FORGED IN INK
WEARING TRUTH
GILDED REVERIE IS A PRIVATE SANCTUM WHERE LEGACY IS CARVED, NOT SPOKEN. EACH PIECE IS A CODEX—ETCHED IN SKIN, ANCHORED IN MEANING. IT IS IDENTITY MADE SACRED.
HERE, ARTISTRY CONVERGES WITH PRECISION, AND EVERY LINE IS GOVERNED BY A CODE. EACH DESIGN IS FORGED THROUGH DEEP INTENT—CRAFTED FOR THOSE WHO WALK THE PATH OF ELEVATION, TRANSFORMATION, AND INNER ALIGNMENT. A MARK BECOMES MORE THAN VISUAL—IT BECOMES RITUAL.
EVERY TATTOO CARRIES WEIGHT. IT BEARS THE TRIALS ENDURED, THE VALUES HELD, THE VISION PURSUED. THIS IS WHERE PERMANENCE MEETS PURPOSE. WHERE WHAT’S WORN BECOMES A REFLECTION OF WHAT’S HONOURED. AT GILDED REVERIE, YOU DON’T COLLECT TATTOOS. YOU TEMPER YOUR LEGACY, WHERE VISION BECOMES STEEL. YOUR ARMOUR, FORGED IN INK.
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.
GALLERY
SELECTED WORKS FROM THE GILDED REVERIE REALISM AND FINE LINE ARCHIVES
(PINCH TO ZOOM - NO FILTERS, JUST PRECISION INK AND RAW TRUTH)
GILDED REVERIE TATTOOS
CUSTOM ARTWORK FOCUSED
FROM FINELY TUNED MICRO-REALISM TO BESPOKE DESIGNS FORGED FROM VISION AND INTENT, EVERY PIECE IS CREATED WITH PRECISION, RESTRAINT, AND PERMANENCE AT ITS CORE. WHETHER CHOSEN FROM THE EXCLUSIVE FLASH ARCHIVE OR COMMISSIONED AS A SINGULAR DESIGN, EACH TATTOO IS EXECUTED TO ELEVATE. A MARK DESIGNED TO ECHO YOUR VALUES, ENDURE TIME, AND STAND AS A TESTAMENT TO WHAT YOU EMBODY. MORE THAN AESTHETIC—THIS IS IDENTITY MADE PERMANENT.
BUT A MARK THAT LASTS FOREVER DEPENDS NOT ONLY ON EXECUTION—BUT ON CARE. A TATTOO ISN’T JUST FOR NOW. IT’S FOREVER.
AT GILDED REVERIE, CLIENTS AREN’T JUST CANVASES—THEY’RE STEWARDS. THE ONES WHO HONOUR THE PIECE AFTER IT’S HEALED.
WHO SHIELD IT FROM THE SUN, KEEP THE SKIN HEALTHY TO PRESERVE ITS DETAIL OVER TIME.
THIS ISN’T ABOUT CONTROL. IT’S ABOUT RESPECT. A SHARED PHILOSOPHY WHERE ART IS TREATED NOT AS AN ACCESSORY—BUT A LEGACY.
FROM VISION TO VESSEL
A TATTOO IS NOT JUST A SERVICE—IT’S A SHARED COMMITMENT TO CRAFT
EACH PIECE I CREATE IS A PERSONAL COMMISSION—CAREFULLY CONSIDERED, DEEPLY MEANINGFUL, AND BUILT TO LAST. I WORK WITH INTENTION, SELECTING PROJECTS THAT ALIGN WITH THE STYLE, SYMBOLISM, AND QUALITY I HOLD MYSELF TO.
THE CONSULTATION IS OUR STARTING POINT
IF YOUR VISION RESONATES, WE’LL BEGIN WITH A THOUGHTFUL CONSULTATION. THIS COVERS YOUR DESIGN DEPOSIT AND INCLUDES UP TO THREE REVISIONS TO SHAPE THE ARTWORK UNTIL IT FEELS TRUE TO YOU. ADDITIONAL REVISIONS CAN BE ARRANGED IF NEEDED.
PREPARATION & AFTERCARE MATTER
EVERY PIECE DESERVES TO BE CARED FOR, START TO FINISH. YOU’LL RECEIVE A FULL SKINCARE PACK TO SUPPORT THE PROCESS:
PRE-SESSION — MOISTURIZER AND CLEANSER TO CONDITION YOUR SKIN FOR OPTIMAL INK ABSORPTION.
POST-SESSION — PREMIUM AFTERCARE OINTMENT TO SUPPORT HEALING AND DETAIL RETENTION.
LONG-TERM — UV-PROTECTIVE LOTION TO MAINTAIN CLARITY AND VIBRANCY OVER TIME.
CRAFTED WITH FOCUS, EXECUTED WITH CARE
I LIMIT BOOKINGS TO GIVE EACH PROJECT THE TIME AND PRESENCE IT DESERVES. THIS IS AN UNRUSHED PROCESS—ONE WHERE TECHNIQUE, DETAIL, AND INTENTION LEAD. EVERY LINE IS PLACED WITH PURPOSE. EVERY SESSION IS TREATED WITH RESPECT.
GILDED REVERIE TATTOOS
CREATIVE DIRECTION INCLUDED
PRECISION MEETS PRESENCE
AVAILABILITY
APPOINTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE SATURDAY TO SUNDAY, FROM 09:00 AM TO 6:00 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 6 TO 9 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.
CLARITY BEFORE COMMITMENT
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.