Kristina Vishar — Colour Tattoo Artist

Kristina Vishar Colour Tattoo Artist in Manchester

AnimeCartoonsWatercolourFloralMicro-Realism

Based at No Regrets Studios Manchester in Salford. Custom tattoos by appointment.

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Selected Works

Anime colour tattoo by Kristina Vishar
Totoro ramen bowl tattoo
Watercolour red rose tattoo
Blue orchid watercolour tattoo
Gengar Pokemon hand tattoo
Blue jellyfish tattoo
Dragon warrior sleeve tattoo
Calcifer Ghibli tattoo
Maneki-neko lucky cat tattoo
Custom colour tattoo by Manchester tattoo artist Kristina Vishar
Hello Kitty tattoo
Frog soju bottle tattoo
Watercolour tattoo by Kristina Vishar
Red spider lily and kanji tattoo
Pochita Chainsaw Man anime tattoo
Sorting Hat watercolour tattoo
Kristina Vishar, colour tattoo artist in Manchester
Kristina Vishar cosplay portrait
Portrait of Kristina Vishar
Kristina Vishar cosplay portrait

The Artist Behind the Needle

I'm Kristina — a colour tattoo artist based in Manchester, specialising in anime, cartoon, watercolour, floral and micro-realism pieces. I create custom colour tattoos built around your idea, placement and skin tone rather than copied from flash.

My work is best suited to clients looking for clean colour, soft detail, character-based designs and delicate illustrative pieces with a polished feminine finish.

Works at No Regrets Studios Manchester — Unit 73 Yorkshire St, Salford, Manchester, M3 5EG, UK (map).

Currently booking by appointment only.

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Colour tattoo styles in Manchester

These are the main styles I usually work with — anime and cartoon-inspired pieces, watercolour effects, floral tattoos and fine micro-realism detail, created around your references and placement.

Anime tattoos

Character-based colour tattoos designed around your idea, placement and references.

Cartoon tattoos

Playful character and cartoon-inspired colour pieces designed around your references.

Watercolour tattoos

Soft colour transitions, painterly effects and delicate detail without heavy outlines where the design allows.

Floral tattoos

Custom flowers and botanical pieces with a feminine, decorative and colourful finish.

Micro-realism tattoos

Small-scale realistic detail with fine linework, suited to delicate and compact placements.

Custom colour tattoos

Bespoke colour work created from your references, story and preferred placement.

Kind Words

Talent doesn't even begin to cover what she has — this is artistry at its highest level. Kristina's vision brought Poppy to life again with breathtaking accuracy and emotion. The result is beyond anything I could have imagined.

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The detail is insane and the placement is perfect — it came out even better than I actually imagined. Kristina was super professional, made me feel comfortable the whole time. 10/10 would recommend.

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We collaborated on what my preferences were, workshopped the design until we were both happy. Her detail and watercolour design is incredible. During the final session we talked about creating a full sleeve.

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This was my first tattoo and I was a little nervous, but Kristina was amazing and made me feel very comfortable. We got the design set very easily and she was happy to alter it as I wished. Will be back!

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5 star experience from the booking consultation all the way to the tattoo. The level of design and detail was exceptional and the work carried out was amazing.

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Kristina was absolutely amazing. The tattoo itself is perfect, we couldn't have asked for better. She was great at explaining everything, making sure we were happy. A great experience overall!

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Excellent service, everyone is extremely helpful. Kristina did an amazing job — she did exactly what I wanted, and the final result looks even better than I could have ever imagined.

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My second tattoo after 20 years so I was quite nervous but they made the process very easy. On the day, Kristina had a design that was just what I had pictured and sat with me to do all of the tweaks.

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Had the most lovely and relaxing experience getting tattooed by Kristina Vishar! She is super helpful and talented, making sure my tattoo would look exactly how I wanted it!

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Where do I even begin? My artist Kristina was really nice and professional — her work is top tier without a doubt. I will definitely be coming back.

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Kristina did some butterflies for me and they turned out fantastic! She's an incredible colour artist and a lovely person!

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Perfect service from start to finish, incredible work from Kristina. Super friendly, super clean. I will absolutely be back.

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Kristina is an amazing tattoo artist! Gave amazing concepts and helped elevate my original concepts to something so beautiful!

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Common Questions

If you have specific ideas, describe them in as much detail as possible and send as many references as you can, so I clearly understand what you want. I'll show you the design on the day of the appointment. If needed, we can make changes and adjustments in person. If there isn't enough information, I'll message you in advance on WhatsApp.
Every piece is unique, so pricing depends on size, detail, placement and number of sessions. After reviewing your idea, I'll provide a personalised quote. A non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking.
A standard session is up to 7 hours.

Estimated timelines:
  • Full sleeve: usually 8–10 sessions
  • Upper arm / shoulder: 2–3 sessions
  • Forearm: 1–2 sessions
  • Get a good night's sleep — being tired makes pain feel stronger.
  • Eat a proper meal 1–2 hours before your appointment and drink plenty of water.
  • No alcohol or recreational substances for at least 24 hours (48 is better).
  • Go easy on caffeine (too much can increase anxiety and sensitivity).
  • If you take any medication or have medical conditions/contraindications, let me know in advance.
  • Bring fully charged headphones and download a few films or series — it helps you stay distracted.
  • Wear comfortable clothes that give easy access to the area and won't rub the fresh tattoo afterwards. For shoulder/upper arm, a vest is better than a t-shirt. For legs, shorts.
  • For the best result, it helps to prep your skin: gentle exfoliation 1–2 times a week and regular moisturising, especially after a shower.
  • Shave the area the day before your appointment (with a bit of extra space). If it's the inner bicep, please shave your armpit too. If you're not confident you can do it neatly, leave it and I'll do it on the day.
  • Avoid fake tan and harsh scrubs on the area for 2–3 days before your appointment.
I don't recommend numbing creams by default: there's a risk of allergy (including to lidocaine), the skin can react unpredictably, and healing can sometimes be less stable. The effect is often inconsistent — the cream can suddenly stop working and the pain comes back at once.
If you have any allergies (latex, tapes/adhesives, antiseptics, medications, etc.), tell me in advance so we can use suitable materials. If you've had strong reactions to tattoos or cosmetics before, please mention it before booking.
If you feel unwell (fever/cold), have active skin issues in the area, serious health conditions, blood-clotting problems, or you're pregnant/breastfeeding — message me in advance so we can confirm if it's safe to proceed. If you're unsure, ask before you come in.
Yes, you can come with a friend or partner — they can stay with you until we start the main part. For bigger projects, prep can sometimes take a few hours.
I film parts of the process and take final photos of the tattoo, usually without your face. If you don't want any filming, let me know in advance.
On the surface, a tattoo usually looks healed after 10–14 days, but full recovery takes 4–6 weeks (sometimes longer depending on the area and how your body heals).
  • Gym: light activity is usually fine, but avoid heavy sweating, friction, and intense stretching of the area for the first 7–10 days.
  • Sauna / steam room: avoid for at least 2–3 weeks (4 is better).
  • Pool / sea: avoid for at least 2–3 weeks (4 is better).
  • Sun / tanning: avoid until fully healed. After that, always use SPF (see below).
UV is the main reason tattoos fade. Avoid sun exposure until fully healed. After healing, always use SPF, especially in summer and on holiday. Tanning reduces contrast and speeds up fading.
One free touch-up is included within 3 months of your original session, provided you've followed the aftercare instructions. Beyond that, touch-ups are charged at a reduced rate.

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