Inked Insights
Halloween-Themed Tattoos: Spooky Season Ink Ideas
Halloween Themed Tattoos: Inspo for Your Ink This Spooky Season New York in October just hits different. The air gets crisp, the stoops fill with carved pumpkins, and the chairs at our Manhattan studio start [...]
The Tattooist Act: Tattoos in South Korea Enter a New Era
The Tattooist Act: A New Era for Tattoos in South Korea Major news out of South Korea: tattooing by non-medical professionals is now officially legal. For decades, tattoo artists there created in the shadows, criminalized [...]
Tattoo Placement Guide: How to Choose the Best Spot
Tattoo Placement 101: Finding the Right Spot for Your Ink So, you’ve finally decided to get that tattoo you’ve been dreaming about. Maybe it’s your first, maybe you’re adding to an already impressive collection. Either [...]
Tattoo Touch-Ups: When Should You Get One?
Tattoo Touch-Ups: A Guide to Keeping Your Ink Looking Fresh Tattoos are permanent. That's the whole point. But permanent doesn't always mean untouchable. Skin changes, sun exposure, and even the way your body heals can [...]
Realism Tattoos: A Guide to Hyper-Detailed Ink
What Are Realism Tattoos? A Guide to Hyper-Detailed Ink Walk into any art gallery, and you’ll see works of painting, photography, and fine art designed to capture reality. Now imagine that same level of detail [...]
A Style Guide to Black & Grey Tattoos
Black & Grey Tattoos: What Are They, Exactly? When most people picture a tattoo, it isn’t bright colors or cartoon flash. It’s the striking contrast of black ink and skin. Born out of limited materials [...]
How Do Tattoos Work? The Science of Tattooing
How Do Tattoos Work? Understanding The Science Behind Your Ink You probably understand how tattooing works on the surface: a machine drives needles into the skin, leaving pigment behind. But what actually happens as the [...]
Should You Get a Hand Tattoo? Pros, Cons & Design Tips
Should You Get a Hand Tattoo? Here's What to Consider. Few tattoos make a statement quite like those on your hands. They’re impossible to miss, and they have a certain edge that’s made them both [...]
Fine-Line Tattoos: Should You Get One?
Are Fine-Line Tattoos Right for You?If you’ve spent any time scrolling through tattoo inspiration on Instagram or Pinterest in the past year, there's a good chance you’ve come across a fine-line tattoo. This style has [...]
Advice for Your First Tattoo: Tips & Guidance
That first tattoo is a big deal. You’re making a permanent addition to your skin, and whether it’s a tiny symbol on your ankle or a bold statement on your forearm, you want it done [...]
American Traditional Tattoos: The Ultimate Style Guide
Everything You Need to Know About American Traditional Tattoos If you’ve ever flipped through a flash sheet or spotted a bold dagger on someone’s forearm, chances are you’ve already met American traditional tattoos. Bold outlines [...]
Simple Meaningful Tattoos to Celebrate Sisters Day
Simple, Meaningful Tattoos for Sisters Day Sisters: the original best friend, rival, and therapist all rolled into one chaotic package you wouldn't trade for anything. Maybe she’s your blood relative, or maybe she’s the ride-or-die [...]
