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Drawn to something more
From Hobby to Career
Camilla has always loved drawing. But mostly as a hobby. The thought of turning it into a career felt overwhelming. After all, could you really make a living out of it? Yet, her friend’s question continued to linger. And six months later, she walked into a tattoo studio with a portfolio under her arm.
“The thought of becoming an independent artist intimidated me. I worried I’d feel isolated. But as a tattoo artist, I have an incredible amount of interaction with people,” Camilla explains.
What began with a small sketch has now culminated in She Art Studio in Aarhus. A place bursting with creativity and a wonderfully down-to-earth vibe; a space that feels like an extension of Camilla herself.
She Art Studio is a unique space. Low, grounded furniture. Colourful fabrics in various textures. A rustic pouffe with a label declaring “I used to be a sweater.”
The atmosphere is, quite literally, grounded. The décor feels like a warm hug; a remedy for the nerves and excitement many guests bring with them when walking into Camilla’s studio.
“My style has quite a comfortable but aesthetic expression. Both personally, in the way I dress, and especially in my studio. Getting a tattoo can be an intimate experience, whether it’s someone’s first or one with deep personal meaning. That’s why the space needs to feel soothing, giving people the physical and emotional room to feel safe and vulnerable.”
Comfort takes centre stage in her aesthetic. Comfort and, well, colours. They fill every corner of the studio, reflecting the whimsical and feminine universe that characterises Camilla’s tattoo designs.
The studio’s design invites relaxation. It encourages you to sit on the rug and unwind. But it never compromises on vibrancy, because playing with colours is one of Camilla’s favourite parts of her creative style.
It takes a certain steadiness to place something permanent on another person’s skin. When Camilla turns on the tattoo machine, a calmness takes over. Time momentarily slows down. It all stems from trust – in herself and in those who chose her work.
“It can be a little nerve-wracking. The fear of making a mistake. But I work so slowly that it becomes almost meditative. And I remind myself that they chose me because they love my work. I find immense peace in that,” she says.
At Her Own Rhythm
Camilla isn’t just calm; she’s also full of movement. She loves to dance and has done so since she was young. She thrives when surrounded by people. Her impulsive, spontaneous nature prefers stepping into new adventures rather than sticking to a rigid plan.
This is how Camilla finds her balance. The tranquillity and focus in her studio create space for spontaneity and activity in other parts of her life. The common thread? Flexibility. Freedom. And, she notes, a slow, unhurried morning. Together, these anchor her creativity and fuel the drive to keep inventing and reinventing.
This has become even more important now that Camilla’s family has grown from two to three. Parenthood has brought new demands to her life as an independent tattoo artist.
“Since becoming a mum, the freedom in my work has become even more valuable. Now, someone depends on me, so there are more practical tasks I need to complete during the workday. Flexibility is crucial because I’m not a very structured person,” says Camilla. She pauses, laughs softly, and adds:
“Though perhaps that’s just how it is when you’re creative.”
When Kurage first visited Camilla to talk about her vision for the studio, her wish was to make colour a central element. It needed to be fun, playful, and, above all, to bring a sense of warmth into the space.
For example, the yellow curtain in the kitchen matches the smiley face casually sitting atop a SMEG fridge. A rich velvety curtain by the dark sofa replaces the plain wall behind it. At the centre of the studio, a red curtain flows along an S-shaped track. Paired with a disco ball, light dances across the surface of the material. The curtain feels alive, creating a sense of focus and creativity essential to a tattoo artist’s work.
We asked Camilla how she retreats when she needs some alone time. When she needs to “draw the curtain” herself.
“I’m content being alone. I’m good at being bored, and I can always find something to do if I have something in my hands. But I can also binge-watch an entire series on the sofa in a day. Or walk out into the woods to take photos. That’s a hobby I really love, photography.”
A Creative Playground
Camilla has always been excellent at starting new things. If it were up to her, She Art Studio could become more than just a tattoo parlour. It could evolve into a creative platform in every sense.
“I dream of my studio becoming a space filled with opportunities. Book launches, creative evenings, photoshoots. A place where people don’t feel the pressure to perform but can simply be creative. Right now, the biggest obstacle is having too many ideas and not enough time to execute. But I love initiating things. I get bored otherwise. Which is also why I know I won’t be a tattoo artist when I’m 50.”
And the future? It’s up in the air. Exactly as Camilla prefers it.
