Pedro Velarde came to Biarritz for the surf. He stayed for tattooing. For ten years, his discreet studio has received clients who travel from far away — not for the price, not for speed, but for what he does with a needle and an idea.
A style that comes from somewhere
Pedro doesn’t do generic tattoos. His work is rooted in an aesthetic that borrows from engraving, naturalist illustration, and Basque maritime tradition. Recurring motifs: the sea, the rocks, deep-sea creatures. But also portraits — faces, hands, fragments of landscape. Every piece is discussed at length before it’s made.
The waiting list that doesn’t apologise
He doesn’t take every project. Some don’t match what he does or what he wants to do. The waiting list is long — usually several months. It’s not an availability problem. It’s a choice. And the people who understand that choice tend to be those who leave with the tattoo they were looking for.
How to reach him
Via Instagram — the only channel where he’s active. Send your project by message, explaining what you’re looking for and why you think his work is a match. The more precise you are, the faster the response.