Digital Revolution in Tattoo Design and Application
Tattooing, one of the oldest art forms practised by Egyptian mummies, Polynesian chieftains and that fellow at college who got rather too keen on the whole concept during freshers week, is undergoing what one might perhaps say was a kind of jolly good shake up. Nowadays, the modern tattoo parlour is much like a cross […]
Tattoo Cover-Up Masterclass: Turning Regrets into New Art
So here you are, looking at that tribal armband you got in 1997, or maybe the name of a person that makes you shudder when you catch a glimpse of it in the mirror. The first thing to know is that tattoo cover-ups have gone from some sort of desperate attempt to be discreet, to […]
Watercolor Tattoos: Will They Stand the Test of Time?
Watercolor tattoos are preoccupying the tattoo world like nothing else has ever done. The tattoo world will never be the same with these incredible works of art hitting the body art world. A new breed of body art lover is welcoming this new way of permanent body artworks, while traditionalists are hanging on to their […]
Skull Tattoo: Between Art and Culture
The skull tattoo age-old genre has come to signify at the point where Art, Death and Identity intersect—an awful lot of responsibility, now that you come to think about it, for half a dozen square inches of colored cutis. The figure possesses both the attributes of a universal symbol and of a personal one, according […]
Minimalist Tattoo Ideas: 50+ Elegant Timeless Designs
Trendy minimalist tattoos have become the face of understated self-expression. These tattoos showcase clean lines, precision details and a charming understatement that has a strong appeal to people that appreciate the simplicity of design and timeless style over a heavy shading or complexity. The Allure of Minimalist Tattoos The minimalist tattoo movement has flourished on […]
Custom Tattoos Vs. Non-Custom Tattoos
Tattoos have transcended mere body decoration to become a profound medium of personal storytelling. In the vibrant world of ink, two distinct paths are laid bare: custom tattoos and non-custom tattoos—each offering a unique journey of artistic self-expression. The Custom Tattoo: A Symphony of Personal Narrative Custom tattoos represent the pinnacle of personal artistic collaboration. […]
Tattoo Trends: What’s Hot in the Ink World
The bustling hum of tattoo machines fills the air in studios worldwide as we witness striking changes in body art preferences. Traditional designs like anchors and swallows have gracefully stepped aside, making room for their contemporary cousins – minimalist line drawings and watercolor splashes. Geometric patterns reign supreme in 2024, with hexagons, fractals, and sacred […]
Tattoo Blowout Guide: Causes, Prevention and Fixes
A tattoo blowout occurs when ink spreads beneath the skin’s surface, creating a fuzzy, blurred effect rather like watching BBC Four after someone’s sat on the remote control. It’s more like dropping a splash of ink onto a piece of tissue paper – the way it spreads outward, bleeding beyond its intended boundaries. That’s essentially […]
Tattoo Cover-Ups: Transforming Old Ink into New Masterpiece
Good heavens, dear readers! Who would have thought that in the span of a few decades, we’d witness such a dramatic shift in the perception of tattoos? Once the domain of sailors, convicts, and rebellious youth, these inky adornments have now become as commonplace as a well-tailored suit or a perfectly brewed cup of Earl […]
Colored tattoos on dark skin: what you need to know
Colored tattoos work well on black skin too! Social networks are full of images showcasing tattoos on light skin, but admiring works created on dark skin can be equally impressive. Skin and tattoo artist It is essential for the tattoo artist to be familiar with melanated skin and know how to create the right contrast […]
