Grace Phillips
Tattoo artist at ETTO ink, South Yorkshire. The hand behind The Gin Soaked Unicorn.
I've always been happiest with a pen in my hand and somewhere dark and magical to draw from. Tattooing let me turn that into a craft: fine-line, illustrative work with a gothic, mystical heart.
My favourite pieces sit somewhere between soft and strange. Gothic women and portraits, flowing florals, suns and moons, skulls and the occasional fantasy creature. I love the delicate end of black and grey, where fine lines and gentle shading do the talking.
Dotwork and mandalas are my real specialism. There's something meditative about building a piece from hundreds of tiny, patient points until the pattern and symmetry come to life on the skin.
Just as important to me is how the day feels. The studio is calm and welcoming, and I want you relaxed from the first message to the final wipe-down. You're trusting me with something you'll carry for life, and I never take that lightly.
What it feels like to be tattooed by me
Five things I want every person in my chair to feel.
Friendly
Welcoming, approachable and down to earth. You'll feel comfortable and cared for.
Artistic
Passionate about craft and creativity. Every tattoo is unique and intentional.
Dark
Embracing the beauty of darkness, mystery and the stories we carry.
Calm
A relaxed, positive experience from first consultation to final tattoo.
Confident
Skilled, professional and trustworthy. You're in expert hands.
The studio
I tattoo from ETTO ink in South Yorkshire, a friendly, professional studio with a relaxed atmosphere. You'll find me at conventions across the region too, from the Rotherham Tattoo Show to the odd Halloween bash.
I'm proud to take part in mastectomy and scar tattooing days, helping people reclaim their skin after surgery. It's some of the most meaningful work I do, and I'm always happy to talk it through gently and privately.
Good to know
- Dotwork and mandala specialist
- Fine-line, gothic and illustrative black and grey
- Custom designs drawn around your idea
- Flash and repeatable designs available
- Mastectomy and scar cover work welcomed
- Over-18s only, with valid photo ID
Say hello
Let's talk about your idea
Bring a clear vision or a loose feeling. Either way, we'll shape something that's yours.