About Us

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With over 15 years of professional experience and a lifelong dedication to visual art, Brian Gallagher has cemented his reputation as a true master of the craft.

A rare breed of artist, he is completely self-taught, having begun honing his foundational skills in the highly competitive California tattoo scene. 

Before he even stepped behind a machine professionally, he was already widely recognized throughout the local area for his exceptional raw artwork.

In 2011, he took his first official shop position, turning a lifelong passion into a full-time obsession. His dedication to the technical engineering of tattooing runs so deep that in 2016, he custom-built his own functioning tattoo machine using actual meteor materials—a testament to his commitment to blending cosmic artistry with precision mechanics.

Known for  incredibly crisp lines and flawless saturation, Brian Gallagher boasts a chameleonic versatility.

He has mastered an extensive, encyclopedic range of tattoo styles, including:

• American  Traditional & Neo-Traditional
• Japanese Traditional
• Realism & Surrealism
• Abstract, Illustrative, & Watercolor
• Trash-Polka, Black & Gray, & New School
• Biomechanical, 3D, & Specialized Embroidery Tattoos

Beyond his mastery of original custom designs, he is widely regarded as the absolute best cover-up artist in the county.

 Where other artists see an impossible challenge, he sees a blank canvas, using advanced color theory and strategic composition to transform old, unwanted ink into exceptional, seamless masterpieces.

Whether you are looking for a massive, custom illustrative backpiece or want to breathe new life into an old mistake, you are in the hands of a seasoned master.

Kimberly wears many hats, but they all share a common thread: a deep commitment to artistry, precision, and service. 

As the co-owner and "resident admin queen" of Alchemy Ink, Kimberly is the driving force behind the day-to-day operations, ensuring the studio runs as flawlessly as the art created within its walls.

Kimberly’s journey to the forefront of the tattoo industry is as unique as it is impressive. A US Army Veteran and college graduate with a background in journalism and fine art, she spent over 18 years as an avid tattoo collector. 

Her passion for the culture and the craft grew with every piece of ink she acquired. This deep immersion eventually led her to meet Brian, and together, they founded Alchemy Ink.

Today, Kimberly has her hands in a little bit of everything at the studio, balancing the books, managing the daily hustle, and working directly with clients as a piercer. 

However, her true calling has always been to be of service to others. To bridge her love for body art with her desire to help people heal, Kimberly expanded her expertise into paramedical tattooing.

Through advanced procedures like inkless scar and stretchmark revision, vitiligo camouflage, Nue Strand hair regrowth and fine-line wrinkle reduction, she helps clients reclaim confidence in their skin. 

For Kimberly, the ultimate fulfillment comes from using her diverse skills to help others feel like the absolute best versions of themselves.