Martine

From a very young age, I was passionate about drawing. My school work was always covered in sketches.  Later my grandfather introduced me to oil painting and I began to experiment with landscapes and nature scenes.
 
At the age of 16, I began an apprenticeship in a tattoo shop and have been working in the industry ever since. After graduation, I pursued a degree in art at Humber College while continuing to work part-time in the tattoo shop. The owner wanted to expand into the piercing business and asked if I would be willing to give it a go. Although I was sceptical at first, it wasn’t long before I was completely hooked!
 
I continue to be inspired by nature and enjoy creating realistic tattoos using rich and vibrant colours. Over the last few years, I have begun to specialize in floral designs and in particular – roses. 
 
The thing I like most about piercing and tattooing is the impact of the finished product. Clients come away with a sense of empowerment, confidence and pride.