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Mel Goodeve Tattoos

Mel Goodeve Tattoos

Welcome to my Portfolio

Throwback to one of my favorite pieces from earlier this year—a mystical teal dragon framing the shoulder so beautifully!

Huge thanks to Joanne for your incredible fantasy tattoo ideas, stunning color palette suggestions, and for rocking that

Jess brought me a fun challenge with this cover-up, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out! We were able to keep the original swallow while covering the name underneath, giving the piece an entirely new story and meaning. Thank you, J

This Christmas, skip the socks and give the gift they’ll really remember—tattoo gift vouchers!

Perfect for any budget, you nominate the amount, and they choose the design.

Whether it’s a small meaningful piece or the start of a b

Tricky gap-fills? No problem! 🌿

Tamara trusted me to bring her vision to life with these lemons and ornamental-style tulips, and I’m thrilled with how perfectly they fit the space. This was a tough spot to work on, but Tamara sat like a cham

A special piece for Sierra to celebrate her time down under before heading back to the USA!

Featuring these super cute sugar glider and magpie friends with vibrant Waratahs, this design captures the beauty of Australian wildlife and landscapes. We

Meet Yen, one of Jess’s 4 adorable cats, now forever captured in this black and grey neotraditional piece with a touch of colour! We couldn’t tattoo a calico cat without adding those soft, gorgeous oranges that make Yen so special. 🐾

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One of my favourite pieces from a while back, a red oriental charm tassel for Oakley! 🐯🐰❤️

Each detail holds so much meaning, with the rabbit and tiger representing the birth years of her children. Such a beautiful way to carry her love for her fa

Thrilled to create this special tribute for Kirsty and her beautiful dog, Juno! 🐾🌅

Juno’s one-of-a-kind red merle coat, with all those warm, rusty tones, made this piece such a joy to bring to life. We really emphasized those rich colors to

A face tat is always a good idea! Huge love to one of my dearest friends @tianna.jade for choosing me to tattoo her beautiful face, taking care of Lola the menace and always being up for drunk trolley rides down the high street ❤️

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Just completed this dreamy space-themed unicorn for Jess! I had such a great day creating this and using this pretty pastel colour palette. Thanks for being a laugh and sitting so well for me 🥰

Made with love at @oldsoultattoostudio

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Just finished this cheeky bush stone curlew in kangaroo paw flowers for Sharon over two sessions! Love the warm color palette that brings this Aussie native to life. Thanks, Sharon—can’t wait to add more to your leg!

What Aussie native

Excited to share this cicada tattoo for Cath, who traveled all the way from Melbourne for the day ✨💪
It was great to give her neck piece a fresh touch-up too. Thanks for making the journey, Cath!

Made at @oldsoultattoostudio

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Unleashing the wild side with this stunning tiger and fan tattoo, inspired by my amazing client Naomi! This is just the first of two pieces—stay tuned for the epic collaboration with the talented Connor Wearn! 🐅🎉

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A lovely healed photo from Jana of her silent princess Zelda themed sternum piece! Thanks so much for taking the time so send this to me, I love seeing how my tattoos heal and settle 🩵

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The cutest puffer fish ever for @bobagremlin38_ ❤️
Thanks so much for your lovely little Halloween gifts and for sitting so well, it’s always a pleasure to see you! 🥰

Tattooed at @oldsoultattoostudio

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Some lovely classic florals for Monique ❤️
Thanks so much gorgeous, I absolutely love working with reds and pinks!

Tattooed at @oldsoultattoostudio

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For one of my lovely Bingley friends @jaredtee ❤️
Both our dogs are called Lola and it had to happen! Thanks for all the funny nights out and laughs at Cando, your dancing will always be a top ten memory 😂🍻

Tattooed at my Leeds home @easy_tiger_ta

This is definitely one of my favourite tattoos to date! Andreá had the coolest idea for a tattoo to pay tribute to his crazy/lazy/hilarious & fun/wine drinking/gorgeous Brazilian wife (who I also had the pleasure of tattooing).

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Personalised tarot card for Ru, thanks so much for the cool idea and choosing me for such a meaningful tattoo 🖤

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Orchids on the collarbone for David’s first tattoo. Thanks for the trust, can’t wait to do the matching side! 🖤

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Had a blast tattooing these matching swallows for Jarlath, thanks so much man!

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Vintage street lamp on the side of the calf for Jayce. Thanks so much mate, it was great tattooing another Aussie!

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Australian magpie for @itstimjacobs 🖤

Thanks for letting me go super bold to fit in with your other work by the amazing @hellhabits

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Jane’s first tattoo! 🖤

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Tiger and lillies for lovely Teigan 🖤

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Thank you Alexis! I’m loving the bold black work at moment 🖤

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For Billie to honour her inner cowgirl 🖤

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A delicate little rose and thistle arrangement for Hannah 🖤

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I’d really love to start tattooing some more fine line and black work pieces! Here’s some wanna do’s with placement suggestions. Please also get at me with your ideas, I want to hear them!

Email littleblackthorntattoo@gmail.com fo

Some simple minimalist flowers for Hannah today, thank you lovely lady x

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Some delicate florals for Sam, thanks so much 🖤
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Tiny little daffodil on the ankle for Claire 🖤
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Thanks Alexis for making my day and getting this lovely piglet dog. Not my usual style but I had a blast, bull terriers are the best! 🖤
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Another addition to Cam’s collection! Thanks so much 🖤
@camscrystalcreations @jaynedoetattoo

A cute little swallow on the back of the arm for Alexis! Thanks for letting me tattoo a black and grey version of one of my available designs 🖤

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Little black butterfly tattooed for Hannah 🖤
I’m back at @jaynedoetattoo now and would love to do more black work pieces! Hit me up via email, melgoodevetattoos@gmail.com to book!

I have some small spaces left if March and would love to tattoo these butterflies!
Please email for prices and availability 🖤

Had a blast tattooing these matching pieces for Cam, thanks so much! 🖤
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Mel Goodeve Tattoos

LOCATION

Old Soul Tattoo Studio, 3/158 Boundary St
West End, QLD 4101

CONTACT

Melgoodevetattoos@gmail.com