Lauren Rivera 
A popular tattoo artist in the greater NYC + NJ area has announced plans to open a multifaceted art space in Jersey City. Alena Wedderburn, known for her hyper-realism pieces, avant-garde tattooing style, and appearance on season 16 of Paramount’s Ink Master, will open her own tattoo shop and fine art studio this March at 251 Washington Street. Read on for what to know about Alena Wedderburn’s new art space coming to Jersey City, this spring.
The Details
On Wednesday, August 6th, 2025, local tattoo artist Alena Wedderburn took to Instagram to subtly announce the launch of her new business, coming soon to Jersey City.
Photo Credit: Alena Wedderburn
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Coming this March, the space will double as a tattoo studio for custom pieces and a creative hub where residents can express their artistic talents. Aiming to “keep traditional art alive,” Alena shared with The Hoboken Girl that the space will host events like sip + paint nights, figure drawing and painting sessions, and more. “It [won’t be] your regular street tattoo shop,” Alena said.
Photo Credit: Alena Wedderburn
Chroma announced on Instagram that its ribbon-cutting will take place on Saturday, March 7th, followed by an official grand opening celebration on Sunday, March 8th.
About Alena Wedderburn
Alena Wedderburn is a NYC and NJ-based tattoo artist specializing in black + grey realism, color, and micro-realism. For Alena, “every tattoo holds significance,” her website reads, “whether a personal symbol, a tribute, or a vibrant expression of individuality.”
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Alena was featured in season 16 of Paramount’s Ink Master. This is a reality competition series where skilled artists across the country compete in tattoo-related challenges until one person is crowned the “Ink Master.” Season 16 aired in December 2024.
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