Inked Blog Archive
Inked Insights: Tattoo Techniques, Styles & Artist Interviews
From Childhood Curiosity to Tattoo Artist : An Interview with a Fine Line And PMU Tattoo Specialist
Meet Your Artist VERONICA RODRIGUES How did you first become interested in tattooing? Tattoos have always piqued my interest since I was a little girl. My fascination began after [...]
5 ways to protect your skin from the sun
How to Take Care of Your Tattoo in the Sun
Tattoo Trends 2025: Comebacks, New Styles & Ink Inspiration
Tattoo Trends to Watch in 2025: The Comebacks & The Newcomers Tattoos have always walked the line between art and identity, and in 2025, that line is getting more refined, [...]
Cancer Awareness Tattoos: Honoring Strength, Survival, and Hope
Cancer Awareness Tattoos: Meaningful Designs That Tell Your Story At Inked NYC, we know tattoos can be so much more than just designs on skin. For many, they’re living, breathing [...]
Want to Design a Tattoo Sleeve? Start Here.
How to Design a Tattoo Sleeve the Right Way Designing a tattoo sleeve is a big move — and a meaningful one. Whether you're ready to bring a full-arm concept [...]
Micro-Realism Tattoos: Everything You Need to Know
Micro-Realism Tattoos: What to Know About These Tiny Masterpieces It takes serious guts — and even more skill — to tattoo something the size of a quarter with the detail [...]
Color Theory in Tattooing: What Every Client Needs to Know
Why Is Color Theory in Tattooing so Important? Design matters. Placement too. But if you're not thinking about color, you're missing half the equation. Color (yes, we're including black and [...]
A History of Tattoos in New York City
The Ink Runs Deep: A Brief History of Tattoos in New York City New York City has always worn its culture on its sleeve — literally. From the early days [...]
Inked Olympians: Top 10 Tattooed Athletes Making a Mark
Olympians are known for their incredible athletic prowess, dedication, and the remarkable stories of perseverance and triumph they bring to the world stage. Many of these athletes also carry their [...]
Interview with a Talented Tattoo Artist Specializing in Realism and Portrait Tattoos
Meet Your Artist Deanna Barricella How did you first become interested in tattooing? I’ve been drawing and painting since I can remember. It wasn’t until I was 15 years old, [...]
10 Unique Tattoo Ideas for Couples
Celebrating Love
Top 20 Portrait Tattoos
What Makes Portrait Tattoos Special
