The Ink Alchemy Ritual Tattoo Day

I see you, dear one, you have done the inner work, you have transformed beyond your wildest imaginations and you know there is no going back.

You don’t want to go back.

The Ink Alchemy Ritual Tattoo Day is a portal of ceremony and intention to integrate what you have learnt so far and to step boldy into your next chapter.

Alice binds your story to scar and creates experiences that run much deeper than the surface of your skin.

“We are constantly evolving throughout this lifetime.

The experiences we have, shape us.

Our scars, our dreams and the people we love, influence us.

 We grow, we learn and we change.

With every action, decision and experience we are writing our unique story and it deserves to be celebrated”

Alice Boydell, ceremonial tattoo artist and evolutionary astrologer in Devon UK

In our society we have lost the traditional rituals that initiate us into our soul’s evolution…

We are often doing it alone, internally and unseen. When we are changing and growing so rapidly it can feel destabilising to walk through the world you once knew, feeling different than you once were. 

This is where an Ink Alchemy Ritual Tattoo Day can support you . Whatever threshold you are passing through we will create a ritual to deeply honour it and you will leave the ceremony with a physical manifestation of the transformation you feel inside, a beautiful piece of sacred skin art.

Ritual Tattooing is an ancient craft, one that we have lost connection to in our modern world. There is such power, beauty and magic when your body is marked with intention, care and a ceremony surrounding it, the experience we create together will run much deeper than the surface of your skin.

For these experiences we deisgn your Sacred Skin Marking on the day as part of the full experience. You are part of the process from start to finish and I believe this to be an incredibly potent way of marking your body.

This is experience requires courage, clarity in your intention and deep trust. Are you ready? Apply below

Ritual Tattoo of a butterfly with dotted details and moons around it on a person's forearm, with daisies and green leaves in the background. Created in ceremony by Alice, The Ink Alchemist

“I had a tattoo done by Alice in a Tattoo Ritual Ceremony, and it was the most incredible experience! I came with an idea of what I wanted to be tattooed, and where, but was struggling to pull it all together. I talked Alice through the tattoo, the journey I wanted it to represent, and the importance of it. She clicked immediately with everything I had shared and brought the tattoo together in a way I couldn't visualise. It was perfect!!

She is not only a fantastic tattooist, but a brilliant artist. Alice's nature and energy is so fantastic, she deeply cares and holds the space so beautifully while she is tattooing”

— Lana

This day is crafted just for you and your specific intention and needs, you will leave feeling nourished, celebrated, seen and empowered.

The Ink Alchemy Journey: A Map of Your Day

10:30 | Arrival & Grounding We begin with a guided visualisation meditation, we drop into the body, settle the nervous system and prepare for our journey together (There is an option to share Ceremonial Cacao to support our heart led journey)

11:00 | Intention Setting You will be invited to speak your intention out loud and in depth. Alice is skilled in hearing your words and translating them into Sacred Skin Markings that are deeply representative of your true soul esscense. We are binding your stroy to scar, so it must begin with the telling of your story.

11:15 | Evolutionary Astrology Reading. Alice is a qualified Evolutionary Astrologer and uses the language of the stars to support our creative process. it give you an opportunity to gain more clarity in this particular moment of you journey and to recieve guidance on the blueprint of your soul.

We are creating a tattoo from a heartful and soulful place, astrology is the language of the soul.

12:00 | The Creative Emergence Using creative techniques, we begin to "bring through" the imagery. This is a collaborative process and varies from person to person based on individual needs, we will be drawing together and stiring the creative cauldron until a design comes through clearly.

13:30 | Nourishment Break A pause to eat, integrate the morning’s insights, and prepare the physical body for the marking process.

14:30 | The Sacred Skin Marking Ritual The tattooing begins. This is the physical manifestation of your internal shift. With 9 years of technical mastery and 4 years of ritual experience, I ensure every dot is placed with care and attention, holding your story and intention close throughout the process.

17:30 | We conclude with a Closing Ritual. This anchors the day’s energy into your cells and formally closes the sacred space, allowing you to step back into the world renewed, empowered, and transformed.

After the Ceremony Intergration Alice will send you some reflective questions to help you intergrate your experience after the tattoo day.

*Please note timings will vary depending on how long each section takes. Larger tattoos will take longer and we may well run into the evening.

Hand-poke Ritual Tattoo of a phoenix with a swirling tail and fire in the style of a line drawing on person's upper arm, with stars and patterns surrounding it. Created in ceremony by Alice, The Ink Alchemist
Handpoke, Ritual Tattoo on a person's leg featuring geometric shapes, a spiral, and various symbols including triangles and lines, with red and black ink. A meanginful and personal tattoo created in ceremony
  • "The whole experience was held with reverence for the process, and felt to me the way I want getting a skin marking to feel: like a poweful moment of transition and alchemy. Thank you Alice it was magical"

    —Steph

  • "My trust tattoo ceremony with Alice was such a beautiful experience. I felt very held and heard within the process and able to trust the journey we went on together, feeling empowered to create something truly meaningful to me within the ceremonial setting. Alice is very gifted at translating a vision or idea into a tattoo design on the spot, and I came away with something that feels really special and meaningful to me and my journey."

    —Rowan

  • "What a magical experience!! Just had my first tattoo ever in ceremony with Alice… I had an idea of the things it needed to represent and she TOTALLY understood the significance and drew the most perfect embodiment. A powerful ceremony filled with intention and love. I can not recommend this enough. I now believe this is the only way to have a tattoo in this pure, sacred space. What an honour 🙏"

    —Sally

  • "Purely beautiful experience .. Alice looks at your soul, emotions, well-being before designing your tattoo.. this love & understanding is then transferred into the most loving tattoo you will ever receive.. Thank you Alice.. you are a force of creative beauty!!"

    - Pip

FAQs

What if I don't like the design we create on the day?

Because we begin our day with a deep-dive into your intention and your Evolutionary Astrology, the design is born from your own energy. It isn’t a surprise I’ve prepared in isolation; it’s a co-creation. We don't start tattooing until you feel a 'full body yes' to the symbol. My 9 years of design experience ensures that while the meaning is deep, the aesthetic is timeless and technically sound.


I’ve never had a ritual/ceremony before. Do I need to 'know' how to do this?

Not at all. You don’t need any prior experience with meditation, astrology, or ritual. My role as your facilitator is to lead the way and create a safe, held environment where you can simply be. I provide preparation exercises before our day together so you arrive feeling grounded and ready.


How big will the tattoo be? Is there a limit?

The 'Alchemy Day' is designed for a bespoke symbol that can be completed within our afternoon session. Usually, these are 'palm-sized' to ‘hand-sized’ pieces. If your vision is significantly larger (such as a full back-piece or sleeve), we use this day to initiate the first session of the portal, and we can discuss a multi-day journey.


Is the Astrology reading necessary if I don’t know my birth time?

While a birth time allows for the most precision, we can still work wonders with your birth date and location. The Astrology serves as a mirror—it helps us find the 'cosmic 'why' behind the transition you are marking. It’s a tool for clarity, and it always meets you exactly where you are.


How much is the Ink Alchemy Ritual Tattoo Day?

It is £888 for the full day experience


Why is this a 'Flat Fee' rather than an hourly rate?

In a standard tattoo shop, you pay for the 'application of ink.' In an Ink Alchemy Experience, you are investing in a 1-on-1 private retreat. This includes my 9 years of technical mastery, 4 years of ritual facilitation, a professional Astrology reading, bespoke design work, and a dedicated, sacred space where you are the sole focus. It is a 'closed container' designed to ensure you leave feeling nourished, not rushed.


What if I feel emotional or overwhelmed during the ritual?

Tattooing is a somatic experience—it is very common for emotions to move through the body. This space is specifically designed to hold that. Unlike a busy, loud street shop, our environment is private and quiet. We can stop, breathe, and move at your pace. Your tears, your silence, and your breakthroughs are all welcome here.


Where are you based?

I am currently based in Devon, UK. I can tattoo from a licensed studio in either Ashburton or Plymouth.

The full day experience not for you, but you still want to experience the magic of a tattoo ceremony?