Matteo is our founder, the mind behind the whole concept, started to tattoo in 2013, he developed his own style and changing it constantly, doing surrealism and Blackwork, geometric and fineline, passing by ornamental and bold traditional. After years of guesting and conventions he had the idea to create a home, our first TWWTS back in September 2018, a sharing place where all cultures and experiences lives together and creates.His style has no name but we are sure you will recognize it always everywhere.Find him in our shop in Padova and once a month in our shop in Milano.

Eleonora is a Venice based artist driven by a profound belief in the transformative power of tattoos. For her tattoos represent liberation, expressions of the soul, aligning with personality and body language. Her artistic principles are based on the early 20th century avant-garde movements and find shape into a modern minimal abstractism.Her passion for handcrafted textiles and architecture enriched with structure and textures her language.Often ornamental, the designs are imbued with symbolism, exploring themes of time, suspension and balance.She prioritises human connection in her creative process, each tattoo becomes a collaborative journey, where ideas and emotions intertwine.

David discovered a love for drawing at a young age and dreamed of becoming a tattoo artist since high school. Specializing in fine line work, he constantly experiment to evolve their style. Joining The White Whale in March 2020 was a proud milestone for him, leading to countless positive experiences, from meeting talented artists to traveling abroad for work. Passionate about their craft, David wouldn’t trade it for anything else.

Edoardo is a talented tattoo artist specializing in surrealistic black and gray designs. Since joining TWWTS in 2022, he has made his mark with his unique and captivating style. Edoardo’s work is all about distorting reality, blending 1950s-inspired portraits with bold shadow contrasts and delicate botanical elements. His designs have a way of pulling you in, creating a dreamlike world where nostalgia and nature collide.

Tela comes from the world of illustration and has spent the last decade drawing professionally, honing a distinctive artistic style. His work is defined by bold, clean black-and-white outlines and intricate hatching that adds depth and volume to each subject. Tela draws endless inspiration from the beauty of the natural world, creating stunning depictions of plants, flowers, and animals. Each piece is infused with a touch of surrealism, making his work both unique and memorable. With a passion for creativity and a love for nature, Tela continues to evolve their art while staying true to his signature style.

Paolo is an artist who found his true passion in tattooing after studying advertising graphics. He honed his skills alongside renowned artists, developing a style defined by fine, clean lines and a minimalist blend of fine line and micro-realism. For him, tattooing is more than ink on skin - it’s a way to preserve emotions and stories. He sees each piece as an honor, with every line representing a fragment of the soul brought to life.