Famous Dave’s Tattoo Studio
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Two artists. Two generations. One shared passion for custom tattoo art that lasts a lifetime.
25 Years Experience · Multiple Award Winner
Multiple award-winning artist Dave Mouat has been tattooing for over 25 years, beginning in the remote village of Lower Voe in Shetland before returning to New Zealand, opening Famous Dave's Tattoo Studio in Hamilton, and later working in Morrinsville alongside his son Zed.
Dave has developed an experience-driven style focused on designs with presence — bold or subtle — crafted to last and express each client's unique idea. He built the machines he first learned on, has created two globally viral tattoos, and has won multiple industry awards.
"I'm a husband, a dad, a Christian and someone who genuinely loves connecting with people. Tattooing is my craft, but the real reward is the trust and the stories behind every tattoo."
Second Generation · Charity Advocate
Zed's tattoo story begins as a toddler, raised around his father's tattoo studio. Some of his earliest memories are from being out the back of the old studio in Hamilton. He drew his first tattoo design at age 9, which his father tattooed on a client — a truly massive moment in his childhood.
At age 21, Zed organised a tattoo charity event for the Morrinsville Ezekiel Trust. He is deeply committed to using his art as a platform for giving back, and looks forward to continuing his charity tattoo events.
When not tattooing, you'll find Zed in cafés drinking coffee or attempting to cook the world's perfect steak at home.
"I'm so very blessed to provide a platform to give."
