Angela
Sam
Cate
Grae
Teagan
Vic
Cam
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Shop Info & Policies
Black Cat Collective is a co-op run studio space.
Black Cat Tattoo was originally founded by Cate Webb in 2016. After 10 years, in early 2026, Cate stepped back as sole-owner, with 6 other artists collaborating to take care of one of Victoria's most beloved tattoo spaces.
Bookings:
✷ Each artist takes their own bookings and organizes their own schedules. See each of our artists profiles to find their booking links!
✷ We are an appointment only shop! Your artist will provide detailed directions for the shop upon confirming your appointment.
✷ All payments are made directly to your artist. Confirm what forms of payment they accept.
Masking:
✷ We continue to practice strict mandatory masking policies, in effort to help cultivate a healthier environment for our immunocompromised & disabled clients, and artists alike. We appreciate your continued support!
・ Masks will be provided upon entry of the studio, if you are unable to come with one prepared.
・ Please inform your artist if you suspect you are ill to reschedule your appointment.
Accessibility:
✷ We are located on the ground floor, of a non-commercial building.
・Entryways and bathroom are wheelchair accessible.
✷ Free street parking, in the immediate area.
✷ Within 10 minute walk from main bus routes.
✷ If youre arriving with your bike, let us know so we can store it inside.
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Our Standards:
・We are always striving to ensure our clients, guests and artists feel safe, comfortable and empowered in the processes of their appointments.
・We make an effort to educate eachother and our clients about the application and healing requirements for each individual tattoo.
・We do not tolerate any form of hate-speech or bigotry. This is not a space that is open to rascist, zionist, transphobic or homophobic ideology.
Please email us directly if you have an concerns or questions!
after your appointment
First and foremost, consult with your artist directly and promptly if you have any questions or concerns in regards to your fresh tattoo.
Every artist knows how their tattoos heal, and the best care for them.
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The instructions provided here is for general guidance!
How long should your bandage stay on?
● Second Skin (clear, stick on):
These bandages can be left on for up to seven days, so long as it feels confortable the exceptions are not occuring.
The exceptions:
a) It has filled with fluid (plasma, ink), creating a "bubble"
b) Your skin has any reaction to the adhesive on the bandage. This can look like simple reddness or in more rare cases: hives, blisters.
c) The bandage has pealed off the skin, exposing the tattoo underneath to any foreign bodies that may come in contact.
✶ If any of the above occur, remove as soon as your are able to safely do so.
● Plastic Wrap / Soaker Pad :
These bandages are typically used for largee scale or heavily saturated tattoos.
These can be left on for a short period of time. Typically removed between 2 - 8 hrs.
The exceptions:
a) Your skin has any adverse reaction to the adhesive on tapes that may be used to hold the bandage. This can look like simple reddness or in more rare cases: hives, blisters.
c) The bandage has pealed off the skin, exposing the tattoo underneath to any foreign bodies that may come in contact.
✶ If any of the above occur, remove as soon as your are able to safely do so.
How to clean your tattoo
& keep it healthy.
What you'll need:
- a non-scented, dye-free, clean soap.
- a non-scented moisturizer / ointment.
- clean towel / paper towel.
- clean change of clothing.
- CLEAN HANDS
● Washing
1) Upon removing your bandage, you need to wash it to remove any excess plasma, ink or ointment on your fresh tattoo.
Its advised to remove the bandage in your bathroom / shower.
2) Using the palm of your hand, lather the soap on the tattoo, rinse with luke-warm water.
Repeat until its clean. You'll know youve washed your tattoo enough when it no longer feels slimy, and you cannot see any debris left on / around the tattoo.
3) Dry the tattoo off by patting it dry with a clean towel or paper-towel
● Moisturizing
1) Apply a thin layer of moisturizer to your fresh tattoo. (Do not apply any sunscreen)
- Moisturizers / ointments keep any excess fluids from leaking too heavily, as well as creating a barrier to keep out any foreign bodies that can cause infection.
2) Continue to apply moisturizer atleast twice a day, especially after showering.
Other stuff to think about:
- Keep your tattoo is wet as your eyeball.
- Itchiness can be a sign the tattoo is too dry.
- If your lotion is a watery consistency, you may need to apply more than twice a day.
- If your lotion is a more oily/thick consistency, apply only a very thin layer.
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Daily maintenence, until fully healed:
- Minimum 2 weeks -
On the surface, your tattoo is "healed" when its no longer flaking or dry.
Internally, tattoos can take months to heal.
✓ WHAT TO DO:
- If you suspect your tattoo is infected, contact a doctor ASAP. After contacting your doctor, send a clear, well-lit photo to your artist.
- Ensure any clothing coming in contact with the tattoo is clean, loose, breathable and made of plant or synthetic materials. (This also applies to your bedding!)
- Keep strenuous activities to a minimum. Especially if those activities require mobility from the body parts that have been tattooed.
Rest up!
- Keep your tattoo clean!
If any plasma, sweat, or dirt/debris accumulates around or on your fresh tattoo: wash it gently with a mild soap, and pat dry. Similarly to your initial wash.
- Stay hydrated & eat your veggies!
Ensuring your body has enough nutrient resources will of course aid in your healing time.
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To ensure the longevity of the appearance of your tattoo, continue to take care of your skin!
Regular moisturizing and UV protection will prolong the life of colours and details in your tattoo!
After a few months, when the tattoo has healed more internally, you may introduce exfoliation back into your routine.
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⃠⃠ WHAT NOT TO DO:
- Keep your tattoo out of direct and continuous submersion in water.
- Avoid baths, pools, saunas, hottubs, and natural bodies of water.
- Do not scratch your tattoo!
Tattoos typically begin to get itchy a day or two after your appointment. This is a natural part of the process. It can also indicate dryness! If moisturizing doesnt settle the itch, apply a product like Bactine, which is made for scratches and bug bites.
- Do not exfoliate for atleast 3 months. The top skin on your tattoo is extremely thin and sensitive. Much like scratching, this can cause further irritation and prolong healing
- Keep out of direct sunlight.
You cannot apply sunscreen to your fresh tattoo, so keep your tattoo covered with breathable clothing when outside.
- Keep animals away from your fresh tattoo! Your sweet furry babies are covered in a lot of stuff that would love to make your tattoo its new habitat. (This includes fibers made of animal furs / skins)
- Drinking (alcohol) heavily after your appointment.
Your blood and immune-system is a crucial component to healing any wound. Alcohol will impair your circulation and cellular regeneration.
Angela Wells
she/her
⚘BOOKING FORM
⚘Available Flash
Instagram
Tattoos: tatty_buster
Paintings:@milk_thistlee
Angela is a queer multi-disciplinary artist, known for her Impasto Paintings and sculptures, outside of her Tattooing.
Born and raised on Lekwungen Territory, she began her tattoo journey in 2019, at Black Cat Tattoo.
Angela has been dedicated to continually learning about body neutrality, as well as being being trauma informed. All bodies are welcome in her practice!
She loves to do tummy tattoos (aka "cramp stamps"), art nouveau inspired florals, insect & ornamental designs.
Angela is always booking flash designs, while opening custom design bookings periodically.
Tattoos
Painting / Sculpture
Samantha is a multi-disciplinary artist born in the Cowichan Valley, with a BA in Visual Arts.
Samantha loves to tattoo traditional designs in black and grey, with a focus on bold lines and thoughtful re-imagining of beloved classics.
Samantha has a deep love and connection to design, music, and the arts. This reflects in her work through excitement and whimsy when approaching custom work with clients, enjoying the process as much as the result. Sams education contributes to the ability to dig from a well of reference and research when creating new works.
Outside of tattooing, Samantha loves to paint, do printmaking, and work with ceramics. She often prints limited runs of her own merch and makes hand-painted ceramic vessels in her free time.
Tattoos
Ceramics
Cate has been tattooing for over a decade, originally an oil painter & illustrator.
She focuses heavily on the human figure, inspired by the simple illustrations of Aubrey Beardsley, and the grotesquely beautiful forms of Egon Schiele.
Themes of the occult, childhood fantasies and the ethereal run throughout her paintings and tattoos. She is also interested in the spiritual relationship between humans and animals, creating work that explores the delicate thread that connects them.
Cate’s tattoos are known for their beautiful simplicity and unique aesthetic, which seeks to explore the wonder and the horror of a world hidden in plain sight.
Cate books open for flash every couple of months, with limited spots open for custom projects.
Tattoos
Merchandise
Grae is an illustrator, graphic designer, and tattoo artist
Beginning their illustration career creating event posters, Grae has since created business logos and branding, advertisements, portraits, short comics, cover photos, pieces for magazines, and media for theatrical shows and films. Grae has been professionally tattooing since 2021.
As a queer, trans-person and disabled artist, Grae is excited to pursue more projects that explore disability justice as well as queer and trans stories.
Grae love to utilize heavy black, as well as fine line elements in their work. Their tattoos have been described as illustrative, tender, and whimsical.
Grae loves block-print inspired designs, landscapes, hands, humanoid critters, beasts, magical beings, flowers with lots of petals, veins, hair, stylized animals, and queer subjects.
Tattoos
Artwork / Illustration
Vic is a nonbinary tattooer, born and raised on Lekwungen Territory.
Vic loves working in bold lines and bright colours. Vic predominately focuses on florals, pet portraits, and anything with a bit of love and whimsy! Along with his enthusiasm for colour, he’s also excited to take on most projects brought to him, including black&grey and cover ups.
Above all, Vic strives to create a tattoo environment that is based on consent, respect and comfort.
Books are always open for flash or custom tattoo work!
Tattoos
Paintings
Cam has a background in collage, chalk pastels, and mixed media.
Before finding a path in tattooing, Cam studied psychology, nutrition, and cooking - all driven by a passion for caring for others.
That same intention carries into every tattoo, a welcoming space rooted in body positivity, where every client feels seen and celebrated. Cam specializes in textured linework and soft shading. Cam has a particular love for animals, nostalgic memorabilia, plant life, and anything magical or macabre. Always open to new ideas, all bodies are good bodies, so let's decorate yours!
Cam is always accepting flash or custom tattoo projects!
Tattoos
Artwork
Teagan is a multidisciplinary artist, tattooing since 2015
Working in black and grey-washes, Teagan builds the shapes and dimensions of their pieces with stippling and contrasting solid black compositions.
Teagan takes inspirations from the natural elements to create either graphic or abstract designs.
Taking consideration for the clients individual body composition, most larger scale designs are freehanded (drawing directly on the skin) partially, or entirely.
Although predominantly working on larger pieces that span multiple sessions, they will make time for smaller projects.
Outside of Tattooing, Teagan is always working on personal narrative driven creative projects, such as animation, with support on Patreon.
Teagan keeps their books open for flash, pre-drawn designs and custom projects.
*Disclaimer: Teagan travels from Salt Spring Island to Victoria. They are also mindful with the timing of their bookings, working around their disability's unpredictable nature.
Tattoos
Other works
Events
Upcoming and Past
* Coming Soon! *
Resources
Stuff we think you'd appreciate!
Will continue to be updated
Local Mask Bloc : Information regarding local supports for masking, air purification and prevention against communicable illnesses.
Defund VicPD : Organizers and community members raising awareness regarding the disparities in our local government budget.
Guests
Past, Present and Regular Guests
To book with a guest artist, please contact them directly.
Their socials will be linked.
Availability not guaranteed.
Resident Guests
These artists are with us on a regular weekly / monthly bases.
Tahtyana / @bladeandbeauty_yyj
✴︎Tooth Gems, PMU Brows,
Beauty Marks & Freckles.
✴︎Availability: Wednesdays
You can book an appointment via DM on Instagram.
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Upcoming Guests
These artists are with us with a fixed amount of time.