Bink Williams
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Bink, a Louisana native, opened Body Piercing by Bink in Tallahassee in 1994. He became an Association of Professional Piercers Member in 1996, when the health & safety organization was newly formed. Bink was an active body piercer for over 20 years.
He is also a Registered Nurse certified in palliative and hospice care. Bink currently maintains a private practice as a licensed massage therapist and licensed clinical social worker. He is a certified Neuromuscular Therapist and member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers. In his spare time he plays the fiddle and loves to garden and raise tiny goats with his wife, Andrea, on their farm in Sopchoppy. |
Meet Bink's Team
If you have questions about your jewelry or piercings, we'd love to help you find answers!
Contact us anytime. info@bodypiercingbybink.com
Contact us anytime. info@bodypiercingbybink.com
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Marina Pecorino
Marina (they/them) is a Tallahassee native. Like many, as a small child they had first lobe piercings done at a mall kiosk. Unfortunately, bad aftercare instructions and poor quality jewelry resulted in years of discomfort and irritation for the piercings. As a teen, Marina received second lobe piercings by Bink at his very first studio location, and life was forever changed. After high school, Marina became a Body Piercing by Bink regular, getting pierced frequently. In 2008, Marina was leaving a career as an elementary school teacher and was offered an apprenticeship with Bink. Their responsibilities quickly grew; soon they were managing the studio. Marina became a Business Member of the Association of Professional Piercers in 2009. They started volunteering at the APP Conference & Exposition and soon started volunteering for the organization year-round. In 2014, Marina was ready for another change and moved to the mountains of Montana for a summer of hiking and National Parks. When they came back to Tallahassee, Marina worked in the corporate world for a few years, but it didn't feel quite right. In 2016, they officially returned to the piercing industry as the Membership Administrator for the Association of Professional Piercers and a traveling guest piercer. At the beginning of 2019, Marina was invited to rejoin the Body Piercing by Bink family and couldn't be happier to be back where it all started. |
Ashley Reeves
Ashley moved to Tallahassee from Central Florida in 2009. Since then, the city has become her home; its people her friends, neighbors, and colleagues. One of Ashley's earliest Tallahassee memories is having her septum pierced by Bink. She was surprised by the painlessness of the procedure, and how at-ease the studio made her feel. It made such a good impression that she became a loyal client that day. When she heard Body Piercing by Bink was hiring years later, she jumped at the chance to apply. Ashley is proud and honored to be part of the crew here at one of her favorite locally owned businesses. She can't imagine a better job with better clients! She hopes to continue learning and growing in her role as a professional piercer, and upholding the standards of quality and professionalism that the shop has long offered Tallahassee. In the years since she began piercing, she has sought out further education. This includes an Applied Jewelry Professional diploma from the Gemological Institute of America; seminars given by the APP regarding diversified topics such as anatomy, technique, trauma informed body modification, and proper sterilization and sanitation procedures; and various other in-person classes, webinars, and discussions offered by fellow professional piercers. When she isn't piercing, Ashley loves playing with her cat, exploring the natural wonders of North Florida and beyond with her partner, and going to independent wrestling shows. |
Jess Zephyr
Jess has always been captivated by the world of body piercing and is elated to be pursuing the career they're so passionate about. They've spent several years behind the counter of tattoo and piercing shops, graduated from the Fakir Basic Body Piercing Intensive in 2014, and began apprenticing under Ashley and Phoebe in July of 2017. A jewelry maker and lifelong artist, Jess has an eye for combining different elements to create a cohesive final product, and loves helping clients achieve unique and attractive looks. You can also catch Jess around the local comedy scene as a stand-up comedian and curator of shows featuring the funniest and most inclusive voices in town. When they aren't fantasizing about jewelry or creating something new, they love to spend time exploring nature and cuddling with their furry family. |
Gabrielle Inez
Gabrielle joined the Bink’s family in May 2017 and entered their apprenticeship under Phoebe and Ashley in July 2018. They are a driven individual who enjoys the freedom of expression that piercing allows. Captivated by the variety of opportunities that piercing creates, Gabrielle works toward improving their skills everyday to maintain an environment that is both safe and fun. Gabrielle is a Licensed Massage Therapist and has an A.A. in nutrition science. Gabrielle utilizes their knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology to offer suggestions on jewelry placement. They are passionate about providing thorough aftercare information and helping to educate clients about the importance of having quality jewelry living in their piercings. In their spare time, Gabrielle gardens, reads, and performs within the LGBTQ+ community. Come by the shop and let their infectious energy brighten your day. |
Tim Couch
Tim has a long-standing passion for the body modification industry. Originally from Newport Beach, California, Tim moved to Florida with his family and jumped head first into the industry as soon as he could. Inspired by his work in various tattoo and piercing studios, Tim started his own personal-assistant business with the intention of providing industry-specific support to owners of body modification businesses. Tim’s goal is to provide the best possible service to clients, piercers, and studio managers. He is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at Florida State University in Athletic Training with a focus in Physical Therapy. In his spare time, he enjoys board games and craft beverages, always in search of the next great drink! |