New Zealand Appoints First Foreign Minister With Māori Facial Tattoos
November 6, 2020
Nanaia Mahuta first made waves as the first women in parliament to wear the traditional lip and chin tattoos.
Could the Future of Tattooing Be Needleless?
October 13, 2020
Scientists at the University of Twente have come up with a needleless injection system. What could this mean for tattooing?
Chris Evans Shows Off His Tattoos
October 8, 2020
Fans of Captain America were treated to a rare peek at the many tattoos covering his torso.
Tattoos Cost This French Kindergarten Teacher His Job
September 29, 2020
Sylvain Helaine lost his job teaching kindergarten after complaints that his tattoos gave some children nightmares.
Japan’s Supreme Court Rules Tattooing Is Not a Medical Act
September 17, 2020
The ruling may pave the way for legal and regulated tattooing in Japan.
Former ‘Ink Master’ Contestant Daniel Silva Sentenced to Jail
August 26, 2020
The tattooer was sentenced to 364 days in jail in wake of the May crash that killed YouTube star Corey La Barrie.
After Waiting 103 Years, This Grandmother Finally Got A Tattoo
August 17, 2020
Getting a tattoo was on Dorothy Pollock's bucket list, so she rang in her birthday with her first ink.
Post Malone Gets Tattooed At the Dentist’s Office
August 10, 2020
Post Malone did some truly impressive multi-tasking over the weekend as he had dental surgery and got a new tattoo at the same time.
Jake Paul’s House Searched by FBI Agents
August 5, 2020
Details are still coming out about why the YouTube star's house was raided while he was out of state.
Tattoo Artist Daniel Silva Pleads No-Contest to Manslaughter
July 16, 2020
The former "Ink Master" contestant was arrested after being behind the wheel in the car crash that killed YouTube star Corey La Barrie.
Chris Rock and His Daughter Get Their First Tattoos
July 16, 2020
The iconic comedian and his daughter visited Bang Bang to get a pair of tattoos inspired by artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Hayden Panettiere Shows Off a New(ish) Tattoo
June 8, 2020
The "Nashville" star made her Instagram public over the weekend, and one of her first posts was a picture of a tattoo on the back of her neck.
Training for a Post-Lockdown World
June 5, 2020
We spoke with Ben Pfeiffer, CEO of Indigo Medical Training, about airborne pathogen training and how it could help the tattoo industry.
Cardi B Shows Off a Sexy New Back Tattoo
May 27, 2020
After 60 hours of work by tattooer Jamie Schene, Cardi B's enormous new tattoo is absolutely gorgeous.
Matt Lauer Got a Hilariously Terrible Tattoo
May 21, 2020
The disgraced former NBC anchor was spotted with a very questionable new tattoo.
Presley Gerber Adds a Tough New Tattoo
May 20, 2020
Thanks to a new tattoo, the model now has barbed wire wrapped around his knuckles.
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April 29, 2020
Chris Woodhead has been marking each day of lockdown by tattooing himself. We spoke with him about his project, staying sane and, of course, "Tiger King."
Patriots Kicker Justin Rohrwasser Plans to Cover Tattoo
April 27, 2020
The fifth-round draft pick found himself amid controversy over a tattoo linked to a far-right paramilitary group.
Tattooers in Georgia Consider Whether to Reopen on Friday
April 23, 2020
Tattoo shops will be allowed to open their doors and resume business in the state on April 24. Here's how they feel about it.
Mike Tyson’s Planning to Tattoo It All
April 20, 2020
The 53-year-old boxing legend said that he's been thinking about adding a lot more ink to his body.
We Have Our First Joe Exotic Tattoo
April 8, 2020
Prepare yourself for one of the most perfect pieces of art you will ever witness.
How Tattooed Celebs Are Quarantining
April 6, 2020
With everything shut down, celebrities are taking to social media to show the ways they're filling the hours.
Tekashi 6ix9ine Released From Prison Due to Coronavirus Concerns
April 3, 2020
The controversial rapper was let out of prison four months early due to having a condition that makes him at risk for the virus.
Judge Rules NBA 2K Can Recreate LeBron’s Tattoos
March 31, 2020
The lawsuit was brought by a group that owned a copyright on the tattoo designs.
With Strip Clubs Closed, Boober Eats Offers Scantily Clad Delivery
March 24, 2020
As Portland shut down to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, one strip club owner saw a golden opportunity to diversify business.
Washington and Ohio Become First States to Close Tattoo Shops
March 19, 2020
Tattoo shops have joined many other retail businesses in being shuttered as officials respond to the threat of COVID-19.
2 Chainz Honors Kobe Bryant With Pair of Tattoos
February 12, 2020
The rapper became the latest celebrity to mourn the Lakers legend with some ink
Atari Set to Open a Series of Hotels
January 29, 2020
Here are some Atari tattoos to prepare you before you take a vacation to live out your 8-bit dreams.
Kobe Bryant and His Daughter Among the Nine Dead in Helicopter Crash
January 27, 2020
The NBA legend was on his way to a youth basketball game when the crash occurred.
Mr. Peanut Is Dead!
January 22, 2020
The beloved Planters mascot sacrifices himself to save Wesley Snipes and Matt Walsh in a new ad.
‘Monty Python’ Star Terry Jones Dead at 77
January 22, 2020
Jones directed "The Life of Brian" in addition to portraying countless characters throughout his years with the legendary sketch comedy outfit.
Lil’ Wayne’s Banging New Face Tattoo
January 20, 2020
The rapper's latest addition to his extensive collection of face tattoos is quite explosive.
Selena Gomez Visits Bang Bang for a ‘Rare’ Tattoo
January 16, 2020
The pop star celebrated the release of her new album with a tiny neck tattoo
The ‘Jeopardy!’ GOAT Has Been Crowned
January 15, 2020
After a mighty battle over the course of four nights, Ken Jennings proved he is the greatest of all time.
Robots Are Here to Take Your Tattoo Away
December 13, 2019
Lasers are so last decade, robots are the future of tattoo removal
Siblings Forced to Wait in Hiding For “End of Time”
October 17, 2019
Six siblings are found in a hidden room on their farmhouse
The Only Tattoo Artist in Scotland (in 1925)
December 21, 2018
Imagine what it would be like to be the one and only tattoo artist in your entire country. Pretty cool, right? Well, in 1925 Scottish tattoo artist Prince Vallar could…
Dr. Pimple Popper Pops Again
July 15, 2018
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21 Viral Tattoo News Stories From 2017
December 21, 2017
These Tattoo Stories Broke the Internet This Year This year, it was hard to keep track of all the crazy tattoo stories that came out. From disturbing face tattoos to…
Man with “Do Not Resuscitate” Tattoo Causes a Confusion of Ethics
December 6, 2017
The Dos And Don’ts of Hidden Message Tattoos What would you do when you read “Do Not Resuscitate” tattooed on someone’s chest, but your job, your mission, is to save…
Color Changing Tattoos! They’ll Make You Healthier and Happier!
May 30, 2017
The Doctor Will See Your Tattoo Now! The cutting edge researchers at both world renowned institutions — MIT Media Lab and Harvard Medical School have teamed up to create tattoo…
Giant Bunny Dies on United Airlines Flight! 65 Year-Old Ex-Playboy Bunny Furious!
May 9, 2017
Giant Rabbit Found Dead! The scandal ridden United Airlines has just been hit by another public relations “rocker” after a famous and super-valuable rabbit mysteriously died on one of its…
When You Die Have Your Tattoos Preserved! Here’s How!
April 24, 2017
Your Skin as Wall Art! Imagine the public outcry if a private art collector were to have their collection of Picassos, Rembrandts and Vermeers buried or cremated with them. And…
Are Mr. Burns, Ned Flanders and Otto Leaving Springfield?
November 16, 2016
Tattoo Gallery Follows The Text In a piece of news that will surely break hearts in Springfield and beyond, Harry Shearer has announced that he will be leaving The Simpsons…
Man Sent To Prison For Tattooing a Penis on Unsuspecting Woman’s Back
August 12, 2016
Editor’s Note: This story originally ran on 7/22/16 and has been updated to reflect recent developments. An Austrian man just learned that pranking someone can have some very serious consequences as…
Demi Lovato’s New Pinkie Finger Tattoo is Sure to Make You Smile!
August 10, 2016
Demi Lovato has plenty to smile about these days. She’s currently touring with one of her best friends and a fellow Disney alum, Nick Jonas, is enjoying immense success in…
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…
‘Suicide Squad’ Star, Jai Courtney, Got a Queensland Tattoo After Losing a Bet
August 4, 2016
Jai Courtney and his Suicide Squad co-stars opted for matching “Skwad” tattoos to commemorate their time together on the set of the highly-anticipated summer flick, many of which were done…
Heavy Metal Grandpa Gets Drowning Pool Tattoo and Rocks Out With Them
August 3, 2016
John Hetlinger is not the kind of man you would expect to be fronting a heavy metal band. But there the unassuming 82-year-old was, on a festival stage screaming along…
You Won’t Believe How This Guy Rates His Ex-Girlfriends
August 2, 2016
Some people write in a journal or save faded photographs to reminisce on old flames, but there’s one guy out there who has a far more unique method of remembering…
You Are Getting Very Sleepy… Can Hypnosis Ease Tattooing Pain?
July 25, 2016
If you’re addicted to tattoos, odds are, you have come to accept the pain. It’s just part of the process. Although some tattoos can be more painful than others. Getting…
Kristen Stewart’s New Tattoo is Her Motto for Life
July 20, 2016
Kristen Stewart has a few random tattoos scattered across her arms, but it’s her latest piece—the phrase “one more time with feeling” inked on her forearm—that really represents the actress’…
Tallulah Willis Removes Cactus Tattoo, Says She Needs to Stop Getting Inked
July 19, 2016
For years, Tallulah Willis has been systematically covering her body in tattoos—28 pieces to date—but she may be getting ready to turn over a new leaf, because the 22-year-old daughter…
First Look at The Terrifying Pennywise from the ‘It’ Remake
July 13, 2016
Clowns are terrifying. This is almost an indisputable fact. They were scary enough before horror legend Stephen King penned 1986’s It introduced us to the psychotic Pennywise the Dancing Clown,…
New Study Shows Earliest Tattoos Were Created With Volcanic Glass Tools
July 8, 2016
Every time a tattoo artist fires up their machine and goes to work they are continuing a tradition of body modification that started thousands of years ago. And while it…
Check Out 5SOS Singer Ashton Irwin’s Blackwork Bird Tattoo!
June 30, 2016
Blackwork tattoos are the hot new trend these days, and 5 Seconds of Summer singer Ashton Irwin is the latest celebrity to get in on the trend, adding a brand-new…
Shawn Mendes’ First-Ever Tattoo is Pretty Epic!
June 29, 2016
When Shawn Mendes decided to get his very first tattoo, the “Stitches” singer opted for an incredibly sentimental piece that represents not only his hometown pride, but his love for…
Kendall Jenner Designs a Tattoo for Her BFF Hailey Baldwin
June 28, 2016
Models Kendall Jenner and Hailey Baldwin have gotten inked together on more than one occasion, but their most recent trip to the tattoo shop was more special than ever, because…
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Alum Survives Orlando Shooting, Gets Pulse Tattoo to Honor Victims
June 21, 2016
Roxxxy Andrews, alumnus of RuPaul’s Drag Race reality show, was at Pulse the night Omar Mateen opened fire on club-goers and killed 49 people, and the drag queen has since…
Paris Jackson’s New Ink: the Eye of Horus, the Donnie Darko Rabbit and More
June 14, 2016
When Paris Jackson turned 18 years old back in April, she immediately began experimenting with tattoos, getting a “Queen of my heart” tattoo for her father, the late Michael Jackson, and…
Banksy Paints a Mural on Building Named After Him
June 6, 2016
When administrators returned to Bridge Farm Primary School in Bristol, England, after their half-term break they were greeted with quite an exciting surprise—a mural painted on the side of the…
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott Get Matching Ink Amid Marital Turmoil
May 23, 2016
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott’s marriage is like a really bad car accident that you just can’t look away from, and yet the two continue to cover their bodies in permanent…
Selena Gomez Rocking New Hip Tattoo Inspired by My Little Pony
May 11, 2016
Selena Gomez looked beautiful as ever in the Louis Vuitton dress she wore to the Met Gala on May 2, but it was the off-duty look the 23-year-old donned after…
Amazing 3,000-Year-Old Tattooed Mummy Discovered in Egypt
May 9, 2016
A startling discovery has been made by an archaeologist working in Egypt’s famed Valley of the Kings—a mummy with elaborate illustrative tattoos. This is not the first time that a…
Artist Illma Gore Attacked By Trump Supporter Over Drawing
May 3, 2016
Artist Illma Gore earned some notoriety about a month ago when she unveiled a pastel pencil drawing of a nude Donald Trump—complete with a notable micropenis—entitled Make America Great Again;…
Drew Barrymore Shares Sweet Story Behind ‘Olive and Frankie’ Wrist Tattoo
May 2, 2016
The wrist tattoo Drew Barrymore got of her daughters’ names in early April is adorable on its own, but the story behind the impromptu ink is even sweeter, if you ask…
Iggy Azalea Saves Nick Young From a Tattoo Disaster
April 28, 2016
Los Angeles Laker Nick Young came very close to learning the most important rule for script tattoos—always triple check the spelling—the hard way. Luckily his fiancée, rap sensation Iggy Azalea,…
There’s One Problem With Miley’s Jupiter Tattoo—It’s of Saturn
April 27, 2016
Pop superstar Miley Cyrus recently unveiled the most recent addition to her ever expanding tattoo collection—a small ringed planet that was inked by Lauren Winzer. We love the adorable, little tattoo.…
MMA Superstar Connor McGregor Announces Retirement on Twitter
April 19, 2016
UFC fans are absolutely losing their minds on Twitter right now as it appears that tattooed fighting sensation Connor McGregor has fought his last fight. The Irishman has yet to…
Johnny Manziel Catching Lots of Flack for New Hand Tattoos
April 18, 2016
Johnny Manziel may not be any closer to signing a contract with a new NFL team, but the former Cleveland Browns quarterback apparently has plenty of time (and money) to spend…
Why Chrissy Teigen Will Probably Never Get a John Legend Tattoo
April 14, 2016
If there was an award for the most perfect celebrity couple, Chrissy Teigen and John Legend would surely take it home year after year. Since tying the knot in September…
You Need to See Lea Michele’s Brand New Ink!
April 12, 2016
Lea Michele recently hit up a tattoo studio in New York City to get two of the most heartfelt tribute tattoos you will ever see. The actress most known for…
It’s Time to Free the Nipple
April 7, 2016
Have you ever wondered why men are allowed to walk around shirtless damn near anywhere that they want to while women are forced to cover up in public? It turns out…
Prison Break Star Puts Haters in their Place with Candid Letter on Depression, Body-Shaming
April 1, 2016
A meme featuring Prison Break actor Wentworth Miller was recently shared online by The LAD Bible, in an attempt to poke fun at the actor’s fluctuating weight, and the 43-year-old has hit back…
A Donald Trump Tattoo That Will Blow Your Mind
April 1, 2016
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Disney Bans Tattoos in Theme Parks
April 1, 2016
Announced today, Disney theme parks, including Walt Disney World Florida and Disneyland in Anaheim, are banning admittance to anyone with visible tattoos. Per The Walt Disney Company’s spokesperson for Consumer…
Ben Affleck’s Back Tattoo Is Fake!
March 21, 2016
Updated 3/21/16 Ben Affleck’s back tattoo is FAKE. Way to get one over on the media, Affleck. Turns out the massive phoenix tattoo, disliked by long-time ex Jennifer Lopez and ex-wife…
See Liam Payne’s New Tattoo by Nikko Hurtado
March 18, 2016
One Direction’s Liam Payne stopped in to see tattoo artist Nikko Hurtado of the Black Anchor Collective in Hesperia, California this week, and the singer left with a massive new half-sleeve…
Taking Down An Idiotic Anti Tattoo Facebook Page
March 11, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The internet can be a very dangerous place, as we all probably know by now. The most dangerous thing—other than the ability to spend thousands…
Six Celebrities You Didn’t Know Had Tattoos
March 6, 2016
Try as they might, it’s not easy for celebrities to keep much of anything secret these days, what with social media, the paparazzi and all those die-hard fans out there.…
Lily Collins—The Perfect Red Carpet Princess with a Sweet Fairytale Tattoo
March 3, 2016
British model and actress Lily Collins was the picture of perfection in the gold sequin Saint Laurent dress with the plunging neckline she wore to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in…
Five Celebrities Who Regret Their Relationship Tattoos
February 24, 2016
Some people think that love is forever, but at Inked we know that what’s really forever is a tribute tattoo. Sad as it is, getting a tattoo dedicated to your…
Ted Cruz Embraces His Tattooed Alter Ego
February 2, 2016
Early in 2014 we reported on what we thought was nothing more than a clever bit of street art satire—a poster featuring a tattooed Sen. Ted Cruz promoting his “Blacklisted…
Tattooing Ruled a ‘Protected Artistic Expression’ by Federal Court
January 4, 2016
While tattooing is far more accepted by the mainstream than it was a few decades ago, tattooists sometimes feel like they are fighting an uphill battle against local government. Business…
Motörhead’s Iconic Lemmy Kilmister Dies at Age 70
December 29, 2015
All of the great icons are identifiable by one name—Elvis. Jimi. Lemmy. Anyone who has ever banged their head to Motörhead more than once in their life, and we can’t…
Bang Bang Gives Kylie Jenner Some Sanity
December 28, 2015
Sanity is a hard thing to hold on to in this crazy world of ours, but that’s no longer a concern for Kylie Jenner. The Keeping Up with the Kardashians star…
The Top Tattoo Moments of 2015
December 16, 2015
In 2015, we were exposed to more “tattoo moments” than ever before. Tattooing is no longer an underground practice reserved for bikers or gang members, this business has made a…
The Top Celebrity Tattoos of 2015
December 16, 2015
Looking back, 2015 was a pretty eventful year. This past year we saw presidential candidates duke it out and gay marriage legalized in all 50 states. We said goodbye to…
Adam Levine Shares His ‘True Love’
December 15, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It seems like only yesterday that we were talking about the brand new back piece that Adam Levine was showing off. In reality it has…
This Tattoo Artist Didn’t Let Being Born Without Arms Derail His Dream
December 8, 2015
Photo Gallery and Video Follow the Text From an early age Brian Tagalog loved drawing and wanted to pursue a career as a tattoo artist. Tagalog put in a ton…
Harry Styles Gets Inked on ‘The Late Late Show’
December 4, 2015
James Corden really dodged a bullet on Thursday night’s episode of The Late Late Show. With British pop group and heartthrobs One Direction on the show Corden decided to play…
Scott Weiland, Former Stone Temple Pilots Frontman, Dies at 48
December 4, 2015
Scott Weiland, the former singer of iconic grunge band Stone Temple Pilots and supergroup Velvet Revolver, passed away in his sleep Thursday night. Weiland was discovered on his tour bus…
Former Disney Stars Who Are Now Tattooed
December 3, 2015
The 2000s were known as the golden age of Disney Channel programming. It was a time when Miley Cyrus was still Hannah Montana, Lizzie McGuire heavily influenced teeny bopper couture,…
Meet The Tattooed Hunk That Voiced ‘Hey Arnold’
November 24, 2015
It’s popular opinion that kid’s cartoons are not what they used to be, with the 90’s being the last time there were truly any worth watching. A fan favorite, and…
‘Ink Master’ Scott Marshall Dead at 41
October 27, 2015
Ink Master champion Scott Marshall has passed away at the age of 41. Learn how the community is reacting here.
Alec Baldwin Inspired Daughter Ireland’s Latest Ink
October 21, 2015
It wasn’t long ago that model Ireland Baldwin debuted a David Bowie portrait at New York Fashion Week, but now she has some new ink to add to her growing…
Raven-Symoné and AzMarie Livingston Split Up
October 20, 2015
One of our very favorite Hollywood couples—former child star Raven-Symoné and tattooed model AzMarie Livingston—have broken up. It is not yet known what caused the split, although according to the…
Hilarious Tattoo Sticks it to ‘The Man’
October 14, 2015
Like many shoppers at the Tesco Supermarket in Trowbridge, UK, Aden “DJ Vibe” Brown was frustrated when his local supermarket started charging for bags. While most people swallowed their rage…
Roseburg Strong – An Artist Does His Part to Help a Grieving Community
October 9, 2015
Up until last week Roseburg, Ore., was mostly anonymous outside of the Pacific Northwest. On October 1st the rural town became known to the rest of the nation when a…
Bieber Debuts His New Album Title With Ink
October 7, 2015
Bieber has done it again! America’s favorite tween heartthrob turned tattooed rebel has caught our attention yet again with the debut of some fresh ink, and this time it has…
An Examination of New York’s Single-Use Ink Law
September 15, 2015
When Inked first heard about the changes to New York State law that would require single-use ink to be used in tattooing we reached out to Tattoo Lou to get an…
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September 11, 2015
NYPD Officer Kevin Tassey’s Chilling Yet Uplifting 9/11 Experience As told to Kirstie Kovats Shredding through the forearm of retired NYPD officer Kevin Tassey are metal biomechanical gears (done by…
Michelle Knight’s Tattoo Story
September 10, 2015
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The Hilarious Penis Tattoo That Destroyed a Marriage (UPDATE)
August 31, 2015
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An Insider’s Take on Single Use Ink
August 27, 2015
Tattoo artists in New York state are scrambling to comply with a new law mandating the use of single use needles and ink. While the use of single use needles…
You Need to Hear What Kat Von D Thinks About Cecil The Lion
July 30, 2015
If you have been within 100 yards of a computer this week you have heard about the death of Cecil the Lion. After people learned the story of how a…
Ruby Rose and Justin Bieber Compare Ink
July 27, 2015
Just last week Ruby Rose damn near gave us a heart attack when she posted pictures of herself without any tattoos to her Instagram. Once again her Instagram has everyone…
Christy Mack Speaks About Alleged Attack by War Machine in HBO Interview
July 22, 2015
Last night Christy Mack appeared on HBO’s Real Sports to discuss the attack she suffered allegedly at the hands of her former boyfriend MMA fighter War Machine (born Jon Koppenhaver).…
Fast-Foodies Rejoice, The McDonald’s Secret Menu Exists!
July 21, 2015
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Jennifer Lawrence on Her New Tattoo: ‘I Should Have Googled It’
July 15, 2015
Before Jennifer Lawrence got a tattoo proclaiming her love of water she should have taken a second to remember what she learned in chemistry class. The Hunger Games star recently…
Poll Proves that Most People Don’t Regret Their Tattoos
July 14, 2015
“You’re going to regret those tattoos when you’re older.” If you have ink you probably can’t count the number of times that someone has said this to you. In the…
Devon Still To Accept ESPYS Award Without Inspiring Daughter
July 14, 2015
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June 23, 2015
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The World’s Most Tattooed Senior Passes Away
May 14, 2015
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Brantley Gilbert Backs the Second Amendment With Ink
May 6, 2015
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May 1, 2015
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April 15, 2015
After six days of deliberation a jury has found former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez guilty of first degree murder in the killing of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez, who…
The Story Behind this Man’s Tattoo Will Warm Your Heart
March 3, 2015
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January 20, 2015
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NY Gov. Cuomo Outlaws Pet Tattoos
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New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a law banning cosmetic tattoos and piercings on pets, calling it animal abuse. Inspired by a viral incident involving a tattooed dog, the law aims to end these cruel practices. Exceptions are made for identification and medical reasons.
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December 1, 2014
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Tattoos are believed to be one of the world’s oldest art forms, though due to the mortality of art on skin, people usually don’t get the chance to see ancient…
War Machine Charged with Attempted Murder in Christy Mack Beating
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May 19, 2014
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May 15, 2014
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June 5, 2020
We spoke with Ben Pfeiffer, CEO of Indigo Medical Training, about airborne pathogen training and how it could help the tattoo industry.
Cardi B Shows Off a Sexy New Back Tattoo
May 27, 2020
After 60 hours of work by tattooer Jamie Schene, Cardi B's enormous new tattoo is absolutely gorgeous.
Matt Lauer Got a Hilariously Terrible Tattoo
May 21, 2020
The disgraced former NBC anchor was spotted with a very questionable new tattoo.
Presley Gerber Adds a Tough New Tattoo
May 20, 2020
Thanks to a new tattoo, the model now has barbed wire wrapped around his knuckles.
Meet the Tattooer Who’s Been Tattooing Himself for 44 Days Straight… So Far
April 29, 2020
Chris Woodhead has been marking each day of lockdown by tattooing himself. We spoke with him about his project, staying sane and, of course, "Tiger King."
Patriots Kicker Justin Rohrwasser Plans to Cover Tattoo
April 27, 2020
The fifth-round draft pick found himself amid controversy over a tattoo linked to a far-right paramilitary group.
Tattooers in Georgia Consider Whether to Reopen on Friday
April 23, 2020
Tattoo shops will be allowed to open their doors and resume business in the state on April 24. Here's how they feel about it.
Mike Tyson’s Planning to Tattoo It All
April 20, 2020
The 53-year-old boxing legend said that he's been thinking about adding a lot more ink to his body.
We Have Our First Joe Exotic Tattoo
April 8, 2020
Prepare yourself for one of the most perfect pieces of art you will ever witness.
How Tattooed Celebs Are Quarantining
April 6, 2020
With everything shut down, celebrities are taking to social media to show the ways they're filling the hours.
Tekashi 6ix9ine Released From Prison Due to Coronavirus Concerns
April 3, 2020
The controversial rapper was let out of prison four months early due to having a condition that makes him at risk for the virus.
Judge Rules NBA 2K Can Recreate LeBron’s Tattoos
March 31, 2020
The lawsuit was brought by a group that owned a copyright on the tattoo designs.
With Strip Clubs Closed, Boober Eats Offers Scantily Clad Delivery
March 24, 2020
As Portland shut down to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, one strip club owner saw a golden opportunity to diversify business.
Washington and Ohio Become First States to Close Tattoo Shops
March 19, 2020
Tattoo shops have joined many other retail businesses in being shuttered as officials respond to the threat of COVID-19.
2 Chainz Honors Kobe Bryant With Pair of Tattoos
February 12, 2020
The rapper became the latest celebrity to mourn the Lakers legend with some ink
Atari Set to Open a Series of Hotels
January 29, 2020
Here are some Atari tattoos to prepare you before you take a vacation to live out your 8-bit dreams.
Kobe Bryant and His Daughter Among the Nine Dead in Helicopter Crash
January 27, 2020
The NBA legend was on his way to a youth basketball game when the crash occurred.
Mr. Peanut Is Dead!
January 22, 2020
The beloved Planters mascot sacrifices himself to save Wesley Snipes and Matt Walsh in a new ad.
‘Monty Python’ Star Terry Jones Dead at 77
January 22, 2020
Jones directed "The Life of Brian" in addition to portraying countless characters throughout his years with the legendary sketch comedy outfit.
Lil’ Wayne’s Banging New Face Tattoo
January 20, 2020
The rapper's latest addition to his extensive collection of face tattoos is quite explosive.
Selena Gomez Visits Bang Bang for a ‘Rare’ Tattoo
January 16, 2020
The pop star celebrated the release of her new album with a tiny neck tattoo
The ‘Jeopardy!’ GOAT Has Been Crowned
January 15, 2020
After a mighty battle over the course of four nights, Ken Jennings proved he is the greatest of all time.
Robots Are Here to Take Your Tattoo Away
December 13, 2019
Lasers are so last decade, robots are the future of tattoo removal
Siblings Forced to Wait in Hiding For “End of Time”
October 17, 2019
Six siblings are found in a hidden room on their farmhouse
The Only Tattoo Artist in Scotland (in 1925)
December 21, 2018
Imagine what it would be like to be the one and only tattoo artist in your entire country. Pretty cool, right? Well, in 1925 Scottish tattoo artist Prince Vallar could…
Dr. Pimple Popper Pops Again
July 15, 2018
The Grotesque Satisfaction Of Popping Human Pores This time, it’s more like cutting out, than popping, a huge lump from this woman’s back, that was caused by a benign fat…
21 Viral Tattoo News Stories From 2017
December 21, 2017
These Tattoo Stories Broke the Internet This Year This year, it was hard to keep track of all the crazy tattoo stories that came out. From disturbing face tattoos to…
Man with “Do Not Resuscitate” Tattoo Causes a Confusion of Ethics
December 6, 2017
The Dos And Don’ts of Hidden Message Tattoos What would you do when you read “Do Not Resuscitate” tattooed on someone’s chest, but your job, your mission, is to save…
Color Changing Tattoos! They’ll Make You Healthier and Happier!
May 30, 2017
The Doctor Will See Your Tattoo Now! The cutting edge researchers at both world renowned institutions — MIT Media Lab and Harvard Medical School have teamed up to create tattoo…
Giant Bunny Dies on United Airlines Flight! 65 Year-Old Ex-Playboy Bunny Furious!
May 9, 2017
Giant Rabbit Found Dead! The scandal ridden United Airlines has just been hit by another public relations “rocker” after a famous and super-valuable rabbit mysteriously died on one of its…
When You Die Have Your Tattoos Preserved! Here’s How!
April 24, 2017
Your Skin as Wall Art! Imagine the public outcry if a private art collector were to have their collection of Picassos, Rembrandts and Vermeers buried or cremated with them. And…
Are Mr. Burns, Ned Flanders and Otto Leaving Springfield?
November 16, 2016
Tattoo Gallery Follows The Text In a piece of news that will surely break hearts in Springfield and beyond, Harry Shearer has announced that he will be leaving The Simpsons…
Man Sent To Prison For Tattooing a Penis on Unsuspecting Woman’s Back
August 12, 2016
Editor’s Note: This story originally ran on 7/22/16 and has been updated to reflect recent developments. An Austrian man just learned that pranking someone can have some very serious consequences as…
Demi Lovato’s New Pinkie Finger Tattoo is Sure to Make You Smile!
August 10, 2016
Demi Lovato has plenty to smile about these days. She’s currently touring with one of her best friends and a fellow Disney alum, Nick Jonas, is enjoying immense success in…
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…
‘Suicide Squad’ Star, Jai Courtney, Got a Queensland Tattoo After Losing a Bet
August 4, 2016
Jai Courtney and his Suicide Squad co-stars opted for matching “Skwad” tattoos to commemorate their time together on the set of the highly-anticipated summer flick, many of which were done…
Heavy Metal Grandpa Gets Drowning Pool Tattoo and Rocks Out With Them
August 3, 2016
John Hetlinger is not the kind of man you would expect to be fronting a heavy metal band. But there the unassuming 82-year-old was, on a festival stage screaming along…
You Won’t Believe How This Guy Rates His Ex-Girlfriends
August 2, 2016
Some people write in a journal or save faded photographs to reminisce on old flames, but there’s one guy out there who has a far more unique method of remembering…
You Are Getting Very Sleepy… Can Hypnosis Ease Tattooing Pain?
July 25, 2016
If you’re addicted to tattoos, odds are, you have come to accept the pain. It’s just part of the process. Although some tattoos can be more painful than others. Getting…
Kristen Stewart’s New Tattoo is Her Motto for Life
July 20, 2016
Kristen Stewart has a few random tattoos scattered across her arms, but it’s her latest piece—the phrase “one more time with feeling” inked on her forearm—that really represents the actress’…
Tallulah Willis Removes Cactus Tattoo, Says She Needs to Stop Getting Inked
July 19, 2016
For years, Tallulah Willis has been systematically covering her body in tattoos—28 pieces to date—but she may be getting ready to turn over a new leaf, because the 22-year-old daughter…
First Look at The Terrifying Pennywise from the ‘It’ Remake
July 13, 2016
Clowns are terrifying. This is almost an indisputable fact. They were scary enough before horror legend Stephen King penned 1986’s It introduced us to the psychotic Pennywise the Dancing Clown,…
New Study Shows Earliest Tattoos Were Created With Volcanic Glass Tools
July 8, 2016
Every time a tattoo artist fires up their machine and goes to work they are continuing a tradition of body modification that started thousands of years ago. And while it…
Check Out 5SOS Singer Ashton Irwin’s Blackwork Bird Tattoo!
June 30, 2016
Blackwork tattoos are the hot new trend these days, and 5 Seconds of Summer singer Ashton Irwin is the latest celebrity to get in on the trend, adding a brand-new…
Shawn Mendes’ First-Ever Tattoo is Pretty Epic!
June 29, 2016
When Shawn Mendes decided to get his very first tattoo, the “Stitches” singer opted for an incredibly sentimental piece that represents not only his hometown pride, but his love for…
Kendall Jenner Designs a Tattoo for Her BFF Hailey Baldwin
June 28, 2016
Models Kendall Jenner and Hailey Baldwin have gotten inked together on more than one occasion, but their most recent trip to the tattoo shop was more special than ever, because…
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Alum Survives Orlando Shooting, Gets Pulse Tattoo to Honor Victims
June 21, 2016
Roxxxy Andrews, alumnus of RuPaul’s Drag Race reality show, was at Pulse the night Omar Mateen opened fire on club-goers and killed 49 people, and the drag queen has since…
Paris Jackson’s New Ink: the Eye of Horus, the Donnie Darko Rabbit and More
June 14, 2016
When Paris Jackson turned 18 years old back in April, she immediately began experimenting with tattoos, getting a “Queen of my heart” tattoo for her father, the late Michael Jackson, and…
Banksy Paints a Mural on Building Named After Him
June 6, 2016
When administrators returned to Bridge Farm Primary School in Bristol, England, after their half-term break they were greeted with quite an exciting surprise—a mural painted on the side of the…
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott Get Matching Ink Amid Marital Turmoil
May 23, 2016
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott’s marriage is like a really bad car accident that you just can’t look away from, and yet the two continue to cover their bodies in permanent…
Selena Gomez Rocking New Hip Tattoo Inspired by My Little Pony
May 11, 2016
Selena Gomez looked beautiful as ever in the Louis Vuitton dress she wore to the Met Gala on May 2, but it was the off-duty look the 23-year-old donned after…
Amazing 3,000-Year-Old Tattooed Mummy Discovered in Egypt
May 9, 2016
A startling discovery has been made by an archaeologist working in Egypt’s famed Valley of the Kings—a mummy with elaborate illustrative tattoos. This is not the first time that a…
Artist Illma Gore Attacked By Trump Supporter Over Drawing
May 3, 2016
Artist Illma Gore earned some notoriety about a month ago when she unveiled a pastel pencil drawing of a nude Donald Trump—complete with a notable micropenis—entitled Make America Great Again;…
Drew Barrymore Shares Sweet Story Behind ‘Olive and Frankie’ Wrist Tattoo
May 2, 2016
The wrist tattoo Drew Barrymore got of her daughters’ names in early April is adorable on its own, but the story behind the impromptu ink is even sweeter, if you ask…
Iggy Azalea Saves Nick Young From a Tattoo Disaster
April 28, 2016
Los Angeles Laker Nick Young came very close to learning the most important rule for script tattoos—always triple check the spelling—the hard way. Luckily his fiancée, rap sensation Iggy Azalea,…
There’s One Problem With Miley’s Jupiter Tattoo—It’s of Saturn
April 27, 2016
Pop superstar Miley Cyrus recently unveiled the most recent addition to her ever expanding tattoo collection—a small ringed planet that was inked by Lauren Winzer. We love the adorable, little tattoo.…
MMA Superstar Connor McGregor Announces Retirement on Twitter
April 19, 2016
UFC fans are absolutely losing their minds on Twitter right now as it appears that tattooed fighting sensation Connor McGregor has fought his last fight. The Irishman has yet to…
Johnny Manziel Catching Lots of Flack for New Hand Tattoos
April 18, 2016
Johnny Manziel may not be any closer to signing a contract with a new NFL team, but the former Cleveland Browns quarterback apparently has plenty of time (and money) to spend…
Why Chrissy Teigen Will Probably Never Get a John Legend Tattoo
April 14, 2016
If there was an award for the most perfect celebrity couple, Chrissy Teigen and John Legend would surely take it home year after year. Since tying the knot in September…
You Need to See Lea Michele’s Brand New Ink!
April 12, 2016
Lea Michele recently hit up a tattoo studio in New York City to get two of the most heartfelt tribute tattoos you will ever see. The actress most known for…
It’s Time to Free the Nipple
April 7, 2016
Have you ever wondered why men are allowed to walk around shirtless damn near anywhere that they want to while women are forced to cover up in public? It turns out…
Prison Break Star Puts Haters in their Place with Candid Letter on Depression, Body-Shaming
April 1, 2016
A meme featuring Prison Break actor Wentworth Miller was recently shared online by The LAD Bible, in an attempt to poke fun at the actor’s fluctuating weight, and the 43-year-old has hit back…
A Donald Trump Tattoo That Will Blow Your Mind
April 1, 2016
Video Follows the Text Here at Inkedmag.com we spend every waking second of our days looking at tattoos—good tattoos, bad tattoos, sexy tattoos, silly tattoos, scary tattoos and every other…
Disney Bans Tattoos in Theme Parks
April 1, 2016
Announced today, Disney theme parks, including Walt Disney World Florida and Disneyland in Anaheim, are banning admittance to anyone with visible tattoos. Per The Walt Disney Company’s spokesperson for Consumer…
Ben Affleck’s Back Tattoo Is Fake!
March 21, 2016
Updated 3/21/16 Ben Affleck’s back tattoo is FAKE. Way to get one over on the media, Affleck. Turns out the massive phoenix tattoo, disliked by long-time ex Jennifer Lopez and ex-wife…
See Liam Payne’s New Tattoo by Nikko Hurtado
March 18, 2016
One Direction’s Liam Payne stopped in to see tattoo artist Nikko Hurtado of the Black Anchor Collective in Hesperia, California this week, and the singer left with a massive new half-sleeve…
Taking Down An Idiotic Anti Tattoo Facebook Page
March 11, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The internet can be a very dangerous place, as we all probably know by now. The most dangerous thing—other than the ability to spend thousands…
Six Celebrities You Didn’t Know Had Tattoos
March 6, 2016
Try as they might, it’s not easy for celebrities to keep much of anything secret these days, what with social media, the paparazzi and all those die-hard fans out there.…
Lily Collins—The Perfect Red Carpet Princess with a Sweet Fairytale Tattoo
March 3, 2016
British model and actress Lily Collins was the picture of perfection in the gold sequin Saint Laurent dress with the plunging neckline she wore to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in…
Five Celebrities Who Regret Their Relationship Tattoos
February 24, 2016
Some people think that love is forever, but at Inked we know that what’s really forever is a tribute tattoo. Sad as it is, getting a tattoo dedicated to your…
Ted Cruz Embraces His Tattooed Alter Ego
February 2, 2016
Early in 2014 we reported on what we thought was nothing more than a clever bit of street art satire—a poster featuring a tattooed Sen. Ted Cruz promoting his “Blacklisted…
Tattooing Ruled a ‘Protected Artistic Expression’ by Federal Court
January 4, 2016
While tattooing is far more accepted by the mainstream than it was a few decades ago, tattooists sometimes feel like they are fighting an uphill battle against local government. Business…
Motörhead’s Iconic Lemmy Kilmister Dies at Age 70
December 29, 2015
All of the great icons are identifiable by one name—Elvis. Jimi. Lemmy. Anyone who has ever banged their head to Motörhead more than once in their life, and we can’t…
Bang Bang Gives Kylie Jenner Some Sanity
December 28, 2015
Sanity is a hard thing to hold on to in this crazy world of ours, but that’s no longer a concern for Kylie Jenner. The Keeping Up with the Kardashians star…
The Top Tattoo Moments of 2015
December 16, 2015
In 2015, we were exposed to more “tattoo moments” than ever before. Tattooing is no longer an underground practice reserved for bikers or gang members, this business has made a…
The Top Celebrity Tattoos of 2015
December 16, 2015
Looking back, 2015 was a pretty eventful year. This past year we saw presidential candidates duke it out and gay marriage legalized in all 50 states. We said goodbye to…
Adam Levine Shares His ‘True Love’
December 15, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It seems like only yesterday that we were talking about the brand new back piece that Adam Levine was showing off. In reality it has…
This Tattoo Artist Didn’t Let Being Born Without Arms Derail His Dream
December 8, 2015
Photo Gallery and Video Follow the Text From an early age Brian Tagalog loved drawing and wanted to pursue a career as a tattoo artist. Tagalog put in a ton…
Harry Styles Gets Inked on ‘The Late Late Show’
December 4, 2015
James Corden really dodged a bullet on Thursday night’s episode of The Late Late Show. With British pop group and heartthrobs One Direction on the show Corden decided to play…
Scott Weiland, Former Stone Temple Pilots Frontman, Dies at 48
December 4, 2015
Scott Weiland, the former singer of iconic grunge band Stone Temple Pilots and supergroup Velvet Revolver, passed away in his sleep Thursday night. Weiland was discovered on his tour bus…
Former Disney Stars Who Are Now Tattooed
December 3, 2015
The 2000s were known as the golden age of Disney Channel programming. It was a time when Miley Cyrus was still Hannah Montana, Lizzie McGuire heavily influenced teeny bopper couture,…
Meet The Tattooed Hunk That Voiced ‘Hey Arnold’
November 24, 2015
It’s popular opinion that kid’s cartoons are not what they used to be, with the 90’s being the last time there were truly any worth watching. A fan favorite, and…
‘Ink Master’ Scott Marshall Dead at 41
October 27, 2015
Ink Master champion Scott Marshall has passed away at the age of 41. Learn how the community is reacting here.
Alec Baldwin Inspired Daughter Ireland’s Latest Ink
October 21, 2015
It wasn’t long ago that model Ireland Baldwin debuted a David Bowie portrait at New York Fashion Week, but now she has some new ink to add to her growing…
Raven-Symoné and AzMarie Livingston Split Up
October 20, 2015
One of our very favorite Hollywood couples—former child star Raven-Symoné and tattooed model AzMarie Livingston—have broken up. It is not yet known what caused the split, although according to the…
Hilarious Tattoo Sticks it to ‘The Man’
October 14, 2015
Like many shoppers at the Tesco Supermarket in Trowbridge, UK, Aden “DJ Vibe” Brown was frustrated when his local supermarket started charging for bags. While most people swallowed their rage…
Roseburg Strong – An Artist Does His Part to Help a Grieving Community
October 9, 2015
Up until last week Roseburg, Ore., was mostly anonymous outside of the Pacific Northwest. On October 1st the rural town became known to the rest of the nation when a…
Bieber Debuts His New Album Title With Ink
October 7, 2015
Bieber has done it again! America’s favorite tween heartthrob turned tattooed rebel has caught our attention yet again with the debut of some fresh ink, and this time it has…
An Examination of New York’s Single-Use Ink Law
September 15, 2015
When Inked first heard about the changes to New York State law that would require single-use ink to be used in tattooing we reached out to Tattoo Lou to get an…
Ground Hero
September 11, 2015
NYPD Officer Kevin Tassey’s Chilling Yet Uplifting 9/11 Experience As told to Kirstie Kovats Shredding through the forearm of retired NYPD officer Kevin Tassey are metal biomechanical gears (done by…
Michelle Knight’s Tattoo Story
September 10, 2015
In the same way that the lyrics of a song or the emotion behind a painting can represent a deep personal experience for an individual, tattoos are often worn as…
The Hilarious Penis Tattoo That Destroyed a Marriage (UPDATE)
August 31, 2015
There is more to this story, check the bottom of the page for an update! “It all goes back to something my grandmother told me when I was a kid.…
An Insider’s Take on Single Use Ink
August 27, 2015
Tattoo artists in New York state are scrambling to comply with a new law mandating the use of single use needles and ink. While the use of single use needles…
You Need to Hear What Kat Von D Thinks About Cecil The Lion
July 30, 2015
If you have been within 100 yards of a computer this week you have heard about the death of Cecil the Lion. After people learned the story of how a…
Ruby Rose and Justin Bieber Compare Ink
July 27, 2015
Just last week Ruby Rose damn near gave us a heart attack when she posted pictures of herself without any tattoos to her Instagram. Once again her Instagram has everyone…
Christy Mack Speaks About Alleged Attack by War Machine in HBO Interview
July 22, 2015
Last night Christy Mack appeared on HBO’s Real Sports to discuss the attack she suffered allegedly at the hands of her former boyfriend MMA fighter War Machine (born Jon Koppenhaver).…
Fast-Foodies Rejoice, The McDonald’s Secret Menu Exists!
July 21, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows Text For fast food fans rumors of the McDonald’s secret menu have been the thing of legend for years. The rumored menu contained some of the greatest…
Jennifer Lawrence on Her New Tattoo: ‘I Should Have Googled It’
July 15, 2015
Before Jennifer Lawrence got a tattoo proclaiming her love of water she should have taken a second to remember what she learned in chemistry class. The Hunger Games star recently…
Poll Proves that Most People Don’t Regret Their Tattoos
July 14, 2015
“You’re going to regret those tattoos when you’re older.” If you have ink you probably can’t count the number of times that someone has said this to you. In the…
Devon Still To Accept ESPYS Award Without Inspiring Daughter
July 14, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The presentation of the Jimmy V. Perseverance award at Wednesday night’s ESPYS was supposed to be a celebration of Leah Still’s victory over cancer. Leah,…
The Idiocy of Sunburn Art
July 7, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text There’s a new trend going around and here at the Inked office we can’t seem to wrap our heads around it. People have taken to…
This Tattoo Artist Helped a Little Girl’s Dream Come True
June 23, 2015
Hope Laliberte is our kind of kid. While most other 8-year-olds would be fighting with each other over which Disney princess they get to dress up as, Hope finds herself…
The World’s Most Tattooed Senior Passes Away
May 14, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows The Text Isobel Varley may have not gotten her first tattoo until she was in her 40s but she more than made up for that time lost…
Brantley Gilbert Backs the Second Amendment With Ink
May 6, 2015
It’s no secret that people in the United States tend to feel very strongly about their constitutional rights; people fight over them and elections are swung by politicians agreeing to…
Apple Admits Tattoos May Impact Watch’s Performance
May 1, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text Earlier in the week we reported on a Reddit user who had difficulty using the Apple Watch due to a tattoo on his wrist. Some…
Aaron Hernandez Found Guilty of Murder
April 15, 2015
After six days of deliberation a jury has found former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez guilty of first degree murder in the killing of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez, who…
The Story Behind this Man’s Tattoo Will Warm Your Heart
March 3, 2015
Just last week we thought that we had found the parents of the year after a pair got tattoos to match their child’s birthmark. Well, there’s another man in the…
Have Tattoos? Forget About Getting a License to Kill
January 20, 2015
Do you have inspirations of becoming a real life version of James Bond? Well hopefully you don’t have any visible tattoos or your dreams of wooing women and drinking martinis…
NY Gov. Cuomo Outlaws Pet Tattoos
December 15, 2014
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a law banning cosmetic tattoos and piercings on pets, calling it animal abuse. Inspired by a viral incident involving a tattooed dog, the law aims to end these cruel practices. Exceptions are made for identification and medical reasons.
Star Wars Fan Gets Episode VII Ink A Year Before Premiere
December 1, 2014
Discover the ultimate Star Wars fandom: a fan gets a tattoo of a droid from the trailer of The Force Awakens within hours of its release.
Tattoos for Toys
November 20, 2014
Tattoos for Toys! Discover the new era of dolls with tattoos. Lammily Marks brings diversity and creativity to the children's doll industry.
The Ancient Tattoos of a Siberian Ice Princess
October 3, 2014
Tattoos are believed to be one of the world’s oldest art forms, though due to the mortality of art on skin, people usually don’t get the chance to see ancient…
War Machine Charged with Attempted Murder in Christy Mack Beating
September 5, 2014
Get the latest updates on the Jonathan Koppenhaver case. Learn about the charges and potential repercussions he faces.
Pet Tattoos Put in the Doghouse
June 24, 2014
"it will soon be illegal to tattoo or pierce pets. Gov. Andrew Cuomo is expected to sign the bill into law in the next couple of days, according to the New York Daily News."
Why Temporary Tattoos Suck
May 19, 2014
A recent report by the FDA has labeled temporary tattoos as “not necessarily safe.” People have reported developing severe rashes after getting temporary tattoos using “black henna” ink.
Stenography by Tattoo
May 15, 2014
A man who was convicted of running a marijuana smuggling ring and sentenced to 30 years in prison went to great lengths to makes sure that he doesn’t forget the details of his crimes; he had them tattooed onto his back.
Inked and Dangerous
March 19, 2014
When the workers saw the tattoo on Smith’s lower belly they quickly backed down and called the police—the workers mistook the tattoo of a gun for a the real thing.
‘King of Ink Land’ Denied Passport Due to Name
February 5, 2014
King of Ink Land King Body Art The Extreme Ink-Ite
New Zealand Appoints First Foreign Minister With Māori Facial Tattoos
November 6, 2020
Nanaia Mahuta first made waves as the first women in parliament to wear the traditional lip and chin tattoos.
Could the Future of Tattooing Be Needleless?
October 13, 2020
Scientists at the University of Twente have come up with a needleless injection system. What could this mean for tattooing?
Chris Evans Shows Off His Tattoos
October 8, 2020
Fans of Captain America were treated to a rare peek at the many tattoos covering his torso.
Tattoos Cost This French Kindergarten Teacher His Job
September 29, 2020
Sylvain Helaine lost his job teaching kindergarten after complaints that his tattoos gave some children nightmares.
Japan’s Supreme Court Rules Tattooing Is Not a Medical Act
September 17, 2020
The ruling may pave the way for legal and regulated tattooing in Japan.
Former ‘Ink Master’ Contestant Daniel Silva Sentenced to Jail
August 26, 2020
The tattooer was sentenced to 364 days in jail in wake of the May crash that killed YouTube star Corey La Barrie.
After Waiting 103 Years, This Grandmother Finally Got A Tattoo
August 17, 2020
Getting a tattoo was on Dorothy Pollock's bucket list, so she rang in her birthday with her first ink.
Post Malone Gets Tattooed At the Dentist’s Office
August 10, 2020
Post Malone did some truly impressive multi-tasking over the weekend as he had dental surgery and got a new tattoo at the same time.
Jake Paul’s House Searched by FBI Agents
August 5, 2020
Details are still coming out about why the YouTube star's house was raided while he was out of state.
Tattoo Artist Daniel Silva Pleads No-Contest to Manslaughter
July 16, 2020
The former "Ink Master" contestant was arrested after being behind the wheel in the car crash that killed YouTube star Corey La Barrie.
Chris Rock and His Daughter Get Their First Tattoos
July 16, 2020
The iconic comedian and his daughter visited Bang Bang to get a pair of tattoos inspired by artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Hayden Panettiere Shows Off a New(ish) Tattoo
June 8, 2020
The "Nashville" star made her Instagram public over the weekend, and one of her first posts was a picture of a tattoo on the back of her neck.
Training for a Post-Lockdown World
June 5, 2020
We spoke with Ben Pfeiffer, CEO of Indigo Medical Training, about airborne pathogen training and how it could help the tattoo industry.
Cardi B Shows Off a Sexy New Back Tattoo
May 27, 2020
After 60 hours of work by tattooer Jamie Schene, Cardi B's enormous new tattoo is absolutely gorgeous.
Matt Lauer Got a Hilariously Terrible Tattoo
May 21, 2020
The disgraced former NBC anchor was spotted with a very questionable new tattoo.
Presley Gerber Adds a Tough New Tattoo
May 20, 2020
Thanks to a new tattoo, the model now has barbed wire wrapped around his knuckles.
Meet the Tattooer Who’s Been Tattooing Himself for 44 Days Straight… So Far
April 29, 2020
Chris Woodhead has been marking each day of lockdown by tattooing himself. We spoke with him about his project, staying sane and, of course, "Tiger King."
Patriots Kicker Justin Rohrwasser Plans to Cover Tattoo
April 27, 2020
The fifth-round draft pick found himself amid controversy over a tattoo linked to a far-right paramilitary group.
Tattooers in Georgia Consider Whether to Reopen on Friday
April 23, 2020
Tattoo shops will be allowed to open their doors and resume business in the state on April 24. Here's how they feel about it.
Mike Tyson’s Planning to Tattoo It All
April 20, 2020
The 53-year-old boxing legend said that he's been thinking about adding a lot more ink to his body.
We Have Our First Joe Exotic Tattoo
April 8, 2020
Prepare yourself for one of the most perfect pieces of art you will ever witness.
How Tattooed Celebs Are Quarantining
April 6, 2020
With everything shut down, celebrities are taking to social media to show the ways they're filling the hours.
Tekashi 6ix9ine Released From Prison Due to Coronavirus Concerns
April 3, 2020
The controversial rapper was let out of prison four months early due to having a condition that makes him at risk for the virus.
Judge Rules NBA 2K Can Recreate LeBron’s Tattoos
March 31, 2020
The lawsuit was brought by a group that owned a copyright on the tattoo designs.
With Strip Clubs Closed, Boober Eats Offers Scantily Clad Delivery
March 24, 2020
As Portland shut down to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, one strip club owner saw a golden opportunity to diversify business.
Washington and Ohio Become First States to Close Tattoo Shops
March 19, 2020
Tattoo shops have joined many other retail businesses in being shuttered as officials respond to the threat of COVID-19.
2 Chainz Honors Kobe Bryant With Pair of Tattoos
February 12, 2020
The rapper became the latest celebrity to mourn the Lakers legend with some ink
Atari Set to Open a Series of Hotels
January 29, 2020
Here are some Atari tattoos to prepare you before you take a vacation to live out your 8-bit dreams.
Kobe Bryant and His Daughter Among the Nine Dead in Helicopter Crash
January 27, 2020
The NBA legend was on his way to a youth basketball game when the crash occurred.
Mr. Peanut Is Dead!
January 22, 2020
The beloved Planters mascot sacrifices himself to save Wesley Snipes and Matt Walsh in a new ad.
‘Monty Python’ Star Terry Jones Dead at 77
January 22, 2020
Jones directed "The Life of Brian" in addition to portraying countless characters throughout his years with the legendary sketch comedy outfit.
Lil’ Wayne’s Banging New Face Tattoo
January 20, 2020
The rapper's latest addition to his extensive collection of face tattoos is quite explosive.
Selena Gomez Visits Bang Bang for a ‘Rare’ Tattoo
January 16, 2020
The pop star celebrated the release of her new album with a tiny neck tattoo
The ‘Jeopardy!’ GOAT Has Been Crowned
January 15, 2020
After a mighty battle over the course of four nights, Ken Jennings proved he is the greatest of all time.
Robots Are Here to Take Your Tattoo Away
December 13, 2019
Lasers are so last decade, robots are the future of tattoo removal
Siblings Forced to Wait in Hiding For “End of Time”
October 17, 2019
Six siblings are found in a hidden room on their farmhouse
The Only Tattoo Artist in Scotland (in 1925)
December 21, 2018
Imagine what it would be like to be the one and only tattoo artist in your entire country. Pretty cool, right? Well, in 1925 Scottish tattoo artist Prince Vallar could…
Dr. Pimple Popper Pops Again
July 15, 2018
The Grotesque Satisfaction Of Popping Human Pores This time, it’s more like cutting out, than popping, a huge lump from this woman’s back, that was caused by a benign fat…
21 Viral Tattoo News Stories From 2017
December 21, 2017
These Tattoo Stories Broke the Internet This Year This year, it was hard to keep track of all the crazy tattoo stories that came out. From disturbing face tattoos to…
Man with “Do Not Resuscitate” Tattoo Causes a Confusion of Ethics
December 6, 2017
The Dos And Don’ts of Hidden Message Tattoos What would you do when you read “Do Not Resuscitate” tattooed on someone’s chest, but your job, your mission, is to save…
Color Changing Tattoos! They’ll Make You Healthier and Happier!
May 30, 2017
The Doctor Will See Your Tattoo Now! The cutting edge researchers at both world renowned institutions — MIT Media Lab and Harvard Medical School have teamed up to create tattoo…
Giant Bunny Dies on United Airlines Flight! 65 Year-Old Ex-Playboy Bunny Furious!
May 9, 2017
Giant Rabbit Found Dead! The scandal ridden United Airlines has just been hit by another public relations “rocker” after a famous and super-valuable rabbit mysteriously died on one of its…
When You Die Have Your Tattoos Preserved! Here’s How!
April 24, 2017
Your Skin as Wall Art! Imagine the public outcry if a private art collector were to have their collection of Picassos, Rembrandts and Vermeers buried or cremated with them. And…
Are Mr. Burns, Ned Flanders and Otto Leaving Springfield?
November 16, 2016
Tattoo Gallery Follows The Text In a piece of news that will surely break hearts in Springfield and beyond, Harry Shearer has announced that he will be leaving The Simpsons…
Man Sent To Prison For Tattooing a Penis on Unsuspecting Woman’s Back
August 12, 2016
Editor’s Note: This story originally ran on 7/22/16 and has been updated to reflect recent developments. An Austrian man just learned that pranking someone can have some very serious consequences as…
Demi Lovato’s New Pinkie Finger Tattoo is Sure to Make You Smile!
August 10, 2016
Demi Lovato has plenty to smile about these days. She’s currently touring with one of her best friends and a fellow Disney alum, Nick Jonas, is enjoying immense success in…
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…
‘Suicide Squad’ Star, Jai Courtney, Got a Queensland Tattoo After Losing a Bet
August 4, 2016
Jai Courtney and his Suicide Squad co-stars opted for matching “Skwad” tattoos to commemorate their time together on the set of the highly-anticipated summer flick, many of which were done…
Heavy Metal Grandpa Gets Drowning Pool Tattoo and Rocks Out With Them
August 3, 2016
John Hetlinger is not the kind of man you would expect to be fronting a heavy metal band. But there the unassuming 82-year-old was, on a festival stage screaming along…
You Won’t Believe How This Guy Rates His Ex-Girlfriends
August 2, 2016
Some people write in a journal or save faded photographs to reminisce on old flames, but there’s one guy out there who has a far more unique method of remembering…
You Are Getting Very Sleepy… Can Hypnosis Ease Tattooing Pain?
July 25, 2016
If you’re addicted to tattoos, odds are, you have come to accept the pain. It’s just part of the process. Although some tattoos can be more painful than others. Getting…
Kristen Stewart’s New Tattoo is Her Motto for Life
July 20, 2016
Kristen Stewart has a few random tattoos scattered across her arms, but it’s her latest piece—the phrase “one more time with feeling” inked on her forearm—that really represents the actress’…
Tallulah Willis Removes Cactus Tattoo, Says She Needs to Stop Getting Inked
July 19, 2016
For years, Tallulah Willis has been systematically covering her body in tattoos—28 pieces to date—but she may be getting ready to turn over a new leaf, because the 22-year-old daughter…
First Look at The Terrifying Pennywise from the ‘It’ Remake
July 13, 2016
Clowns are terrifying. This is almost an indisputable fact. They were scary enough before horror legend Stephen King penned 1986’s It introduced us to the psychotic Pennywise the Dancing Clown,…
New Study Shows Earliest Tattoos Were Created With Volcanic Glass Tools
July 8, 2016
Every time a tattoo artist fires up their machine and goes to work they are continuing a tradition of body modification that started thousands of years ago. And while it…
Check Out 5SOS Singer Ashton Irwin’s Blackwork Bird Tattoo!
June 30, 2016
Blackwork tattoos are the hot new trend these days, and 5 Seconds of Summer singer Ashton Irwin is the latest celebrity to get in on the trend, adding a brand-new…
Shawn Mendes’ First-Ever Tattoo is Pretty Epic!
June 29, 2016
When Shawn Mendes decided to get his very first tattoo, the “Stitches” singer opted for an incredibly sentimental piece that represents not only his hometown pride, but his love for…
Kendall Jenner Designs a Tattoo for Her BFF Hailey Baldwin
June 28, 2016
Models Kendall Jenner and Hailey Baldwin have gotten inked together on more than one occasion, but their most recent trip to the tattoo shop was more special than ever, because…
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Alum Survives Orlando Shooting, Gets Pulse Tattoo to Honor Victims
June 21, 2016
Roxxxy Andrews, alumnus of RuPaul’s Drag Race reality show, was at Pulse the night Omar Mateen opened fire on club-goers and killed 49 people, and the drag queen has since…
Paris Jackson’s New Ink: the Eye of Horus, the Donnie Darko Rabbit and More
June 14, 2016
When Paris Jackson turned 18 years old back in April, she immediately began experimenting with tattoos, getting a “Queen of my heart” tattoo for her father, the late Michael Jackson, and…
Banksy Paints a Mural on Building Named After Him
June 6, 2016
When administrators returned to Bridge Farm Primary School in Bristol, England, after their half-term break they were greeted with quite an exciting surprise—a mural painted on the side of the…
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott Get Matching Ink Amid Marital Turmoil
May 23, 2016
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott’s marriage is like a really bad car accident that you just can’t look away from, and yet the two continue to cover their bodies in permanent…
Selena Gomez Rocking New Hip Tattoo Inspired by My Little Pony
May 11, 2016
Selena Gomez looked beautiful as ever in the Louis Vuitton dress she wore to the Met Gala on May 2, but it was the off-duty look the 23-year-old donned after…
Amazing 3,000-Year-Old Tattooed Mummy Discovered in Egypt
May 9, 2016
A startling discovery has been made by an archaeologist working in Egypt’s famed Valley of the Kings—a mummy with elaborate illustrative tattoos. This is not the first time that a…
Artist Illma Gore Attacked By Trump Supporter Over Drawing
May 3, 2016
Artist Illma Gore earned some notoriety about a month ago when she unveiled a pastel pencil drawing of a nude Donald Trump—complete with a notable micropenis—entitled Make America Great Again;…
Drew Barrymore Shares Sweet Story Behind ‘Olive and Frankie’ Wrist Tattoo
May 2, 2016
The wrist tattoo Drew Barrymore got of her daughters’ names in early April is adorable on its own, but the story behind the impromptu ink is even sweeter, if you ask…
Iggy Azalea Saves Nick Young From a Tattoo Disaster
April 28, 2016
Los Angeles Laker Nick Young came very close to learning the most important rule for script tattoos—always triple check the spelling—the hard way. Luckily his fiancée, rap sensation Iggy Azalea,…
There’s One Problem With Miley’s Jupiter Tattoo—It’s of Saturn
April 27, 2016
Pop superstar Miley Cyrus recently unveiled the most recent addition to her ever expanding tattoo collection—a small ringed planet that was inked by Lauren Winzer. We love the adorable, little tattoo.…
MMA Superstar Connor McGregor Announces Retirement on Twitter
April 19, 2016
UFC fans are absolutely losing their minds on Twitter right now as it appears that tattooed fighting sensation Connor McGregor has fought his last fight. The Irishman has yet to…
Johnny Manziel Catching Lots of Flack for New Hand Tattoos
April 18, 2016
Johnny Manziel may not be any closer to signing a contract with a new NFL team, but the former Cleveland Browns quarterback apparently has plenty of time (and money) to spend…
Why Chrissy Teigen Will Probably Never Get a John Legend Tattoo
April 14, 2016
If there was an award for the most perfect celebrity couple, Chrissy Teigen and John Legend would surely take it home year after year. Since tying the knot in September…
You Need to See Lea Michele’s Brand New Ink!
April 12, 2016
Lea Michele recently hit up a tattoo studio in New York City to get two of the most heartfelt tribute tattoos you will ever see. The actress most known for…
It’s Time to Free the Nipple
April 7, 2016
Have you ever wondered why men are allowed to walk around shirtless damn near anywhere that they want to while women are forced to cover up in public? It turns out…
Prison Break Star Puts Haters in their Place with Candid Letter on Depression, Body-Shaming
April 1, 2016
A meme featuring Prison Break actor Wentworth Miller was recently shared online by The LAD Bible, in an attempt to poke fun at the actor’s fluctuating weight, and the 43-year-old has hit back…
A Donald Trump Tattoo That Will Blow Your Mind
April 1, 2016
Video Follows the Text Here at Inkedmag.com we spend every waking second of our days looking at tattoos—good tattoos, bad tattoos, sexy tattoos, silly tattoos, scary tattoos and every other…
Disney Bans Tattoos in Theme Parks
April 1, 2016
Announced today, Disney theme parks, including Walt Disney World Florida and Disneyland in Anaheim, are banning admittance to anyone with visible tattoos. Per The Walt Disney Company’s spokesperson for Consumer…
Ben Affleck’s Back Tattoo Is Fake!
March 21, 2016
Updated 3/21/16 Ben Affleck’s back tattoo is FAKE. Way to get one over on the media, Affleck. Turns out the massive phoenix tattoo, disliked by long-time ex Jennifer Lopez and ex-wife…
See Liam Payne’s New Tattoo by Nikko Hurtado
March 18, 2016
One Direction’s Liam Payne stopped in to see tattoo artist Nikko Hurtado of the Black Anchor Collective in Hesperia, California this week, and the singer left with a massive new half-sleeve…
Taking Down An Idiotic Anti Tattoo Facebook Page
March 11, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The internet can be a very dangerous place, as we all probably know by now. The most dangerous thing—other than the ability to spend thousands…
Six Celebrities You Didn’t Know Had Tattoos
March 6, 2016
Try as they might, it’s not easy for celebrities to keep much of anything secret these days, what with social media, the paparazzi and all those die-hard fans out there.…
Lily Collins—The Perfect Red Carpet Princess with a Sweet Fairytale Tattoo
March 3, 2016
British model and actress Lily Collins was the picture of perfection in the gold sequin Saint Laurent dress with the plunging neckline she wore to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in…
Five Celebrities Who Regret Their Relationship Tattoos
February 24, 2016
Some people think that love is forever, but at Inked we know that what’s really forever is a tribute tattoo. Sad as it is, getting a tattoo dedicated to your…
Ted Cruz Embraces His Tattooed Alter Ego
February 2, 2016
Early in 2014 we reported on what we thought was nothing more than a clever bit of street art satire—a poster featuring a tattooed Sen. Ted Cruz promoting his “Blacklisted…
Tattooing Ruled a ‘Protected Artistic Expression’ by Federal Court
January 4, 2016
While tattooing is far more accepted by the mainstream than it was a few decades ago, tattooists sometimes feel like they are fighting an uphill battle against local government. Business…
Motörhead’s Iconic Lemmy Kilmister Dies at Age 70
December 29, 2015
All of the great icons are identifiable by one name—Elvis. Jimi. Lemmy. Anyone who has ever banged their head to Motörhead more than once in their life, and we can’t…
Bang Bang Gives Kylie Jenner Some Sanity
December 28, 2015
Sanity is a hard thing to hold on to in this crazy world of ours, but that’s no longer a concern for Kylie Jenner. The Keeping Up with the Kardashians star…
The Top Tattoo Moments of 2015
December 16, 2015
In 2015, we were exposed to more “tattoo moments” than ever before. Tattooing is no longer an underground practice reserved for bikers or gang members, this business has made a…
The Top Celebrity Tattoos of 2015
December 16, 2015
Looking back, 2015 was a pretty eventful year. This past year we saw presidential candidates duke it out and gay marriage legalized in all 50 states. We said goodbye to…
Adam Levine Shares His ‘True Love’
December 15, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It seems like only yesterday that we were talking about the brand new back piece that Adam Levine was showing off. In reality it has…
This Tattoo Artist Didn’t Let Being Born Without Arms Derail His Dream
December 8, 2015
Photo Gallery and Video Follow the Text From an early age Brian Tagalog loved drawing and wanted to pursue a career as a tattoo artist. Tagalog put in a ton…
Harry Styles Gets Inked on ‘The Late Late Show’
December 4, 2015
James Corden really dodged a bullet on Thursday night’s episode of The Late Late Show. With British pop group and heartthrobs One Direction on the show Corden decided to play…
Scott Weiland, Former Stone Temple Pilots Frontman, Dies at 48
December 4, 2015
Scott Weiland, the former singer of iconic grunge band Stone Temple Pilots and supergroup Velvet Revolver, passed away in his sleep Thursday night. Weiland was discovered on his tour bus…
Former Disney Stars Who Are Now Tattooed
December 3, 2015
The 2000s were known as the golden age of Disney Channel programming. It was a time when Miley Cyrus was still Hannah Montana, Lizzie McGuire heavily influenced teeny bopper couture,…
Meet The Tattooed Hunk That Voiced ‘Hey Arnold’
November 24, 2015
It’s popular opinion that kid’s cartoons are not what they used to be, with the 90’s being the last time there were truly any worth watching. A fan favorite, and…
‘Ink Master’ Scott Marshall Dead at 41
October 27, 2015
Ink Master champion Scott Marshall has passed away at the age of 41. Learn how the community is reacting here.
Alec Baldwin Inspired Daughter Ireland’s Latest Ink
October 21, 2015
It wasn’t long ago that model Ireland Baldwin debuted a David Bowie portrait at New York Fashion Week, but now she has some new ink to add to her growing…
Raven-Symoné and AzMarie Livingston Split Up
October 20, 2015
One of our very favorite Hollywood couples—former child star Raven-Symoné and tattooed model AzMarie Livingston—have broken up. It is not yet known what caused the split, although according to the…
Hilarious Tattoo Sticks it to ‘The Man’
October 14, 2015
Like many shoppers at the Tesco Supermarket in Trowbridge, UK, Aden “DJ Vibe” Brown was frustrated when his local supermarket started charging for bags. While most people swallowed their rage…
Roseburg Strong – An Artist Does His Part to Help a Grieving Community
October 9, 2015
Up until last week Roseburg, Ore., was mostly anonymous outside of the Pacific Northwest. On October 1st the rural town became known to the rest of the nation when a…
Bieber Debuts His New Album Title With Ink
October 7, 2015
Bieber has done it again! America’s favorite tween heartthrob turned tattooed rebel has caught our attention yet again with the debut of some fresh ink, and this time it has…
An Examination of New York’s Single-Use Ink Law
September 15, 2015
When Inked first heard about the changes to New York State law that would require single-use ink to be used in tattooing we reached out to Tattoo Lou to get an…
Ground Hero
September 11, 2015
NYPD Officer Kevin Tassey’s Chilling Yet Uplifting 9/11 Experience As told to Kirstie Kovats Shredding through the forearm of retired NYPD officer Kevin Tassey are metal biomechanical gears (done by…
Michelle Knight’s Tattoo Story
September 10, 2015
In the same way that the lyrics of a song or the emotion behind a painting can represent a deep personal experience for an individual, tattoos are often worn as…
The Hilarious Penis Tattoo That Destroyed a Marriage (UPDATE)
August 31, 2015
There is more to this story, check the bottom of the page for an update! “It all goes back to something my grandmother told me when I was a kid.…
An Insider’s Take on Single Use Ink
August 27, 2015
Tattoo artists in New York state are scrambling to comply with a new law mandating the use of single use needles and ink. While the use of single use needles…
You Need to Hear What Kat Von D Thinks About Cecil The Lion
July 30, 2015
If you have been within 100 yards of a computer this week you have heard about the death of Cecil the Lion. After people learned the story of how a…
Ruby Rose and Justin Bieber Compare Ink
July 27, 2015
Just last week Ruby Rose damn near gave us a heart attack when she posted pictures of herself without any tattoos to her Instagram. Once again her Instagram has everyone…
Christy Mack Speaks About Alleged Attack by War Machine in HBO Interview
July 22, 2015
Last night Christy Mack appeared on HBO’s Real Sports to discuss the attack she suffered allegedly at the hands of her former boyfriend MMA fighter War Machine (born Jon Koppenhaver).…
Fast-Foodies Rejoice, The McDonald’s Secret Menu Exists!
July 21, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows Text For fast food fans rumors of the McDonald’s secret menu have been the thing of legend for years. The rumored menu contained some of the greatest…
Jennifer Lawrence on Her New Tattoo: ‘I Should Have Googled It’
July 15, 2015
Before Jennifer Lawrence got a tattoo proclaiming her love of water she should have taken a second to remember what she learned in chemistry class. The Hunger Games star recently…
Poll Proves that Most People Don’t Regret Their Tattoos
July 14, 2015
“You’re going to regret those tattoos when you’re older.” If you have ink you probably can’t count the number of times that someone has said this to you. In the…
Devon Still To Accept ESPYS Award Without Inspiring Daughter
July 14, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The presentation of the Jimmy V. Perseverance award at Wednesday night’s ESPYS was supposed to be a celebration of Leah Still’s victory over cancer. Leah,…
The Idiocy of Sunburn Art
July 7, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text There’s a new trend going around and here at the Inked office we can’t seem to wrap our heads around it. People have taken to…
This Tattoo Artist Helped a Little Girl’s Dream Come True
June 23, 2015
Hope Laliberte is our kind of kid. While most other 8-year-olds would be fighting with each other over which Disney princess they get to dress up as, Hope finds herself…
The World’s Most Tattooed Senior Passes Away
May 14, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows The Text Isobel Varley may have not gotten her first tattoo until she was in her 40s but she more than made up for that time lost…
Brantley Gilbert Backs the Second Amendment With Ink
May 6, 2015
It’s no secret that people in the United States tend to feel very strongly about their constitutional rights; people fight over them and elections are swung by politicians agreeing to…
Apple Admits Tattoos May Impact Watch’s Performance
May 1, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text Earlier in the week we reported on a Reddit user who had difficulty using the Apple Watch due to a tattoo on his wrist. Some…
Aaron Hernandez Found Guilty of Murder
April 15, 2015
After six days of deliberation a jury has found former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez guilty of first degree murder in the killing of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez, who…
The Story Behind this Man’s Tattoo Will Warm Your Heart
March 3, 2015
Just last week we thought that we had found the parents of the year after a pair got tattoos to match their child’s birthmark. Well, there’s another man in the…
Have Tattoos? Forget About Getting a License to Kill
January 20, 2015
Do you have inspirations of becoming a real life version of James Bond? Well hopefully you don’t have any visible tattoos or your dreams of wooing women and drinking martinis…
NY Gov. Cuomo Outlaws Pet Tattoos
December 15, 2014
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a law banning cosmetic tattoos and piercings on pets, calling it animal abuse. Inspired by a viral incident involving a tattooed dog, the law aims to end these cruel practices. Exceptions are made for identification and medical reasons.
Star Wars Fan Gets Episode VII Ink A Year Before Premiere
December 1, 2014
Discover the ultimate Star Wars fandom: a fan gets a tattoo of a droid from the trailer of The Force Awakens within hours of its release.
Tattoos for Toys
November 20, 2014
Tattoos for Toys! Discover the new era of dolls with tattoos. Lammily Marks brings diversity and creativity to the children's doll industry.
The Ancient Tattoos of a Siberian Ice Princess
October 3, 2014
Tattoos are believed to be one of the world’s oldest art forms, though due to the mortality of art on skin, people usually don’t get the chance to see ancient…
War Machine Charged with Attempted Murder in Christy Mack Beating
September 5, 2014
Get the latest updates on the Jonathan Koppenhaver case. Learn about the charges and potential repercussions he faces.
Pet Tattoos Put in the Doghouse
June 24, 2014
"it will soon be illegal to tattoo or pierce pets. Gov. Andrew Cuomo is expected to sign the bill into law in the next couple of days, according to the New York Daily News."
Why Temporary Tattoos Suck
May 19, 2014
A recent report by the FDA has labeled temporary tattoos as “not necessarily safe.” People have reported developing severe rashes after getting temporary tattoos using “black henna” ink.
Stenography by Tattoo
May 15, 2014
A man who was convicted of running a marijuana smuggling ring and sentenced to 30 years in prison went to great lengths to makes sure that he doesn’t forget the details of his crimes; he had them tattooed onto his back.
Inked and Dangerous
March 19, 2014
When the workers saw the tattoo on Smith’s lower belly they quickly backed down and called the police—the workers mistook the tattoo of a gun for a the real thing.
‘King of Ink Land’ Denied Passport Due to Name
February 5, 2014
King of Ink Land King Body Art The Extreme Ink-Ite