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Louella Deville from Australia
Where did you grow up?
I have moved between states
five times, attended six different schools and lived in over twenty different
houses. I’ve been blessed to be able to live in such diverse places, from
living on a farm, living by the beach, in the mountains and now in the city of
Melbourne.
How has that influenced you?
I’m definitely accustomed to
change and I learnt how to adapt to different situations at a pretty young age.
I had to make friends everywhere I would go. It definitely made me a much more
outgoing person.
When did you start getting
tattoos?
The week after I turned 18. I
wanted the same pieces when I was fifteen, and as soon as I turned eighteen I
got exactly that.
How would you describe your
style?
It changes from day to day,
depending on my mood.
Do you consider tattoos as a
serious art form?
Yes. So much time, thought
and persistence goes into tattooing. It’s a skilled art and something appreciated
not only by the artist but the collector. It’s something that physically stays
with someone for the rest of their life.
How do you see the tattoo
culture right now?
The culture is alive and
thriving and there are so many amazing artists and creative's doing what they
love and making a living from it. I also see it as an over saturated market.
What has been your
inspiration for getting them?
Different things that have
happened to me in my life. Some of them are really significant to me, some just
pretty artwork I like.
What’s your favorite piece?
I really don’t know, I like
all my tattoos differently. Let’s just say I don’t have any I don’t like.
Do you catch people staring
at you because of your ink?
Sometimes, but I know most people are just
interested and want to see what I have. Sometimes I get that really judgmental
look from people, but that’s their issue not mine.
In your opinion, do your
tattoos change your mood often?
Not really, but they
definitely effect what I’m going to wear sometimes, ha-ha.
What’s your most significant
tattoo and why?
My feet. They were my first,
and I wanted those exact designs since I was 15. They mean a lot to me, and
represent the balance between male and female. Also, the four pieces I have on
my left ankle and shin are pretty significant.
What advice would you give to
someone wanting to get their first tattoo?
Make sure you’re old enough.
You don’t know what you want in life, even at eighteen when it’s legal you’re
still so young. So just make sure you’re old enough and find a good tattoo
artist!!!!!
Will you be getting anymore?
Yep. I think I want to do my
back soon.
What’s your biggest
inspiration, what keeps you going?
Music.
What is one thing that life
has taught you?
That you can’t please
everyone and you need to live your life for you and not what everyone is
telling you ‘should’ and ‘shouldn’t’ do. I’ve also learnt that you must take
risks in life. Always strive to do things
that make you feel good, realize your passion and don’t give up. If you believe
in yourself, that’s all that matters.
Do you have a favorite quote?
“Life is not measured by the
amount of breaths we take, but the moments that take our breath away.”
Anything else you would like
to add?
Stay Classy Australia.
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Photo Credits:
Rzarekt - 1, 3.
Jessica Eisner - 2.
Guiseppe Dante Sapienzia - 4.
Meezy Media - 5.
Keysus - 6.
Hana Schlesinger - 7.
ArtCrazy - 8, 9.
Melissa Findley - 10.
Photo Credits:
Rzarekt - 1, 3.
Jessica Eisner - 2.
Guiseppe Dante Sapienzia - 4.
Meezy Media - 5.
Keysus - 6.
Hana Schlesinger - 7.
ArtCrazy - 8, 9.
Melissa Findley - 10.