Maryna
Fine Line & Microrealism Tattoo artist in Dublin, Ireland
I'm a tattoo artist based in Dublin, specialising in fine line and microrealism. I've been tattooing since autumn 2023, but my path here started much earlier.I spent around nine years studying art. First three years at art school, then four years at college training as an art teacher, with lots of academic drawing and painting. After that, I studied computer graphics for two more years at the Academy of Culture and Arts. And that's where I realised something important: I don't enjoy creating on a screen. I need to work with my hands and feel what I'm making.For a while, I stepped away from art completely and worked in sales and marketing. Then, once I'd rested and felt that creative spark again, I found tattooing. It was one of those moments when everything just clicks, and you know: this is it. Today tattooing is my passion, my work and my purpose, all in one.What I love most is the trust. Someone chooses to wear my drawing on their skin for the rest of their life, and that means a lot to me. I love working together with clients: you bring an idea or a story, and I turn it into something that feels like you, drawn in my own style. Every design is made from scratch, just for you.My academic background shaped my style more than anything else. I've always loved pencil drawing and graphic art, and what fascinates me most in tattooing is taking that same academic drawing and bringing it onto skin. I love it when you can notice a tiny stroke and feel the movement of the hand behind it. That touch of looseness is what makes a tattoo look deep and artistic, not just neat.This is also why I don't always draw every detail in the sketch beforehand. Some shading and texture come to life during the session, right on your skin, and that's where trust matters most. When clients tell me they came specifically for my strokes and textures, it truly means the world to me. It shows me that people are looking for more than just line work. They want something that feels hand-drawn, with a touch of sketch and academic drawing in it.I'm a perfectionist. After every session, I check the work closely under magnification, and I take healing just as seriously as the tattoo itself. For me, how a tattoo looks months later is the real measure of my work. Hygiene and safety are non-negotiable at every step.But a good tattoo is also about how you feel in the chair. I'm a talkative person and love getting to know people, though if you'd rather zone out, I'm just as happy to stay quiet. I know how hard it can be to trust someone with something important, so I want you to feel calm, safe and at home with me.If you'd like to book a session or share your idea, fill out the form below and I'll get back to you personally.BOOKING FORM
How i work
To keep everything organized and ensure no messages get lost, all communication and bookings are handled exclusively through email and the website contact form, rather than Instagram. Full details on the booking process can be found in the BOOKING FORM section.Once an idea is discussed via email and a date is secured with a deposit, the session is officially booked. I do not prepare designs in advance. Instead, sketching and adjustments are done in person on the day of the session. This in-person approach allows plenty of time to adapt the design beautifully to the anatomy and ensures that my full, exclusive focus is dedicated to the appointment.Pricing starts at €150. This is the studio's minimum setup fee covering up to the first hour of work, regardless of tattoo size; though this can occasionally vary depending on the season and current project priorities. Exact pricing is always confirmed during the initial inquiry.To secure a date, a non-refundable deposit is required - typically around 30% of the total, or a fixed fee for larger sessions. This covers the consultation time and reserves the spot in my calendar. If a reschedule is needed, the deposit remains valid as long as notice is given more than 7 days in advance before session. With less than 7 days' notice, the deposit is forfeited, and a new one will be required to book a new date.To ensure the best possible healing and results, tattoos are not performed on hands, fingers, feet, elbows, knees, intimate areas, or the entire head and neck area (including the face, ears, and inner lips). Additionally, cover-ups and touch-ups of other artists' work are generally outside my stylistic focus. Exceptions might be considered for heavily lasered tattoos that align well with my aesthetic; in such cases, submitting a photo alongside the inquiry is always welcome.
FAQ
BOOKING FORM
Booking is currently open in Dublin. Due to a limited working schedule, advance planning is recommended. When filling out the form below, it is crucial to double-check all contact details for accuracy and to provide as much comprehensive information about the idea as possible.The price of every tattoo project starts from €150.
This is the studio's starting rate and covers up to one hour of work. Every session, no matter how small the tattoo, includes a full setup of a sterile workstation, single-use supplies prepared for each client, design preparation, stencil fitting and a touch-up if needed. The final price is calculated from this starting point, depending on the size, placement and level of detail.The studio works by appointment only, with no walk-ins. This means a calm and comfortable atmosphere, no rushing and no conveyor-belt approach. Each client gets full attention, and every tattoo is done with care and responsibility for the final, healed result.Response times may take up to 3-4 days. Each request is reviewed individually, and a personal email reply will follow with thoughts on the project and the next steps.
Aftercare
Getting a new tattoo is an exciting process, and proper aftercare is essential to ensure it heals beautifully and maintains its fine lines and detail.Please note: This page provides general guidelines and expectations only. Detailed, step-by-step aftercare instructions tailored to each specific session are sent directly to the client's email after the appointment.Healing Methods: depending on skin type, placement, and session specifics, artists and clients discuss and use one of two primary healing methods during the appointment: healing film or traditional healing method (breathable absorbent pads and gentle cleaning routines).Detailed instructions for both methods, along with product recommendations, are provided post-session so there is never any guesswork involved.
General Rules & Restrictions
Until your tattoo is fully healed (2–3 weeks), please avoid:1. Picking, scratching, or peeling any flaking skin or scabs;
2. Baths, saunas, swimming pools, or the sea (short, lukewarm showers are fine);
3. Letting the tattoo dry out;
4. Exercise or physical activity that causes sweating, and tight clothing that rubs against the tattoo;
5. Sunbathing or sunbeds;
6. Scrubbing the area with a loofah or exfoliant - wash with your hand only;
7. Using alcohol-based products or peroxide - stick to what’s recommended above;
8. Wearing tight or synthetic clothing that rubs or presses on the tattoo;
For larger pieces, avoid alcohol, energy drinks, coffee, and strong tea for the first three days (fine for smaller tattoos). Once fully healed, always wear high-SPF sun cream (SPF 50+) on the tattoo when out in the sun.Please do follow the aftercare closely - it makes a real difference to how the tattoo settles and looks once healed!
Available designs
These are original, one-off designs that will never be repeated. Because I’d absolutely love to bring these specific concepts to life, they are available at a reduced price. Size and placement can be adjusted upon request.To book, simply fill out the BOOKING FORM and let me know which piece you'd like to claim.
Contact
Inkluded Tattoo Studio
Newmarket House, 2nd Floor, The Liberties, Dublin
D08 VAP9[email protected]