Tattoo artist wearing black gloves and a black cap ink tattoos on a person's arm using a tattoo machine in a tattoo studio.

Cole Dawson

Born and raised in Central West NSW, Cole Dawson began tattooing in 2009. What started as a fascination with the craft became a lifelong pursuit, taking him around the world to learn from masters and immerse himself in different cultures. Specialising in Japanese imagery, Cole’s work is defined by bold colour, clean lines and strong storytelling, with a focus on creating tattoos that remain powerful and timeless for decades to come.

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