By Joe Kirchmyer
When local tattoo artist Keith Kuzara purchased Sink or Swim Tattoo from his boss back in the fall of 2015, the first-time business owner probably didn’t expect such a positive and immediate response from the Western New York community … but that’s exactly what he got.
Just two years later, Kuzara and the staff of Sink or Swim have left their 800-square-foot shop in North Tonawanda for much larger space in Niagara Falls. With more employees and more customers, the larger facility is a true blessing.
Located at 2045 Niagara Falls Blvd. in Niagara Falls, the spacious new home of Sink or Swim Tattoo offers 2,000 square feet of comfort for Kuzara, his eight employees and their faithful followers. A soft opening at the new location took place on Tuesday, Aug. 22.
“We simply outgrew our previous location because our business has grown so much, but that’s a good thing,” said Kuzara. “We’re all extremely happy about the new facility. Everyone here is continually expanding both their clientele list and their artwork, so the move is very beneficial for our customers and employees. Everyone here is always looking for ways to improve.”
By everyone, Kuzara is referring to his staff of talented tattoo artists, including Shannon Yates, Tom Pecoraro, Taylor Heald, Amanda Zubrzycki, Sean Salasny, Jade Sutton-Burns and Zachary Wheeler, along with shop manager Joey Devereaux.
To celebrate the move, Sink or Swim Tattoo will hold a grand opening celebration from 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at the new location. The event will feature a tattoo gift card raffle, a catered pig roast, beverages and music. Guests can also check out the shop’s expanded apparel line that includes T-shirts, tank tops, hats and shorts.
Sink or Swim Tattoo has also expanded its hours and is now open from noon to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred, especially for larger tattoos.
For more information, please call 605-7531, email
so**********@gm***.com
or visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sinkorswimtattoos716 for frequent updates.
