Allison Thiessen (@himynameisallison)

Hi! My name is Allison, and I am a professional tattooer working at Albert Street Tattoo — but I’m also a multi-disciplinary artist, illustrator and visual storyteller. My work is known for its high level of detail and vibrant use of colour, ranging from serious science-based illustration, colourful nature pieces, queer or neurodivergent affirmations to silly pop-culture and video game tattoos. Picking one focus has never been easy for me — I am always learning new skill and mediums, both traditionally and digitally.

I have education from RRC’s graphic design and adv. graphic design program, which built a strong foundation for running my tattoo career. Outside of tattooing, I am particularly interested in getting into mural work, augmented and virtual reality experiences, science and art exhibits, and set design (for example, designing a stage for a rave would be incredible, as I am an avid raver)

I am a fantastic communicator, which is a necessary requirement to build some of the high-level concepts I enjoy working on, tattooing or otherwise. My strengths lie in translating complex information into striking visual concepts and experiences. I am always looking to push my brain to create with new mediums or types of art.

If my work and approach speaks to you, let’s connect!