Buyan is a nonbinary queer illustrative blackwork tattoo artist. Their subject interests include biodiversity, mythology, folklore, animals, plants, artist collaborations, and occasional colour pieces. In their spare time they’re learning the lyre, French and ASL. They work at Patchwork Art Studio in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Tattooing since 2015.

🔥 Guest Spots and Tattoo Shows! 🔥

Fraser Valley Tattoo Show
Sept 27-29, 2025
Cloverdale Agriplex
17763 62 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 1W8

Calgary Tattoo Show
Oct 17-19, 2025
BMO Centre
1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1

Victoria
Nov 6, 2025
The Brass Iris Studio
941 Esquimalt Rd #941-B, Victoria, BC V9A 3M7

Buyan is a certified GMB Fitness personal trainer. They want to help tattoo artists and creatives, gain physical autonomy to continue to do what they love. As well as trans, non-binary, queer, neurodivergent and otherwise marginalized people move with confidence. They’re available for private coaching in Coal Harbor neighborhood. Certified since 2024.

Patchwork Art Studio (by appointment)
311 Water Street