Our Story

Bridging two deeply personal art forms — tattoo artistry and fine jewelry — to create timeless pieces that tell your story.

The Birth of [efd] INK'D

[efd] INK'D was born from a passion for both tattoo artistry and fine jewelry craftsmanship. We bridge two deeply personal art forms by transforming tattoo designs into precious metal collectibles.

We believe that tattoo art represents more than just ink on skin—it embodies personal stories, cultural heritage, and artistic expression. Our mission is to translate this rich tradition into precious metal pieces that can be worn, collected, and passed down through generations.

Each piece is laser-etched, hand-finished, and treated as a permanent piece of wearable art—honoring the defiant spirit of tattoo culture while elevating it to the realm of luxury jewelry.

Our Ethos

Ink Never Killed Dreams

Authenticity

Honoring real stories, not corporate narratives. Every piece begins with a tattoo artist's authentic vision.

Resilience

Tattoos were seen as rebellion — now they are badges of freedom and endurance, transformed into lasting metal.

Legacy

Turning moments of personal meaning into permanent, tangible artifacts that can be passed down through generations.

Exquisite Craftsmanship

Each [efd] INK'D piece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, combining traditional jewelry-making techniques with modern technology.

We start with premium materials—sterling silver and gold—and use precision laser-etching to transfer the tattoo artist's original design onto the metal surface. Each piece is then hand-finished by skilled artisans who polish, texture, and perfect every detail.

The result is more than just jewelry; it's wearable art that captures the soul and spirit of tattoo artistry in a form that will last for generations.

Materials

Premium sterling silver and gold, ethically sourced and carefully selected.

Process

Laser-etched designs, hand-finished by skilled artisans with decades of experience.

The Minds Behind [efd] INK'D

Our team brings together expertise in tattoo artistry, jewelry design, and luxury craftsmanship to create something truly unique.

Emma Engel

Founder & Creative Director

With a background in fine jewelry design and a passion for tattoo art, Emma bridges these worlds to create pieces that tell stories.

Marcus Rivera

Master Craftsman

With over 20 years of experience in metalwork and jewelry crafting, Marcus brings tattoo designs to life in precious metals.

Sophia Chen

Artist Liaison

A former tattoo artist herself, Sophia works directly with our collaborating artists to ensure their vision is perfectly translated.

Join Our Journey

Discover our collections, meet our artists, and find the piece that speaks to your story. Or if you're a tattoo artist interested in collaboration, we'd love to hear from you.

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