Aloha Tattoo Studio · Gloucester

Multi award winning colour realism, fine line & cover-up tattoos by Thomas Palaniuk — in the heart of Gloucester.

98% recommend · 41 reviews · multi award winning

Thomas Palaniuk — tattoo artist at Aloha Tattoo Studio

Multi award winning

meet your artist

Thomas Palaniuk

International award-winning artist, former head chef, muralist and owner of Aloha Tattoo Studio. From high-pressure kitchens to graffiti walls across Europe — every design is executed with the precision of a chef and the focus of an artist.

Fine line, bold colour, realism and cover-ups, all in a warm, welcoming studio that feels like catching up with an old friend.

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what we do

Tattoo styles

Custom work in every style — pick your direction and get in touch for a quote.

Fine Line

Delicate, precise designs with ultra-thin needles.

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Bold Colour

High-contrast, saturated illustrative & watercolour work.

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Realism

Photo-real portraits in black & grey or full colour.

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Cover-Up

Turn old ink or scars into art you love.

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fresh ink

Recent work

Straight from Tommy’s portfolio.

Tattoo by Thomas Palaniuk — Cat & blossoms (colour realism) — **Cat & blossoms***colour realism*

Tattoo by Thomas Palaniuk — Jungle tiger (colour realism) — **Jungle tiger***colour realism*

Tattoo by Thomas Palaniuk — Hogwarts nightscape (watercolour) — **Hogwarts nightscape***watercolour*

Tattoo by Thomas Palaniuk — Lotus spine piece (fine line) — **Lotus spine piece***fine line*

Tattoo by Thomas Palaniuk — Chimp portrait (black & grey) — **Chimp portrait***black & grey*

Tattoo by Thomas Palaniuk — Vice City pin-up (new school) — **Vice City pin-up***new school*

Tattoo by Thomas Palaniuk — Geisha & blossom (colour realism) — **Geisha & blossom***colour realism*

Tattoo by Thomas Palaniuk — Scarlet macaw (colour realism) — **Scarlet macaw***colour realism*

Reviews

98% recommend · 41 reviews on Facebook

★★★★★

“Went to Thomas for my first tattoo and he made me feel at ease… I am so impressed with the quality and attention to detail. A perfectionist who understood my request. I couldn’t be any happier.”
— Kate P.

★★★★★

“I’m so glad I chose Aloha Tattoo! The studio was lovely and clean with a great atmosphere. I am so happy with my tattoo, it’s perfect. I highly recommend and I will be returning 🍍”
— Hayley G.

★★★★★

“Fantastic results, nice atmosphere, I highly recommend.”
— Magda L.

Ready to book your tattoo?

Message Tommy on WhatsApp, Instagram or Facebook with your idea — he’ll get back to you between sessions.

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