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Melbourne’s Best Female Tattoo Artists – Victims of Ink South Yarra

Looking for a female tattoo artist in Melbourne? At Victims of Ink in South Yarra, we’re proud to have one of the largest, most talented teams of women tattoo artists in the city. Whether you’re after delicate fine-line work, bold traditional pieces, or custom realism, our studio is a safe, welcoming space where creativity, individuality, and inclusivity come first.

Why Choose a Female Tattoo Artist?

For many people, getting a tattoo is an intimate experience—one that’s about more than just the ink. Choosing a female tattoo artist can be a deeply personal decision, especially if you’re getting your first tattoo, placing it in a sensitive area, or simply prefer the communication style and vibe that many women artists bring.

At Victims of Ink, our female artists are not only incredibly skilled, they’re also empathetic, approachable, and committed to making your tattoo journey empowering and positive.

Meet Our Amazing Female Tattoo Artists

We’re proud to work with an incredible lineup of talented women, each with their own unique style and story. Whether you have a specific idea in mind or need help developing your concept, you’ll find the perfect artist here.

Milli – Dark Fantasy & Fine Line Specialist

Milli creates fine line, illustrative and ornamental tattoos at Victims of Ink in South Yarra. Her work brings together creatures, characters and plants, with delicate linework and soft black and grey shading.

Her portfolio has a distinctive dark fantasy feel: jackalopes nestled in flowers, mermaids, fairy portraits and mythical animals. Botanical pieces, tiny dragons and flowing ornamental designs offer other starting points for a custom tattoo. Milli also creates original flash and enjoys developing ideas with her clients.

Explore Milli’s work:

  • Mythical creatures and dark fantasy characters
  • Fine line botanicals and animal designs
  • Soft black and grey shading
  • Ornamental designs and original flash

Instagram: @millibug.ink
Artist Page: View Milli’s portfolio
Style: Fine Line · Illustrative · Ornamental · Dark Fantasy

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Yuli – Bold Blackwork & Fine Line with Eastern Influence

Yuli Prajapati specialises in blackwork and fine line tattoos at Victims of Ink. Drawing on Japanese art, botanicals and symbolic imagery, her designs bring delicate lines together with solid black shapes and selective red accents.

Spider lilies, chrysanthemums, snakes, butterflies and stylised creatures feature throughout her portfolio. More surreal subjects, from a face in a noodle bowl to a skull framed by petals, show the range of her approach. Bring a custom idea or ask about one of Yuli’s original flash designs.

Explore Yuli’s work:

  • Blackwork with fine line detail
  • Japanese-inspired imagery and symbolic subjects
  • Botanical designs, snakes and butterflies
  • All-black compositions and black-and-red accents

Instagram: @yulixtattoo
Artist Page: View Yuli’s portfolio
Style: Blackwork · Fine Line · Botanical · Japanese-Inspired

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Syd – Microrealism & Illustrative Black and Grey

Syd Vicious works in illustrative black and grey, dotwork, realism and microrealism. She joined Victims of Ink in January 2024 after three years of tattooing, bringing a love of dark imagery, intricate textures and designs with character.

Her portfolio moves between animal portraits, botanical subjects and gothic imagery, including skeletons, medieval scenes, ornamental crosses and flowing filigree. Fine textures and dot shading give smaller pieces depth, while larger projects combine realism with illustrative and ornamental elements.

Explore Syd’s work:

  • Detailed animals and botanical subjects
  • Gothic imagery and medieval-inspired designs
  • Dotwork, texture and black and grey shading
  • Microrealism and larger illustrative compositions

Instagram: @sydvicious_ink
Artist Page: View Syd’s portfolio
Style: Black & Grey · Illustrative · Dotwork · Microrealism

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Woody – Anime, Fine Line & Illustrative Blackwork

Woody creates anime, fine line, blackwork and dark illustrative tattoos at Victims of Ink in South Yarra. Her work combines careful linework with expressive characters, soft shading and selective colour, from small personal pieces to larger custom designs.

Anime and manga are a recurring part of her portfolio, including character portraits, manga panels and playful scenes. She also tattoos winged figures, butterflies, birds, small symbols and cyber sigilism-inspired blackwork. Bring a favourite character or personal reference to start a conversation about your own piece.

Explore Woody’s work:

  • Anime characters and manga panels
  • Fine line symbols and small personal tattoos
  • Dark illustrative designs and blackwork
  • Black and grey shading with selective colour

Instagram: @woodytattooooo
Artist Page: View Woody’s portfolio
Style: Anime · Fine Line · Blackwork · Illustrative

Woody tattooing a client's shoulder

Khash – Character, Animal & Colour Tattoos

Khash creates character, animal and colour tattoos at Victims of Ink in South Yarra. Her portfolio ranges from playful Pokémon and anime designs to detailed animals, botanical pieces and ornamental compositions.

Defined outlines, rich colour and textured shading bring fur, feathers and foliage to life. Khash also works in black and grey, including animal portraits and flowing illustrative designs. She draws her own designs and works with clients on the subject, placement and how a tattoo follows the body.

Explore Khash’s work:

  • Pokémon, anime and other character tattoos
  • Animals, birds and nature-inspired subjects
  • Colour tattoos with detailed shading
  • Black and grey, botanical and ornamental designs

Instagram: @spicy.ink.tat
Artist Page: View Khash’s portfolio
Style: Colour · Characters & Anime · Animals · Black & Grey

Khash tattooing a client at Victims of Ink in South Yarra

Chanelle – Fine Line Realism & Illustrative Tattoos

Chanelle Pititto is the artist behind @bellamia.ink at Victims of Ink. Her tattoos bring together fine line detail, black and grey realism and illustrative design, from flowers and animals to symbolic and fantasy-inspired pieces.

Her recent portfolio includes Pokémon and gaming-inspired tattoos, low-poly characters, abstract florals and blackwork. Alongside delicate linework and soft shading, she creates larger compositions such as sleeves and back pieces. Chanelle also shares original flash; include a design you like or your own idea in an enquiry to discuss it with her.

Explore Chanelle’s work:

  • Fine line flowers, animals and symbolic designs
  • Black and grey realism and illustrative tattoos
  • Pokémon, gaming and fantasy-inspired subjects
  • Original flash, sleeves and larger compositions

Instagram: @bellamia.ink
Artist Page: View Chanelle’s portfolio
Style: Fine Line · Black & Grey · Realism · Illustrative

Chanelle Pititto tattooing a client at Victims of Ink

Tanya – Surreal, Dark, and Distinctly Illustrative

Tanya is a tattoo apprentice at Victims of Ink with a focus on dark illustrative, surreal and abstract designs. Working as @no.sleepovers, she explores unusual creatures, anatomy and expressive linework.

Her work ranges from insects, spiders and animal skulls to flowing abstract marks and distorted forms. The darker side of her portfolio explores body horror and imaginative creatures, alongside birds, fish and botanical subjects. Tanya shares original flash, custom pieces and freehand work, where the design is drawn directly onto the skin to follow the placement.

Explore Tanya’s work:

  • Dark illustrative creatures and unusual anatomy
  • Insects, skulls and surreal subjects
  • Abstract marks and expressive linework
  • Original flash, custom designs and freehand work

Instagram: @no.sleepovers
Artist Page: View Tanya’s portfolio
Style: Surreal · Dark Illustrative · Abstract · Freehand

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An Inclusive Studio for Everyone

Our studio in South Yarra is more than just a place to get tattooed — it’s a space where clients from all walks of life feel respected, understood, and supported. We’re proud of the diverse, body-positive, and LGBTQIA+ friendly environment we’ve built, where first-timers and long-time collectors alike can feel at home.

Whether you know exactly what you want or you’re just starting to explore ideas, our female artists are here to guide you every step of the way — from consult to design to aftercare.

What to Expect From Your Visit

From your initial consult to the moment you leave with your new piece, we want you to feel comfortable and confident. Here’s what you can expect when you book with us:

  • Friendly, pressure-free consultations

  • Custom designs tailored to your ideas

  • Clear, honest advice from experienced artists

  • A clean, professional, and welcoming studio

  • Supportive aftercare tips to help your tattoo heal beautifully

Narelle Suleyman
Narelle Suleyman
Where to begin? I have never thought I would be this happy with my tattoo. The amazing artist Chanelle, was patient, kind, her precision was next to none. The detail and the outcome nothing short of immaculate. Additionally, Chanelle was friendly, kind and considerate. I highly recommend Victims of Ink and Chanelle. Thank you so much.
Susannah Mannie
Susannah Mannie
Millie is literally so amazing! I love her work and the staff of Victims of Ink are always lovely, everyone is super welcoming!
Kelly Stanton
Kelly Stanton
Whole space is clean and well looked after. Lovely and friendly staff. Milli did an amazing job doing my tattoo couldn't recommend her or the studio more!
Janine Harmsen-Kempers
Janine Harmsen-Kempers
This Studio is one of the best I’ve been too, I love the vibe and the people and definitely will be back again! Thank you Yuli for my tattoo! I love with it.
Ava Scarlett
Ava Scarlett
Such a great experience at this studio!! I saw the artist Syd to get a custom design done, she handled my requests with such care and the whole process was a super straightforward and easy process!! 😊😊

Book Your Appointment Today

If you’re looking for a female tattoo artist in Melbourne who will listen, understand, and bring your ideas to life with skill and care, you’ve found the right place.

  • Visit us in South Yarra
  • Book a consultation online or stop by the studio to chat with our friendly team.