Meet the Artist — Rosie Evans

Rosie Evans is a traditional tattoo artist originally from Leeds, UK, now based in Los Angeles. Known internationally for her bold, precise linework and timeless design sensibility, Rosie stands among the top echelon of contemporary traditional tattooers. Her work is instantly recognizable — clean, confident, and deeply rooted in the heritage of American traditional tattooing — but always with a signature softness and balance that is distinctly her own.

Rosie’s journey began in Leeds, where she completed a full, shop-based apprenticeship — learning to tattoo the way it’s been done for generations: by showing up, putting in the hours, and earning every inch of trust. She spent years studying the technical foundation of the craft: machine tuning, needle control, pigment saturation, skin response. She drew flash obsessively. She learned to tattoo not just for the moment — but for longevity.

Her early career was shaped by a reverence for history and a respect for the lineage of tattoo artists that came before her. That foundation is visible in every piece she makes: whether it’s a rose, a lady head, a sacred heart, or a dagger, Rosie tattoos with authority, clarity, and purpose. Her lines are strong. Her color is saturated. Her placement is considered. Her work heals beautifully, and it holds up — the ultimate mark of a traditional tattooer.

After establishing her name in the UK, Rosie relocated to Los Angeles and joined the renowned Martlet Tattoo Parlor in Highland Park. There, she continued to refine her style and gain global recognition. Today, she is widely respected across the international tattoo community — admired not only for her work, but for her attitude: humble, focused, and deeply professional.

Rosie is frequently invited to guest spot across the U.S. and Europe, and her books consistently fill with collectors who seek out her signature style. She is especially well known for her ability to handle cover-ups with strength and elegance, transforming old ink into meaningful new chapters for her clients.

What sets Rosie apart isn’t just her talent — it’s her discipline. Her commitment to tradition. Her belief that tattooing is an honor, and that the artist’s role is one of responsibility, presence, and deep care.

She works by consultation only, creating one-of-a-kind designs for people who are ready to mark something important. She welcomes all bodies, all backgrounds, and all stories.

This is more than just ink on skin. This is lineage, meaning, and timeless art — placed with intention, by hand.