News & trends
What's moving in tattoo, fashion and street culture — for working creators and the people who book them.
Grand Island Event Combines Tattoos with Mermaids and Sword Swallowers
A tattoo gathering in Grand Island, Nebraska adds mermaids and sword swallowers to draw crowds and give artists exposure.
Inkin' the Coast draws tattoo artists to South Mississippi
Inkin' the Coast is bringing tattoo artists to South Mississippi, creating new opportunities for professional connection and client engagement.
Arlington Tattoo Shop Hosts Spooky Food Donation Event
A longtime Arlington tattoo and piercing shop is using a Halloween-themed event to collect food donations, showing how studios can build community ties.
Texans Mark Historic Blue Wave with Tattoos
Texans are reportedly getting tattoos to commemorate a historic political shift, signaling new demand for political ink.
Arlington Tattoo Shop Hosts Spooky Food Drive
Long-time Arlington tattoo and piercing shop partners with a spooky theme to collect food donations and build community goodwill.
Native Artists Present Tattoo Art in Bold Exhibition
An exhibition of tattoo art by Native artists highlights cultural traditions and offers inspiration for modern tattoo practitioners.
Eugene tattoo artist arrested on sex abuse charges
Police arrested a Eugene tattoo artist on sex abuse and other charges, a reminder for clients to vet artists and for studios to screen staff.
Las Vegas Artist Builds Tattoo Business on Art, Not Price
Focusing on artistic quality rather than undercutting prices can attract loyal clients and build a sustainable tattoo career.
Gilbert Tattoo Shop Celebrates 20 Years of Industry Evolution
A Gilbert tattoo shop's 20-year milestone highlights how artists can thrive by adapting to changing trends and client expectations.
Peacock Found in Brisbane Bathroom Reunited with Tattoo Artist
A lost peacock found in a couple's bathroom is being returned to its tattoo artist owner through a creative community effort.
York County Paramedical Tattoo Artist Helps Egyptian Kids With Cleft Lip
A paramedical tattoo artist from York County uses pigment work to help Egyptian children with cleft lips, highlighting a medical niche for tattoo artists.
Olympia Tattoo Shop Focuses on Fine Line Botanical Designs
A South Sound Magazine feature highlights an Olympia studio known for nature-inspired fine line tattoos, including ferns and flowers.
One Week Remains for $400 Rembrandt Tattoo Offer
Tattoo clients can still book a Rembrandt-inspired piece for $400 or less until the promotion ends next week.
Rembrandt House Museum Hosts Pop-Up Tattoo Studio
Amsterdam's Rembrandt House Museum is offering pop-up tattoos of 17th-century works for a few hundred dollars, merging fine art and body art.
Restorative Cosmetic Tattoo Artist on Reclaiming Skin Confidence
A live stream highlights how restorative cosmetic tattooing helps clients regain confidence, offering insights for artists and clients.
Fame Tattoos to Attend All Stars Tattoo Convention in Miami
Award-winning Hialeah studio Fame Tattoos will appear at the All Stars Tattoo Convention in Miami, offering artists and clients a chance to connect.
Greece's Tattoo Scene Expands Rapidly
The Greek tattoo industry is experiencing notable growth.