— Oslo’s Most Awarded Tattoo Studio
Where Ink
Becomes Art.
Award winning tattoo and piercing studio in the heart of Oslo — trusted by locals, travelers, and public figures for hyperrealism and custom design work.
Google Rating
Google Reviews
Years Experience
Tattoo Awards
— Meet the Founder
Oslo’s Leading Hyperrealism &
Portrait Tattoo Artist
Master Piercer | Hyperrealism Tattoo Artist
Anastasis “Anko” Koukoulas founded Viaticum Gallery to bring world-class tattooing and piercing to Oslo.
A multi-award-winning artist specializing in hyperrealism and portrait work, and a master piercer with nearly a decade of experience, Anko has built a studio recognized internationally — and featured in Inked Magazine — for precision, hygiene, and artistry.
— Reputation & Recognition
Why Oslo Trusts Viaticum Gallery
Watch real client feedbacks from our – Happy Customers.
See what our clients are saying. Real reviews from real people who trusted us with their tattoos and piercings.
Recommend Anko and Viaticum Gallery for a similar experience
This tattoo has a very special meaning to me and is a little piece of Greece that I’ll always carry with me. 🇬🇷❤️
I’m absolutely in love with the result. Thank you Tanou for creating something so beautiful, personal and meaningful. ✨
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50+ international tattoo awards, including Cyprus and Bergen’s Best.
Trusted by athletes, singers, and public personalities from across Norway and beyond.
Backed by elite tattoo and lifestyle brands — proudly sponsored by Red Bull.
— What We Do
Our Specialties
Five disciplines, one obsessive standard of craft — from first sketch to final healed piece.
Tattoo
Custom tattoos built from concept to skin, blending modern technique with timeless craftsmanship.
Piercing
Precision body piercing in a sterile, professional environment.
Custom Design
One-on-one consultations to turn your idea into a one-of-a-kind piece.
Cover Ups
Transform old, unwanted ink into something you're proud to wear.
PMU
Brows, lips, and eyeliner that hold their shape and color, done right.
— The Team
Meet the Artists
— International Guest Artists
World-Class Artists,
Visiting Oslo
We’re expanding our roster with respected guest artists from around the world, each bringing their own style, technique, and perspective to Viaticum Gallery.
From hyperrealism to fine line, blackwork to floral work, our guest spots are a chance to experience artistry you won’t find anywhere else in Oslo — for a limited time only.
Follow us on Instagram or check back here soon to see who’s visiting next, and be ready to book before their calendar fills up.
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— Our Work
A Portfolio Years in the Making
A glimpse into our tattoo work — explore the full portfolio for more.
A small selection from our piercing portfolio — see the full collection below.
— Beyond the Studio
Home to Oslo’s Most Sought-After Tattoo Events
Long queues. Sold-out events. Viaticum Gallery hosts some of Oslo’s biggest and most in-demand tattoo happenings, drawing crowds eager to get inked.
Backstage at major shows like Tons of Rock and Karpe World, Anko is the name behind it all. More than a studio, Viaticum Gallery is a hub for the international tattoo community.
— Beyond the Studio
Your Tattoo Idea Deserves a Free Consultation
Skip the guesswork — visit our studio for a free design consultation over a cup of coffee, and let our artists bring your idea to life.
— From the Studio
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— Questions
Find Your Answers Fast
How do I book an appointment with your artists?
For all appointment requests, please use our “Tattoo Order Form” form or “Piercing Order Form” form. This will request all the information we need from you to book your appointment.
Where can I find your body piercing prices?
You can find our prices for piercing by clicking on our “Piercing Order Form”.
How old should I be?
For tattooing you must be 18 years old. Even with parental approval, we do not tattoo anyone under 18.
Age limits for piercing:
We require identification from everyone getting pierced, even if accompanied by a guardian. Guardians must also show identification.
These are our age limits:
6 years (accompanied by parent) – earlobe 15 years (accompanied by parent) – ear, nose, eyebrow and navel 16 years – tongue and lip 18 years – cheek, bridge, surface, nipple, genital, microdermal.
What is the minimum price?
The minimum artist starting price is 1,500 NOK (kroner) / 150 euros / 150 US dollars.
The apprentice starting price is 1000 kroner / 100 euros / 100 US dollars.
Anko charges 3,000 kroner / 300 euros / 300 US dollars per hour.
How do I pay?
We accept cash, most debit cards, vipps and PayPal.
Do I have to pay a deposit?
Depending on the size of the project, a deposit of close to 1/3 of the price must be paid.
Piercing appointments do not require a deposit.