Keys on Kites Tattoo and Gallery is an artist owned and operated tattoo shop and art gallery located in the Westville area of New Haven, Connecticut. The studio combines hospital grade sterilization, private booths, and a fully licensed, easy going staff to create a welcoming space for bold self-expression. Each tattoo is individually customized to fit the client's specific needs, with a philosophy built around respecting tradition while eyeing innovation. The gallery showcases custom designs and flash art from a roster of experienced tattoo artists, including Eric Mikita, Rich Hadley, Johnny Dagger, Robert Barnum, and Syd, each bringing their own passion and perspective to turning clients' stories into permanent artwork.
Beyond tattooing, the studio offers professional piercing services performed in a private, sterile environment, with comfort and safety treated as top priorities. Piercings are handled by Mati V., who brings over nine years of piercing experience and thorough knowledge of cross-contamination prevention and blood borne pathogens, using only implant grade surgical steel. Walk-ins are welcomed alongside scheduled appointments, and the shop maintains an active presence sharing client work and studio life. With its blend of gallery-quality art and clinical-grade safety standards, the New Haven studio positions itself as a creative destination for both tattoos and piercings alike.
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