STEVEN ACOSTA
Piercer • Musician • Entrepreneur
Steven Acosta brings over a decade of professional piercing experience to his craft. He is APP (Association of Professional Piercers) Bloodborne Pathogens certified and trained under renowned APP-certified piercer Michael Hare. Raised in a tattoo and piercing family, Steven comes from a legacy that includes the founding of Clovis, California’s first historic tattoo shop. It was there that he learned the importance of professionalism, technical precision, and ethical business practices from his father—the values that continue to guide his work today.
Steven’s expertise has earned the trust of a diverse and high-profile clientele, including Travis Marsh, producer for Drake, as well as artists such as Sabrina Carpenter and Kelly Rowland. He has also had the honor of piercing Miss California and San Luis Obispo Mayor Erica Stewart, along with a wide range of influencers and social media personalities.
Now, Steven is set to appear in his own reality television series, where he explores the artistry of piercing while sharing the personal journey behind the craft—highlighting his life as a piercer, father, songwriter, and entrepreneur.
QUALITY
Steven set out to create a piercing studio where every individual feels genuinely welcomed and at ease. His vision was to offer an inclusive, thoughtfully designed space featuring only the finest body jewelry sourced from around the world—spanning a wide range of styles and price points.
The studio carries exclusively hypoallergenic, implant-grade titanium and certified 14K gold adorned with diamonds and rare gemstones, using only the highest-quality metals trusted in the piercing industry.
Committed to making exceptional piercings accessible to everyone, Steven includes a complimentary implant-grade titanium jewelry piece with every piercing—an offering that is rare within the industry. For every service, he uses sterile hollow needles to ensure precise, low-trauma piercings, resulting in smoother punctures, reduced swelling, and faster healing. Every detail of the experience is intentionally designed to deliver comfort, safety, and exceptional quality—ensuring each piercing is as thoughtful as it is beautiful.
KIDS PIERCINGS
These are just a few of the reasons Steven is highly sought after for children’s piercings, particularly among local moms throughout San Luis Obispo County. As a father himself, he understands the peace of mind that comes from knowing your child is in caring, experienced hands.
Every child is gently guided and supported throughout the entire process, helping ease nerves and create a calm, pressure-free experience. Steven also knows how crucial the placement of a first ear piercing is—it lays the foundation for proper alignment and a well-balanced piercing journey in the years to come.
And as a sweet finishing touch, every child’s piercing is celebrated with a complimentary scoop of ice cream from next door. 🍦
Don’t just take our word for it—see for yourself by reading our five-star reviews from parents who trusted us with their children’s piercings.