Ancient Rituals
Tattoo and piercing studio in The Coach House on Chapel Lane, Killarney.
One way in, one way to the centre.
Four artists
Every design is drawn for one person. Pick the hand that suits your idea.
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Andres Gomez
Tattooist and body piercer
Tattooing and piercing since 1995, from Santiago de Chile. Sacred geometry, Japanese, oriental motifs, patterns and dotwork, and open to any style.
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Emma Brosnan
Tattooist
Illustrative and nature-led: soft fine lines with bold lines for contrast, dotwork and fine detail, from the tradition of original tattoo flash.
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Diego Rojas aka Flyingmonkey
Tattooist
Many years in the trade, and a specialist in lettering, black and grey and cover-ups. He also loves mixed art projects.
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Jesus Pompa aka El Pompa Tattooer
Tattooist
Neotraditional and old school in full colour. He studied Fine Arts and is an art enthusiast.
Work from Chapel Lane
Pieces by the four artists, hung the way our walls are. Tap any piece to see it larger.
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Black & grey sleeve · Andres
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Fine line, thigh · Emma
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Neotraditional · Jesus
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Lettering, forearm · Diego
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Rose and mandala, upper back · Andres
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Fine line · Emma
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Neotraditional · Jesus
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Japanese, lower leg · Andres
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Black & grey · Diego
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Ornamental, spine · Emma
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Neotraditional · Jesus
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Sacred geometry · Andres
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Illustrative, forearm · Emma
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Geometric, neck · Diego
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Japanese, shoulder · Andres
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Neotraditional · Jesus
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Illustrative · Emma
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Black & grey sleeve · Diego
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Chest piece · Andres
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Chest piece · Jesus
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Fine line, forearm · Emma
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Black & grey, leg · Diego
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Japanese, hand · Andres
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Neotraditional, upper arm · Jesus
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Fine line, wrist · Emma
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Hands · Diego
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Japanese, neck · Andres
- The next frame on the wall is yours.Price your tattoo
Where will it go?
Tap the spot, pick a size and a style, and see an example price before you message us.
Tattoo, culture, art
The studio doubles as a small gallery: ancient figures, Eastern religious art, Dermot McCarthy prints for sale and a graffiti wall at reception.
Guest artists and exhibitions we have hosted include El Mimo (August 2019) and an art show by Kieran Herlihy (May 2019).
Pierced with implant-grade titanium
Piercing is by appointment, in our own private piercing room, with jewellery chosen for healing.
| Titanium F-136 | Implant grade, 100% biocompatible | Internally threaded and highly polished, for faster healing |
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| Gold 18k, niobium | From several jewellery makers | Ask to see the range at the studio |
| Tremun | Premium body piercing jewellery | We are the distributor for Ireland |
| Appointments | By appointment only | 11am to 12 noon, or after 6pm |
| Piercee’s Bill of Rights | The standard we publish | A brand-new sterile needle for every piercing, and never a gun |
A strict code of hygiene
The studio abides by a strict code of hygiene and cleanliness, with its own sterilisation area and a private piercing room.
- A separate sterilisation area with an autoclave
- Its own private body piercing room
- High-quality, implant-grade piercing jewellery
- Friendly, positive and comfortable for clients and artists
Cleanliness 5/5 in The Top 10 Tattoo Studios in Ireland [2026] by Best in Ireland. Best in Ireland
In their words
“He was very courteous in helping me perfect my design and got it down to the very last detail!”
“Emma did a super job, so friendly. Highly recommended.”
Reviews published on the studio’s current website, shortened.
Listed in The Top 10 Tattoo Studios in Ireland [2026] by Best in Ireland, updated 23 February 2026.
Before you book
Question not here?
Do I need an appointment?
It’s best to book. At weekends and busy times we are often fully booked in advance and may not be able to take walk-ins.
I’m visiting Killarney. Can I get tattooed while I’m here?
Call the studio before your trip to book with the artist of your choice, so your session is waiting when you arrive.
Do you draw custom designs?
Every piece is drawn for you. Bring an idea, a photo or a sketch, and your artist will create an original design that suits your style.
Which artist suits my style?
Andres: sacred geometry, Japanese, patterns and dotwork. Emma: illustrative fine line and nature. Diego: lettering, black and grey and cover-ups. Jesus: neotraditional and old school in colour.
How much will my tattoo cost?
It depends on the size, the spot, the style and the detail. The price guide on this page gives an example range, and your artist confirms the quote before you start.
When can I book a piercing?
Piercing is by appointment only, from 11am to 12 noon or after 6pm, in our private piercing room.
Visit the studio
The Coach House, Chapel Lane
Killarney, Co. Kerry, V93 EP28
- Tattoo
- Book ahead
- Piercing
- 11am–12, after 6pm
- Today
- Call to check
+353 87 450 2354 · Get directions
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