Nicole Smith

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I launched my tattoo career at just 19 years old, fueled by instinct, creativity, and heart.

Over the years, I’ve trained in hyperrealism and developed a versatile hand. I specialize in floral work, dotwork mandalas, and animal portraits, but I also work confidently across a range of styles: from American Traditional, colour work, and fine line tattoos, to Japanese-inspired designs. Whatever your vision, I’ll bring it to life with care, precision, and soul.

After two and a half amazing years running my own private studio, Ruan and I joined forces — tattooing side by side in and around Cape Town. On 11/11/2025, we opened the doors to The Tjap Joint, our walk-in tattoo studio in Durbanville, located at Cobble Walk.

The Tjap Joint isn’t just a studio — it’s a space where stories come to life, where creativity runs wild, and where every piece of ink has meaning. We’re here to help you create something unforgettable.