A Collaboration Between Marine Science and Tattooing
Squidwerks brings the magic of marine biology to tattooing via the world's first tattoo ink sourced from wild-caught Pacific Humboldt squid.
🌊 Sustainably harvested · 💜 Single origin · Artist-owned
The Collection
Black. Just black. Because squid don't make other colors (yet), so neither do we.
The only color we offer. The only color you need.
"We've been in trials for ~5 years now to be able to see how it heals. Everything has held up amazingly." — Patrick S., Founder
Free shipping on orders over $100. Limit 5 per artist. 💕
What is Squidwerks?
A collaboration between a marine scientist and a tattooer, Squidwerks brings the magic of marine biology to tattooing.
Squid ink? Really? Harvested from the invasive Humboldt Squid off the western US coast, squid ink boasts antioxidant and antimicrobial properties (and a little umami 😋).
Designed to Last. We agree that "bold holds," which is why Squidwerks offers only pure black ink. After 5+ years of healing trials, everything has held up amazingly.
Artist Reviews
"I've used every black ink on the market. Squidwerks hits different. There's a saltiness to the application, but it's workable."
"I've had a few clients ask why their new tattoos smell faintly of the sea. I tell them it's part of the experience and they seem to acccept that answer."
"The saturation is dope. Honestly I would've never thought of using squid ink, but I'm not vegan, so I'm into it."
The Team
PhD IBMO · Marine Scientist
My research focuses on the intersection of marine biology and sustainable practices. As a tattoo client myself, I was so excited to find a way to combine my two loves.
Tattooer · @patthattats
I've been tattooing for 15 years specializing in black and gray but a lifelong marine enthusiast.
Limited first run. One color. Bold will hold.