Tuesday 5 May, 7pm to 8.15pm
What to expect
Learn about your options for nipple and areola tattooing after a primary breast cancer diagnosis. We will cover key considerations for choosing a tattoo and the vital importance of proper aftercare.
About Lucy Thompson
Lucy Thompson BCAh is a medical and traditional tattoo artist and a TEDx speaker. She is also the founder of The Nipple Innovation Project (NiP), the UK’s first mastectomy tattoo charity.
Professional experience
Lucy began practicing advanced 3D areola tattooing in 2017. Since 2018, she has volunteered her time to run NiP. Her mission is to make realistic, safe, and gold-standard 3D nipple tattoos accessible to anyone who has undergone mastectomy or reconstructive surgery.
Achievements
Lucy is the first tattoo artist in the UK to partner with an NHS trust to receive NHS funding for areola tattoos. She also holds a British Citizen Award for her significant contributions to healthcare.
Her mission
Through artistry and hope, Lucy continues to challenge social stigma and influence industry standards. She is dedicated to empowering people to feel whole in their bodies once again.