Business Details
Your Trusted Tattoo & Piercing Studio in Portland, OR
Robot Piercing & Tattoo is a woman-owned, queer-led, and trans-inclusive studio dedicated to creating a safe, empowering space for body art enthusiasts. Since our founding, we have prioritized equitable collaboration between staff and clients, ensuring informed and affirming care for every individual. Our team of experienced piercers and tattoo artists brings decades of combined expertise, specializing in high-quality materials like implant-grade steel, titanium, and 14k-18k gold. We maintain rigorous standards for hygiene and client comfort, offering a curated selection of jewelry that balances accessibility with excellence. Our commitment to inclusivity extends to our policies, including age-specific guidelines for piercings and accommodations for diverse identification documents.As pioneers in Portland's body art community, we emphasize education through consultation appointments and comprehensive aftercare guidance. Our apprenticeship program ensures the continuation of skilled, compassionate service while maintaining strict safety protocols. We prioritize client well-being through pre-appointment health guidelines and a cancellation policy that respects both our time and yours. Our physical space reflects our values of respect, creativity, and community, though we acknowledge accessibility limitations in our historic building. Through consistent quality and ethical practices, we have established ourselves as a trusted destination for both first-time clients and seasoned body art enthusiasts.
Services
Piercing Services
Tattoo Artistry
Tooth Gems
Body Jewelry
Jewelry Changes
Apprentice Services
Highlights and features
- Woman-owned, queer-led, and trans-inclusive studio environment
- Decades of combined experience among certified professional piercers
- Use of only implant-grade steel, titanium, and solid gold materials
- Comprehensive consultation and aftercare guidance for all services
- Commitment to accessibility through diverse ID acceptance policies
Services
Piercing Services
Professional piercing services using implant-grade steel, titanium, and solid gold. Our experienced piercers offer standard and specialty placements with strict hygiene protocols. We provide comprehensive aftercare guidance and require proper identification for all clients.
Tattoo Artistry
Custom tattoo services by appointment with skilled artists. We accommodate walk-ins when available and facilitate direct artist communication through social media profiles. Our studio maintains high hygiene standards for all tattoo procedures.
Tooth Gems
Non-invasive tooth gem application using Swarovski crystals and gold options. This semi-permanent service includes a warranty and requires government-issued ID. Gems can be removed by dentists without damaging teeth.
Body Jewelry
Curated selection of high-quality body jewelry for initial and healed piercings. We offer various materials including titanium, gold, and glass. Our staff provides fitting assistance to ensure proper sizing and comfort.
Apprentice Services
Apprentice-led services including jewelry changes and select piercings. Our structured training program ensures new piercers develop skills under experienced supervision while maintaining strict safety standards for all clients.
People
Jo Case
Shop Owner and Lead Piercer
Trained by the original owner in 2005, Jo specializes in gentle care piercings and studio leadership. With over 15 years of experience, she focuses on creating inclusive body art experiences.
Tracy Faraca
Senior Piercer
Portland piercing royalty with 30+ years experience. Former owner of Optic Nerve Arts, Tracy specializes in pediatric piercings and complex placements while maintaining strict safety protocols.
May Davis
Apprentice Piercer
Newly trained piercer offering tooth gems and basic piercings. Currently expanding skills under supervision, May represents our commitment to developing future professionals in the body art industry.
Gene Hannan
Tattoo Artist
Featured tattoo artist available for bookings. Specializes in custom designs and maintains direct client communication through social media platforms for appointment scheduling.
Kari Jean
Tattoo Artist
Professional tattoo artist offering services by appointment. Collaborates with clients through social media contact for personalized design consultations and booking arrangements.
Questions
What identification do I need for piercing services?
We require valid government-issued photo ID for all clients. Minors need parent/guardian ID plus birth certificate or custody documents.
Can I book piercing appointments online?
Yes, online booking is available for piercing services. Visit our Piercing page for direct access to our scheduling system.
What are your age requirements for piercings?
We pierce minors with proper documentation: lobes for ages 10-14, general piercings for 14+, and navel/septum at 16+. Parent/guardian presence required.
Do you offer tooth gem services?
Yes, we provide tooth gem applications for clients 18+ with valid ID. Services start at $55 for basic crystal options.
Are walk-ins accepted for tattoo services?
Tattoo artists accept walk-ins when available. Contact individual artists directly through their social media profiles for current availability.
What are your studio hours?
We're open Monday-Thursday 11am-6pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-7pm, and Sunday noon-6pm. Closed for lunch weekdays 2:30-3pm.
