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." 

tattoo magazine awareness

Magazines are printed or found online and can be on many topics like electronics, shoes, fashion, hair and much more. There's even a magazine on tattoos! Here's some of the best known publications on tattoos.

1) Inked Magazine

This magazine talks about tattoo celebrities, fashion, local events, shows, expos, and much more. The online site is full of photos, inked girls and so much more. 'culture.style.art' is what they stand for.




2) Tattoo Magazine

This publication had no online site available, but this magazine is still distributed. This magazine holds all the questions and answers about tattoos, has lot's of images, interviews with tattoo artists and much more.

3) Skin Art Magazine

This online publication is all about featuring new and popular tattoos. The magazine also features crazy tattoos, religious tattoos and much more.

There's many more magazines out there, but these are the first to come up either in stores or online. What's your favorite? If we failed to mention any publications, let us know!

tattoo removal

Ever went a little crazy and tattooed that one name on you of that one person you no longer like or a design went totally wrong on you and you need a re-do?

Well for you South Florida locals out there, Tattoo Removal of South Florida is the place to go. Online, they have a free email analysis, which is like a free consultation which is much better than paying for an office visit. The free consultation sheet can be found at http://www.tattooremovalsouthflorida.com/free-tattoo-removal-consultation.html

Aside from that, they use the Q-switched Ruby, Nd:YAG and Alexandrite Lasers depending on your skin type and the color of your tattoo.

All tattoo removal procedures are performed by one of their Dermatology ARNP-C Nurse Practitioners, who have been performing tattoo removal procedures for over 9 years.

They also use the latest laser technology, highly trained dermatology nurse practitioners (not inexperienced laser techs) and have the best prices in South Florida for tattoo removal!

For all other information like the length of the procedure, risks and limitation and more inquiries, check the main web site out.

They can be reached at (954) 680-8330 and are located in the following areas: Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Weston, Plantation and Cooper City.

meaning of star tattoos

For every tattoo design, there's a meaning. These designs can range from symbols, shapes, numbers, animals or just about anything people ask for. Out of all the designs, one of the popular ones are stars. Stars can even get technical regarding type, size, structure and more. Alabama tattoo artist Jaymz from Hubpages.com found the top two star style tattoos and what they mean.

Shooting stars tend to be associated with a moment in time that left a lasting impression, whether a short romance, special event, a person, job, anything that may have changed the person's life.

Before modern navigation sailors navigated by using the stars- usually the North Star. They often got tattoos of nautical stars in a superstitious sense, hoping that the star would help them get home safely.

The nautical star is often a symbol of protection and guidance. Some see nautical stars as a means to create your own path.

Nautical stars are often referred to as compass stars, which were similar to the nautical star in that sailors used them to help guide their way in the night.

Where to Get a Star Tattoo/Common placement for a star tattoo

Women:

• Ankle
• Lower back
• Hips
• Shoulder
• Wrists
• Clavicle

Men:

• Upper arm
• Side
• Back shoulders
• Wrists

If you have any star tattoos, let us know! What does it mean to you?

tattoos vs. the workplace

Finding a job during today's economy is tough, finding a job while sporting tattoos is even more tough.


According to the online publication Business Smarts, a recent US poll reported that 36 per cent of 18-25-year-olds and 40 per cent of 26-40-year-olds have at least one tattoo.



The article goes on to talk about that tattoos have become more mainstream and the audience is over 50 years of age these days. Also, it states that "some employers encourage employee displays of body art as a form of self-expression, but many others worry that their employees' visible body piercings and tattoos may be off-putting or even offensive to customers, investors and the public at large,"


So what do you think? Should tattoos be allowed on the job or are they something personal yet visible but should stay personal and be un-visible? 


And if you do work and have tattoos, how is it for you? Tell us below!

artist spotlight

Hey locals of Florida! Ink Link's Melissa is a tattoo artist whose been chosen as 'artist of the day.' She works over at Ink Link at 4738 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33417. Check out the Ink Link Tattoo main site.

hobbies: drawing and painting
art background: Massachusetts College of Art
machines/inks used: next generation orions






Some of her work:

florida tattoo laws

Yes, thats right. There's laws made about getting a tattoo. Be aware though that it's usually different in other states and countries, so this is a LOCAL post on FLORIDA tattoo laws. Any law can be researched and look up HERE!

According to everytattoo.com, the florida law states things such as

(1) The supervising physician, osteopathic physician, or dentist, initially upon assuming duties as the supervisor and semiannually thereafter, shall review and inspect the techniques, procedures, and equipment utilized by the tattooist in the performance of tattooing


(3) No body of a minor shall be <tattooed without the written notarized consent of the parent or legal guardian.


(2) The supervising physician, osteopathic physician, or dentist shall
provide semi-annual training for the tattooist in the areas of infection
control, sterilization, and emergency procedures.




Basically, you have to be 18 or older, the artist has to be certified and only clean tools allowed. Any other information on this law can be found at everytattoo.com and of course and .gov site on laws!

tattoos and stretch marks?

Angelas Smith for Ezine Articles reports that people are finding themselves using tattoos to cover stretch marks vs. using "lotion or potions."

She gives a guideline of tattooing over stretch marks, including:

1. The age of the stretch marks. If your stretch marks are less than 1 year old, you should wait to have them tattooed. Usually, the color of stretch marks will fade from a pink or purple to a more silvery flesh tone after the first year.
2. Find a tattoo artist, who is experienced in tattooing over scars/stretch marks. As him/her how many of these types of tattooing he/she has done and if they have any pictures of the final design after it was finished. Maybe they have collected testimonials from them that you can read. Sometimes, your doctor may be able to refer you to someone.
3. Have your tattooist start out with a small design that, if the tattoo does not take well, you can live with. This is a test site, and you should be able to tell how well your scarred skin will take and hold the tattoo ink.

As with any scar, getting a tattoo over sensitive skin in that state can be more painful vs. a tattoo on clear skin. More on this story is also found at the BioCutis Blog

Just be careful in choices and remember, YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL JUST THE WAY YOU ARE! xoxo

How to Minimize the Pain of Getting a Tattoo

Ever wanted to get a tattoo but not so sure of the pain? Well, we got a 2 minute 'how to' on minimizing pain. Be aware though that everyone is different, so not two people will feel the same way when getting a tattoo.

Just be cautious of your body, and know where your most painful at (fyi: on the bone is something for everybody).

credit for the video: http://www.howcast.com

Enjoy guys!

lizard man and cat man!

I'm sure most people have come across them, but I found 2 interesting people who took tattoos to a whole new level.

Meet, the Lizard Man. Seen on TV shows like Ripley's Believe it or Not and on the History Channel in a tattoo segment, he has turned himself literally into a lizard.

Kim Acrylic from punkglobe.com was able to chat with him.

Kim:"Where was your first tattoo?"
Lizard Man: "A design on the back right shoulder."


Kim: "Let me guess you spend millions?"
Lizard Man: "Nope cause I haven't made millions."




Don't forget the Cat Man.

He's been on the same TV shows as Lizard Man and has also used tattoos to give him 'the cat look.'


Tattoos are something that people get to change or better their appearance. With these two people, they used tattoos to transform into something else. Should tattoos be used to add color or flair to a body, or should they be used to completely change your body? Tattoos already have a history of their own, mostly negative so these people raise the questions; "how much is too much?" and "are tattoos for adding or change to the human body?"

REMEMBER: we don't judge we just say what we see. And these two people are unique in their own way, just like everyone else in the world.

starting it off

tattoo: stain (skin) with indelible color (thanks to wordnet search for that easy one)

Tattoos are something that seem to have often a bad reputation. The point of this blog is simple, it's completely unbiased with nothing more than simple information both locally and un-locally (mostly local) in the world of tattoos.


On behalf of my assignment, the following is a local top 4 list of tattoo parlors in West Palm Beach, Florida.


1. Hellcat Tattoo
           4007 South Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33405-2601           (561) 659-2900
2. Ink Link           4738 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33417-4626           (561) 712-9009
3. Outrageous Tattoos           4551 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33415-3944           (561) 683-4134
4. Aces High           5946 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33417-4324           (561) 615-9444
If your parlor wasn't mentioned, then by all means PLEASE post a comment of where you go and who you see so everyone else can see and might give them a chance.
For the un-local part, I'll just post of what I see floating the web and any events or shop openings I'll post up too.
Other than that, here's my first post, enjoy!
xoxo