20 Reviews

Underground Arts Tattoo Studio

Wellington, Wellington
General Info
Started in 1994, Underground Arts is a well respected Tattoo Studio in Wellington's Central Business District. We specialize in one off creations and original pieces, however, we cater to all styles of tattooing. We also share our space with The National Tattoo Museum of New Zealand. We don't do piercing, regardless of the Facebook category.
Reviews
Leanna Kivalu
11 Jul 2018
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If anyone is looking for a good tattoo artist in Wellington Matt works at Underground Arts Tattoo and he is very talented. This is the tattoo he had done for me. I just gave him the ideas I wanted for... Read More
If anyone is looking for a good tattoo artist in Wellington Matt works at Underground Arts Tattoo and he is very talented. This is the tattoo he had done for me. I just gave him the ideas I wanted for my tattoo and it turned out amazing! Read Less
Donelle Hall
9 Jul 2018
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Always professional and incredibly creative and artistic Matt Ford does amazing work, highly recommended!!!
Laura Douglas
1 Apr 2018
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Absolutely in love with my new tattoo. Tattooist really knew what he was doing both in creating the design and with the needlework. Very personable and supportive, will recommend to everyone!
Annie Gold
13 Feb 2018
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Thanks to tattoo artist Matt’s amazing talent I now have a great personal piece of artwork. After having a bad experience at Union Tattoo due to bad costumer service and lack of interest in what they ... Read More
Thanks to tattoo artist Matt’s amazing talent I now have a great personal piece of artwork. After having a bad experience at Union Tattoo due to bad costumer service and lack of interest in what they are tattooing I went to UA. Matt took his time to explain everything and to tell what is possible and what to avoid. He showed me his recent art works, which are all gorgeous and very detailed. On the day of getting tattooed Matt took very good care of hygiene. He showed me the needle before getting started and explained all the steps very carefully and understandable. I liked his ambition and perfectionism. The whole time I felt very comfortable. What a shame I can’t give him a 6th star... Read Less
Blair H
21 Jan 2018
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I had been planning on getting a couple of personal Tatt's for a long time. During a boring Public Holiday i placed a quick phone call to 'Underground Arts' and within an hour i was booked and good t... Read More
I had been planning on getting a couple of personal Tatt's for a long time. During a boring Public Holiday i placed a quick phone call to 'Underground Arts' and within an hour i was booked and good to go. Steve's attention to detail far surpassed my expectations, and the teams helpful advice and friendly natures guarantees a repeat visit! Read Less
Letitia Harrison
9 Jan 2018
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100% recommend! Everyone is always smiling and welcoming love coming and getting my tattoos from Matt! Amazing tattooist!
Anthony Moses
23 Dec 2017
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Awesome atmosphere I felt real comfortable epic results definitely going back
Lena Carlsson
1 Aug 2017
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Had an amazing koru tattoo made by Steve � I get compliments wherever I travel around the world for it. But more important, I love it. It was my first, but of course not my last.
Sammy O'Donnell
26 Jul 2017
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Underground tattoo studios is amazing! Such good vibes and such good people and talented tattoo artist! Matts amazing! Super passionate about his work which makes the experience so special, such an am... Read More
Underground tattoo studios is amazing! Such good vibes and such good people and talented tattoo artist! Matts amazing! Super passionate about his work which makes the experience so special, such an amazing artist and made me super comfortable and gave me a perfect tattoo and made sure it was flawless it's even better what I could imagine! Thanks Matt and underground tattoo studio! � will definitely be back again! Read Less
Amy Miller
17 Jul 2017
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2 tattoos in 2 days all because of Matt's absolute talent 👌🏼
Sally Milton
24 May 2017
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Matt made me feel so comfortable and at ease with my first tattoo � he did an awesome job and I'm over the moon with it!
Teresa Green
14 May 2017
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Steve is an amazing artist who has tattooed his beautifully sexy work on me a number of time and all in very intimate places on my body. I was initially a bit worried as any woman would be due to both... Read More
Steve is an amazing artist who has tattooed his beautifully sexy work on me a number of time and all in very intimate places on my body. I was initially a bit worried as any woman would be due to both the nature and placement of the art. However, Steve was extremely professional right throughout each and every session and showed me nothing but the utmost respect. Steve is an incredible artist and a very genuine good person who has truly earned his place among NZ's greatest artists. Huge thanks and respect to everyone at Underground Arts. ��� Read Less
Chardayne Tanuvasa-Kamo
11 May 2017
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Legend! Went in to get my second tattoo done by Matt! I didn't give him much information of what I wanted but he exceeded my expectations with the design he made for me! He made me feel very comfortab... Read More
Legend! Went in to get my second tattoo done by Matt! I didn't give him much information of what I wanted but he exceeded my expectations with the design he made for me! He made me feel very comfortable to the point it was like catching up with a old friend! He has great abilities with free hand and design. I highly recommend him! Can't wait to get the finer detail done on my master piece! Thank You Matt! � Happy customer! Read Less
Arishma Baran
20 Feb 2017
REPORT
I came in to do my tatto with Matt he is one of the talented tattooist he know what you want and his designs are out of this world, he is a fun and most important caring guy who does the best tattoos,... Read More
I came in to do my tatto with Matt he is one of the talented tattooist he know what you want and his designs are out of this world, he is a fun and most important caring guy who does the best tattoos, if you ever wanna get your tat done go to Matt he won't disappoint you 😄 Read Less
Thomas Oldfield
12 Feb 2017
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Thanks Matt for starting my sleeve with an amazing 1/2 real 1/2 geometric wolf....can't wait to get it finished
Leroy Mark Dsouza
18 Jan 2017
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Matt ford!! One of the most sublime artists to grace Wellington with his amazing talent and out of this world illustration artist.. He is one of the few artist you can blindly trust and he will defini... Read More
Matt ford!! One of the most sublime artists to grace Wellington with his amazing talent and out of this world illustration artist.. He is one of the few artist you can blindly trust and he will definitely not disappoint.. Whether it be a concept you have in mind or just free styling this guy is the absolute best.. Got 2 pieces done by him and will definitely return for more.. Thank you Matt and underground arts you guys completely superseded my expectations.. Read Less
Astrid Thins
13 Jan 2017
REPORT
Yesterday, I went through an amazing journey , carving on my skin a meaningful tattoo for me. Ode of the wild nature of women and the wolf, Ode also to the magistral book "Women who run with Wolves", ... Read More
Yesterday, I went through an amazing journey , carving on my skin a meaningful tattoo for me. Ode of the wild nature of women and the wolf, Ode also to the magistral book "Women who run with Wolves", and Ode of an incredibly talented illustrator and tattoist Matt Ford, with I went through this journey of 8 hours of amazement and worth pain but always mindful and conscient. Long conversation about our roots, the history of Maori Tattoism, beautiful sharing. I am happy and extr...emely grateful. Thank you Matt, You are an amazing being :) #womanwhorunwithwolves #choosetheroadlesstraveled #meditationtattoo See More Read Less
Jason Dance
7 Jan 2017
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Namitesh Prashant
2 Jan 2017
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Inked for the first time..loved it..being at the expert hands of Matt Ford �. Glad to have found underground arts tattoo studio all the way from Fiji and holidays just got on of the best one.. highly ... Read More
Inked for the first time..loved it..being at the expert hands of Matt Ford �. Glad to have found underground arts tattoo studio all the way from Fiji and holidays just got on of the best one.. highly recommended tattoo studio.. ���� #mattford #inked #lovingit Read Less
Troy Saul
26 Sep 2016
REPORT
Very good I will be getting g more work done at underground art
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04-385 2185
187 Vivian Street
Wellington Wellington 6011
Business Hours
Monday
Mon
12:00PM-17:30PM
Tuesday
Tue
12:00PM-17:30PM
Wednesday
Wed
12:00PM-17:30PM
Thursday
Thu
12:00PM-17:30PM
Friday
Fri
12:00PM-20:00PM
Saturday
Sat
12:00PM-20:00PM
Sunday
Sun
12:00PM-17:30PM
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Underground Arts Tattoo Studio

Wellington, Wellington
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187 Vivian Street
Wellington Wellington 6011
Started in 1994, Underground Arts is a well respected Tattoo Studio in Wellington's Central Business District. We specialize in one off creations and original pieces, however, we cater to all styles of tattooing. We also share our space with The National Tattoo Museum of New Zealand. We don't do piercing, regardless of the Facebook category.
Monday
12:00PM-17:30PM
Tuesday
12:00PM-17:30PM
Wednesday
12:00PM-17:30PM
Thursday
12:00PM-17:30PM
Friday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Saturday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Sunday
12:00PM-17:30PM
Leanna Kivalu
11 Jul 2018
REPORT
If anyone is looking for a good tattoo artist in Wellington Matt works at Underground Arts Tattoo and he is very talented. This is the tattoo he had done for me. I just gave him the ideas I wanted for... Read More
If anyone is looking for a good tattoo artist in Wellington Matt works at Underground Arts Tattoo and he is very talented. This is the tattoo he had done for me. I just gave him the ideas I wanted for my tattoo and it turned out amazing! Read Less
Donelle Hall
9 Jul 2018
REPORT
Always professional and incredibly creative and artistic Matt Ford does amazing work, highly recommended!!!
Laura Douglas
1 Apr 2018
REPORT
Absolutely in love with my new tattoo. Tattooist really knew what he was doing both in creating the design and with the needlework. Very personable and supportive, will recommend to everyone!
Annie Gold
13 Feb 2018
REPORT
Thanks to tattoo artist Matt’s amazing talent I now have a great personal piece of artwork. After having a bad experience at Union Tattoo due to bad costumer service and lack of interest in what they ... Read More
Thanks to tattoo artist Matt’s amazing talent I now have a great personal piece of artwork. After having a bad experience at Union Tattoo due to bad costumer service and lack of interest in what they are tattooing I went to UA. Matt took his time to explain everything and to tell what is possible and what to avoid. He showed me his recent art works, which are all gorgeous and very detailed. On the day of getting tattooed Matt took very good care of hygiene. He showed me the needle before getting started and explained all the steps very carefully and understandable. I liked his ambition and perfectionism. The whole time I felt very comfortable. What a shame I can’t give him a 6th star... Read Less
Blair H
21 Jan 2018
REPORT
I had been planning on getting a couple of personal Tatt's for a long time. During a boring Public Holiday i placed a quick phone call to 'Underground Arts' and within an hour i was booked and good t... Read More
I had been planning on getting a couple of personal Tatt's for a long time. During a boring Public Holiday i placed a quick phone call to 'Underground Arts' and within an hour i was booked and good to go. Steve's attention to detail far surpassed my expectations, and the teams helpful advice and friendly natures guarantees a repeat visit! Read Less
Letitia Harrison
9 Jan 2018
REPORT
100% recommend! Everyone is always smiling and welcoming love coming and getting my tattoos from Matt! Amazing tattooist!
Anthony Moses
23 Dec 2017
REPORT
Awesome atmosphere I felt real comfortable epic results definitely going back
Lena Carlsson
1 Aug 2017
REPORT
Had an amazing koru tattoo made by Steve � I get compliments wherever I travel around the world for it. But more important, I love it. It was my first, but of course not my last.
Sammy O'Donnell
26 Jul 2017
REPORT
Underground tattoo studios is amazing! Such good vibes and such good people and talented tattoo artist! Matts amazing! Super passionate about his work which makes the experience so special, such an am... Read More
Underground tattoo studios is amazing! Such good vibes and such good people and talented tattoo artist! Matts amazing! Super passionate about his work which makes the experience so special, such an amazing artist and made me super comfortable and gave me a perfect tattoo and made sure it was flawless it's even better what I could imagine! Thanks Matt and underground tattoo studio! � will definitely be back again! Read Less
Amy Miller
17 Jul 2017
REPORT
2 tattoos in 2 days all because of Matt's absolute talent 👌🏼
Sally Milton
24 May 2017
REPORT
Matt made me feel so comfortable and at ease with my first tattoo � he did an awesome job and I'm over the moon with it!
Teresa Green
14 May 2017
REPORT
Steve is an amazing artist who has tattooed his beautifully sexy work on me a number of time and all in very intimate places on my body. I was initially a bit worried as any woman would be due to both... Read More
Steve is an amazing artist who has tattooed his beautifully sexy work on me a number of time and all in very intimate places on my body. I was initially a bit worried as any woman would be due to both the nature and placement of the art. However, Steve was extremely professional right throughout each and every session and showed me nothing but the utmost respect. Steve is an incredible artist and a very genuine good person who has truly earned his place among NZ's greatest artists. Huge thanks and respect to everyone at Underground Arts. ��� Read Less
Chardayne Tanuvasa-Kamo
11 May 2017
REPORT
Legend! Went in to get my second tattoo done by Matt! I didn't give him much information of what I wanted but he exceeded my expectations with the design he made for me! He made me feel very comfortab... Read More
Legend! Went in to get my second tattoo done by Matt! I didn't give him much information of what I wanted but he exceeded my expectations with the design he made for me! He made me feel very comfortable to the point it was like catching up with a old friend! He has great abilities with free hand and design. I highly recommend him! Can't wait to get the finer detail done on my master piece! Thank You Matt! � Happy customer! Read Less
Arishma Baran
20 Feb 2017
REPORT
I came in to do my tatto with Matt he is one of the talented tattooist he know what you want and his designs are out of this world, he is a fun and most important caring guy who does the best tattoos,... Read More
I came in to do my tatto with Matt he is one of the talented tattooist he know what you want and his designs are out of this world, he is a fun and most important caring guy who does the best tattoos, if you ever wanna get your tat done go to Matt he won't disappoint you 😄 Read Less
Thomas Oldfield
12 Feb 2017
REPORT
Thanks Matt for starting my sleeve with an amazing 1/2 real 1/2 geometric wolf....can't wait to get it finished
Leroy Mark Dsouza
18 Jan 2017
REPORT
Matt ford!! One of the most sublime artists to grace Wellington with his amazing talent and out of this world illustration artist.. He is one of the few artist you can blindly trust and he will defini... Read More
Matt ford!! One of the most sublime artists to grace Wellington with his amazing talent and out of this world illustration artist.. He is one of the few artist you can blindly trust and he will definitely not disappoint.. Whether it be a concept you have in mind or just free styling this guy is the absolute best.. Got 2 pieces done by him and will definitely return for more.. Thank you Matt and underground arts you guys completely superseded my expectations.. Read Less
Astrid Thins
13 Jan 2017
REPORT
Yesterday, I went through an amazing journey , carving on my skin a meaningful tattoo for me. Ode of the wild nature of women and the wolf, Ode also to the magistral book "Women who run with Wolves", ... Read More
Yesterday, I went through an amazing journey , carving on my skin a meaningful tattoo for me. Ode of the wild nature of women and the wolf, Ode also to the magistral book "Women who run with Wolves", and Ode of an incredibly talented illustrator and tattoist Matt Ford, with I went through this journey of 8 hours of amazement and worth pain but always mindful and conscient. Long conversation about our roots, the history of Maori Tattoism, beautiful sharing. I am happy and extr...emely grateful. Thank you Matt, You are an amazing being :) #womanwhorunwithwolves #choosetheroadlesstraveled #meditationtattoo See More Read Less
Jason Dance
7 Jan 2017
REPORT
Namitesh Prashant
2 Jan 2017
REPORT
Inked for the first time..loved it..being at the expert hands of Matt Ford �. Glad to have found underground arts tattoo studio all the way from Fiji and holidays just got on of the best one.. highly ... Read More
Inked for the first time..loved it..being at the expert hands of Matt Ford �. Glad to have found underground arts tattoo studio all the way from Fiji and holidays just got on of the best one.. highly recommended tattoo studio.. ���� #mattford #inked #lovingit Read Less
Troy Saul
26 Sep 2016
REPORT
Very good I will be getting g more work done at underground art
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