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Kru Joe Tattoo Designs 2.0

Stratford Ontario tattoo artist focused on Japanese and black & grey realism! Books open

06/15/2026

⚔️ Super fun day in the shop today! ⚔️

We got the first session completed on this Japanese-inspired full sleeve project.

Today was all about putting in the samurai. Next session we’ll be lining the dragon, Japanese maple leaves, and background elements to start bringing the entire composition together.

This sleeve is going to be an absolute beast when it’s finished, and I can’t wait to see it come to life over the next few sessions.

Stay tuned for updates! 👹🐉🍁

Looking for a custom tattoo?

I have a few appointment openings available from June through August for custom Japanese-inspired work, black and grey realism, and larger-scale projects.

📩 DM me to book or discuss your next tattoo idea.

06/12/2026

I have a bunch of original paintings I would love to tattoo!
Can be adjusted for different placement on body

Dm if you’re interested or would like to book

06/11/2026

Tiger painting just finished ✅

This design is up for grabs to tattoo!
Would be perfect for upper thigh, calf, half sleeve
Dm if you are interested

06/06/2026

🐾 What an incredible day at the fundraiser for at .stratford!

and I had the privilege of completing 58 tattoos throughout the event and were honoured to be part of such an amazing fundraising effort.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out, got tattooed, donated, shared the event, or supported in any way. It was amazing meeting so many wonderful people and seeing the community come together to support such a great cause.

Events like these remind us how powerful a community can be when it rallies behind something meaningful. We’re grateful to have played a small part in helping raise funds for Axel’s Imprint Rescue and the incredible work they do.

And a special shout-out to for coming through with supplies and helping make the day possible. Your support is greatly appreciated! 🙏

❤️ Thank you again to everyone involved. We’re tired, grateful, and already looking forward to the next one.

06/05/2026

🎏 Here’s a fun one from the other day!

I always enjoy tattooing koi pieces. Whether it’s a traditional Japanese design or a custom concept, koi tattoos are a great way to create a bold, flowing piece that works beautifully as part of a larger project or on its own.

I currently have availability remaining in June, July, and August.

➡️ Upcoming available dates:

Monday June 22
Monday June 29

Monday July 6
Monday July 13
Monday July 20
Monday July 27

Sunday aug 9
Monday aug 10
Sunday aug 23
Monday aug 24

📩 DM to book

Custom Japanese • Black & Grey Realism • Large Scale Projects • Flash Available

05/26/2026

CHECK OUT MY NEWEST PAINTING

Shoebill Stork painting — one of my favourite birds and one of my favourite pieces I’ve painted in a while.

This design is AVAILABLE TO TATTOO.
DM to book or claim this piece.

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05/25/2026

Another solid day in the shop today 👊

Had the chance to tattoo this custom Japanese-inspired forearm piece for my client featuring a Hannya mask, snake, and katana.

Big thanks to for sitting tough and trusting me with the project — we crushed this one in a single session.

⚔️ Custom Japanese & Black/Grey Tattoos
📍 Stratford, Ontario
📅 Limited availability remaining between now and August
📲 Swipe to see open dates & DM to book your consultation

05/24/2026

Great first session completed on this dragon half sleeve and chest panel. 🐉
We got all the lining finished today and it’s fully set up for background work next session.

Big thanks to my client for sitting like an absolute champ through a long day of lining and trusting me with this project.

Dragon tattoos are always some of my favourite pieces to work on — strong flow, movement, detail, and endless possibilities in the design process. I’m really looking forward to pushing this one further as we continue building it out.

If you’ve been thinking about starting a dragon tattoo project, now is the time.
DM to book

05/17/2026

Full forearm one shot Knight Templar piece today ⚔️

Had a great time working on this one and bringing the dark medieval feel to life!

Thank you to my client for the trust and for sitting like a champ all session. Really happy with how this one came out.

Books are open
Now booking June–August
DM to book

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05/14/2026

⚔️ NOW BOOKING — LIMITED TATTOO APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE ⚔️

Looking for a custom tattoo or up for grabs flash design this summer?
I have a limited number of 10AM appointment times for June, July & August at Kru Joe Tattoo Designs.

Specializing in:
🔥 Japanese traditional
🔥 Black & grey realism
🔥 Custom sleeves & large-scale work
🔥 Coverups & reworks

Whether you already have an idea ready or need help designing something completely custom, I’ll work with you to create a one-of-a-kind piece built specifically for you.

⚠️ Prime summer dates are filling quickly and many repeat clients pre-book months ahead. Once these spots are gone, the next openings may be fall booking.

✅ Flat rate pricing
✅ Custom artwork
✅Pre-made flash
✅ Flexible project planning
✅ Serious inquiries only

📩 DM now to secure your appointment
📍 Stratford, Ontario
🌐 Kru Joe Tattoo Designs

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Address

260 Wellington Street
Stratford, ON

Website

https://www.krujoetattoodesigns.ca/

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