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

Tattoo Aftercare in Vietnam’s Tropical Climate: The Complete Guide

August 9, 2026

If you’re getting inked at a tattoo studio in Ho Chi Minh City, the biggest…

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Cover-Up Tattoos in Ho Chi Minh City: Options, Process & Cost (2026)

August 8, 2026

If you’re searching for a cover up tattoo Ho Chi Minh City studio can stand…

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Tattoo Studio in Ho Chi Minh City: What to Expect From Your First Visit

August 7, 2026

Walking into a tattoo studio in Ho Chi Minh City for the first time can…

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Tattoo Shops in Ho Chi Minh City: How to Choose the Right One (2026)

August 5, 2026

If you’ve typed “tattoo shops in Ho Chi Minh City” into Google at 1am, you…

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Best Tattoo Studios in Hanoi (2026 Guide)

July 31, 2026

Hanoi has one of the most vibrant tattoo scenes in Vietnam. From the historic streets…

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Vietnamese-Style Tattoos in Ho Chi Minh City: Meanings & Designs

July 31, 2026

For travellers and locals alike, a Vietnamese-style tattoo is one of the most meaningful pieces…

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Tattoo Artists in Ho Chi Minh City: How to Find the Right One

July 31, 2026

Behind every great tattoo is a skilled artist. In Ho Chi Minh City, a growing…

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Dragonfly Tattoo Meaning: Symbolism, Styles & Placement Guide

July 30, 2026

A dragonfly rarely stays still long enough for you to really look at it —…

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Top 8 Tattoo Studios in Hanoi (2026 Guide)

July 30, 2026

Hanoi’s Old Quarter has quietly become one of Southeast Asia’s most talked-about tattoo destinations. Within…

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Cat Tattoo Meaning: Symbolism, Styles, and Ideas Explained

July 30, 2026

Cats have been sitting on the fence between the sacred and the sinister for thousands…

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Fine Line Tattoo in Ho Chi Minh City: Styles, Care & Cost

July 23, 2026

Fine line tattoos have become the most requested style among younger clients in Ho Chi…

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Where to Get a Tattoo in District 1, Saigon (2026 Guide)

July 23, 2026

If you are looking for a tattoo in Ho Chi Minh City, District 1 is…

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