Hiya!

I’m Amber.

I am a multi-passionate entrepreneur, practicing visual artist, tattoo artist, dog mom, feminist and non-conformer - also a bit of an introvert who sometimes turns into a chatterbox.

I’ve always felt that tattoo’s should give you confidence, help you stand up a bit straighter and make you smile. Maybe you’re wanting to get your first tattoo or you’re looking for a new artist - whatever path you took, I’m really glad you’re here!

I have an Honours, Fine Arts Degree from the University of Waterloo with a studio major in painting and a minor in curatorial management. Over the years, I have worked with private galleries, municipal and provincial galleries, giving workshops, lectures and curating exhibitions. I opened the Kraken Art Gallery in 2018 primarily teaching fine art classes and providing other artists with a safe space to practice and sell their work. I have been tattooing since then and am in love with the medium and creating original pieces of permanent art for people. The pandemic changed things for the studio, and I am primarily tattooing these days. But I do have hopes to grow the art community again.

Outside of tattooing, I love my kickboxing group of women who keep me sane, being outdoors with my three dogs (Pepper, Luna and Claire) who are the light of my life and of course, still finding the time to paint. Most of all, I am proud to have a business that can bring joy and happiness to people.

FYI….The best way to stay connected with me and the studio is to join the email list - i love sending out coupons, discounts and early info on upcoming events!