Sting Studio Ottawa

10/01/2026

Super stoked on the results on this colored hanya mask in a samurai helmet. There's 5 shades of red in the mask to give it the dimension necessary for realism. Thanks again Dylan!

09/19/2026

Dolphin bites, nostril and Ashley piercing, all in one go!

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09/16/2026

All 3 freehand symbols of Quebec and Canada meshed together! Sisters and mother. Thanks Sera's fam!

08/28/2026

Black cat curled up inside planet Jupiter
Thanks Sarah.

2 months left until Sting Studio closes and relocates to somewhere in Quebec! Unless demand returns :)

08/27/2026

Couple of piercings done recently by Derrick :)

08/26/2026

What a world of a difference! Comparison between using the latest phone camera technology VS a real professional camera.

Thanks Carter for the patience :)

05/25/2026

How do you know you can have faith in your artist's freehand skills?
Derrick did this freehand+stencil combo piece of a dragon and peonies.
The key factors to look for is
A) Proven drawing expertise; sketchbooks, consistent past work, self-drawn flashes, the 'nub' on your phalanx middle or index finger always a good sign
B) Limitation self-awareness;
Has confidence via proven exercises in what they can draw as well as what they can't draw and won't budge to 'try' for a optimistic client
C) Can illustrate their ideas in words and a simple sketch; explains their concept with easy-to-understand instructions and can demonstrate this by mapping on paper
While none of this guarantees a 100% great outcome, it helps w**d out the 'fake it til you make it' from those who've made it and respect your results.
Finally, if the artist doesn't appear to be happy to do it, even with experience, then you're better to find someone happy for the right reasons. Artist alignment absolutely affects results like any craft.
Thanks again Kafela and hope to see you again soon :)

04/03/2026

Derrick is taking pokemon cards (if he approves) as a payment for tattoos! Let us know if you are interested. This awesome celebi was a trade for Sera!

By .monk.tattoos

04/02/2026

You’re never too old to get a tattoo! Jaques handled this anchor tattoo like a pro! Book with Derek to be handled the right way for your skin.

Tattoo by .monk.tattoos