Published Canadian Stamp of Pastel Painting. 2010
BIOGRAPHY
Ingrid Zschogner is a distinguished artist, instructor, author, and speaker whose award-winning pastel and pencil artworks have been exhibited across Canada, the United States, and Europe. A sought-after demonstrator and advocate, Ingrid travels internationally, sharing her expertise and championing artistic initiatives that uplift vulnerable communities.
With over 15 years of experience, Ingrid is among the few highly skilled tattoo artists specializing in creating hyper-realistic areola and nipple tattoos for breast cancer survivors and individuals pursuing gender affirmation. She provides these specialized services in a safe, comfortable, and hygienic medical environment at her storefront studio in Whitby, Ontario.
Ingrid's work and writing have been featured in numerous publications, including The Cabin, The Muskokan, The Pastel Journal, Signcraft, and Signs of the Times. Passionate about sharing her love for art, she has authored instructional tattoo books and produced a growing collection of instructional art videos.
As a pioneer in her field, Ingrid was the first tattoo artist in Canada to demonstrate realism tattooing for breast cancer survivors at the Canadian Cancer Society’s Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day at Humber Valley Hospital. She has also delivered lectures at several hospitals across Ontario, highlighting her dedication to empowering patients through art.
Her artistic accomplishments include exhibitions at esteemed venues such as the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Eclipse Art Gallery, Station Gallery, Scugog Council for the Arts, and the International Sign Convention Exhibition. Her illustrations have been published in 2 books by Dundurn Press
Ingrid resides in rural Ontario with her partner and 2 cats
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1998 - 1999 - Alberta College of Art
2007-2009- Business Management Diploma, Algonquin College
2012- Traditional Tattoo Apprenticeship, Bodyco Tattoo Company
2014-2017- Freelance Tattooing & mentorship with Jason Stieva Sinful Inflictions
2017- RHN, Holistic Nutritionist Diploma, CSNN
2018 - IV & Infusion Therapy Certificate
2019- IV Catheder Administration Certificate
2019- Present, Owner and Operator of Timeless Tattoo Company
2023- Present, RPN - Nursing Canadore College