HONG CHA

Resident Artist in Nocturne Atelier
Based in Birmingham, UK

Watercolor Specialist
6 years exprience in tattooing  
Master's degree in Fine Art

Hongcha is a Korean tattoo artist who captures the fleeting moments of nature and brings them to life through watercolour inspired tattoos.

Her work begins with hand drawn sketches which evolve into organic lines and colours that flow naturally on the body. Drawing on the delicate textures and layered washes of fine art painting she combines natural forms and colours on the skin exploring the boundary between reality and imagination.

Each tattoo moves gracefully with the body’s contours while the interplay of light shadow colour and form gives every piece a distinctive vitality and sensory depth. Through this approach each client is gifted with a personal and original ‘nature of their own’.

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How Hongcha works

Before making a reservation, please take a moment to read the following — an outline of Hongcha’s approach and what to expect throughout the process.

Design Process

All of Hongcha’s designs, including flash pieces, are created exclusively for each individual client. Every piece begins with the booking form, which serves as the foundation for the entire design process. Full creative freedom is also welcomed.

Clients are encouraged to share references that reflect their taste- such as photos, images, music, or anything that feels personal. If there are existing tattoos near the intended placement, a photo would be helpful. All information shared with Hongcha is kept strictly confidential.

Deposit

Bookings are confirmed only once the deposit has been received, at which point the design process begins. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable in the event of cancellation for personal reasons.

Design Revisions

The completed design will be sent 1–2 days prior to the appointment for review and revisions. (Due to her schedule, designs may occasionally be sent outside of regular working hours.)

As Hongcha’s work is rooted in hand-drawn sketches, please note that major modifications that significantly differ from the original booking form- such as changes to placement or subject matter- may result in rescheduling or cancellation. Should any changes to placement, size, or subject matter be needed, please request these at least one week before the appointment.

Cover Up

For cover-up enquiries, clients are asked to provide a photo or video of the existing tattoo, along with its approximate size.

Consultation

Placement, size, and overall details will be discussed further during a one-to-one consultation on the day of the appointment. Pre-care instructions will be shared separately the day before the session.

Time Planning

For clients travelling from another city or abroad, or those with a tight schedule, Hongcha kindly asks that any time constraints be shared in advance so the session can be planned accordingly.

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