Jess Stocks voted Fraser Coast’s best tattoo artist

The Fraser Coast’s best tattoo artist has been crowned, with two others scoring honourable mentions in hard-fought battle.

Jess Stocks, 22 of Maryborough, is the Fraser Coast's best tattoo artist..

Becoming a tattoo artist may not have been Jess Stocks’ first career choice but it is clear after being named the best on the Fraser Coast she has gone down the right career path.

Ms Stocks dominated the poll, gaining 16 per cent of the votes and finishing 7 per cent in front of runner-up Jeremy Roach of Chroma Private Studio.

Operating out of Kode Inks Tinana studio, the Maryborough resident said the business had pushed itself to “be the best in the region by stepping up to the plate” by creating body art that boosted its clients’ confidence.

Originally desiring to work in the education sector, Ms Stocks could not say no to a six-month internship in Gympie which allowed her to live her dream of getting paid to make art.

Jess Stocks, 22 of Maryborough, is the Fraser Coast's best tattoo artist..

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Ms Stocks credits her victory to the “distinct style of tattooing” she holds as well as the “bubbly” personality she carries within the studio.

Additionally, she believes her commitment to educating herself and the constant improvement of her skills has also helped forward her career significantly.

Kode Ink Tattoo is located at 87 Gympie Road, Tinana.

Jess Stocks, 22 of Maryborough, has been voted the Fraser Coast's best tattoo artist 2023.

Originally published as Jess Stocks voted Fraser Coast’s best tattoo artist