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Resident artist at SANS PATRIE
Years of Experience
I’m Kayla Devlin, a South African tattoo artist living and working in London, with over 8 years of experience in the craft. Tattooing is more than a career to me - it’s a passion, a lifestyle, and a way to help people reconnect with themselves through art.
My style is versatile and deeply rooted in fine line work. I create everything from large, storytelling pieces to delicate micro realism, tiny scripts, and abstract compositions. I’m drawn to natural elements, soft geometry, and flowing forms - but more than anything, I love finding the perfect balance between design, body shape, and meaning.
Every tattoo I do is a collaboration. I care about the connection I build with my clients just as much as the piece itself. Whether it’s honouring a memory, celebrating change, or simply bringing a vision to life, I see tattooing as a way to help people love and inhabit their bodies in new, powerful ways.
This work is personal. It’s transformative. And I’m so grateful to do what I love every day, holding space for stories, shaping art that lasts, and meeting incredible humans along the way.
COME BACK TO CAPE TOWNNNN. I haven't been able to find an artist as amazingly talented as Kayla! Best tattoo experiences I've had. Super concentrated half the time, chatterbox the other half - but such a great experience overall. Would 10000000% recommend!!!

Jaden
I had a fantastic experience with Kayla! The quality of her work is exceptional, and I am extremely satisfied with the final result. The environment was welcoming, clean, and comfortable, which made the whole process enjoyable. Kayla’s friendly and beautiful personality, along with her great banter, added to the positive experience. Highly recommend!
Greg Moore
Kayla surpasses expectations! Her creativity is out of this world and she will make you laugh, cry, scream and laugh some more throughout the entire session. She is an absolute gem, professional and a once in a life time experience! GET TATTOOS FROM HER!

Tiya Daubeney
Based at San Patrie Studios in Hackney, London, Kayla is currently a resident artist while also travelling internationally for guest spots at renowned studios. These guest residencies allow clients from around the world to book with her closer to home. Here are some of the places she's had the pleasure of working from.
Cape Town
Amsterdam
Paris
Barcelona
Berlin
London
Manchester
Edinburgh
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