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Hanna Kello . Owner, Artist

Hello! I’m Hanna Kello, owner and artist of Hive Tattoo in Farmington, Michigan.

As a teen I started my career in ceramics. Working with my hands and creating is what drives my passions, from glassblowing, to trinkets, jewelry, and straws. In 2019, I took a risk quitting my desk job to explore tattooing. Since then, I have been able to accomplish seemingly impossible pieces with grace and meticulous precision. And despite being a perfectionist, I am an incredibly kind and friendly artist who loves to work with my clients to create a masterpiece we will both cherish forever.

Had a blast bringing this neon, ‘90s-inspired skateboarding T-Rex to life. Bold colors, crisp lines, and a whole lot of attitude—this one was so much fun to tattoo! Big thanks to my client for trusting me with this wild idea. If you&rsqu
Fresh ink from the Motor City Tattoo Expo! 🦜🌿 Had an absolute blast working on this vibrant red knobbed hornbill, bringing all the bold colors and details to life. I love tattooing wildlife, and this piece was a fun challenge with all the texture a
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✨ Exciting News for 2025! ✨ My books for the rest of 2024 are completely full, but if you’re hoping to snag a last-minute spot, I do have one opening this Thursday, November 21st—first come, first served! For 2025, I’m officially
“Captured in a vial: a little piece of the deep sea 🌊🐙 Loved bringing this unique concept to life, mixing vibrant colors with a touch of whimsy. Swipe to see how it healed after some time! Tattoos like these are always a fun challenge.”
In loving memory of Bean 🐾✨ It was an honor to create this memorial tattoo, capturing the spirit and personality of a beloved friend. Memorial tattoos hold so much meaning, and I’m grateful to have been part of preserving Bean’s memory i
Had a blast freehanding each of these trees for this nature-themed sleeve. We’ve got an Eastern Red Cedar, a Douglas Fir, and a Coast Redwood in the mix, all coming together to create a cool, layered forest vibe. The depth and detail in this pi
Super excited to share this piece, which was one of my “wanna dos”! Bringing this floral and honeycomb design to life was incredibly satisfying. The combination of delicate flowers with the structured honeycomb pattern really makes it pop
🌿✨ Here’s something special I created entirely freehand—no stencil, no reference photos, just pure flow and creativity! There’s something incredibly rewarding about letting the design come to life directly on the skin, making it tr
🦀✨ Swipe to see the transformation! This little crab was in need of some serious TLC, and I was more than happy to bring it back to life. Just to clarify—I didn’t do the original tattoo, but I had the opportunity to refresh and refine it
I had a blast creating this one! The symmetry and detail in mandalas are always so satisfying to work on. Each line, each dot, coming together to form a striking and intricate pattern. The challenge of getting everything just right is what makes thes
🐨✨ Throwback to this adorable koala tattoo I had the pleasure of creating! 🐨🌸 Koalas are such fascinating creatures, and capturing this one nestled among some vibrant blossoms was a joy. Did you know that koalas sleep up to 18-22 hours a day? They