Welcome to Hannigan Tattoo & Piercing Studio
Hannigan Tattoo and Piercing Studio is located in Lisburn, Northern Ireland. It is only a two-minute drive from the Saintfield Roundabout exit of the M1 and a stone's throw from Belfast.
Christopher Hannigan graduated from the London College of Fashion with a BA Honours degree in 2009 and has been working as an artist ever since both in London and Northern Ireland. After completing his apprenticeship in tattooing and piercing and working for several years in a Lisburn-based tattoo studio, Christopher opened Hannigan Tattoo and Piercing Studio in 2022.
Christopher Hannigan - About the tattoo artist
Christopher Hannigan graduated from the London College of Fashion with a BA Honours degree in 2009 and has been working as an artist ever since both in London and Northern Ireland.
After completing his apprenticeship in tattooing and piercing and working for several years in a Lisburn-based tattoo studio, Christopher opened Hannigan Tattoo and Piercing Studio in 2022.
With a keen eye for detail and an expert understanding of colour-theory, Christopher has developed a unique style of tattooing and loves to have in-depth consultations with clients to start their tattoo journey.
He enjoys working on colour design, large black and shade designs, animal tattoos, simple geometric and dot work, and complex cover-up tattoos, although he is proficient in all tattoo styles.
Tattoo shop Belfast / Lisburn
Hannigan Tattoo and Piercing Studio provides clients with high-quality tattoos that are intrinsically designed and incredibly detailed. The artist, Christopher Hannigan, strives to create tattoos that allow his clients to express their individuality and personality.
Many of Christopher's clients travel to his studio in Lisburn for his unique talent in shading work, line design and animation tattoos, although he is proficient in a range of tattoo designs and illustrations.
Christopher incorporates his clients style, ideas and artistic expression into his tattoo designs, he ensures that clients leave his studio feeling proud to show off their new bodily piece of art.
How to come up with tattoo ideas
Christopher Hannigan helps his clients develop their tattoo ideas into concrete designs. He can take even the simplest of tattoo ideas and turn them into pieces of art that suit each individual with his unique twist and style.
Some tattoo designs that Christopher is particularly talented in, includes:
Animation style tattoos
From beloved Pokemon to classic Disney characters, Christopher Hannigan can tattoo incredibly accurate and detailed animations. His method captures the personality of the character and his colour work compliments those bold designs associated with animation design.
Line work tattoos
Christopher is also proficient in creating eye capturing line design tattoos. His method uses schematic detail to create simplistic silhouettes and elegant designs. Line work tattoos may seem like simple designs, but they require an incredibly steady hand to create.
Animal tattoos
Many of Christopher’s clients seek him out for his talent in creating detailed animal tattoos. From bold lions and gorillas to depictions of beloved pets, Christopher is great at capturing the spirit of an animal in a detailed tattoo.
Calligraphy tattoos
Christopher Hannigan is extremely talented in illustrating calligraphy styles tattoos that exaggerate the letter formation. His calligraphy design highlights chosen words in an extravagant format using a range of different fonts.
Geometric design tattoos
Christopher can also create bespoke geometric designs that perfectly wrap around the chosen part of the body. His geometric designs incorporate a range of patterns that are intrinsically detailed and complex.
Piercing studio Belfast / Lisburn
Christopher Hannigan is also expertly trained in performing piercing services for his clients. He only ever uses sterile equipment and each piercing is made with medical-grade titanium jewellery.
Christopher is particularly talented in performing facial piercings, from septum piercing to traditional earlobe piercing, he performs a quick and uncomplicated service. Christopher is also great at calming his clients and ensuring that they feel at ease throughout the whole process.
Ear piercing for anxiety / appetite control / migraines
In addition to performing piercing services for aesthetic purposes, Christopher Hannigan also performs ear piercing services for health reasons.
Certain parts of the ear may be pierced in order to stimulate the nerve endings that affect anxiety, appetite or potentially cause migraines. Christopher discusses the health solutions that certain piercings provide, and many of his clients seek out this service for immediate relief.
Book a tattoo or piercing appointment
Walk-in appointments are available for both tattoos and piercings but it is advised that you call or message ahead to secure an individual time slot.
Hannigan Tattoo and Piercing Studio only use medical-grade Titanium jewellery in all ear and body piercing.
Please get in contact via telephone, social media, or by emailing hannigantattooartist@gmail.com
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