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No stranger to immersive creativity, Doja Cat continues to shine as a revolutionary beacon within the music industry.
Singing for the Misfits
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From Manhattan to Manhattan Beach, Mark Mahoney is the last of his kind.
A Glimpse into the Future
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Visibly Inked in Denmark
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Many Consider the Country’s Law Against Face, Neck and Hand Tattoos to be Outdated
Dillon Forte: Searching for Order in a World of Chaos
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Dillon Forte’s Vision is Rooted in Sacred Geometry
Kalan.FrFr Talks Life, Music and Tattoos
January 30, 2024
Roc Nation rapper Kalan.FrFr is a walking work of art. His body is adorned with 25 tattoos that all have meaning, telling stories of his life growing up in South…
Amusing Amputees! They Lost a Limb, but Kept Their Sense of Humor!
June 5, 2018
Laughter is the Best Medicine! It is surely a tragedy and a life changing event that wreaks havoc upon the person not only physically, but mentally as well. If something…
The Greatest Amputee Tattoos
May 25, 2018
Turning Loss Into Art From lighthearted and healing to humorous amputees of all types have been getting tattoos as a way to seek closure with their loss, add beauty to…
10 Questions With Tattooed and Ripped Entrepreneur—Brian Mazza
April 26, 2018
Discover how this restauranteur maintains a 6-pack Almost 10 years ago, INKED featured Brian Mazza under a now retired column called “INKED People.” Today, he’s one of the top restauranteurs…
EXCLUSIVE: Bulleit Frontier Works Project Launches World’s Biggest Collaboration Tattoo by Shawn Barber, Kim Saigh, Henry Lewis and More
August 22, 2017
Last night we were at a cocktail bar in Los Angeles when a group of, well, “bros,” saddled up next to us and asked the bartender, “What’s on special?” The…
‘Law & Order’ Tattoos are the Latest Ink Craze Apparently
April 14, 2017
These Dedicated ‘Law & Order’ Fans Are Members of an Elite Inked Squad Unit. These Are Their Stories. ‘DUN, DUN!’ The second-longest-running scripted TV series known as Law & Order…
One of the Best International Tattooers is Moving to the U.S.
April 13, 2017
Rumor Has it That Kobay Kronik May Be Tattooing in L.A. Soon We hear that award-winning artist, Kobay Kronik, is looking to relocate from Istanbul to the sunny streets of…
Police Officers Fighting For Their Right to Bare Their Tattoos
April 12, 2017
Chicago PD Officers Fight Against Strict Department Tattoo Policy Three Chicago police officers took to the Seventh District Courts to proclaim that the tattoo policy, which obligated them to cover…
Gwen Stefani’s Sons Sport Tats Matching Blake Shelton’s Ink
April 12, 2017
Tatted Like Their Step Daddy. If you’re wondering how Gwen Stefani’s sons are taking her fairly new relationship with country singer Blake Shelton, they all appear to be getting along…
Beyoncé and Jay Z Show Off Engagement Tattoos for 9th Wedding Anniversary
April 12, 2017
Hip-Hop’s Royal Family Skip the Bling for Ink If there were any lingering doubts about the future of Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s relationship in the aftermath of that shocking elevator footage…
Wild and Weird Superfan Tattoos
April 7, 2017
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Teen Proudly Tattoos ‘Ryan Reynolds’ on His Butt
April 7, 2017
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Jason Momoa Explains Spiritual Meaning Behind His Sleeve Tattoo
April 6, 2017
A Tattoo Fit for a Seafaring Warior Jason Momoa first captured our attention as the fierce yet beautiful Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones, and now the Hawaiian actor has…
ARTIST INTERVIEW: Darwin Enriquez
April 6, 2017
Tackling Multiple Mediums Fifteen-year tattoo veteran, Darwin Enriquez, didn’t intend on slinging ink for a living. His entrance into tattooing started through his skill for drawing. Looking through tattoo magazines,…
Vany Vicious: All-American Tattooed Girl
April 5, 2017
Vany Vicious is an American Beauty. The image of the All-American girl has many forms these days. No longer is the vision of an American girl strictly limited to a…
Sofia Richie Gets a Script Tattoo by JonBoy
April 5, 2017
Sofia Richie Will ‘Never Let Go’ of Her Tattoo Addiction Along with fellow models Hailey Baldwin and Kylie Jenner, Sofia Richie, daughter to music legend Lionel Richie, is a fan…
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April 5, 2017
Lauren Gives You Enough of a Peek to Make Your Imagination Run Wild You wanna know what’s better than your typical side boob photo? A photo of a tattooed side…
Bakhar Nabieva: ‘Miss Iron Bum’
March 31, 2017
Behold the “Girl with the Iron Bum.” We’ve seen our fare share of fitness models in the past, but Bakhar Nabieva is ripped! The Ukranian fitness model drove the Internets…
Chris Brown Tattooed by Ink Master’s Halo
March 31, 2017
Chris Brown Adds More Animated Tattoos To His Collection Chris Brown has been a tattoo fiend since the ink needle first pricked his skin when he was 13-years-old. Since then,…
Noah Cyrus Follows in Miley’s Footsteps with Cute Finger Tattoo
March 31, 2017
Miley Cyrus’ older brother, Trace, definitely takes home the award for the most tattooed Cyrus sibling, but Miley is well on her way to challenging his title, and the youngest…
Guy’s Fiancée Furious Over His ‘Grab Her by the Pu–y’ Trump Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Oh, no, baby! What is you doin’? Dumb tattoos are nothing new. In fact, reality TV shows have been created dedicated to tattoos that simply leave you in awe wondering:…
Justin Bieber Completes His Chest with Fierce New Lion Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Whether you’re a fan of Justin Bieber or not, you have to admit that his years-long transformation from innocent boy wonder to shirtless tattooed superstar has been kind of mesmerizing.…
The Controversy Behind Canadian PM Trudeau’s Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau might quite possibly be the coolest head of state—especially now that Barack Obama is no longer in power. PM Trudeau hangs out with the likes…
VIDEO: Stephen King’s ‘It’ Official Trailer Released
March 29, 2017
This Trailer Will Give You Nightmares! Since it was announced that Stephen King’s 1986 novel, It, would be adapted into a full-length feature film, folks have been at the edge…
Miley Cyrus Dedicates New Tattoo to Billy Ray
March 29, 2017
Miley’s Got Some New Ink! A tiny wave on her finger, a jar of Vegemite yeast paste on her arm, a tattoo of her brother’s nickname on her wrist. These…
Spanish Soccer Star’s Tattoos are Odd, But Incredible
March 29, 2017
The Curious and Wondrous Tattoos of Alberto Moreno A gun-toting chimpanzee, a tiger with a bandana on its head, a panda bear wearing a monocle and bowler hat and smoking…
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…
VIDEO: Girl Let’s Friend Pick Her Tattoo, And BFF Brands Her with an Insta Tag
March 23, 2017
“You put your handle on me?!” Eighteen-year-old Canadian vlogger, Elle Mills, recently gave her best friend, Tavian Palacios, one of the biggest privileges one could bestow upon someone. She let…
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March 23, 2017
Move over Marsha! Jess is the hottest Brady. Australian tattooed model Jess Brady’s got just the right amount of juice to quench your thirst. When Jess isn’t hard at work…
Justin Bieber Debuts Two New Huge Tattoos
March 23, 2017
Justin Bieber is the king of the shirtless Instagram selfie, and thanks to a series of photos and videos posted to his account on March 20, we now know that…
Tattoo Removals Spike Amid Fears of Trump’s Immigration Policy
March 23, 2017
Can your ink really get you deported from the U.S.? As of recent, tattoo removal clinics in the United States have seen an upsurge in business lately. However, their appointment…
Veteran is Denied Entry into a Bar Because of his Neck Tattoo
March 22, 2017
Being discriminated for a job because of your tattoos isn’t anything new, but a paying customer being turned away from an establishment – a bar of all places – because…
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…
PHOTOS: 15 Tattoos With Hometown Pride
March 16, 2017
15 Tattoos Reppin’ ‘Hoods Around the World Would you be down to represent your hometown or state with a tattoo? Rapper Paul Wall will tell you that reppin’ your ‘hood…
Paul Wall Gets Tattoo of Iconic Houston Graffiti Mural
March 16, 2017
Reppin’ your ‘hood in ink has been a staple in the tattoo game for quite some time. Whether it’s the Hollywood sign across your back or a killer sleeve of…
Great Lakes Tattoo’s 2nd Annual Walk Up Classic Goes Down This Weekend
March 16, 2017
This coming weekend looks like a good time to get a tattoo. Chicago’s Great Lakes Tattoo will be holding their second annual Walk Up Classic, a two-day event featuring 22…
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…
Gigtat: Get Tattoos of Music Fest Set Times and Never Miss a Show
March 15, 2017
Never forget another festival set time with this genius temporary tattoo. You’re at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami, and you’re desperately trying to remember what time Bro Safari takes…
Get Lucky: 13 Sultry Photos of Chandra Thirteen
March 15, 2017
From her long, black tresses down to her silky-smooth tattooed legs, Chandra Thirteen is a total knockout. The alternative cover model is known for driving her social media followers wild…
People Are Really Getting Tattoos of the ‘Cash Me Ousside’ Girl
March 10, 2017
Tattoos of the ‘Cash Me Ousside’ Girl. Wait… What? Nowadays, it’s easier than ever to acquire fame. Whether it’s through the magical (and free) marketing machine known as social media…
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…
20 Dope Biggie Smalls Tattoos
March 9, 2017
Today (March 9, 2017) marks 20 years since hip-hop lost one of its greatest contributors, the Notorious B.I.G. The Brooklyn native, born Christopher Wallace, quickly gained fame for his seemingly…
Lena Dunham Channels Rihanna with New ‘Tit Chandelier’ Tattoo
March 9, 2017
Actress and tattoo aficionado Lena Dunham recently debuted a sexy new tattoo below her breasts, and the fresh ink – a “tit chandelier” as she so aptly calls it –…
Arab Ink: Photo Series Uses Tattoos as a Means for Cultural Education
March 9, 2017
Perceptions of life in the Middle East have been tarnished for decades, and that view has been gaining more traction in recent years. To some on the outside looking in,…
Ed Sheeran Planning a New Tattoo Drawn by Damien Hirst
March 8, 2017
To hear him tell it, Ed Sheeran plans to cover every inch of his body in a colorful explosion of permanent ink, and the singer has hinted that his next…
Woman Gets Tattoo to Match Her Rescue Dog’s Brand
March 8, 2017
When Vanessa Marie Rose rescued her dog, Toby, from a high-kill shelter in Ohio, where he spent more than six years trapped in a cage, he came with an “05”…
Lensman Senén Llanos Exhibits Work at Juan Salgado’s Color Conspiracy
March 8, 2017
Getting together a bunch of hot tattooed models, splashing them with paint and photographing them sounds like a helluva good time! It can also yield some amazing photos. Fifteen-year photography…
Amber Rose Heals From Recent Breakup with a New ‘Hollywood’ Tattoo
March 8, 2017
Amber Rose is known for her “go big or go home” outlook on life – in 2015, she led the L.A.-based “SlutWalk” to honor women who have been judged for…
Sara X Speaks on the Ills of Plastic Surgery
March 3, 2017
Plastic surgery today is seen as normal as piercing your ears or getting a tattoo. Everyone from Hollywood celebs to your auntie from the big city has gone under the…
Thompson Seattle Hosts Tattoo-Themed Dinner and Pop-up Tattoo Shop
March 3, 2017
We don’t know about you, but getting tattooed gives us the major munchies—especially after a long tattoo session. After the artist securely wraps up our new tattoos, we scurry off…
Mike Rubendall: Made in the ’90s
March 1, 2017
World-class tattoo artist, Mike Rubendall, came up in the ’90s era of tattooing, where things like the Internet weren’t available and Photoshop had still not made its way into tattoo…
Star City Tattoo and Arts Expo: The Only Tattoo Convention Held at a Military Base
March 1, 2017
Get inked at a real-life military base during the Star City Tattoo and Arts Expo! Members of our armed forces have basked in ink culture since the days of Sailor…
Lil Uzi Vert’s ‘Faith’ Tattoo Helps Him Focus on Rap
March 1, 2017
Whenever we see someone with a tattoo on their face, our first question is always the same: what made them do it? Well, in rapper Lil Uzi Vert’s case, it…
20 Beautiful Japanese Tattoos
February 24, 2017
Traditional Japanese tattoos are a staple in tattooing … and have been so way long before tattoo art gained as much traction as it has in recent time. The imagery…
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…
You’ve Seen ‘Salt Bae’ Before, But Have You Heard of ‘Tatt Bae’?
February 23, 2017
World-renown tattoo artist, Lil B, goes ham on his latest masterpiece in this "Salt Bae" parody.
Awe-inspiring Hindu Tattoos
February 23, 2017
People often display their devotion to their faith through tattoos. Considering the many gods and goddesses in the Hindu faith there are a heck of a lot of cool tattoos…
Sofia Richie Debuts New Tattoo on Snapchat
February 23, 2017
Sofia Richie’s got a new tattoo! It appears Sofia Richie, the youngest daughter of music legend, Lionel Richie, may be following in fellow model Hailey Baldwin’s footsteps when it comes…
Kickass Foot Tattoos
February 22, 2017
Spending most of your hours wearing shoes and socks is still not an excuse to not get some amazing ink on your feet. We’ve collected some of the coolest foot…
Twenty One Pilots Involved in Another Tattoo Bet
February 22, 2017
Josh Dun and Tyler Joseph of Twenty One Pilots got themselves involved in another tattoo bet on Twitter.
Lady Gaga’s Massive Pre-Grammys Metallica Tattoo — Real or Fake?
February 22, 2017
Gaga’s got a massive back tattoo! But, is it real, though? Lady Gaga’s performance alongside Metallica at the 59th annual Grammy Awards on February 12 was a highly-anticipated event, especially…
Excellent Hand Tattoos
February 17, 2017
Hand tattoos are really difficult pieces to work: working around the fingers, clients understandably squirming from the pain when the artist hits the knuckle area, and the pressure of being…
Cool & Creepy-Crawly Bug Tattoos
February 17, 2017
Be careful, these tattoos might really “bug” you. OK, bad jokes aside, we gathered up a bunch of tattoos of the creepy crawly insects and bugs that surround us at…
Tom Brady Fan Gets Portrait Tattoo of the Super Bowl Champ on his Butt
February 17, 2017
An extremely dedicated Tom Brady fan got a tattoo of the Super Bowl champ on his ass! You can’t make this stuff up. Some dude walked into a Boston area…
Drake May Be Planning a Cover Up for His Camo Shark Tattoo
February 16, 2017
After calling it quits with Rihanna, it seems that Drake is trying to rid himself of the matching tattoo he got with RiRi. Drake must have thought that his relationship…
Instagram Crush: Miss Psycho Cat
February 16, 2017
Inked put together a photo gallery of the blue-haired, blue-eyed, and all-around beautiful pin-up model Miss Psycho Cat. Feast your eyes on this purrrfect girl!
Philly Pro Soccer Team Hiring an Official Tattoo Artist
February 16, 2017
A new position was just created on one of the Major League Soccer teams: Chief Tattoo Officer! The pro soccer team known as the Philadelphia Union is looking to fill…
Louis Tomlinson Got a Weird Tattoo on his Ass
February 16, 2017
Louis Tomlinson has a tattoo on his ass. And, of all things, it’s a tattoo of a penguin wearing headphones. Now we can honestly say that we’ve seen it all.…
Inked Breaks the Guinness World Record for Most Tattoos Done in 12 Hours
February 15, 2017
We went. We inked. We conquered. If you haven’t heard by now, Inked is breaking world records these days. With the assistance of tattoo artists, Erick Alayon and Matt Deleo,…
Graphic Designer Adds Tattoos and Beards to Some of Your Favorite Characters
February 15, 2017
20 of Your Favorite Characters Bearded and Tatted the F-ck Up! Malaysian graphic designer, Ephrem Rokk, much like us, seems to have a penchant for fictional characters, beards and tattoos.…
Life-Like 3D Spider Tattoos
February 15, 2017
These life-like 3-D spider tattoos are ready to jump right off the skin!
Gavin MacIntosh Shows Off New Thai Sak Yant Tattoo
February 15, 2017
“The Fosters” actor Gavin MacIntosh recently revealed a new tattoo on his arm, and the 17-year-old has shared the inspiration behind the ink – a recent trip to Thailand. Read…
Awe-inspiring Geometric Tattoos
February 10, 2017
Geometric tattoos are definitely some of the most impressive looking ink around. The precision that it takes to make this kind of art look good is immense and, at times,…
Kesha On Her New Hand Tattoo: ‘F-kin Meow’
February 9, 2017
For the past several years, Kesha has been embroiled in a bitter legal battle with music producer Lukasz Sebastian Gottwald, known professionally as Dr. Luke, that some say could leave…
Russian Tattoo Artist Covers Up Domestic Abuse Scars Free of Charge
February 9, 2017
Covering up scars with a tattoo can be a spiritually liberating experience—especially when the scars are a result of horrific trauma such as domestic abuse. A Russian tattoo artist has…
Bella Thorne Gets Red ’93’ Arm Tattoo from JonBoy
February 8, 2017
Remember when Bella Thorne got the “wild kitty” tattoos on the backs of her legs last year, and posed in a sweet cowgirl-type outfit to show it off? Well, the…
Zayn Malik Fuels Engagement Rumors with New ‘Love’ Tattoo
February 8, 2017
We may have confirmation that Zayn Malik is indeed engaged to model, Gigi Hadid … sort of. Zayn Malik is probably used to his love life being fodder for tabloids,…
Red Robin Restaurants CEO Gets Burger Tattoo After Losing Bet to Her Employees
February 2, 2017
Betting amongst coworkers is a timeless tradition. Some might bet with one another over the outcome of a football or basketball game, or over who is able to lock in…
Cancer Survivor Gets Tattooed Over Her Scars, And Falls in Love With Her Artist
February 2, 2017
After surviving a mastectomy, several sessions of chemotherapy and reconstructive surgery due to breast cancer, Nina Cristinacce decided to celebrate by getting tattooed over her scars. However, she got 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…
25 Spellbinding Tattoos by Thomas Carli Jarlier
February 2, 2017
25 Breathtaking Tattoos by Thomas Carli Jarlier Even a glance at Thomas Carli Jarlier‘s work is enough to leave you entranced. When you get a tattoo by Jarlier, you’re not only…
Artist Transforms Tribal Tattoo Into an Incredible Military Memorial Piece
February 1, 2017
There are plenty of people out there rocking unwanted tattoos that they think they’ll be stuck with forever, but the incredible transformation of this guy’s old-school tribal tattoo could be…
Zoe Kravitz’s New Leaf Hand Tattoos are Pure Perfection
January 27, 2017
Zoe Kravitz hits up celebrity tattoo artist, Dr. Woo, for her latest addition to her growing tattoo collection. One of the most coveted tattoo artists in the game these days…
20 Clever Birthmark Tattoos
January 27, 2017
These 20 unique individuals found cool ways to put a spin on their birthmarks with tattoos. Birthmarks can elicit two responses from people: there are the folks who feel like…
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…
Celebrity Artist JonBoy Tattoos Bella Hadid
January 25, 2017
After walking the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Bella Hadid celebrates the momentous occasion with a pair of tattoo wings. When Gigi Hadid’s younger sister, Bella, walked the runway in the…
New ‘Tattoo’ That Can Detect Alcohol Levels
January 25, 2017
A tattoo that can tell you when you’ve had one too many at the bar? Sign us up! With hopes of reducing alcohol overdose, violence and drunk driving, nano- and…
Dr. Dabber Sets Sights High with New Aurora ‘Flight Edition’ Vapes
January 24, 2017
Look up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s the funk Dr. Dabber’s new Aurora Flight Edition vaporizer pen. Hit up the slideshow for the deets on…
Tattoo Removal on Track to Become a Multi-billion Dollar Industry
January 24, 2017
The amount of money predicted that the tattoo removal industry will bring in by the year 2022 is too damn high! Whether you’re looking to get a cover up tattoo,…
Cover Up Tattoos: Things You Should Know Beforehand
January 20, 2017
Got a tattoo that you’re not too fond of anymore? Were you the victim of getting a “Spring Break Tattoo” in the folly of your youth? Or, perhaps you got…
Ariel Winter Flaunts Sexy Hip Tattoo in Bikini Pics
January 20, 2017
Alex Dunphy, is that really you?! You probably know Ariel Winter as the smart and dorky younger sister, Alex Dunphy, in ABC’s hit series Modern Family, but you’d hardly recognize…
Ex-Porn Star Mia Khalifa Goes IN on Fanboy’s Awful Tattoo of Her Face
January 18, 2017
There are some iconic individuals who touch us in the deepest parts of our souls which merits a tattoo of their likeness to be inked in our skin for life.…
15 Jason Butcher and Lianne Moule Collabos That Wowed the Sh-t Out of Us
January 18, 2017
Collaboration tattoos almost always produce amazing works of art. If you follow our Instagram, we posted a video last fall of an amazing back piece which was the result of…
Kesha Covering Her Body with Whales
January 18, 2017
In the three years since Kesha went to rehab for an eating disorder and removed the dollar sign from her stage name, the singer has been working on changing her…
Prince Jackson’s Giant Chest Tattoo Misspelled
January 17, 2017
Prince Jackson may only be 19-years-old, but he has quite a few tattoos to his name already, including the new chest and arm piece he had done last week, courtesy…
Dallas Cowboys Fan Changing Up His Tat
January 17, 2017
It’s like the popular adage says, “Think before you ink.” Dallas Cowboys fans had to hang up their jerseys this past Sunday (Jan. 15) after a devastating fade served up…
You Won’t Believe Who Kat Von D is Dating
January 21, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It appears that the tattoo community has a brand new inked power couple. LA Ink’s Kat Von D has been seen out and about with…
The Next Tattooed Super Model: Cat McNeil
January 18, 2016
Watch out world, there’s a new tattooed model rising quickly to the top! Super model Cat McNeil is one inked up beauty queen you are going to want to keep…
Inked Girls In The Shower
January 15, 2016
It was almost two years ago that we gave you the glorious list of our Inked Girls lounging around their bathtubs. To make up for lost time, we figured what…
Megan Massacre Tattoos TLC Star Whitney Way Thore
November 18, 2015
On My Big Fat Fabulous Life Whitney Way Thore went under the needle. No, not for any type of surgery, she was tattooed in front of a live studio audience…
Best Tattooed Girl Costumes
November 2, 2015
Another amazing Halloween has come and gone in the blink of an eye. But before we say farewell to one of our favorite days of the year, we have found…
International Tattooed Model Stephen James
October 13, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text We have shown you the sexiest tattooed female models that we have found, not to mention we even dedicated an entire section of this website to…
Tattoos of Movie Mobsters
September 1, 2015
From Goodfellas to Scarface, mobster movies are some of the greatest movies ever. Characters played by Joe Pesci, Robert DeNiro, and Al Pacino are just a few of the mobsters…
Ditch Tattoos
August 31, 2015
One of the toughest areas of the body to get tattooed is the ditch. The ditch is the inner part of either the elbow or the knee. Due to their…
Cameo Tattoos
August 28, 2015
The cameo tradition began in the fifteenth or sixteenth century, and have since become a term used to describe a type of jewelry. In the past, cameo’s have had various…
Bow Tattoos
August 28, 2015
From super sexy, lace bows to cute and playful, tiny pink bows, we know it can be hard to just choose one. There are just so many bows in this…
Tattooed Model Josh Mario John
August 26, 2015
Not only do majority of the female population want him, but a lot of men want to be him. Ontario native, Josh Mario John, is setting the bar extremely high…
Designer Inspired Tattoos
August 20, 2015
How much do you love your Coco Chanel perfume? What about your Louis Vuitton hang bag? Enough to get it tattooed? Well, these people love their designers so much, that…
Tattoos for Foodies
August 18, 2015
If you just ate an enormous meal one trip through this gallery will revive your hunger. Be prepared to run to your refrigerator or closest super market after checking out…
Fingerprint Tattoos
August 6, 2015
“To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world.” – Bill Wilson We all have someone in our lives who holds a…
Insane Head Tattoos
July 31, 2015
Getting tattooed on areas like the shoulder, the thigh, and even the forearm can sting a bit, but we can not even image what these people felt! Getting tattooed in…
Creative Tattoo Masks
July 30, 2015
We love masks. Sometimes they’re silly, sometimes they’re scary, but they’re always fun. Wouldn’t be cool to have a mask you can throw on at a moment’s notice? That’s what…
Acronyms for the Tattoo World
July 29, 2015
It is sad to think that we take phrases and try to make them even smaller than what they already are. Whether you know it or not, you use acronyms…
Mythical Creature Tattoos
July 27, 2015
Myths and legends have brought us so many fantastic animals. From the pegasus to the minotaur, the dragon to the phoenix, all of these creatures have stories that have captivated…
Jackasses on Tour
July 24, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text What could be better than pulling insane pranks and hurting your friends? Recording it all for the world to see! In 2000, MTV introduced us to…
Robot Tattoos
July 22, 2015
According to logic and the Three Laws of Robotics robots do not have emotions. They are programmed to work and function a certain way in the robot world. In defiance…
Tattoos of Human/Animal Hybrids
July 16, 2015
The internet is filled with all different types of tattoos, just ask Google. Among the most popular tattoos, humans and animals rank pretty high up there. We’ve all seen at…
Filigree Tattoos
July 16, 2015
For years filigree was used primarily in architecture or jewelry. Usually made of gold or silver wires the designs were quite popular in the 16th to 19th centuries. Now it…
Things You Should Know Before You Cover Up Your Ink
July 14, 2015
Sometimes people do not think before they ink. Not enough research on an artist, looking for the cheapest tattoo, or possibly even getting tattooed while intoxicated could all be the…
The Bearded Dame – Harnaam Kaur
July 13, 2015
“I wanted to show society that beauty isn’t just about looking a certain way, we are all so different and we should all celebrate our individuality.” – Harnaam Kaur Harnaam…
The Least Tattoo Friendly Countries
July 10, 2015
Though tattoos have become more of a social norm in many western countries, not all areas of the world agree with people tattooing or getting tattooed. Due to religious and…
Preserved Tattoos
July 8, 2015
Have you ever wondered if you could preserve your tattoos after you pass? Me neither… until now. Thanks to the wonderful people at London’s Wellcome Collection and London’s Science Museum,…
Tattoos of Cowboys and Indians
July 8, 2015
Perhaps the most originally American form of entertainment is the Western. Fiction stemming from the days of our western expansion and the lawless situation in those lands has captured the…
Tattoos of Matryoshka Dolls
July 7, 2015
When we first think about Russia our debauched minds always turn to vodka, but the next best thing would be their cultural Matryoshka (Babushka) Dolls. These made their first appearance…
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March 6, 2024
Blackdot’s State-of-the-Art Tech Draws a Brave New World for Tattoo Culture.
Visibly Inked in Denmark
February 16, 2024
Many Consider the Country’s Law Against Face, Neck and Hand Tattoos to be Outdated
Dillon Forte: Searching for Order in a World of Chaos
February 9, 2024
Dillon Forte’s Vision is Rooted in Sacred Geometry
Kalan.FrFr Talks Life, Music and Tattoos
January 30, 2024
Roc Nation rapper Kalan.FrFr is a walking work of art. His body is adorned with 25 tattoos that all have meaning, telling stories of his life growing up in South…
Amusing Amputees! They Lost a Limb, but Kept Their Sense of Humor!
June 5, 2018
Laughter is the Best Medicine! It is surely a tragedy and a life changing event that wreaks havoc upon the person not only physically, but mentally as well. If something…
The Greatest Amputee Tattoos
May 25, 2018
Turning Loss Into Art From lighthearted and healing to humorous amputees of all types have been getting tattoos as a way to seek closure with their loss, add beauty to…
10 Questions With Tattooed and Ripped Entrepreneur—Brian Mazza
April 26, 2018
Discover how this restauranteur maintains a 6-pack Almost 10 years ago, INKED featured Brian Mazza under a now retired column called “INKED People.” Today, he’s one of the top restauranteurs…
EXCLUSIVE: Bulleit Frontier Works Project Launches World’s Biggest Collaboration Tattoo by Shawn Barber, Kim Saigh, Henry Lewis and More
August 22, 2017
Last night we were at a cocktail bar in Los Angeles when a group of, well, “bros,” saddled up next to us and asked the bartender, “What’s on special?” The…
‘Law & Order’ Tattoos are the Latest Ink Craze Apparently
April 14, 2017
These Dedicated ‘Law & Order’ Fans Are Members of an Elite Inked Squad Unit. These Are Their Stories. ‘DUN, DUN!’ The second-longest-running scripted TV series known as Law & Order…
One of the Best International Tattooers is Moving to the U.S.
April 13, 2017
Rumor Has it That Kobay Kronik May Be Tattooing in L.A. Soon We hear that award-winning artist, Kobay Kronik, is looking to relocate from Istanbul to the sunny streets of…
Police Officers Fighting For Their Right to Bare Their Tattoos
April 12, 2017
Chicago PD Officers Fight Against Strict Department Tattoo Policy Three Chicago police officers took to the Seventh District Courts to proclaim that the tattoo policy, which obligated them to cover…
Gwen Stefani’s Sons Sport Tats Matching Blake Shelton’s Ink
April 12, 2017
Tatted Like Their Step Daddy. If you’re wondering how Gwen Stefani’s sons are taking her fairly new relationship with country singer Blake Shelton, they all appear to be getting along…
Beyoncé and Jay Z Show Off Engagement Tattoos for 9th Wedding Anniversary
April 12, 2017
Hip-Hop’s Royal Family Skip the Bling for Ink If there were any lingering doubts about the future of Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s relationship in the aftermath of that shocking elevator footage…
Wild and Weird Superfan Tattoos
April 7, 2017
Devoted Fans and their Outlandish Tattoo Tributes Folks have been known to get a bit foolhardy when it comes to showing love to their favorite celebrities and sports teams. Some…
Teen Proudly Tattoos ‘Ryan Reynolds’ on His Butt
April 7, 2017
Fan Tattoos Just Get Crazier and Crazier Ryan Reynolds may be attractive and charming, but who would have thought the actor had the power to convince a male fan to…
Jason Momoa Explains Spiritual Meaning Behind His Sleeve Tattoo
April 6, 2017
A Tattoo Fit for a Seafaring Warior Jason Momoa first captured our attention as the fierce yet beautiful Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones, and now the Hawaiian actor has…
ARTIST INTERVIEW: Darwin Enriquez
April 6, 2017
Tackling Multiple Mediums Fifteen-year tattoo veteran, Darwin Enriquez, didn’t intend on slinging ink for a living. His entrance into tattooing started through his skill for drawing. Looking through tattoo magazines,…
Vany Vicious: All-American Tattooed Girl
April 5, 2017
Vany Vicious is an American Beauty. The image of the All-American girl has many forms these days. No longer is the vision of an American girl strictly limited to a…
Sofia Richie Gets a Script Tattoo by JonBoy
April 5, 2017
Sofia Richie Will ‘Never Let Go’ of Her Tattoo Addiction Along with fellow models Hailey Baldwin and Kylie Jenner, Sofia Richie, daughter to music legend Lionel Richie, is a fan…
INKED CRUSH: Lauren Hebert and Her Glorious Side Boob Pics
April 5, 2017
Lauren Gives You Enough of a Peek to Make Your Imagination Run Wild You wanna know what’s better than your typical side boob photo? A photo of a tattooed side…
Bakhar Nabieva: ‘Miss Iron Bum’
March 31, 2017
Behold the “Girl with the Iron Bum.” We’ve seen our fare share of fitness models in the past, but Bakhar Nabieva is ripped! The Ukranian fitness model drove the Internets…
Chris Brown Tattooed by Ink Master’s Halo
March 31, 2017
Chris Brown Adds More Animated Tattoos To His Collection Chris Brown has been a tattoo fiend since the ink needle first pricked his skin when he was 13-years-old. Since then,…
Noah Cyrus Follows in Miley’s Footsteps with Cute Finger Tattoo
March 31, 2017
Miley Cyrus’ older brother, Trace, definitely takes home the award for the most tattooed Cyrus sibling, but Miley is well on her way to challenging his title, and the youngest…
Guy’s Fiancée Furious Over His ‘Grab Her by the Pu–y’ Trump Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Oh, no, baby! What is you doin’? Dumb tattoos are nothing new. In fact, reality TV shows have been created dedicated to tattoos that simply leave you in awe wondering:…
Justin Bieber Completes His Chest with Fierce New Lion Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Whether you’re a fan of Justin Bieber or not, you have to admit that his years-long transformation from innocent boy wonder to shirtless tattooed superstar has been kind of mesmerizing.…
The Controversy Behind Canadian PM Trudeau’s Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau might quite possibly be the coolest head of state—especially now that Barack Obama is no longer in power. PM Trudeau hangs out with the likes…
VIDEO: Stephen King’s ‘It’ Official Trailer Released
March 29, 2017
This Trailer Will Give You Nightmares! Since it was announced that Stephen King’s 1986 novel, It, would be adapted into a full-length feature film, folks have been at the edge…
Miley Cyrus Dedicates New Tattoo to Billy Ray
March 29, 2017
Miley’s Got Some New Ink! A tiny wave on her finger, a jar of Vegemite yeast paste on her arm, a tattoo of her brother’s nickname on her wrist. These…
Spanish Soccer Star’s Tattoos are Odd, But Incredible
March 29, 2017
The Curious and Wondrous Tattoos of Alberto Moreno A gun-toting chimpanzee, a tiger with a bandana on its head, a panda bear wearing a monocle and bowler hat and smoking…
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…
VIDEO: Girl Let’s Friend Pick Her Tattoo, And BFF Brands Her with an Insta Tag
March 23, 2017
“You put your handle on me?!” Eighteen-year-old Canadian vlogger, Elle Mills, recently gave her best friend, Tavian Palacios, one of the biggest privileges one could bestow upon someone. She let…
INKED CRUSH: Jess Brady’s Got the Juice
March 23, 2017
Move over Marsha! Jess is the hottest Brady. Australian tattooed model Jess Brady’s got just the right amount of juice to quench your thirst. When Jess isn’t hard at work…
Justin Bieber Debuts Two New Huge Tattoos
March 23, 2017
Justin Bieber is the king of the shirtless Instagram selfie, and thanks to a series of photos and videos posted to his account on March 20, we now know that…
Tattoo Removals Spike Amid Fears of Trump’s Immigration Policy
March 23, 2017
Can your ink really get you deported from the U.S.? As of recent, tattoo removal clinics in the United States have seen an upsurge in business lately. However, their appointment…
Veteran is Denied Entry into a Bar Because of his Neck Tattoo
March 22, 2017
Being discriminated for a job because of your tattoos isn’t anything new, but a paying customer being turned away from an establishment – a bar of all places – because…
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…
PHOTOS: 15 Tattoos With Hometown Pride
March 16, 2017
15 Tattoos Reppin’ ‘Hoods Around the World Would you be down to represent your hometown or state with a tattoo? Rapper Paul Wall will tell you that reppin’ your ‘hood…
Paul Wall Gets Tattoo of Iconic Houston Graffiti Mural
March 16, 2017
Reppin’ your ‘hood in ink has been a staple in the tattoo game for quite some time. Whether it’s the Hollywood sign across your back or a killer sleeve of…
Great Lakes Tattoo’s 2nd Annual Walk Up Classic Goes Down This Weekend
March 16, 2017
This coming weekend looks like a good time to get a tattoo. Chicago’s Great Lakes Tattoo will be holding their second annual Walk Up Classic, a two-day event featuring 22…
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…
Gigtat: Get Tattoos of Music Fest Set Times and Never Miss a Show
March 15, 2017
Never forget another festival set time with this genius temporary tattoo. You’re at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami, and you’re desperately trying to remember what time Bro Safari takes…
Get Lucky: 13 Sultry Photos of Chandra Thirteen
March 15, 2017
From her long, black tresses down to her silky-smooth tattooed legs, Chandra Thirteen is a total knockout. The alternative cover model is known for driving her social media followers wild…
People Are Really Getting Tattoos of the ‘Cash Me Ousside’ Girl
March 10, 2017
Tattoos of the ‘Cash Me Ousside’ Girl. Wait… What? Nowadays, it’s easier than ever to acquire fame. Whether it’s through the magical (and free) marketing machine known as social media…
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…
20 Dope Biggie Smalls Tattoos
March 9, 2017
Today (March 9, 2017) marks 20 years since hip-hop lost one of its greatest contributors, the Notorious B.I.G. The Brooklyn native, born Christopher Wallace, quickly gained fame for his seemingly…
Lena Dunham Channels Rihanna with New ‘Tit Chandelier’ Tattoo
March 9, 2017
Actress and tattoo aficionado Lena Dunham recently debuted a sexy new tattoo below her breasts, and the fresh ink – a “tit chandelier” as she so aptly calls it –…
Arab Ink: Photo Series Uses Tattoos as a Means for Cultural Education
March 9, 2017
Perceptions of life in the Middle East have been tarnished for decades, and that view has been gaining more traction in recent years. To some on the outside looking in,…
Ed Sheeran Planning a New Tattoo Drawn by Damien Hirst
March 8, 2017
To hear him tell it, Ed Sheeran plans to cover every inch of his body in a colorful explosion of permanent ink, and the singer has hinted that his next…
Woman Gets Tattoo to Match Her Rescue Dog’s Brand
March 8, 2017
When Vanessa Marie Rose rescued her dog, Toby, from a high-kill shelter in Ohio, where he spent more than six years trapped in a cage, he came with an “05”…
Lensman Senén Llanos Exhibits Work at Juan Salgado’s Color Conspiracy
March 8, 2017
Getting together a bunch of hot tattooed models, splashing them with paint and photographing them sounds like a helluva good time! It can also yield some amazing photos. Fifteen-year photography…
Amber Rose Heals From Recent Breakup with a New ‘Hollywood’ Tattoo
March 8, 2017
Amber Rose is known for her “go big or go home” outlook on life – in 2015, she led the L.A.-based “SlutWalk” to honor women who have been judged for…
Sara X Speaks on the Ills of Plastic Surgery
March 3, 2017
Plastic surgery today is seen as normal as piercing your ears or getting a tattoo. Everyone from Hollywood celebs to your auntie from the big city has gone under the…
Thompson Seattle Hosts Tattoo-Themed Dinner and Pop-up Tattoo Shop
March 3, 2017
We don’t know about you, but getting tattooed gives us the major munchies—especially after a long tattoo session. After the artist securely wraps up our new tattoos, we scurry off…
Mike Rubendall: Made in the ’90s
March 1, 2017
World-class tattoo artist, Mike Rubendall, came up in the ’90s era of tattooing, where things like the Internet weren’t available and Photoshop had still not made its way into tattoo…
Star City Tattoo and Arts Expo: The Only Tattoo Convention Held at a Military Base
March 1, 2017
Get inked at a real-life military base during the Star City Tattoo and Arts Expo! Members of our armed forces have basked in ink culture since the days of Sailor…
Lil Uzi Vert’s ‘Faith’ Tattoo Helps Him Focus on Rap
March 1, 2017
Whenever we see someone with a tattoo on their face, our first question is always the same: what made them do it? Well, in rapper Lil Uzi Vert’s case, it…
20 Beautiful Japanese Tattoos
February 24, 2017
Traditional Japanese tattoos are a staple in tattooing … and have been so way long before tattoo art gained as much traction as it has in recent time. The imagery…
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…
You’ve Seen ‘Salt Bae’ Before, But Have You Heard of ‘Tatt Bae’?
February 23, 2017
World-renown tattoo artist, Lil B, goes ham on his latest masterpiece in this "Salt Bae" parody.
Awe-inspiring Hindu Tattoos
February 23, 2017
People often display their devotion to their faith through tattoos. Considering the many gods and goddesses in the Hindu faith there are a heck of a lot of cool tattoos…
Sofia Richie Debuts New Tattoo on Snapchat
February 23, 2017
Sofia Richie’s got a new tattoo! It appears Sofia Richie, the youngest daughter of music legend, Lionel Richie, may be following in fellow model Hailey Baldwin’s footsteps when it comes…
Kickass Foot Tattoos
February 22, 2017
Spending most of your hours wearing shoes and socks is still not an excuse to not get some amazing ink on your feet. We’ve collected some of the coolest foot…
Twenty One Pilots Involved in Another Tattoo Bet
February 22, 2017
Josh Dun and Tyler Joseph of Twenty One Pilots got themselves involved in another tattoo bet on Twitter.
Lady Gaga’s Massive Pre-Grammys Metallica Tattoo — Real or Fake?
February 22, 2017
Gaga’s got a massive back tattoo! But, is it real, though? Lady Gaga’s performance alongside Metallica at the 59th annual Grammy Awards on February 12 was a highly-anticipated event, especially…
Excellent Hand Tattoos
February 17, 2017
Hand tattoos are really difficult pieces to work: working around the fingers, clients understandably squirming from the pain when the artist hits the knuckle area, and the pressure of being…
Cool & Creepy-Crawly Bug Tattoos
February 17, 2017
Be careful, these tattoos might really “bug” you. OK, bad jokes aside, we gathered up a bunch of tattoos of the creepy crawly insects and bugs that surround us at…
Tom Brady Fan Gets Portrait Tattoo of the Super Bowl Champ on his Butt
February 17, 2017
An extremely dedicated Tom Brady fan got a tattoo of the Super Bowl champ on his ass! You can’t make this stuff up. Some dude walked into a Boston area…
Drake May Be Planning a Cover Up for His Camo Shark Tattoo
February 16, 2017
After calling it quits with Rihanna, it seems that Drake is trying to rid himself of the matching tattoo he got with RiRi. Drake must have thought that his relationship…
Instagram Crush: Miss Psycho Cat
February 16, 2017
Inked put together a photo gallery of the blue-haired, blue-eyed, and all-around beautiful pin-up model Miss Psycho Cat. Feast your eyes on this purrrfect girl!
Philly Pro Soccer Team Hiring an Official Tattoo Artist
February 16, 2017
A new position was just created on one of the Major League Soccer teams: Chief Tattoo Officer! The pro soccer team known as the Philadelphia Union is looking to fill…
Louis Tomlinson Got a Weird Tattoo on his Ass
February 16, 2017
Louis Tomlinson has a tattoo on his ass. And, of all things, it’s a tattoo of a penguin wearing headphones. Now we can honestly say that we’ve seen it all.…
Inked Breaks the Guinness World Record for Most Tattoos Done in 12 Hours
February 15, 2017
We went. We inked. We conquered. If you haven’t heard by now, Inked is breaking world records these days. With the assistance of tattoo artists, Erick Alayon and Matt Deleo,…
Graphic Designer Adds Tattoos and Beards to Some of Your Favorite Characters
February 15, 2017
20 of Your Favorite Characters Bearded and Tatted the F-ck Up! Malaysian graphic designer, Ephrem Rokk, much like us, seems to have a penchant for fictional characters, beards and tattoos.…
Life-Like 3D Spider Tattoos
February 15, 2017
These life-like 3-D spider tattoos are ready to jump right off the skin!
Gavin MacIntosh Shows Off New Thai Sak Yant Tattoo
February 15, 2017
“The Fosters” actor Gavin MacIntosh recently revealed a new tattoo on his arm, and the 17-year-old has shared the inspiration behind the ink – a recent trip to Thailand. Read…
Awe-inspiring Geometric Tattoos
February 10, 2017
Geometric tattoos are definitely some of the most impressive looking ink around. The precision that it takes to make this kind of art look good is immense and, at times,…
Kesha On Her New Hand Tattoo: ‘F-kin Meow’
February 9, 2017
For the past several years, Kesha has been embroiled in a bitter legal battle with music producer Lukasz Sebastian Gottwald, known professionally as Dr. Luke, that some say could leave…
Russian Tattoo Artist Covers Up Domestic Abuse Scars Free of Charge
February 9, 2017
Covering up scars with a tattoo can be a spiritually liberating experience—especially when the scars are a result of horrific trauma such as domestic abuse. A Russian tattoo artist has…
Bella Thorne Gets Red ’93’ Arm Tattoo from JonBoy
February 8, 2017
Remember when Bella Thorne got the “wild kitty” tattoos on the backs of her legs last year, and posed in a sweet cowgirl-type outfit to show it off? Well, the…
Zayn Malik Fuels Engagement Rumors with New ‘Love’ Tattoo
February 8, 2017
We may have confirmation that Zayn Malik is indeed engaged to model, Gigi Hadid … sort of. Zayn Malik is probably used to his love life being fodder for tabloids,…
Red Robin Restaurants CEO Gets Burger Tattoo After Losing Bet to Her Employees
February 2, 2017
Betting amongst coworkers is a timeless tradition. Some might bet with one another over the outcome of a football or basketball game, or over who is able to lock in…
Cancer Survivor Gets Tattooed Over Her Scars, And Falls in Love With Her Artist
February 2, 2017
After surviving a mastectomy, several sessions of chemotherapy and reconstructive surgery due to breast cancer, Nina Cristinacce decided to celebrate by getting tattooed over her scars. However, she got 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…
25 Spellbinding Tattoos by Thomas Carli Jarlier
February 2, 2017
25 Breathtaking Tattoos by Thomas Carli Jarlier Even a glance at Thomas Carli Jarlier‘s work is enough to leave you entranced. When you get a tattoo by Jarlier, you’re not only…
Artist Transforms Tribal Tattoo Into an Incredible Military Memorial Piece
February 1, 2017
There are plenty of people out there rocking unwanted tattoos that they think they’ll be stuck with forever, but the incredible transformation of this guy’s old-school tribal tattoo could be…
Zoe Kravitz’s New Leaf Hand Tattoos are Pure Perfection
January 27, 2017
Zoe Kravitz hits up celebrity tattoo artist, Dr. Woo, for her latest addition to her growing tattoo collection. One of the most coveted tattoo artists in the game these days…
20 Clever Birthmark Tattoos
January 27, 2017
These 20 unique individuals found cool ways to put a spin on their birthmarks with tattoos. Birthmarks can elicit two responses from people: there are the folks who feel like…
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…
Celebrity Artist JonBoy Tattoos Bella Hadid
January 25, 2017
After walking the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Bella Hadid celebrates the momentous occasion with a pair of tattoo wings. When Gigi Hadid’s younger sister, Bella, walked the runway in the…
New ‘Tattoo’ That Can Detect Alcohol Levels
January 25, 2017
A tattoo that can tell you when you’ve had one too many at the bar? Sign us up! With hopes of reducing alcohol overdose, violence and drunk driving, nano- and…
Dr. Dabber Sets Sights High with New Aurora ‘Flight Edition’ Vapes
January 24, 2017
Look up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s the funk Dr. Dabber’s new Aurora Flight Edition vaporizer pen. Hit up the slideshow for the deets on…
Tattoo Removal on Track to Become a Multi-billion Dollar Industry
January 24, 2017
The amount of money predicted that the tattoo removal industry will bring in by the year 2022 is too damn high! Whether you’re looking to get a cover up tattoo,…
Cover Up Tattoos: Things You Should Know Beforehand
January 20, 2017
Got a tattoo that you’re not too fond of anymore? Were you the victim of getting a “Spring Break Tattoo” in the folly of your youth? Or, perhaps you got…
Ariel Winter Flaunts Sexy Hip Tattoo in Bikini Pics
January 20, 2017
Alex Dunphy, is that really you?! You probably know Ariel Winter as the smart and dorky younger sister, Alex Dunphy, in ABC’s hit series Modern Family, but you’d hardly recognize…
Ex-Porn Star Mia Khalifa Goes IN on Fanboy’s Awful Tattoo of Her Face
January 18, 2017
There are some iconic individuals who touch us in the deepest parts of our souls which merits a tattoo of their likeness to be inked in our skin for life.…
15 Jason Butcher and Lianne Moule Collabos That Wowed the Sh-t Out of Us
January 18, 2017
Collaboration tattoos almost always produce amazing works of art. If you follow our Instagram, we posted a video last fall of an amazing back piece which was the result of…
Kesha Covering Her Body with Whales
January 18, 2017
In the three years since Kesha went to rehab for an eating disorder and removed the dollar sign from her stage name, the singer has been working on changing her…
Prince Jackson’s Giant Chest Tattoo Misspelled
January 17, 2017
Prince Jackson may only be 19-years-old, but he has quite a few tattoos to his name already, including the new chest and arm piece he had done last week, courtesy…
Dallas Cowboys Fan Changing Up His Tat
January 17, 2017
It’s like the popular adage says, “Think before you ink.” Dallas Cowboys fans had to hang up their jerseys this past Sunday (Jan. 15) after a devastating fade served up…
You Won’t Believe Who Kat Von D is Dating
January 21, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It appears that the tattoo community has a brand new inked power couple. LA Ink’s Kat Von D has been seen out and about with…
The Next Tattooed Super Model: Cat McNeil
January 18, 2016
Watch out world, there’s a new tattooed model rising quickly to the top! Super model Cat McNeil is one inked up beauty queen you are going to want to keep…
Inked Girls In The Shower
January 15, 2016
It was almost two years ago that we gave you the glorious list of our Inked Girls lounging around their bathtubs. To make up for lost time, we figured what…
Megan Massacre Tattoos TLC Star Whitney Way Thore
November 18, 2015
On My Big Fat Fabulous Life Whitney Way Thore went under the needle. No, not for any type of surgery, she was tattooed in front of a live studio audience…
Best Tattooed Girl Costumes
November 2, 2015
Another amazing Halloween has come and gone in the blink of an eye. But before we say farewell to one of our favorite days of the year, we have found…
International Tattooed Model Stephen James
October 13, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text We have shown you the sexiest tattooed female models that we have found, not to mention we even dedicated an entire section of this website to…
Tattoos of Movie Mobsters
September 1, 2015
From Goodfellas to Scarface, mobster movies are some of the greatest movies ever. Characters played by Joe Pesci, Robert DeNiro, and Al Pacino are just a few of the mobsters…
Ditch Tattoos
August 31, 2015
One of the toughest areas of the body to get tattooed is the ditch. The ditch is the inner part of either the elbow or the knee. Due to their…
Cameo Tattoos
August 28, 2015
The cameo tradition began in the fifteenth or sixteenth century, and have since become a term used to describe a type of jewelry. In the past, cameo’s have had various…
Bow Tattoos
August 28, 2015
From super sexy, lace bows to cute and playful, tiny pink bows, we know it can be hard to just choose one. There are just so many bows in this…
Tattooed Model Josh Mario John
August 26, 2015
Not only do majority of the female population want him, but a lot of men want to be him. Ontario native, Josh Mario John, is setting the bar extremely high…
Designer Inspired Tattoos
August 20, 2015
How much do you love your Coco Chanel perfume? What about your Louis Vuitton hang bag? Enough to get it tattooed? Well, these people love their designers so much, that…
Tattoos for Foodies
August 18, 2015
If you just ate an enormous meal one trip through this gallery will revive your hunger. Be prepared to run to your refrigerator or closest super market after checking out…
Fingerprint Tattoos
August 6, 2015
“To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world.” – Bill Wilson We all have someone in our lives who holds a…
Insane Head Tattoos
July 31, 2015
Getting tattooed on areas like the shoulder, the thigh, and even the forearm can sting a bit, but we can not even image what these people felt! Getting tattooed in…
Creative Tattoo Masks
July 30, 2015
We love masks. Sometimes they’re silly, sometimes they’re scary, but they’re always fun. Wouldn’t be cool to have a mask you can throw on at a moment’s notice? That’s what…
Acronyms for the Tattoo World
July 29, 2015
It is sad to think that we take phrases and try to make them even smaller than what they already are. Whether you know it or not, you use acronyms…
Mythical Creature Tattoos
July 27, 2015
Myths and legends have brought us so many fantastic animals. From the pegasus to the minotaur, the dragon to the phoenix, all of these creatures have stories that have captivated…
Jackasses on Tour
July 24, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text What could be better than pulling insane pranks and hurting your friends? Recording it all for the world to see! In 2000, MTV introduced us to…
Robot Tattoos
July 22, 2015
According to logic and the Three Laws of Robotics robots do not have emotions. They are programmed to work and function a certain way in the robot world. In defiance…
Tattoos of Human/Animal Hybrids
July 16, 2015
The internet is filled with all different types of tattoos, just ask Google. Among the most popular tattoos, humans and animals rank pretty high up there. We’ve all seen at…
Filigree Tattoos
July 16, 2015
For years filigree was used primarily in architecture or jewelry. Usually made of gold or silver wires the designs were quite popular in the 16th to 19th centuries. Now it…
Things You Should Know Before You Cover Up Your Ink
July 14, 2015
Sometimes people do not think before they ink. Not enough research on an artist, looking for the cheapest tattoo, or possibly even getting tattooed while intoxicated could all be the…
The Bearded Dame – Harnaam Kaur
July 13, 2015
“I wanted to show society that beauty isn’t just about looking a certain way, we are all so different and we should all celebrate our individuality.” – Harnaam Kaur Harnaam…
The Least Tattoo Friendly Countries
July 10, 2015
Though tattoos have become more of a social norm in many western countries, not all areas of the world agree with people tattooing or getting tattooed. Due to religious and…
Preserved Tattoos
July 8, 2015
Have you ever wondered if you could preserve your tattoos after you pass? Me neither… until now. Thanks to the wonderful people at London’s Wellcome Collection and London’s Science Museum,…
Tattoos of Cowboys and Indians
July 8, 2015
Perhaps the most originally American form of entertainment is the Western. Fiction stemming from the days of our western expansion and the lawless situation in those lands has captured the…
Tattoos of Matryoshka Dolls
July 7, 2015
When we first think about Russia our debauched minds always turn to vodka, but the next best thing would be their cultural Matryoshka (Babushka) Dolls. These made their first appearance…
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Dillon Forte: Searching for Order in a World of Chaos
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Dillon Forte’s Vision is Rooted in Sacred Geometry
Kalan.FrFr Talks Life, Music and Tattoos
January 30, 2024
Roc Nation rapper Kalan.FrFr is a walking work of art. His body is adorned with 25 tattoos that all have meaning, telling stories of his life growing up in South…
Amusing Amputees! They Lost a Limb, but Kept Their Sense of Humor!
June 5, 2018
Laughter is the Best Medicine! It is surely a tragedy and a life changing event that wreaks havoc upon the person not only physically, but mentally as well. If something…
The Greatest Amputee Tattoos
May 25, 2018
Turning Loss Into Art From lighthearted and healing to humorous amputees of all types have been getting tattoos as a way to seek closure with their loss, add beauty to…
10 Questions With Tattooed and Ripped Entrepreneur—Brian Mazza
April 26, 2018
Discover how this restauranteur maintains a 6-pack Almost 10 years ago, INKED featured Brian Mazza under a now retired column called “INKED People.” Today, he’s one of the top restauranteurs…
EXCLUSIVE: Bulleit Frontier Works Project Launches World’s Biggest Collaboration Tattoo by Shawn Barber, Kim Saigh, Henry Lewis and More
August 22, 2017
Last night we were at a cocktail bar in Los Angeles when a group of, well, “bros,” saddled up next to us and asked the bartender, “What’s on special?” The…
‘Law & Order’ Tattoos are the Latest Ink Craze Apparently
April 14, 2017
These Dedicated ‘Law & Order’ Fans Are Members of an Elite Inked Squad Unit. These Are Their Stories. ‘DUN, DUN!’ The second-longest-running scripted TV series known as Law & Order…
One of the Best International Tattooers is Moving to the U.S.
April 13, 2017
Rumor Has it That Kobay Kronik May Be Tattooing in L.A. Soon We hear that award-winning artist, Kobay Kronik, is looking to relocate from Istanbul to the sunny streets of…
Police Officers Fighting For Their Right to Bare Their Tattoos
April 12, 2017
Chicago PD Officers Fight Against Strict Department Tattoo Policy Three Chicago police officers took to the Seventh District Courts to proclaim that the tattoo policy, which obligated them to cover…
Gwen Stefani’s Sons Sport Tats Matching Blake Shelton’s Ink
April 12, 2017
Tatted Like Their Step Daddy. If you’re wondering how Gwen Stefani’s sons are taking her fairly new relationship with country singer Blake Shelton, they all appear to be getting along…
Beyoncé and Jay Z Show Off Engagement Tattoos for 9th Wedding Anniversary
April 12, 2017
Hip-Hop’s Royal Family Skip the Bling for Ink If there were any lingering doubts about the future of Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s relationship in the aftermath of that shocking elevator footage…
Wild and Weird Superfan Tattoos
April 7, 2017
Devoted Fans and their Outlandish Tattoo Tributes Folks have been known to get a bit foolhardy when it comes to showing love to their favorite celebrities and sports teams. Some…
Teen Proudly Tattoos ‘Ryan Reynolds’ on His Butt
April 7, 2017
Fan Tattoos Just Get Crazier and Crazier Ryan Reynolds may be attractive and charming, but who would have thought the actor had the power to convince a male fan to…
Jason Momoa Explains Spiritual Meaning Behind His Sleeve Tattoo
April 6, 2017
A Tattoo Fit for a Seafaring Warior Jason Momoa first captured our attention as the fierce yet beautiful Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones, and now the Hawaiian actor has…
ARTIST INTERVIEW: Darwin Enriquez
April 6, 2017
Tackling Multiple Mediums Fifteen-year tattoo veteran, Darwin Enriquez, didn’t intend on slinging ink for a living. His entrance into tattooing started through his skill for drawing. Looking through tattoo magazines,…
Vany Vicious: All-American Tattooed Girl
April 5, 2017
Vany Vicious is an American Beauty. The image of the All-American girl has many forms these days. No longer is the vision of an American girl strictly limited to a…
Sofia Richie Gets a Script Tattoo by JonBoy
April 5, 2017
Sofia Richie Will ‘Never Let Go’ of Her Tattoo Addiction Along with fellow models Hailey Baldwin and Kylie Jenner, Sofia Richie, daughter to music legend Lionel Richie, is a fan…
INKED CRUSH: Lauren Hebert and Her Glorious Side Boob Pics
April 5, 2017
Lauren Gives You Enough of a Peek to Make Your Imagination Run Wild You wanna know what’s better than your typical side boob photo? A photo of a tattooed side…
Bakhar Nabieva: ‘Miss Iron Bum’
March 31, 2017
Behold the “Girl with the Iron Bum.” We’ve seen our fare share of fitness models in the past, but Bakhar Nabieva is ripped! The Ukranian fitness model drove the Internets…
Chris Brown Tattooed by Ink Master’s Halo
March 31, 2017
Chris Brown Adds More Animated Tattoos To His Collection Chris Brown has been a tattoo fiend since the ink needle first pricked his skin when he was 13-years-old. Since then,…
Noah Cyrus Follows in Miley’s Footsteps with Cute Finger Tattoo
March 31, 2017
Miley Cyrus’ older brother, Trace, definitely takes home the award for the most tattooed Cyrus sibling, but Miley is well on her way to challenging his title, and the youngest…
Guy’s Fiancée Furious Over His ‘Grab Her by the Pu–y’ Trump Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Oh, no, baby! What is you doin’? Dumb tattoos are nothing new. In fact, reality TV shows have been created dedicated to tattoos that simply leave you in awe wondering:…
Justin Bieber Completes His Chest with Fierce New Lion Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Whether you’re a fan of Justin Bieber or not, you have to admit that his years-long transformation from innocent boy wonder to shirtless tattooed superstar has been kind of mesmerizing.…
The Controversy Behind Canadian PM Trudeau’s Tattoo
March 30, 2017
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau might quite possibly be the coolest head of state—especially now that Barack Obama is no longer in power. PM Trudeau hangs out with the likes…
VIDEO: Stephen King’s ‘It’ Official Trailer Released
March 29, 2017
This Trailer Will Give You Nightmares! Since it was announced that Stephen King’s 1986 novel, It, would be adapted into a full-length feature film, folks have been at the edge…
Miley Cyrus Dedicates New Tattoo to Billy Ray
March 29, 2017
Miley’s Got Some New Ink! A tiny wave on her finger, a jar of Vegemite yeast paste on her arm, a tattoo of her brother’s nickname on her wrist. These…
Spanish Soccer Star’s Tattoos are Odd, But Incredible
March 29, 2017
The Curious and Wondrous Tattoos of Alberto Moreno A gun-toting chimpanzee, a tiger with a bandana on its head, a panda bear wearing a monocle and bowler hat and smoking…
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…
VIDEO: Girl Let’s Friend Pick Her Tattoo, And BFF Brands Her with an Insta Tag
March 23, 2017
“You put your handle on me?!” Eighteen-year-old Canadian vlogger, Elle Mills, recently gave her best friend, Tavian Palacios, one of the biggest privileges one could bestow upon someone. She let…
INKED CRUSH: Jess Brady’s Got the Juice
March 23, 2017
Move over Marsha! Jess is the hottest Brady. Australian tattooed model Jess Brady’s got just the right amount of juice to quench your thirst. When Jess isn’t hard at work…
Justin Bieber Debuts Two New Huge Tattoos
March 23, 2017
Justin Bieber is the king of the shirtless Instagram selfie, and thanks to a series of photos and videos posted to his account on March 20, we now know that…
Tattoo Removals Spike Amid Fears of Trump’s Immigration Policy
March 23, 2017
Can your ink really get you deported from the U.S.? As of recent, tattoo removal clinics in the United States have seen an upsurge in business lately. However, their appointment…
Veteran is Denied Entry into a Bar Because of his Neck Tattoo
March 22, 2017
Being discriminated for a job because of your tattoos isn’t anything new, but a paying customer being turned away from an establishment – a bar of all places – because…
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…
PHOTOS: 15 Tattoos With Hometown Pride
March 16, 2017
15 Tattoos Reppin’ ‘Hoods Around the World Would you be down to represent your hometown or state with a tattoo? Rapper Paul Wall will tell you that reppin’ your ‘hood…
Paul Wall Gets Tattoo of Iconic Houston Graffiti Mural
March 16, 2017
Reppin’ your ‘hood in ink has been a staple in the tattoo game for quite some time. Whether it’s the Hollywood sign across your back or a killer sleeve of…
Great Lakes Tattoo’s 2nd Annual Walk Up Classic Goes Down This Weekend
March 16, 2017
This coming weekend looks like a good time to get a tattoo. Chicago’s Great Lakes Tattoo will be holding their second annual Walk Up Classic, a two-day event featuring 22…
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…
Gigtat: Get Tattoos of Music Fest Set Times and Never Miss a Show
March 15, 2017
Never forget another festival set time with this genius temporary tattoo. You’re at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami, and you’re desperately trying to remember what time Bro Safari takes…
Get Lucky: 13 Sultry Photos of Chandra Thirteen
March 15, 2017
From her long, black tresses down to her silky-smooth tattooed legs, Chandra Thirteen is a total knockout. The alternative cover model is known for driving her social media followers wild…
People Are Really Getting Tattoos of the ‘Cash Me Ousside’ Girl
March 10, 2017
Tattoos of the ‘Cash Me Ousside’ Girl. Wait… What? Nowadays, it’s easier than ever to acquire fame. Whether it’s through the magical (and free) marketing machine known as social media…
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…
20 Dope Biggie Smalls Tattoos
March 9, 2017
Today (March 9, 2017) marks 20 years since hip-hop lost one of its greatest contributors, the Notorious B.I.G. The Brooklyn native, born Christopher Wallace, quickly gained fame for his seemingly…
Lena Dunham Channels Rihanna with New ‘Tit Chandelier’ Tattoo
March 9, 2017
Actress and tattoo aficionado Lena Dunham recently debuted a sexy new tattoo below her breasts, and the fresh ink – a “tit chandelier” as she so aptly calls it –…
Arab Ink: Photo Series Uses Tattoos as a Means for Cultural Education
March 9, 2017
Perceptions of life in the Middle East have been tarnished for decades, and that view has been gaining more traction in recent years. To some on the outside looking in,…
Ed Sheeran Planning a New Tattoo Drawn by Damien Hirst
March 8, 2017
To hear him tell it, Ed Sheeran plans to cover every inch of his body in a colorful explosion of permanent ink, and the singer has hinted that his next…
Woman Gets Tattoo to Match Her Rescue Dog’s Brand
March 8, 2017
When Vanessa Marie Rose rescued her dog, Toby, from a high-kill shelter in Ohio, where he spent more than six years trapped in a cage, he came with an “05”…
Lensman Senén Llanos Exhibits Work at Juan Salgado’s Color Conspiracy
March 8, 2017
Getting together a bunch of hot tattooed models, splashing them with paint and photographing them sounds like a helluva good time! It can also yield some amazing photos. Fifteen-year photography…
Amber Rose Heals From Recent Breakup with a New ‘Hollywood’ Tattoo
March 8, 2017
Amber Rose is known for her “go big or go home” outlook on life – in 2015, she led the L.A.-based “SlutWalk” to honor women who have been judged for…
Sara X Speaks on the Ills of Plastic Surgery
March 3, 2017
Plastic surgery today is seen as normal as piercing your ears or getting a tattoo. Everyone from Hollywood celebs to your auntie from the big city has gone under the…
Thompson Seattle Hosts Tattoo-Themed Dinner and Pop-up Tattoo Shop
March 3, 2017
We don’t know about you, but getting tattooed gives us the major munchies—especially after a long tattoo session. After the artist securely wraps up our new tattoos, we scurry off…
Mike Rubendall: Made in the ’90s
March 1, 2017
World-class tattoo artist, Mike Rubendall, came up in the ’90s era of tattooing, where things like the Internet weren’t available and Photoshop had still not made its way into tattoo…
Star City Tattoo and Arts Expo: The Only Tattoo Convention Held at a Military Base
March 1, 2017
Get inked at a real-life military base during the Star City Tattoo and Arts Expo! Members of our armed forces have basked in ink culture since the days of Sailor…
Lil Uzi Vert’s ‘Faith’ Tattoo Helps Him Focus on Rap
March 1, 2017
Whenever we see someone with a tattoo on their face, our first question is always the same: what made them do it? Well, in rapper Lil Uzi Vert’s case, it…
20 Beautiful Japanese Tattoos
February 24, 2017
Traditional Japanese tattoos are a staple in tattooing … and have been so way long before tattoo art gained as much traction as it has in recent time. The imagery…
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…
You’ve Seen ‘Salt Bae’ Before, But Have You Heard of ‘Tatt Bae’?
February 23, 2017
World-renown tattoo artist, Lil B, goes ham on his latest masterpiece in this "Salt Bae" parody.
Awe-inspiring Hindu Tattoos
February 23, 2017
People often display their devotion to their faith through tattoos. Considering the many gods and goddesses in the Hindu faith there are a heck of a lot of cool tattoos…
Sofia Richie Debuts New Tattoo on Snapchat
February 23, 2017
Sofia Richie’s got a new tattoo! It appears Sofia Richie, the youngest daughter of music legend, Lionel Richie, may be following in fellow model Hailey Baldwin’s footsteps when it comes…
Kickass Foot Tattoos
February 22, 2017
Spending most of your hours wearing shoes and socks is still not an excuse to not get some amazing ink on your feet. We’ve collected some of the coolest foot…
Twenty One Pilots Involved in Another Tattoo Bet
February 22, 2017
Josh Dun and Tyler Joseph of Twenty One Pilots got themselves involved in another tattoo bet on Twitter.
Lady Gaga’s Massive Pre-Grammys Metallica Tattoo — Real or Fake?
February 22, 2017
Gaga’s got a massive back tattoo! But, is it real, though? Lady Gaga’s performance alongside Metallica at the 59th annual Grammy Awards on February 12 was a highly-anticipated event, especially…
Excellent Hand Tattoos
February 17, 2017
Hand tattoos are really difficult pieces to work: working around the fingers, clients understandably squirming from the pain when the artist hits the knuckle area, and the pressure of being…
Cool & Creepy-Crawly Bug Tattoos
February 17, 2017
Be careful, these tattoos might really “bug” you. OK, bad jokes aside, we gathered up a bunch of tattoos of the creepy crawly insects and bugs that surround us at…
Tom Brady Fan Gets Portrait Tattoo of the Super Bowl Champ on his Butt
February 17, 2017
An extremely dedicated Tom Brady fan got a tattoo of the Super Bowl champ on his ass! You can’t make this stuff up. Some dude walked into a Boston area…
Drake May Be Planning a Cover Up for His Camo Shark Tattoo
February 16, 2017
After calling it quits with Rihanna, it seems that Drake is trying to rid himself of the matching tattoo he got with RiRi. Drake must have thought that his relationship…
Instagram Crush: Miss Psycho Cat
February 16, 2017
Inked put together a photo gallery of the blue-haired, blue-eyed, and all-around beautiful pin-up model Miss Psycho Cat. Feast your eyes on this purrrfect girl!
Philly Pro Soccer Team Hiring an Official Tattoo Artist
February 16, 2017
A new position was just created on one of the Major League Soccer teams: Chief Tattoo Officer! The pro soccer team known as the Philadelphia Union is looking to fill…
Louis Tomlinson Got a Weird Tattoo on his Ass
February 16, 2017
Louis Tomlinson has a tattoo on his ass. And, of all things, it’s a tattoo of a penguin wearing headphones. Now we can honestly say that we’ve seen it all.…
Inked Breaks the Guinness World Record for Most Tattoos Done in 12 Hours
February 15, 2017
We went. We inked. We conquered. If you haven’t heard by now, Inked is breaking world records these days. With the assistance of tattoo artists, Erick Alayon and Matt Deleo,…
Graphic Designer Adds Tattoos and Beards to Some of Your Favorite Characters
February 15, 2017
20 of Your Favorite Characters Bearded and Tatted the F-ck Up! Malaysian graphic designer, Ephrem Rokk, much like us, seems to have a penchant for fictional characters, beards and tattoos.…
Life-Like 3D Spider Tattoos
February 15, 2017
These life-like 3-D spider tattoos are ready to jump right off the skin!
Gavin MacIntosh Shows Off New Thai Sak Yant Tattoo
February 15, 2017
“The Fosters” actor Gavin MacIntosh recently revealed a new tattoo on his arm, and the 17-year-old has shared the inspiration behind the ink – a recent trip to Thailand. Read…
Awe-inspiring Geometric Tattoos
February 10, 2017
Geometric tattoos are definitely some of the most impressive looking ink around. The precision that it takes to make this kind of art look good is immense and, at times,…
Kesha On Her New Hand Tattoo: ‘F-kin Meow’
February 9, 2017
For the past several years, Kesha has been embroiled in a bitter legal battle with music producer Lukasz Sebastian Gottwald, known professionally as Dr. Luke, that some say could leave…
Russian Tattoo Artist Covers Up Domestic Abuse Scars Free of Charge
February 9, 2017
Covering up scars with a tattoo can be a spiritually liberating experience—especially when the scars are a result of horrific trauma such as domestic abuse. A Russian tattoo artist has…
Bella Thorne Gets Red ’93’ Arm Tattoo from JonBoy
February 8, 2017
Remember when Bella Thorne got the “wild kitty” tattoos on the backs of her legs last year, and posed in a sweet cowgirl-type outfit to show it off? Well, the…
Zayn Malik Fuels Engagement Rumors with New ‘Love’ Tattoo
February 8, 2017
We may have confirmation that Zayn Malik is indeed engaged to model, Gigi Hadid … sort of. Zayn Malik is probably used to his love life being fodder for tabloids,…
Red Robin Restaurants CEO Gets Burger Tattoo After Losing Bet to Her Employees
February 2, 2017
Betting amongst coworkers is a timeless tradition. Some might bet with one another over the outcome of a football or basketball game, or over who is able to lock in…
Cancer Survivor Gets Tattooed Over Her Scars, And Falls in Love With Her Artist
February 2, 2017
After surviving a mastectomy, several sessions of chemotherapy and reconstructive surgery due to breast cancer, Nina Cristinacce decided to celebrate by getting tattooed over her scars. However, she got 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…
25 Spellbinding Tattoos by Thomas Carli Jarlier
February 2, 2017
25 Breathtaking Tattoos by Thomas Carli Jarlier Even a glance at Thomas Carli Jarlier‘s work is enough to leave you entranced. When you get a tattoo by Jarlier, you’re not only…
Artist Transforms Tribal Tattoo Into an Incredible Military Memorial Piece
February 1, 2017
There are plenty of people out there rocking unwanted tattoos that they think they’ll be stuck with forever, but the incredible transformation of this guy’s old-school tribal tattoo could be…
Zoe Kravitz’s New Leaf Hand Tattoos are Pure Perfection
January 27, 2017
Zoe Kravitz hits up celebrity tattoo artist, Dr. Woo, for her latest addition to her growing tattoo collection. One of the most coveted tattoo artists in the game these days…
20 Clever Birthmark Tattoos
January 27, 2017
These 20 unique individuals found cool ways to put a spin on their birthmarks with tattoos. Birthmarks can elicit two responses from people: there are the folks who feel like…
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…
Celebrity Artist JonBoy Tattoos Bella Hadid
January 25, 2017
After walking the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Bella Hadid celebrates the momentous occasion with a pair of tattoo wings. When Gigi Hadid’s younger sister, Bella, walked the runway in the…
New ‘Tattoo’ That Can Detect Alcohol Levels
January 25, 2017
A tattoo that can tell you when you’ve had one too many at the bar? Sign us up! With hopes of reducing alcohol overdose, violence and drunk driving, nano- and…
Dr. Dabber Sets Sights High with New Aurora ‘Flight Edition’ Vapes
January 24, 2017
Look up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s the funk Dr. Dabber’s new Aurora Flight Edition vaporizer pen. Hit up the slideshow for the deets on…
Tattoo Removal on Track to Become a Multi-billion Dollar Industry
January 24, 2017
The amount of money predicted that the tattoo removal industry will bring in by the year 2022 is too damn high! Whether you’re looking to get a cover up tattoo,…
Cover Up Tattoos: Things You Should Know Beforehand
January 20, 2017
Got a tattoo that you’re not too fond of anymore? Were you the victim of getting a “Spring Break Tattoo” in the folly of your youth? Or, perhaps you got…
Ariel Winter Flaunts Sexy Hip Tattoo in Bikini Pics
January 20, 2017
Alex Dunphy, is that really you?! You probably know Ariel Winter as the smart and dorky younger sister, Alex Dunphy, in ABC’s hit series Modern Family, but you’d hardly recognize…
Ex-Porn Star Mia Khalifa Goes IN on Fanboy’s Awful Tattoo of Her Face
January 18, 2017
There are some iconic individuals who touch us in the deepest parts of our souls which merits a tattoo of their likeness to be inked in our skin for life.…
15 Jason Butcher and Lianne Moule Collabos That Wowed the Sh-t Out of Us
January 18, 2017
Collaboration tattoos almost always produce amazing works of art. If you follow our Instagram, we posted a video last fall of an amazing back piece which was the result of…
Kesha Covering Her Body with Whales
January 18, 2017
In the three years since Kesha went to rehab for an eating disorder and removed the dollar sign from her stage name, the singer has been working on changing her…
Prince Jackson’s Giant Chest Tattoo Misspelled
January 17, 2017
Prince Jackson may only be 19-years-old, but he has quite a few tattoos to his name already, including the new chest and arm piece he had done last week, courtesy…
Dallas Cowboys Fan Changing Up His Tat
January 17, 2017
It’s like the popular adage says, “Think before you ink.” Dallas Cowboys fans had to hang up their jerseys this past Sunday (Jan. 15) after a devastating fade served up…
You Won’t Believe Who Kat Von D is Dating
January 21, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It appears that the tattoo community has a brand new inked power couple. LA Ink’s Kat Von D has been seen out and about with…
The Next Tattooed Super Model: Cat McNeil
January 18, 2016
Watch out world, there’s a new tattooed model rising quickly to the top! Super model Cat McNeil is one inked up beauty queen you are going to want to keep…
Inked Girls In The Shower
January 15, 2016
It was almost two years ago that we gave you the glorious list of our Inked Girls lounging around their bathtubs. To make up for lost time, we figured what…
Megan Massacre Tattoos TLC Star Whitney Way Thore
November 18, 2015
On My Big Fat Fabulous Life Whitney Way Thore went under the needle. No, not for any type of surgery, she was tattooed in front of a live studio audience…
Best Tattooed Girl Costumes
November 2, 2015
Another amazing Halloween has come and gone in the blink of an eye. But before we say farewell to one of our favorite days of the year, we have found…
International Tattooed Model Stephen James
October 13, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text We have shown you the sexiest tattooed female models that we have found, not to mention we even dedicated an entire section of this website to…
Tattoos of Movie Mobsters
September 1, 2015
From Goodfellas to Scarface, mobster movies are some of the greatest movies ever. Characters played by Joe Pesci, Robert DeNiro, and Al Pacino are just a few of the mobsters…
Ditch Tattoos
August 31, 2015
One of the toughest areas of the body to get tattooed is the ditch. The ditch is the inner part of either the elbow or the knee. Due to their…
Cameo Tattoos
August 28, 2015
The cameo tradition began in the fifteenth or sixteenth century, and have since become a term used to describe a type of jewelry. In the past, cameo’s have had various…
Bow Tattoos
August 28, 2015
From super sexy, lace bows to cute and playful, tiny pink bows, we know it can be hard to just choose one. There are just so many bows in this…
Tattooed Model Josh Mario John
August 26, 2015
Not only do majority of the female population want him, but a lot of men want to be him. Ontario native, Josh Mario John, is setting the bar extremely high…
Designer Inspired Tattoos
August 20, 2015
How much do you love your Coco Chanel perfume? What about your Louis Vuitton hang bag? Enough to get it tattooed? Well, these people love their designers so much, that…
Tattoos for Foodies
August 18, 2015
If you just ate an enormous meal one trip through this gallery will revive your hunger. Be prepared to run to your refrigerator or closest super market after checking out…
Fingerprint Tattoos
August 6, 2015
“To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world.” – Bill Wilson We all have someone in our lives who holds a…
Insane Head Tattoos
July 31, 2015
Getting tattooed on areas like the shoulder, the thigh, and even the forearm can sting a bit, but we can not even image what these people felt! Getting tattooed in…
Creative Tattoo Masks
July 30, 2015
We love masks. Sometimes they’re silly, sometimes they’re scary, but they’re always fun. Wouldn’t be cool to have a mask you can throw on at a moment’s notice? That’s what…
Acronyms for the Tattoo World
July 29, 2015
It is sad to think that we take phrases and try to make them even smaller than what they already are. Whether you know it or not, you use acronyms…
Mythical Creature Tattoos
July 27, 2015
Myths and legends have brought us so many fantastic animals. From the pegasus to the minotaur, the dragon to the phoenix, all of these creatures have stories that have captivated…
Jackasses on Tour
July 24, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text What could be better than pulling insane pranks and hurting your friends? Recording it all for the world to see! In 2000, MTV introduced us to…
Robot Tattoos
July 22, 2015
According to logic and the Three Laws of Robotics robots do not have emotions. They are programmed to work and function a certain way in the robot world. In defiance…
Tattoos of Human/Animal Hybrids
July 16, 2015
The internet is filled with all different types of tattoos, just ask Google. Among the most popular tattoos, humans and animals rank pretty high up there. We’ve all seen at…
Filigree Tattoos
July 16, 2015
For years filigree was used primarily in architecture or jewelry. Usually made of gold or silver wires the designs were quite popular in the 16th to 19th centuries. Now it…
Things You Should Know Before You Cover Up Your Ink
July 14, 2015
Sometimes people do not think before they ink. Not enough research on an artist, looking for the cheapest tattoo, or possibly even getting tattooed while intoxicated could all be the…
The Bearded Dame – Harnaam Kaur
July 13, 2015
“I wanted to show society that beauty isn’t just about looking a certain way, we are all so different and we should all celebrate our individuality.” – Harnaam Kaur Harnaam…
The Least Tattoo Friendly Countries
July 10, 2015
Though tattoos have become more of a social norm in many western countries, not all areas of the world agree with people tattooing or getting tattooed. Due to religious and…
Preserved Tattoos
July 8, 2015
Have you ever wondered if you could preserve your tattoos after you pass? Me neither… until now. Thanks to the wonderful people at London’s Wellcome Collection and London’s Science Museum,…
Tattoos of Cowboys and Indians
July 8, 2015
Perhaps the most originally American form of entertainment is the Western. Fiction stemming from the days of our western expansion and the lawless situation in those lands has captured the…
Tattoos of Matryoshka Dolls
July 7, 2015
When we first think about Russia our debauched minds always turn to vodka, but the next best thing would be their cultural Matryoshka (Babushka) Dolls. These made their first appearance…