JASPER REY
‘COLOUR | BLACK & GREY | FINE-LINE CONTEMPORARY’
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A tattoo goes beyond just being art; it holds a piece of someone’s life story.
If I were to write down all the tattoo stories I’ve had the privilege to share in, it would fill an entire library. My joy comes in collaborating with people to create art that they will enjoy for the rest of their lives.
The creative spark for tattooing began as a young boy growing up in the Philippines - from seeing my dad’s charcoal portraits around our house, to being amazed as a teenager by the tattooed skaters I hung out with.
After moving to NZ, my mentors Stevie and Monique Mataga first introduced me to the artistry in 2011. They helped me to hone my skills and grow a deep love for the craft. That love led me to operate my own studio in Auckland for just under 7 years, before recently relocating to the South Island with my beautiful wife.
Currently, my focus is to create contemporary nature-based tattoos that reflect the splendour of God’s creation. I'm always looking to grow as an artist by collaborating with others who are excited to wear something unique.
I look forward to hearing from you!
With gratitude,
Jasper Andres
