Nikki's Shop Intro and Bio.

            Hi, thanks for checking out our web site. I am Nikki Thompson owner and tattoo artist of Nikki' s Tattoo Studio. I started my apprenticeship in 1991 and started working as a full time tattoo artist in 1992.  I opened my shop in Jan. Of 1995.  A love of art and being an artist is what first interested me in tattooing. Once I learned how I was hooked. I love the entire process of helping somebody find the perfect design for their self expression, I love applying that design no matter how small and quick or how large & how long and drawn out the process. I realize I have made a change in their life forever. The greatest satisfaction comes when the tattoo is complete, I hand them the mirror and get to see the excitement and joy on their face-that's when I know I have done my job right.

             Although I am well versed in all styles of tattooing. My favorite subject matter is wildlife and I really enjoy tattooing in Black & Gray. But honestly I would get very bored if that's all I did. I enjoy the variety of work I get to do on a day-to-day basis. The majority of work I get request for now is custom, but I still really enjoy doing "flash" off the wall too.

            I will never get tired of traditional tattooing but in January 2003 I decided I did need a new challenge and I went and took an 80-hour course in cosmetic tattooing and areola restoration. I am certified in both of these. I went out to Portland Oregon in July of '05 to take a 20 hour class on advance techniques in permanent cosmetics and areola restoration and scar camouflage. And most recently went to a Las Vegas for another 30 hour course that included wrinkle and brown spot repair.  Please visit the area of my site about cosmetic tattooing for more information. There you can see before and after photos as well as my certificates.

            Thank you for visiting my site. Please enjoy browsing around it. And come and check us out in person soon!!