Inked By Iris

25/10/2026

A new look. Same artist. A whole lot of meaning behind the name. 🤍

For those who are new here, and those who’ve been following my journey for a while, I thought it was time to properly reintroduce Inked By Iris and the story behind it. Because while the branding might be new, I’m certainly no stranger to this industry.

Growing up, I always had an eye for the finer details. Artistry, fashion, design, aesthetics -anything that allowed me to be creative and a little particular (some things never change). But alongside that creative side was an equally curious mind, one that eventually led me into science and completing my Bachelor of Animal & Veterinary Bioscience. Two seemingly different worlds that, somewhere along the way, found their perfect intersection in cosmetic tattooing.

And that’s where things got interesting.

Behind the scenes, there’s been countless hours of practice, training, certifications, advanced courses and ongoing upskilling. A whole lot of learning, unlearning, refining techniques and occasionally questioning absolutely everything I thought I knew. Because this industry doesn’t stand still, and neither should the people working in it.

Looking back at my earliest work compared to what I produce today, I can see just how much I’ve evolved as an artist. Not just in the precision of my workmanship, but in my understanding of skin, pigment behaviour, technique and the importance of making decisions that will still serve my clients years down the track.

And trust me, I’m still learning. I don’t think that should ever stop.

My vision for Inked By Iris has been shaped just as much by my personal experiences as my professional ones. Having been on the other side of the needle, experienced cosmetic tattooing firsthand, watched the industry evolve and navigated my own tattoo removal journey, I’ve developed a very different appreciation for what this service should represent. Not just beautiful results today, but thoughtful decisions for the years that follow.

Where can we improve? What can we approach differently? How can we better understand the skin, the pigments we use and the individuality of the person sitting in front of us? These are the

21/07/2026

‘Can you just tattoo a lip line?’ No babe, I’ll do you one better. Corrective Ombré Lip Blush ❤️‍🩹

Our eyes don’t just see the border of the lips- they see the lips as a whole therefore it is very important to ensure harmony. This is why tattooing only a dark outline creates contrast without support; often making the lips appear smaller, harsher and visually unbalanced.

If a liner look is what you desire, Ombré Lip Blush is for you. Blended colour from the border inward, creating harmony, enhancing shape and giving the illusion of naturally fuller, healthier lips. The result is timeless, elegant and beautifully proportioned- not just a ring of colour surrounding bare lips.

These lips were previously completed elsewhere and corrected by yours truly. A pleasure for such a mega babe ✨⚡️👼

14/07/2026

Before every treatment is a friendship 🫂🤍✨

I want to emphasise the significance of having a strong relationship with your chosen tattoo artist, and here’s why:

The best cosmetic tattoos are created when both artist and canvas unite, sharing the same vision. That trust allows the best possible artwork to be created. As an artist, my heart feels full, and as a client, your confidence oozes. That’s what real artistry should look and feel like.

When you see me, I’m in your space and up in your face. Your unique anatomy, muscular composition, facial features, preferences, and goals are all carefully considered. Nothing is rushed, nothing is overlooked. I take great pride in getting to know not only the face in front of me, but the person behind it.

This is what an appointment with me feels like- slow, considered, and deeply personalised. While I delicately create your new brows or lips, here’s a little glimpse behind the scenes: a Lip Blush pre-draw in motion… and yours truly, completely locked in. 🪄

10/07/2026

27/04/2026

What a stunning testimonial 🤍 Make sure you’ve renewed your car insurance pre-appointment angels, thank you beautiful Jed 👼 xo

20/04/2026

It’s been a hot minute since I’ve reappeared… so it feels right to reintroduce myself- to all the beautiful new faces, and my loyal day ones 🙏🪽

My name is Stephanie, I’m 28, and I take intensive pride in creating confidence through natural, refined Permanent Make-Up. A little about me…

I’ve been working since the very (and definitely illegal) age of 13. From 18–26, I balanced two jobs while completing my Bachelor in Animal & Veterinary Science. I opened Inked By Iris in 2023 while still figuring out where I actually wanted to be. At the same time, I was navigating an autoimmune condition… but when I found tattooing, everything just clicked. Quieter. Aligned.

Growing up, I was a full-blown glamour queen- kiddie heels, rings on every finger, styling everything in sight. A little diva? Absolutely. But like many of us, coming from a strict Greek family, I was guided toward a “secure” path. University was a must. A 9-5 job was significant.

The animal industry was VERY confronting. Loving animals the way I do, the reality was heavy and over time, it wore me down…So I found something that felt like the opposite. I needed science… but I also needed art. And here we are- cosmetic tattooing is the perfect mix of both. Pigment chemistry. Skin biology. Facial harmony. Precision. Detail. A very trained eye. It was an instant YES.

Because permanent make-up shouldn’t scream “I’ve been tattooed”…it should have people asking, “wait… what has she done?” No two faces are the same and your tattoo shouldn’t be either.

So if you like your results customised, intentional, and a little bit elite… Inked By Iris is for you 🤍 I truly hope, in sharing my journey… you choose to share yours with me. Stephanie xo