Advice

When discussing my tattoos with people I face several of the same questions, over and over. Obviously, the first one is, “Do they hurt?”—a question I personally hate to answer, as I have a pain…

Okay, so we all know tattoos aren’t cheap. They’re not like that old DVD you picked up out of the $3 bargain bin at Wal-Mart—you’re going to want to care for them PROPERLY. Most respectable…

If you’re a fresh canvas, meaning you currently have no tattoos, then I’m betting you’ve got some questions. The industry is complex, with many technical terms and unique style names, and it can be quite…

First, I would like to preface this article with one very important statement: I am not a doctor. While I’m sure that is a no-brainer, as it is probably pretty clear I’m just a writer…

Tipping… it’s an American standard in many industries. You know when you go to a restaurant that you’re supposed to tip your server. Hell, most establishments even show you a breakdown of tip percentages on…

Making the decision to ink a design onto your skin for the rest of your life is a big step. It’s a serious decision and shouldn’t be taken lightly. But, just as the decision to…

In every line of work, there are things we love doing and things we hate doing. Regardless of whether you truly enjoy your job, there will always be some task that just gets under your…

One thing most of us never think about when getting our ink is who actually owns the rights to it. It’s on your skin, so you do, right? Wrong. Believe it or not, just because…

Being tattooed is more than just a fashion statement—for most of us, it’s a way of life. So, when it comes to your special day, one of the most important days of your life, shouldn’t…

So you’re going to get your first—or next—tattoo! Woo! You’re all pumped, excited for the event. You’ve told all your friends and family, you’ve posted about it on social media, and that’s great! Your tattoo…