Mara Vale
Delicate, intentional work with a focus on natural forms and considered placement.
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Custom tattooing · North Coast
Original work.
Made to stay.
Custom tattooing shaped around your ideas, your style and the way you want to wear it.
The artists
Find the right hand for your idea.
Luca Grey
Bold compositions, strong negative space and pieces drawn for the body they live on.
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Expressive linework and quietly distinctive ideas refined through collaboration.
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Drawn for one person.
The process
Clear from idea to aftercare.
- 01
Consultation
Share your idea, references, placement and budget with us.
- 02
Concept
Your artist develops an original direction made for you.
- 03
Tattoo session
We confirm placement, settle you in and work at your pace.
- 04
Aftercare
You leave with clear guidance and support while your piece heals.
The studio
Good work starts with trust.
Black Tide Tattoo is a fictional appointment-led studio designed around focus, comfort and privacy.
Every station is prepared to professional hygiene standards, all needles and cartridges are single-use, and your artist talks you through each step before the session begins.
Client notes
“Mara turned a loose idea into something that feels completely personal. The whole process was calm and considered.”
“Beautiful studio, clear communication and exceptional work. I felt looked after from the first email.”
Before you book
Questions,
answered.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your idea, preferred artist, placement and approximate size. We’ll reply with availability and the next steps.
Do you take walk-ins?
We are appointment-led so every piece gets the right time and preparation. Same-day spaces are occasionally shared on our studio channels.
How should I prepare?
Eat well, hydrate, avoid alcohol the day before and wear comfortable clothing that gives easy access to the placement.
What about aftercare?
Your artist will explain aftercare before you leave and provide simple written guidance suited to your tattoo.
Find us
Black Tide Tattoo
Level 2, 8 Driftwood Lane
Salt Rock, KwaZulu-Natal
studio@blacktide.example 032 000 0224 Fictional demonstration contact details.