Riga · Latvia · Est. 2016

Art that
stays.

Graphic, realism, fine-line and Japanese tattooing — drawn by hand, built for the body, made to last a lifetime.

I don't rush the process. Every project begins with understanding your vision — placement, composition, meaning. The design itself deserves as much attention as the tattoo.

9
Years working
500+
Pieces healed
2
Core styles
dst — tattoo artist at work in the Riga studio
The Artist

A quiet obsession with
detail and quality.

I create black-and-grey realism and graphic tattoos for people who want more than just ink on their skin. A tattoo stays with you for years, so the design process deserves as much attention as the tattoo itself.

Every project starts with understanding your idea — placement, composition, and the details that make a piece feel personal and timeless. My focus is clean execution, strong contrast, and tattoos that age well.

Based in Riga, I work with a limited number of clients each month, so every project gets my full attention — from concept to completion.

Studio
Kalnciema 18, Riga
Sessions
By appointment
— dst
Rates

Honest pricing,
no surprises.

A 20% deposit secures your date and comes off the final total. Every project begins with a free consultation.

Pricing reflects the time and thought that goes into every piece. Larger projects typically require multiple sessions, which is why I break them down by session. A free consultation helps us establish the scope, timeline, and cost of your specific project.

Consultation Free

We sit down with your idea, sketch options straight onto your body, and find the composition together — so you can see how it will sit before any needle touches skin. Bring a concept and I'll help shape it in my style.

Book a consultation
Small tattoo
€100 /hr

Something small and minimalist.

  • Minimum €75 per piece
  • Custom design & aftercare kit
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Half day
€250 /3 hr

A shorter, gentler sitting — less time in the chair, easier on you.

  • ≈ 3-hour session
  • Custom design & aftercare kit
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Large piece
€350 /day

Sleeves, legs, chest & back. For projects over three full days — best value per session.

  • €350 per full day
  • Custom design & aftercare kit
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Before you book

Studio policy

Read these before sending an enquiry — they keep every session safe, calm and on schedule.

Deposit

A deposit of 20% of the session price secures your date and comes off the final total. Non-refundable if you cancel within 72 hours.

Age

You must be 18 or older to get tattooed — no exceptions.

Aftercare

Every session ends with a wrapped piece, a kit and written aftercare. Healing is half the result.

Rescheduling

Life happens — move your date once, free, with 72 hours notice. Beyond that, the deposit is kept. We value reliability on both sides.

In their words

“He drew exactly what I couldn't put into words. It healed perfectly, exactly as we planned it.”

M
Marta L.
Realism sleeve

“Professional and thoughtful. The atmosphere is more like a creative workspace than a commercial tattoo studio.”

J
Jānis K.
Japanese half-sleeve

“Worth every kilometre of the flight to Riga. He treats every piece like it's the most important work he'll do.”

S
Sofia R.
Fine-line florals
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Start your
piece.

Tell me what you have in mind. I reply to every serious enquiry within two working days, usually with a few questions and a rough quote.

The fastest way

Message me on Instagram — it's faster and easier for both of us. Attach your ideas, photos, references. I'll reply within two working days.

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or send a booking request
A 20% deposit secures your date.
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The studio

A private space in Āgenskalns, on the left bank of the Daugava. Sessions are by appointment — full entry details come with your booking confirmation.

Address
Kalnciema 18, Riga, LV-1046
Hours
By appointment
Social
@dst.tattoo
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