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Life's Too Short Tattoo

Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

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4.9(369)

Good

TatScout Score

Est. 2008

67/100

TatScout Score

Good

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TatScout's findings

With nearly 370 reviews and a 4.9-star average, Life's Too Short has earned the kind of rating that reflects not popularity but reliability-people come back, and they tell their friends. Established in 2008, it's been holding court through Dublin's tattoo renaissance, which counts for something. The four-style house (blackwork, watercolour, neo-traditional, Japanese) is neither a jack-of-all-trades generalist nor a single-style boutique; it's thoughtfully curated range. The no-walk-ins policy is a green flag, not a barrier-it's how studios protect their artists' time and your appointment quality. Best for: clients who've already spent weeks thinking about their tattoo and want experienced hands. Not for: people who show up on a Friday looking for something quick.

À propos du studio

Life's Too Short Tattoo operates in Dublin's thriving tattoo scene, attracting clients who seek serious artistry rather than impulse work. The studio has built its reputation over 16 years on a straightforward philosophy: if you're going to mark your body, make it count. You'll find a clientele ranging from first-timers who've been thinking about their design for months to seasoned collectors adding to existing pieces.

The studio specialises across four distinct styles-blackwork, watercolour, neo-traditional, and Japanese-which means the team handles everything from bold geometric statements to delicate colour work and intricate oriental imagery. This breadth suggests artists with genuine technical range rather than a narrow house style. Whether you're drawn to the precision of Japanese line work or the fluid spontaneity of watercolour, there's likely someone here who can realise your vision.

Bookings work on a consultation-first basis; walk-ins aren't accommodated, so plan ahead. This approach filters for committed clients and gives artists proper time to prepare, which often translates to better outcomes. Dublin's public transport network serves the city well, making access straightforward regardless of which neighbourhood you're travelling from. The studio's 4.9-star rating across 369 reviews speaks to consistency in both craft and customer experience-numbers that reflect years of repeat business and word-of-mouth trust.

If you're serious about a tattoo and want to work with artists who take time to understand your brief, Life's Too Short sits near the top of Dublin's professional tattoo hierarchy.

Spécialités

Blackwork Watercolor Neo-Traditional Japanese

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Google Reviews(369 au total)

4.9sur Google

Terry Spence

a month ago

Life's Too Short Tattoos is genuinely one of the best tattoo studios I’ve ever been to. The entire team is highly professional, welcoming, and clearly passionate about their craft. The studio itself is spotless and runs to an incredibly high hygiene standard, which immediately puts you at ease. I spent around seven hours there for my session, and the experience was smooth from start to finish — the artist took great care with the design, paid attention to every detail, and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. I walked out absolutely delighted with the final tattoo. The quality of the work, the friendly atmosphere, and the level of professionalism make this place stand out from other studios. If you’re thinking about getting a tattoo and want artists who truly care about delivering top-tier results, this is definitely a studio worth booking with.

Terry Spence

a month ago

Kim Diessel

a month ago

I planned to get a tattoo on my Dublin trip but wasn’t sure which tattoo studio to choose. When I saw that LTS accepted walk-ins I decided to go there. I had a little sketch ready but also decided to mix it with a flash design and it was no problem at all. My artist was Shane and he was so nice and professional. Very cute studio, great artists and an overall amazing experience ☘️ When I return to Dublin I’ll definitely come back here :) (got the shamrocks in the photo)

Kim Diessel

a month ago

T Kavanagh

2 months ago

I'm thrilled to bits with my new ink from Life's Too Short! Huge thanks to the very talented Shaunna who created a beautiful design and executed the linework to perfection. I'm especially grateful for her patience and willingness to edit the design to include all the elements I wanted. She couldn't have been nicer. The studio is a lovely, bright space and all the artists are really friendly. I'm so glad I found it and I'll definitely be back to Shaunna again! ❤ @shaunnaofthedead

T Kavanagh

2 months ago

Michelle Weekley

3 months ago

Cool shop, and the staff could not have been nicer! My whole family spent the afternoon getting tattoos during our recent trip to Dublin, it was definitely a highlight of our stay! One of our artists, Ciaran, was incredibly sweet and professional and I love my new ink! Thank you LTS - we hope to see again on our next trip to Dublin!

Michelle Weekley

3 months ago

MrWEEKLEY LanguageArts

3 months ago

We had a great experience here. I scheduled, paid a deposit, communicated through out (from Denver, Colorado) and we arrived for our sessions. What a great place to get a tattoo. Warm, friendly, professional, detailed, and clean. Such a wonderful experience. We loved it and will be back for more v

MrWEEKLEY LanguageArts

3 months ago

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