ARtist Bios

Quinn Hinkle  they/them

Quinn is our resident tattoo artist and body piercer. Every day they come to work is fulfilling a childhood dream of theirs. At 24 years old, they now specialize in dark lettering, gothic art, and black and grey realism. However Quinn does also enjoy cute designs and bright colors.

They are typically booked out a few months at a time, so please be patient when waiting to schedule


Quinn with a nostril chain and purple hair

How to book with Quinn

DM on instagram

@h.ink.le

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Joe Romero  he/him

Our resident artist, Joe, has been tattooing since 1991. Originally hailing from the Bay Area, but lived in many places... Including the Las Vegas strip at the height of its 90's  tattoo explosion.

He is well versed in all tattoo styles including but not limited to: black and grey, color, traditional, new skool, and more! He knows a little about everything and there's never a dull moment with him around!


Joe with long black hair and facial stubble

How to book with Joe

Come by the shop Tuesday through Saturday for walk ins!

Email: tat2guyij@yahoo.com

DM on Instagram: @theworldsokayesttattooer

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Syd Mack  she/her

Originally from Riverside California, Syd spent half her childhood in the sunshine. She moved to the northwest and continued to grow up here in Vancouver. 

A natural at piercing, she quickly became our main walk-in piercer. Tattooing came  not too long after. She has the winning combination of boundless talent and heartfelt kindness. Syd cares about your tattoo or piercing just as much as you do!

She loves to draw black and grey realism, bold illustrative blackwork, and all things Creepy, Crawly, and Cute.


A young woman with smooth long black hair, sharply pointed makeup, a stretched septum piercing

How to book with Syd

DM on Instagram: @pokesbysyd

Email: pokesbysyd@gmail.com

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Val they/them  


If you're looking to treat yourself, Val is here to cheer you on! Our receptionist Val can help you in your own tattoo or piercing journey!  They can help find the right artist for your tattoo, and assist with aftercare questions. They can even sell you jewelry, or help you switch out existing jewelry. Val is happy to facilitate the booking process between clients and our artists. 


Valerie with a shaved head and spikey earrings

RECEPTIONIST & APPRENTICE

Jerry he/him

Since professionally piercing for decades, Jerry has made his mark locally as a skilled and well known body-piercer . He opened his first piercing shop 15 years ago, Voodoo Tattoo.  A shop where anything goes, all are welcome, and everyone wants to have a good time. A decade of success there, lead to opening a second location called Valkyrie Tattoo! Now, he owns and runs both, only 15 minutes from each other. These sister shops are his life.

In his off time Jerry loves raising his kiddos and spending time outside. He also has a special affinity for taxidermy animals and antiques. 

Jerry's face with striking blue eyes and a beard

OWNER: VOODOO, VALKYRIE TATTOO & PIERCING

A large 8 guage medusa piercing on a man's lip