Exeter · Award-winning artist · By appointment
Tattoos by
Churchill.
I create portrait and large-scale realism tattoos in colour and black and grey - each one designed as a unique piece for the person wearing it.
Tattooing since 2015
Scroll to explore§ 01 - Philosophy
Curiosity is at the heart of my work. Every tattoo is a chance to explore, take on a new challenge and create a unique piece of art on skin.
Tattooing
Since 2015
From
Cebu
Based
Exeter
Focus
Realism
§ 02 - Selected projects
Recent work.
Tap a project name to preview a curated selection of recent work.Hover over a project name on the left to preview it, then click to see the full piece.
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- 21Fragmented BeautyView project
- 20Dog PortraitsView project
- 19Gorilla Jungle Back PieceView project
- 18Amazon JaguarView project
- 17Robin Williams PortraitView project
- 16Scenic LandscapeView project
- 15Santa MuerteView project
- 14Valkyrie Cover-UpView project
- 13Burning SkullView project
- 12Wolf WildernessView project
- 11Professor & BerlinView project
- 10Battle-Worn SamuraiView project
- 09Rainforest WildlifeView project
- 08Eazy-E TributeView project
- 07ChnoubisView project
- 06Notorious B.I.G. TributeView project
- 05Ocean WildlifeView project
- 04Dr. Dre TributeView project
- 03Stoned Ape TheoryView project
- 02Aphrodite & AthenaView project
- 01Hip-Hop LegendsView project
Project 21
Fragmented Beauty
Portrait realism2 days
§ 03 - From idea to ink
Your piece,
considered.
Large or small, every piece starts with a proper conversation. The subject, placement and flow are resolved before the first line goes in.
Step 01
Share the idea
Send your references, placement, approximate size and any meaning you want the piece to carry.
Step 02
Shape the design
I'll develop a custom composition around your body, balancing detail, contrast and longevity.
Step 03
Take the chair
Arrive rested and fed. For larger work, the tattoo is planned across focused, manageable sessions.
Ready to talk through your subject, placement and scale?
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§ 04 - The artist
Made with
curiosity.
I grew up in Cebu in the Philippines and began tattooing in 2015. Now based in Exeter, I'm known for ambitious portrait and realism work - and for the curiosity that keeps every new brief feeling fresh.
I work in colour and black and grey, from single portraits to full sleeves and leg projects, always building the artwork around the individual wearing it.
Learn more about me§ 05 - Aftercare FAQ
Keep it
beautiful.
Healing is part of the tattoo. These general answers support the personalised instructions you will receive after your session.
01What should I do for the first 24 hours?
Keep the Tattoo Armour cover on and keep it completely dry for 24 hours. This protects the fresh tattoo during the first stage of healing, so leave the cover in place until it is time to remove it.
02How do I remove the cover and clean the tattoo?
At the 24-hour mark, remove the cover in the shower or over a basin while water runs over it. With clean hands, gently rub the tattoo in circular motions under the running water - do not use soap - until the blood and plasma have been cleaned away. Gently wipe it with kitchen towel, let it air dry and leave it uncovered for the rest of the healing process.
03What is the routine from day two?
On day two, clean and dry the tattoo in the morning and evening using the same method, but do not apply cream. From day three, continue cleaning it morning and evening and apply Aveeno after every clean, as well as during the day whenever the tattoo feels dry, itchy or tight. Continue this routine until it has healed.
04What should I avoid while it heals?
Do not swim in a pool or the sea, and avoid sweating for the first week. Keep the tattoo away from direct sun, do not scratch it and never pick at the scabs. Let the skin settle and heal naturally.
05What if the tattoo feels dry, itchy or tight?
From day three, apply Aveeno after cleaning and again whenever the tattoo feels dry, itchy or tight. Use a light layer with clean hands, and resist scratching or picking at the skin while it heals.
06How do I look after it once it has healed?
Keep the tattoo moisturised with Aveeno and protect it from direct sunlight. Sun exposure causes fading, so apply SPF whenever the tattoo will be exposed to help keep the work looking its best.
Follow the instructions given at your appointment if they differ from this general guide. If the tattoo becomes very red, swollen, hot or increasingly painful, if you notice pus, or if you feel feverish or unwell, contact your GP or NHS 111.
§ 06 - Sitting
The chair
is open.
Tell me your idea, where you'd like it placed and the size you have in mind. I enjoy a challenge and specialise in custom realism built around the person wearing it.
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