House of Eden
ARTISTIC ORIGIN
MY JOURNEY INTO TATTOOING BEGAN IN 2018, DRIVEN BY A RELENTLESS PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE. I TRAINED UNDER ESTEEMED ARTISTS IN BOTH LONDON AND CALIFORNIA, COMBINING TRADITIONAL MENTORSHIP WITH ADVANCED STUDIES TO BUILD A FOUNDATION IN MICRO REALISM AND PRECISION WORK.
DISCIPLINE IN MASTERY
I HONED MY TECHNIQUE THROUGH EXTENSIVE SELF-PRACTICE—LEARNING DEPTH, ANGLE, AND HAND SPEED FIRSTHAND. THIS DEDICATION WASN’T THEORY—IT WAS EMBODIED EXPERIENCE. EVERY NEEDLE STROKE I DELIVER TODAY IS ROOTED IN COUNTLESS HOURS OF DELIBERATE REPETITION AND INTENTIONAL EXECUTION.
THE CLIENT AS CO-AUTHOR
EVERY TATTOO IS A CONVERGENCE—WHERE MY VISION MEETS YOUR STORY. OVER YEARS OF WORKING EXCLUSIVELY WITH SELECT INDIVIDUALS, I’VE CULTIVATED A COLLABORATIVE PROCESS THAT HONORS BOTH DESIGN EXCELLENCE AND DEEP PERSONAL MEANING.
UNCOMPROMISING ASCENT
MY CRAFT IS A LIFELONG DISCIPLINE. I AM COMMITTED TO CONTINUAL REFINEMENT—NOT TO COMPETE, BUT TO TRANSCEND. EACH PIECE I CREATE IS A STEP TOWARD THE PINNACLE OF MY POTENTIAL. THIS IS NOT A PROFESSION. IT IS A VOW TO MASTERY.
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DESIGN CONSULTATION
YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS WITH AN IN-DEPTH CONSULTATION TO DEFINE YOUR VISION. A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT SECURES YOUR SESSION AND COVERS THE DESIGN PROCESS, WHICH INCLUDES UP TO THREE REVISIONS TO ENSURE THE ARTWORK ALIGNS WITH YOUR INTENT. ADDITIONAL REVISIONS MAY INCUR FURTHER CHARGES.
SKIN PREPARATION & AFTERCARE
TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY AND LONGEVITY OF YOUR TATTOO, PREMIUM SKINCARE PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED AS PART OF THE PROCESS:
PRE-SESSION — MOISTURIZERS AND CLEANSERS TO CONDITION YOUR SKIN FOR OPTIMAL INK ABSORPTION.
POST-SESSION — HIGH-GRADE AFTERCARE OINTMENTS TO SUPPORT HEALING AND DETAIL RETENTION.
LONG-TERM — UV-PROTECTIVE LOTIONS TO MAINTAIN CLARITY AND VIBRANCY OVER TIME.
COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE
REALISM AND FINE LINE DEMANDS UNCOMPROMISING PRECISION AND COMPLETE FOCUS. EACH PIECE IS EXECUTED WITH SURGICAL CARE TO ENSURE EVERY DETAIL IS PERFECTLY RENDERED. THIS LEVEL OF CRAFT REQUIRES STRICTLY LIMITED BOOKINGS TO ENSURE A FULLY IMMERSIVE AND PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR EVERY CLIENT.
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HALF-DAY SESSION
£130 – £300
FULL-DAY SESSION
£500-£650
ENTER A FOCUSED, PRIVATE SETTING DESIGNED FOR IMMERSIVE CREATION. PERFECT FOR DETAILED WORK THAT DEMANDS DISCIPLINE, PRECISION, AND CONTROL. A FULL DAY SESSION PROVIDES A COMPLETE TATTOO EXPERIENCE FOR THOSE WHO PURSUE LARGER, VISION-DRIVEN PIECES. THIS SESSION IS A DEEP DIVE INTO FORM AND EXECUTION—WHERE EVERY LINE IS CALCULATED, AND EVERY HOUR HONORED. EACH TATTOO IS A UNIQUE MASTERPIECE—AN INVESTMENT THAT REFLECTS THE COMPLEXITY, SCALE, AND PLACEMENT OF THE DESIGN. THE FOLLOWING RANGES ARE PROVIDED TO ORIENT YOUR EXPECTATIONS:
STAND-ALONE DESIGN
(PORTRAITS, SCRIPT, SINGLE IMAGE, ORNAMENTAL ELEMENTS): £130 – £650
REALISM WITH ORNAMENTATION
( A FUSION OF GEOMETRY, BLACKWORK, SCRIPT & FINE LINE DETAIL): £500 – £1,500
HALF SLEEVE: £1,500 – £2,500
FULL SLEEVE: £2,500 – £6,000
PLEASE NOTE: THESE FIGURES ARE APPROXIMATE. A PERSONALIZED CONSULTATION WILL PROVIDE A PRECISE QUOTE BASED ON YOUR DESIGN, VISION, AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS.
AVAILABILITY
APPOINTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE SATURDAY TO SUNDAY, FROM 10:00 AM TO 7:00 PM. EACH SESSION IS CAREFULLY STRUCTURED TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF MICRO-REALISM & FINE LINE, ALLOWING THE TIME REQUIRED FOR EXTREME PRECISION AND FOCUS. TYPICAL SESSIONS RANGE FROM 5 TO 7 HOURS. IN CASES OF HIGHLY COMPLEX OR INTRICATE DESIGNS, SESSIONS MAY BE EXTENDED TO ENSURE EXECUTION MEETS THE HIGHEST STANDARD.
THE ARTISTIC PROCESS
EVERY TATTOO IS A ONE-OF-A-KIND PIECE—EXECUTED USING THE FINEST 3 ROUND LINER NEEDLES TO ACHIEVE EXCEPTIONAL SHARPNESS, DEPTH, AND LONGEVITY. THIS TECHNIQUE REQUIRES TIME TO EXECUTE WHERE NUANCED TONES ARE LAYERED IN WHILE MINIMIZING DERMAL TRAUMA, RESULTING IN OPTIMAL HEALING AND UNMATCHED CLARITY OVER TIME.
YOUR COMFORT & EXPERIENCE
GILDED REVERIE A PRIVATE, APPOINTMENT-ONLY SANCTUM—DESIGNED TO PROVIDE A FOCUSED AND IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE. SESSIONS ARE STRATEGICALLY PACED WITH SHORT BREAKS AND A DEDICATED MEAL BREAK TO MAINTAIN MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPOSURE THROUGHOUT THE PROCESS. SNACKS AND BEVERAGES ARE WELCOME. SHOULD YOU WISH TO BRING A GUEST, THEY MAY RELAX IN THE LOUNGE AREA WHILE I WORK. EVERY ASPECT IS DESIGNED TO ENSURE YOU FEEL AT EASE WHILE I BRING YOUR VISION TO LIFE.
SECURING YOUR APPOINTMENT
A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED TO CONFIRM YOUR SESSION AND INITIATE THE DESIGN PROCESS. THIS DEPOSIT IS APPLIED TO THE FINAL COST OF YOUR TATTOO. EXAMPLE: IF YOUR QUOTED PRICE IS £1,000 AND YOUR DEPOSIT IS £250, THE REMAINING £750 IS DUE ON THE DAY OF YOUR APPOINTMENT.
PRE-SESSION SKIN PREPARATION
THE CONDITION OF YOUR SKIN DIRECTLY IMPACTS INK ABSORPTION AND FINAL OUTCOME. I RECOMMEND DAILY MOISTURIZING FOR AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO YOUR SESSION. MY AFTERCARE GUIDE INCLUDES RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS FOR BOTH PREPARATION AND POST-TATTOO MAINTENANCE TO ENSURE YOUR ARTWORK HEALS OPTIMALLY.
RESCHEDULING POLICY
I UNDERSTAND LIFE CAN BE UNPREDICTABLE. IF YOU NEED TO RESCHEDULE, PLEASE NOTIFY ME AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE. DUE TO LIMITED AVAILABILITY, I WILL WORK TO OFFER THE EARLIEST OPENING THAT FITS YOUR CALENDAR AND MINE.
FINAL NOTES
EVERY TATTOO I CREATE IS AN INVESTMENT IN LEGACY—BUILT THROUGH CRAFT, CODE, AND DISCIPLINE. IF YOU ARE SEEKING MORE THAN DECORATION—IF YOU DESIRE A PIECE THAT REFLECTS VISION, ORDER, AND PERSONAL EVOLUTION—I INVITE YOU TO BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY. DUE TO THE TIME-INTENSIVE NATURE OF MY WORK, BOOKINGS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. CLICK BELOW TO REQUEST A CONSULTATION AND SECURE YOUR PLACE.
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THE STUDIO
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Lotus in the Pond is located just outside Manchester City Centre in Ancoats. Full address details will be provided to clients once an appointment has been confirmed.
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Deposits can be paid via Paypal or bank transfer. Stardog23 requests that you pay the remaining balance in cash when you arrive for your tattoo session but bank transfer or Paypal will also be accepted. Card payments are accepted but a transaction fee will be included.
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Guests are allowed but Stardog23 asks that they wait in the lounge area during the tattooing process as 100% focus is needed.
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Yes. It is a legal requirement that all premises and individuals providing tattooist services are regularly inspected and licensed with their local authority.
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The Tattooing Of Minors Act 1969 makes clear that it is a criminal offence to tattoo anyone under the age of 18 in the UK. Valid ID (must belong to the person getting tattooed) is required.
THE TATTOO PROCESS
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It is highly advised not to get tattooed when :
Pregnant
Under the influence of drugs or alcohol
In pre-surgery
In post-surgery
Suffering from diabetes that is not under control
Have heart problems
Use certain medications
Prone to Keloid scarring
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Stardog23 is open to tattoo make-overs but not cover-ups.
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Make sure you eat something at least 2 hours before your appointment and bring a snack if your booking is more than a few hours long.
Drink plenty of fluids before, during and after your tattoo but avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours before your appointment. I won't be able to tattoo you if you're drunk (or on drugs).
It's important that you don't take aspirin based pain relief products near to or after the time you get your tattoo. Aspirin thins your blood so you might bleed more than usual making it difficult to tattoo you.
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The inks used in your tattoo are from industry leading brands, Dynamic Ink from USA and Panthera Ink from Italy both of which are Vegan safe and animal cruelty free.
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You can not get tattooed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, suffer from seizures or have any conditions which impair your immune system.
You should consult your doctor and provide a doctors note if you suffer from diabetes, haemophilia, a heart condition or take any blood thinning medication.
You are obliged to inform me if you have any bloodborne infection or virus. Due to the increased personal risk the decision to proceed will be at my discretion.
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The gloves used in the tattooing process are commercial grade powder free nitrile gloves which are latex free.