Hand Poke Tattoo Ceremony
I have spent the past three years offering hand poke tattoo ceremonies, with the honour of being able to mark many beings' skin with significant and symbolic images. These experiences have consolidated for me repeatedly the magic and power that tattoo holds as an ancient practice, to set potent intentions in our life and acknowledge challenges and transformation. I continue to find immense beauty in sharing this this intimate healing experience. As an ancient indigenous practice of many natives peoples. I hope to honour the sacredness of tattoo in reclaiming our body and our roots.
About the process
You can either come to me with an idea, theme or symbol that is present for you, and we can work with that together, or we can meditate together in the session and feel what arises in the moment.
We will share ceremonial cacao, intention setting and weaving prayer into the ritual. We will finish with a sound bath to integrate.
My rate is £80 an hour, £300 for half-day retreat and £500 for full day retreat.
The sessions are taking place in the beautiful Domnu Valley community and retreat centre in North Devon, in a cosy treatment room. Come immerse yourself in this wild landscape with a gushing river running through.
A perfect gift to yourself or a loved one to honour a symbolic moment, weave intention and adorn yourself with reverence. I have found these to be potent healing experiences.
Please reach out to me if you feel curious.
Kolbi
"Tattoo ceremony with Josie continues to be with me with every step I take. Always reminding me to trust my intuition, speak in truth, walk in kinnection and embrace the beauty of the day. The intention, love, power and grace she infuses into the space is soul inspiring and uplifting while still taking you deep into the somatic activation of tatu. I feel absolutely blessed to have received marking from her on two occasions while anchored into the magic of Guatemalan land."
Megan
"While I already have many tattoos, the one I received from Josie was a unique and special experience that I will not forget. I generally contemplate tattoos for 2-3 years, but in this case, I felt called to trust in Josie and what she would create for me. Bringing ceremony and ritual into the tattoo space allowed for a truly deep and meaningful experience and I could not be happier with the result. My tattoo continues to provide new and deeper meaning each time I look at it, as well as a reminder of who I am and why I am here in this lifetime."
Jonah
"Josie's ceremonial stick and poke tattoos are a much deeper experience than just the tattoo itself. Her ability to truly work with your essence and bring it to life as a piece of art is incredible. I've never felt so relaxed during a tattoo due to her calming energy. You will feel safe, have good conversations and be absolutely thrilled with your design."
Booking
The location for the ceremony is in a cosy treatment room at Domnu Valley, a beautiful conscious regenerative community and retreat centre, nestled in the wild and magical lands of North Devon on the edge of Exmoor national park. A tranquil setting to immerse in a restorative day or half day retreat.
If you are interested in booking, we can arrange a consultation call, which is £30 for half an hour, or you can go straight ahead to booking a date if you feel a full body yes.
My intention is to build a relationship of trust and understanding, and we can take as much time as is needed to feel into what you want to mark and honour on your body. Every design is unique and individual to you and your experience.
If you feel called to delve deeper into the wonderful world of Domnu Valley, a hub for creativity, music, connection, community and ceremony, you can book to stay the night with us (or longer)!
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