Michael Crea, owner of Z-Edge Body Piercing & Tattoo in Sarasota, Florida, is a master piercer with over 26 years of experience. His career has taken him from the streets of New York City and New Jersey to Florida, with guest spots at conventions and studios across the country, including Colorado, Texas, Nevada, California, and Maryland. Crea’s expertise spans a wide range of piercings, from basic navels and nostrils to advanced procedures like microdermals, genital piercings, and corsets. He is known for his ability to work with clients of all ages, from six months old to those in their eighties and nineties.
In addition to his piercing prowess, Crea is deeply committed to education and safety in the body art industry. Holding multiple degrees, including a Master’s in Environmental Technology & Management and a Graduate Certificate in Infection Control from USF, Crea is a leading voice in the field. He teaches the Florida State Body Piercing Education class for the Florida Department of Health, offers private lessons, and serves as a consultant to the industry. As an Executive Director and Past President of the Florida Environmental Health Association (FEHA), and a member of several national committees, including the NEHA Body Art Model Code Committee, Crea actively shapes the future of body art safety standards. Outside of his professional commitments, he is an American Heart Association Basic Life Support instructor and an active Boy Scouts of America Assistant Scoutmaster & Unit Commissioner. When you choose Michael Crea, you are selecting a professional who prioritizes experience, safety, and sterile techniques in every piercing.
