Gothic-Inspired Lobe Piercings | Visions Tattoo Gallery

Gothic lobe piercings by Chris Shipman at Visions Tattoo Gallery in Medway, MA, featuring slasher daggers and black Onyx coffin jewelry by BVLA.

Some ear curations make a statement without needing to shout—and this striking lobe setup by Chris Shipman, Senior Piercer at Visions Tattoo, Piercing & Art Gallery in Medway, Massachusetts, takes a decidedly darker approach.

This custom lobe piercing combination pairs slasher-style dagger jewelry with dramatic black Onyx coffin jewelry by BVLA (Body Vision Los Angeles),  creating an ear aesthetic that feels equal parts gothic, sinister, and beautifully refined.

Gothic Ear Curation with a Sharp Edge

For this setup, the dagger motifs introduce an unmistakable horror-inspired character. Their elongated silhouettes create visual movement down the ear, while the dark coffin-shaped Onyx jewelry adds a bold geometric counterpoint.

Rather than treating each piercing as an isolated piece, Chris can approach an ear as a composition—considering anatomy, spacing, jewelry scale, proportions, and the client's personal aesthetic when planning placement.

That approach is particularly effective for clients drawn to alternative, gothic, horror, metal, or dark-fantasy-inspired jewelry.

Slasher Daggers + Black Onyx Coffins

The combination of dagger-shaped jewelry and black Onyx coffin pieces creates an aesthetic that feels perfectly suited to someone who wants their jewelry to have personality.

The dagger elements provide a recognizable slasher-inspired motif, while the black Onyx creates depth and contrast against the natural warmth of the skin.

This is where fine body jewelry can become more than an accessory. A thoughtfully planned ear can function almost like a miniature piece of wearable art.

Professional Lobe Piercing in Medway, Massachusetts

Chris Shipman is the Senior Piercer at Visions Tattoo, Piercing & Art Gallery and has more than 18 years of professional piercing experience. His work emphasizes individualized placement, technical precision, anatomy, and creating a piercing experience that feels personal rather than rushed.

Visions is an appointment-based tattoo and piercing studio located at 133 Main Street in Medway, Massachusetts, serving clients from Medway, Milford, Franklin, Holliston, Millis, Norfolk County, MetroWest, Greater Boston, and surrounding Central Massachusetts communities.

The studio offers professional piercing along with a curated selection of fine body jewelry, including solid gold and implant-grade titanium options.

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