RUBY

Residency · Florida

Realism tattoo artist in Fort Lauderdale

From 15 December 2026, Ruby takes private sessions in Fort Lauderdale. Dark realism in black and grey: portraits, dark figures and large-scale work, planned with you in person.

Ruby Ink, portrait of the tattoo artist in studio light with tattooed hands gripping her face
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Dates
From 15 December 2026
Studio
Borrowed Time Tattoo
410 NW 1st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Style
Black and grey realism

The artist

Selected work.

Natali El-Mardenli, known as Ruby, has tattooed for over 17 years. She is a Pro Artist for Nexus Cartridges and Believa Tattoo and endorsed by Killer Ink. Her residency brings her from Germany to Florida.

Large skull covering the full back, black and grey realism tattoo by Ruby Ink
01 · SkullFull back
Alice in Wonderland full sleeve with the Mad Hatter and the Cheshire Cat, black and grey realism tattoo by Ruby Ink
06 · WonderlandFull sleeve
Screaming vampire woman with fangs on the leg, black and grey realism tattoo by Ruby Ink
04 · VampireLeg
Snarling dog on the thigh, black and grey realism tattoo by Ruby Ink
07 · The houndThigh

All work

Before you request.

How do I book a session in Fort Lauderdale?
Choose Fort Lauderdale in the booking form and send your idea, the placement and a few photos. Ruby replies personally within 48 hours and agrees your date with you.
Will I see my design before the appointment?
Designs are not sent in advance. You see yours at the appointment and refine it together before the first line.
Do you take cover-ups?
Only small cover-ups, after Ruby has seen photos. Large cover-ups are not offered.
What will my tattoo cost?
Price depends on size, detail and placement. The more Ruby can see in your photos, the closer her estimate. Estimates from photos are not binding.
Also in Tampa Bay?
Yes. Ruby works in Tampa Bay from 2 November 2026. The studio is in St. Petersburg, FL. Tampa Bay

Fort Lauderdale. 15 December 2026.

From 15 December 2026, Ruby takes private sessions in Fort Lauderdale. Dark realism in black and grey: portraits, dark figures and large-scale work, planned with you in person.