TATTOO STUDIO IN TURIN - HARDTIMES TATTOO
Established in 2011, Hardtimes Tattoo is a tattoo and piercing studio located in Vanchiglia, a lively neighbourhood in the heart of Turin, Italy.
Our studio brings together experienced tattoo artists specialising in different styles, including American traditional, Japanese traditional, fine line, lettering, blackwork and ornamental tattooing.
Over the years, Hardtimes Tattoo has welcomed guest artists from Italy and abroad, creating a space where different approaches to tattooing meet.
We welcome both appointments and walk-ins, subject to availability.
OUR TATTOO STYLES
At Hardtimes Tattoo, our resident and guest artists work across a wide range of tattoo styles, each with its own history, techniques and visual language.
Our specialisations include:
American Traditional – Bold outlines, solid colours and classic imagery rooted in the history of Western tattooing.
Japanese Traditional – Large-scale compositions inspired by the traditions and iconography of Japanese tattooing.
Fine Line – Delicate designs created with thin, precise lines.
Lettering & Chicano – Custom lettering, ornamental scripts and black-and-grey compositions.
Blackwork & Engraving – Designs based on strong contrasts, detailed linework and engraving-inspired techniques.
Geometric & Ornamental – Geometric patterns, mandalas, ornamental compositions and tribal-inspired designs.
Our team covers a wide variety of tattoo styles and techniques, from traditional approaches to contemporary tattooing.
Alongside our artists’ original designs and available flash, we also offer custom tattooing, creating individual pieces based on each client’s ideas and preferences.
Whatever style you have in mind, our team will help you find the right artist for your project.
