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Inked Girl of the Week: Torrie Blake
This week's Inked Girl is the stunning, sensational and seductive Torrie Blake. She's a country cutie who loves nature, rock-and-roll and of course, tattoos! We've curated some of her sexiest sets, selfies and shots in the gallery below. Take a look at this babe and let us know ...read more
30 Festive 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' Tattoos
In 1993, "The Nightmare Before Christmas" debuted and gave us the best known Halloween/Christmas hybrid film. Directed by Henry Selick, who'd go on to create 1996's "James and the Giant Peach" and 2009's "Coraline," the stop-motion animated musical follows Jack Skellington, the ...read more
See NBA Star Markelle Fultz's 'Black Panther' Tattoo
Markelle Fultz, a guard for the Orlando Magic, recently took some time away from the court to get a beautiful tattoo tribute to Chadwick Boseman. It all seems fitting since tattoos are forever, just like Wakanda. For the art, Fultz turned to Orlando tattoo artist Roly T-Rex, who ...read more
Going Strong
Can you even have a sport without a great rivalry? Tyson vs. Holyfield. Red Sox vs. Yankees. Duke vs. North Carolina. When it comes to the World’s Strongest Man, no rivalry is as savage as the beef between Eddie Hall and Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson (You know him as The Mountain from ...read more
See Travis Barker's New Face Tattoo
Roses and tattoos have a lot in common. They're both incredibly beautiful. For both, the good ones tend to cost a lot of money. The only real difference is that if you're careful you can handle a rose with drawing blood, good luck trying to get a bloodless/painless tattoo. ...read more
25 Duck Tattoos That Aren't Lame
In the last few weeks, you've probably heard the phrase "lame duck" thrown around in conversation and on the news. If you're not familiar with this term, it refers to a president during their final period in office as they await their successor who's been elected. Right now, ...read more
Once Upon a Time There Were 15 Magical Tattoos
For centuries, parents have helped their children fall asleep through telling fairy tales before bed. And many of these fairy tales are stories that we still know and love today. Originating throughout England, Denmark, Germany and other nations, these stories have stood the ...read more
North Star
After years of catching our attention on social media, Lolo has finally made it to the pages of Inked. This tattooed beauty comes to us from Canada and truly is a North Star. Take a look at her stunning cover shoot with Donat Photo and let us know what you think of our January ...read more
Megan Fox Gets Tattoo Official With MGK
Sound the alarm, Megan Fox and MGK have taken their relationship to Stage 5—tattoo official! Before we go too much farther, allow us to explain the very complicated Relationship Stages devised by our slightly crazed editor. Stage 1 - Flirting and interest. Some would call this ...read more
Inked Girl of the Week: Inked Dani
This week's Inked Girl is the gorgeous Inked Dani. Dani is a lover of tattoos and Mustangs based in Munich, Germany with one hell of a collection. We've curated her sexiest shots, selfies and sets in the gallery below, take a peek at this week's Inked Girl and show her some love ...read more
25 Festive Thanksgiving Tattoos
While the truth behind The First Thanksgiving is pretty murky and very unlike the stories we heard in elementary school, many of us continue to observe the holiday as a time to spend with family and friends. And no matter where in the United States you celebrate, there are many ...read more
Bella Hadid Gets Two Sweet Tattoos
International supermodel Bella Hadid previously had a smattering of tattoos but, let's be honest, you needed to look very, very closely to catch a glimpse of them. Over the weekend, Hadid added two new pieces to her collection, and unlike the pair of angel wings tattooed on her ...read more
Meet the Dentist You'll Actually Want to Visit
Never before in history has a person been excited to go to the dentist, until now. Dr. Thomas Connelly has been working on the teeth of your favorite celebrities for years. And while patients left his office with smiles worth a million bucks, literally, they probably weren’t ...read more
25 Fantastic 'Bob's Burgers' Tattoos
On January 9th, 2011 the animated sitcom "Bob's Burgers" debuted on Fox and introduced audiences worldwide to the Belcher family. The Belcher family are the protagonists of the show and the patriarch, Bob, runs a burger restaurant. Bob is voiced by H. Jon Benjamin, who also ...read more
25+ Fabulous Trixie and Katya Tattoos
Back in 2015, two drag queens from opposite sides of the country met while competing on "RuPaul's Drag Race" and the world was never the same again. Those drag queens are of course, Trixie Mattel and Katya. While neither queen won their original season, they'd go on to become two ...read more
Sophie Turner Gets a Tiny Tattoo for Her Little One
Social media has programmed our celebrity-obsessed minds to expect every little beat in a celebrity's life to be broadcast for the world to see. Millions of followers expect to be able to live vicariously through every vacation to the Maldives, every magazine cover photoshoot ...read more
50+ Tattoos Based on '90s Toys Every Kid Wanted
The 1990s was a great decade to be a kid. First of all, no social media. Second, you had amazing movies like "The Parent Trap," "The Sandlot," "Home Alone" and "The Lion King" hit theaters. Third, the toys were incomparable. From Furbies to the Game Boy Color to Street Sharks, ...read more
Mickey and Minnie Mouse Tattoos
It all started with a mouse... When you look at the massive empire that Disney has become, it's easy to forget that a humble seven-minute-long animated feature called "Steamboat Willie" is where it all began. It's been 92 years since Mickey and Minnie Mouse made their first ...read more
20 Legendary 'Goodfellas' Tattoos
In 1990, director Martin Scorsese introduced audiences to one of the greatest gangster films of all time—"Goodfellas." "Goodfellas" tells the story of the rise and fall of mobster Henry Hill and was based on the 1985 true crime book, "Wiseguy: Life in the Mafia Family" by ...read more
Inked Scene: Cam Pohl
Cam Pohl was one of the breakout stars of the 12th season of “Ink Master,” proving that you don’t need to win it all in order to make it as a top tattooer. Since the season ended, he’s not only finessed his black-and-grey but also gained an understanding of his core strengths as ...read more
25 'The Godfather' Tattoos You Can't Refuse
In 1969, American author Mario Puzo published the crime novel "The Godfather," and introduced readers to the fictional Corleone mafia family of New York City. In 1972, his novel was adapted by Puzo and director Francis Ford Coppola, giving us "The Godfather" feature film that ...read more
55 Impressive 'Looney Tunes' Tattoos
In 1929, "Looney Tunes" conceived by Warner Bros. to compete against Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse cartoons and to promote their music. Throughout the long running series, as well as the sister cartoon "Merrie Melodies," Warner Bros. gave audiences some of the most beloved cartoon ...read more
Inked Girl of the Week: Tascha Punkt
This week's Inked Girl is the stunning, sensual and sensational Tascha Punkt. This beauty comes to us all the way from Saxony-Anhalt, Germany—but her curves are understood and appreciated on an international level. Take a look at this babe's hottest sets, selfies and shots in the ...read more
TimTheTatman on Pro Streaming, 'Call of Duty' and the Bear Lion Eagle
Who would have imagined that people could make a living by playing video games online? Certainly not TimTheTatman. Tim fell in love with gaming as a child and as he entered into adolescence, it became his passion. When the opportunity to stream full time presented itself, he went ...read more
Vanessa Hudgens Got a Tattoo Inspired By Her New Film
An astronomical amount of work goes into making a movie. It's everything you live and breathe for months, sometimes years, so it's natural that once everything is in the can you want to go out and celebrate. What better way to celebrate than getting a tattoo immortalizing the ...read more
Why I Regret My Friday the 13th Tattoos
When it comes to getting tattooed, 99.9% of my work is extremely thought out and very much planned. However, like many collectors, I have a handful of tattoos that I got on a whim during Friday the 13th events. Friday the 13th is an international holiday in the tattoo world, with ...read more
Jason Voorhees Tattoos for Friday the 13th
There was a time when the name Camp Crystal Lake didn't immediately send a shiver down your spine. Then the camp staff got distracted, stopped paying attention and accidentally allowed young Jason Voorhees to swim unattended. The worst possible scenario happened and young Jason ...read more
Inked Scene: Nicole Zulianello
Italian tattooer Nicole Zulianello discovered tattooing at any early age, 12 to be exact, and hasn’t looked back since. Today, she’s a heavy hitter in the style of New School and frequently brings to life the characters of Disney, Nickelodeon and anime onto skin. We spoke with ...read more
Discover Your Destiny with Tarot Card Tattoos
Tarot cards have been used for divination for centuries and today, many individuals continue to look to them for insight. Tattoo collectors from around the world have found an affinity to tarot reading and have developed special connections with specific cards. Take a look at our ...read more
Honoring Stan Lee With Marvel Comics Tattoos
Within the world of comic books, Stan Lee was many things—a god, a behemoth whose presence was enormous and a witty man in charge of everything. Using Lee's own creations, he was Thor, the Hulk and Iron Man all rolled into one. Lee didn't invent the comic book, far from it, but ...read more
125 Perfect Pixar Tattoos
Pixar has made an incredible mark on the movie industry, creating some of the most influential computer animated films of all time. In 1979, Pixar was created as a part of Lucasfilm's computer division and then was spun-off as a corporation in 1986. The company got off the ground ...read more
Inked Scene: Manh Huyn
At the intersection of traditional Japanese tattooing and your favorite childhood cartoons, you’ll find artist Manh Hunyn. Born and raised in Vietnam, Hunyn developed a passion for continuing the legacy of Japanese tattooing but with his own unique flair. By incorporating beloved ...read more
See a Face Tattoo Made With Charles Manson's Ashes
Charles Manson was not a subtle man. Every part of his persona was aggressive and every action of his was calculated to create a commotion. A tattoo made of Manson's ashes should embody this spirit and be ostentatious (with a touch of menace). Patrick Boos nailed that when he ...read more
Inked Girl of the Week: Angela Mazzanti
This week's Inked Girl is the stunning and sensational Angela Mazzanti. Angela Mazzanti is a Southern California based cutie who's big into tattoos, cannabis and TikTok—making her a total triple threat. Take a look at her sexiest shots, sets and selfies in the gallery below. Then ...read more
20 Shocking 'Scarface' Tattoos
In 1983, director Brian De Palma introduced audiences to the crime drama "Scarface." The film was a remake of the original 1932 film, which was loosely based on a 1929 novel of the same name by Armitage Trail. That novel was inspired by the story of Al Capone, an American ...read more
Turn It Up to 11 with These Heavy Metal Tattoos
You may have never touched a guitar a single day in your life, but I guarantee you know where "These goes to 11" comes from. The iconic line came from 1984's "This Is Spinal Tap." (Editor's Note: Apologies, our CMS will not allow us to put the umlaut over the N) The Rob Reiner ...read more
35 Phenomenal 'Pulp Fiction' Tattoos
In 1994, director and screenwriter Quentin Tarantino brought audiences one of the greatest neo-noir films of our time—"Pulp Fiction." The film followed in the success of Tarantino's previous crime film, "Reservoir Dogs" and delivered audiences some of the most quotable ...read more
An Inked Guide to Symbolism Within Japanese Tattoos
Tattoo symbolism goes far beyond the individual, particularly when it comes to Japanese Irezumi. In Japanese tattooing, every motif has a meaning and each tattoo tells a story. Take a look at the meanings behind 10 of the most popular Japanese tattoo concepts in the gallery ...read more
Pop Culture Mashup Tattoos
Get ready to see a copyright attorney's wet dream. As they gaze at Star Wars characters mingling with a character from "The Karate Kid," you know their blood pressure goes through the roof as they imagine the sweet, sweet litigation that could follow. Luckily, unless "The ...read more
25 Thrilling 'Fight Club' Tattoos
In 1996, author Chuck Palahniuk published his first novel "Fight Club," which was initially only supposed to be a seven-page short story. The novel follows the narrator who's working as a product recall specialist for a car company and begins experiencing insomnia from stress. ...read more
45 Outstanding Owl Tattoos
Owls are among the most frequently tattooed birds, possibly animals as a whole. Their popularity among tattoo enthusiasts is often attributed to their striking appearance and the symbolism their carry in folklore. Owls belong to the Strigiformes order of birds and are classified ...read more
Superb Wonder Woman Tattoos
Few comic book characters have had a greater influence on the world than Wonder Woman. Since her debut in 1941, Wonder Woman has inspired generations of women to become leaders and display their strength to the world without feeling the need to sacrifice their love and ...read more
Inked Scene: Ganga Tattoo
There are thousands of talented tattoo artists around the world, so to be picked by a celebrity you not only need to be at the top of your game, you also need to be chill. Celebrities want to feel at home in a tattooer’s chair and put their trust in an artist who can kick it like ...read more
New Zealand Appoints First Foreign Minister With Maori Facial Tattoos
This week in New Zealand, politician Nanaia Mahuta made history when she became the first indigenous female foreign minister in the country's history. This alone is an impressive achievement but Inked doesn't often end up covering global politics, that is, unless there is an ...read more
A Conversation With Kareem Jackson of the Denver Broncos
There’s nothing unusual about kids in high school wanting to go out and get a tattoo. What makes Kareem Jackson’s tattoo story a little different is the way he went about it. “My mom let me get my first tattoo in the 10th grade,” Jackson says. “I actually got permission to get ...read more
75 Spectacular Studio Ghibli Tattoos
On June 15th, 1985 Studio Ghibli was founded by directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, as well as producer Toshio Suzuki. The studio's first film, "Castle in the Sky" debuted in 1986 and since then, the studio has released 22 films. Of the top 10 highest-grossing anime films ...read more
Wonderful ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Tattoos
Everyone has at least one book that left a lasting impression on them. It should come to no surprise that one of mine is Lewis Caroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” I was 13 when I first read the novel, a little older than the intended audience, and instantly I felt a ...read more
50 Remarkable Bodysuit Tattoos
Although micro tattoos are the new, hot trend, big tattoos are here to stay. For many tattoo collectors, they live by the philosophy, "The bigger, the better" and bodysuits are the best way to cover ground quickly. Bodysuits first came into popularity through Japanese tattooing ...read more
Pictures From the Pit
The reason concerts are so special is that they happen in a fleeting moment of time. You were either there or you weren’t. Sure, you could listen to a live album or, if you happen to be from a certain crunchy generation, you can trade bootleg tapes with other fans. But these ...read more
Sandwich Tattoos
Like everybody else in this weary nation of ours, I've had this date circled on my calendar for months. Finally, the day is upon us and I'm ready. After months of research and careful reflection, I'm ready to step up and make my choice on this historic day. I'm going with... ...read more