I’m Justin Barlahan, a professional tattoo artist based on the island of Maui, Hawai‘i. With over seven years of experience, I’ve dedicated my craft to creating tattoos that carry both artistry and intention — timeless pieces that speak to personal stories and lasting meaning.

Tattooing, for me, has always been more than ink and skin — it’s a collaboration, a conversation, and a reflection of the soul behind the art.

Joining me on this journey is my wife, Kara Barlahan, who brings years of experience in the visual arts and a deep creative eye. After a year of apprenticing under my guidance, Kara is merging her artistic foundation with the discipline of tattooing — transforming passion into practice.

Together, we’ve spent over a decade growing side by side in life and now in craft, building Cornerstone Ink as a studio that reflects excellence, authenticity, and heart. Grounded in faith and family, we aim to create a space where art meets purpose — where every design carries both story and soul.

Whether you’re local or visiting our island, we’d love the opportunity to create something meaningful and enduring with you.

Let’s make something timeless together.