The Nip Nook

Specialist areola tattooing.

Based in South Devon

My name is Amie Leonhardt, a tattoo artist with 10 years experience, based in Torquay, Devon.

After surviving 2 sudden cardiac arrests, I decided I wanted to use my time on this planet to help others. After participating as both a voice and artist in the Mortal and Strong’s Scars of Gold exhibition, I met Lucy Thompson, founder of the Nipple innovation project, a charity working to fund high quality areola tattoos for those who need them. This amazing work inspired me and I knew it was something I needed to learn, so I joined Lucy’s Advanced areola course. - Now I am able to provide these incredible life changing tattoos.

I am currently offering discounted appointments for models while I build up my portfolio for my Nipple Innovation Project application - Please get in touch if you would like to apply!

thenipnook@gmail.com

  • Close-up of a person's nipple and areola with red and irritated skin, taken after a second session of natural lighting treatment.

    Fresh after 2nd session

  • Close-up of a person's bare chest and neck tattooed with a purple flower, with heart-shaped emojis covering the nipples.

    Areola shape adjustment - hearts

  • Assortment of Areola tattoos on fake skin showing a wide variety of colours and shapes

  • Two women standing together holding a certificate of attendance at a tattoo training workshop, with a backdrop displaying the website www.nipcharity.org and a leafy green wall.

  • A silicone mold with three circular indentations, and a circular silicone piece with a similar indentation, on a black surface. A metal tool is placed beside the mold, and a container of Sainsbury's Little Ones Petrelow Jelly is partially visible in the upper right corner.

  • Close-up of a human breast with visible redness, swelling, and a lump in the nipple area.

    Fresh after 1st session

  • Close-up of a nipple tattoo on the chest with surrounding skin, some hair, and slight redness.

    Healed after 1st session

  • Close-up of a tattoo artist using a tattoo machine to ink a circular 3d Areola design on skin.

  • Close-up of a tattooed person's chest with a nipple, showing redness around the nipple, some hair, and tattoos including a red and black illustration of a woman.

    Fresh after 1st session

  • Close-up of Ana Areola tattoo, nipple tattoo areola restoration

    Fresh after 2nd session

  • Tattoo artist with glasses and black T-shirt sitting on a pink chair, getting ready to draw or tattoo on a person's chest; tattoo artist has floral tattoos on her arms and wears pink gloves, and the person receiving the tattoo is covered with a green disposable gown. There are photos on the wall, a mirror, and plants in the background.

  • Close-up of a woman's bare chest showing a nipple and some skin imperfections.

    Healed after 1st session

  • Close-up of a person's bare breast with visible nipple and Areola tattoo.

    Fresh after 2nd session

  • Comparison of a woman's breasts before and after a cosmetic enhancement procedure. The top image shows the breasts before the procedure, the middle image shows markings made on the breasts in preparation for the procedure, and the bottom image shows the breasts after the first session with visible changes in size and shape.

    Before and after 1st session

  • Tattooed woman with glasses and pink gloves tattooing a restorative 3d Areola tattoo in a tattoo studio.

  • Tattoo of the words 'the nip nook’ arranged in a circle around a 3d realistic areola nipple tattoo on flat skin.

    Fresh after 1st session

  • Tattoo of a ring of text that reads the nip nook around an Areola tattoo after the second session

    Fresh after 2nd session

  • A tattoo artist with red hair and glasses is tattooing a person's arm in a tattoo studio. The studio has green walls, framed artwork, and tattoo supplies visible in the background.

  • Close-up of a 3d realistic Areola tattoo

    Fresh after 1st session

  • Close-up of a person's chest showing a nipple surrounded by redness, with visible tattoos on the skin.

    Fresh after 1st session

  • Close-up of a person's chest with tattoos, including a dagger and floral designs, and a nipple.

    Fresh after 2nd session

  • Close-up of human skin with a small mole, redness, and circular skin irritation near the nipple area.

    Fresh after 2nd session

The process

These specialist tattoos are done over 2 or 3 sessions, depending on how skin reacts. Tissue that has been previously damaged can be much more sensitive to the tattooing process, so we spread the tattoo out to prevent any further damage and anymore scarring. Not only that but it also helps us get the best, most realistic results that you are happy with.

Close-up of a tattoo with black ink, featuring text in a curved arrangement on the skin, and a dark shaded design above.

  • First meeting will be to run through the process, allow me to assess your skin and work out the best plan going forward. We will talk about colour/shape options and look at fake tattooed skin examples.

  • During the first session we start by marking out the placement for your areola tattoo, once happy with the placement, it’s time for mixing colours ready for the tattoo.

    The tattoo process takes 20-30 minutes per areola. It’s important to note that the tattoo/s will likely look very red and inflamed for up to a week after.

    You’ll be given an aftercare pack with instructions, soap and balm to apply once the dressing is removed.

    Healing time will vary depending on a variety of factors but we can discuss this at your appointment.

  • The second session will be a little shorter than the first. This time we will be refining the tattoo/s, adding more detail and realism. It also allows me to touch up any areas that may not have taken due to scarring.

A tattoo artist with red hair, glasses, and tattoos on her arms, working on a tattoo on a person's leg in a tattoo studio.

How to get booked in for your consultation.

If you are interested in more information or would like to book a consultation, please fill out the form and I will get back to you as soon as I can.

FAQs

What services do you offer?

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3D Realistic areola tattoos

Rework old or faded areola tattoos

Areola colour or shape adjustment (heart shaped areolas etc)

Scar cover ups

And of course traditional tattooing!

Are there any requirements?

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If you are 8-12 months healed from your last surgery in the area, with no other surgeries planned, get in touch! This service is for anyone in need of a nipple (or two!)

How can I contact you?

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For Areola work, the best way to contact me is by email; thenipnook@gmail.com

For my usual tattoo work please contact me at bionictatter@outlook.com