We’ve all seen it: tattoos that look smudged or blurry; lines that bleed into each other and can leave a tattoo looking unprofessional at best, and completely ruined at worst. This tattoo complication is known as “blowout” and it is no one’s friend. Read on to learn more about tattoo blowout, how it looks on skin and why it occurs....
Leo is the fifth sign of the Zodiac, following Aries, Taurus, Gemini, and Cancer. Leos are ruled by the sun and the element of fire. The various Leo symbols make tremendous tattoo designs. Originally, the Leo constellation was deciphered to be the shape of lion by early astrologers and star gazers. Time has passed and the Zodiac is used more often in everyday life –...
Take a closer look at the life and ink of legendary American tattoo artist Norman 'Sailor Jerry' Collins, the godfather of modern American tattooing. Norman “Sailor Jerry” Jerry Collins defines American traditional tattoo. His groundbreaking flash designs and tattoo art were influenced by Sailor Jerry’s colorful life and the experiences those visiting his Honolulu studio looked to permanently remember. Sailor...
“How Far is Tattoo Far?” is an extreme reality TV show about tattoos that many have suggested is fake. It's a real television show with real tattoo artists, subjects, and results. Is How Far is Tattoo Far fake news, or is it real? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jordan “Dollarz Tatu” (@dollarztatu) on Oct 26, 2018...
The Halo franchise is one of XBox gaming’s most popular ever titles and a tremendous tattoo concept. Learn more about Halo tattoos and explore the symbolism for wearers inking their favorite parts from the world of the iconic shooter. Each Halo installment is a killer game. The franchise must be considered a true contender for the title of best console franchise. The Halo games alone have grossed over $3 bn in game sales alone, and the Halo Universe spans 5 games and their add-ons, multiple best-selling novels, graphic novels, comic books, movies and even an animated feature film. The...
Studio Ghibli animation and film studio released Princess Mononoke to US audiences in 1999. The critically acclaimed feature is a standard bearer for award winning director Hayao Miyazaki on the world stage and popular choice for vivid, innovative displays of tattoo art. Princess Mononoke centers on the adventures of the noble Prince Ashitaka as he journeys to the west to undo a deadly curse inflicted upon him by Nago, a boar god turned...
The unicorn is one of civilization’s most popular and enduring mythological creatures. In an unprecedented era of tattoo creativity, the horned is used to represent innocence, grace, magic and mystique. Unicorns were first described by the Greek historian Ctesias when he chronicled the distant land of the Indus Valley Civilization in the Fifth Century BC. They were described as an “Indian ass” with cloven hooves and a single horn in the center of its head, curved and spiraling to a sharp point. The Ancient...
Rapper Cardi B is known for her no holds barred delivery and commitment to authenticity. Check out some of her most prominent tattoo and the reasons behind them. These days, with the opportunity for instantaneous communication around the globe thanks to the internet, a regular person can become a true overnight sensation, working a regular job one day and becoming viral sensations the next. Cardi B is the...
After a rocky beginning in LA with the Lakers, Lonzo Ball now throw lobs to Zion for the New Orleans Pelicans as part of one of the NBA’s most exciting teams. Check out the rising NBA star’s ink collection and find out what the tattoos mean to him. As tattoos continue to gain popularity among old and young alike, many...
A talented tattoo artist most famous for her role on TLC series Miami Ink and LA Ink, there is much more to Kat Von D than just a TV show. In our current world of reality TV, social media influencers and viral videos fame is within reach of everyone, from video game bloggers to tattoo artists. One of the most famous and successful of these...
