Tattoo Artist in Nederland. Based in Elst & Zutphen.
Fineline | Bold | Ornamental | Floral | Nature | Flow | Thorough |
The Ancient Art of the skin markings
For thousands of years Tattoos and piercings -also known as Body Art- are ancient traditions practiced by many cultures across the world. The ancestors applied in their lives for many purposes and meanings such as tribal patterns, symbols for protection, power or to imprint a transcended stage of life.
I have the perspective that this form of Art goes beyond the artistic or esthetic content. They carry energetic or vibrational value as everything else in the universe. It’s so much more meaningful and beautiful when it’s done with intention and awareness; from the Artist and the receiver to create a nice atmosphere and memory from the whole process.
Every design such as plants, animals, symbols, geometry and so on has their meaning. You can investigate and dive yourself to find out. Also you can communicate with me about your ideas to create something for your personal Tattoo Art. You can highlight/amplify or symbolize something in your life. It can be for example the connection with emotions, strength, vital energy, nature, etc.
My Line
As a practitioner of Tattoo Art I can say that I have my own line of work since I work in a holistic approach which takes in consideration many principles.
Regarding the style I work with a variety of elements that goes according to what you are looking to reflect in your skin and in your life.
This styles originates from a combination of elements that I’ve learned from traditional tattooing, dotwork art, sacred geometry, black work, line work, engraving, ornamental and so on, bringing them in my own line which resolves in fine line and softer character but still solid to endure.
As I mention in the page of my bio, I’m a health and awareness advocate, I have a compromise which is making use of my knowledge to provide you the guidance for creating your project. And one of these principles is to create a solid and nice project with soft techniques that are minimally invasive, so your body can be at ease with the procedure and have a faster healing process.
For these I use the best high quality material available on the market such as high quality Ink, needles and everything that is supporting our health and the planet’s health.
My purpose is to expand and share peace, prosperity, love and all the best intentions to be imprinted in everyone! And guide you to find your unique art and reflect the art expression in yourself.
I have a compromise with the environment and people. I work with good quality materials as they evolve and come available. Vegan ink, petroleum-free and biodegradable alternatives with high hygiene standards.
TATTOO GALLERY
Feeling spontaneous?
I always like to leave some space open for those unique moments where you want to be spontaneous or you have limited time frame, because life is also ‘’now’’ and I believe that is also an important part of tattooing and I like to provide that space.
WHAT STYLES?
My purpose is to bring ˋthe expression of “The source” of the divine consciousness which has a infinite spectrum of possibilities. I represent these expressions through my own lenses in the Art of tattooing which contains a variety of styles which respects the esthetic values such as proportions and solidity through the pass of time.
Here are some key words for you to discover and have references from the diverse styles and find what’s appealing to you:
- Line work
- Fineline
- Dotwork
- American traditional & neotraditional
- Japanese traditional & neotraditional
- Ornamental
- Geometric
- Engraving
- Micro realism
- Colorwork
You could ask some specific style but it’s is also posible to create a combination of them.
Do you have some memorial?
For example your grandma’s writing or another family member fingerprint or something like that? Or your child’s first drawing? Or you went with your friends in a trip and you have for example a fern leaf that you all took as a souvenir and you want to have it permanently? Or you want to do something spontaneous and dare to be adventurous by taking a flash tattoo or something that you like?
These are Just a few examples of what’s also possible to imprint in your skin.
Intuitive Tattoo Art?
This would be a session where I could draw abstract art or patterns and lines into your skin and there you can decide if you will like to go further and start with the tattoo procedure.
DESIGNS
There are many available designs. You could also ask for a customized Art according to what you would like to imprint and represent.
Contact me via johannfloresart@gmail.com or WhatsApp with the link buttons below.
BOOKING PROCESS
1. You send me message, where you provide the information such as:
- references images/ideas
- body placement options with reference pictures for ex; (forearm, calves, back, etc)
- Approximate size in cm
- You could also book a free intake by message and we talk about everything in person
- It’s important to mention any health and skin conditions for me to know
- With all the information provided the a price quotation can be provided
- After all the agreement on price and design the date for your Tattoo can be scheduled
An alternative option if you find it more suitable to you is to book directly by message, we set the date and we do everything in the day itself. There we determine how many sessions the project requires.
TATTOO PROCESS
- You take care and prepare the area of your skin days before by doing gentle peeling with peeling sponge and gently scrub with natural sponge, then moisturizing with a thin layer of extra virgin coconut oil or some most natural body lotion. This will make everything much smoother for the tattoo on the day and healing process. If you have any skin conditions please communicate before.
- Have a good rest
- Hidrate yourself and eat before arrival, bring something to eat with you.
- You arrive in a easy going environment and relax with a drink in the meantime we check the design and size
- We proceed to the skin preparation;
- 1. cleansing; (after cleansing please do not touch the area ), 2.shaving; ‘’please do not shave previous to your appointment, trimming is ok but please don’t shave before to avoid cuts and irritation or hair ingrown’’)
- Stencil placement, here we will see the location of the stencil and you can look to see how it feel and make adjustments if needed. Then we let it dry for a few minutes. (Stencil and tattoo are always designed placed with anatomical flow to move with the body and the top of the design is facing upward, of course there can be exceptions for small tattoos and we can talk about it.
- After everything feels right with the stencil we will start the Tattoo with high hygiene standards and I’m very thorough and serious with this so you can feel in good hands
- Depending on the size of the tattoo we will take breaks and the time to make the most optimal result.
Ps; If you book with a 3rd party, such as a Shop where I’m working at, then in some cases everything is managed by them and everything is made the on the day itself upon your arrival. If the project is bigger or you don’t have clear yet everything it’s better to book extra time to do everything at ease and clear.
AFTER CARE
There are diverse methods and products that we can talk about depending on the method we choose for you.
In any case here’s the standard instructions by the GGD (Dutch public health services)
GGD-Compliant Standards
1. Immediate Care (First 24 Hours)
- Leave the bandage on for 3 to 5 hours.
- If using specialized “Second Skin” adhesive film, leave for 3 to 5 days unless it leaks or peels.
- Wash hands with antibacterial soap, then gently clean the tattoo with lukewarm water and a mild, fragrance-free, pH-neutral soap.
- Pat dry with a clean paper towel. Do not rub. Do not use normal towel
2. Daily Routine (Next 2 Weeks)
- Wash the tattoo twice daily (morning and evening).
- Apply a very thin layer of Bepanthen Tattoo or recommended ointment 3 times daily.
- Wear loose, clean cotton clothing. Avoid wool or fabrics that may stick to the wound.
3. Restrictions
- Do not scratch, pick, or peel scabs.
- No swimming, baths, or saunas for 2 weeks.
- No direct sunlight or tanning beds for 4 weeks. Use SPF 30+ once healed.
4. When to See a Doctor
- If redness/swelling spreads after 48 hours.
- If there is pus, a foul odor, or fever.
JOHANN FLORES ART 