What’s your process for booking?
My process for booking begins with a consultation. In this process I get to know my client and try to understand their vision. This helps me find out what direction we can go in with their tattoo, and put together a concept that surpasses their expectations.

What geographic area(s) do you service?
I service all parts of NYC, but my studio is based in East New York, Brooklyn.

Why do you think clients choose you—your skill, personality, or both?
My clients choose me because of my compassion. Tattooing is a painful and energetic process, and often times, female and LGBT clientele worry about professionalism and boundaries being respected in a tattoo environment. As a tattooed person myself, I prioritize checking in with clients: making conversation, assuring their comfort with placement and skin exposure, and making sure they can make informed decisions about their artwork.

What needs to change in the cosmetology industry?
I got started as a tattoo apprentice to an artist in a private studio. I learned that tattoo culture and shops can be incredibly exclusionary and made it my mission to prioritize delivering both quality and experience.

What’s your mantra?
My mantra is “In Kay We Trust.” Part of it is a reminder to trust myself. Tattooing takes a level of confidence. Your canvas is the skin, and your machine is the pencil, however you cannot erase. You must feel confident in your quality of work, and prove to your clients that they are in good hands.

If you could be featured in any magazine, which would it be?
My favorite magazine growing up was Cosmopolitan. It was informative, raunchy at times, and made me feel like I was reading a text from a close friend. It made me realize how important delivery of information was, and knowing who your target audience is.

Tell us about your product and/or business: Why did you start it?
I started tattooing because I wanted to get back into creating artwork. Everything in society has become so monotonous and devoid of color and eccentric ideas. I want to challenge that.

What makes it unique?
What makes it unique is that every single tattoo is a collaboration. No two people think alike, so putting a concept together with someone is like “Unique squared.”

Where can people learn more about it?
People can come visit me in Brooklyn, or follow me online @KDeLosMuertos on all platforms.

What inspired the idea?
I’m heavily inspired by nature, technology, and femininity.

What can we expect in the future from your product or business?
In the future, you can expect more permanent cosmetic services: permanent brows, permanent makeup, and more esthetic services.

Where else can clients find you, aside from SPOTLIST?
Clients can find me on Tiktok, Instagram, and a website coming soon.

What traits do you think are essential for success in your field?
I think creativity, curiosity, humility, and a careful eye for detail are necessary traits for success in this field.

Fun fact about you:
A fun fact about me: I’m obsessed with animals! I have a rabbit and I love horses.