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Fee Dominguez is a Chicana artist, designer, and tattoo apprentice based in Lancaster. With roots in Mexican-American culture, Fee’s work is a vibrant fusion of personal expression, heritage, and artistic exploration, spanning design, printmaking, and tattooing. Their art is both therapeutic and reflective, offering a glimpse into deeply personal experiences and emotions.

Inspired by Japanese art and a blend of dreamlike and introspective themes, Fee’s signature style brings together playful motifs and existential reflections. Through this unique diary-like approach, they create works that feel both intimate and relatable, using art as a tool for self-exploration and human connection.

Fee’s print and design work has been featured by Urban Outfitters, demonstrating a resonance that has extended beyond the local scene. They have also contributed a mural to downtown Lancaster, adding a lasting visual story to the city. This piece embodies the expressive nature of their work and their commitment to engaging with their community through public art.

In addition to their design career, Fee is a tattoo apprentice specializing in handpoke. Their journey into tattooing has enriched their approach to art, allowing them to expand their craft into a new medium where they continue to push boundaries and explore the storytelling potential of their heritage and aesthetic.

 

handpoke tattoos

handpoke tattoo faq's

handpoke vs. machine

The main difference between the two tattoo styles is how the ink is inserted into the skin. A handpoke tattoo is created using a sterilized needle that’s attached to a grip. The needle is then dipped in ink and pushed into the skin manually.

On the other hand, a tattoo machine has a small motor that moves the needle up and down very quickly in a cyclic pattern. But, it’s worth noting that both inking techniques are permanent and allow you to create unique designs.

is it more painful than machine?

Handpoked tattoos are generally less painful than machine-made tattoos. However, the amount of pain you feel depends on your pain tolerance, the artist, and where the tattoo is on your body.

how long does it take?

Machine tattoos are no doubt faster, but not by a lot. Handpoke can gain speed after a lot of practice.

is it permanent?

Hand-poked tattoos are just as permanent as machine-made tattoos.The ink is deposited into the second layer of the skin.