Top Tattoo Mistakes

The LA Ink posse is giving advice on the top tattoo mistakes people make. Since they have the most credentials in California, they are giving the most helpful advice to everyone outside of LA.

TV plug in: Don't forget to catch Kat Von D and the gang of LA Ink on TLC weekly!

credit: TLC Discovery


1) TOO SMALL!

Kim Says: "Be careful not to get something too small or where it doesn't fit that part of the body well."

This tat lover decided her tattoo was too small for her back, so she received a more colorful dolphin tattoo to cover-up the old one and the size is in better proportion for her back. 

2)CHEAP TATTOOS

Kat Says:"Good tattoos aren't cheap and cheap tattoos aren't good. Far too many times, people choose an artist based on price. That should be the last priority on your list when it comes to getting a tattoo."

Kim Says:"Don't look for a bargain!"

3)ODE TO A LOVER

Hannah Says:"Don't be overly romantic. Sorry, that tattoo is going to out last most relationships - much as I hate to say it."

Pixie Says:"I don't think lovers' names are a good thing."

A new, intricate tattoo covers up the past.

4)BEING IMPULSIVE

Hannah Says:"Try not to be arbitrary or impulsive - you might regret getting Taz flipping the bird and drinking a beer later."

A small bear is later covered-up with a more vivid, detailed tattoo that has more meaning to its owner.

5)BEING DRUNK

Corey Says:"Biggest mistake ... being drunk." 

Hannah Says:"Being drunk leads to the other mistakes on the list." 

ink on tv

Tattoos has become something everybody enjoys, whether it's on them or someone else. Shows about tattoos have become quite popular and people who star in them are now famous (like Kat Von D). Such shows have given an inside look of people whose lives consist around the world of tattoos. So if you like them, love them, want them, have them or just want to see that not all tattoo people are evil then below is a complete tv guide of the top shows on tv. showtimes may vary so always check ahead of time, or just tivo it!

LA Ink

Follow the ups and downs of life with Kat Von D and the talented artists at High Voltage Tattoo. Catch it Wednesdays @ 10/9 central on the TLC channel.

Missed any episodes? Don't sweat it, catch them all at http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/la-ink/

Miami Ink

Follow the reality show based in a tattoo shop in Miami Beach, Florida that's all about the art and drama of tattooing. Since it finished it's final season, catch episodes online or check for showtime at TLC's website  http://tlc.discovery.com/fansites/miami-ink/miami-ink.html

Inked

The first season of INKED^TM captured Hart as he launched his new venture and dealt with an impetuous staff.  In this season, the shop inside the glamorous Palms Casino Resort is now a Vegas fixture, known for its celebrated artists and innovative designs.  And while Carey is psyched about the shop's success he wants more for H&H. Watch as Hart tries to take it to the next level while also managing an unpredictable mix of skin artists and shop helpers. There's no specific showtimes stated on their site, but episode recaps are found at http://www.aetv.com/inked/inked_episode_guide.jsp?episode=276344 or on the A&E channel.

Tattoo Highway

Tattoo Highway follows artist Thomas Pendelton as he travels the country in a mobile tattoo parlor of his own design, a converted 1970s Silver Eagle Tour Bus. On the outside, it's a moving metal canvas of Thomas' art; on the inside, it's a fully functional tattoo parlor.

Whether he's tattooing a Crown Dancer for an Apache Elder in New Mexico or a bat-winged heart on a mortician's chest in Sacramento, Thomas is on the road searching for the people and the stories that never made it to a tattoo shop.

With his wife and a slew of artists in tow, Thomas hit the road to find the stories that need to be told and tattooed.

No specific time is found, but a full episode guide is found at http://www.aetv.com/tattoo-highway/episode-guide/ or catch it on the A&E channel.

If there's any show you watch and didn't make the list, let us know! Leave a comment about the show and when its on and what channel! Thanks! xoxo