Tattoo studioAno Glyfada, Athens

The Inkeeper

Medieval fantasy tattoos by Inkzumi, drawn by hand for one body alone.

By appointment only

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IIThe artist

I'm Thomais, known as Inkzumi, the artist behind The Inkeeper.

Meet Inkzumi

Inkzumi smiling as she tattoos in the studio, gloved hands holding the machine, with gilded mirrors on the deep green wall behind her
Inkzumi at work

I first held a pencil when I was around three years old. Since then, art has been a quiet home for me. A place where I could be myself, and give shape to things I couldn't always put into words.

The path here wasn't a straight one. There were years of learning, charcoal-stained hands, abandoned sketches, and long stretches when everyday life left little room to create. But I always found my way back. I missed the simple joy of making something with my hands, and recognising a little of myself in it.

Today, I carry that feeling into tattooing, alongside my love of medieval imagery, dark fantasy, and old engravings. It means a great deal to create something that becomes part of someone else's story.

The Inkeeper grew slowly, through patience, doubt, and a dream I kept close. It holds a little of every version of me that helped bring it to life. My hope is that, when you step inside, you feel some of the warmth and belonging that art has always given me.

Tattooing since
2022
Trained
Self-taught
Works in
Custom pieces only
Speaks
Greek and English

Her style

Her work borrows from illuminated manuscripts and medieval heraldry, with echoes of Lovecraft's cosmic horror and the haunting worlds of the soulsborne cosmos. Fine linework, bold black fills, decorative borders and lettering bring together ancient legends, strange creatures, and the quiet beauty of forgotten worlds.

She designs each piece around the part of the body it will sit on, so a dragon wraps a forearm and a crest sits square on a chest. Small rune bands and large back pieces get the same care.

  • Dragons and wyverns
  • Knights and armour
  • Runes and lettering
  • Heraldry and crests
  • Eldritch beings and cosmic horror
  • Soulsborne characters and lore
IIIThe studio

A Medieval Sanctuary

Deep green walls, trailing ivy and wooden shelves give the room its warmth. Between the books, framed curiosities and flowers, there are little traces of the worlds that inspire the art made here. Some may feel familiar; others might give you a story to ask about.

It is a small, personal space, put together with care and a love for the unusual. Somewhere to settle in, share an idea, and feel at home, whether you are here for your first tattoo or returning to continue your story.

Warm light across gilded mirrors wrapped in ivy, a brass candle sconce and an amber apothecary bottle on a wooden shelf
Gilded mirrors and ivy
A lit candle in a brass sconce, a black sacred-heart sunburst and two swords on the studio wall
Candlelight and swords
VBooking

Book a session

All inquiries and consultations are through DM or email. Everything stays in writing: references, size, placement, changes. Nothing is lost, and we can always backtrack.

Consultations are free.

@inkzumi.ttt · Ano Glyfada

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    Contact

    What to send:

    • Your idea and reference images
    • Approximate size and placement
    • A photo of the area (standing, neutral pose)
    • Budget (optional, but helpful)
    • For cover-ups or scars: a clear photo of the existing work
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    Design

    Your piece is shown on the day of your appointment. Not earlier.

    For larger works that need freehand and anatomical adjustment, this is part of your first session. We work with your body's shape, so the piece sits and moves as it should.

    Trust the process.

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    Arrival

    • Be on time. Arriving 30+ minutes late without notice forfeits the session and requires a new deposit.
    • Come sober, well fed and not sunburned.
    • Wear loose, dark clothing.
    • Bring snacks, water and something to pass the time.
    • One guest at most.

Before you book

  • Deposit

    A non-refundable cash deposit is required to secure your spot.

  • Rescheduling

    Give at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule. With less than 48 hours, a new deposit is required.

  • No-shows

    A no-show without warning means no future bookings.

  • Blackwork only

    No colour, no exceptions. Appointment only: walk-ins are not received.

A quiet, focused space. A medieval sanctuary.

VIAftercare

Aftercare

Follow these steps so your new tattoo heals properly. Healing well matters just as much as the tattoo itself.

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Protective film

  • Second Skin: keep this special protective film on for up to 48 hours. It's waterproof and lets the skin breathe. Take it off sooner if you get strong itching or irritation, or if it peels off and the tattoo is exposed.
  • Plain plastic wrap: take it off after 4 hours. It doesn't let the skin breathe the way Second Skin does.

Either way, once it's off, follow the same cleaning and care steps.

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Removing & cleaning

  1. Take Second Skin off under lukewarm running water. Pull it slowly and gently, along the skin, never sharply upwards. If you have plastic wrap, unwrap it carefully.
  2. Wash the tattoo well with clean hands and a mild, hypoallergenic, unscented soap, gently removing any leftover adhesive, blood or ink.
  3. Pat it dry with clean kitchen paper. Don't rub.
  4. Leave the area clean and dry, with no cream, for the first 24 hours after removal.
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Moisturising & care

From the next day, apply a thin layer of healing cream twice a day, for about 15 days or until the surface has healed.

Don't overdo the cream. The skin needs light moisture, not to stay wet all the time.

Wear clean, comfortable clothes and sleep on clean sheets, avoiding heavy rubbing on the area.

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Avoid while healing

  • Hot water and long baths, especially in the first week.
  • Pools, the sea, saunas and anything that soaks the skin for a long time, until it has fully healed.
  • Direct sun for the first 3–4 weeks. Don't put sunscreen on while the skin is healing; once it has fully healed, use SPF 50.
  • Scratching, rubbing, or picking at flakes and scabs.
  • Tight or dirty clothes that rub and irritate.
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What's normal

In the first week, itching, dryness and light peeling are normal. They're part of healing.

Don't scratch the tattoo or pull at the flakes, and keep caring for it as usual.

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Recommended products

Cream
Avène Cicalfate+ Repair Cream
Cleanser
Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Gel Moussant, or another mild, hypoallergenic, unscented cleanser

Any questions, or notice anything unusual while it heals? Don't hesitate to send me a message.

Thank you for your trust.

VIIPiercing

Piercing

A little adornment, a little self-expression.

Alongside tattooing, The Inkeeper offers piercing with our dedicated piercer. Whether you're choosing your first piercing or adding to a collection, you're welcome to bring your ideas, ask questions, and talk through what you have in mind.

From simple titanium pieces to something a little more ornate, explore our jewellery selection in the studio and find a detail that feels like you.

Piercing prices

Prices include basic titanium jewellery. Jewellery upgrades are available at an additional cost.

Ear piercings

  • Lobe€20
  • Micro Lobe€20
  • Tragus€25
  • Flat€25
  • Helix€25
  • Transverse Lobe€30
  • Conch€30
  • Contra Conch€30
  • Daith€30
  • Rook€30
  • Snug€30
  • Anti-Tragus€30
  • Industrial€35
  • Vertical Industrial€35

Facial & nose piercings

  • Nostril€20
  • Septum€30
  • Bridge€30
  • Eyebrow€30
  • Horizontal Eyebrow€30
  • Anti-Eyebrow€35
  • Third Eye€35
  • Cheeks€45

Lips & oral piercings

  • Labret€25
  • Medusa€25
  • Side Labret€25
  • Monroe€25
  • Vertical Labret€30
  • Jestrum€30
  • Ashley€30
  • Tongue€30
  • Smiley€30
  • Web€30

Bites

  • Angel Bites€50
  • Dahlia Bites€50
  • Snake Bites€50
  • Spider Bites€50
  • Cyber Bites€50
  • Dolphin Bites€50
  • Shark Bites€80
  • Canine Bites€80

Body piercings

  • Nipple€35
  • Navel€35
  • Surface / Microdermals€70*
  • Genital piercings€130*

* Final price confirmed with the piercer.

Have something in mind?

Get in touch to discuss your piercing and arrange a visit with our piercer.

VIIIMerch

Merch

Inkeeper's curated merch, designed exclusively by Inkzumi.

Unique dark fantasy designs featuring soulsborne heroes, on premium heavyweight t-shirts and hoodies, screen printed by hand with high-end materials and colours.

Keep an eye out for drop releases, and grab yours directly at the studio or DM to order.

New drops announced on @inkzumi.ttt

  • Black heavyweight t-shirt with a grey and white framed print of a hooded witch titled 'Ranni', shown beside the words 'Made by Inkzumi'

    Ranni

    Heavyweight tee

  • Back of a black heavyweight hoodie with a grey and white print of a blindfolded maiden holding a flame, titled 'Firekeeper'

    Firekeeper

    Heavyweight hoodie

IXContact

Send a request

Prefer email to a DM? Send the same details here. Everything stays in writing, and consultations are free.

About you

Only if you'd rather talk by phone.

Your tattoo

The creature, symbol or scene, the mood, and anything it should include.

Reference images (optional)

Choose images or drop them here

References, a photo of the area (standing, neutral pose) and, for cover-ups or scars, a clear photo of the existing work. Up to 5 images, JPG, PNG or WebP, 10 MB each.