Talisman Tattoo

Dragged up in York, Gareth (G) Unwin has been inking across this historic city for over 22 years - and counting! More than 13 years ago, he opened Talisman because he wanted to build a personal studio that's as welcoming as your favorite York pub, but with needles instead of pints — a creative place he could be himself. Ditching the outdated stereotypes while keeping the fun, cheeky spirit alive - think edgy creativity with zero attitude. Our talented team covers all styles of tattooing, from hyper-realistic portraits and intricate black & grey to bold traditional, vibrant colour work, fine-line delicacies, geometric madness, cover-ups that save the day, and everything in between. Whether you're dreaming up a one-of-a-kind custom masterpiece that tells your story or popping in for a quick walk-in that still gets the full VIP treatment, we pour the same passion into every line. Expect highly artistic, built-to-last tattoos, sparkling clean setups (we're borderline obsessive about hygiene), honest chats (sometimes it's not what you want to hear), killer value, and results that make you go "damn, that's me!" We love exceeding expectations - because why settle for good when you can leave buzzing? As a proper local crew right in the heart of York, we're here for first-timers shaking with nerves, loyal regulars, tourists chasing inkspiration, and everyone who wants ink done right. Swing by 26-28 Walmgate - walk-ins welcome (when the chairs are free!), or hit us up to brainstorm your next epic piece. Let's make some magic you'll wear forever. (Pro tip: Bring good vibes - we'll match 'em with great tattoos. See you soon!)