Meet Our Artists

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    SG Ink (Safak)

    Şafak is the co-owner of Next Door Tattoos and our Senior Resident Artist. He specializes in Realism, Micro-Realism, fine line, illustrative, and black & grey tattoos. He is particularly drawn to themes inspired by the natural world, including plants, botanicals, animals, and nature.

    In addition to his tattoo work, Şafak is a contemporary artist and an award-winning oil painter, bringing his extensive knowledge and expertise to all of his designs.

    You can view his work HERE.

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    Nesrin Kara

    Nesrin is a visual artist and tattoo artist from Mersin, Turkey. She specializes in color tattoos, expertly applying them to designs ranging from watercolor and illustrative to hyper-realistic and beyond.

    With a strong focus on botanical and animal tattoos, particularly birds, Nesrin is the ideal choice if you're looking to add vibrant color to your skin. She is also highly skilled in cover-ups, making her an excellent option for those looking to transform or enhance existing tattoos.

    Check out her work HERE.

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    Kardia Ink

    Kira is a handpoke artist whose work is a psychedelic reflection of land, water, and earthly structures. Her abstract approach honours the body’s natural shape, creating organic and intentional designs. Passionate about self-expression and authenticity, she provides a compassionate and safe space to explore ideas and intentions that honor both the body and the vision.
    Check out her work HERE.

Our door is always open to visiting artists.

If you are a tattoo artist and are interested in a guest spot, please fill out our enquiry form.

We can’t wait to hear from you!