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Read in English Leer en Español Topical Anesthetics - What You Need to Know Topical anesthetics are typically used to numb the surface of the skin to relieve minor pain...
Rick Saveria's tattoo machine company, CTPS Saveria, has been hand-crafting premium tattoo machines in Argentina for over 37 years. The company is an industry leader that's widely recognized as the...
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Some people say that getting a tattoo is all about the pain, but there are plenty of people who desperately want a tattoo and hesitate because they're concerned about their...
Making a great living as an artist can be tough unless you're really well known and your art is highly sought after. Fortunately, whether you're a tattoo artist, a painter...
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Tattoo on the high seas by stepping aboard the Scarlet Lady. Learn more about Squid Ink, the first-ever tattoo studio on a ship by Virgin Voyages.
Meet 6 LGBTQ tattoo artists who are using their platforms to help the industry grow. Learn more to close out Pride month!
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Great news: tattoo conventions are making a comeback in 2021! Learn more and check out our interview with Troy Timpel.
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