Ultra Instinct Tattoo Studio

Ultra Instinct Tattoo Studio, located in Langley, British Columbia, has been providing custom, high-quality tattoos since 2018. Recognized multiple times as a top studio, it offers a diverse range of styles to clients. The studio’s artists are adept in various tattooing techniques, with a particular passion for neo-traditional, anime, geeky, nerdy, Japanese, neo-Japanese, portraits, animal, floral, realism, and bold, saturated color designs. They also handle smaller pieces and have flash designs available, and are known for tackling large-scale projects.

Practical Info

Clients seeking work at Ultra Instinct Tattoo Studio will find a professional and accommodating booking process. Many clients appreciate the detailed communication provided before each session, ensuring a clear understanding of their vision. The studio is often described by clients as offering reasonable rates for the quality and care provided. The team is also known for being very responsive to inquiries, helping clients feel at ease from the first contact.

The Studio Experience

The interior of Ultra Instinct Tattoo Studio is designed with a clean, modern “Japandi” style, accented with subtle hints of anime, creating a fun, inviting, and relaxing environment. Visitors consistently describe the shop as incredibly clean, tidy, and prioritizing sterilization procedures. The studio maintains a safe, kind, and inclusive space that welcomes all clients. Many first-time tattoo recipients have felt comfortable and reassured, noting the gentle touch of the artists and the warm, welcoming atmosphere.

The Artists and Their Work

Sean Younker, co-owner and head artist, brings over a decade of experience to the studio, specializing in a wide array of styles from realism and portraits to neo-traditional and anime. He is particularly recognized for his ability to translate gamer, anime, and other “nerd” culture concepts into original, custom pieces, often creating results “even better than imagined,” as one client put it. Artists like Katie and Laurine are also frequently praised for their skillful work, gentle approach, and ability to bring client ideas to life with beautiful line work and smooth execution. The studio emphasizes thorough aftercare, providing detailed instructions to support proper healing.

What Customers Say

Many clients rave about the studio, with one visitor highlighting, “The shop is beautiful and super clean, everyone there is very friendly and welcoming, and the work they do is gorgeous!” Another client described their experience, saying, “Sean is an amazing artist! He was able to take the ideas from my head and design a better image than i could even imagine.” Sean is often described by clients as “super chill, great to talk to and super knowledgeable on anything regarding tattooing but he is also a true artist you can bring any idea and he turns it into a masterpiece far beyond expectations.”