We have started talking about the process of getting a tattoo from start to finish. This is to show you the exact steps from start to finish so that if you are thinking of getting a tattoo, you know exactly what to start. Last time we talked about how an artist prepares for [...]

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It seems like there is a do it yourself kit for just about everything these days, and now tattoo kits are no exception. Tattoo kits are cropping up on the Internet for less than $200 and this is posing a risk to the general population as, can you really trust yourself to do something as [...]

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Henna tattoos can be a great alternative for those that are considering getting a tattoo but are nervous about how they will look, or how long they will be on their skin. Henna tattoos look very much like actual tattoos but they generally only last about three weeks. They are also good alternatives for those [...]

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Pregnant women are continuously finding new ways to commemorate and celebrate the very special time in their lives when they carry their unborn child. Along with trends such as belly casts, women are starting to consider getting tattoos to celebrate and forever remember those nine special months. However, because of the possible safety issues, some [...]

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In this day and age, tattoos of all varieties and for any location on the body are becoming more and more popular. In fact, the more creative that tattoo in both design and location, the more appealing it seems to be. For this reason, many people are choosing to get a tattoo on their hand. [...]

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It wasn’t that long ago when tattoos in the NBA were somewhat frowned upon. The league had wishes of clean-cut boys playing for the hoops, and, while it wasn’t exactly ‘illegal’ in terms of NBA policies, it just wasn’t done.
The NBA is a different league today. Now, more than 75% of NBA players have one [...]

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There is some debate over the risks involved when getting a tattoo whilst pregnant. After some research, it seems like it is very unlikely any respectable and caring tattoo artist will be willing to tattoo you if you are carrying an unborn child.

Several artists commented on the possible risks, including premature labour, shock, infection and [...]

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Erie County has announced today that they’re human branding is no longer allowed to be conducted at tattoo parlours in the area. The process, that involves heating a piece of metal and making a third degree, permanent burn, has been banned by the Board of Health members.

“We will notify establishments that they cannot continue branding [...]

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Many people, especially women who have had mastectomies or other invasive surgery, are electing just to do that.
The procedure, called scar tattooing, is still relatively uncommon, but more tattoo parlors and artists around the country are taking on the challenge, with increasingly imaginative results. The process is not without risks, but those who have received [...]

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Back in December 2007 we showcased a cowgirl tattoo with 3d breasts created using silicone implants. Lane Jensen, the owner of the unique piece of bodyart, quickly realised this wasn’t the best idea.

After two weeks, the Edmonton tattoo artist’s body rejected the implants and by Christmas Eve, the sutures split and a litre of lymphatic [...]

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