HEY FRIENDS,
NICE TO MEET YOU
Thank you for being here and checking out my work!
My name is Kristina, I’m a mom of 3 and I left my nursing career behind to became a tattoo artist
(and I love every minute of it).
I specialize in fineline tattoos- offering custom designs and flash tattoos. I’m always welcoming new clients and your unique designs. Some of my favorite pieces are flowers, portrait outlines, script, butterflies, and anything cute, but i’m not limited to JUST those.
I strive to provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to come get tatted. Whether it’s your first tattoo or your tenth, I’ll be here to walk you through your appointment.
Come for a tattoo Leave with a bestie
REVEAL VIDEOS
RECENT WORK
FLASH TATTOOS & GET WHAT YOU GET VENDING MACHINE
Flash tattoos are always available to book!
Be sure to follow me on Instagram (@kapwa.ink) for flash sales, special events, and walk in hours! (mainly Wednesdays!)
Get what you get vending machine
$100 tattoo (+$25 to pick again)
Get the tattoo design you get out of the vending machine. This is available by appointment or on any walk in day!
EXAMPLES OF MY FLASH SHEETS
AFTER CARE
The healing process is not the same for everyone and will likely take
AT LEAST 2 weeks to fully heal.
While in the healing process, please:
How to protect your ink
Use SPF/ sunblock when in the sun, especially during the hotter months.
Keep your skin moisturized.
Aftercare Instructions
Leave second skin on for at least 2 days and max 5 days.
If bandage comes off, do not recover
(allow tattoo to breathe)
Once second skin is removed:
Repeat the process twice daily until your tattoo is healed.
Tattoo is healed when there is no longer any flaking.
*Please consult your artist for their aftercare instructions
BEGINNERS FINE LINE, TINY TATTOO COURSE
In collaboration with fineline.inked
Our comprehensive 2 day training will provide you with the knowledge and confidence needed to become a fineline/tiny tattoo artist.
Topics covered: needles & machine knowledge, understanding of skin layers, supplies list, set up & break down, sanitation, procreate & designing, licensing & insurance, consent forms & aftercare.
Included in your tuition is a full kit of tattoo supplies that we use daily, wireless tattoo machine, live demonstrations, student model, theory and a lot of hands on practice.
Our relationship doesn’t end when the course is over. We want you to be successful and are available for any questions you may have.
REVIEWS FROM YELP
“Kristina is not like any other tattoo artist I have ever worked with. She was so responsive and kind during the entire pre-tattoo phase when it came to the actual design of it and through the entire tattoo experience. My wife and I gave her a bunch of ideas of what we were looking for and she was able to sift through the noise and come up with some of the most beautiful designs I've ever seen. When it came to the actual tattooing, she was so kind and asking a ton of questions from size, to placement all the way to the darkness of the ink we wanted. Again, those questions may seem basic and trivial but I've been tattooed 14 other times and not once has anyone asked me these questions.”
Heather S. from Yelp
Kristina is amazing! I honestly recommend her for anyone looking to get a tattoo. I reached out to her about this design that I've been wanting to get for awhile and she made it come to life. We chatted about getting more pieces done and she was open to doing more tattoos in one session so we'll be doing that sometime in the future. I'm new to the tattoo game so I was super happy that she said she was willing to do all the tattoos I want in a day!
Jonina I. from Yelp
“I can't say enough positive things about my experience here. I found Kristina on Instagram and she is so amazing, so professional and made me feel really comfortable during my appointment. I have around a dozen tattoos and I can tell not all artists are as patient and as kind as she is. She has a gentle touch, was quick with her work but very precise and detailed. Mostly importantly, I love her work and our short conversation. 10/10 would recommend going to her, I will definitely be returning when I'm ready for my next piece. Thank you so much Kristina.”
Lyka C. from Yelp
MORE REVIEWS FROM YELP
100/10 recommend Kristina. I was so indecisive about getting the tattoo, placement and the way I wanted it. I found her on yelp and took a look at her IG and automatically knew she was a fit. Finally emailed her and the process was so smooth and she was so helpful! Received my draft 5 days before my appointment and she blew it out the water. We did my tattoo today and it was the most enjoyable experience. Shooting the breeze to take your mind off the tattoo was exactly what I needed! It made the time fly by! Absolutely love my tattoo! I'll definitely be seeing her again!
Shirley B. from Yelp
Kristina is AMAZING! When I was still looking for a tattoo artist to help me with tattoos, Kristina responded in a timely manner and showed professional communication making booking easy, she was direct and so kind. Not like any other tattoo artist I've been to, she was so kind and sweet making sure I was comfortable while she was working on my tattoo. She was quick but precise and detailed with my finger tattoos, they turned out way better than I expected. The style and character of the shop was clean, beautiful and peaceful. I'll for sure be back for more tattoos thanks to Kristina!
Moryll R. from Yelp
I got my sternum piece done by Kristina and I kind of worried of how it was going to go. She's busy, so just know the correspondence might be a little slow, but she's on it! She did exactly what I pictured in my head and I absolutely love my tattoo. She was super friendly and conversed with me the entire time. We talked passions and she made the entire session super fun. I will absolutely be going back to her! Thank you so much Kristina! The sweetest soul
Jasmine K. from Yelp
kapwa.
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Address
*INSIDE BROWS + INK STUDIO
20861 Willbeam Ave Suite 9
Castro Valley, Ca 94546
Phone
*TEXT ONLY
(510)359-7030
kapwa.ink@gmail.com