About Ticks

Tattooing isn’t just my profession—it’s been my life’s work since 2004.

For more than two decades I’ve helped people mark life’s milestones, honour loved ones, celebrate achievements and tell their stories through tattoos designed to stand the test of time.

My work focuses on black & grey, traditional and ornamental tattooing, with a strong emphasis on clarity, balance and longevity. Trends come and go, but a well-designed tattoo should still look strong many years from now.

Every tattoo starts with a conversation. Whether it’s your first tattoo or the latest addition to a growing collection, I take the time to understand your ideas, explain the process and create something personal that you’ll be proud to wear.

I’m particularly passionate about educating clients. Over the years I’ve answered thousands of questions about tattooing, healing and aftercare, which is why you’ll find a growing collection of free tattoo guides on this website. My aim is to help people make informed decisions before, during and after getting tattooed.

I work by appointment in South Devon, welcoming clients from Newton Abbot, Totnes, Ashburton, Bovey Tracey, Teignmouth and the surrounding areas.

My approach

• Tattooing professionally since 2004.

• More than 20 years of experience.

• Specialist in black & grey, traditional and ornamental tattooing.

• Custom designs created for each client.

• Honest advice before, during and after every tattoo.

• A focus on tattoos that are made to last.

Tattooing made to last.

A great tattoo isn’t just about how it looks on the day it’s finished. It’s about how it will look years from now. Every decision—from composition and placement to contrast and readability—is made with longevity in mind.

If you’re looking for thoughtful design, honest advice and tattoos built to age beautifully, I’d love to hear your ideas.

Ready to book? Get in touch through WhatsApp and let’s start planning your tattoo.