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a simple idea.
Established in 2022, La Maison des Artistes is a woman-owned studio created by tattoo artist and founder, Lauren Smith - whom you may also know as, ‘Loz’.
After years of working in various studios, Loz was driven to create a truly artist-focused space in Vancouver.
Her vision was to establish a studio that stood out from the rest—an environment where collaboration and creativity could flourish, free from the egos and hierarchies that often dominate the industry. The vision was simple. Yet, finding such an environment along the way proved surprisingly challenging.
Before pursuing a career in tattooing, Loz built a diverse background within the hospitality industry, eventually rising to a management position with a thriving restaurant group in Vancouver. Working closely with the ownership team allowed for valuable firsthand experience into the inner workings of a successful business. This experience shaped her understanding of the importance of fostering a strong team dynamic and creating an environment that not only attracts, but retains the right talent.
With humble beginnings and together with the support of a small, strong core team of other tattooers - the La Maison Studio was born.
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our evolution.
In just a few years, La Maison bloomed and is now home to more than 12 resident artists and a number of guest artists hailing from across the globe.
This expansion reflects not only our commitment to growth of our environment, but also allows us to provide a strong portfolio of artists that specialize in a wide-range of different styles - so no matter your preferences, we’ve got you covered.
From small beginnings, La Maison established a strong foothold in Vancouver’s tattoo scene and has solidified its’ reputation as one of Vancouver’s premier tattoo spaces.
From flash day events, to markets and more - we seek to connect with the wider community and look to celebrate art in all its forms. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on upholding our standards of excellence, ensuring that both our artists and clients feel valued and inspired.
We’re also grateful to have our artists and space featured in a number of news articles, check them out below:
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