nancy
Nancy studied Fine Arts at the Minerva Art Academy in Groningen, History of Art at the University of Amsterdam and just completed her studies at the Barcelona Academy of Art. Tattooing since 2008, Nancy specialises in watercolour tattoos and botanical art. Her work is painterly and organic, inspired by nature and informed by her art history knowledge. Speaks Dutch, Spanish and English
She brings nature to life through a unique blend of realism and painterly expression, specializing in vibrant florals, birds, and botanical compositions. Her work is defined by delicate outlines, soft shading, and an intuitive use of color that mirrors the fluidity of watercolor painting. Each tattoo feels alive, like a moment captured in nature and brushed gently onto the skin.
water colour tattoos
Nancy’s tattoos beautifully combine realistic nature with artistic flair, featuring designs of birds, flowers, and plants that come alive through fine lines and gentle color gradients. The artist skillfully applies watercolor techniques, using layers of soft colors and natural splashes to create a feeling of movement and emotional richness. Focusing on botanical and avian themes, she crafts tattoos that look like they are painted directly on the skin, giving clients a unique, nature-inspired style that is both expressive and timeless.
Realism
While deeply rooted in realism, the style leans into artistic freedom—prioritizing mood and harmony over photographic precision. There’s an illustrative quality to the work that blends fine art and tattooing seamlessly. Clients seeking expressive, nature-inspired tattoos find in Nancy a storyteller who paints with ink instead of brushes.