Costa Rica · Private studio
A tattoo is more than decoration. It's your story told without words.
01 / Manifesto
We don't do assembly-line tattoos. Every piece starts as a conversation, is designed from scratch for your skin and your story, and is executed with the patience of someone who knows this stays with you forever. No rush. No regrets.
— La Vida Ink
02 / Portfolio
Filter by style and tap any piece. Pieces on screen: 25
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Mario Guzmán
12+ years tattooing03 / The Artist
Over a decade of craft, thousands of hours on the machine, and an honest obsession with a clean line. Every piece is designed, refined and approved with you before it ever touches skin.
I work by appointment, one client at a time. That means the day you come in, the studio is yours: no noise, no rush, no audience.
Specialties
- 01Blackwork
- 02Realism
- 03Fine line
- 04Geometric
- 05Lettering
04 / The Studio
Private, quiet, and sterilized. Every material comes fully sealed, and we wear gloves and masks in every session. Air conditioning with particle filters ensures a pure environment. Proper waste handling. Come see the studio before you decide; the coffee's on us.
Full privacy
One client at a time. No crowded waiting room, no onlookers.
Biosafety
Disposable needles and cartridges, gloves and mask, A/C with a particle filter.
Custom design
No wall flash. Everything is designed for you — bring your idea or inspiration.
Follow-up
Healing check-ins and a touch-up included where applicable.
Hours
- Monday – Friday10:00 – 19:00
- Saturday10:00 – 17:00
- SundayBy prior appointment only
Location
Plaza Topxteriors, local B1
Guachipelín, Escazú
San José, Costa Rica
100 m sur de Distrito 4
05 / For travelers
The souvenir that doesn't break, doesn't get lost in your luggage and doesn't end up in a drawer. If you're passing through the country, this is for you.
Pura Vida
Pick your lettering
How many days do you have left here?
English spoken
The consultation, the design and the aftercare instructions, in your language.
Single-use gear
Disposable needles and cartridges, approved inks. You can see everything before we start.
Designed before you land
Message us from home: you arrive and the design is ready, without spending a day of your holiday.
An honest tip
If your trip includes the beach, save the tattoo for your last days. Direct sun and salt water ruin a fresh tattoo, and it needs two weeks of care. Flying the next day is no problem at all.
What travelers ask for most
- Pura Vida
- Sloth
- Hummingbird
- Frog
- Sea turtle
- Spanish phrases
06 / The Experience
Tell me your idea on WhatsApp: references, body placement, approximate size. I reply with feasibility, price range, and availability.
07 / Book
Pick your options and I'll write the message for you. WhatsApp opens with everything filled in — you just hit send.
Message preview
Hi! I'm coming from your website and I'd like to ask about a tattoo.
08 / FAQ
It depends on size, placement, level of detail, and how many sessions it needs. Once I see your idea I give you a firm range before booking — you'll never walk in not knowing the price.