Voted "Best Tattoo Parlor of the Hudson Valley"!

We are very grateful and extremely proud to say we were awarded Best Tattoo Parlor of the Hudson Valley by the readers of Hudson Valley Magazine! Thank you to all who voted for us. We know there are so many choices in the area these days and we feel pretty lucky. A heart felt thanks those of you who gave us your support. 

I would like to personally thank the Graceland team for all of their hard work. Graceland Tattoo wouldn't be the special place it is without each one of you. Thank you for working so hard to be the best that you can be. 

Peace and light,
Adam

Adam Lauricell: Solo Art Show- Catalyst Gallery- BEACON

Adam will be hosting an art opening at Catalyst Gallery in Beacon, NY.

A collection of folk art exploring concepts and lessons that originated centuries ago, yet are ever present in modern day constructs. Iconic imagery and occulted symbols are used in an effort to shed light on events and figures that may otherwise be left hidden. All decent folks welcome.

The show's opening reception is October 3rd from 6-9 pm. There is a "Second Saturday" reception as well as a closing. Gallery hours are on the attached promo.

4th Annual Tattooing to Save Babies.

On September 19th from 11 am- 8 pm we will open our doors for the 4th annual Tattooing to Save Babies at Graceland Tattoo. We have added miranda to the team so this year 6 tattooers willing and able to tattoo select designs from 11 am to 8 pm. We donate the fruits of our labor to the March of Dimes which gives support to premature babies and their families. This is our 4th event. In the past 3 years Graceland Tattoo has raised over $15,000. The national effort has exceeded $70K. Please come out to help us raise awareness and funds. Together, we can make a difference.

"Tattoos and Brews" featured in HVMAG.

"Tattoos and Brews" is coming in a few short weeks and we got some great attention by Hudson Valley Magazine. The folks at HVMAG featured our inaugural event in their "1st Draft" column. Click the image below to read the article. Thanks HVMAG!

TATTOOS and BREWS at the MILL HOUSE

The arts of Modern Electric Tattooing and Micro Brewing are rich in history and steeped in tradition.

Both Graceland Tattoo and the Mill House Brewing Company have worked tirelessly to learn the intricacies of their age-old crafts.

These industry mainstays focus on Quality, Artistry and Hospitality in all they do. So now the Mill House Brewing Company has partnered up with Graceland Tattoo to bring the Hudson Valley “Tattoos and Brews”. Join us Sunday, August 30^th from 12-8 at the beautiful MillHouse on Mill Street in Poughkeepsie for a day of fine, locally sourced foods, artfully crafted ales and high caliber tattooing done on premises by the Folks of Graceland Tattoo and friends from Alliance Tattoo, Hudson River Tattoo Company, Forget me Not Tattoo, Hole in the Sky, Hat City Tattoo, & Skin City. Other local Artists and Craftspeople will be on site along with LIVE MUSIC.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Grace Smith House helping survivors of domestic violence. Advanced Tickets on sale at The Mill House and Graceland Tattoo. Check out millhousebrewing.com and gracelandtattoo.com for more information. So Enjoy a brew and get tattooed.

Allison helps to break a body piercing world record and set a new one.

Here's a great shot of our resident piercer Allison Lahikainen. Allison was part of a body piercing team that performed at the Steampunk World's Fair in NJ. Wyck, the person getting pierced, breaks the record for the number of 18ga needles pierced in an hour. 1,400 needles! 1,399 on the clock at 52 mintues.

The piercing team was headed up by Boots out of NH. Also piercing was his apprentice Jamie, Malakai of Inksanity, and of course our own Allison. She's not only a veteran piercer with over 17 years experience she has projects like these under her belt. Another reason to choose Graceland Tattoo when thinking about your next piercing. Want to see more pictures of this event? Check us out on Facebook at GRACELAND TATTOO.

Graceland Tattoo is Looking for an Experienced Tattooer.

Graceland Tattoo currently taking applications to bring a new tattooer on board at Graceland Tattoo. This is a great opportunity to work with a diverse, experienced team in a very busy and well equipped tattoo studio. You must be seasoned with experience. This is not an apprenticeship. Email portfolio & resume or links to your work to adam@gracelandtattoo. DO NOT SUBMIT VIA FACEBOOK.  Thank you for your consideration.

12 years Strong

Good morning everyone. It's crazy to think that The Saturday, Valentine's Day marks 12 years since Graceland Tattoo opened it's doors. Thank you to everyone who has chosen to work with us throughout the years. I am very grateful and I think it's safe to say everyone at the tattoo parlor feels the same way. I am so fortunate to have been able to create the space that we now have and I am so thankful to have attracted the individuals who work along side me. We have hit our stride and I am really excited about our future together. I cannot thank Keely Sheehan enough for all the hard work in helping us to build what Graceland Tattoo has become. Keely's support has been unwavering and I may not have had the strength to persevere without her. I am so blessed to have her insights and her patience. Thank you to Allison Lahikainen , Brian Ricci, Evan McGuigan and Joe Pepper  for your dedication throughout the years I am proud to work with you and I thank you for your efforts in making Graceland Tattoo the place that it has become. Thank you to Lindsay Jordan for joining us at a time when we needed someone to help us along the way. I'm also really happy that Miranda Lorberer and Cookie have come to join forces with us. I believe this step will prove to be an unbelievably positive chapter in our lives.I'm also glad to have met Victoria, and I'm pleased we have been able to welcome her into the fold. Thank you to Amy Maher who has supported Joe throughout his time here. He's early in and late to leave and I know that can be taxing on a family. My mother and father who continue to help me whenever it's needed, but whose support was instrumental in the early years. Even though he hash't been with us for a few years now, Thank you Shane Cashman for being a part of this, a big part of this. And to all the guest artists, thank you for sharing with us. To those who worked here in the past, thank you for the things you did, and also thank you for leaving when you did. We've had some ups and downs, as all institutions have but the also helped to shape us and make Graceland Tattoo what it is today. Thank you again to our clients, many of you who have become our friends. I look forward to working for past clients and forging new relationships as we continue to service the Hudson Valley. Peace & Light -Adam Lauricella

Sailor Jerry Day at Graceland Tattoo

Wednesday, January 14th is Norman "Sailor Jerry" Collins 104th birthday. To honor him, we will be having walk ins from 12 - 8 with tons of his flash to choose from. First come, first served. Our artists have cleared their schedules so that they will be able to accommodate you throughout the day. All tattoos will be $104. All tattoos must fit in the circle/rectangle parameters. Flash can be shrunk to fit as long as it doesn't compromise the design. We can't wait to see everyone on the 14th! This is going to be a fun day.