Ink, lineage, and community - built by African artists on Nostr.
Proofofink.art connects studios, suppliers, and collectors through long-form storytelling, a decentralized marketplace, and real-world gatherings.
Shop needles, inks, and healing supplies directly from artists through the marketplace.
Contact artists with encrypted studio DMs - secure and relay-friendly.
Built for African tattoo ecosystems
From Lagos to Nairobi, connect with suppliers and storytellers through Nostr-powered content and marketplaces.
Supplies that travel with you
Source inks, needles, and aftercare from African suppliers. Listings update in real time from Nostr relays.
Long-form artist stories
Publish studio diaries, cultural essays, and portfolio breakdowns in rich long-form posts.
Gatherings & residencies
Find pop-ups, guest spots, and cultural festivals in the events calendar.
Supplies & studio essentials
Live listings from across the relay network.
Long-form stories & studio notes
Long-form content spotlighting tattoo histories, artists, and practices.
Upcoming gatherings
Track pop-ups, residencies, and festivals in the events calendar.
Open an encrypted studio chat
Send an encrypted direct message to the Proof of Ink hub or use the fallback contact details.