Kate
Senior Piercer
For the last years I have been working in the body adornment industry throughout Europe & The States. I have been truly blessed on my travels and have had the opportunity to work alongside many of today’s leading practitioners and in many of the worlds most renowned tattoo/piercing establishments. Over the years I’ve accumulated an extensive wealth of knowledge on the techniques, ethics & aesthetics of modern day body adornment.
John
Senior Piercer
I have been piercing full time since 2001. Over the past decade, my primary philosophy on piercing has experienced many developments. I enjoy the opportunity to provide clients a safe environment in which to exercise a controlled change of their outward appearance. What is even more exciting are the positive inward changes which are often triggered by something as simple as a new piercing. To share these experiences with others is what drives me to continue as a professional piercer. My certifications include: Association of Professional Piercers Professional Business Member, American Red Cross First Aid, American Red Cross Adult CPR, California Alliance for the Promotion of Safe Body Art Member, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration Bloodborne Pathogens.
Gauge
Senior Piercer
I have been piercing professionally for years and during that time have had the opportunity to work at the best shops all over the world. Born and raised in Ocean Beach I am truely excited to be piercing at the very shop where I was first pierced! I am the only piercer in San Diego who insists on sterile gloves for each and every piercing. Best known for my custom bent jewelry and welcome attitude, my clients come back to me again and again knowing they are appreciated and always warmly welcomed. No attitude here! I can not only teach you about the origin but also the science of every piercing. Hopefully I will have the opportunity to get to show you myself. Much love and respect.
Luis
Senior Piercer
I have been piercing for over a decade, working up and down the west coast.
I have also been known to hit that dusty trail on the ol’ gypsy caravan.
I feel strongly that piercing is an outward expression.
I ride my bicycle like the wind.
I spend time outdoors with my dog, roaming the land searching for food and fuel.
Upon introspection, I strongly feel that Zeus gave centaurs a raw deal.
I read a lot and like to make things out of leather.
I have a fascination with weird rocks, gems and fossils.
I have never been to burning man.
I want to travel South America via back roads on a motorcycle.
Fiona
Manager
I love animals, but not for dinner.
Each day is training
training for myself
though failure is possible
living each moment
equal to anything
ready for everything
I am alive-I am this moment
my future is here and now
for if I cannot endure today
when and where will I?
words for each day-Soen Ozeki