Mai Jardim Tattoo

Mai Jardim Tattoo is a tattoo studio based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, led by tattoo artist Maíra Jardim, who also travels to work in various other cities. Clients in Belo Horizonte are received at the Niê studio in the city center as well as at her personal studio in Venda Nova. The approach centers on turning client ideas into meaningful, custom tattoo designs, with each project developed exclusively for the person requesting it, encouraging clients to share their story and vision before the piece is created.

The studio offers the handpoke technique, a traditional hand-tattooing method learned during a trip to Buenos Aires that uses a single needle instead of a machine. This approach is highlighted as especially suited to delicate areas like fingers and hands, where machine-made tattoos are more prone to blurring or blowing out. Handpoke work is described as offering a more comfortable, less painful process, sophisticated fine detail, a rustic and authentic aesthetic, and a more intimate connection between artist and client. Appointments can be booked directly through the studio's contact channels.