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Meet The Koa Studio

I started The Koa Studio with one belief: beauty should never feel transactional. You’re not just an appointment — you’re a person with a story, a reason for being here, and a journey I truly care about.

 

As a solo artist, I take the time to understand your life, your goals, and the “why” behind your visit before I ever begin a service. Whether you’re simplifying your routine, navigating hair loss or medical changes, or hoping to restore something you’ve lost, you deserve to feel supported every step of the way.

 

At The Koa Studio, precision artistry meets compassion. My work is intentional, natural, and rooted in helping you feel more like yourself — confident, comfortable, and whole. Because of this personalized approach, all appointments are application-only, ensuring that every client receives the time, care, and attention they deserve.

 

This is a place where beauty is personal, and connection matters.

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Why Koa?

Before becoming a cosmetic and paramedical tattoo artist, I lived in Hawaii- a place that changed the way I see beauty, healing and resilience. The word Koa in Hawaiian means warrior- brave, bold and fearless. 

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That meaning stayed with me long after I moved back to Maryland. I saw that same warrior spirit in women I work with every day: navigating major life changes, cancer, alopecia, recovering from medical procedures, healing from hair loss or simply wanting to feel like themselves again. 

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The Koa Studio is named in honor of that strength. 

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It's a reminder that you can be soft and strong, vulnerable and powerful- all at the same time. 

Hi I am Kieran...

I’m the founder of Koa Studio, but first and foremost, I’m a mom of three who knows how challenging it can be to juggle life and still want to feel like yourself. My philosophy is less is more—enhancing your natural features so you look refreshed, confident, and effortlessly put-together. With over 8 years of experience and 15+ advanced trainings, I specialize in cosmetic and paramedical tattooing that goes beyond aesthetics. Whether you’re navigating big life changes, healing from medical procedures, or simply want to feel more like yourself, my goal is to help you regain confidence in a way that feels natural. Koa Studio is an exclusive, application-only studio, allowing me to dedicate the time, artistry, and attention to detail that every client deserves. Every appointment is tailored to you, with soft, refined results that feel authentically yours.

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What Sets Koa Apart from the rest?

15x Master Trained and Certified Artist with 8+ years experience.

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Amazing Healed Results- these are what actual matter and what you are paying for. ​

Vegan and Cruelty Free Products

In-depth consultation. You will know what to expect. 

Accepting Studio: No matter what walk of life you come from Koa is a safe space that does not discriminate or judge. 

Private Studio with convenient location, on site parking and elevator. Handicap Accessible.

100+ 5 Star Reviews- Google, Facebook, Yelp

Diverse pigment, can work on and match any skin color, skin type. 

Transparent prices. Perfecting sessions and aftercare products included in price. 

Not sure where to start, set up a Virtual Consultation now

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