AN AWARD-winning Maori tattooist who has inked the likes of Robbie Williams is coming to Colchester.

Te Rangitu Netana [ALL CORR] is coming to the UK for the summer, and will be booking work whilst he is in Colchester.

The Ta Moko artist has been involved in the production and promotion of the native artwork within his own and other tribes for more than 17 years.

Te Rangitu has a distinctive style, recognised for its detail, flow, and fine lines. He uses a lot of fine, intricate patterns which are often not visible until close up to a person.

A Facebook group called ‘I want a tattoo by Te Rangitu Netana’ has been created to take bookings in advance of his stay in Colchester, between August 16 and August 30.