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Surrealism tattoo artist Kasey "Gonzo" Gonzalez shares his top 5 tips for tattooing realistically in black and gray.
Dan Lorenzo chats with award-winning tattoo artist, Julia Carlson, about her strengths in artistry and motherhood.
Tattoo artist Katie McGowan weighs in on being a female artist, reflects on her time on Ink Master, and chats about the importance of exercise and camping!
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Ink Master's Season 7 winner Anthony Michaels is a phenomenal tattoo artist. Despite the fact he won $100,000 on a reality TV show filled with grandiose egos, Michaels is soft...
Ink Master Season 8 finalist, Christian Buckingham chats with Dan Lorenzo on the BS that comes with reality TV and more.
Check out which tattoo machines made the cut as "best of the best" this past year. Then discover which one works best for you.
Your skills are leveling up, but your gear could be holding you back from your real potential. Here are 5 clear signs that your tattoo setup needs an upgrade.
Wondering what causes tattoo blowouts? Here are 8 common reasons and simple ways to prevent them.
Let's find the best black tattoo ink for you. Learn more about the top 5 best black inks for lining, shading, and more.
Learn what to tell your clients about piercing aftercare (and how to get them to actually listen). Plus, a full breakdown of healing times for common piercings, including ear, nose, belly button, and nipple.
If you're looking into trying gold industrial barbell jewelry, you've come to the right place. Check out all the ways you can style and care for gold industrial jewelry.
Don't settle for shaky lines. Master your voltage, hand speed, and gear to get crispy work every time. Get the pro tips you need to keep your line work bold, clean, and solid.
Bad habits can quietly wreck your tattoos. This guide breaks down 10 common technique mistakes and how to fix them now, so you can get better-healed results.
If you’re opening a tattoo shop, you should find gloves you like. Learn the factors you should take into consideration when choosing tattoo gloves. Read more.
