FO DRAWS

FINELINE & MICROREALISM TATTOO ARTIST BASED IN ANCOATS, MANCHESTER

Fine Art

 Meets Micro

realism

I didn't start with a tattoo machine; I started with calcography plates and linocut prints at the Academy of Fine Arts in Naples. My approach to tattooing is rooted in classical training.

A person wearing a dark baseball cap, earrings, and a chain necklace smiles at the camera against a beige wall.

Whether we are designing a delicate floral piece or translating your favorite Studio Ghibli frame into skin, every piece begins as a freehand pencil sketch and ends as a piece of fine art designed for longevity.

BESPOKE FINELINE

ELEGANT ANIME

NARRATIVE TATTOOS

BASED IN MANCHESTER

A simple black-outlined, eight-pointed star shape on a white background.
A delicate, fine-line tattoo of trailing ivy vines and small leaves winding along the side of a person's torso.

Alfonso is an incredibly talented artist, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From the very first message discussing ideas, he was friendly, professional, and made me feel completely at ease! He took the time to listen, offered great advice, and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way!

A black-ink tattoo on skin featuring a sun and moon phases above a scale weighing a heart against a brain.

Highly recommend Alfonso! Absolutely faultless from initial contact right through to the tattoo being finished. I couldn't be any happier with how it turned out. As this was my first tattoo I didn't really know what to expect but he explained everything and made the process quite relaxing. I'm already thinking of my next one and won't be going to anyone else!

FAQS

  • What are your rates?

    £X for a full day. Smaller pieces are priced individually - drop me an email and we'll discuss everything. 

  • Do you require a deposit?

    I require a £50-£100 deposit to secure your booking, which comes off the final price of the tattoo. Pricing is based on the size, detail, and placement of the piece, which we will discuss during consultation.

  • How far in advance should I book?

    Lead times vary, but I typically book 1-3 months in advance.

  • Do you tattoo outside Manchester?

    Yes, I organise regular guest spots in London. Follow my Instagram page to stay in the loop and get updates about all confirmed locations.

  • Where are you located in Manchester?

    I tattoo out of the premium private studio STRGHTLNES, located in the heart of Ancoats, Manchester.