Vancouver Tattoo Guide 2025 — Everything You Need to Know Before Getting Inked

Choosing a tattoo in Vancouver starts with finding a design and artist that fit your story. Rain Ink Tattoo offers custom tattoo consultations in downtown Vancouver, with ideas ranging from fine-line and black-and-grey work to bold traditional and Asian-inspired designs.

Before your consultation, collect a few reference images and note the placement, approximate size, preferred colour direction, and any important meaning behind the design. Reference images are a starting point rather than a template. A custom design can be adjusted to suit your body, movement, and personal style.

Popular placements include sleeves, forearms, upper arms, backs, chests, and smaller pieces on the shoulder or calf. Larger tattoos usually need more planning, especially when several elements need to flow together. Your artist can help you compare size, detail, visibility, and the time needed for the project.

For a Vancouver tattoo consultation, email raininkvancouver@gmail.com. Please include your tattoo idea, reference images, preferred placement, and approximate size. Email is our preferred way to begin planning your custom tattoo.