Chalice Tattoo

What's the most expensive tattoo?  A cheap one.  So, when shopping around for a tattoo artist.  Do your homework and pick up the extra shift at work, you'll be glad you did.

In Boise, Idaho we are a lucky bunch.  We have a lot of very talented artists that work at Tattoo studios.  Chalice Tattoo being one of them.

Andrew Pontius is my artist and I could be more thrilled.  I asked for a Mermaid sleeve with an Art Nuevo feel to it and that's what is happening.  And it's on lock.  

My appointments have started a bit late.  But, as I am a hair dresser I am aware that you are at the mercy of your sometimes oblivious guests that show up late, or change their minds or whatever.  So, you just take it in stride.  I mean, who is excited about getting drilled on for 3 hours?

Darcy Nutt is the owner and if you know anything about tattooing- she is the shit.  In fact her and Andrew took home a bunch of awards from the SLC tattoo convention.  

Shay is the receptionist, among other things.  And is always super sweet, helpful and accommodating.  

OH, I should mention the studio is VERY clean.  Which should be a no-brainer for anyone walking into a tattoo studio to notice.

If you are going to permanently mark your body you might as well spend the money and do it right the first time. I wish I could give Darcy Nutt 10 stars, she is one of the best tattoo artists in the northwest! Her black and gray portrait work is fierce but she is kills it in all styles/ colors. She's also hard to get into (6-8 months before she can even take an appointment currently) but well worth the wait- I even fly in just to see her from Seattle she's THAT good!

Their piercer, Steve, pierced my lip for the second time (through scar tissue) with no trouble. He orders some nice jewelry pieces for the shop but will let you order in special pieces if you want.