Tim Tavaria - Melbourne Tattoo Artist

Custom tattoos in Melbourne, designed with over 15 years of experience. I create Neo Traditional tattoos, Black and Grey tattoos, animal designs, floral concepts and freehand compositions focused on flow, placement and longevity.

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Tattooing has been my life for over 15 years.
I create custom neo-traditional tattoos in Melbourne, with a focus on strong design, natural flow, thoughtful placement, and work that still looks good years from now.
Every piece is drawn specifically for the person wearing it. I care about how the tattoo fits the body, how it heals, how it ages, and how it feels once it becomes part of you.
I work mostly in colour, but also love black and grey, large-scale projects, animals, nature-inspired work, and pieces with a strong sense of character.
Appointments are by enquiry only.

MERCH collection

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S M L XL 2XL
BEAUTIFUL TATTOOS - HEAVY OVERSIZE
$70.00 AUD
Tim Tavaria
S M L XL 2XL
Heavy Faded Embroidery TT
$70.00 AUD
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11oz
The Official Full Day Sit Mug
$1,300.00 AUD
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11oz
HALF Day Sit Mug VOUCHER
$700.00 AUD
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Over the past few years, I’ve been fortunate to receive recognition from some of Australia’s top tattoo exhibitions — including:

  • 🥇 Best Tattoo of Friday – Rites of Passage 2023
  • 🥇 Best Neotraditional – Rites of Passage 2023
  • 🥇 Best Neotraditional – Inked Expo 2024
  • 🥇 Best Neotraditional – Inked Expo 2025
  • 🥇 runner up Best Neotraditional – Inked Expo 2026

While I don’t tattoo for trophies, I’m proud of the consistency in my craft and the connection my work has with both clients and judges. These awards are just a reflection of the energy I bring into every tattoo I create for my clients.

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Tim Tavaria