Mother Goose.
The main floor at Mother Goose Tattoo, Kensington — chairs against the green wall

35 Stubbs St · Kensington

The studio

Green walls, gilt mirrors, three chairs and a proper coffee setup. Built for long, considered work — not a conveyor belt.

Three artists tattooing clients at once on the main floor at Mother Goose Tattoo
Tattoo chairs lined up against the deep green wall at Mother Goose Tattoo
The pink Mother Goose Tattoo neon sign reflected in the gilt mirror
An artist tattooing a client’s arm under the ring light
Close detail of a face tattoo being worked at Mother Goose Tattoo
A tattoo chair beside the full-length gilt mirror at Mother Goose Tattoo

Day to day

@mothergoose.tattoo

Fresh work, guest spots and whoever’s in the chair that week — it all goes up on Instagram first. That’s also the fastest way to reach us.

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Getting here

Visiting

35 Stubbs St
Kensington VIC 3031
0440 133 119
  • — Ten minutes from the CBD; walk up from Kensington Station.
  • — Street parking on Stubbs St, usually free.
  • — By appointment — your artist confirms the time.
  • — Ink Off Laser is in the same building for lightening and cover-up prep.
Find your artistAftercare guide
An artist and client mid-session at Mother Goose Tattoo, Kensington

Common questions

Before you come in

Where is Mother Goose Tattoo?
35 Stubbs St, Kensington VIC 3031 — about ten minutes north-west of the Melbourne CBD and a short walk from Kensington Station. Street parking is usually available on Stubbs St.
Do I need an appointment?
Mostly yes. Every artist here is independent and keeps their own book, so you arrange your piece with them directly on Instagram. Walk-ins happen when someone has a gap, but a DM first is the reliable way in.
Can I get a cover-up or have an old tattoo lightened?
Yes — Ink Off Laser shares the building, so lightening and cover-up prep happen on site. Talk to your artist about how many laser sessions your piece needs before they start drawing.
How long can a session run?
The room is set up for long sits — six to eight hours is normal for large-scale work. Chairs are booked by the day, so your artist is not rushed by the next booking.
Do artists take walk-ins for small tattoos?
Sometimes. Flash and small pieces can often be squeezed in on a quiet day. Check @mothergoose.tattoo or message the artist you want before making the trip.