Tattoo artist working on a sleeve at Bethaaink

Cape Town · CBD

Wear your heart on your skin in this life.

Tattoos, piercings & laser removal — done with care, late into the night, in the heart of Cape Town. Trusted by hundreds. Loved on Instagram.

Trusted by hundreds of Capetonians
500+
Happy clients
10+
Years of ink
1
Cape Town location
24h
CBD by appointment

What we do

Two crafts. One parlour.

Whether it's your first piece or your fortieth, we treat every client like family — with sterile gear, premium jewellery, and zero rush.

Bloodwell, founder of Bethaaink, with a happy client

Bloodwell

Founder & Lead Artist

Meet our founder

The hands behind the ink — Bloodwell.

Bloodwell is the founder and main specialist at Bethaaink. He built this parlour out of a deep love for the craft — and a belief that getting tattooed or pierced should feel personal, safe, and a little bit sacred.

With years behind the machine and hundreds of happy clients across Cape Town, his work spans bold tribal pieces, soft black & grey realism, fine line botanicals, and full custom sleeves. Every session starts with a conversation — never a rush.

"I don't just tattoo skin — I tattoo stories. Every line means something, and I treat every client like family."

— Bloodwell, founder of Bethaaink
Passion-led
Sterile & safe
Client-first

Moments at the parlour

Bloodwell with two happy clients showing fresh tattoos
Bloodwell hanging out with clients at the parlour
Bloodwell mid-session, focused on a client's arm
Bloodwell with a smiling first-time client

Recent work

Fresh from the chair.

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Black & grey portrait tattoo
Bold tribal shoulder tattoo
Curated ear piercings
Oriental koi back piece
Gold nose stud
Gold lip ring

Find us

Find us in the CBD.

Open 24 hours by appointment — please book in advance to lock in your slot.

Bethaaink

Cape Town CBD

3 Hans Strijdom Ave, Cape Town, City Centre

Open 24 hours by appointment

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Ready to make it permanent?

Send us a quick WhatsApp and we'll lock in your slot. CBD is open late — walk-ins welcome when we have space.