Snooki's first tattoo was her sexy winged leopard queen on her arm. Back in January she explained it's meaning, getting the ink after the Jersey Shore Season 6 and said "it represents being a strong independent woman." Recently, Snooki revealed an up-close Instagrammed picture of her first tattoo, allowing all the mama meatball lovers to see the detail ...

Are they or aren't they? The latest question on Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez whether or not they are reunited. Recently Selena Gomez was spotted in Oslo, Norway visiting Bieber on his "Believe" tour. Now to make matters even more serious, Justin Bieber is now rocking a fresh new tattoo of a Selena Gomez looking tattoo on his wrist- ...

Jessica Mascitti didn’t pick art; art picked her. “It wasn’t a choice,” she says. “I can’t do anything else.”

Matthew Amey brings “clean lines, solid color, and pain” to tattoos. He can also decorate more than people, having recently won Uncommon Good’s Wall Art Challenge.

LIZ COOK:  I think there are so many good tattooers and artists that it is hard to gain recognition in the industry, regardless of whether you’re male or female. You really have to not only be a good artist but you also have to be a good businessperson. It definitely comes down to networking and great teamwork.

“As a child I was obsessed with my best friend’s grandfather because he was the only person I knew who had tattoos!”

SOL REPUBLIC's Amps HD In-Ear Headphones are not your average earbuds. These buds have a uniquely knobbed shape, built to nestle snugly into your ear canal. Thanks to i6 Sound Engines, the HD Amps give you crisp vocals, warm bass and clear instrumentals. 

And if you're tired of hopelessly tangled cords, there's another bonus - a thin, flat ...

Matt Ahn embraces the universal nature of art. “My art is a reflection of all the styles I study and am influenced by, translated in my own way,” he says. “All art is connected somehow.”

Prepare for a night of beers, tattoos and bags.

On November 15, Inked will collaborate with Chrome and Horitoshi I to launch their newest collection of Japanese artwork-inspired bags. Grab a beer at Chrome's 238 Mulberry Street store from 7 to 11 P.M. and snag a tattoo aficionado's dream bag. Navy blue and black on the outside ...

In "Planet Ink," artist and writer Dale Rio takes on the Herculean task of finding the top 20 tattoo artists in the world - yes, in the whole world - and profiling them. Rio visits tattooists in countries like Denmark, Japan, Samoa, Brazil, and Malaysia, all the while painting a vast picture of the current tattoo climate. 

Rio's profiles highlight the ...

Taking from the old but propelling tattoo art forward, the neo-traditional inker uses his gift as a present to his clients and the world at large: “I feel like when I design a tattoo for someone, that’s my gift to them.”

Skater Spencer Nuzzi and Mishka are back once again, and this time with some visual aesthetics. Giving viewers another look into their Summer 2012 collection, they have perfectly used the skills of Nuzzi to highlight what the brand is all about. Shot by Cameron Sanchez with the background music from swag daddies Snoop Dogg and R. Kelly, this 2 minute ...

Oh yes, the title of this blog is exactly what it is about. Dennis Rodman has written a children's book. Now, I am not judging, because that is not what journalists do. I will give you the facts, and let you decide for yourself if you'll allow your children or future children to ready this story before bed ...

If you live in Oregon and have tattoos, the Salem Art Association wants you!

The organization's event, Project Space, is seeking people who would like their tattoos to be photographed for use during an upcoming installation. All photography taken will be free of charge and there are no appointments necessary.

Project Space will reveal the best tattoo images from ...

Jean Paul Gaultier is the first creative director to design cans for the collaboration kings, Diet Coke!  After the great public reception of the 'Night and Day' and 'Tattoo' bottles, Diet Coke/Coca-Cola light has graced the fashion guru with his own 'Night and Day' 330ml cans.

Embossed in the sexy lace and sailor stripes, these cans are sure to ...

Another day, another dollar - but you can still look good doing it.

Comedian Margaret Cho makes an appearance in the new tattoo book "Memoir: The Tattooed Portraits Series" by painter and tattoo artist Shawn Barber.

The paintings in the book are Barber's own, as he works as a full-time fine artist and teacher. He got into tattoo culture years ago, deciding to travel and meet other tattoo artists and learn from ...

Jenni "JWOWW" Farley, starlet of Snooki & Jwoww and Jersey Shore, has given INKED the exclusive look at her next tattoo sketch. When deciding on her tattoos, the former art student puts pen to paper and then brings the idea to her friend and college advisor Jon Squid at Twin Moon Tattoo in Queens, NY who tweaks the design and puts ...

French haute couture fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier, is giving the world a taste of ink with his new design of Diet Coke bottles, entitled "Tattoo." Being the creative director for Diet Coke, Gaultier was able to share his passion of body art with all consumers.

This is Jean Paul's third bottle design release, after taking over as creative ...

So we’ve already seen the first lovechild of the Marvel and Reebok union: the Spidey-inspired Insta Pump Fury sneaks, but the two companies are releasing a full summer line of footwear inspired by popular masked heroes. Designed by Anthony Petrie, each shoe sports unique tags, graphics and colors based on its respective hero’s costume design to make each ...

Multi-talented tattooist, painter and friend to many, Shawn Barber has done it again with the upcoming release of his third series book titled "Memoir: The Tattooed Portrait Series." 

The memoir documents Barber's perception of the modern world of tattoos, in which he explains what he see's through the use of oil paintings and other mediums. The 256-page hardcover ...

For those of you unfamiliar with the stick 'n' poke method, it is a tattoo process where a sewing needle is attached to a pen or pencil, wrapped in thread, dipped into India ink and then repeatedly poked into the skin until it is dark enough to show up.

Do it yourself methods are typically associated with jail, but they ...

Cell phone company Nokia has recently filed a patent for vibrating magnetic tattoos, proposing "a material attachable to skin [that is] capable of detecting a magnetic field and transferring a perceivable stimulus to the skin, wherein the perceivable stimulus [e.g. a vibration] relates to the magnetic field."

Pretty much what they are saying is that they are taking out ...

Tattoo Artist Joe Capobianco has announced the release of his 4th full color publication titled "Blood Puddin." The book features over 120 pages of "Gory Gals, Dark Dames, and Chilling Chicks." "Blood Puddin" is set to release March 2nd  will kick off Capobianco's five city book signing tour where he will make stops every where from Columbus, OH to ...

Saturday, Nov. 26th, tattoo artist and musician Dan Smith will be having a book signing of his new book "With the Light of Truth" at Sacred Gallery in SoHo, NYC.  The former LA Ink star brings a collection of straight-edge related tattoos, art and profiles from artists who have dedicated their straight-edge lifestyle to their artwork.

Los Angeles-based fashion label B:SCOTT lays out its new look book for Fall 2011 called "Every Man For Himself".  Having influences from street infused rebel styles, the label's seasonal line is giving a new perspective to fashion.  Keeping a casual look with an edge, B:SCOTT gives fashion gurus something to look forward to.

Most people know OK Go more for the choreographed treadmill work of their YouTube sensation video than their actual music. For the uninitiated: The L.A.-via-Chicago band build wild disco-jam pop songs that sound as if The Strokes were crammed through a Prince filter. On their latest, the drums are big, the bass slinky, and the vocals soaring. Start ...

Hello can anyone recommend agreat hawiian tribal tattoo artist in Connecticut, NY or Jersey area

Pleasure and Pain is currently located in Mississauga, Ontario and is expanding into the creative and artistic community of Liberty Village, Toronto.

The current shop has appointments booked until as far as December 2011. We are looking to hire new tattoo artists, piercers and apprentices to not only join our team, but to also join us in our movement to ...

Hello.  I am looking to get my first tattoo.  I have a design drawn out and am currently researching studios in the area.  Can anyone recommend a good shop in the Northern Virginia area?  So far I have checked out "Exposed Temptations" and "Handmade Tattoo" both in Manassas.  Does anyone have any feedback on these shops?

Thanks!  Mike

Hi! I'm new. Just call me Lou.

I got my first tattoo just 2 months ago and I love it no end.  I often forget it's there and when I see it again it I get a pleasant surprise.

I am a bibliophile and for my next tattoo I want a bookshelf on the inside of my right ...

I live in oklahoma and would like to know a good place to get a tattoo.

Pre order the Limited edition "Book of Nightmares" package by Avenged Sevenfold and be entered to win the  "Prize Of Evil: Black Ticket Contest".  5 winners will receive a signed lithograph by each member and 2 tickets to a show near you.  The "Book Of Nightmares" will include the full  "Nightmare album on CD.  Booklet featuring lyric sheet from the ...

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I would like to find a great artist in West Palm Beach,Jupiter,Lake Worth asap.

Please help if you know of any.Thank you

specializing in cartoon-color

I am looking for ideas for a new tattoo to commemorate the birth of our twins.  They are 9 months old now, and I would like to get something.  I am hitting a wall coming up with an idea for this.

Any help, especially with photos, is greatly appreciated!

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Hi there,

I'm looking for some wallpapers like this

http://lithiumpicnic.deviantart.com/art/Inked-Magazine-Ad-82937488

But not some cheap porn please, would be great if it had some art in it. like the pic above but in a more wallpaper like resolution (eg 1680x1050)

Thanks
Damo

Kat Von D

High Voltage Tattoo

February 02, 2009 4:00 PM

Signing

San Diego-Mission Valley - Borders
1072 Camino Del Rio N.
San Diego, CA 92108

Upon its 2007 debut, LA Ink was an immediate smash, becoming the number-one rated program on Discovery's TLC. Fans of LA Ink could not get enough of the show's charismatic star, Kat ...

Hello Inked world!

I'm David Garcia with DavidGarcia Photography.com and I would love to offer my photography services to any inked models.

Please feel free to check out some of my work and please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions.

Thank you

David Garcia ~

 "I love what I do , and do what I love Let ...

want to continue my back piece. always wanted to have a women do my next part. new to area. any help is great thanx

It is my great pleasure to announce the second annual Women's Tattoo Forum Art Show. This year is a special show for the founder of the Women's Tattoo Forum, Gypsy Jill. Please come and enjoy the beautiful artwork of the women tattoo artists of the Pacific Northwest.

Hosted By,

Gypsy Jill & Christy Brooker

Opening reception

November, 21st 2009 ...

Kia ora, everyone we have for your interest a new website to check out, Awesome galleries and online shopping.

Heres the link www.hetohuotewa.com We hope you enjoy your visit....

Please feel free to drop us a line or ask us any questions you may have....

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