Tamia opened Pulse Vancity in 2015. She wanted to create a studio that would be inclusive to other young women and make them feel safe and comfortable getting tattooed. Tamia specializes in fineline black and grey and Indigenous tattoos. She also teaches Introduction to Tattooing programs every year.

Our tattoo removal technician, Alex, has been with Pulse since its opening in 2015 and has a background in Project Management. Alex specializes in lightening and removing all forms of tattoos using our PicoWay laser. He also manages all operations at Pulse Vancity to ensure the studio doesn't burn down..

Chelsea joined the Pulse team in May 2022. She apprenticed under Tamia and specializes in fineline black and grey. Chelsea's attention to detail and bubbly personality will make you feel like you're getting tattooed by a life long friend. Check out her full portfolio on Instagram.

Katelyn joined the Pulse team in March 2023. She had taken Tamia's Tattoo Program, and her strong portfolio and work ethic landed her a position in the studio. Katelyn specializes in black and grey, in a variety of fineline and bold styles. Check out her full portfolio on Instagram.

Cam started tattooing at Pulse in July 2023, but has been working with us since May 2022 as a photographer. Cam's upbeat personality and kind nature will have you wanting more tattoos before you're done with your session. She specializes in both black and grey and colour tattoos. Check out her full portfolio on Instagram.

Téa is a new addition to the Pulse team, but has been tattooing since March 2023. Also a student of Tamia's, she specializes in fine line tattoos, dainty, floral and nature inspired work! Check out her portfolio on her Instagram.

Charlotte is Pulse Vancity's newest apprentice! She loves doing fine line tattoos. Clean, delicate, and detail focused. Whether it's something tiny and minimal, softly detailed and personal, or weird and a little bit unconventional. If you're into crisp lines and subtle designs, she'd love to tattoo you! Check out her full portfolio on Instagram.