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Sylvia｜思岐

@sylvia.ink.journal

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𝗦𝘆𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗮 🍐 𝗩𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁
✧ Specialized in flow, movement, composition & color
✧ Nov. bookings are open
✧ Bookings closed: Dec 2026 – Jun 2027

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The season gets colder, but a little fox can warm it up. 🍂

#vancouvertattoo #foxtattoo #watercolortattoos #seattletattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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a year ago

🌸 Hi everyone, I’m Sylvia 🌸

It’s been a while since I last introduced myself, and with so many new friends here, I thought it was time to share a little more about who I am and what I do.

I’m a tattoo artist based in Vancouver, specializing in Asian-inspired designs. My style draws heavily from Chinese ink painting, with brushstroke textures, flowing lines, and balanced compositions. I often work with animals, plants, and natural elements — symbols that carry both strength and softness. For me, tattoos are not just decoration, but a way to tell stories and capture emotions in a timeless form. Recently, I’ve also been experimenting with portrait-inspired designs, exploring how to bring the same ink painting textures and flowing lines into human figures.

Over the past few years, I’ve had the chance to grow a lot as an artist. I’ve refined my technique, explored larger custom projects, and really leaned into the kind of work that feels true to me: tattoos that are elegant, thoughtful, and created to fit each client, whether they hold a personal meaning or are simply something beautiful to wear.

When it comes to my personality: I might look a little quiet while working, but I actually love chatting with my clients. If you ever come get a tattoo from me, don’t be afraid to start a conversation — I’m always happy to listen and share stories. My goal is to keep the atmosphere comfortable, natural, and friendly.

This year has been especially meaningful for me. I graduated from Emily Carr University in the spring, and later in the summer, I also celebrated my wedding 💍. Both milestones have shaped me in different ways — as an artist, and as a person. It’s been a year of transition, growth, and a lot of gratitude.

Thank you to everyone who’s been following along and supporting my journey. I’m so excited to share more of my designs, my process, and the stories behind the tattoos with all of you.

🖤 Sylvia

#vancouvertattooartist by @sylvia.ink.journal

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A soft little garden in shades of pink and violet. 🌿

#floraltattoo

So grateful you came all the way from Washington, DC to Vancouver for this piece. Thank you for trusting me! 💗

Two days, lots of ouch moments, but we made it!! by @sylvia.ink.journal

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AVAILABLE DESIGN 🌙🖤

A little midnight magic in shades of blue and violet.

Something about these colors feels just right for October.

DM to claim. 🤍

#vancouvertattoo #seattletattoo #raventattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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Some endings feel strangely familiar.

The same fire, the same ashes, and somehow, another beginning. 🔥

#vancouvertattoo #seattletattoo #phoenixtattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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8 days ago

Somewhere between earth, water, and open sky.🦉

#seattletattoo #vancouvertattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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19 days ago

A little collection of tiny joys 🐇🌷🍓
Soft, playful, and made to make you smile. 🤍

#bunnytattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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a month ago

So it’s actually happening…

I’ll officially be starting my maternity leave this December. 🤍

It still feels a little unreal writing that. Looking back, I’m just really grateful for all the people I’ve met at different stages of this journey. Some of you have known me since I was still tattooing while in university, some found me somewhere along the way, and some of us have only just met recently.

It’s really special seeing familiar faces come back over the years, while also meeting new people and hearing little pieces of your lives through the time we spend together.

I think that’s part of why “journal” has always felt right to me. We’re all moving through different chapters of our own lives, and sometimes our pages just happen to cross.

I’ll still be tattooing through the fall before starting my maternity leave in December. My books will reopen in April, and I’m planning to be back tattooing in June next year. I’ll still be sharing new designs while I’m away, and of course, if you have a tattoo idea you’d love to work on together, you’re always welcome to reach out and chat with me anytime.

Very grateful for everyone I’ve met somewhere along the way. And very excited, and maybe still a little nervous, to see what this next chapter brings. 🤍 by @sylvia.ink.journal

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AVAILABLE DESIGN🌊

A little piece of the deep blue.

Loose brushwork, quiet movement, and plenty of space to let the design breathe.

DM me or use the link under my bio to book yours

#vancouvertattoo #seattletattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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A whisper of colour, with a little lace woven in between.

#iristattoo #floraltattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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a month ago

Deep blues, soft purple, and just enough black to hold everything together.🌌

One of those color palettes that works so well on skin.

#dragontattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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a month ago

AVAILABLE FLASH 🍋

A small collection with a soft, playful little garden-world feeling.

Both designs are available and can be adjusted slightly to suit the placement while keeping the original composition.

#vancouvertattoo #seattletattoo by @sylvia.ink.journal

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