Ink Shrinks is closing...thank you for your patronage and support.

“As I look back over more thank a decade of business as Ink Shrinks Tattoo, I have to thank all my tattoo family for your support. It has been a blast with lots of laughter, tons of fun, maybe a little crying, but 1 thing is for sure, it was never boring. This may be the end of an era, but it is also the beginning of a new one.”

Thank you... Greg.

Greg is retired from tattooing.

Maggie Alt can be reached at Crazy Lady Ink in Shakopee (952) 445-3281.

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Name: Dini Sullivan.

Title: Manager.

Nickname: Currently it is Master of Minions (aka MoM).

You’re a new addition to the crayon box. What color would you be and why? Neon Green. It’s loud and obnoxious, which is so not like me, but I just love it and it makes me happy!
If a movie was made of your life what genre would it be, who would play you? Comedy (Have you met my husband?) and I want Kirsten Vangsness (“Penelope Garcia” from Criminal Minds) to play me.
If you could be any flavor of ice cream what ice cream flavor would you be and why? I would be Dairy Queen Vanilla soft serve with toppings, because I would taste AMAZING!!!
What is something you have on your “bucket” list? I really want to go deep sea fishing.
If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go and why? When I was in grade school did research on Australia and I have wanted to visit ever since.
What is the strangest thing you’ve ever eaten? I ate fried squid, after we dissected it in my middle school Science class. EW!
What is the worst job you could have? Any place that compromises my integrity.
If you were stranded on a tropical island what two things would you want with you? I would want a good book and a genie.
What compliment do people give you the most? I am a great problem solver.
If you could be any animal in the world, what animal would you be and why? I would be a Grizzly Bear. They don’t have a lot of enemies, they are great fishermen, they are strong climbers, swimmers, and get to sleep for months at a time!
What is your favorite art medium and why? I prefer the good old fashioned pencil; it’s precise.
What is your favorite movie quote? “You guys made me ink” from Finding Nemo.
Who is your favorite director or author? I have a few as reading is my favorite past time. I love Patricia Briggs, JR Ward, Kresley Cole, and Gena Showalter to name a few.
What would your perfect murder weapon be and why? I would say mind control, since all murders would look like suicides and not be traced back to me.
Money is no object; what do you do first? I would pay off student loans.
What traits do you look for in a friend? Honesty and a good sense of humor are critical for us to be friends.
You’re on death row; what is your last meal? OMGosh, it would be Dairy Queen ice cream, of course!
If you could improve your state/country in one way, what would you do? I would reform our education system.
What is your favorite art form and why? I love the clean lines and simplicity of Mid-Century modern designs.
What makes you unique? My integrity.
What is the background on your cell phone? It changes with the seasons or my mood, so monthly, weekly, daily, oh hell even hourly somedays.
What languages do you know/speak? I speak English and know American Sign Language.

Name: Greg

Nickname: Tat2

Started tattooing: 2001

When did you become interested in art? At birth.
You’re a new addition to the crayon box. What color would you be and why? Blood red, because I killed all the other crayons.
If a movie was made of your life what genre would it be, who would play you? Comedy and Jim Carey.
If you could be any flavor of ice cream what ice cream flavor would you be and why? Bacon, because why not!?!
What is something you have on your “bucket” list? Tattooing someone famous.
If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go and why? Hawaii, it’s just someplace I’ve always wanted to go.
What is the worst job you could have? Anything in corporate America.
Who is your favorite artist? M. C. Escher.
What TV sitcom family would you be a member of? The Brady Bunch.
If you were stranded on a tropical island what 2 things would you want with you? The internet and my gaming system.
What compliment do people give you the most? “Hey, Nice head!”
If you could be any animal in the world, what animal would you be and why? An eagle, so I could fly anywhere.
What is your favorite art medium (tattoos excluded) and why? Yes, have you ever arted?
What is your favorite movie quote? “May I pet your dog? Aaalllrighty then. Ow bow wow wow wow.” By Jim Carey in Ace Ventura, Pet Detective.
What would your perfect murder weapon be and why? Nuclear bomb so my enemies would glow.
Money is no object; what do you do first? Uh, buy stuff!?
What traits do you look for in a friend? Humor and they have to be Real.
You’re on death row; what is your last meal? Bacon and eggs, made by my mom.
What is your favorite art form and why? Fantasy because it can be anything.
What makes you unique? That I spell it, uneek!
What is the background on your cell phone? A Deadpool Punisher.
What languages do you know/speak? English and ASL.
There are no rules or repercussions; what is the first thing you do? Buy a jet.

Name: Megan

Nickname: Meg

Started tattooing: 2016

When did you become interested in art? I’ve loved art ever since I was a child.
You’re a new addition to the crayon box. What color would you be and why? I can’t just pick on color. I’m the whole box.
If a movie was made of your life what genre would it be, who would play you? Science Fiction and casting has yet to be decided.
If you could be any flavor of ice cream what ice cream flavor would you be and why? I don’t like ice cream!!
What is something you have on your “bucket” list? Scuba diving at the great barrier reef.
If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go and why? I would go to Peru to see Machu Picchu. It’s another thing from my bucket list.
What is the strangest thing you’ve ever eaten? Bull testicles and hooves and they were GROSS!
What is the worst job you could have? Someplace without windows.
Who is your favorite artist? Salvador Dali and Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio.
What TV sitcom family would you be a member of? Shameless, the Gallagher’s.
If you were stranded on a tropical island what 2 things would you want with you? My ukulele and a machete.
What compliment do people give you the most? People like my eyes apparently.
If you could be any animal in the world, what animal would you be and why? An octopus or an owl, because why not!?!
What is your favorite medium (tattoos excluded) and why? Acrylic paints because it is easy to manipulate.
Who is your favorite director or author? Guillermo del Toro.
Money is no object; what do you do first? Travel somewhere tropical.
What traits do you look for in a friend? Do they like reptiles?
You’re on death row; what is your last meal? All the tacos, with lots of guacamole.
What is your favorite art form and why? Any form of painting because I can easily express my love for color.
What makes you unique? I’m really tall for a girl.
What is the background on your cell phone? A bunch of crystals.
What languages do you know/speak? English, Spanish, and American Sign Language.
There are no rules or repercussions; what is the first thing you do? Steal a baby panda from the zoo!

Name: Maggie Alt

Started tattooing: 2019

When did you become interested in art? When I was a child.
You’re a new addition to the crayon box. What color would you be and why? Purple, just because. 😊
If you could be any flavor of ice cream what ice cream flavor would you be and why? Cookie Dough because it is delicious.
What is something you have on your “bucket” list? Travel to Egypt.
If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go and why? Japan, because I am very interested in their art and to see where anime originated from.
Who is your favorite artist? Hayao Miyazaki – Ghibli Film Artist.
If you were stranded on a tropical island what 2 things would you want with you? A boat and a paddle.
If you could be any animal in the world, what animal would you be and why? Killer Whale, can kill a Great White Shark.
What is your favorite medium (tattoos excluded) and why? Acrylic Paint, easy to use and very versatile.
What is your favorite movie quote? “Enjoy the little things, Rule #32” - Zombieland.
Who is your favorite director or author? Hayao Miyazaki – Ghibli Films.
What is your favorite art form and why? Anime and cartoon work – fun to do!
What is the background on your cell phone? Kingdom Hearts.
What languages do you know/speak? English, some Spanish and very little Romanian.
There are no rules or repercussions; what is the first thing you do? Swim with Orca whales.

Name: Holly

Nickname: Mini-Megan

Started tattooing: 2013

When did you become interested in art? Noon central time.
You’re a new addition to the crayon box. What color would you be and why? Pruple. Because I can’t spell.
If a movie was made of your life what genre would it be, who would play you? Musical Comedy/science NON-FICTION/Thriller. I would play me. No one can play me like I can play me. Or Greg.
If you could be any flavor of ice cream what ice cream flavor would you be and why? Chicken noodle soup because I don’t speak with commas.
What is something you have on your “bucket” list? Visit all 50 states.
If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go and why? Ice Land looks pretty dope.
What is the strangest thing you’ve ever eaten? Beef. Ew.
What is the worst job you could have? School Teacher.
Who is your favorite artist? Sandwich artists.
What TV sitcom family would you be a member of? I don’t know about sitcoms but I would be in The Office for sure!
If you were stranded on a tropical island what 2 things would you want with you? My husband and my dog.
What compliment do people give you the most? How amazing my singing voice is OR that I am really put together.
If you could be any animal in the world, what animal would you be and why? A giraffe so that I can feel what it is like to be tall.
What is your favorite medium (tattoos excluded) and why? Charcoal because one line is never set in stone.
What is your favorite movie quote? “I’m not superstitious, but I am a little stitious.”
Who is your favorite director or author? I just watched a movie directed by John Krasinski recently that I liked.
What would your perfect murder weapon be and why? Cooked spaghetti… this requires no explanation. Obviously.
Money is no object; what do you do first? Pay off my house and cars, and then travel the country for like a year.
What traits do you look for in a friend? A pulse... I could really use a friend.
You’re on death row; what is your last meal? Dairy Queen.
If you could improve your state/country in one way, what would you do? Invent roads that never need to undergo construction ever again.
What is your favorite art form and why? Makeup. It’s fun!
What makes you unique? My akwardity.
What is the background on your cell phone? Lock screen is my puppy and my nephew puppy cuddling and my background is my husband and I from our engagement shoot.
What languages do you know/speak? English, but I speak a lot of it to make up for the fact that it’s the only one I know.
There are no rules or repercussions; what is the first thing you do? Make rules.