Based at After The Storm Collective, Bishop's Stortford
Leanne Fate — Premium Colour Realism Tattoo Artist
My journey into tattooing wasn't a traditional apprenticeship; it started with knocking on doors, portfolio in hand, and collecting large pieces from a young age to build relationships within the industry. Long before I picked up a machine, my foundation was built on formal artistic training.
Today, I feel incredibly fortunate to have turned that lifelong passion into a full-time career. I approach every tattoo with the precision and understanding of different mediums that formal training provides, which is essential for the technical demands of hyper-realism. Whether I am rendering the specular highlights of a gold foil balloon or the intricate facets of a crystal jewel tattoo, my goal is always the same: to execute unique, creative designs to the absolute highest level of detail.
"I believe every client deserves complete honesty, extreme attention to detail, and a tattoo that genuinely exceeds their expectations."
Pushing the boundaries of colour realism
My work is predominantly focused on colour realism, but I love infusing it with other styles—such as comic and cartoon elements—to create completely unique mashup tattoos. Film, particularly Disney, heavily influences my art, alongside a deep love for photography and nature. This translates into large-scale realism pieces featuring intricate florals, roses, and hyper-realistic metallic textures like gold and chrome.
