Find Melissa tattooing at My Little Needle Tattoos located at 638 Starkweather in Plymouth, Michigan.
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Specializing In: Illustrative botanical, flora and fauna, Painterly/Watercolor style, abstract or subjective, soft black and grey, ornamental, illustrative characters
A lot of the expressive work you see in my gallery is freehand drawn on or painted right on you!
Bio: A bit about me…I’m an artist from Detroit City! I’ve been making art since I was a kid. I was always drawing or face painting with my family in the circus. I went to art school at Wayne State University and College for Creative Studies, then worked as an artist in the skateboard world in California and as an Industrial Designer in Detroit.
I transitioned out of design and embraced more fine art work, focusing on painting ,screen printing, teaching Watercolor, Acrylic Painting and Color Theory, always working toward getting a tattoo apprenticeship. I started body painting at events and working as a makeup artist. In 2016 I finally found a tattoo apprenticeship in Las Vegas at West Coast Tattoo Parlor with a group of amazing artists.
Since being home in Michigan I’ve enjoyed tattooing at HeArt Synergy Studios for about 4 years, doing guest spots with some great studios in the area and finding an eclectic, talented and super friendly group of artists at a shop to call home, My Little Needle Tattoos.
I love tattooing. Body modification and adorning ones body is a beautiful act and I’m honored to share and hold a space with you as your artist. I have trauma informed training and Reiki 2 certification. I value making the experience safe and welcoming for everyone.
If you are not sure what you would like to get tattooed,I am happy to brainstorm with you to make a custom piece or show you some pre-designed work.
Thanks for looking at my work and I look forward to hearing from you!
Melissa