Beneath the Ink

- Season 1

(2019)

Beneath the Ink pays homage to diverse and talented Sydney tattoo artists and their individual paths they have forged into and through this intriguing, once-controversial industry towards an exciting future.

Alex's appearance contradicts his nerdy approach to tattooing. With a continued unwavering dedication to rules, study, drawing and painting Alex's determination to break into an unattainable industry paid off.

Not Just a Girl celebrates girl power through tattoo art showcasing 3 women doing their part, in their own way to promote equality, into a male dominated industry while raising money for various women charities in Australia.

ADHD, unapologetic, competitive and a willful nature Loic taught himself to draw, paint and sculpt proving a formal education wasn't necessary to succeed. Feeling an outsider Loic found his place in the world of tattooing against the odds.

Bigotry and ignorance surrounding parents with tattoos are a common occurrence especially when your profession is intertwined with your identity.

The highest form of compliment is to ink a fellow tattooist. An outsider, Ryan saw a way to find acceptance that promoted individual freedom focusing on one main visual art, tattooing.

FLT stands for Friendship, Love and Truth and inspiration for this all-girl tattoo studio. Accomplished, talented and artistically diverse this dream team of passionate tattoo artists are the basis of welfare and community.

Balancing creative endeavors with business aspirations and staying the course can be daunting. We follow 3 diverse people each navigating their way through tattooing as a business.