Hef Hughes

Based at CXF Wellbeing in the beautifully restored Old Pump House, Rhos‑on‑Sea (Conwy, LL28 4EW), Hef Hughes is the sole artist behind Absalut Ink Tattoo Parlour

After kicking off his career as an airbrush artist over a decade ago, Hef discovered his calling in tattooing—channelling his passion and fine art skills into skin‑deep masterpieces absalutink.co.uk. He specialises in freehand custom tattoos, with a particular flair for realism—think stunning wildlife scenes, emotive portraits, and sleek black‑and‑grey pieces

Anecdotal praise from clients highlights his skill and warmth:

“Awesome guy! unbelievable talent of free hand drawing, cannot recommend enough.”
“What a great friendly atmosphere and plenty of help to fine tune your design!”

What sets Hef apart:

• Custom artistry: Every tattoo is uniquely designed—no tracing or cookie‑cutter templates, just organic, individually conceived art .
• Realism specialist: Deep blacks, smooth shading, lifelike detail—whether it’s animal fur or human faces.
• Client‑centred approach: Comfortable, professional, and hygienic environment with clear aftercare guidance. Hef wants each client to walk away truly happy with their ink.

Professional background at a glance:

• 10+ years in the creative field (airbrush → tattooing)
• Based at Absalut Ink, Old Pump House, Rhos‑on‑Sea
• Appointments by deposit (£20/hr), with evening slots on request
• Active on Facebook and Instagram (1.3K+ followers), where his portfolio and works‑in‑progress are regularly shared

Perfect for:
📌 Clients seeking bespoke, freehand, realistic tattoos—portraits, wildlife motifs, covers, and more—backed by years of finely‑honed artistry and a welcoming studio vibe.

FYI Studio Hours:

• Tue: 10:00–19:00
• Wed: 10:00–19:00
• Thu: 10:00–17:00
• Fri: 10:00–19:00
• Sat: 10:00–17:00
  (Closed Mon & Sun)

Dm me on Instagram: @absalutink