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JK Tattoos
March 10, 2023
If you're looking for black-and-grey perfection, you've come to the right place
Justin Sandelli
January 6, 2023
If you're looking for some smooth black-and-grey realism, Justin Sandelli is the man to see
Artist Spotlight: Caro Montoya
December 16, 2021
Specializing in black-and-grey realism, tattoo artist Caro Montoya is making a name for herself.
Artist Spotlight: Becky Salter
November 8, 2021
Becky Salter is producing some of the finest black-and-grey in all of Australia.
Artist Spotlight: Facundo Gil
November 2, 2021
We spoke with black-and-grey guru Facundo Gil about where his love for the style came from, how he got into tattooing and much more.
Jason Voorhees Tattoos for Friday the 13th
November 13, 2020
Run for the hills, it's almost Friday the 13th and Jason's on the rampage
These Dog Tattoos Are Sure to Win Best of Show
November 26, 2019
Before watching The National Dog Show enjoy these tattoos of some very good boys
Tattoos Celebrating Our Caffeine Addiction
November 8, 2019
It's National Cappuccino Day, so let's break out those coffee tattoos
Inked Presents Badass TV – Freddy Negrete
August 21, 2018
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Delicate Dot Work. Powerful Tattoos! — Oshin Ink
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Meet Tattooed Witch Taking Over Instagram
May 19, 2017
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Toronto Tattoo Artist Raising Awareness About Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
March 22, 2017
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Rapper Freddie Gibbs Honors Daughter with Sweet Portrait Tattoo
March 16, 2017
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The Astonishing Black and Grey Realism Work of YZ Asencio
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Jacob Whitesides Gets a Tattoo That’s Out of This World
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Alice in Wonderland Inspired Tattoos
February 22, 2017
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Jessica Alba Met a Cop with a Tattoo of Her Face
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January 25, 2017
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The Walking Dead: Last Half Season 7 Synopsis Released
January 11, 2017
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Krampus Tattoos
November 28, 2016
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Lady Gaga’s Tattoos
November 11, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It’s no secret that Lady Gaga is a force to be reckoned with. Holding the moniker of “Mother Monster” to her loyal fans (or “Little…
Thigh Tattoos
August 24, 2016
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Yallzee’s Eyeball Tattoos
August 8, 2016
They say that a person’s eyes are a window to their soul, we feel the same way about these eyeball tattoos. In this gallery curated by Yallzee you will see…
Yallzee’s Sugar Skull Tattoos
August 5, 2016
It can be Dia de los Muertos all year long with an amazing sugar skull tattoo. In a gallery curated by Yallzee, these tattoos are based off of the sweet…
Michael Douglas’ Son Shows Off Tattoos of His Dad and Grandpa
August 5, 2016
Cameron Douglas—son of actor Michael and grandson of Kirk—just got out of jail and is showing off his new outlook on life but also a huge tattoo in honor of…
What Tattoo Style Are You?
August 5, 2016
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Harley-Davidson Tattoos
August 3, 2016
Since being founded in Milwaukee back in 1903 the words Harley-Davidson have been synonymous with badass. Naturally, tattoos and Harley-Davidson go together beautifully as an ultimate symbol of rebellion. Everyone…
A Preview of the Queens of Ink Issue of ‘Freshly Inked’
July 28, 2016
The brand new issue of Freshly Inked smashes the glass ceiling as it is our first ever all female issue! The Queens of Ink issue features 12 of the most…
Airplane Tattoos
July 25, 2016
When these artists designed the tattoos in this gallery they aimed for the clouds, literally. Man has always been fascinated by the idea of flight, so it should be no…
Quiz: What Tattoo Style Best Suits You?
July 18, 2016
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Biker Tattoos
July 14, 2016
Bikers take two things very seriously—their bike and their ink. When their not tearing it up on the highways of America you know they are spending time at the tattoo…
All Star Baseball Tattoos
July 12, 2016
Considering that baseball is our national pastime, one should not be surprised to see that there are a heck of a lot of baseball tattoos out there. There are so…
Yallzee’s Tattoos for Barbers
July 7, 2016
Tattoo artists and barbers have a lot in common. Simply put, they are the unsung heroes that make sure you are looking good. When you sit in the chair—whether it…
Beyond the Ink – The Lovely Madison Skye
June 22, 2016
Alysha Nett checks in with us as often as her busy schedule will allow to give her insight on modeling,tattoos and art. She even throws in a recipe from time…
Yallzee’s Shocking Tattoos
June 22, 2016
You used to be able to shock people merely by having a tattoo, these days it’s a bit more difficult than that. You need to have a truly unique and…
Yallzee’s Vampire Tattoos
June 17, 2016
This gallery of vampire tattoos made us think about how the mythical bloodsuckers actually have a lot in common with tattoos. For example, both vampires and tattoos will live forever…
Yallzee’s Rodent Tattoos
June 16, 2016
It’s hard to think of a more polarizing group of animals than rodents. Some people love them, some people hate them, but no body is in the middle. We’re guessing…
Yallzee’s Hardcore Tattoos
June 16, 2016
This gallery of tattoos is dedicated to only the most hardcore tattoo enthusiasts. When you tattoo your head, face, neck, or hands you are marking yourself among the elite of…
6 Inspiring Tattoos Dedicated to the Late Muhammad Ali
June 13, 2016
News of Muhammad Ali’s death on June 3 came as a shock to fans around the world, many of whom weren’t even born yet when the boxing legend fought his…
Chris Brown Gets a Tattoo of His Daughter
June 6, 2016
Chris Brown is no stranger to tattoos—he sports full sleeves and a couple on his dome—but his latest one is a bit different than the others in that it shows…
Yallzee’s Ganesh Tattoos
May 31, 2016
Ganesh is one of the most revered symbols in all of the world. The Hindu icon is worshipped all over the world and is a staple in Hindu inspired art,…
Preview of The Sexy New Inked Girls Featuring Riley Jensen
May 25, 2016
The brand new Inked Girls is available for digital download and it is absolutely bursting at the seams sexy tattooed women! We are absolutely head over heels over cover girl…
7 Stunning Black Back Tattoo Designs for Women
May 23, 2016
You may not expect to see a woman with a massive tattoo on her back, but the truth is, large back tattoos are becoming more and more popular, and they…
A Sneak Preview of July’s ‘Freshly Inked’
May 17, 2016
For the latest issue of Freshly Inked we have done something that we have never done before—we based the issue around famed tattoo collector Yallzee. As guest editor of this…
‘Blindspot’ Star Adds a Permanent Tattoo to Her Collection
May 5, 2016
Every week Jaimie Alexander appears in living rooms across the country as the heavily tattooed Jane Doe on the drama Blindspot; now the star has gone and added a real tattoo to…
Yallzee’s Star Wars Tattoos for May The Fourth
May 4, 2016
This gallery contains 17 phenomenal Star Wars tattoos; #7 will have you longing to turn to the dark side of the Force. The Force is strong with these Star Wars…
Yallzee’s Knee Tattoos
May 3, 2016
This gallery contains 17 remarkable knee tattoos, #14 will make you jump right out of your skin! One of the easiest ways to tell if someone is a tough guy…
Yallzee’s Solid Bold Back Pieces
May 2, 2016
You don’t want to miss Yallzee’s 20 mind blowing back pieces. The tattoo in photo #8 is insane! You can’t go wrong with a collection of back pieces crafted in…
Yallzee’s Incredible Cat Tattoos
April 29, 2016
This gallery has 20 incredible cat tattoos, #9 will give you new respect for the King of the Jungle. Cats come in all shapes and sizes, as do cat tattoos.…
Yallzee’s Remarkable 3D Tattoos
April 29, 2016
Get ready for 19 3D tattoos that will warp your mind, you’ll never believe that #7 is a real tattoo. It’s truly amazing what tattoo artists can do nowadays. As…
Yallzee’s Fantastic Foot Tattoos
April 28, 2016
This gallery contains 19 fantastic foot tattoos, #13 will have you curling your toes. There are very few places more painful to get tattooed than your foot, so you have…
Yallzee’s Amazing Neck Tattoos
April 27, 2016
This gallery contains 22 outstanding neck tattoos, once you see #10 you’ll be inspired to get your very own neck tattoo! Getting a neck tattoo is a huge decision that…
Yallzee’s Amazing Black & Grey Tattoos You May Have Missed
April 25, 2016
This gallery contains 23 amazing black & grey tattoos, tattoo #5 will leave you in awe. There are so many phenomenal tattoo artists specializing in black & grey tattoos that…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Cover Up Tattoos
April 22, 2016
This gallery features 20 tattoo mistakes that were transformed into works of art. Cover up #13 will leave you in absolute awe. Sometimes even the best of us end up…
Yallzee’s Tattoos for Music Lovers
April 12, 2016
This Gallery contains 21 tattoos for every music lover, #16 is going to make all the rockers scream. These tattoos for music lovers show that we not only like to…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Skull Tattoos Part 2
April 7, 2016
This gallery contains 20 tremendous skull tattoos, we bet that #15 will absolutely blow your mind! It’s impossible to consider yourself a fan of tattoos and tattoo art without having…
Yallzee’s Out of this World Alien Tattoos
March 30, 2016
Every time I stare up at the night sky I can’t help but marvel at the hundreds of stars before me. Yes, I know there are literally millions of stars,…
Flaming Skull Tattoos
March 30, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text Let’s pretend that you are on an all tattoo episode of The Family Feud. Can you picture it? Richard Dawson, Steve Harvey or whoever you…
Yallzee’s Amazing Chest Tattoos for Men and Women
March 29, 2016
Most tattooers get visibly excited when they have a chance to work on an entire chest piece. It is such an enormous piece of real estate and there are so…
Tattoos for Bartenders
March 24, 2016
It’s time we give bartenders a little bit of love. They really do the lord’s work; can you imagine still cracking a smile while serving drinks to pushy drunks for…
Pairs of Tattoos
March 22, 2016
What’s better than one tattoo? Why, a pair of tattoos, of course. Each half of these tattoos could stand alone and be great, but when they are paired with another…
Yallzee’s Amazing Lettering Tattoos
March 21, 2016
The uninitiated may believe that tattooing script should be one of the easiest things to accomplish, but let it be known that many of the most renowned artists in the…
Awesome Tattoos Inspired by Mickey Mouse
March 18, 2016
Who would have ever thought that a mouse would eventually rule the world of entertainment? That would be crazy. But that’s just what Mickey Mouse, and more importantly the people…
Yallzee’s Gorgeous Rose Tattoos
March 17, 2016
It doesn’t matter if you are a man or a woman, every romantic love roses. The delicate flowers are simply beautiful, and even more beautiful when they are the subject…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Black and Grey Back Pieces
March 16, 2016
When it comes to TVs we demand to be able to see every color in the rainbow, but when we’re talking about tattoos we don’t mind kicking it old school…
Freshly Inked Preview With Guest Editor BJ Betts
March 14, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text We’re happy to present a very special issue of Freshly Inked guest edited by BJ Betts. We told the lettering master to get together a…
Snow White Tattoos
March 9, 2016
Hi ho. Hi ho. Off to get tattooed we go… The tale of Snow White is one of those very rare stories that virtually everyone knows. It’s easy to fall…
Yallzee’s Women With Amazing Tattoos
March 3, 2016
If we’ve said it once we’ve said it a million times—nothing enhances a woman’s beauty quite like a perfectly placed tattoo. Or body suit, for that matter. Yallzee has curated…
Yallzee’s Tattoos of Dark Imagery
February 29, 2016
If you are prone to nightmares you may not want to venture any further, this gallery is strictly for the brave. But if you are the type of person who…
Yallzee’s Mesmerizing Eye Tattoos
February 26, 2016
They say that our eyes are the window to our souls; we find that this is also true in the tattooed version of eyes. Whenever I see a tattoo of…
Yallzee’s Grab Bag of Beyond Impressive Tattoos
February 25, 2016
We spend so much time putting tattoos into neat little categories, like color biomechanical using pre-Industrial Revolution technology or ultra-realistic black and grey portraiture of children, that sometimes we lose…
Yallzee’s Incredible Hand Tattoos
February 24, 2016
We’ve got to hand it to these tattoo artists. OK, that was a terrible joke. But you know what’s not terrible? These incredible hand tattoos! Once your hands are tattooed…
Yallzee’s Amazing Skull Tattoos Part 1
February 24, 2016
We are guessing that if there was any possible way to catalog every tattoo that’s ever been inked—and trust us, this is impossible, we have tried—skull tattoos would be the…
Tattoos Inspired by Federico Bebber
February 22, 2016
Federico Bebber is an Italian digital artist who specializes in creating surreal and haunting portraits by altering photographs. His work has been reproduced or used as inspiration by tattoo artists…
Yallzee Presents 21 Amazing Small Bangers
February 16, 2016
While we heap praise on back pieces and full body suits that doesn’t mean we can’t throw some love towards the little bangers. An artist can still spend an immense…
Tattoos by Sandry Riffard
February 5, 2016
Every tattoo artist has done 1,000 skull tattoos in their time, so it takes a very special effort to stand out from all the rest. Sandry Riffard‘s black and grey…
Freshly Inked Preview With Carlos Torres
January 21, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The new issue of Freshly Inked is about to hit the newsstands and you will not believe what we’ve got in store for you. Every…
Tattoos by Megan Hoogland
January 5, 2016
Megan Hoogland, a tattoo artist out of Mankato, Minn., has always stunned us with the diversity of her portfolio. Hoogland is able to switch between black & grey and color;…
Tattooed Model Kylie Rae
December 30, 2015
From the second we first posted a picture of the lovely Kylie Rae on our Instagram you guys have been clamoring to see more of her. If we are anything,…
Tattooed Model Tasha Mackenzie
December 14, 2015
The Gold Coast of Australia is home to some of the most beautiful women in the world, including the gorgeous Tasha Mackenzie. Tasha is a bit of a double feature.…
Modified Skull Tattoos
November 9, 2015
Skulls have been a popular subject for tattoo artists across all styles, from American Traditional to photorealism and beyond. They are classic, readable, and popular due to the fact that…
Tattoos that Stand the Test of Time
November 4, 2015
Over the past few decades, the tattoo industry has seen a rapid increase in the number of tattoo styles and designs that a person can choose from. Ten years ago,…
Tattoos From ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’
October 28, 2015
If you grew up in the 1980s chances are that Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark was a very formative book for you. Either you loved the collection of…
Irresistible Hand and Finger Tattoos
October 26, 2015
For those who are familiar with the process of getting a tattoo, you know very well that the hands and fingers can be a pretty sensitive spot to get inked.…
Jose Bautista’s Epic Bat Flip Will Live Forever
October 16, 2015
When Jose Bautista teed off on a 1-1 pitch in the seventh inning of the decisive Game 5 of the ALDS you just knew that it was a home run…
Eerie Skulls!
October 15, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
All Seeing Eye Tattoos
October 1, 2015
You can never escape the sight of the all seeing eye, so why not pay homage to it with a cool tattoo. The symbol, also known as the Eye of…
Moon Tattoos
September 28, 2015
Last night, Sunday, September 27th between 10pm and 12am EST, we witnessed what has been called the “super blood moon” eclipse. This occurred because the moon was at what is…
Evil Clown Tattoos
September 24, 2015
We don’t care what their intentions are, clowns are terrifying. They may seem friendly, but we know what lies underneath. Perhaps it’s because I’ve read It a few too many…
Cacti Tattoos
September 23, 2015
The perfect companion for people who have killed every plant they own, the cactus is a rare and adaptable breed of plant. The word ‘cactus’ dates all the way back…
Give Yourself A Scare With These Skull Tattoos
September 22, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
A Tattoo Artist’s Take on the Ink-centric ‘Blindspot’
September 18, 2015
Unless you are a survivalist living in a bunker 50 meters underground you have seen advertisements for NBC’s “Blindspot.” In an epic marketing blitz NBC has covered every billboard, train…
Tattoo Collector Yuki Ikeda
September 4, 2015
In this version of SullenTV’s Tattoo Collector series we meet Yuki Ikeda, a collector from Oakland, California. While he had a couple of little scratcher type tattoos previously, it wasn’t…
Mythological Tattoos
August 27, 2015
From the first time I heard the story of Icarus flying out of the labyrinth Greek mythology fascinated me. Clearly I’m not the only person who feels this way. Thousands…
Chris Brown Has Masterpiece Tattooed on his Head
August 25, 2015
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MJ and Kobe Face Off In These Tattoos
August 21, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows The Text The back of this man’s legs will forever be locked into an epic battle of one-on-one thanks to his tattoos. On one calf you have…
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August 20, 2015
From the second we posted a picture of the lovely Tina Louise on to your Instagram the likes just started pouring in. It was an avalanche of adoration for the…
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August 19, 2015
Welcome to the latest edition of Convention Ink, a new feature on Inkedmag.com where we will feature some of the best work done at notable tattoo conventions around the world.…
You Want These Skull Tattoos, You Need These Skulls
August 13, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
Rat Tattoos
July 31, 2015
Some people love rats, some people hate rats and many people, myself included, are afraid of them. Even the haters can’t deny that they are fascinating creatures who are more…
17 Chola Tattoos
July 29, 2015
This list is all about Southern California style where one of the most popular tattoo subjects happens to be beautiful women. Whether you call them chola tattoos, hyna tattoos, or…
Catch a Sneak Peek of the New Freshly Inked with Tater Tatts
July 27, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The brand new August/September issue of Freshly Inked is just about to hit newsstands. Before you run out and pick up your copy bursting at…
Robin Williams Tribute Tattoos
July 21, 2015
Robin Williams once said, “You’re only given one little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” Today, on what would have been his 64th birthday, we celebrate the Academy Award-winning…
Aztec Tattoos
July 7, 2015
While the Aztec people may no longer be ruling Mexico their culture and art left a lasting impression that will always be with us. While much of their art was…
Tattoos of the Month
June 30, 2015
Every single day we keep you up-to-date with the finest tattoo art in the world on our Instagram. Thanks to the power of double tapping your phone we found out…
Forearm Tattoos
June 26, 2015
The forearm is one of the best places to get a tattoo. It’s a nice flat surface so it’s great for showing off a detailed piece. It’s often visible but…
Pug Tattoos
June 22, 2015
Thanks to a wide proliferation of hilarious videos on the internet we find ourselves in an era filled with love for pets. One of the most beloved of all of…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Incredible Tattoo Body Suits
June 15, 2015
When it comes to tattoos we believe the more the merrier so few things make us perk up more than seeing a badass body suit. Sometimes the work is from…
This Week’s Most Haunting Skull Tattoos
June 11, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
Tattoos that Use the Entire Hand
June 5, 2015
A new take on the hand tattoo has really taken off in the industry—tattooing the whole hand. Normally what we consider to be a hand tattoo will stop around the…
This Week’s Most Insane Skull Tattoos
May 20, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
A Preview of the Brand New Freshly Inked W/ Carlos Rojas
May 15, 2015
Carlos Rojas rose to prominence by tattooing a Breaking Bad sleeve so realistic that you can almost smell the chemicals coming off of Walter White’s HazMat suit, but the art…
Freehand Tattoos
May 11, 2015
Much like when people do the crossword in pen, there is something immensely impressive about tattoos that are done freehand on the skin. There is an added element of skill…
A Skull a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
May 7, 2015
At any given moment there is a tattoo artist somewhere around the world tattooing a skull, that’s how popular they are. One of the reasons that they are so popular,…
Tattoos Inspired by Mexican Culture
May 5, 2015
Today is Cinco de Mayo, the anniversary of when General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin was able to lead the Mexican army to an unlikely victory over the French at the Battle…
How Old Is Your Tattoo?
May 1, 2015
If you are anything like me you have spent the last 24 hours playing on HowOld.net. The Microsoft run website analyzes pictures that you upload to tell you the age…
Stupendous Stomach Tattoos
April 30, 2015
We’ve shared a list of stomach tattoos with you in the past but there are so many amazing pieces that we needed to double down and share more with you.…
Skull Tattoos You’re Dying To See
April 27, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
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April 24, 2015
Welcome to the latest edition of Convention Ink, a new feature on Inkedmag.com where we will feature some of the best work done at notable tattoo conventions around the world.…
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Roses Are Red, But Sometimes They’re Black and Grey
March 31, 2015
Today’s skull of the day is this absolutely phenomenal in-progress back piece by the super talented Joe Matisa. Matisa first got his start in the tattoo industry at the incredibly…
The Sweetest Smelling Rose
March 30, 2015
Autumn Rose, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, is just as colorful and unique in personality as the flower from which she takes her name, and with bright red hair…
Witchy Woman
March 13, 2015
Before we call today’s Inked Girl of the Day “bewitching” we want to assure you that we mean this in the “her beauty cast a spell on us” sort of…
Getting Sweaty with Isabel
February 25, 2015
Going to the gym to work off the many pounds obtained over a winter of near-hibernation can be a hell of a drag. Just about the only thing that makes…
You Have to See this British Bombshell
February 20, 2015
Anna Sherdley-Davies, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, comes to us from Blackpool in the United Kingdom. It’s hard to think of a city with a more badass name than…
The World’s Prettiest Pirate
February 18, 2015
“I must have been a pirate in another life,” Sarah Giampapa explains. “All I want to do is drink rum and break the law.” While being a pirate was probably…
50 Shades of Black and Grey
February 13, 2015
Remember all the hoopla about Fifty Shades of Grey. It got to the point where you heard it so many times that you started to tune out whenever you heard…
That’s Using Your Head
February 11, 2015
Ivano Natale was really using his head when he designed the amazing tattoo you see above. OK, that was a bad joke, we’re sorry. Please don’t let our poor attempt…
Sweet Dreams Are Made of Her
February 10, 2015
When it comes to picking out her favorite tattoo Janette Leia Jones, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, doesn’t even have to think about it—it’s her dreamcatcher. Janette got the…
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May 31, 2017
Balance and Strength in Ink! As we all know there are different styles when it comes to tattooing — traditional, realism, tribal, watercolor, etc., and all tattoos project strength regardless…
Meet Tattooed Witch Taking Over Instagram
May 19, 2017
She’s an Actual Tattooed Witch Whose Curves Are Sure to Put a Love Spell on You Stevie Nicks, Frank Llyod Wright, and Björk—what do these three celebrities have in common…
PHOTO GALLERY: Killer Chest Tattoos
March 24, 2017
20 Sick Chest Tattoos That’ll Leave You Floored Around here we believe that if you’re going to get your chest tattoo, you either go big or go home. The chest…
Toronto Tattoo Artist Raising Awareness About Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
March 22, 2017
Jennifer Liles, a tattoo artist based in Toronto, is doing her part to raise awareness about the plight of missing and murdered indigenous women in Canada, by donating a day’s…
Rapper Freddie Gibbs Honors Daughter with Sweet Portrait Tattoo
March 16, 2017
Rapper Freddie Gibbs, born Fredrick Tipton, may be one of the toughest rappers in the game, best known for his ferocious lyricism and smooth delivery, but he obviously has a…
The Astonishing Black and Grey Realism Work of YZ Asencio
March 10, 2017
20 Awe-Inspiring YZ Asencio Realism Tattoos YZ Asencio is pound for pound one of the sickest black and grey photorealism artists in the game. His portraiture work is on point, and…
Jacob Whitesides Gets a Tattoo That’s Out of This World
February 24, 2017
Tennessee-born singer-songwriter Jacob Whitesides may make his living melting the hearts of ladies across the country, but once upon a time, the 19-year-old dreamt of being an astronaut, an adorable…
Alice in Wonderland Inspired Tattoos
February 22, 2017
From the moment it was published Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll captivated the minds of children the world over. The popular fairy tale was made into an even more…
Jessica Alba Met a Cop with a Tattoo of Her Face
February 2, 2017
Jessica Alba gets the surprise of her life when a cop stops her, not to issue her a ticket, but to show her a tattoo he got done inspired by…
VIDEO GALLERY: 20 Awesome Tattoos
January 25, 2017
Rather than hit you with our typical–yet still awesome – photo galleries of tattoos, we kicked it up a notch, and brought you a video gallery of tattoos—straight from some of your…
The Walking Dead: Last Half Season 7 Synopsis Released
January 11, 2017
Suffice it to say that the mid-season seven finale of The Walking Dead left us all thirsty like Lucille. With Rick and the gang reunited at the Hilltop seemingly revving…
Krampus Tattoos
November 28, 2016
Here in the United States we know only of Santa Claus—the lovable fella who goes around the world to give children presents on Christmas. And while St. Nick has a…
Lady Gaga’s Tattoos
November 11, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It’s no secret that Lady Gaga is a force to be reckoned with. Holding the moniker of “Mother Monster” to her loyal fans (or “Little…
Thigh Tattoos
August 24, 2016
Regardless of style preferences, thigh tattoos can be some of the most attractive tattoos out there. That is as long as they are placed correctly to fit each client. To…
Yallzee’s Eyeball Tattoos
August 8, 2016
They say that a person’s eyes are a window to their soul, we feel the same way about these eyeball tattoos. In this gallery curated by Yallzee you will see…
Yallzee’s Sugar Skull Tattoos
August 5, 2016
It can be Dia de los Muertos all year long with an amazing sugar skull tattoo. In a gallery curated by Yallzee, these tattoos are based off of the sweet…
Michael Douglas’ Son Shows Off Tattoos of His Dad and Grandpa
August 5, 2016
Cameron Douglas—son of actor Michael and grandson of Kirk—just got out of jail and is showing off his new outlook on life but also a huge tattoo in honor of…
What Tattoo Style Are You?
August 5, 2016
Like basically any other type of art form, there are an almost limitless number of different styles of tattoo art. While all tattoos are in the same medium (your skin)…
Harley-Davidson Tattoos
August 3, 2016
Since being founded in Milwaukee back in 1903 the words Harley-Davidson have been synonymous with badass. Naturally, tattoos and Harley-Davidson go together beautifully as an ultimate symbol of rebellion. Everyone…
A Preview of the Queens of Ink Issue of ‘Freshly Inked’
July 28, 2016
The brand new issue of Freshly Inked smashes the glass ceiling as it is our first ever all female issue! The Queens of Ink issue features 12 of the most…
Airplane Tattoos
July 25, 2016
When these artists designed the tattoos in this gallery they aimed for the clouds, literally. Man has always been fascinated by the idea of flight, so it should be no…
Quiz: What Tattoo Style Best Suits You?
July 18, 2016
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Biker Tattoos
July 14, 2016
Bikers take two things very seriously—their bike and their ink. When their not tearing it up on the highways of America you know they are spending time at the tattoo…
All Star Baseball Tattoos
July 12, 2016
Considering that baseball is our national pastime, one should not be surprised to see that there are a heck of a lot of baseball tattoos out there. There are so…
Yallzee’s Tattoos for Barbers
July 7, 2016
Tattoo artists and barbers have a lot in common. Simply put, they are the unsung heroes that make sure you are looking good. When you sit in the chair—whether it…
Beyond the Ink – The Lovely Madison Skye
June 22, 2016
Alysha Nett checks in with us as often as her busy schedule will allow to give her insight on modeling,tattoos and art. She even throws in a recipe from time…
Yallzee’s Shocking Tattoos
June 22, 2016
You used to be able to shock people merely by having a tattoo, these days it’s a bit more difficult than that. You need to have a truly unique and…
Yallzee’s Vampire Tattoos
June 17, 2016
This gallery of vampire tattoos made us think about how the mythical bloodsuckers actually have a lot in common with tattoos. For example, both vampires and tattoos will live forever…
Yallzee’s Rodent Tattoos
June 16, 2016
It’s hard to think of a more polarizing group of animals than rodents. Some people love them, some people hate them, but no body is in the middle. We’re guessing…
Yallzee’s Hardcore Tattoos
June 16, 2016
This gallery of tattoos is dedicated to only the most hardcore tattoo enthusiasts. When you tattoo your head, face, neck, or hands you are marking yourself among the elite of…
6 Inspiring Tattoos Dedicated to the Late Muhammad Ali
June 13, 2016
News of Muhammad Ali’s death on June 3 came as a shock to fans around the world, many of whom weren’t even born yet when the boxing legend fought his…
Chris Brown Gets a Tattoo of His Daughter
June 6, 2016
Chris Brown is no stranger to tattoos—he sports full sleeves and a couple on his dome—but his latest one is a bit different than the others in that it shows…
Yallzee’s Ganesh Tattoos
May 31, 2016
Ganesh is one of the most revered symbols in all of the world. The Hindu icon is worshipped all over the world and is a staple in Hindu inspired art,…
Preview of The Sexy New Inked Girls Featuring Riley Jensen
May 25, 2016
The brand new Inked Girls is available for digital download and it is absolutely bursting at the seams sexy tattooed women! We are absolutely head over heels over cover girl…
7 Stunning Black Back Tattoo Designs for Women
May 23, 2016
You may not expect to see a woman with a massive tattoo on her back, but the truth is, large back tattoos are becoming more and more popular, and they…
A Sneak Preview of July’s ‘Freshly Inked’
May 17, 2016
For the latest issue of Freshly Inked we have done something that we have never done before—we based the issue around famed tattoo collector Yallzee. As guest editor of this…
‘Blindspot’ Star Adds a Permanent Tattoo to Her Collection
May 5, 2016
Every week Jaimie Alexander appears in living rooms across the country as the heavily tattooed Jane Doe on the drama Blindspot; now the star has gone and added a real tattoo to…
Yallzee’s Star Wars Tattoos for May The Fourth
May 4, 2016
This gallery contains 17 phenomenal Star Wars tattoos; #7 will have you longing to turn to the dark side of the Force. The Force is strong with these Star Wars…
Yallzee’s Knee Tattoos
May 3, 2016
This gallery contains 17 remarkable knee tattoos, #14 will make you jump right out of your skin! One of the easiest ways to tell if someone is a tough guy…
Yallzee’s Solid Bold Back Pieces
May 2, 2016
You don’t want to miss Yallzee’s 20 mind blowing back pieces. The tattoo in photo #8 is insane! You can’t go wrong with a collection of back pieces crafted in…
Yallzee’s Incredible Cat Tattoos
April 29, 2016
This gallery has 20 incredible cat tattoos, #9 will give you new respect for the King of the Jungle. Cats come in all shapes and sizes, as do cat tattoos.…
Yallzee’s Remarkable 3D Tattoos
April 29, 2016
Get ready for 19 3D tattoos that will warp your mind, you’ll never believe that #7 is a real tattoo. It’s truly amazing what tattoo artists can do nowadays. As…
Yallzee’s Fantastic Foot Tattoos
April 28, 2016
This gallery contains 19 fantastic foot tattoos, #13 will have you curling your toes. There are very few places more painful to get tattooed than your foot, so you have…
Yallzee’s Amazing Neck Tattoos
April 27, 2016
This gallery contains 22 outstanding neck tattoos, once you see #10 you’ll be inspired to get your very own neck tattoo! Getting a neck tattoo is a huge decision that…
Yallzee’s Amazing Black & Grey Tattoos You May Have Missed
April 25, 2016
This gallery contains 23 amazing black & grey tattoos, tattoo #5 will leave you in awe. There are so many phenomenal tattoo artists specializing in black & grey tattoos that…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Cover Up Tattoos
April 22, 2016
This gallery features 20 tattoo mistakes that were transformed into works of art. Cover up #13 will leave you in absolute awe. Sometimes even the best of us end up…
Yallzee’s Tattoos for Music Lovers
April 12, 2016
This Gallery contains 21 tattoos for every music lover, #16 is going to make all the rockers scream. These tattoos for music lovers show that we not only like to…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Skull Tattoos Part 2
April 7, 2016
This gallery contains 20 tremendous skull tattoos, we bet that #15 will absolutely blow your mind! It’s impossible to consider yourself a fan of tattoos and tattoo art without having…
Yallzee’s Out of this World Alien Tattoos
March 30, 2016
Every time I stare up at the night sky I can’t help but marvel at the hundreds of stars before me. Yes, I know there are literally millions of stars,…
Flaming Skull Tattoos
March 30, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text Let’s pretend that you are on an all tattoo episode of The Family Feud. Can you picture it? Richard Dawson, Steve Harvey or whoever you…
Yallzee’s Amazing Chest Tattoos for Men and Women
March 29, 2016
Most tattooers get visibly excited when they have a chance to work on an entire chest piece. It is such an enormous piece of real estate and there are so…
Tattoos for Bartenders
March 24, 2016
It’s time we give bartenders a little bit of love. They really do the lord’s work; can you imagine still cracking a smile while serving drinks to pushy drunks for…
Pairs of Tattoos
March 22, 2016
What’s better than one tattoo? Why, a pair of tattoos, of course. Each half of these tattoos could stand alone and be great, but when they are paired with another…
Yallzee’s Amazing Lettering Tattoos
March 21, 2016
The uninitiated may believe that tattooing script should be one of the easiest things to accomplish, but let it be known that many of the most renowned artists in the…
Awesome Tattoos Inspired by Mickey Mouse
March 18, 2016
Who would have ever thought that a mouse would eventually rule the world of entertainment? That would be crazy. But that’s just what Mickey Mouse, and more importantly the people…
Yallzee’s Gorgeous Rose Tattoos
March 17, 2016
It doesn’t matter if you are a man or a woman, every romantic love roses. The delicate flowers are simply beautiful, and even more beautiful when they are the subject…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Black and Grey Back Pieces
March 16, 2016
When it comes to TVs we demand to be able to see every color in the rainbow, but when we’re talking about tattoos we don’t mind kicking it old school…
Freshly Inked Preview With Guest Editor BJ Betts
March 14, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text We’re happy to present a very special issue of Freshly Inked guest edited by BJ Betts. We told the lettering master to get together a…
Snow White Tattoos
March 9, 2016
Hi ho. Hi ho. Off to get tattooed we go… The tale of Snow White is one of those very rare stories that virtually everyone knows. It’s easy to fall…
Yallzee’s Women With Amazing Tattoos
March 3, 2016
If we’ve said it once we’ve said it a million times—nothing enhances a woman’s beauty quite like a perfectly placed tattoo. Or body suit, for that matter. Yallzee has curated…
Yallzee’s Tattoos of Dark Imagery
February 29, 2016
If you are prone to nightmares you may not want to venture any further, this gallery is strictly for the brave. But if you are the type of person who…
Yallzee’s Mesmerizing Eye Tattoos
February 26, 2016
They say that our eyes are the window to our souls; we find that this is also true in the tattooed version of eyes. Whenever I see a tattoo of…
Yallzee’s Grab Bag of Beyond Impressive Tattoos
February 25, 2016
We spend so much time putting tattoos into neat little categories, like color biomechanical using pre-Industrial Revolution technology or ultra-realistic black and grey portraiture of children, that sometimes we lose…
Yallzee’s Incredible Hand Tattoos
February 24, 2016
We’ve got to hand it to these tattoo artists. OK, that was a terrible joke. But you know what’s not terrible? These incredible hand tattoos! Once your hands are tattooed…
Yallzee’s Amazing Skull Tattoos Part 1
February 24, 2016
We are guessing that if there was any possible way to catalog every tattoo that’s ever been inked—and trust us, this is impossible, we have tried—skull tattoos would be the…
Tattoos Inspired by Federico Bebber
February 22, 2016
Federico Bebber is an Italian digital artist who specializes in creating surreal and haunting portraits by altering photographs. His work has been reproduced or used as inspiration by tattoo artists…
Yallzee Presents 21 Amazing Small Bangers
February 16, 2016
While we heap praise on back pieces and full body suits that doesn’t mean we can’t throw some love towards the little bangers. An artist can still spend an immense…
Tattoos by Sandry Riffard
February 5, 2016
Every tattoo artist has done 1,000 skull tattoos in their time, so it takes a very special effort to stand out from all the rest. Sandry Riffard‘s black and grey…
Freshly Inked Preview With Carlos Torres
January 21, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The new issue of Freshly Inked is about to hit the newsstands and you will not believe what we’ve got in store for you. Every…
Tattoos by Megan Hoogland
January 5, 2016
Megan Hoogland, a tattoo artist out of Mankato, Minn., has always stunned us with the diversity of her portfolio. Hoogland is able to switch between black & grey and color;…
Tattooed Model Kylie Rae
December 30, 2015
From the second we first posted a picture of the lovely Kylie Rae on our Instagram you guys have been clamoring to see more of her. If we are anything,…
Tattooed Model Tasha Mackenzie
December 14, 2015
The Gold Coast of Australia is home to some of the most beautiful women in the world, including the gorgeous Tasha Mackenzie. Tasha is a bit of a double feature.…
Modified Skull Tattoos
November 9, 2015
Skulls have been a popular subject for tattoo artists across all styles, from American Traditional to photorealism and beyond. They are classic, readable, and popular due to the fact that…
Tattoos that Stand the Test of Time
November 4, 2015
Over the past few decades, the tattoo industry has seen a rapid increase in the number of tattoo styles and designs that a person can choose from. Ten years ago,…
Tattoos From ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’
October 28, 2015
If you grew up in the 1980s chances are that Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark was a very formative book for you. Either you loved the collection of…
Irresistible Hand and Finger Tattoos
October 26, 2015
For those who are familiar with the process of getting a tattoo, you know very well that the hands and fingers can be a pretty sensitive spot to get inked.…
Jose Bautista’s Epic Bat Flip Will Live Forever
October 16, 2015
When Jose Bautista teed off on a 1-1 pitch in the seventh inning of the decisive Game 5 of the ALDS you just knew that it was a home run…
Eerie Skulls!
October 15, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
All Seeing Eye Tattoos
October 1, 2015
You can never escape the sight of the all seeing eye, so why not pay homage to it with a cool tattoo. The symbol, also known as the Eye of…
Moon Tattoos
September 28, 2015
Last night, Sunday, September 27th between 10pm and 12am EST, we witnessed what has been called the “super blood moon” eclipse. This occurred because the moon was at what is…
Evil Clown Tattoos
September 24, 2015
We don’t care what their intentions are, clowns are terrifying. They may seem friendly, but we know what lies underneath. Perhaps it’s because I’ve read It a few too many…
Cacti Tattoos
September 23, 2015
The perfect companion for people who have killed every plant they own, the cactus is a rare and adaptable breed of plant. The word ‘cactus’ dates all the way back…
Give Yourself A Scare With These Skull Tattoos
September 22, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
A Tattoo Artist’s Take on the Ink-centric ‘Blindspot’
September 18, 2015
Unless you are a survivalist living in a bunker 50 meters underground you have seen advertisements for NBC’s “Blindspot.” In an epic marketing blitz NBC has covered every billboard, train…
Tattoo Collector Yuki Ikeda
September 4, 2015
In this version of SullenTV’s Tattoo Collector series we meet Yuki Ikeda, a collector from Oakland, California. While he had a couple of little scratcher type tattoos previously, it wasn’t…
Mythological Tattoos
August 27, 2015
From the first time I heard the story of Icarus flying out of the labyrinth Greek mythology fascinated me. Clearly I’m not the only person who feels this way. Thousands…
Chris Brown Has Masterpiece Tattooed on his Head
August 25, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text Who would have known that Chris Brown was such a fan of fine art? The hip hop artist paid a visit to Ink Studio Tattoos…
MJ and Kobe Face Off In These Tattoos
August 21, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows The Text The back of this man’s legs will forever be locked into an epic battle of one-on-one thanks to his tattoos. On one calf you have…
Tattooed Model Tina Louise
August 20, 2015
From the second we posted a picture of the lovely Tina Louise on to your Instagram the likes just started pouring in. It was an avalanche of adoration for the…
Convention Ink – Wildwood
August 19, 2015
Welcome to the latest edition of Convention Ink, a new feature on Inkedmag.com where we will feature some of the best work done at notable tattoo conventions around the world.…
You Want These Skull Tattoos, You Need These Skulls
August 13, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
Rat Tattoos
July 31, 2015
Some people love rats, some people hate rats and many people, myself included, are afraid of them. Even the haters can’t deny that they are fascinating creatures who are more…
17 Chola Tattoos
July 29, 2015
This list is all about Southern California style where one of the most popular tattoo subjects happens to be beautiful women. Whether you call them chola tattoos, hyna tattoos, or…
Catch a Sneak Peek of the New Freshly Inked with Tater Tatts
July 27, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The brand new August/September issue of Freshly Inked is just about to hit newsstands. Before you run out and pick up your copy bursting at…
Robin Williams Tribute Tattoos
July 21, 2015
Robin Williams once said, “You’re only given one little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” Today, on what would have been his 64th birthday, we celebrate the Academy Award-winning…
Aztec Tattoos
July 7, 2015
While the Aztec people may no longer be ruling Mexico their culture and art left a lasting impression that will always be with us. While much of their art was…
Tattoos of the Month
June 30, 2015
Every single day we keep you up-to-date with the finest tattoo art in the world on our Instagram. Thanks to the power of double tapping your phone we found out…
Forearm Tattoos
June 26, 2015
The forearm is one of the best places to get a tattoo. It’s a nice flat surface so it’s great for showing off a detailed piece. It’s often visible but…
Pug Tattoos
June 22, 2015
Thanks to a wide proliferation of hilarious videos on the internet we find ourselves in an era filled with love for pets. One of the most beloved of all of…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Incredible Tattoo Body Suits
June 15, 2015
When it comes to tattoos we believe the more the merrier so few things make us perk up more than seeing a badass body suit. Sometimes the work is from…
This Week’s Most Haunting Skull Tattoos
June 11, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
Tattoos that Use the Entire Hand
June 5, 2015
A new take on the hand tattoo has really taken off in the industry—tattooing the whole hand. Normally what we consider to be a hand tattoo will stop around the…
This Week’s Most Insane Skull Tattoos
May 20, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
A Preview of the Brand New Freshly Inked W/ Carlos Rojas
May 15, 2015
Carlos Rojas rose to prominence by tattooing a Breaking Bad sleeve so realistic that you can almost smell the chemicals coming off of Walter White’s HazMat suit, but the art…
Freehand Tattoos
May 11, 2015
Much like when people do the crossword in pen, there is something immensely impressive about tattoos that are done freehand on the skin. There is an added element of skill…
A Skull a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
May 7, 2015
At any given moment there is a tattoo artist somewhere around the world tattooing a skull, that’s how popular they are. One of the reasons that they are so popular,…
Tattoos Inspired by Mexican Culture
May 5, 2015
Today is Cinco de Mayo, the anniversary of when General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin was able to lead the Mexican army to an unlikely victory over the French at the Battle…
How Old Is Your Tattoo?
May 1, 2015
If you are anything like me you have spent the last 24 hours playing on HowOld.net. The Microsoft run website analyzes pictures that you upload to tell you the age…
Stupendous Stomach Tattoos
April 30, 2015
We’ve shared a list of stomach tattoos with you in the past but there are so many amazing pieces that we needed to double down and share more with you.…
Skull Tattoos You’re Dying To See
April 27, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
Convention Ink – Baltimore
April 24, 2015
Welcome to the latest edition of Convention Ink, a new feature on Inkedmag.com where we will feature some of the best work done at notable tattoo conventions around the world.…
Convention Ink – Devil’s Hollow Tattoo Festival
April 22, 2015
Welcome to the latest edition of Convention Ink, a new feature on Inkedmag.com where we will feature some of the best work done at notable tattoo conventions around the world.…
Roses Are Red, But Sometimes They’re Black and Grey
March 31, 2015
Today’s skull of the day is this absolutely phenomenal in-progress back piece by the super talented Joe Matisa. Matisa first got his start in the tattoo industry at the incredibly…
The Sweetest Smelling Rose
March 30, 2015
Autumn Rose, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, is just as colorful and unique in personality as the flower from which she takes her name, and with bright red hair…
Witchy Woman
March 13, 2015
Before we call today’s Inked Girl of the Day “bewitching” we want to assure you that we mean this in the “her beauty cast a spell on us” sort of…
Getting Sweaty with Isabel
February 25, 2015
Going to the gym to work off the many pounds obtained over a winter of near-hibernation can be a hell of a drag. Just about the only thing that makes…
You Have to See this British Bombshell
February 20, 2015
Anna Sherdley-Davies, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, comes to us from Blackpool in the United Kingdom. It’s hard to think of a city with a more badass name than…
The World’s Prettiest Pirate
February 18, 2015
“I must have been a pirate in another life,” Sarah Giampapa explains. “All I want to do is drink rum and break the law.” While being a pirate was probably…
50 Shades of Black and Grey
February 13, 2015
Remember all the hoopla about Fifty Shades of Grey. It got to the point where you heard it so many times that you started to tune out whenever you heard…
That’s Using Your Head
February 11, 2015
Ivano Natale was really using his head when he designed the amazing tattoo you see above. OK, that was a bad joke, we’re sorry. Please don’t let our poor attempt…
Sweet Dreams Are Made of Her
February 10, 2015
When it comes to picking out her favorite tattoo Janette Leia Jones, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, doesn’t even have to think about it—it’s her dreamcatcher. Janette got the…
Tattoo Madness Tournament – Black and Grey Round 2
March 20, 2014
Black and Grey week 2 is here! Check out the amazing artists participating.
Tattoo Madness Tournament – Black and Grey Round 1
March 13, 2014
Throughout the month of March we will put up posts with a series of matchups pitting two artists against each other so you can vote for a favorite.
SullenTV: Portfolio Peek with Alvin Chong
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SullenTV: Portfolio Peek with Alvin Chong
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March 10, 2023
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January 6, 2023
If you're looking for some smooth black-and-grey realism, Justin Sandelli is the man to see
Artist Spotlight: Caro Montoya
December 16, 2021
Specializing in black-and-grey realism, tattoo artist Caro Montoya is making a name for herself.
Artist Spotlight: Becky Salter
November 8, 2021
Becky Salter is producing some of the finest black-and-grey in all of Australia.
Artist Spotlight: Facundo Gil
November 2, 2021
We spoke with black-and-grey guru Facundo Gil about where his love for the style came from, how he got into tattooing and much more.
Jason Voorhees Tattoos for Friday the 13th
November 13, 2020
Run for the hills, it's almost Friday the 13th and Jason's on the rampage
These Dog Tattoos Are Sure to Win Best of Show
November 26, 2019
Before watching The National Dog Show enjoy these tattoos of some very good boys
Tattoos Celebrating Our Caffeine Addiction
November 8, 2019
It's National Cappuccino Day, so let's break out those coffee tattoos
Inked Presents Badass TV – Freddy Negrete
August 21, 2018
Inked is lucky to present the latest project from the modern day Renaissance man Evan Seinfeld, Badass TV. Whether he is rocking faces off in one of the many bands…
Delicate Dot Work. Powerful Tattoos! — Oshin Ink
May 31, 2017
Balance and Strength in Ink! As we all know there are different styles when it comes to tattooing — traditional, realism, tribal, watercolor, etc., and all tattoos project strength regardless…
Meet Tattooed Witch Taking Over Instagram
May 19, 2017
She’s an Actual Tattooed Witch Whose Curves Are Sure to Put a Love Spell on You Stevie Nicks, Frank Llyod Wright, and Björk—what do these three celebrities have in common…
PHOTO GALLERY: Killer Chest Tattoos
March 24, 2017
20 Sick Chest Tattoos That’ll Leave You Floored Around here we believe that if you’re going to get your chest tattoo, you either go big or go home. The chest…
Toronto Tattoo Artist Raising Awareness About Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
March 22, 2017
Jennifer Liles, a tattoo artist based in Toronto, is doing her part to raise awareness about the plight of missing and murdered indigenous women in Canada, by donating a day’s…
Rapper Freddie Gibbs Honors Daughter with Sweet Portrait Tattoo
March 16, 2017
Rapper Freddie Gibbs, born Fredrick Tipton, may be one of the toughest rappers in the game, best known for his ferocious lyricism and smooth delivery, but he obviously has a…
The Astonishing Black and Grey Realism Work of YZ Asencio
March 10, 2017
20 Awe-Inspiring YZ Asencio Realism Tattoos YZ Asencio is pound for pound one of the sickest black and grey photorealism artists in the game. His portraiture work is on point, and…
Jacob Whitesides Gets a Tattoo That’s Out of This World
February 24, 2017
Tennessee-born singer-songwriter Jacob Whitesides may make his living melting the hearts of ladies across the country, but once upon a time, the 19-year-old dreamt of being an astronaut, an adorable…
Alice in Wonderland Inspired Tattoos
February 22, 2017
From the moment it was published Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll captivated the minds of children the world over. The popular fairy tale was made into an even more…
Jessica Alba Met a Cop with a Tattoo of Her Face
February 2, 2017
Jessica Alba gets the surprise of her life when a cop stops her, not to issue her a ticket, but to show her a tattoo he got done inspired by…
VIDEO GALLERY: 20 Awesome Tattoos
January 25, 2017
Rather than hit you with our typical–yet still awesome – photo galleries of tattoos, we kicked it up a notch, and brought you a video gallery of tattoos—straight from some of your…
The Walking Dead: Last Half Season 7 Synopsis Released
January 11, 2017
Suffice it to say that the mid-season seven finale of The Walking Dead left us all thirsty like Lucille. With Rick and the gang reunited at the Hilltop seemingly revving…
Krampus Tattoos
November 28, 2016
Here in the United States we know only of Santa Claus—the lovable fella who goes around the world to give children presents on Christmas. And while St. Nick has a…
Lady Gaga’s Tattoos
November 11, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It’s no secret that Lady Gaga is a force to be reckoned with. Holding the moniker of “Mother Monster” to her loyal fans (or “Little…
Thigh Tattoos
August 24, 2016
Regardless of style preferences, thigh tattoos can be some of the most attractive tattoos out there. That is as long as they are placed correctly to fit each client. To…
Yallzee’s Eyeball Tattoos
August 8, 2016
They say that a person’s eyes are a window to their soul, we feel the same way about these eyeball tattoos. In this gallery curated by Yallzee you will see…
Yallzee’s Sugar Skull Tattoos
August 5, 2016
It can be Dia de los Muertos all year long with an amazing sugar skull tattoo. In a gallery curated by Yallzee, these tattoos are based off of the sweet…
Michael Douglas’ Son Shows Off Tattoos of His Dad and Grandpa
August 5, 2016
Cameron Douglas—son of actor Michael and grandson of Kirk—just got out of jail and is showing off his new outlook on life but also a huge tattoo in honor of…
What Tattoo Style Are You?
August 5, 2016
Like basically any other type of art form, there are an almost limitless number of different styles of tattoo art. While all tattoos are in the same medium (your skin)…
Harley-Davidson Tattoos
August 3, 2016
Since being founded in Milwaukee back in 1903 the words Harley-Davidson have been synonymous with badass. Naturally, tattoos and Harley-Davidson go together beautifully as an ultimate symbol of rebellion. Everyone…
A Preview of the Queens of Ink Issue of ‘Freshly Inked’
July 28, 2016
The brand new issue of Freshly Inked smashes the glass ceiling as it is our first ever all female issue! The Queens of Ink issue features 12 of the most…
Airplane Tattoos
July 25, 2016
When these artists designed the tattoos in this gallery they aimed for the clouds, literally. Man has always been fascinated by the idea of flight, so it should be no…
Quiz: What Tattoo Style Best Suits You?
July 18, 2016
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Biker Tattoos
July 14, 2016
Bikers take two things very seriously—their bike and their ink. When their not tearing it up on the highways of America you know they are spending time at the tattoo…
All Star Baseball Tattoos
July 12, 2016
Considering that baseball is our national pastime, one should not be surprised to see that there are a heck of a lot of baseball tattoos out there. There are so…
Yallzee’s Tattoos for Barbers
July 7, 2016
Tattoo artists and barbers have a lot in common. Simply put, they are the unsung heroes that make sure you are looking good. When you sit in the chair—whether it…
Beyond the Ink – The Lovely Madison Skye
June 22, 2016
Alysha Nett checks in with us as often as her busy schedule will allow to give her insight on modeling,tattoos and art. She even throws in a recipe from time…
Yallzee’s Shocking Tattoos
June 22, 2016
You used to be able to shock people merely by having a tattoo, these days it’s a bit more difficult than that. You need to have a truly unique and…
Yallzee’s Vampire Tattoos
June 17, 2016
This gallery of vampire tattoos made us think about how the mythical bloodsuckers actually have a lot in common with tattoos. For example, both vampires and tattoos will live forever…
Yallzee’s Rodent Tattoos
June 16, 2016
It’s hard to think of a more polarizing group of animals than rodents. Some people love them, some people hate them, but no body is in the middle. We’re guessing…
Yallzee’s Hardcore Tattoos
June 16, 2016
This gallery of tattoos is dedicated to only the most hardcore tattoo enthusiasts. When you tattoo your head, face, neck, or hands you are marking yourself among the elite of…
6 Inspiring Tattoos Dedicated to the Late Muhammad Ali
June 13, 2016
News of Muhammad Ali’s death on June 3 came as a shock to fans around the world, many of whom weren’t even born yet when the boxing legend fought his…
Chris Brown Gets a Tattoo of His Daughter
June 6, 2016
Chris Brown is no stranger to tattoos—he sports full sleeves and a couple on his dome—but his latest one is a bit different than the others in that it shows…
Yallzee’s Ganesh Tattoos
May 31, 2016
Ganesh is one of the most revered symbols in all of the world. The Hindu icon is worshipped all over the world and is a staple in Hindu inspired art,…
Preview of The Sexy New Inked Girls Featuring Riley Jensen
May 25, 2016
The brand new Inked Girls is available for digital download and it is absolutely bursting at the seams sexy tattooed women! We are absolutely head over heels over cover girl…
7 Stunning Black Back Tattoo Designs for Women
May 23, 2016
You may not expect to see a woman with a massive tattoo on her back, but the truth is, large back tattoos are becoming more and more popular, and they…
A Sneak Preview of July’s ‘Freshly Inked’
May 17, 2016
For the latest issue of Freshly Inked we have done something that we have never done before—we based the issue around famed tattoo collector Yallzee. As guest editor of this…
‘Blindspot’ Star Adds a Permanent Tattoo to Her Collection
May 5, 2016
Every week Jaimie Alexander appears in living rooms across the country as the heavily tattooed Jane Doe on the drama Blindspot; now the star has gone and added a real tattoo to…
Yallzee’s Star Wars Tattoos for May The Fourth
May 4, 2016
This gallery contains 17 phenomenal Star Wars tattoos; #7 will have you longing to turn to the dark side of the Force. The Force is strong with these Star Wars…
Yallzee’s Knee Tattoos
May 3, 2016
This gallery contains 17 remarkable knee tattoos, #14 will make you jump right out of your skin! One of the easiest ways to tell if someone is a tough guy…
Yallzee’s Solid Bold Back Pieces
May 2, 2016
You don’t want to miss Yallzee’s 20 mind blowing back pieces. The tattoo in photo #8 is insane! You can’t go wrong with a collection of back pieces crafted in…
Yallzee’s Incredible Cat Tattoos
April 29, 2016
This gallery has 20 incredible cat tattoos, #9 will give you new respect for the King of the Jungle. Cats come in all shapes and sizes, as do cat tattoos.…
Yallzee’s Remarkable 3D Tattoos
April 29, 2016
Get ready for 19 3D tattoos that will warp your mind, you’ll never believe that #7 is a real tattoo. It’s truly amazing what tattoo artists can do nowadays. As…
Yallzee’s Fantastic Foot Tattoos
April 28, 2016
This gallery contains 19 fantastic foot tattoos, #13 will have you curling your toes. There are very few places more painful to get tattooed than your foot, so you have…
Yallzee’s Amazing Neck Tattoos
April 27, 2016
This gallery contains 22 outstanding neck tattoos, once you see #10 you’ll be inspired to get your very own neck tattoo! Getting a neck tattoo is a huge decision that…
Yallzee’s Amazing Black & Grey Tattoos You May Have Missed
April 25, 2016
This gallery contains 23 amazing black & grey tattoos, tattoo #5 will leave you in awe. There are so many phenomenal tattoo artists specializing in black & grey tattoos that…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Cover Up Tattoos
April 22, 2016
This gallery features 20 tattoo mistakes that were transformed into works of art. Cover up #13 will leave you in absolute awe. Sometimes even the best of us end up…
Yallzee’s Tattoos for Music Lovers
April 12, 2016
This Gallery contains 21 tattoos for every music lover, #16 is going to make all the rockers scream. These tattoos for music lovers show that we not only like to…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Skull Tattoos Part 2
April 7, 2016
This gallery contains 20 tremendous skull tattoos, we bet that #15 will absolutely blow your mind! It’s impossible to consider yourself a fan of tattoos and tattoo art without having…
Yallzee’s Out of this World Alien Tattoos
March 30, 2016
Every time I stare up at the night sky I can’t help but marvel at the hundreds of stars before me. Yes, I know there are literally millions of stars,…
Flaming Skull Tattoos
March 30, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text Let’s pretend that you are on an all tattoo episode of The Family Feud. Can you picture it? Richard Dawson, Steve Harvey or whoever you…
Yallzee’s Amazing Chest Tattoos for Men and Women
March 29, 2016
Most tattooers get visibly excited when they have a chance to work on an entire chest piece. It is such an enormous piece of real estate and there are so…
Tattoos for Bartenders
March 24, 2016
It’s time we give bartenders a little bit of love. They really do the lord’s work; can you imagine still cracking a smile while serving drinks to pushy drunks for…
Pairs of Tattoos
March 22, 2016
What’s better than one tattoo? Why, a pair of tattoos, of course. Each half of these tattoos could stand alone and be great, but when they are paired with another…
Yallzee’s Amazing Lettering Tattoos
March 21, 2016
The uninitiated may believe that tattooing script should be one of the easiest things to accomplish, but let it be known that many of the most renowned artists in the…
Awesome Tattoos Inspired by Mickey Mouse
March 18, 2016
Who would have ever thought that a mouse would eventually rule the world of entertainment? That would be crazy. But that’s just what Mickey Mouse, and more importantly the people…
Yallzee’s Gorgeous Rose Tattoos
March 17, 2016
It doesn’t matter if you are a man or a woman, every romantic love roses. The delicate flowers are simply beautiful, and even more beautiful when they are the subject…
Yallzee’s Tremendous Black and Grey Back Pieces
March 16, 2016
When it comes to TVs we demand to be able to see every color in the rainbow, but when we’re talking about tattoos we don’t mind kicking it old school…
Freshly Inked Preview With Guest Editor BJ Betts
March 14, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text We’re happy to present a very special issue of Freshly Inked guest edited by BJ Betts. We told the lettering master to get together a…
Snow White Tattoos
March 9, 2016
Hi ho. Hi ho. Off to get tattooed we go… The tale of Snow White is one of those very rare stories that virtually everyone knows. It’s easy to fall…
Yallzee’s Women With Amazing Tattoos
March 3, 2016
If we’ve said it once we’ve said it a million times—nothing enhances a woman’s beauty quite like a perfectly placed tattoo. Or body suit, for that matter. Yallzee has curated…
Yallzee’s Tattoos of Dark Imagery
February 29, 2016
If you are prone to nightmares you may not want to venture any further, this gallery is strictly for the brave. But if you are the type of person who…
Yallzee’s Mesmerizing Eye Tattoos
February 26, 2016
They say that our eyes are the window to our souls; we find that this is also true in the tattooed version of eyes. Whenever I see a tattoo of…
Yallzee’s Grab Bag of Beyond Impressive Tattoos
February 25, 2016
We spend so much time putting tattoos into neat little categories, like color biomechanical using pre-Industrial Revolution technology or ultra-realistic black and grey portraiture of children, that sometimes we lose…
Yallzee’s Incredible Hand Tattoos
February 24, 2016
We’ve got to hand it to these tattoo artists. OK, that was a terrible joke. But you know what’s not terrible? These incredible hand tattoos! Once your hands are tattooed…
Yallzee’s Amazing Skull Tattoos Part 1
February 24, 2016
We are guessing that if there was any possible way to catalog every tattoo that’s ever been inked—and trust us, this is impossible, we have tried—skull tattoos would be the…
Tattoos Inspired by Federico Bebber
February 22, 2016
Federico Bebber is an Italian digital artist who specializes in creating surreal and haunting portraits by altering photographs. His work has been reproduced or used as inspiration by tattoo artists…
Yallzee Presents 21 Amazing Small Bangers
February 16, 2016
While we heap praise on back pieces and full body suits that doesn’t mean we can’t throw some love towards the little bangers. An artist can still spend an immense…
Tattoos by Sandry Riffard
February 5, 2016
Every tattoo artist has done 1,000 skull tattoos in their time, so it takes a very special effort to stand out from all the rest. Sandry Riffard‘s black and grey…
Freshly Inked Preview With Carlos Torres
January 21, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The new issue of Freshly Inked is about to hit the newsstands and you will not believe what we’ve got in store for you. Every…
Tattoos by Megan Hoogland
January 5, 2016
Megan Hoogland, a tattoo artist out of Mankato, Minn., has always stunned us with the diversity of her portfolio. Hoogland is able to switch between black & grey and color;…
Tattooed Model Kylie Rae
December 30, 2015
From the second we first posted a picture of the lovely Kylie Rae on our Instagram you guys have been clamoring to see more of her. If we are anything,…
Tattooed Model Tasha Mackenzie
December 14, 2015
The Gold Coast of Australia is home to some of the most beautiful women in the world, including the gorgeous Tasha Mackenzie. Tasha is a bit of a double feature.…
Modified Skull Tattoos
November 9, 2015
Skulls have been a popular subject for tattoo artists across all styles, from American Traditional to photorealism and beyond. They are classic, readable, and popular due to the fact that…
Tattoos that Stand the Test of Time
November 4, 2015
Over the past few decades, the tattoo industry has seen a rapid increase in the number of tattoo styles and designs that a person can choose from. Ten years ago,…
Tattoos From ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’
October 28, 2015
If you grew up in the 1980s chances are that Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark was a very formative book for you. Either you loved the collection of…
Irresistible Hand and Finger Tattoos
October 26, 2015
For those who are familiar with the process of getting a tattoo, you know very well that the hands and fingers can be a pretty sensitive spot to get inked.…
Jose Bautista’s Epic Bat Flip Will Live Forever
October 16, 2015
When Jose Bautista teed off on a 1-1 pitch in the seventh inning of the decisive Game 5 of the ALDS you just knew that it was a home run…
Eerie Skulls!
October 15, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
All Seeing Eye Tattoos
October 1, 2015
You can never escape the sight of the all seeing eye, so why not pay homage to it with a cool tattoo. The symbol, also known as the Eye of…
Moon Tattoos
September 28, 2015
Last night, Sunday, September 27th between 10pm and 12am EST, we witnessed what has been called the “super blood moon” eclipse. This occurred because the moon was at what is…
Evil Clown Tattoos
September 24, 2015
We don’t care what their intentions are, clowns are terrifying. They may seem friendly, but we know what lies underneath. Perhaps it’s because I’ve read It a few too many…
Cacti Tattoos
September 23, 2015
The perfect companion for people who have killed every plant they own, the cactus is a rare and adaptable breed of plant. The word ‘cactus’ dates all the way back…
Give Yourself A Scare With These Skull Tattoos
September 22, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
A Tattoo Artist’s Take on the Ink-centric ‘Blindspot’
September 18, 2015
Unless you are a survivalist living in a bunker 50 meters underground you have seen advertisements for NBC’s “Blindspot.” In an epic marketing blitz NBC has covered every billboard, train…
Tattoo Collector Yuki Ikeda
September 4, 2015
In this version of SullenTV’s Tattoo Collector series we meet Yuki Ikeda, a collector from Oakland, California. While he had a couple of little scratcher type tattoos previously, it wasn’t…
Mythological Tattoos
August 27, 2015
From the first time I heard the story of Icarus flying out of the labyrinth Greek mythology fascinated me. Clearly I’m not the only person who feels this way. Thousands…
Chris Brown Has Masterpiece Tattooed on his Head
August 25, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text Who would have known that Chris Brown was such a fan of fine art? The hip hop artist paid a visit to Ink Studio Tattoos…
MJ and Kobe Face Off In These Tattoos
August 21, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows The Text The back of this man’s legs will forever be locked into an epic battle of one-on-one thanks to his tattoos. On one calf you have…
Tattooed Model Tina Louise
August 20, 2015
From the second we posted a picture of the lovely Tina Louise on to your Instagram the likes just started pouring in. It was an avalanche of adoration for the…
Convention Ink – Wildwood
August 19, 2015
Welcome to the latest edition of Convention Ink, a new feature on Inkedmag.com where we will feature some of the best work done at notable tattoo conventions around the world.…
You Want These Skull Tattoos, You Need These Skulls
August 13, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
Rat Tattoos
July 31, 2015
Some people love rats, some people hate rats and many people, myself included, are afraid of them. Even the haters can’t deny that they are fascinating creatures who are more…
17 Chola Tattoos
July 29, 2015
This list is all about Southern California style where one of the most popular tattoo subjects happens to be beautiful women. Whether you call them chola tattoos, hyna tattoos, or…
Catch a Sneak Peek of the New Freshly Inked with Tater Tatts
July 27, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The brand new August/September issue of Freshly Inked is just about to hit newsstands. Before you run out and pick up your copy bursting at…
Robin Williams Tribute Tattoos
July 21, 2015
Robin Williams once said, “You’re only given one little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” Today, on what would have been his 64th birthday, we celebrate the Academy Award-winning…
Aztec Tattoos
July 7, 2015
While the Aztec people may no longer be ruling Mexico their culture and art left a lasting impression that will always be with us. While much of their art was…
Tattoos of the Month
June 30, 2015
Every single day we keep you up-to-date with the finest tattoo art in the world on our Instagram. Thanks to the power of double tapping your phone we found out…
Forearm Tattoos
June 26, 2015
The forearm is one of the best places to get a tattoo. It’s a nice flat surface so it’s great for showing off a detailed piece. It’s often visible but…
Pug Tattoos
June 22, 2015
Thanks to a wide proliferation of hilarious videos on the internet we find ourselves in an era filled with love for pets. One of the most beloved of all of…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Cross Tattoos
June 18, 2015
As a sign of faith, cross tattoos are very popular. While the cross is a very simple image these artists have thrown in a dose of creativity to make some…
Incredible Tattoo Body Suits
June 15, 2015
When it comes to tattoos we believe the more the merrier so few things make us perk up more than seeing a badass body suit. Sometimes the work is from…
This Week’s Most Haunting Skull Tattoos
June 11, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
Tattoos that Use the Entire Hand
June 5, 2015
A new take on the hand tattoo has really taken off in the industry—tattooing the whole hand. Normally what we consider to be a hand tattoo will stop around the…
This Week’s Most Insane Skull Tattoos
May 20, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
A Preview of the Brand New Freshly Inked W/ Carlos Rojas
May 15, 2015
Carlos Rojas rose to prominence by tattooing a Breaking Bad sleeve so realistic that you can almost smell the chemicals coming off of Walter White’s HazMat suit, but the art…
Freehand Tattoos
May 11, 2015
Much like when people do the crossword in pen, there is something immensely impressive about tattoos that are done freehand on the skin. There is an added element of skill…
A Skull a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
May 7, 2015
At any given moment there is a tattoo artist somewhere around the world tattooing a skull, that’s how popular they are. One of the reasons that they are so popular,…
Tattoos Inspired by Mexican Culture
May 5, 2015
Today is Cinco de Mayo, the anniversary of when General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin was able to lead the Mexican army to an unlikely victory over the French at the Battle…
How Old Is Your Tattoo?
May 1, 2015
If you are anything like me you have spent the last 24 hours playing on HowOld.net. The Microsoft run website analyzes pictures that you upload to tell you the age…
Stupendous Stomach Tattoos
April 30, 2015
We’ve shared a list of stomach tattoos with you in the past but there are so many amazing pieces that we needed to double down and share more with you.…
Skull Tattoos You’re Dying To See
April 27, 2015
Do you remember the first tattoo you ever saw? It was a skull tattoo, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah it was. Skulls have always been one of the most popular subject…
Convention Ink – Baltimore
April 24, 2015
Welcome to the latest edition of Convention Ink, a new feature on Inkedmag.com where we will feature some of the best work done at notable tattoo conventions around the world.…
Convention Ink – Devil’s Hollow Tattoo Festival
April 22, 2015
Welcome to the latest edition of Convention Ink, a new feature on Inkedmag.com where we will feature some of the best work done at notable tattoo conventions around the world.…
Roses Are Red, But Sometimes They’re Black and Grey
March 31, 2015
Today’s skull of the day is this absolutely phenomenal in-progress back piece by the super talented Joe Matisa. Matisa first got his start in the tattoo industry at the incredibly…
The Sweetest Smelling Rose
March 30, 2015
Autumn Rose, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, is just as colorful and unique in personality as the flower from which she takes her name, and with bright red hair…
Witchy Woman
March 13, 2015
Before we call today’s Inked Girl of the Day “bewitching” we want to assure you that we mean this in the “her beauty cast a spell on us” sort of…
Getting Sweaty with Isabel
February 25, 2015
Going to the gym to work off the many pounds obtained over a winter of near-hibernation can be a hell of a drag. Just about the only thing that makes…
You Have to See this British Bombshell
February 20, 2015
Anna Sherdley-Davies, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, comes to us from Blackpool in the United Kingdom. It’s hard to think of a city with a more badass name than…
The World’s Prettiest Pirate
February 18, 2015
“I must have been a pirate in another life,” Sarah Giampapa explains. “All I want to do is drink rum and break the law.” While being a pirate was probably…
50 Shades of Black and Grey
February 13, 2015
Remember all the hoopla about Fifty Shades of Grey. It got to the point where you heard it so many times that you started to tune out whenever you heard…
That’s Using Your Head
February 11, 2015
Ivano Natale was really using his head when he designed the amazing tattoo you see above. OK, that was a bad joke, we’re sorry. Please don’t let our poor attempt…
Sweet Dreams Are Made of Her
February 10, 2015
When it comes to picking out her favorite tattoo Janette Leia Jones, today’s Inked Girl of the Day, doesn’t even have to think about it—it’s her dreamcatcher. Janette got the…
Tattoo Madness Tournament – Black and Grey Round 2
March 20, 2014
Black and Grey week 2 is here! Check out the amazing artists participating.
Tattoo Madness Tournament – Black and Grey Round 1
March 13, 2014
Throughout the month of March we will put up posts with a series of matchups pitting two artists against each other so you can vote for a favorite.
SullenTV: Portfolio Peek with Alvin Chong
September 27, 2013
SullenTV: Portfolio Peek with Alvin Chong