The Tribute Team
Expert advice, and outstanding service.
Matt Cottrell is an accomplished modification artist with a professional manner & dark aesthetic. He has been praised by professionals and his loyal client base for his extensive procedural knowledge and his calm, comforting demeanour. He was voted as one of the best, most trustworthy piercers in North America by an online industry poll. He treats every procedure with equal attention and artistry - from a routine ear, facial or nose piercing, to micro-dermal implants, dermal punches, genital and corset piercings, to the most intricate scarification or tattoo.
Matt began in the industry making his own body piercing jewelry by hand, later becoming a body piercer himself. His reputation and expertise as a body piercer has allowed him to travel all across Canada. He is seriously passionate about his craft and has dedicated his life to it. His passion for learning about different cultures and traditions is reflected in his work. He is constantly exploring new techniques of body modification and following developments in the industry. He has an extensive knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and uses many tools from the medical field. Matt has done outstanding scarification work within existing tattoos and is happy to consult with you about your body modification or tattoo concept, whether it be a standard procedure or an unusual idea.
Matt’s artistic abilities and unique vision make him a trusted source for inspiration when you want that image that is just perfect for you.
Having been in the body modification field as an inspiration and a recognized leader for over 25 years means you will be in the best hands possible at Tribute Studios.
Tribute Studios is proud to introduce our clients to Jeanine, the newest member of the Tribute Studios team. Jeanine is born and raised in Huron County, and brings her training and years of experience as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) to the line-up.
A long-time supporter of the body modification industry, Jeanine has made a change of career to follow her passion and is now available for a variety of procedures and is continuing her training with Matt to be the best and most diverse artist/piercer she can be.
You can follow Jeanine’s work on her Instagram page as well!
Abi Bos was born and raised in Huron County. She originally came to Tribute Studios as a CoOp student in her final year at CHSS, and after graduating in 2022 she began working at Tribute Studios in Goderich, and studying as a tattoo apprentice.
Abi believes that art, and the expression it offers, fuels an escape from the day to day by allowing us to express important, unspoken feelings and desires.
Abi brings this to her style and reflects it in her offerings to her clients.
Abi is a multi-talented artist and brings her inspiration from the world around her to all of her art. She loves forward thinking, bright, bold, messages of expression, and hopes to help her clients realize their artistic dreams.
Abi’s Profile Image is by Elly McRae
Mark is the administrative lead. He has been with Tribute Studios since 2020, coming from the Huron Chamber of Commerce. He has served on the board of the Chamber, and as the Chamber’s representative on the Goderich Downtown BIA.
Bringing his talent for organisation and quick wit to the day-to-day operations, he makes sure clients feel welcome, and are always treated with the utmost sincerity and discretion.
Matt’s art is available suitable for framing. He also has limited availability for commissions.
