Studio Blog
White Tattoos -Special Halloween Post
This blog was originally posted on Sabrina’s personal webpage, and can be viewed here. It has been reposted here with permission.HAPPY HALLOWEEN!Let’s talk about alternative line work inks and pigments. Traditionally, Tattoos are lined and shaded with black ink. This is an ancient technique, a cornerstone of tattooing, and typically it is non-negotiable. In the…
Capturing the Perfect Tattoo Photo: Tips for Stunning Shots
Whether you’re showcasing your new ink on social media or just want to document your tattoo journey, getting the right photo is key. Here’s how to make your healed tattoo pop in pictures! 1. Embrace Soft Natural Light Lighting can make or break a photo. Aim for soft, natural, indirect light (preferably outside) to avoid…
Numbing Creams and Tattoos: A Pain-Free Dream or Potential Pitfall?
Let’s face it—getting tattooed hurts! For many of us, that’s just part of the experience, but with the rise in popularity of numbing creams, the conversation around pain management has shifted. Are these creams a ticket to a pain-free experience, or are they opening a whole other can of worms? If you’ve ever thought about…
What is “Flash”?!
This blog is written by Sabrina. Click here to view original post. “Tattoo Flash” is a fairly popular and widely understood concept in the art community. Before I was a tattooer, I associated it with old school sheets of simple designs. Now, I know it can mean many things different to clients and artists, and…
5 Things NOT to do: Tattoos
This blog is written by Gabrielle Giannone from Leaninginblog You’re probably thinking, what on earth does this girl know about tattoos? Is she even a heavily tattooed person? The answer is no, as of now I only have what I would consider a few, but I have worked the front desk of tattoo shops since early…
4 Reasons to Choose Needle Piercing Over Gun Piercing
Body piercing has been around for over 5,000 years. In recent years, piercing using a piercing gun has become very popular in places like shopping malls. Some people go so far as to order their own off the Internet and pierce at home. Despite its popularity and convenience, it’s not the best option for piercing.…
Trustworthy Tattoo Inks – Know What’s Going in Your Body
There are so many brands of tattoo inks on the market. We’d like to think that all companies manufacturing them were ethical and safe. Unfortunately, there are inks out there on the market that aren’t up to the highest safety and quality standards. For instance, some inks manufactured in foreign countries may have lower safety…
Your First Tattoo: Tips and Tricks for the Best Possible Outcome!
If you’re thinking about getting your first tattoo, you’re probably wondering which design you should choose. You want to have “no ragrets” when you look at your tattoo every day for the rest of your life. There are so many options and styles out there. How do you find a tattoo that inspires you and…
6 Pro Tips for Young Artists
If you’re just starting out as an art student, or you just want to fine tune your art skills, we’ve compiled our best tips to help you make art part of your daily life so you can continue to create for years to come. Make a workspace for art – Having a special place in…
Tattoo Etiquette 101: 8 Tips For A Great Ink Experience
When you get a tattoo, it is a very personal process. Your artist is going to put art on your body that will be there for the rest of your life. You want that experience t o be as positive as possible for both of you, so you get your perfect tattoo and an artist…
5 Things to Think About When Getting Your First Tattoo
So you’ve decided to get your first tattoo. Congratulations! I’m sure you’ve heard horror stories of people’s first tattoo experiences, or seen regrettable tattoo decisions walking up and down the beach, so you want to learn from everyone else’s mistakes. You want to have a piece of art that’s all you and that will stand the…
