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This Showcases our Artists Instagram Feeds & Favourite Tattoos!

Some more added to this sleeve 💪🏻

#tattoo #tamoko #christchurch

Dope sit absolute machine @gemwadsy !!

More blackwork 🖤 DM TO BOOK

#tattoo #blackwork #christchurch

Freehand coverup fingers 💪🏻

#coverup #tattoo #blackwork

Sausage approved this Hannya mask tattoo !

Looking forward to doing the other side 👊🏻

#tattoo #christchurch #hannya

No edits just raw blackout, bottom half healed 💪🏻💪🏻

If you want to discuss your blackout give me a message 🙌

#blackout #black #tattoo

Foodog with a full face of moko 👊🏻

#foodog #tattoo #christchurch

Can do girly tattoos too 🤷‍♂️

Book with me send me a dm 💪🏼

#tattoo #christchurch #witch

Full day sit !! 💪🏼💪🏼 strong stuff

Looking for more blackout or this style projects hmu!!

#tattoo #christchurch #black

Come drive some balls with a couple of beginner golfers, No animals were hurt in this video 😂

Like this reel if you want to see more delinquents playing gods game ⛳️

Been pretty slack on the posting but this is what I’ve been up too lately ! I have time with my discounted deal only 5 spots left DM TO BOOK!!

#christchurch #tattoo #bigorsmall

Joker face and dat 👊🏻
(Still a lil bloody n red)

#tattoo #christchurch #joker

Tough sit, Blackout blast over !
Bottom half fully healed

One more inner session to come, 💪🏻

#blackout #blastover #tattoo

Sick black and grey piece for Ewan!

I have limited spots left this month DM ME!

#tattoo #skeleton #christchurch

Large scale Black & Grey added onto this leg sleeve in progress !

If you like this style or are wanting something similar message to book 🖤

#tattoo #christchurch #blackandgrey

Coverup lion 🦁
Swipe ——>

I have little time left in February if your wanting to get in dm me!

#lion #tattoo #christchurch

Swipe left for a still ——>

More horror portraits more horror more blackout give me a message to book 💪🏻💪🏻

Freehand Blackwork blast over 🤮

Absolute legend sit 4hrs in total 💪🏻

#blackout #blackwork #christchurch

Black blast over for @rt.inked 🤝

#tattoo #blackwork #christchurch

Some more on this Chicano leg sleeve !

Always down for Chicano if you like this sleeve give me a message for a consult 💪🏻

#chicano #christchurch #tattoo

Background and adding onto this dragon for Tommy 💪🏻

#tattoo #japanese #christchurch

Added more to this DBz sleeve 💪🏻

I have some avaliable slots this month message me 👍🏼

#dbz #tattoo #krillin

BOOKING OUT JANUARY
CHRISTCHURCH
DM TO BOOK 💪🏼

BOOKING OUT JANUARY
DM TO BOOK 📖

#tattoo #christchurch #bigcat

Additional to this Egyptian themed sleeve! 💪🏼

#Egyptian #mummy #tattoo

7 deadly sins half torso on @granthamjoe
What a mad sitting 12 hours 2 days back to back legend 💪🏻

#sins #tattoo #deadly

Healed foreground and fresh background for Cole 🔥💪🏻

#japanese #tattoo #christchurch

Swipe to see what we covered ——>

If your looking to do a coverup please do the research of the artist your going to see to avoid the second slide 🫡

#tattoo #coverup #coveruponcoveruponcoverup

Second session of this full Harry Potter back piece 👊🏻
Follow along for the journey!

#harrypotter #dobby #tattoo

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The local is where it’s at @blackthornchch 🥷

#tattoonz #chch

Simple little gap filler from today 🌼

I have found since beginning this journey within the industry that I am my biggest critic, and tend to forget that everyone had to start somewhere! Im thankful for those that are supporting and trusting me throughout the progress, you guys make this possible thank you 🥹💖

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#tattooapprentice #christchurchnz #newzealandtattoo

Little end of week bomb giving the break room a minor make over 🎨🧑‍🎨🖌️

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#christchurchtattoo #spraypaint #nzartist #newzealandtattoo

Flowery flash feels to start of the month of April!

🌼$100 PER FLOWER (no bigger than palm size)🌼

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Direct message for any enquires 📧

#tattoo #christchurchtattoo #tattoonz

Small design from today! Enjoyed practicing a different kind of style! 🐱🦂

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Message for enquires! 💬

#blackworktattoos #christchurch #nztattooartist

Little lotus done on myself yesterday! Loving this sorta style so much lately! 🪷💕

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Dm me for enquires

#christchurchtattoo #lotustattoo #nz

New practice pieces currently in the works🐝

Staying focused, humble and committed to the craft �— regardless of the noise that can come with growth🌸

#nztattoo #christchurchtattoo #aotearoa
#nztattooartist

I’m currently training & building my portfolio, which means the next few weeks I will be offering heavily discounted prices for training purposes 🫵

Thank you to the only and only @xtattedblondiex for having full confidence and allowing me to permanently paint you 🔥

⚡️Limited spots
📩 DM to enquire!

*Please note I will not be doing any complex designs whilst still training*

#christchurchtattoo #tattoo #aotearoa

Update on the progress of this forearm lotus design!
Shading is underway! Excited for the end result⚔️

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Follow for more updates!

#tattooer #tattoochristchurch #shadingtechniques

Neo trad for practice this upcoming week! Excited to delve into this style a lot more!🐍⚔️

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Follow for more of updates 🕷️

#tattooer #christchurch #tattooartist

Fun little project Ill be tackling today in studio on this cold morning🥶❄️

Keep up with how it goes - FOLLOW for more ⚔️

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#tattooer #aotearoanz #christchurchtattoo

IYKYK🤯⚔️

Building a loyal clientele should be effortless when your personality rivals the main character in Split 🔮

@blackthornchch

#tattoodaily #tattoo #femaletattooers

Big ups to my husband for lending his cheek for the first time on machine❤️😈

#firsttimers #tattoo #christchurchtattoo

Can not wait to get back in the studio next week. 🏠

I’m more determined than I’ve ever been , the year of the horse is coming in fast 🐎🇨🇳

#tattoo #christchurch #newzealand

Challenging my capabilities is what this year ordered 🙏⏳
#tattoonz #christchurch

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When an artist is provided the right mentoring & the room to grow their potential becomes undeniable and will begin to show in ways some aren’t able to comprehend. Let them cook 💪👀👨‍🍳

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#tattoonz #christchurch #artistssupportingartists

🚨 ( MAY ) GUEST SPOT 🚨

We have @bridgyism coming to guest with us for a couple of days in MAY, he only he has two avaliable spaces get in fast -

THURSDAY 14th
FRIDAY 15th

Absolute weapon on the freehand script game & the smoothest shader out, message us or him to book 📖💪🏻

🚨 TATTOO ARTIST WANTED – CHRISTCHURCH 🚨

We’re looking for a talented local Christchurch tattoo artist to join our studio.

We offer:
✔️ High percentage option for the right artist
✔️ Chair rental available
✔️ Creative freedom
✔️ Friendly, professional environment
✔️ Opportunity to grow your client base

We are only considering artists based in Christchurch. We are offering percentages & chair rental agreements the best in Christchurch, if you’re sick of working for not as much as your worth we have you covered DM us for a chat!

If you’re passionate, reliable, and serious about your craft, we want to hear from you.

📩 Send us your portfolio or Instagram via DM to apply.

#tattooartist #christchurch #nz

Some cute fineline in studio this week!

Just a reminder to all we can do all styles, so if you have a tattoo that you want give us a message !

#fineline #tattoo #christchurch

Completed sleeve for Cole, completed by @2xchinz

If you like the look of this sleeve then give us a message for a free consultation with our artists!

Time avaliable in April!

#tattoo #japanese #christchurch

Skin rip traditional biomech completed by @2xchinz today!!

Tim has time coming up in April for small & large tattoos give us a message for a free consultant or quote 👊🏻🖤

#tattoo #biomech #christchurch

First session on this sleeve completed by @2xchinz

Time available in April DM us to book 📩

#christchurch #tattoo #blackngrey

Springbok skull for mykah!

Completed by Tim

He has an awesome deal running through March ! Don’t forget to give him a message !

#springbok #tattoo #skull

Elephant completed by Tim!

We have some time available this month with multiple artists of your after your new tattoo give us a message!

#tattoo #elephant #christchurch

Fully healed no touch ups 💪🏻💪🏻
Looking to do more horror portraits will discount horror portraits hmu! 🫡

#horror #portraits #tattoo

Merry Xmas & a Happy New Year !!🥳

We would just like to say Thankyou to everyone that has came through and supported us this year and got some rad tattoos we appreciate every single one of you!

Thankyou everyone that was patient with our move and Thankyou to the clients that stuck with us you guys are the MVPs

Bring on 2026 in a fresh spot with some fresh faces les go 💪🏻💪🏻

🎄 TATTOO GIFT VOUCHERS — NOW AVAILABLE! 🎁
Just in time for Christmas ✨

Looking for the perfect present? Give the gift that lasts a lifetime.
Our Black Thorn Studio Gift Vouchers are now available and make the ultimate Christmas gift for someone special — or even yourself.

Pop in-store to grab yours today and put something unforgettable under the tree. 🌿🖤

- AFTERPAY Available ✅

#tattoo #giftvoucher #tattoochristchurch #christmas

Last of us inspired tattoo completed by @2xchinz !

Limited spaces left for this month with Tim!

#tattoo #christchurch #nz

🕸️Tattoo Apprentice Wanted – Black Thorn Studio🕸️

Are you hard-working, passionate, and ready to dedicate yourself to the art of tattooing?
Black Thorn Studio is offering an incredible opportunity for a Tattoo Apprentice to join our creative, collaborative team.

👀 We’re looking for someone who:
• Is driven and committed to learning the craft
• Has a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Is willing to assist our artists & contribute to the daily flow of the studio
• Can handle reception duties and maintain a welcoming environment for clients
• Keeps our space to an above-standard level of cleanliness
• Maintains excellent personal hygiene
• Truly wants to show up & show case their potential in the tattoo industry!

💀 Location: Black Thorn Studio – 401 Main South Road, Hornby
(We’re a collaborative shop shared with @hairbenders_barbershop )

📩 To Apply:
Send your resume and up-to-date portfolio to:
admin@btschch.com

We can’t wait to hear from passionate creatives ready to take their first step into the world of tattooing.

Japanese Hannya Mask 👺

Artist : @2xchinz
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Content Creator : @cxloeh

Currently taking bookings for November!! ✉️

#artistoﬁnstagram #tattooer #tattoo #japanesetattoo #hannyatattoo #fullbacktattoo #blackandgreytattoo #nztattoo #nztattooartist #contentcreator

Halloween flash announcement on the windy day 🤣

You heard the man come on down for some tats, cuts and a snag 👊🏻👊🏻

#wind #windy #canterbury #weather #tattoo #barber #flashday #halloween #flash #cuts

We’ve been busy with renovations of the new studio! Thought we would show you abit of behinds the scenes - life/work ❤️‍🔥

#tattoo #tattoostudio #blackthorn #newzealand #tattoobarber

Some paint stroke Chinese symbols 💪🏻

We have time to tattoo this month give us a message about your next tattoo

#chinese #symbolism #tattoo

Bit of a moth and fern cover up! Next slide to see what we covered!

Completed by @2xchinz

#tattoo #moth #coverup #nz

C3PO ! Completed by @2xchinz !

Always looking to do more pop culture tattoos give us a message about your next tattoo!

#starwars #c3po #tattoo #nz

Little trad love heart bangers completed by @2xchinz !

We have space next month with Tim give us a message to get your next tattoo!!

#tattoo #trad #loveheart #love #heart

Norse mythology tattoo first session completed by @2xchinz

#norse #mythology #tattoo #nz

Uno Reverse card in the hot seat for Manager @cxloeh ❤️‍🔥

If you loved the couples earlier interview you will enjoy this one! 👀

#behindthescenes #blackthorn #tattoostudio #tattooshop #newzealand #tattooer

Our artists are unreal with some of the designs they execute in studio! 👀💪🏼

Artist : @2xchinz

#blackthorn #tattoos #tattooer #nz #aotearoa #chch #chicano

If you know us then you know us! But for those of you whom are yet to meet our crew here’s a little unedited snippet of our personalities on show 💪🏼🥷🏼 #behindthescenes #blackthorn #tattoovibe #tattooshop #reality

Owner of the studio @2xchinz had a sit down with wife @cxloeh to get down to the nitty gritty questions you have all been waiting for!

We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did making it 🎙️❤️‍🔥

Japanese inspired heron !

Completed by @2xchinz

#japanese #heron #tattoo

Optical illusion and geometric blast over today completed by @2xchinz

Awesome outcome we have another session left to tie it in 💪🏻

#black #tattoo #illusion #nz

Blackout completed by @2xchinz

Chinz has time for more blackout projects, if you have something that needs blacking out or blasting over give us a message 💪🏻

#tattoo #blackout #black #nz

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Had an awesome time working on this sick piece today
Really keen to take on more large-scale projects like this.

Hit me up via DM to book in.
– Dan

#tattooartist #largescaleart #customtattoo #chicano #christchurch

Hey team!
Had heaps of fun creating this Medusa piece
Loving doing custom designs like this — especially dark, detailed work with flow.
If you’re keen on something similar or have an idea in mind, flick me a message 🤘
Let’s bring it to life.

Dan

#medusatattoo #blackandgreytattoo #tattoodesign #customtattoo #tattooartwork

@blackthornchch

Hey team!

Just a heads up that my rates will be going up soon. This is your last chance to grab the current deal before the change!

If you’ve been thinking about booking in, now’s the time. Lock in the lower rate while you still can.

Spots are limited, so flick me a message and get yourself booked.

Cheers,
Dan
@blackthornchch

Did one of my own designs this week and had such a good time bringing it to life.
Would absolutely love to do more in this style.
If you’re keen to wear something unique, custom and designed just for you flick me a message.
Dan

#ChristchurchTattoo
#ChristchurchTattooArtist
#CHCHTattoo
#NZTattooArtist
#TattooChristchurch

Hey team!
I’m real keen to do these tiger flash designs
Bold, clean and ready to go.

DM me for sizing & pricing
Thanks,
Dan

#tigerflash
#blackandgreytattoo
#nztattoo #christchurchtattoo
#tattooideas

Hey team!
Really enjoyed designing and tattooing this black & grey piece.
Always keen for more custom pieces.

Dan

#christchurchtattoo
#nztattoo
#blackandgreytattoo
#customtattoo
#chesttattoo
#tattooartistnz
#tattooideas
#inkednz

Hey team!
I’m super excited to do this piece.
It would look insane as a thigh tattoo.
If you’re keen, I’m offering a special discount for anyone who books in before Christmas.

Flick me a message for sizing, pricing or to lock in a spot.
Dan

#christchurchtattoo
#nztattooartist
#blackandgreytattoo
#tattooflashdesign
#thightattooidea
#mermaidtattoo
#underwatertattoo

Hey team!
It’s been a little while since I’ve posted here, so here’s some of the recent work I’ve been up to 👇
Really enjoying pushing my style and trying out some new ideas — thanks for all the support!

Dan

#christchurchtattoo #nztattooartist #lincolnink #nztattoo #cztattoo #blackandgreytattoo #tattooartwork #tattoostyle #customtattoo #tattooideasnz #tattoolife

When your inner gremlin shows up looking this good 👀🐀💀

Had great fun designing this one — I’d love to do more custom pieces like it.

Let me bring your idea to life.

– Dan

#ChristchurchTattoo #NZTattooArtist #CustomTattoo #IllustrativeTattoo #TattooDesign #LincolnInk

Hey team!
Had a blast designing this custom piece 🤘 Keen to do more, so if you’re after something unique, flick me a message

–Dan

#ChristchurchTattoo #ChchTattoo #NZTattoo #TattooArtistNZ #ChristchurchArt #CustomTattoo #TattooDesign #InkedNZ #TattooCommunity #TattooLife #ChchArtist #BlackAndGreyTattoo #TattooIdeas #InkedUp #TattooLove

Hey team
Here are some fresh pieces I’ve done recently
Keen to design more custom work—if you’re after something unique, hit me up!
Message me to chat ideas.

Dan

nztattooing
#newzealandartist
#cantaburytattoo
#blackandgrey
#spiritualtattoo
#chakratattoo
#tribaltattoo
#ornamentaltattoo
#sacredtattoo

Hey team
Here are some cool pieces I’ve done recently!
I’m keen to take on more custom tattoo projects—so if you’ve got an idea you’ve been sitting on, let’s bring it to life.

DM me with your ideas and we’ll make it happen.

Dan

#ChristchurchTattooist
#ChristchurchTattoosAvailable
#TattooWork
#InkMasters
#InkedUp
#TattooLovers
#TattooDaily
#InkedWorld
#CustomTattoos
#TattoosOfIG
#TattooStyle
#TattoosOfInsta
#TattooCommunity
#InkLife

Hey team

Here are some of the latest pieces!
Always down to create something unique and custom just for you.
DM me if you’re ready to book

Dan

#ChristchurchTattoo #NewZealandTattoo #NZTattooArtists #BlackAndGreyTattoo #ChristchurchInk #CustomTattooDesign #TattooAddictNZ #InkLife #TattooCommunity

Hey team!
Here are some fresh pieces I’ve done lately!
I'm stoked with how they turned out.
I’ve got some spots open this week, so if you’ve been thinking about getting something done, now’s the time to book in!

Dan

#ChristchurchTattoo
#ChristchurchTattooArtist
#CHCHTattoo
#NZTattooArtist
#TattooChristchurch
#TattooNewZealand
#InkedNZ
#TattooStudioNZ
#NZInked
#CustomTattooDesign
#FlashTattoo
#BookNowChristchurch
#TattooApptNZ
#TattooLife

Hey team,
I had great fun doing this piece last week — would love to do more in this style!
If you vibe with it and want something custom, flick me a message.

Dan
Christchurch, NZ
Custom designs always welcome

#ChristchurchTattoo #NZTattooArtist #CustomInk #TattooFlash #TattooInspo #AlternativeArt #TattooAddict #BlackAndGreyTattoo #InkDesigns #TattooCollectors #BoldLines

Hey Team!
Just finished this design — who wants it?
DM me if you vibe with this style and want your own custom piece. Let’s create something one-of-a-kind

Custom designs welcome!!

Dan

#CustomTattooDesign #NeoTradTattoo #BlackAndGreyTattoo #GeometricTattoo #ChristchurchTattoo #NZTattooArtist #TattooFlash #ModernInk #IllustrativeTattoo #TattooVibes

Hey team!
I had an awesome time doing these tattoos — I’m always keen to create more custom pieces.
Got something cool in mind? DM me your ideas and let’s bring it to life
Let’s make the magic happen. In

Dan

#ChristchurchTattooist #CustomInk #TattooMagic #TattoosOfInstagram #BlackAndGreyTattoo #TattooInspo #TattooIdeasWelcome #InkedNZ #UniqueTattooDesigns #KiwiTattooArtist #InkVibes #CreativeTattooing #CustomTattooArt

Hey team!

Had heaps of fun tattooing this little Stitch
Keen to do more pieces like this — bright, bold, and full of colour! Flick me a message if you’ve got a sick idea in mind!

Dan

#StitchTattoo #ColourTattoo #CartoonInk #DisneyTattoo #BrightTattoo #FunTattoos #PopCultureInk #CustomTattooDesign #TattooArtistNZ #ChristchurchTattooer #SmallTattooIdeas #TattooAddict #InkedAndProud #TattooVibes #TattooLife

Hey Team
Really keen to tattoo this one – cracked skull, tiger dagger,
I've got space this week, so if you're into it, flick me a message and let’s lock it in.

Dan

#TattooFlash #BlackAndGreyTattoo #SkullTattoo #TigerTattoo #DaggerTattoo #TattooDesign #ChristchurchTattooer #FlashAvailable #BookNow #CustomInk #TattooIdea #Blackwork #TattooArtistNZ #BoldTattooDesigns #InkedNZ

Hey Team!
Here are a few tattoos, fully healed and all over a year old
Keen to get your next piece started? Flick me a message to book in.

Dan

#HealedTattoo #TattooHealing #TattooAftercare #ChristchurchTattoo #NZTattooArtist #TattooNZ #BlackAndGreyTattoo #CustomTattooDesign #TattooStudioNZ #TattooArt #ChchTattoos #HealedInk #FreshAfterAYear #TattooWork #TattooCollector

Hey Team!
Word of advice: never feed your Pokémon after midnight... things get weird 👹
These flash pieces are fresh and ready for skin—flick me a message to grab one!

Dan

#PokemonTattoo
#CHCHInk
#TattooFlash
#GeekInk
#BlackAndGreyTattoo
#NewZealandTattoo
#NZTattooArtist
#BookWithMe
#FlashAvailable

Hey team,
Did a couple of wing tattoos a few weeks back — had heaps of fun with these ones!
Cheers for checking them out.

Dan

#TattooBookingsOpen
#FlashAvailable
#TattooThisWeek
#BookYourTattoo
#CustomDesignsAvailable
#ChristchurchTattoosAvailable
#InkedNZBookings
#NZTattooBookings
#GetTattooed
#AvailableTattoos
#TattooArtistCHCH
#FlashUpForGrabs
#ReadyToTattoo
#TattooDealsNZ

Hey team!

Got another design up for grabs. I’m really keen to tattoo this one.
Flick me a message to book it in!

Dan

#ChristchurchTattoo #ChristchurchTattooArtist
#CHCHTattoo
#NZTattooArtist
#TattooChristchurch
#TattooNewZealand
#InkedNZ
#TattooStudioNZ
#NZInked
#CustomTattooDesign
#FlashTattoo
#BookNowChristchurch
#TattooApptNZ
#TattooLife

Hey team!

Here’s a look at some pieces I’ve done recently.
I’ve still got some availability this week,
so if you’re keen for some fresh ink, hit me up to book in!

Dan

#tattooflash #flashtattoo #tattooflashart #flashdesigns #tattooideas #tattooapprentice #christchurch #newzealand #nztattooartist #nztattoo #flashideas #nztattooapprentice

Hey Team!

Just wrapped up this design and I’m excited to see it on someone! I think it would look amazing down the spine. Anyone up for it?

Dan

#tattooflash #flashtattoo #tattooflashart #flashdesigns #tattooideas #tattooapprentice #christchurch #newzealand #nztattooartist #nztattoo #flashideas #nztattooapprentice

Hey Team,

Just finished up a cool piece recently—really enjoyed working on it!
I'd love to do more projects in this style, so if you're into it and want something similar, feel free to reach out.

Dan

#tattooflash #flashtattoo #tattooflashart #flashdesigns #tattooideas #tattooapprentice #christchurch #newzealand #nztattooartist #nztattoo #flashideas #nztattooapprentice

hey Team,

Been working on some goodies, check out my latest work 😎

Message me to snap them up!

Dan

#tattooflash #flashtattoo #tattooflashart #flashdesigns #tattooideas #tattooapprentice #christchurch #newzealand #nztattooartist #nztattoo #flashideas #nztattooapprentice

Hey team!
Here are a few cool tattoos I've done recently. Super keen to take on more custom pieces.
Hit me up if you’ve got an idea you want to bring to life!

Dan

#tattooflash #flashtattoo #tattooflashart #flashdesigns #tattooideas #tattooapprentice #christchurch #newzealand #nztattooartist #nztattoo #flashideas #nztattooapprentice

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