Kapala Tattoo has been pushing the standard of custom tattooing in Winnipeg since 2003.

Founded by artist Rich Handford, this studio was built on one belief: tattooing is a craft first, a business second. Every piece deserves intention, technical excellence, and respect for the permanence of the medium. Trends fade. Good tattoos don't.

Our artists bring decades of combined experience across Japanese, black and grey, illustrative, neo-traditional, realism, and beyond. Every voice here is distinct. The commitment is the same…original work that belongs to the person wearing it.

No shortcuts. Every tattoo approached with purpose, collaboration, and craft.

To book, contact your preferred artist through their portfolio page or in the contact section. Include a brief description of your idea, placement, approximate size, and any reference material. Due to the volume of inquiries we receive, we can't respond to every request, but we're grateful to everyone who reaches out.

For questions, visit our FAQ or call the shop Tuesday–Saturday at (204) 255-8897.

Tattoos are permanent. They deserve time, intention, and artists who never stop pushing the boundaries of the craft. Winnipeg made us. We're proud to give it back.