At North of Winter Collective, we are proud of the relationships we have with our guest artists that visit regularly throughout the year

guest artists

German Pool

German Pool is a colour realism tattoo artist from Argentina, specialising in portrait tattoos that combine precision with emotion. He began tattooing in 2016 and quickly gravitated toward realism, inspired by a lifelong passion for drawing portraits. 


After moving to Europe, German participated in major conventions, connecting with artists and refining his techniques. Today, his work continues to evolve, blending technical mastery with storytelling to create unforgettable tattoos.

2026 confirmed dates

January 12-17th - fully booked

February 16-21st - taking bookings

A hyper-realistic tattoo of Tupac Shakur featuring a large portrait above a smaller figure of him performing on a stage.
Tattoo on a leg featuring a close-up and full-body portrait of Thomas Shelby from Peaky Blinders in a realistic style.
A realistic tattoo of Lionel Messi in his Argentina kit, shown from the chest up, with his hand resting on his jersey.

Leane Fate

Leanne Fate is a versatile tattoo artist celebrated for her mastery of Newschool, Neotraditional, Black & Gray, and Vegan tattoo styles. Her work shines in vibrant Disney and Marvel designs, as well as striking realism pieces that showcase her technical skill and creativity.


With a distinctive artistic flair, Leanne transforms ideas into bold, visually stunning tattoos that reflect her clients’ personalities and passions. Every piece is crafted with precision, imagination, and a commitment to bringing visions to life in unforgettable ways.

2026 confirmed dates

17th - 20th February - taking bookings

A realistic tattoo of a shiny, metallic red heart-shaped balloon with a thin string on skin, near a botanical tattoo.
A realistic tattoo featuring a large, heart-shaped blue diamond set in ornate gold filigree, surrounded by pink roses.
Colorful tattoo of Snow White, featuring a realistic portrait, cartoon characters, the Evil Queen, and an apple.

Amy Edwards

Amy Edwards is a leading tattoo artist specialising in vivid, story-driven portraits of horror icons, cult classics, and pop culture legends. Her signature style combines razor-sharp detail, fearless colour, and powerful composition to create work that’s as emotional as it is precise.


Every design is a collaboration, crafted to capture the essence of the character and the meaning behind it. Amy’s dedication to realism and creativity has earned her a loyal following and a reputation for unforgettable, cinematic tattoo art.

2026 confirmed dates

TBC

A detailed color tattoo on a thigh featuring two realistic faces surrounded by blue snowflakes and abstract shapes.
A realistic portrait tattoo of Lil Peep on a person's upper arm, featuring his signature face tattoos and yellow hat.
A vibrant, detailed tattoo of Alice Cooper with dark eye makeup, surrounded by floating eyeballs and a snake on a dark bg.

Contact Us

Guest Spot Applications

Tattoo artists looking to guest in Manchester are welcome to apply. We’re an independent, artist-run collective built for creative freedom and collaboration.


Our open-plan space, plus two private rooms, gives artists the flexibility to create in a studio full of character and community. You’re minutes from the city centre and a short walk from Manchester Victoria Train Station.

We offer free consultations for clients and a relaxed, supportive environment for artists and guests alike.



Whether you're visiting for a few days or planning repeat trips, drop your details below and we’ll be in touch.