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You see it advertised online: a huge tattoo convention is coming to your city, featuring hundreds of world-class tattoo artists. It's a thrilling opportunity, but the environment is a world away...

You're in love with the look of a black and grey realism tattoo. You're amazed by the smooth, soft, photorealistic shading that creates a sense of depth and dimension. But...

For every person with a passion for tattoo art, the ultimate dream is often to become a professional artist. But the path from a sketchbook to a tattoo machine is...

If you've spent time in a tattoo studio, you've probably seen your artist using a squirt bottle filled with a golden-green, soapy liquid throughout the session. This ubiquitous product is...

You're in the tattoo chair, and you hear it: the iconic, loud, buzzing sound that is the universal signal of a tattoo session beginning. That sound comes from a tattoo...

You're in a tattoo consultation, discussing a large, flowing piece like a sleeve or a back piece. Your artist mentions that for this to work perfectly with your body, they'd like...

You're dreaming of a new tattoo, but you carry a specific concern rooted in how your skin heals. If you are one of the many people who are prone to...

You're a smoker, and you're ready to get a new tattoo. You've prepared for the cost, the design, and the pain, but have you considered how your smoking habit might...

The decision to get a tattoo is a significant one, involving careful consideration of the design, artist, and placement. But for someone living with a bleeding disorder like hemophilia, the...

Getting a tattoo is a lifelong commitment, not just to the art, but to the permanent change you're making to your body. As tattoos have become more mainstream, so have...

Getting a tattoo is a major decision, and it's natural to have questions about the long-term health effects. Of all the concerns, one is more serious than any other: "Can tattoos...

You've just gotten a new tattoo, or you're planning on getting one. As you think about the process, a question that is both fascinating and a little unnerving might come...