Erik Payne was born and raised in Boise. I apprenticed under RUSSELL Myers at Electric Dragon Tattoo which at the time was the one and only shop in Boise Idaho from 1986-1988. After his incarceration I ran the shop by myself for several years. Upon his return, I departed. have owned Inkvision Tattoo since 1990. In 1999 I took my one and only apprentice Travis Berg, a great drawer, solid tattooer, and tactical joker who twelve years later is still my right hand man, visual adviser and life coach. His dedication to his craft motivates me daily.

I came into tattooing and my apprenticeship like a lot guys my age from the local punk rock scene, doing fliers, record covers, painting jackets, and drawing tattoos for my friends. I was also influenced by my love of underground comics in general and Greg Irons, Jack Jaxon, Rand Holmes and Robert Williams specifically. I still remember the first Tattoo magazine I ever bought, with Bill Loika on the cover and an article on Greg Irons. I’m sure some of you know it.

Most of the tattoos we do at our shop are on the larger side, and we are fortunate to have a lot of return clientele who understand what makes a good tattoo. Tattooing is an unregulated industry where I live so from one shop in the eighties to over thirty in the phone book this year, we endeavor to persevere.

I get to do a lot of larger pieces both oriental and occidental, monochromatic and polychromatic, religious and sacrilegious. I get to work every day with Daniel Gerbis. I love my job.

Daniel Gerbis

Daniel has been tattooing for 17 years. He started his apprenticeship in Statesboro, GA while finishing his bachelor’s degree at Georgia Southern University. He worked under his mentor for a time before getting an opportunity in Texas, where he spent the next 16 years working in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and Fort Worth.

Capitalizing on every experience, he has learned and honed his skills alongside amazing and, admittedly, some shit artists in both walk-in and appointment-only tattoo environments.

He has an old-school vision of tattooing, is well-rounded, and is capable of executing almost any tattoo style. He maintains a strong professional rapport and is always willing to collaborate with clients on their design and vision.

From mild to wild, custom to traditional, all styles are welcome and applied with over a decade and a half of experience.

All questions and inquiries are welcome. don’t be shy. Reach out and start the conversation!

Guest Tattoo Artists

At Inkvision, we’re proud to be a favorite destination for some of the best tattoo artists in the world. Our studio regularly hosts elite guest artists who bring fresh styles, global influence, and next-level creativity to our chairs. From internationally recognized masters to rising innovators pushing the boundaries of modern tattooing, these artists choose InkVision as a place to connect with passionate clients and create unforgettable work. Every guest spot is an opportunity for our community to experience world-class talent, unique artistic perspectives, and truly one-of-a-kind tattoos — all in the professional, welcoming environment Inkvision is known for.

Kam Kelley was born and raised in Yakima Washington upon moving to the treasure valley in late 2010. Kam started his journey in tattooing in 2013 here in Boise where he continues to work and expand his knowledge, craft and artistry.

Kam received his BFA from Boise State University in 2015 with an emphasis in printmaking, along with a minor in Art History. His style includes American traditional, as it was a heavy influence on his introduction into tattooing, as well as transitioning into traditional Japanese and large scale black work projects.

Kam regurally guest every few months at inkvision. to book an appointment hit his website https://tattookam.com/

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