Dark Shading. Demonic Detail. Ink by KillaCali.

Custom black & grey, fine line, and cover-up work out of A Tattoo Shop in Pocatello. Clean lines, heavy contrast, and concepts you won’t see on Pinterest.

Black & Grey Realism

Fine-Line Minis

Cover-Ups & Fixes

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Serious about getting tattooed by KillaCali? Send your concept, placement, and budget — you’ll get a reply with feedback and next steps. Deposits are required to lock in time.

Black & Grey Portrait

High-contrast shading • Healed well

Real Client Work

Booked through: A Tattoo Shop Based in Pocatello, ID

Style & Specialties

What KillaCali Does Best

Every artist has a lane. This is his. If you’re into dark shading, clean line work, and pieces that actually stand out in a crowd, you’re in the right place.

Fine line minis with clean, precise details that still hold over time.
Dark, demonic & horror-inspired pieces for clients who like their ink with teeth.
High-contrast black & grey realism that reads from across the room.
Tribal and bold filler work that connects existing pieces into a full story.
Cover-ups & fixer work that actually erase old mistakes instead of just hiding them.
Original concepts built from your ideas, not copied off the last trending post.

The goal is simple: take your idea, twist it into something unique, and put it on skin like it was always meant to be there.

Artist Motto

“Pain is weakness leaving the body.”

Laid-back energy, serious work ethic. When he’s not in the shop, you’ll catch him outdoors — fishing, riding dirt bikes, or at a barbecue with family. The same focus he brings to that is what ends up in every piece.

Portfolio

Dark, Clean & High-Contrast

Here’s a sample of the type of work he’s known for around Pocatello. Think portraits, demons, skulls, and fine-line details that actually stay crisp.

Portrait Realism

Black & Grey • High contrast

Demonic Concept

Dark shading • Custom design

Cover-Up Fix

Old ink transformed • Clean lines

Local Reputation

People in Pocatello Talk

This isn’t hype — it’s what people say when they tag him in local groups and recommend him in the comments.

The Artist

Meet KillaCali (William Braden)

Behind every piece is a real person with their own story. This is the guy holding the machine.

Artist Profile

KillaCali is known around Pocatello for dark shading, demonic designs, and clean line work. Clients come to him when they want something with weight — not a throwaway tattoo they’ll regret in a year.

The vibe in the chair is simple: good music, good conversation, and serious focus. You bring the idea, he brings the eye and the hands to make it real.

Black & Grey Focused Demonic / Horror Concepts Fine Line Minis Cover-Ups & Fixes

In Session • A Tattoo Shop

Concept Consultation

Ready to Start Your Piece?

This is how you get on his radar. Fill out the concept details, send any reference pics, and he’ll review it and get back to you with feedback and next steps.

Describe your idea — the more detail, the better.
Include placement (arm, leg, chest, back, etc.).
Mention approximate size (inches or “half sleeve,” “full back,” etc.).
Share links or upload reference photos.
Include your rough budget and flexibility.

You’ll get a response with thoughts on the concept, an estimated range, and what kind of session you’ll likely need. A deposit will be required to lock in your date.

Drop Your Concept Here

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Make sure the form adds a tag like kcali-concept and pushes contacts into your “Tattoo Funnel” pipeline.

FAQ

Questions People Ask Before They Commit

Realism and dark work are big decisions. Here are answers to the things most people want to know first.

How much does a session cost?

Pricing depends on size, detail, and placement. Once you send your concept, you’ll get a rough range and recommendation for how many hours or sessions you’ll need.
Do you require a deposit?

Yes. A non-refundable deposit is required to lock in your time. It goes toward the final cost of your piece.
Can you work from photos?

Absolutely. Reference photos are helpful, but the final design will be customized so it fits your body and doesn’t just look like a trace.
Do you do cover-ups?

Yes — especially if the old piece is something you’ve been hiding. Just be honest about what’s there now and send clear photos in your concept form.
What styles do you not do?

The focus is black & grey, dark shading, and clean line work. If your idea is completely outside that lane, you’ll get a clear answer so you’re not wasting time.

If you’re still unsure, the best move is to just send the concept anyway. You’ll either get a “Yes, let’s build this,” a suggestion to tweak it, or a “Not a good fit” — which is still better than guessing.