Inkwell Tattoo Studio · Kuala Lumpur · By appointment
Made to be worn
for life.
A private, appointment-only studio in Kuala Lumpur. We work exclusively on custom designs — every piece is drawn for your body, your story, and no one else's.
Booking status
Now booking · Q3 sessions
A tattoo is permanent. The way we work is built around that — slow, sterile, and entirely about you.
01
100% custom designs
Nothing is flash. Every piece is drawn from scratch for you — your references, your placement, your intent. We do not duplicate designs.
02
Licensed & medical-grade hygiene
Operating under a valid local authority licence. Single-use needles, autoclave-sterilised equipment, and clinical-grade barriers on every surface.
03
Private, appointment-only studio
No walk-ins, no waiting room crowd. You get the artist's full attention in a calm, one-client environment from start to finish.
04
Free first consult
Every project begins with a no-obligation consult — we talk design, sizing, placement, and timeline before a single line is committed. No pressure.
02 / The styles
Find the style
that is yours.
Four disciplines, three resident artists. Tap a style to see who leads it and what to budget for your session.
The style
Fine-line
Delicate single-needle work with razor-thin lines, minimal shading, and a quiet precision that reads beautifully at any scale. Popular for botanicals, script, constellations, and portrait outlines. Heals to a refined, almost sketched quality.
Resident artist
Aiden Lau
Starting from
RM 280
Typical session
2–5 hrs, depending on complexity
All prices are estimates. Final quote after your free consult.
03 / The studio
Built for the work.
Nothing else.
A calm, sterile one-room studio where the only appointment is yours. No shared stations, no background noise, no rush. Just focused work in a space built around the practice of tattooing.
Est. 2015
A decade of custom work
Kuala Lumpur
By-appointment studio
1-on-1
Private client sessions only
04 / The artists
The hands behind the ink.
Each resident artist specialises in a discipline. Your consult will match you to the right hand for your piece.
Aiden Lau
Founder · Resident artist
Aiden works exclusively in single-needle fine-line. Known for botanical and architectural subjects. 8 years in the craft, trained in Taipei before returning to KL.
Priya Rajan
Resident artist
Priya's realism work sits between a photograph and a painting. Portraits, wildlife, and macro florals. Clients travel from Penang and Singapore for her waiting list.
Marcus Yee
Resident artist
Marcus built his name on bold traditional flash before expanding into graphic blackwork. Sharp, confident, and disarmingly fast without ever cutting corners.
05 / How it works
From idea to permanence.
Four stages, designed to make sure you love what you carry for the rest of your life.
Consult
We start with a free conversation — your references, your body, your story. No commitment until you're certain. This is where ideas become a direction.
Custom design
Your artist draws the piece for your specific placement. You see the design before anything touches skin, and you have input at every stage.
Session
Private, unhurried, and focused. The studio is yours for the duration. We work to the timeline the piece deserves — not the clock on the wall.
Aftercare
We provide written aftercare instructions and a follow-up check-in at 4 weeks. Touch-ups within the first year are included at no extra charge.
06 / Before you book
Straight answers.
Does getting a tattoo hurt?
Honestly, yes — but the level varies enormously by placement and individual tolerance. Ribs, elbows, and hands are the sharpest; upper arms and thighs are typically the easiest. Your artist will pace the session around you. Most clients describe it as manageable discomfort, not unbearable pain.
How much deposit do I need, and how is pricing calculated?
A non-refundable deposit of RM 150 secures your slot and goes toward the final price. Pricing is set per session after your consult — it depends on size, placement, and style. We will give you a clear quote at the consultation, with no surprise charges on the day.
Are touch-ups included?
Yes. Touch-ups within the first year of your tattoo are included at no extra charge. Skin heals differently on everyone, and we want your piece to look exactly as it was designed. Just WhatsApp us and we will schedule a short session.
What does aftercare look like?
We provide printed aftercare instructions after every session. The short version: keep it clean, moisturised, and out of direct sun for the first two to three weeks. Avoid soaking (swimming, long baths) until it has fully healed. We check in with you at four weeks to see how it is settling.
Do I need to bring ID?
Yes — a valid Malaysian IC or passport is required for all clients. By law we cannot tattoo anyone under 18, and we take this seriously. Please bring your ID to every appointment.
Still have questions? WhatsApp the studio — we will answer honestly before you book a single thing.
● Like Inkwell? Yours, in days.
We will adapt this template to your brand — free.
Pick Inkwell, send us your brief, and we build your version in 2-3 days. RM 399 a year if you keep it. Walk away if not.
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