Micaela Stephens

Micaela Stephens is a Senior Artist and Senior Piercer, as well as the founder and owner, at Stigma Ink in Fayetteville, Arkansas. As the driving force behind Arkansas’s original award-winning female-owned and operated studio, Micaela has cultivated a unique environment specializing in fine line and micro realism tattooing. With over three decades of experience in the piercing industry, she is recognized for her extensive expertise and commitment to the highest standards of safety and care.

Micaela champions a collaborative “beehive collective” approach among her artists, ensuring a unique and supportive experience for clients. She is deeply committed to fostering an ego-free, welcoming space, particularly for female artists and clientele, and has pioneered a scholarship Body Art Training Facility designed specifically for young women pursuing a career in body art. Her passion for the craft, dedication to true mentorship, and unwavering focus on service and quality define her approach, making Stigma Ink a distinguished destination in the Ozarks. Micaela also extends her expertise to assist clients who have received botched piercings elsewhere, further demonstrating her dedication to client well-being and industry integrity.