Meet Rose
The Body as a Space
To me, a tattoo is more than just an image—it’s an architectural addition to the body. With a background as a professional Interior Designer, I approach tattooing through the lens of scale, flow, and spatial harmony. I see the body as a unique canvas where art should work with your natural lines, not against them. Whether we are collaborating on a custom geometric piece or a delicate fine-line design, my goal is to ensure the placement and style communicate exactly what you want.
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The Studio Vibe
When you’re in my chair at Wild Rose Tattooing and Piercing, the experience is yours to curate. My sessions are laid-back and casual—you pick the playlist, you set the mood. I love hosting Partner Sessions, so bring your best friend or partner, hang out, and share the experience together.
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My Nomad Life
When I’m not at the shop, I’m living life on the road! I’ve been a full-time nomad for five years, living in a converted bus. I spend my summers here in the Midwest and chase the sun the moment the weather turns. I love hearing travel stories, so come prepared to tell me about your favorite hidden gems!
F.A.Q.
What is an apprentice tattoo?
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An apprentice tattoo is a tattoo done by someone learning to tattoo! To become a licensed tattoo artist I need 200 hours of tattooing to be completed under the supervision of a qualified tattoo artist. In my case that is Wild Rose Tattooing & Piercing owner - Vanessa!
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What this means is you will be able to get tattoos at a discounted rate as I learn and practice tattoo techniques. All of my work will be overseen by Vanessa and she will always be on site to step in and help.
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Thank you for being a part of my tattoo journey!
What is your schedule/available hours?​
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My schedule is closely tied to Vanessa's as she needs to be on site for supervision, so I need to continue to update and coordinate my hours with her availability. Once you reach out to me about a tattoo we'll coordinate the appointment time and date via email.
I received a voucher from the Waconia Community Expo - how do I use it?​
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Fill out my contact form and check the box to indicate you have a voucher! Generally the free voucher is for medium sized tattoos and smaller, but if you have a larger or more complex tattoo in mind reach out and we can discuss. My availability is limited to June - spots are filling up fast so please sign up to grab one.