Malta • Tattoo artist
Art, made
permanent.
Realism, fine line and custom tattoo work shaped through fine-art training and close collaboration.
01 — Recent work
Every piece begins
with a conversation.
Personal references, careful composition and a fine-art eye come together in one-off work designed for the body.
Explore the practice
Tattoo work in Malta,
developed one story at a time.
02 — In motion
Look closer.
Three short studies in line, narrative and detail.
03 — The artist
A fine artist,
then a tattoo artist.
Sephora Vella is a Malta-based tattoo artist whose practice is grounded in drawing, painting and art history. Her work moves between realism, precise linework and abstract geometry, always beginning with the person who will wear it.
Before tattooing, Sephora spent seven years teaching art. That background still shapes the way she listens, composes and turns personal references into balanced, lasting work.
- MFA
- Master's in Fine Arts
University of Malta - BA
- History of Art
with Honours - 07
- Years teaching
art students
04 — The process
From first thought
to final line.
- 01
Bring the story
Share the idea, references and meaning you want the piece to carry. It can begin as a clear image or simply a feeling.
- 02
Shape the composition
Sephora develops a one-off design around your anatomy, scale and preferred visual language, then refines it with you.
- 03
Make it permanent
The final work is tattooed with patience, close attention to detail and a calm, collaborative approach.
05 — Good to know
Before we begin.
How do I start a booking?+
Send Sephora your idea, preferred placement, approximate size and any references by email or WhatsApp. The consultation guide explains what is useful to include.
Can Sephora develop an idea from scratch?+
Yes. Custom composition is central to the process. A story, symbol, memory or loose visual direction is enough to begin a conversation.
What styles does she work in?+
Her portfolio spans black-and-grey realism, portraits, fine line, illustrative work and geometric or abstract custom pieces.
Where are appointments held?+
Sessions are currently held by appointment in San Ġwann, Malta. Exact details are confirmed when the booking is arranged.
San Ġwann · Malta
Appointments by consultation
06 — Start a conversation