01 · The Artist
An illustrator first
“Not just a tattoo. Works of art.”
Birdy Everhart (he/him) is a multi-media artist working in illustration, abstract, biomechanical, art nouveau, new school, and fan art styles. His tattoo work carries the same thing his fine art does: earnest, striking imagery exploring the nature of vitality — humanity’s willful struggle for life, and the impetus that pushes us onward.
- Illustration
- Abstract
- Biomechanical
- Art Nouveau
- New School
- Fan Art
02 · The Work
Built for large-scale statement pieces
Birdy specializes in large-scale projects: sleeves, body-contour pieces, and full statement work that reads across the room, not just up close. If it’s sci-fi, horror, biomechanical, or drawn from the fan art you already love, he builds it as an original composition rather than a copy.
Got a piece that isn’t serving you anymore? Birdy takes on cover ups, reworks, blast overs, and scar work, with the same illustrative eye he brings to everything else. More tools, more options.
03 · Credentials
Credentials that match the work
A BA in Communication (2020) and Oregon EBAP licensure since 2023, following roughly a decade of professional art experience before he started tattooing. Now a senior resident artist at Mesa Tattoo, formally apprenticed under industry expert and scientific researcher Rian Othus, in the legendary line of David Shore. Outside the studio, his work shows up in spaces that share this page’s specialty:
Since 2023
Kink FestThree-year returning vendor, providing illustrative and fan-art-driven flash to a genre-fluent audience.
2026
Seattle Erotic Arts FestivalFeatured artist, exhibiting alongside the region’s boundary-pushing illustrative and fine artists.
2025
Published Cover ArtistIllustration work selected for publication — the same bold, narrative imagery that carries into a tattoo.
04 · The Studio
Where the work happens
Birdy works out of Mesa Tattoo’s private loft in Slabtown, NW Portland — appointment-based and quiet enough to focus on a long, detailed session.
- Address1801 NW Upshur St, Unit 350, Slabtown
- AccessADA compliant, appointment-only
- ArtistBirdy Everhart, senior resident artist
Living with hypermobility or Ehlers Danlos Syndrome? You don’t need to explain it from scratch. Birdy’s extensive experience working with hypermobility disorders is built into how he works, not tacked on. Same goes for sensitivities: say what you need and the session works around it.
See more of Birdy’s illustration and fine art at BirdyEverhart.com, prints at inprnt.com/gallery/wispycityart, and recent flash on Instagram @birdyeverhart.
05 · Booking
Booking a piece with Birdy
Every project starts with a consultation, no matter the size or style. No surprises, no pressure, just a real conversation with Birdy about your vision so nobody is guessing. Here’s how it goes. Send an inquiry through the form below and expect a reply within about a week. Consultations are typically available on Wednesdays. Appointments are usually scheduled 1 to 3 months out, so if you’re traveling in for this, inquire early. A retainer holds your date and goes toward your total, paid up front via PayPal (with a 3% surcharge for processing).
Custom Piece
$150retainer
Non-refundable, applied to your total. Covers consultation and design time on an original composition.
Flash
$100retainer
Non-refundable, applied to your total. For pre-drawn, ready-to-book designs.
06 · FAQ
A few things worth knowing
What are the retainer requirements?
An initial retainer of $150 for customs and $100 for flash is required up front via PayPal (with a 3% surcharge for processing). Retainers are non-refundable and apply toward the total cost of your piece.
What payment options are available?
Cash is preferred for your appointment. PayPal is accepted as an alternative (with a 3% surcharge for processing).
How should I prepare for my appointment?
Get plenty of food, water, and sleep the week leading up to your appointment. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a payment method, and wear clean, comfortable clothing that allows access to the area being tattooed.
Are touch-ups covered?
Touch-ups are offered for one year at no additional cost, provided there are no signs of irresponsible aftercare.
What type of ink is used?
All inks used in this practice are certified vegan.
Can I use numbing cream?
You must tell your artist up front if you plan to use numbing cream. It’s discouraged, and your appointment may need to be rescheduled if it’s applied beforehand without a heads-up.
Can your designs be copied or used by other artists?
No — this work isn’t reproduced, and designs aren’t provided for other tattooers to use.
Book with Birdy
Ready to make a statement?
Submit an inquiry on Birdy’s site and expect a reply within about a week. No surprises, no pressure, just good work.
07 · Recent Work
A look at recent pieces
08 · Inquiry
Tell Birdy about your piece
Share the idea, where it goes on your body, and roughly how big you’re thinking. Drop in references too (fan art totally counts). Birdy replies within about a week.
All projects start with a consultation. No surprises, no pressure, just good work.
$150 for a custom piece, $100 for flash. Both apply toward your total.
Prefer to book on Birdy’s own site? Head to the inquiry form ↗