Vanessa is a tattoo artist at Drunken Monkey Tattoo on Center Road in Saginaw, Michigan, known for her passion for realism, dark gothic, and nature-themed tattoos. She creates pieces that bring depth and emotion to the skin — from realistic flowers and forest-inspired art to creepy spiders and hauntingly beautiful gothic designs. The darker and more detailed, the better.

Although Vanessa is early in her tattoo career, her talent and drive to master realistic and nature-inspired tattoo art set her apart. Every tattoo she creates is a reflection of her lifelong dedication to art — a passion that started in childhood. She spent years entering art competitions throughout school and taking every extra art class she could, knowing she was meant to live a creative life.

Vanessa is deeply grateful for every client who trusts her to bring their vision to life, saying, “You are the reason I get to live my dream every day.” Her work captures both the beauty and darkness of the natural world, blending artistic precision with raw emotion.

If you’re drawn to dark realism, gothic tattoos, or nature-inspired designs, Vanessa is the artist to bring your ideas to life