Tā moko
Begin a respectful conversation with Thomas about a piece designed specifically for you as the wearer.
Tā moko · Kirituhi · Tattoo · Tāmaki MakaurauMATAKIORE
MATAKIORE
TĀ MOKO
Auckland tā moko, kirituhi and custom tattoo work by Thomas Clark. Private studio—appointments only.
Request appointment01 / THE PRACTICE
Created for one wearer
The wearer is at the centre
Matakiore Tā Moko is a private Auckland studio dedicated to tā moko, kirituhi and tattoo. Artist Thomas Clark works to create each piece specifically for the person who will wear it, respectfully pushing and extending the art form while protecting the individuality of every design. The studio is located in Māngere Town Centre and works by appointment only.
Every enquiry begins with listening. Every design remains individual.
Begin a conversationThe workThree pathways.
Three pathways.
One personal process.
Representative preview imagery · UnsplashAppointment onlyFrom kōrero
From kōrero
to the skin.
- 01Enquire
Share what you are considering and how Thomas can reach you.
- 02Consult
Discuss the direction, placement and the personal design process.
- 03Create
Your appointment is confirmed directly with the private studio.
“Thomas was the perfect person to create a beautiful kirituhi that had a lot of meaning for me. His studio is a whānau-friendly, relaxed space and he's great to work with.”Roz Palethorpe
“I wanted a person I could trust to moko my skin and someone who would get my whakaaro. Best decision ever.”Karen Vercoe
“Thomas is a full-on respected professional and I am honoured to have a piece designed by him.”James Thomas
Representative preview imagery · UnsplashAppointments only · Māngere
Begin the kōrero
Your first message does not need to contain every answer. It simply begins the conversation.
Request appointment 021 184 2697matakiore@live.comShop 6, 93 Bader Drive, Māngere Town Centre, Auckland