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Experience
Featuring the most renowned tattoo artists in Perth. Primitive Tattoo Shop was established in 1997. Here you'll be able to select from the most professional tattoo artist and also guests artists who are experienced in different genres with a collective of 93 years of tattoing experience.
Design
Primitive Tattoo Shop is renowned as the most respected and artful custom design tattoo shop in Perth. Our tattoo artist in Perth specialise in different styles of tattooing which you can select from. We do our best to make your tattoo and adornments a memorable lifetime experience.
Attention
At Primitive Tattoo Shop we give the utmost attention to our clients while getting the tattoo done. Most of our clients thank us for the good experience and attention received whilst getting tattoo work done. We pride ourselves on providing the best service and ambience and we are sure that you will be back to enjoy our service again.
ART GALLERY
Marc Pinto
Who is Marc Pinto?
An Entrepreneur, a social advocate, and an internationally renowned tattoo artist, with over 26 years of experince in the industry. Marc Pinto has earned multiples accreditations in tattooing and piercing. He is mostly renowned for his Traditional Hand (Tebori) Japanese Tattooing, which attracts enthusiasts far and wide to come to Perth to get the tattoo work done.
What are his core notable Art?
He is highly sought for his Japanese designs, such as Buddha, Dragons, Koi, Hanya, Samurai, Japanese flowers, and full back and full body work. His Polynesian-inspired 100% freehand work can be found published in a number of international tattoo magazines.
What inspired him?
He was inspired by his late grandfather’s stories from North Borneo, about living with the Dayaks and their traditional hand tattooing techniques. He did his first tattoo at the age of 15 and since then have travelled extensively in Borneo and around the world to learn more about life and art and culture.
OUR BLOG POSTS
Tattoo Warriors
Interestingly the legend of Kintaro happens to be based on actual historical military history, which dates back to the 10th century. The lege
Tiger Meaning
The tiger is one of the most revered animals across many European and Asian cultures. In Japan, the tiger is one of the few animals that are
Japanese Mythology on Old Edo Period
Right up until the Edo period, which is between 1600-1868, the purpose of a tattoo was symbolism and as a mark, and not really for imagery pu
The Significance of Samurai Tattoos
Samurai tattoos are immensely popular across Japan amongst those who admire the culture. While it isn’t a mainstream tattoo like the tiger
Dragon Meaning
In Western culture, the dragon symbolizes ferocity, wealth and strength. Dragons are often seen as a force for destruction and may at times b
Koi Meaning
In the majority of Japanese culture, the Koi fish is a representation of a spiritual and material balance or abundance. Since these are fish,
Geisha meaning
The Geisha tattoo is perhaps one of the more unique tattoos you can get, especially because it is often misunderstood as being a woman of the
Hannya meaning
Hannya tattoos are one of the most popular amongst people seeking a Japanese themed tattoo. The tattoo usually bears a similarity to the west
Origin of Japanese -Tebori tattooing
Tebori tattooing is just one of the many traditional styles of Japanese tattoos. However, the process of a Tebori tattoo requires that the ar
Seasons as Background Art Via Flowers
Flowers play a major role in traditional Japanese tattoos. Many times flowers like Sakura aka Cherry Blossoms are added as a symbol to alread
Flowers (Chrysanthemums, Peonies, &Maple Leaves)
Japanese Flower tattoos are quite popular. They may be drawn on their own but can also be included as a part of another composition. Whether
Oni Japanese Tattoo
More than just intricate inkwork done on the body, many tattoos are symbols with deep historical beliefs and myths linked to their meaning an
Daruma Japanese tattoo
In recent times, tattoos have become more of a fashion trend drawn mostly for their beauty and sometimes to make a statement. However, this h
Foo Dog Tattoo
The Foo Dog otherwise called the Shi Shi or Fu Dog is an ancient mythical creature pictured with a signature curly mane and a menacing curl.
Fudo-myoo
If you like artistic tattoos with deep cultural meaning and mythological significance, the Fudo Myoo is one of the top choices to consider. T
Kirin Tattoo
One of the very interesting but lesser-known Asian mythological characters is the Kirin. This mythological creature and its numerous depictio
Dragon Koi
The very colorful dragon koi tattoo is one of the most iconic symbols in traditional Asian culture. They are distinct and recognizable and th
Maneki Neko
If you have ever entered a Japanese or Chinese restaurant or gift shop at some point, you have probably spotted a Maneki Neko statue at some
Phoenix Japanese Tattoo
There are a few tattoos that have as much significant history as they are a fashion trend as the phoenix tattoo. The Phoenix tattoo is one th
Japanese bodysuit traditions
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If you like a large Japanese or tribal tattoo, I am here to help you achieve your desired piece. Tattooing is my passion and I’ll be happy to create a custom piece just for you. Send me your visual ideas and let’s chat.
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