let us introduce ourselves
NICHOLE YANOTA
"I am the owner and lead artist at Lucid Arts, specializing in custom tattooing and graphic design. I created our studio based on creative passion, ethics, vision and vibe. Very quickly I witnessed how these spaces became a vacuum that pulled in fresh, authentic, and truly desired experiences. This isn't just work. This is not your typical tattoo studio. Lucid Arts is a space with heart, designed to nurture and inspire us. My tattoo clients have stories and symbols that they want to express in the form of body art, and it is my joy to create with them in this safe, honoring, and intimate way. And with over 20 years of graphic design and brand development experience, I've helped many businesses hone in on their visual identity, mission, values and voice. I put my heart and soul into every piece I create and my clients feel like friends by the end of our project."
"I am the owner and lead artist at Lucid Arts, specializing in custom tattooing and graphic design. I created our studio based on creative passion, ethics, vision and vibe. Very quickly I witnessed how these spaces became a vacuum that pulled in fresh, authentic, and truly desired experiences. This isn't just work. This is not your typical tattoo studio. Lucid Arts is a space with heart, designed to nurture and inspire us. My tattoo clients have stories and symbols that they want to express in the form of body art, and it is my joy to create with them in this safe, honoring, and intimate way. And with over 20 years of graphic design and brand development experience, I've helped many businesses hone in on their visual identity, mission, values and voice. I put my heart and soul into every piece I create and my clients feel like friends by the end of our project."
JEREMIA SUNFELLOW
"I am the owner and lead artist at ARTery Tattoo (Cottonwood, AZ), the sister shop of Lucid Arts (Carefree, AZ). I currently service clients at both locations. I bring my passion for fine art and love of collaboration into every tattoo project. I love having the opportunity to create designs that are beautifully drawn and flattering to my clients. My intention is to co-create the best tattoo for YOU!"
"I am the owner and lead artist at ARTery Tattoo (Cottonwood, AZ), the sister shop of Lucid Arts (Carefree, AZ). I currently service clients at both locations. I bring my passion for fine art and love of collaboration into every tattoo project. I love having the opportunity to create designs that are beautifully drawn and flattering to my clients. My intention is to co-create the best tattoo for YOU!"
BELLA CHEWNING
"Hello! I have a background in multiple mediums: wood and metal sculpture, fiber art, and illustration. I am passionate about art, but I am also extremely passionate about creating a safe space for ALL people to be able to enjoy the art of tattooing. When I am not at the shop, I am enjoying the great outdoors, music, history, poetry, and all things culinary- all of which help me in my design process. I currently service clients at both Lucid Arts (Carefree) and ARTery Tattoo (Cottonwood)."
"Hello! I have a background in multiple mediums: wood and metal sculpture, fiber art, and illustration. I am passionate about art, but I am also extremely passionate about creating a safe space for ALL people to be able to enjoy the art of tattooing. When I am not at the shop, I am enjoying the great outdoors, music, history, poetry, and all things culinary- all of which help me in my design process. I currently service clients at both Lucid Arts (Carefree) and ARTery Tattoo (Cottonwood)."
KRISTA RAIN REYES
"Howdy! I was born and raised in the mountains of northern Arizona, and I take any opportunity to wander the outdoors and bask in the sunshine to find inspiration for my art, which I have been creating my entire life through various mediums. I enjoy creating pieces with a focus on appreciation for the natural beauty found in organic forms. Some favorites include desert bugs, skulls, mushrooms and twinkling stars. I’m a mama, an adventurer, a huge fan of David Bowie, and a child at heart. I’m thrilled to be available to serve my clients at Lucid Arts (Carefree) and ARTery Tattoo (Cottonwood)."
"Howdy! I was born and raised in the mountains of northern Arizona, and I take any opportunity to wander the outdoors and bask in the sunshine to find inspiration for my art, which I have been creating my entire life through various mediums. I enjoy creating pieces with a focus on appreciation for the natural beauty found in organic forms. Some favorites include desert bugs, skulls, mushrooms and twinkling stars. I’m a mama, an adventurer, a huge fan of David Bowie, and a child at heart. I’m thrilled to be available to serve my clients at Lucid Arts (Carefree) and ARTery Tattoo (Cottonwood)."
GRACE KNUTSON
"Hello, my name is Grace! I'm an Arizona native that Lucid Arts welcomed on as an apprentice (under Nichole) in August 2023. I love creating fine-line tattoos, biblical art, and pieces with a special story. When I'm not tattooing I work my other job as a Disney princess. This entails face painting and balloon twisting for children's celebrations - fun stuff! Making a safe, welcoming environment is very important to me. I'm currently serving clients at the Lucid Arts (Carefree) location."
"Hello, my name is Grace! I'm an Arizona native that Lucid Arts welcomed on as an apprentice (under Nichole) in August 2023. I love creating fine-line tattoos, biblical art, and pieces with a special story. When I'm not tattooing I work my other job as a Disney princess. This entails face painting and balloon twisting for children's celebrations - fun stuff! Making a safe, welcoming environment is very important to me. I'm currently serving clients at the Lucid Arts (Carefree) location."
KIMBERLY BRANDFASS
“Hello, my name is Kimberly, and I am a proud Arizona native. I have a life long passion for artistry and design. Working within the ever-evolving mediums of graphic arts, print media, drawing, custom metal arts, and visual creation. I find influence in everyday life, nature, and the boundless creativity of our minds. I believe that a positive experience is synergistic with a great final result. Co-creating each piece to meet and exceed client expectations is my intention. Here at Lucid Arts I am proud to be under mentorship with the founder Nichole Yanota, learning her amazing techniques, while we create a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all of our clients in the studio. I'm currently serving clients at the Lucid Arts (Carefree) location.”
“Hello, my name is Kimberly, and I am a proud Arizona native. I have a life long passion for artistry and design. Working within the ever-evolving mediums of graphic arts, print media, drawing, custom metal arts, and visual creation. I find influence in everyday life, nature, and the boundless creativity of our minds. I believe that a positive experience is synergistic with a great final result. Co-creating each piece to meet and exceed client expectations is my intention. Here at Lucid Arts I am proud to be under mentorship with the founder Nichole Yanota, learning her amazing techniques, while we create a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all of our clients in the studio. I'm currently serving clients at the Lucid Arts (Carefree) location.”