Meet Our Artists
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Meet Our Artists *
We bring different styles to the table, united by a focus on quality, longevity, and honest tattooing. Every piece is designed to last.
Kyle Porter
OWNER / ARTIST
Tattooing for over 13 years, Kyle brings a well-rounded approach to tattooing with a focus on illustrative, Japanese, and traditional styles. He’s known for his versatility and ability to take client ideas and turn them into strong, well-composed tattoos that hold up over time.
His work is rooted in solid fundamentals—clean design, proper flow, and longevity—while still allowing room for creativity and custom work.
Outside the shop, Kyle trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, lifts regularly, and paints Orthodox Christian iconography. His disciplined approach carries into his tattooing—intentional, consistent, and built to last.
Ryan Porter
ARTIST
Ryan specializes in bold American Traditional tattooing, focusing on strong linework, solid color, and timeless imagery. His work draws from classic tattooing foundations, with an emphasis on clean designs that will age well and remain bold over time.
He enjoys tattooing traditional flash as well as custom pieces rooted in the style, staying true to the approach he’s most passionate about.
Outside the shop, Ryan is heavily influenced by music, especially ‘77-era punk and classic reggae, and is an avid collector of vinyl and CDs. That appreciation for tradition and culture carries into his tattooing, keeping his work grounded in the roots of American Traditional.
Josh Swiastyn
ARTIST
Josh specializes in bold American Traditional tattooing, with a strong appreciation for timeless designs, solid black and grey work, and clean, lasting tattoos. While traditional tattooing is where his passion lies, he also works comfortably across multiple styles and enjoys creating custom pieces tailored to each client.
Whether it’s bold color work, black and grey, or classic flash-inspired designs, Josh focuses on making tattoos that are both readable and built to last.
Outside the shop, Josh spends his time painting, drawing, biking, exploring nature, hunting for vintage finds with his wife, and staying involved with his church community. His creative lifestyle and appreciation for tradition heavily influence the approach he brings to tattooing every day.
