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Becoming a guest tattoo artist is a great way to challenge yourself. Check out the pros of working as a guest artist + tips and more!
Tattoo shop owner Kasey Gonzalez talks about his shop Athens Tattoo Co. He chats about his values, experiences, and trials as a shop owner.
To own a successful tattoo shop, you have to be really great at two things: tattooing and marketing. Check out these tips on how to expertly market your tattoo shop!
There are plenty of tattoo chairs on the market, which is why we put together the ultimate tattoo artist chair buying guide to help equip your studio with the best.
In order to run a successful tattoo shop, you’ll need both business and tattoo supplies. Here's a list of the essentials that every shop owner should have.
To ensure your tattoo experience is life-changing in the best of ways, here's our handy guide for finding the ideal tattoo studio and artist for you. Read 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.
