New Dawn Tattoo Studio

Award-Winning Tattoos & Piercings in Newtownabbey, Belfast

Expert tattoo artistry, piercing services, and professional training all under one roof.

About Us

Ink Meets Passion. Art Meets Skin.

Welcome to New Dawn Tattoo Studio, a friendly, family-run studio in the heart of Newtownabbey, just outside Belfast. With over 50 years of combined experience, our multi-award-winning artists create custom tattoos and professional piercings in a welcoming, council-approved environment.

At New Dawn, quality, safety, and creativity come first. Whether it’s your first tattoo or your next masterpiece, you’ll enjoy a relaxed, respectful experience from consultation to completion.

IMPECCABLE TATTOO QUALITY

Impeccable tattoo quality with bold lines, fine detail, and lasting impact.

USING THE BEST & HYGIENIC EQUIPMENT

Using the best, safest, and 100% hygienic equipment for a clean and professional tattoo experience.

EXPERIENCED ARTIST

Experienced artists dedicated to precision, creativity, and delivering tattoos that tell your story.

WORKING HOURS

MONDAY

10.00-18.00

TUESDAY

10.00-18.00

WEDNESDAY

10.00-18.00

THURSDAY

10.00-18.00

FRIDAY

10.00-18.00

WEEKEND

10.00-18.00

Late nights by appointment only

Services

WHAT WE DO

At New Dawn Tattoo Studio, our team offers a wide range of tattoo styles and techniques to suit every vision

Black and Grey Realism

Hyper-detailed, lifelike tattoos using only black and grey tones for bold depth and shading.

 

Portraiture

Realistic portraits capturing the essence of loved ones, celebrities, or icons in stunning detail.

 

Dotwork

Intricate designs created with thousands of tiny dots for texture, shading, and artistic depth.

 

Fine Line

Delicate, precise linework perfect for minimalistic designs with sharp, clean detail.

 

Colour Realism

Vibrant, true-to-life tattoos with rich colors and realistic imagery that stands out.

 

Traditional

Classic bold lines and bright colors—timeless tattooing rooted in American tradition.

 

Script

Beautiful lettering and calligraphy tailored to your personal message or phrase.

 

Chicano

Cultural expression through fine black and grey art, script, and powerful symbolic imagery.

 

 

Custom Flash & Cover-Ups

Unique pre-drawn designs and expert cover-ups to transform or refresh old ink with style.

 

Not sure which style is for you? Our artists are happy to guide you during a free consultation. We use only the highest-grade inks and equipment for the best results and safety.

Training Academy

Want to become a tattoo artist? Learn from the best at our professional tattoo training academy.

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SATISFY CUSTOMERS

Why Choose Us

ALWAYS PROVIDE SATISFACTORY WORK

Piercing Services

We also offer expert piercing services for all ages (under 18s with parental consent), using premium-quality products in a sterile, comfortable setting.

Some of Our

AMAZING ARTWORK

Our amazing artwork showcases bold designs and intricate details tailored to your unique style. We combine creativity and technique to deliver tattoos that truly stand out and inspire.

TESTIMONIALS

SEE WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US

JENNIFER KING Tattoo

Absolutely delighted with my tattoo. The entire experience from I 1st messaged until I walked out has been great. Amazing customer service, great communication, and fantastic health and safety. Really pleased with final outcome by Conor. Will definitely be back.

DANIEL RICHEY Tattoo

Got my first tattoo with Bruno and just finished my second. Absolutely fantastic. Not just as an artist but also as a person. The other artists there are all amazing aswell and couldn’t be nicer and more helpful. All tattoo quality is outstanding and a great atmosphere to be sat for hours on end. Highly recommend to anyone looking to get any design of tattoo. Unreal.

KELLY SPROULE Piercing

Outstanding service ! Rang after a piercing i’d got done (elsewhere) fell out. Brought me down straight away and fixed me right up. Knew their stuff and were so nice and friendly. Highly recommend! Will be going back for all my piercings !

Our Team

MEET THE TEAM

Get to know the award-winning artists at New Dawn Tattoo Studio:

Tom Kerr

Black & Grey Realism | Portraiture | Dotwork

About Me

Tom’s masterful shading and detailed portraiture make him a top choice for lifelike, expressive tattoos.

Bruno Perez

Black & Grey Realism | Fine Line | Portraiture

About Me

Blending classic realism with modern fine line work, Bruno is known for subtle, striking tattoos.

Debbie Gee

Black & Grey | Colour | Flash

About Me

From bold colour to classic black and grey, Debbie’s custom flash pieces are truly one-of-a-kind.

Jane Armstrong

Fine Line | Flash

About Me

Jane specialiSes in elegant, minimalist designs and bright, eye-catching flash tattoos.

Darren Miller

Colour Realism | Black & Grey Realism | Traditional

About Me

Darren’s expertise covers everything from traditional styles to photorealistic tattoos.

Conor Hickey

Script | Black & Grey | Flash

About Me

Conor is your go-to for stunning script, bold black and grey work, and unique flash designs.

Connor Ferran - Script | Black & Grey | Chicano Tattoo Style artist at New Dawn Studio in Belfast

Conor Ferran

Script | Black & Grey | Chicano

About Me

Conor’s Chicano and script tattoos stand out for their detail and style.

Darren Miller

Colour Realism | Black & Grey Realism | Traditional

About Me

Darren’s expertise covers everything from traditional styles to photorealistic tattoos.

Conor Hickey

Script | Black & Grey | Flash

About Me

Conor is your go-to for stunning script, bold black and grey work, and unique flash designs.

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