years of premium CUSTOM tattoo in Avondale

SPECIALISTS IN REALISM, FINE LINE, NEO TRADITIONAL AND MORE

CAIN is an established tattoo studio based in Avondale, Auckland.
For over a decade, our studio has focused exclusively on premium custom tattoo work, with an emphasis on realism, fine line, and dark illustrative styles.
Every tattoo is designed through consultation and executed by highly experienced artists, with a strong focus on quality, longevity, and detail.

  • "Fantastic team and a cool space. I have been going to Chris for my body art for 17yrs and wouldn't go anywhere else. " ★★★★★

    — Leash Walker

  • "I went there with my family and we all got the same tattoo. It was a good atmosphere and the guys are very friendly and welcoming. They did an amazing job and the tattoos look exactly how we wanted it, super fine and thin. Awesome! We are happy! Thank you!" ★★★★★

    — Isabel Reigl

  • Great team of friendly staff, good atmosphere in the studio & great work!

    — JH

  • "I got my first tattoo today in memory of my Dad... It was a great experience. I was comfortable throughout & left with exactly what I wanted! I'm so happy with the whole experience, I'd highly recommend this studio to anyone... I'm already planning my next tattoo..." ★★★★★

    — Tracey Grey

  • "Very friendly staff, great music, great vibes and great tattoos." ★★★★★

    — Ben Cresswell

  • "Absolutely love this studio and the team! Everyone is very welcoming and super professional. I’ve had multiple pieces from each artist and I am 110% going to continue to get more from here. Highly recommend 10/10." ★★★★★

    — Hannah McDowell

  • "Went here on blind faith based on Chris' portfolio. Decided to put him in charge of helping me create a sleeve. 34 hours of work later, & I couldn't be more STOKED!!! Chris and the team are good dudes and I really enjoyed getting know them. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this shop & I'm lookin forward to seeing them again in the future!" ★★★★★

    — Brandon Odonnell

  • "Amazing job of covering up a ‘bad decision ‘ Thank you so much! Incredibly happy with the result!" ★★★★★

    — Joanna Lockwood

  • "would highly recommend chris and his team, chris tattooed my dedication piece, a portrait of my beloved. he captured my handsome perfectly. many thanks..." ★★★★★

    — Inei Dhedadig

  • "Got my first tattoo today! Loved the service and loved my tattoo. Seems like a fake review but that is honestly how I feel about it. During the process of getting my tattoo I felt very comfortable and relaxed. Enjoyed the company of the person who did my tattoo do not remember his name but he was a down to earth guy and was a cool guy to talk to. 10/10" ★★★★★

    — Joe Folau

  • "Chris is the man ... for the first or the 50th tattoo ... Cain tattoo studio is the place to go to.." ★★★★★

    — Khalid Al Suwaha

  • "Talented artists! Great atmosphere and 5star service! Check em out - you wont be disappointed!!!" ★★★★★

    — Tuigamala Andy Tauafiafi