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I’m a tattoo artist with a background rooted in animation and illustration, driven by a lifelong love of visual storytelling and a deep commitment to craft.
My artistic journey began in earnest when I was sixteen, studying at the American School of Brasilia (the capital of Brazil). While I didn’t quite resonate with the structure of the IB art program we had available, I knew without a doubt that art was the one thing I could do endlessly, with purpose. Convincing my parents—both music teachers—that I could turn art into a viable career took some negotiation. The only example I had at the time of working artists were the names in the credits of animation movies. If people could make a living drawing moving pictures, maybe I could too.
That determination led me to Vancouver Film School, where I completed both the Animation Concept Art and Classical Animation programs.
VFS was more than just a school—it was the first place where I truly felt a sense of belonging. The community there, made up largely of international students like myself, became a chosen family. We were all far from home, and we leaned on each other through long nights of drawing and shared cups of cheap ramen and TimBits. Our teachers—veterans of the industry—were instrumental in shaping my understanding of art, discipline, and growth. It was an incredibly formative time, both technically and emotionally.
Although I was born in Brazil, I spent much of my life moving around.
As an only child of travel-loving parents and a third culture kid, I was lucky to experience life across cultures and landscapes. That constant shifting gave me a sense of adaptability and a broader perspective, which continues to inform my work today.
I miss Brazilian food deeply—especially coxinha, a teardrop-shaped fried dough filled with shredded chicken, and the distinct, nostalgic flavor of Brazilian carrot cake. Good coffee, too, of course. I'm afraid we beat Americans on that front. ;)
While I started my career in animation, I eventually found myself questioning the long-term sustainability of that path. The industry has been riddled with strikes and instability for decades, and the prospect of sacrificing personal life for inconsistent pay and little creative control felt less and less appealing. Around this time, my longtime fascination with tattooing resurfaced—this time with real, practical consideration. I saw tattooing as not only a viable alternative, but as a space where artistry and autonomy could coexist.
As I studied tattooing more seriously, I became increasingly drawn to neotraditional and illustrative styles.
Beyond their visual appeal, what spoke to me most was their longevity. After diving into how different tattoo styles age over time, it became clear that traditional and neotraditional designs offered both aesthetic integrity and durability. I still have a soft spot for the elegance of fineline work, but my priority is giving clients pieces that look just as stunning decades later as they do the day they're inked. Tattoos are forever, and I want them to be worthy of that permanence.
Tattooing has allowed me to merge my love of storytelling, design, and personal connection into a deeply fulfilling practice.
Every tattoo is a collaboration, a shared moment, and a lasting mark. Coming from a background where my work often lived behind a screen or in the shadows of larger productions, it's incredibly meaningful to create something tangible, intimate, and lasting with every client. My goal is always to honor their story and their skin with something beautiful, resilient, and true.
Thank you so much for reading a bit of my story, and getting to know me a little bit as an artist! If you book with me, I look forward to getting to know you even more in our sessions. :)
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