The team at The Piercing Urge are all highly trained to provide the highest quality body art services available in Australia. Bloodborne pathogens, first aid, sterilisation and aseptic techniques are just some of the aspects our staff are educated in. Our friendly piercers are also incredibly well versed in many different modern and comfortable body piercing techniques and are regularly engaged in continuous learning and professional development to keep their education and training up to date.
The Piercing Urge team are ready to guide you through your experience every step of the way. We understand that getting a piercing can be a daunting process and can help you through any pre-piercing stress or nerves with understanding and compassion. We will also provide expert advice, and the ongoing support that you need to ensure your piercing heals smoothly and comfortably.
Suzanne
(she/her) | Studio Owner, Manager & Body Piercer | @piercersuzanne
With clear understanding this was her lifelong passion, Suzanne embarked on her journey into the body piercing industry in 2012, immediately following her graduation from high school. Her commitment led her to The Piercing Urge in 2015, where she has now become a highly respected figure within Melbourne's and Australia's body piercing community.
Driven by her passion for health, safety, and education, Suzanne integrates these principles into her practice. Her approach encompasses a wealth of knowledge, guiding clients through considerations ranging from jewellery selection to precise anatomical placement and adept troubleshooting.
Specialising in advanced body piercing, Suzanne demonstrates proficiency in procedures such as genital piercing across diverse genders and anatomies, as well as executing large gauge and unconventional placements. Additionally, she thoroughly enjoys curating and styling ears, empowering individuals to express their unique aesthetic.
Beyond her contributions at The Piercing Urge, Suzanne extends her passion for body piercing to the broader community. Serving on the Board of Directors for the Australasian United Professional Piercers (The AUPP) since 2020, she plays a pivotal role in orchestrating industry-specific educational endeavours, including an annual conference. Recently, she assumed a volunteer position on the Association of Professional Piercers' (The APP) Medical Committee and dedicated her time to assisting with the Body Jewelry Verification Program.
Suzanne's commitment to education extends far beyond her own practice. She has devoted numerous years to mentoring and nurturing the talents of other piercers, many of whom now thrive alongside her at The Piercing Urge. Furthermore, she has developed educational presentations for industry professionals at national and international conferences, sharing her expertise and fostering continuous growth within the field.
After more than five years of managing the studio, Suzanne assumed the role of owner and director of The Piercing Urge in 2023. She embraces this opportunity with enthusiasm, excited to uphold the legacy of Melbourne's most esteemed body piercing establishment. Suzanne is deeply committed to preserving the studio's rich history while ushering it into a vibrant new chapter.
Eloise
(she/her) | Assistant Manager & Body Piercer | @piercedheartt
Beginning her piercing career in early 2012, Eloise has been a familiar face at The Piercing Urge since 2015, known for her gentle hands and a soft touch. Eloise utilises a holistic approach to ensure that each individual has a piercing and aftercare experience that is tailored to them based on their lifestyle, aesthetic preferences, unique anatomy, individual style and budget.
She specialises in ear styling, jewellery curation, children’s earlobes, vulva piercings, and is adapt at catering to folks who may be anxious or first-time piercing clients. Eloise has experience in facilitating a safe and comfortable environments for clients who have additional sensory considerations and needs.
Celebrating an expansive history in the body piercing industry, Eloise has collaborated in designing a number of unique jewellery pieces with BVLA, been published in industry publication The Point for their Women in Piercing edition, and attended the international APP Safe Piercing conference in Las Vegas; taking classes including Trauma Informed Body Modification, Grounding & Bedside Manner and The Magic of Body Piercing.
Aside from piercing, Eloise is passionate about cooking, live music, making art, exploring nature, all things ooky, spooky, creepy or crawly, and is a sucker for a good pun. Show her your pet photos and you’ll be best friends forever!
Darion
(she/her) | Body Piercer | @piercingsbydarion
In 2017 Darion walked into a tattoo studio looking for a tattoo apprenticeship, and was instead offered a job as a body piercer. At the time she didn't realise that piercing was an option for a career path, but she quickly fell in love with it. Darion loves helping people express themselves through piercing and empowering them to look the way they want. She throughly enjoys being creative, putting together jewellery sets and precise placements to accentuate the natural flow of the body. Darion loves plants and nature, and is also an animal lover who will instantly become your friend if you share dog videos.
Frankie
(they/she) | Body Piercer | @frankenstab
In early 2017 Frankie saw a studio in Sydney advertising for a piercing apprenticeship, and she immediately moved out of home to pursue it. As a teenager, body piercing made Frankie feel good about themself. It gave them confidence in their own skin and the ability to control how they looked. Because of her own experience, Frankie loves being able to share moments like this with her own clients, especially those who haven't gotten many piercings yet. They also enjoy many other forms of art such as painting, drawing and digital art.
Siobhan
(she/her) | Counter Staff | @antihighpiercetess
Originally captivated by minimal body piercing designs and how piercing is a beautiful expression and creation of self, Siobhan began a career in the body piercing industry in 2019. Over time her love for piercing and jewellery has grown through different jewellery trends and the ability to create custom designs and match piercings to your style. Siobhan joined The Piercing Urge in 2022 as part of our counter staff, continuing her involvement in the industry by being a comforting and guiding part of your piercing journey. She also handles a lot of behind-the-scenes tasks, but enjoys collaborating with your piercer and assisting you to find the perfect piece of jewellery from our amazing selection.
Adam
(he/him/they/them) | Body Piercer | @cheezy_piercing
In his early 20's, Adam was on a school excursion at a science lab where he was bitten by a radioactive piercer. Instead of getting sick like one would expect, he developed super-powers such as "eye for detail," "ear styling," and the ever useful "piercer-sense." Not yet understanding his powers, Adam kept them quiet until the fateful day he saw his Uncle Ben shot and killed with a piercing gun. Knowing that with great power comes great responsibility, from that day Adam vowed to use his powers for good and has been battling unsafe piercing practices and non-aesthetically pleasing piercings all across Australia ever since.
Adam has been piercing since 2008 and with international experience, your safety and satisfaction are always the top priority.
Lola
(she/her) | Counter Staff | @creaturefromthecounter
Lola joined the team in late 2022 as part of our counter staff team. She has a particular soft spot for large gauge jewellery and children’s piercings, and is always happy to assist those a little nervous about their appointment by putting their nerves at ease and ensuring they are informed, comfortable, and excited about their new piercing!
You can also catch her scurrying around behind the scenes, darting in and out of the shadows cleaning, and assisting the piercers. She is our local cryptid and always happy to help you find your next perfect piece. (Just make sure not to feed her after midnight or spill any water on her.)
Aidan
(they/them) | Body Piercer | @adornedbyaidan
Piercing professionally since 2015, Aidan has been a valued member of The Piercing Urge team since 2023. To further enhance an already impressive skill set, Aidan has undertaken formal study in Nursing, Gemmology and training in fine jewelry production.
Aidan is a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of anatomy, piercing aftercare and Jewellery design. With a keen eye for detail and styling, Aidan takes great care in selecting that perfect piece/s of jewelry and piercing placement for maximum wow factor. For those wanting to explore or further define their personal style and taste in jewelry, Aidan provides an experience like no other.
Mallory
(they/them) | Body Piercer | @piercedbymallory
Having always been drawn to body piercing, Mallory spent all of their teenage years getting pierced as an act of rebellion. Body piercing as a career was something they had considered, however not really pursued until they were scouted for a job in a piercing establishment. Since beginning their professional piercing career in mid 2022, Mallory has enjoyed it so much they packed up and moved across the country to join The Piercing Urge team in late 2023. Mallory has so much fun doing body piercing, and really enjoys being around like minded people in a community they really feel they fit into.
Kahlil
(he/they) | Apprentice Body Piercer | @demon_daiths
After spending over a year actively and patiently trying to get an apprenticeship at The Piercing Urge, Kahlil finally joined the team and began their apprenticeship in late 2023. Initially drawn into body piercing by sparkly jewels and a lust for blood, Kahlil soon realised there was so much more to the profession. They are fascinated to learn about all aspects of piercing, such as anatomy and sterilisation, and passionately interested in keeping up to date with the latest technology and practises. Kahlil has a deep appreciation for body piercing being an ancient practise as old as human civilisation. They are very drawn to 90s esque body piercing styles, and genuinely cannot wait to facilitate peoples piercing dreams..