For the flowers you love, and the ones who loved you back.
I'm Nicolly, a tattoo artist in Manchester. I draw botanicals and pet portraits in black and grey or colour, shaped to the lines of your body.
Books open for December & January
How I work
Portraits that look like them
Every portrait starts from your photos. I look for the small things that make your pet who they are, the tilt of an ear or the look in their eyes, and carry them onto your skin. Then I refine the drawing over the photo for contrast and clarity, so the likeness stays true as the years go by.
See pet portraitsDesigns that follow your body
For larger pieces, I often work freehand, drawing straight onto your skin instead of using a stencil. The flowers grow along your body's curves, so the tattoo feels as though it has always belonged where it sits.
See botanicalsOriginal, handmade art
I draw every design by hand from scratch, from your references and my own line work. There are no templates or copies here; each design is made for you and no one else.
See flash designs
Hi, I'm Nicolly
I'm a fine-line tattoo artist from Brazil. I started tattooing at 17, in 2019, mentored by my father, who is also a tattoo artist, and I grew up in a family where art was a lifelong passion. I want every piece to feel personal to the person who wears it. My work centres on botanicals, and on flowers woven together with micro-realistic portraits of animals and pets.
Reputation matters
Absolutely buzzin' ma tits off was how I would describe my whole experience. Nicolly is just something else. The artwork she has put on my skin for life is just incredible. I was super worried about…
Amanda Brooks-Lamb
I've been looking for someone to do a portrait of my dog for ages now. I came across Nicolly's page on Instagram. I saw all the amazing work she has done and decided to get in contact. She asked if I…
Deepa Rana
5 stars for Nicolly! I recently had the pleasure of getting tattooed by Nicolly, and I couldn't be happier with how amazing she was! I had a specific design in mind for a particular spot, and she…
Karolina Watkins
I couldn't have asked for a better experience, Nicolly made me feel comfortable straightaway. She'd really listened to my ideas and came up with a beautiful design that far outweighed my…
Katherine Wilson
This is the first time that I had a tattoo without using numbing cream. When I had my consultation with Nicolly I explained how I have been known to pass out during the procedure. Luckily for me…
Julie Inman
Nicolly is THE BEST tattooist! I cannot recommend her enough, she stuck to the brief and created the most magical work! The whole day was a joy and her energy and enthusiasm second to none! My tattoo…
Tessa Squires
Nicolly has done a perfect tattoo of my Dachshund Richmond, the detail is amazing and looks just like the photo I sent her. She is also very personable and made me feel comfortable throughout. Thank you! Karli
Karli Callaghan
I couldn’t be happier with my tattoo from Nicolly today! She brought my vision of my dog Honey to life so beautifully the detail in the fur, the expression, and the delicate flowers are absolutely stunning. From start to finish she was so kind, patient, and professional, making sure I was comfortable and happy with every part of the design. [...] You can really tell how much care and talent she puts into her work. This tattoo means so much to me and she captured Honey…
Sarah Brammer
I am over the moon, her talent is insane, my boy Barney passed away and I wanted a pet portrait of him. Amazed how it’s even possible to have a tattoo capture his expression, cannot thank her enough and I highly recommend! [...]
Devon Povey
5* experience. [...] Her talent is astounding, creating a memorial piece for me for my dog who passed away last year. She spoke with care, and clearly put lots of thought into the design. She was friendly and caring throughout the whole process. Would 100% recommend.
Katherine Wimbles
Nicolly was absolutely amazing! I am over the moon with my dog portrait. I could have cried (very happy) tears when I saw it finished. The likeness is absolutely unbelievable! I am OBSESSED!! Thank you so much again Nicolly. Such an amazing talent!
Gemma Forster
Nicolly did an amazing job of bringing my pugs to life as a tattoo. Forever grateful. Very talented at what you do. Thank you Laura x
Laura Melvin
[...] Nicolly is actually a wizard - my tattoo is so good - can’t thank her enough for giving me an everlasting image of one of my furbabies 💖
Stacey Allen
Fantastic, had my little Pomeranian Poppy tattooed, she looks just like her, an amazing job. Highly recommend.
Amanda Barrett
100% recommend Nicolly for a pet portrait. Absolutely beautiful and so realistic tattoo of my fur baby!
Deb Willey
Wow! Where do I start? My pet portrait looks incredible, I am so happy with everything from Nicolly!!
Michelle Millar
Wow what an experience, from start to finish [...] Nicolly is the most professional artist I have ever come across, her work is breathtaking, so happy with my tattoo, you truly are a fantastic artist. Thanks Nicolly [...]
Chantelle Rhodes
Absolutely loved my experience [...] Nicolly was lovely and incredibly talented. She made me feel comfortable from the start and was happy to make a few changes to the design there and then to make sure it was just right. I’m so happy with the outcome, it’s a beautiful piece and means a lot to me. Couldn’t recommend [...] enough!
Cheryl Brunton
Nicolly was absolutely amazing, went through exactly what she was doing throughout my time there, the tattoo was stunning 💜 Couldn’t fault the experience at all… she is such a lovely person. Thank you xx
Wendy Jones
Such an incredible experience. The welcome I got, the artist, the time taken to consider placement and size, everything was so welcoming. I hope to be back soon!
Aisha Lama
Nicolly was great. I loved the design immediately but she was really amenable to the adjustments I wanted. The whole experience was super smooth. Thank you so much, I love it!
Roisin Cox
Nicolly is fantastic. A true artist and lovely person. I couldn’t be happier with my tattoo. The design was perfect and it has come out beautifully.
Dawn O’Connor
Great, amazing, lovely people and my tattoo artist is very very talented, my tattoo is gorgeous, definitely I will come back again. Thank you
Sabina Bankole
Had my appointment with Nicolly to get my baby boy on my skin and I LOVE it 😍 Couldn’t recommend her enough!
Ivona Ivanova Angelova
A big shout out to Nicolly! She is so lovely and has done an incredible job on my tattoo.
Melissa Seaton
Where I tattoo
A studio in Manchester city centre, in Castlefield, where I work by appointment only.
- Castlefield, Manchester city centre, M3 4JLThe exact address is sent once your date is confirmed
- By appointment only
- Monday, Thursday and Sunday