Kailee Viator Batson -- MIXED MEDIA VISUAL ARTIST & TATTOOER

IRON GATE STUDIOS — APPOINTMENT ONLY

I have been tattooing for seven years. I would consider my own tattooing style to be "illustrative," though I do not concern myself too much with which particular box my work would be put into. I enjoy tattooing natural elements, such as birds, plants, and insects. Many would say my work is most recognized for my precise line work and rich color palettes, though I do also create a number of black and gray pieces.

My apprenticeship was at Javelina Tattoo in 2018 where I worked for five years alongside many incredible artists of varying styles. In 2023, myself and cosmetic & paramedical tattooer, Cat Green, opened Iron Gate Studios in Beaumont, TX. It started as a small, secluded private experience after working in a busy tattoo shop. Then, in April of 2025, evolved into an artist collective space located in the historic Kyle building in downtown Beaumont. Iron Gate is not only home to four tattooers, but also a photographer, hairstylist, a permanent jewelry booth, and a personal trainer.