WELCOME to Altered Ego Studios!

Our Artist

Brandi Dalton , Owner, Tattooist, Piercer

 

Growing up locally, I graduated from from SHHS in 1998, and began my tattoo apprenticeship later that year at Shoe’s tattoos.  I started piercing in 1999 after taking classes in NY. 

I’ve owned Altered Ego Studios since May of 2006, and we moved into our new location, just a few doors away, at the end of 2017.  I still live in Haven, along with a little pack of rescue pups. Currently we have a couple handsome boxers (Agent Cooper and Dexter), a sweet old pit bull (Warren), and our latest addition of a white and black terrier mix (Simon). 

When I’m not working, I’m hanging out with them and painting. I love to create art outside of my tattoos, and I dabble in a bit of everything. I think that experimenting with different types of mediums keeps me feeling inspired and always learning.

I do a lot of realism tattoos, but I really love the variety of styles I get to do.   And anything involving animals and other nature inspiration is always a lot of fun for me.  I’m currently  enjoying creating traditional style tattoos with my clients’ personal inspiration. Most of my projects are larger, so that keeps be booked out a bit, but I’m always happy to fit in the small pieces if you don’t mind the wait! 

Rachael Dait , Tattooist

I started my apprenticeship in 2015 here at Altered Ego Studios, learning under Brandi Dalton. After a few years with Graphic Design and Fine Art Education through Lehigh Carbon Community College, I am grateful for the opportunity to be able to work in the artistic field everyday. To create art and hear the stories behind them is the best part of my job.

At home, when I am not busy tattooing, you’ll likely find me out in my gardens or in nature somewhere taking photos and getting inspiration for my artistic hobbies. I love design and decoration, so I am often digging around for lost treasures and antiques. My art studio is filled with knick knacks to build terrariums and snail aquariums with my gaggle of cats. 

 In the studio, my tattoo style often leans towards illustrative, with varying lines and a whimsical style. My favorite styles include ornate and mandala designs mixing with floral and nature, but I am open to hearing new ideas and thrive on the variety of pieces I get to do, here at Altered Ego. I love to work with color, but am always happy for black and gray projects. Cover-ups are also a fun challenge. 

My books are often out a few months at a time, but I always encourage clients to send me their ideas through our consult form at any point to get scheduled for my next consult day. 

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Amber , Tattooist, Piercer

 

Amber is the newest addition to the Altered Ego family! She began her apprenticeship with us, both tattooing and piercing, in June of 2021.  

Originally a biology major at university, Amber became inspired by the art and music scene in Philadelphia where she once lived.

She soon shifted her focus into the art of tattooing as a means to express oneself fully and authentically. 

Her interest in tattooing began with heavy blackwork tattooers and  extreme body modifications. You can see in her work that she’s very inspired by blackwork, but adds her own touch with delicate details and stippling.  

Amber is currently taking on pieces that fit her style, and clients that are open to her interpretation of their ideas. If you’d like to chat with Amber about your tattoo ideas, please fill out a consult form. 

Hayley started her tattooing journey in February 2023 as an apprentice, bringing her love for art and creativity to life on skin. Before tattooing, she spent years painting and drawing locally, building a strong connection with her community through her artwork. In October 2024, she officially joined the Altered Ego Studios team, excited to continue growing and creating in a space that feels like home.

 

Hayley has a true passion for all things art and tattooing, with a love for styles like blackwork, stippling, illustrative designs, and realism. She’s especially drawn to projects with nature, fantasy, gothic, and whimsical elements—anything that lets her dive into creativity and imagination. But is always up for new ideas and projects! 

She’s always looking to learn, improve, and create tattoos that are as meaningful as they are beautiful. Whether you’re looking for something bold or intricate, Hayley’s all about making your tattoo experience fun, comfortable, and memorable!

Jackie , Tattooist

Jackie joined the Altered Ego family in 2024 as our talented apprentice, bringing with her a rich background in the arts. After graduating from art school, she honed her skills working with sculptures, which deepened her love for creative expression in all forms.

Her favorite mediums include oils, glass, and clay, and she has a special passion just for learning new things. Whether she’s working with traditional materials or exploring digital frontiers, Jackie thrives on the versatility of art and enjoys experimenting with different techniques.

Known for her bright, illustrated characters, Jackie’s unique take on Pokémon has quickly become a client favorite. Her playful and imaginative designs capture the spirit of her subjects with a fresh, dynamic style.

As an apprentice, Jackie is dedicated to learning and growing, and she is excited to share her artistic vision with our clients through tattoos. Her enthusiasm for all things art and her commitment to creating meaningful pieces make her a wonderful addition to our team.

Our Studio

Thanks for checking out Altered Ego!  Our tattoo studio is a little different than most, we operate more like a private studio and are by appointment only for tattoos and piercings, as well as consults and retail sales.  We love being able to focus only on our client during their time with us, and being by appointment only allows us to do this.  

We pride ourselves on providing our clients with an awesome tattoo or piercing experience.  Our studio is lovely, with an eclectic style of art, plants, and an amazing collection of beautiful things that our clients help to create. The atmosphere is very relaxed and comfortable, and our artists are friendly and knowledgeable.  With our in-person consultations, you’ll have a chance check out our studio and to sit down with your artist to chat about your ideas

We do request that all children under the age of 13 have alternate arrangements for care while a parent, guardian, or sibling are receiving their body modification.

All appointments can be booked through our website, and you can call and chat with Vince if you have questions about anything!