Do Tattoos Hurt? Is It Painful To Get A Tattoo?

Do Tattoos Hurt? Is It Painful To Get A Tattoo?

“Do tattoos hurt?” or “Is getting a tattoo painful?” are, probably, among the most searched questions about tattoos on the Internet. People with tattoos usually try to answer these questions from their own experience, so the answers greatly vary. You would hear anything from ‘fast, easy, and painless’ to ‘the worst pain of my life’…

How the Series Vikings Contributed to the Popularity of Nordic Tattoos

How the Series Vikings Contributed to the Popularity of Nordic Tattoos

Unless you have been living under a rock, you probably noticed that the British seriesVikings took the world by storm at a time where there was already a growing interest in this group. This historical fantasy series is full of drama and wild battles, but it also has one very important part of Viking culture:…

Custom Tattoos: Everything You Need To Know

Custom Tattoos: Everything You Need To Know

You’re browsing the internet and Instagram – or maybe you’re old school, flicking through tattoo magazines, photo albums and artists’ books – but either way, you’re on the hunt for some tattoo inspiration. You’ve been thinking about it for a while and now, finally, you’ve decided: you want to get a custom tattoo. Something that’s…

Norse & Celtic Tattoos: Their Similarities, History, Meanings & Popularity

Norse & Celtic Tattoos: Their Similarities, History, Meanings & Popularity

Piercing blue eyes stare out from a face spattered with blood. Thick blue lines crawl up his neck and across the side of his shaved head. He’s a warrior and his life is battle. The Norsemen or vikingar of Scandinavia have long fascinated – and terrified – those that came into contact with them. But…

Ta Moko Maori Tattooing: History, Controversy, And A Bright Future Ahead

Ta Moko Maori Tattooing: History, Controversy, And A Bright Future Ahead

He sits there, still, his face lined with age and ink. Arcing from the bridge of his nose to the hairline all around his forehead, like sunbeams, are the faded marks of “ta moko”. This ancient form of tattooing fascinates all who come into contact with it, from the very first European explorers to modern-day…

The Intriguing Stories Behind Russian Prison Tattoos

The Intriguing Stories Behind Russian Prison Tattoos

There’s something about a tattoo with meaning: the metaphorical compass that reminds you to follow your own path or the anchor representing your desire to be steady on your course, despite the waves. Criminal offenders in Russian prisons have meanings to their tattoos, too, but they’re far less inspirational. And they’re earned. There are rules…

12 Tattoo Etiquette Tips That Will Make Your Artist Happy To See You Again And Again

12 Tattoo Etiquette Tips That Will Make Your Artist Happy To See You Again And Again

You’ve done a ton of research, looked at portfolio after portfolio, and have finally found the perfect tattoo artist for your body art. And as your consult approaches, you’re wondering what to expect – and what’s expected of you. After all, it would be a shame to accidentally offend and irritate your artist by disregarding…