Custom Tattoo Restorative Portfolio

Optical illusion tattoos that restore and enhance the body’s appearance such as bellybutton tattoos, missing fingernails, syndactyly (webbed toes), and other unique concerns.

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Bellybutton Tattoo

A tattooed bellybutton recreates the appearance of a navel that was lost or significantly altered through surgery (such as a tummy tuck or abdominal reconstruction). The tattoo uses shading and colour gradients to create the illusion of depth and a natural-looking bellybutton. This is a common request from clients who are unhappy with the appearance of their navel after abdominal surgery.

After a tummy tuck, the bellybutton can flatten out and not appear to have as much definition. Through tattoo, we can restore the illusion of depth, shape, helping the bellybutton look more defined and anatomically realistic.

The client’s bellybutton flattened out after a tummy tuck. This is a case of creating the illusion of a deeper bellybutton, lower on the torso. Based off of the existing depression in the skin, I could still bring it down & elongate it, changing the appearance of her stomach. Image is taken immediately after the session so the colours are darker and there is redness and swelling (especially with scars.) The next session is to bring the shading further down and work off of my initial shape.

The client had a hernia as a baby and never had a bellybutton. A surgeon tried to create one for her through a subsequent surgery but it flattened out. We want to tattoo it darker than how we want it to heal, as the redness behind it makes it appear darker and thicker than it is.

The client wanted their bellybutton to appear deeper and less elongated. I used the upper part of the scar to create a wrinkle for “above” the bellybutton. This way, I was using the already compromised skin as part of it, without highlighting the elongation. This made it appear more of a regular size. I also added depth and wrinkles.

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Other Custom Tattoo cases

  • Custom Fingernail Tattoo - A tattooed fingernail recreates the appearance of a nail that has been lost due to injury, surgery, or a congenital condition. Candice replicates the natural colour, shape, shading, and surface detail of a fingernail using custom-mixed pigments. The result restores visual familiarity to the hand and reduces self-consciousness about a missing nail.

  • Syndactyly (Webbed Toe) Tattoo - A syndactyly tattoo creates the visual appearance of separated toes on webbed or fused toes. The tattoo uses shading, shadow lines, and skin-tone matching to create the illusion of individual toes. Candice has performed this procedure as a live demonstration at the SPCP International Convention, showcasing her technique to industry professionals.

Candice was featured at the 32nd Annual SPCP Convention and she did this live demo on webbed toes (Syndactyly).

Syndactyly is the medical term for webbed or conjoined fingers and/or toes. Syndactyly is the most common malformation of the limbs.

Restorative fingernail tattoo

We joked it looks like he did an oil change!

One of the key things to keep in mind with these type of tattoos, is that upon healing into the skin they do fade and thin out substantially. So if it looks like it’s subtle colours that match perfectly directly after (“for the gram”) -it’s going to heal way too light.

The next session is to layer to add more details.

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Testimonials

  • “Absolutely brilliant! Candice is an amazing tattooist and very talented. She put me at ease right from the start and was so personable. Candice is a true professional and I trusted her and she did a fantastic job. She consulted me at every stage and the perfect outcome has given me so much confidence. Thank you Candice…you are the best :)”

    — Heather S.

  • "Super amazing results from Candice, at Falcon Artistry Tattoo. My facial scar tattoos (two large scars) are not noticeable at all now, which makes me feel extremely at ease not having to worry about covering with make up or people noticing them. Candice is an extraordinary artist, with a warm, personable and fun demeanour, and results that speak for themselves. Zero pain, zero discomfort, just perfect results! I highly recommend her. No more feeling bad about a scar on your face or body anymore! She's just lovely and extremely talented! I'm very, very pleased with my results. Thank you Falcon! Thank you Candice!"

    — Angel F.

  • "1000% recommend without any reservations! Prices are in-line with what's expected for medical tattooing, and the results are phenomenal. I've had people doubt there was even tattooing done based on how natural the results are."

    — Nik R.

  • "I have had an extremely positive experience with Candice. She is a very talented and creative artist who takes the time to put you at ease and truly understand your needs. She is a perfectionist, which is what you want in a tattooist, who takes immense pride in not only her work but in helping her clients. I would highly recommend Candice without hesitation."

    — Joanne M.

  • “Candice is such a kind and talented artist. It was my very first time getting a tattoo and I was quite anxious. Candice was able to put me at ease and answered all the questions I had during and after the session. I also really appreciated her check-in emails to make sure I was healing well. And I'm very happy with my 3D areola tattoo. It makes the reconstructed breast look a lot more matching to my natural breast, and at a glance, it looks like a real nipple. It's quite amazing. Thank you so much Candice!"”

    — Brenda C.

  • "I had an amazing experience with Candice, she truly cares about both her art and her clients. She took time to listen to what I wanted, she explained everything clearly and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. Her attention to detail and the care she puts into her work really shows. I couldn’t be happier and I highly recommend her!"

    — Danette H.

  • "I cannot recommend Candice highly enough — she is a true paramedical tattoo artist and an exceptional clinician. After losing my longtime artist to retirement, I had two disappointing experiences in Las Vegas with well-known technicians who ultimately admitted they couldn’t perform the service and refunded me. Feeling discouraged, I reached out to an expert in Texas for a referral, which led me to Candice — and I am so grateful. Candice is exactly what I was looking for: deep expertise with all scar types and skin tones, mastery of paramedical tattooing, and an artist’s eye for color and natural blending. Like my original technician, she approaches her work as a painter, which shows in the realistic results. After just one session on my areola scars two weeks ago, the improvement is already remarkable. I have a touch-up scheduled in 2.5 months and fully intend to send all my surgery patients to her. If you need a skilled, thoughtful, and artistic paramedical tattoo artist, Candice is the one."

    — Rebecca

  • "I couldn't be happier! Candice is not only a talented artist, but a gracious and open-hearted person. I felt safe and taken-care-of in her presence and I'm thrilled with the results of both my medical and cosmetic tattoos. Trust is so important with the type of work that Candice does. I trusted in her completely and she did not disappoint. Amazing results and a super positive experience!!"

    — Amy P.

  • "Candice was so easy to work with... Her space was very comfortable, clean and private. I had phalloplasty 2 years ago and I am one session into my medical tattoo. Just this one session gave me results that were wonderful I'm really looking for the final results."

    — Ryker W.

  • "Candice is incredibly professional. She worked on scar coverage for me and I was very very happy. She is an artist and her eye for colour and pigment is amazing."

    — Kerri P. I.

  • "Candice offers a high-quality and professional service to anyone seeking cosmetic or restorative tattooing! Her practice is trans-informed and incredibly welcoming :)"

    — Ellis P.

  • "Candace is amazing!! Definitely the person to see for eyeliner in Vancouver. Very patient and caring, exceptional attention to detail and quality of work. Not nearly as painful as expected!"

    — Allegra Q.

  • "I was a little nervous going into the studio the first time, never having a tattoo done before. I was received with friendly smiles and warm greetings. Consultation was thorough, I was settled and ready for my 3D Nipple Tattoo. Candice loves what she does; making me feel at ease & comfortable. She’s a people person, helping people feel good about themselves, teaching new ones how she does her art. The studio is super clean and inviting. For my follow up visit, I walked in like we knew each other for years! Candice again consulted then did a touch up on my tattoo. I’m still healing, so no pics for now.😁"

    — Ruth L.

  • "10/5 stars. I was so nervous about how natural my brows would look.. given that I have such light hair and don't wear much makeup. I am beyond happy with the results and would definitely recommend to everyone!! So happy with the entire process and the end result!! You are definitely an artist and I feel so happy when I look in the mirror every morning!!!"

    — D.R.

  • "So happy with my nipple tattoos! Candice is so talented and fun!"

    — Terri

  • "I've been working with Candice since October 2023 for Tattoo Camoflauge and Areola Restorative Tattoo. Candice is incredibly talented and informative. I had went to a local lady in town on the Island as that is where I'm from and did not have a good experience. Candice was very thorough with me and talked to me throughout the entire process and made it very comfortable. I had my second treatment now with Candice in February 2024 and am very pleased with my results. As I said she is well educated and very thorough with her work. If you are looking for someone with knowledge, experience and one who puts your needs first I highly recommend Candice hands down! Thanks Candice for helping me to gain my confidence back and I look forward to working with you more!"

    — Kayla M.

  • "I had scar camouflage done for self harm scars from 20 years ago. I really can’t express enough how happy I am with the results after one session and grateful that Candice is able to provide this service. She did an amazing job. I thought that I was going to have to live with this mistake for the rest of my life, and now I can confidently wear shorts or a bathing suit and not have to worry about people commenting or asking about my scars. I don’t feel ashamed of them anymore and instead feel like more people should be aware of her services. It was worth the money and life changing for me."

    — Li S.

  • "i had a wonderful experience here. the studio feels very safe and private. Candice was very sensitive to how i felt about my body and was great about matching her technique to what i wanted the results to look like. Medical tattoos are a lot about trust and i felt like i could trust Candice."

    — Rowan Y.

  • "Candice is a seasoned and amazing artist. She listened to my concerns and what I wanted to achieve with the process and she recommended the best and safest path to get those results. I'm very happy with the outcome so I highly recommend her."

    — Diana C.

  • "I love being able to just wash my face and go out the door! No more need to struggle with applying eyeliner or lipstick perfectly, and my eyebrows always look good. Candace is careful and conscientious, she explains everything clearly and sets your expectations so you understand what the results will be."

    — Janie C.

  • "Candice was friendly and professional. My nipple colouring is very realistic, I'm so happy with her work. I travelled from Nova Scotia to use her services. The photo is from about 2 months after one session."

    — Arlo E.

  • "Candice is a professional and has been in this business for many years! She not only does breath taking work but also mentors and teaches many artists as well. Looking for professionalism, extreme attention to detail, and just an over all kind hearted gal that loves what she does? Look no further and book with her now!"

    — Amber G.

  • "I have come here twice now for treatment. Candice was willing to work on me even though my skin tone makes me very challenging to work on! I travelled from quite a distance because I could not find anyone locally to do the work I needed. I’m glad I made the trips. Candice did the work conservatively to avoid a negative outcome, and I really appreciate how careful she is! It is clear she takes her work very seriously and wants to make sure the work is done correctly, rather than quickly, so please trust her judgment and the process, it does take time, but I saw definite improvement after the first round of tattooing and am excited to see the results from my second round! Candice is obsessive about details, which is what you want for this work! The team is also fun to work with, the space is very clean and feels safe for sensitive and personal work. Highly recommend!"

    — S.B.

  • "Candice is simply the best! She's so knowledgeable and thorough with her craft it's just like magic how realistic and customized her work is to every client. Candice and Amy made sure I was very well taken care of. They consistently followed up to make sure my results were the best they could be! It's definitely a safe space and I couldn't recommend the business enough :-)"

    — Cyril N.

  • "I had 2 scars on my forehead for over 2 years and become very self conscious, they were a result of a surgical procedure . I was consistently trying to cover it up with makeup but would soon wear off . I was so lucky to stumbled onto the Candice Falcon website and saw some of her work… (amazing!!!)I booked in and made my appointment that day. Candice got back to me with in a couple of days. The day of my appointment I was very excited. She greeted me and made me feel very comfortable. The whole procedure was a little over an hour but it seemed like only 20 min because we were chatting away. Candice is very personable and caring person and she loves what she does . I was so amazingly happy with the results. A beautiful match to my natural skin tone. I would highly, highly recommend Candice. I just wished I found her sooner."

    — Gail G.

  • "I wish I had done this earlier because Falcon Artistry has greatly improved my confidence. Heaven sent. I had a few different camo tattoos from Candice and all of them turned out so well. Better than I hoped. The environment was very comfortable, friendly and relaxing and the decor is on point, if I may add. Love this place. 👌"

    — Sebastien T.

  • "I'm a no make-up kind of person, but sometimes I'll shade in my brows with soft colour. I showed Candice what I usually do with my brows. Keeping that in mind she drew them on individually, which I LOVED. Our faces are very rarely symmetrical and haven't we always been told our brows are sisters, not twins?? Anyway, the colour healed PERFECTLY and no one believes they're tattooed because they look so natural and soft. I never have to draw my brows on again! Apart from Candice being amazing at what she does, she is also so disarming and personable. Will definitely be going to her for other services."

    — Faye B.

  • "I got powder brows done by Candice and could not be happier with the result after the first session! It was my first ‘tattoo’ and Candice made me feel very comfortable and well taken care of from the get go! She was very responsive and patient with my many questions prior to and following the procedure! Her both personable and professional approach was truly appreciated. Her passion for her practice and experience level were evident. She takes such care to make sure that you are happy with your end result. Not to mention that her practice is absolutely gorgeous!! I would have no hesitation recommending her to anyone looking to get their brows or other procedures done! The quality of her work truly speaks for itself!"

    — Arianna C.

  • "Would recommend Falcon Artistry to anybody who needs covering of scars or any other cosmetic tattooing. Absolutely thrilled and highly recommend Candace to anyone looking for this service. I was very nervous when it came to my brows because they were quite light. I went with her suggestions and I’m thrilled. With my nipples they were quite light because of implants being put in and taken out and are now the perfect color! I had arm lift surgery to eliminate ageing skin I had large scars which Candace made disappear. Once again would highly recommend her services."

    — Beverley R.

  • "I had bilateral 3D areola tattooing done by Candice; she changed my life with her amazing work and knowledge!!!! I feel like a new person with absolutely more confidence!!!"

    — Jordyn W.

  • "I've had my eyes brows done by Candice twice now over the last 5 years and her work is amazing, professional and appreciated. Tattooing your face can feel very vulnerable, knowing your artist has your best interests in mind AND is passionate about what she does is what one needs to feel assured and Candice offers this. I highly recommend her and her shop as I know quality is a focus for her, as well as professionalism along side a little fun. Always a treat to sit with her, and I am contemplating doing my lips next. I have been grateful for the work she has done on my brows, the best decision I made! thanks Candice!"

    — Cat B.

  • "Candice is an absolute ARTIST! I was the lucky winner of a giveaway and oh my goodness, I love my new brows! It's been a few weeks since I saw her and they are healing beautifully! Candice has an incredible eye for detail and is so, so friendly and fun and made my experience very comfortable. I would send anyone her way! 10/10 recommend!!!"

    — Amanda V.

  • "Candice at Falcon Tattoo Artistry is truly a gifted and skilled tattoo artist. I’ve gone through post mastectomy breast reconstruction and my surgeon had highly recommended her. She was very welcoming and kind. The final reveal was extremely emotional for me. My nipples ( which at that point were non existent) look so incredible and real. She put so much dedication and work into creating 3D hyper realistic nipples at are AMAZING!! I finally feel whole again and I’m ready to finally close that chapter of my journey. I highly highly recommended her."

    — Kim

  • "Candice is an INCREDIBLE artist. I had an areola restoration done after top surgery to alleviate gender dysphoria and I will be forever grateful for her incredible care. She was so collaborative and respectful. She gave me my confidence back after becoming so self-conscious about my chest. I love the look of my body, and did not have to endure healing nipple grafts. I was drawn to her initially because of the incredible realism in her portfolio and she still blew my expectations out of the water. Thanks, Candice"

    — Milo A.

  • "I visited the store and the staff were very friendly and professional and the decor was beautiful! Very body positive and LGBT friendly! Highly recommend!"

    — Laura S.

  • "I have been battling cancer for the past few months and one of the side effects was losing all my hair (including eyebrows). I contacted Candice at Falcon Artistry to see if she could help recreate eyebrows that would make me feel "normal" again. From the moment we connected I felt so well cared for. Candice was professional, ensuring my safety and comfort was top priority. She took her time, making sure I was happy with the design and creation and communicated with me throughout the process so I knew what to expect and what was happening. Aside from the compassionate experience I received at Falcon Artistry I also could not be happier with the end results. My brows look natural and are actually a huge improvement from what I had pre-chemo!! I would highly recommend Candice for anyone looking for that extra TLC. Above and beyond your standard beauty service."

    — MJ

  • "I recently had the pleasure of seeing Candice for a touch-up to a tattoo that I had gotten previously from another tattoo shop. Not only did Candice greatly improve the overall look of the tattoo, but she made the experience comfortable and fun. Her positive energy and outlook, along with her precision and artistic abilities, makes her an obvious choice for any of my future tattoo needs :)."

    — Mandy R.

  • "I have no words to describe how thankful and lucky I feel to have met Candace. Candace is a true artist with an unmatched eye for detail and compassion for her all her clients. After much research and 3 botched reconstructive surgeries, I reached out to her to see if there is anything that can be done for me to restore some normalcy to my nipples. I was amazed at how caring and thorough she was from the very first email I sent her. I was still going though surgery and she followed up and consulted with me during every step of the process. Candace finally restored my confidence and the sessions I had with her were healing both inside and out. My nipples look amazing and came out better then I could have ever wished for! Candace is a true angel who cares so much about her work and all of her clients. I highly recommend her and I will be back for more of her services."

    — R.T.

  • "I went to see Candace regarding some stretch marks that had made me feel a bit insecure as a bright white stretch mark on brown skin stands out. I wanted To make them less noticeable, so I reached out and had a consult with Candace. She was super easy to talk to , really clear about what to expect and didn’t push anything. I liked the fact I felt she had my best interest at heart and genuinely cared about my needs. I am super happy with the outcome as she was fast and yet good at providing excellent results. I have no hesitation on going in to see her for more work on my body as it’s amazing how she can transform “flaws”. ... which I’m still cool with but some just needed a bit of help. Thank you Candace! Your amazing !"

    — Shanthe R.

  • "Candice took the time and care to walk me through the process on the phone before my appointment and to ensure I was comfortable before and during the procedure. She’s knowledgeable, a talented artist and highly professional."

    — Jennifer T.

  • "I had a cosmetic lip tattoo and I am super happy with the result! Candice is a talented artist and did a great job. I would highly recommend Falcon Artistry if you are considering cosmetic or restorative tattoos for yourself."

    — Susan K.

  • "When trying to find the right tattoo artist for what I was wanting, I gravitated to Candice as she took the time to share the process I would be going through for my first tattoo. She has a great energy about her and was calming in explaining my post-tattoo care to me in great detail, which was important to me as I have heard about infections. I love what she did for me! Her studio is clean and professional and I can tell that she genuinely cares about her customers. Thanks Candice!"

    — Drew F.

  • "What an amazing experience today with Candice , she accompanied all my needs , was very clean and thorough with Covid protocol and became a friend that made me look at least 50% more sexy ! ! Will definitely be visiting again for more services 💋"

    — Tracy P.

  • "I met Candace at a trade show and was blown away by her artistry. I marveled at her own eyebrows and permanent makeup which looked so natural! I booked in for an Ombre Brow and am so happy with the results. Even without a touch up, it has made such a huge difference. Candace is so pleasant, professional and talented! She listens to what you want and then takes a lot of time ensuring the shape is perfect before doing the tattoo part. I would highly recommend her for any permanent makeup needs. She is the only one I will trust with my eyebrows from now on."

    — Kim V.

  • "Candice is very safety conscious and keeps her shop sparkling clean. Even before Covid 19 she practiced safe health standards, always using her gloves and mask and takes pride in her 'tools of the trade'. I can relax when I go to have some artwork done at Falcon Artistry as I know that I'll be happy with the outcome, and I always have that relaxed spa feeling when I leave. Candice makes hers clients feel like friends, not just another customer...and does great work as well!"

    — Gwen P.

  • "I arrived on time and was promptly greeted by the very friendly Candice Falcon. I was made to feel comfortable under the new Covid protocols by being clearly directed where to put my things and having my hands sanitized and my temperature taken upon entering the salon. The time Candice spent making sure my brows turned out well felt amazing, I believe that it really mattered to Candice that my brows be absolutely perfect, her expertise and confidence had me relaxed in her capable hands. What a fabulous experience, the causal easy conversation and the confident hand of the artist made it a positive experience. The end result is absolutely perfect symmetrical eyebrows. This has been the thing about my face I dislike the most, that my eyebrows did not frame my eyes properly and now they do. I am already promoting her to all my friends. Her price is affordable and I can say without hesitation I recommend her to anyone."

    — Gideon A.

  • "Candice is the only one I trust with my face 😂 This is my third touch up on my eyebrows and honestly I could of gone a while later before getting them done as they are holding up great!!! BUT I can't pass up an anniversary sale! I am SO happy with the latest touch up! The shops that she has worked out of have always been very clean and inviting but her new shop is absolutely stunning. She takes pride in what she does and all the certificates of her different courses hung on the wall show that (they are ever growing!) I highly recommend Falcon Artistry for your permanent tattoo needs!"

    — Kelly W.

  • "I played a ton of sports when I was a kid and was quite the tom-boy jock. So by the time I graduated high school I had scars from various sports injuries through both eyebrows. They looked like wiggly worms. Candice tattooed my brows in the summer and I absolutely love them. No more having to draw them in to straighten them out every morning and carrying around my brow pencil to fix them after hugging anyone or putting a hat on. Candice did an incredible job and really went above and beyond afterwards to make sure that I was caring for them well so they'd heal the way they should. She's a true professional and I'm so grateful for her and the confidence she has given me in how I look when I wake up! Best choice I ever made! Thanks Candice Falcon!!!"

    — Sarah P.

  • "I had the pleasure of meeting Candice yesterday for a scheduled restorative bilateral aeroloa tattoo post mastectomy. She was so easy to consult with, she was compassionate , empathetic and very informative. I am so pleased with the finished product! Tha k you so very much!"

    — Amy B.

  • "Candice is really skilled and her commitment to staying on top of the latest developments in cosmetic and restorative make-up are reflected in her outstanding work. I am thrilled with the overall experience, which can be daunting. After seeing other people for consults, it was a no-brainer to go with Falcon Artistry because she made the process so warm, personable and inviting. Incredibly happy with the outcome. I went back for a different service because I now trust and know what awesome work Candice does."

    — Tiff E.

  • "I had my eyeliner tattooed by Candice at Falcon Artistry and OMG, I’m SO HAPPY!!! My line is so perfect! Just exactly the same as I was doing every morning and removing every night! I was just so done with spending so much time every morning and every night in the bathroom in front of the mirror! I feel like I have some life back! So worth it! I recommend it to anyone, just like me, who has way better things to do than spending time in front of a mirror! 😉"

    — Jocelyne D.

  • "Candice tattooed my lips recently and I am amazed at the results! I never knew how wonderful my lips could look. When you use lipstick, you never quite get the entire lip area, but with a tattoo all the lip tissue is colored so the lips look fuller and a much nicer shape. I love the color too! Candice was so much fun yet still very professional and quite a perfectionist (which is an excellent quality in a permanent makeup artist!). I highly recommend Candice, both for her work AND her manner. Thanks Candice!"

    — LJ M.

  • "I had my eyebrows permanently tattooed by Candice and I am very satisfied and happy with the results. I was hesitant going in, unsure of how it would turn out but Candice was calming, trustworthy and ultimately I put my face in her hands and I’m happy I did. I would recommend her talent and skills to friends and family in a heartbeat! 10/10 :)"

    — Annaliese M.

  • "Had my eyebrows microbladed and I have never been happier. It's so nice not too worry about putting makeup on my brows when I'm running around on casual days. Candice is very professional and her studio is clean and well kept. Would recommend this place to anyone interested in cosmetic tattoos."

    — Dana P.

  • "I had Candice microblade my eyebrows in Jan and they still look amazing. I'm going to back her for her new eyelash lift semi permanent treatment. You won't be disappointed with her work she is a perfectionist!"

    — Danelle M.

  • "I can't say enough about Candice at Falcon Artistry. After years of trying to powder in thinning brows, she gave me a solution! I can't wait to have my lips and eyeliner done!"

    — Faith S.

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Nothing is too small. If something about your body is bothering you, email Falcon Artistry with photos and a description of what you are looking for. Candice will review your case and recommend a custom tattoo solution.

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