INTRODUCTION

A woman with glasses and piercings tattooing a person's arm in a tattoo studio.

Most people who find their way to me are already planning something significant — a sleeve, a back piece, a composition that’s been sitting in their head for a while. If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.

I started tattooing in 2014 and have spent the years since narrowing in on what feels most like me — large-scale colour work with a surreal sensibility. I’m drawn to pieces that ask something of the imagination, not just the technique, and most of what I take on now sits somewhere in that space.

Each piece I take on is large-scale and entirely custom — designed around how you move and where your lines naturally fall, so the composition reads as one complete idea rather than something stamped on top of you.

my work

A woman with tattoos on her arm, wearing glasses, a green shirt, and black gloves, stands at a water dispenser in a decoratively decorated room with wall art, plants, and sculptures.
Colorful tattoo on person's arm featuring a traditional Japanese style mask, cherry blossoms, and a mountain with pink clouds.

Most people who find their way to me are already planning something significant — a sleeve, a back piece, a composition that’s been sitting in their head for a while. If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.

I started tattooing in 2014 and have spent the years since narrowing in on what feels most like me — large-scale colour work with a surreal sensibility. I’m drawn to pieces that ask something of the imagination, not just the technique, and most of what I take on now sits somewhere in that space.

Each piece I take on is large-scale and entirely custom — designed around how you move and where your lines naturally fall, so the composition reads as one complete idea rather than something stamped on top of you.

The Grey Heron

The Grey Heron sits inside Art House on Friar Gate, in one of Derby’s oldest creative buildings. It’s a private studio designed to feel calm and considered, built around making sure every client is comfortable from the moment they arrive.

The space is appointment-only, which keeps the focus on the work and gives every session the room it needs to unfold naturally.

A woman with glasses and tattoos watches a tattoo artist work on a woman lying on a tattoo bed, with a ring light overhead, in a tattoo studio.

Life outside the studio

Outside of tattooing I’m someone who enjoys exploring many different interests. I was diagnosed with ADHD in 2023, which probably explains my curiosity and tendency to dive enthusiastically into new hobbies and ideas.

When I’m not in the studio you’ll usually find me travelling, climbing, or snowboarding. I live on a narrowboat, which suits my love for adventure and the freedom to move between places.

I’m also a big foodie and love discovering new restaurants and cuisines whenever I travel.

I tend to keep life fairly light and don’t take myself too seriously. Some days I’m very social and enjoy meeting new people, while other times I’m perfectly happy retreating into my own world and focusing on creative work.

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A person on a dock next to a colorful boat with a painted design, holding a black backpack and standing under a partly cloudy sky.
Two people are in an elevator taking a selfie. The person on the left is wearing glasses, a brown cap with a lion symbol, and a maroon and black jacket. The person on the right has glasses, brown hair with a reddish tint, and is wearing a black jacket, making a peace sign with their hand.
A woman with red hair and glasses sitting at a wooden table with various Asian dishes, including broccoli, shrimp, and dumplings, in a restaurant setting.
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Career Highlights

  • Tattooing professionally since 2014

  • Multiple 1st Place awards and Best of Show at tattoo conventions

  • Sponsored by Yayo Familia

  • Published in Global Tattoo Magazine, DGN Magazine, Tattoo Life Yearbook, and Tattooed Magazine

A young woman and man standing outside a building, the woman holding a framed art piece with a blue skull. The woman has tattoos on her legs, is wearing glasses, a white crop top, a gray jacket, and sneakers. The man has tattoos on his arms and legs, is wearing a maroon t-shirt and shorts, and is holding a small object in his right hand.
A young woman with glasses and a plaid shirt sitting on a chair holding a skateboard that has a Gothic-inspired artwork and the text "FANGON BLACKPOOL 1ST 2025"; she is smiling. Behind her are two men, one with tattoos and the other with a cap, both standing. The background features a large purple banner with event and sponsor information, including "NORBRECK CASTLE," "AUGUST," and "tatconblackpool.co.uk." The setting appears to be an event or competition.
Group of seven people posing indoors, some with tattoos, one holding a lion-like golden mask, with a Halloween-themed decoration and banner in the background.