40 Years of Combined Experience in the Tattoo Trade

Our experience in tattoo shops, conventions, and as international tattooers has honed our idea of what we expect of ourselves and our environment.

We draw confidence from our experience in the Tattoo trade, including tattoo machine building, oil painting and general design practice.

With our 40 years of combined experience we have a clear vision of what quality tattooing should look like, and how it should compliment the body working with the flow of each clients personal anatomy. Request an appointment ›

Our Focus

Our objective is creating tattoos that flow with the muscle groups and fit the body in the most complementary way.

FULL SLEEVE TATTOOS

Shoulder to wrist including inner and outer arm or hip to ankle including inner and outer leg tells a story or mirrors a theme with main focal points on largest muscle groups. These projects are multisession, but they can be accomplished in a 3 consecutive full day tattooing marathon for the more ambitious clients.

LARGE SCALE TATTOOS

Sized to fill out entire muscle groups. For example entire inner or outer forearm, half sleeve, thigh piece, back piece, chest piece, torso, shin.

HAND, FOREARM & NECK TATTOOS

These are the most visible areas to get tattooed. The hands and neck areas require experience and skill to execute well, as the skin can be quite different than the rest of the body. The hand can be a standalone tattoo, but in many cases is an extension of a full sleeve.

WHAT WE DON’T DO

We do not tattoo the face, eyes or inside the mouth. We do not add any outside substance to our ink or products (such as ashes of pets or loved ones). We do not tattoo those who are pregnant, breastfeeding or those who show signs of intravenous drug use. A full list of the rules and laws we must adhere to as Oregon Licensed professionals can be found on the Health Licensing Office website.

Our Style

Each of us have a distinct style to our work. Below learn more on our favorite themes to work in.

BIO MECHANICAL TATTOO

Usually themed in metal, cogs, pistons or gears. This style flows with the anatomy of the body that makes it look like the body is made up of mechanical parts.

BIO ORGANIC TATTOO

Abstract elements inspired my nature. Examples of subject matter are plants, bones, teeth, coral/sea life themes flowing with anatomy of the body.

NEO TRADITIONAL TATTOO

This style is an expansion on American traditional style of tattooing. Bold line work with varied line weights. Wide color pallets with bright next to neutral tones, or can also be done in black and gray. Think new school Americana.

ORNAMENTAL TATTOO

Elegant filigree based design with a play on framework, gems and jewelry. Decorative designs, flowing repeating patterns.

REALISM TATTOO

This style includes portraits of people or pets, landscapes, realistic flowers. Uses less line work and more shading to create a realistic look.

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Our
Work

Though we each have our specialties, enjoy working in all styles. We pride ourselves in collaborating with each client to create the perfect design for them. We are experienced in all styles from photo realism to neotraditional.

Meet The Artists

Nathan
Petz

I opened my own shop, Vertigo Gallery Tattoo, in 2002. I have spent the past 20+ years developing my own style based in biomech/bioorganic and neotraditional tattooing.

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Emily
Kay

I have been drawing my whole life. Once I graduated high school, I majored in Art focusing on printmaking and sculpture. I began getting tattooed myself in my early 20s, loved everything about it!

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