Su Tran, founder and tattoo artist at Sutran Tattoo Studio

Su Tran

Founder & Tattoo Artist

Su Tran (real name Tran Huu Trong, born 1993) is the founder and owner of Sutran Tattoo Studio in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. With more than 12 years of tattooing, he specializes in realism and micro realism in both color and black & grey, and also works in abstract and watercolor styles. He studied architecture for seven years before turning to tattooing, won first place in the "Best of the Day" category at Vietnam Tattoo Expo 2018, and has judged tattoo competitions.

Awards & press

  • First place, "Best of the Day" — Vietnam Tattoo Expo 2018 (Dan Tri)
  • First and second prize (team Su Tran Tattoo) — Hanoink Fes 2016 (ZNews)
  • Running his own studio in Hanoi since 2012, now also in Ho Chi Minh City

Articles by Su Tran

Abstract Tattoo: Meaning, Styles, and What to Expect Before Getting One

September 16, 2026

What Is an Abstract Tattoo? An abstract tattoo is a design built from shapes, lines,…

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Color Work Tattoo: The Complete Guide to Vibrant, Long-Lasting Color Tattoos

September 15, 2026

What Is a Color Work Tattoo? A color work tattoo is a piece built primarily…

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Maori Tattoo: Meaning, Symbols, and What to Know Before Getting One

September 14, 2026

What Is a Maori Tattoo? A Maori tattoo is a tattoo style rooted in the…

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Ornamental Tattoo: The Complete Guide to Meaning, Design & Aftercare

September 13, 2026

What Is an Ornamental Tattoo? An ornamental tattoo is a style built around decorative pattern…

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Lettering Tattoo: The Complete Guide to Meaning, Fonts, and Placement

September 12, 2026

What Is a Lettering Tattoo? A lettering tattoo is a design built entirely — or…

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Lotus Tattoo: Meaning, Styles and Design Ideas

September 11, 2026

What Is a Lotus Tattoo? A lotus tattoo is a design built around the lotus…

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Tattoo Tourism in Vietnam: Why Travelers Fly to Saigon for Ink

September 9, 2026

Vietnam draws travelers for its street food, coastline, and centuries-old temples, but a growing number…

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Not Sure What Tattoo to Get? How Su Tran Tattoo Studio Hanoi Builds Custom Concepts

September 8, 2026

Not Sure What Tattoo to Get? Start Here If you want a tattoo but have…

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Tattoo Shops in Hanoi: Neighborhoods, Styles & the 2026 Scene

September 7, 2026

Ask five different visitors where to find good tattoo shops Hanoi travelers actually recommend, and…

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Asian Traditional Tattoo: Meaning, Symbolism & Where to Get One in Hanoi

September 6, 2026

What Is an Asian Traditional Tattoo? An Asian traditional tattoo is a style rooted in…

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Cover-Up Tattoo Price: What Drives the Cost and What to Expect

September 5, 2026

If you’re researching cover up tattoo price before booking a session, here’s the short answer.…

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Tattoo Size Chart: Common Tattoo Sizes in Cm and How Studios Quote Them

September 4, 2026

What Is a Tattoo Size Chart? A tattoo size chart is a reference table that…

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