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You Won’t Regret That Tattoo Documentary

Admin — Mon, 10 Apr 2017 04:37:58 +0000

‘You Wont Regret That Tattoo’ is a short documentary that explores the meanings and memories behind the tattoos of an older generation, and challenges the belief that ink is something we will come to regret.

FILM CREDITS
Director: Angie Bird
Producer: Michelle Woodward
Executive Producer: Michelle Woodward
Executive Producer: Liane Thomas
Executive Producer: Dan Ford
Cinematographer: Viktor Cahoj
Editor: Izzy Ehrlich
Set Designer: Simon Francois
Art Director: Angie Bird
Post Production: Rooster Post
Post Production Executive: Melissa Kahn
Colour: Alter Ego
Colourist: Tricia Hagoriles
Producer: Jane Garrah
Executive Producer: Greg Edgar
Graphic Design and Post Production Facility: Crush
Graphic Designer: Stefan Woronko
VFX Artist: Kaelem Cahill
Post Producer: Emma Wojick
Music Supervisors: Marco DiFelice and Amanda Clemens for Silent Joe
Post Audio: The Orange Lounge
Mixed by: Spencer Sunshine
Music Composed by: Jay Merrow and Christine Stoesser

Michael Jackson’s son, Prince, honours his dad with new tattoo

Admin — Wed, 05 Apr 2017 01:20:37 +0000

Prince Jackson calls the tattoo “incredible and beautiful” and says it took nine hours to complete. Michael Jackson’s son, Prince, is showing off a tattoo tribute to the late King of Pop.

Prince Jackson posted a video of the new ink on Instagram on Friday. It shows Michael Jackson in a signature black-and-red outfit striking a dance pose. His up-raised arms are laced with angel wings. Prince Jackson calls the tattoo “incredible and beautiful.” He says it took nine hours to complete.

Thanks @dermagraphink for sittin 9hrs with me for such an incredible and beautiful tattoo. I will be posting more of this

A post shared by Prince Jackson (@princejackson) on Mar 31, 2017 at 10:59pm PDT

He and younger sister Paris also revealed a set of companion tattoos last month, with each sporting one half of the yin and yang symbol on their legs.

Original article : https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/music/2017/04/03/michael-jacksons-son-prince-honours-his-dad-with-new-tattoo.html

Athletes and Ink : Sports Stars and Their Tattoos

Admin — Tue, 04 Apr 2017 00:28:41 +0000

For all you tattoo lovers out there, here is a special edition just for you. When you combine amazing athletes, like professional skateboarder Leticia Bufoni (above) and tattoos, you can’t help but look. Below you will find 10 tattooed athletes.

10. Christmas Abbott – CrossFit Games Competitor, Olympic Weightlifter, NASCAR Pit Crew

In addition to being as athletic as it gets, Christmas prides herself on being a branding adviser. She works with individuals and teams to craft their own unique brands. She is also a Head Trainer for Oxygen Magazine Trainer Challenge. Abbott also created the Badass Body Diet. It looks like it works.

9. Colin Kaepernick – NFL Player

Like him or not, Colin is an athlete and an advocate for health and wellness. His biggest contribution off the field is definitely the Colin Kaepernick Foundation. This foundation was designed to help fight oppression of all kinds globally, through education and social activism.

8. Gus Kenworthy – Olympic Skier

Gus is a British-born American freestyle skier from Colorado who competes in slope style and also the halfpipe. Not only is he passionate about skiing, but Kenworthy’s love of animals can be seen all over the internet. His story about a family of dogs he saved while competing in the 2014 Sochi Olympics made national news. Now, before all you ladies start falling in love, Gus is openly gay and extremely taken.

7. Katia Kubacki – UFC Ring Girl, Muay Thai Trainee

Most famously know as Tattooed Katia, Kubacki is far more than just beauty. In addition to being an Australian ink model and UFC Sydney ring girl, Katia is working to become a fighter. Training with the likes of Lincoln Hudson for boxing and Glen Purvis for Muay Thai, Katia may be kicking ass real soon.

6. Chris “Birdman” Andersen – NBA Player

Chris is not only the most charismatic, but definitely the most colorful athlete on my list. The “Birdman” is an NBA veteran of 14 years that is currently on the Charlotte Hornets roster. In addition to his physical play, Chris became a household name with his signature hair styles and amazing tattoos.

5. Megan Anderson – MMA Fighter

Megan Anderson is an Australian mixed martial artist who competes in the Featherweight division of Invicta. Arguably one of the baddest women on the planet, you can’t help but love her personality. Winning 8 of her last 9 fights she is a pretty face that has the ability to punch yours off. It’s only a matter of time for us to see her in the UFC.

4. Ben McLemore – NBA Player

McLemore plays guard for the Sacramento Kings and is becoming a true threat on the court. It is unclear what his future looks like with the Kings. As he continues to develop, the Kings will need to appreciate what he brings to the team or another team will reap the benefits of this former Kansas Jayhawk.

3. Kaillie Humphries – Canadian Bobsledder

Kaillie is not just a beautiful face, although that is hard to miss. She is also a two time Olympic champion and two time world champion bobsledder. Humphries is affiliated with three main causes, the “I’ve Been Bullied” campaign; “Right to Play”, a sports program for underprivileged children and youth; and the Special Olympics.

2. David Beckham – Professional Soccer Player

Probably the most recognizable face on this list, at least to women. Beckham is one of world’s most iconic athletes whose name is also an elite global advertising brand. He was captain of the English national team from 1998 to 2009, scored in three different FIFA World Cups, and played midfield for clubs in Manchester, England, Madrid, Spain, and Milan, Italy.

1. Natasha Kai – Professional Soccer Player

Keeping with the futball theme, Natasha is a professional soccer player for the Sky Blue FC. She is also an Olympic gold medalist and absolutely beautiful. Kai was also part of the US women’s rugby union sevens team to the first IRB Women’s Sevens Challenge Cup held in Dubai 2011. How do you get more badass than that?

Original Article : http://www.thepointaftershow.com/2017/03/athletes-ink-sports-stars-badass-tattoos/

The Most Tattoo-Friendly Workplaces

Admin — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 14:24:36 +0000

There are some really dope companies out there that are down with tattoos.

One of the biggest arguments against getting tattoos is that it will affect your career possibilities in the future. It’s an unfortunate stigma associated with body art, but it definitely still exists. Recent polls show that around 42% of people find tattoos to be inappropriate in the workplace, with 63% of people 60 years and older finding them inappropriate.

With that said, only around 22% of people aged 18-25 find them to be inappropriate, and with that changing mindset about tattoos, and the fluidity of company policies, having tattoos doesn’t seem to be the deterrent that it once was.

In fact, many companies embrace tattoos on their employees, as the winds of change are starting to blow.

Some of the most tattoo-friendly companies are vastly successful and are at the forefront of the movement to be more accepting of the culture. Businesses like Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Target, Ikea, Best Buy, Kohl’s, Google, Amazon, and Zappos are among some of the most tattoo-friendly places to work.

I guess it’s because they look at productivity as opposed to the aesthetics of a person. What a novel idea. Valuing productivity in a business as opposed to a certain “look”.

That’s probably why Google, Amazon, and Zappos are some of the most financially and technologically successful companies in the world today.

The attitude towards tattoos in the workplace is changing rapidly as well. A recent poll found that 73% of people would have no problem hiring someone with visible tattoos. Not even hidden tattoos, visibleones!

If you break it down by region, you’ll find that southerns states are more likely to frown upon body art as opposed to the northern half of the country. this should be a surprise to no one, as southern states are usually more conservative that northern parts of the country, but it can play a big role in whether or not you can land a gig while having tattoos.

Unfortunately, most hiring managers still prefer that tattoos be easily hidden, meaning neck, hand, and facial tattoos are still a big no-no, but progress is being made. Acceptance takes baby steps, not giant leaps.

But luckily for the tattooed among us, society is leaning more towards an accepting culture, and with giant companies valuing overall work ethic over what a person looks like, it’s a great time to be alive… and tattooed.

Original article : https://www.tattoodo.com/a/2016/10/the-most-tattoo-friendly-workplaces/

A Beginner’s Guide : 10 Tattoo Styles Explained

Admin — Thu, 23 Mar 2017 14:24:36 +0000

What’s the difference between American Traditional and Neo Traditional? Beginners, explore 10 popular tattoo styles with our useful guide!

1. Traditional
Traditional (also referred to as American Traditional or Old School) is the oldest form of tattooing (after ancient tribal techniques). In the modern world, as we know it, tattooing began with this identifiable style. Solid black outlines, a limited colour palette, less detail and impeccable precision… traditional tattoos stand the test of time.

Popular traditional imagery includes roses, hearts, nautical, eagles, skulls, daggers and women’s heads.

2. Realism
A tattoo that looks exactly like it would in the real world. A fine art skill, realistic tattoos done well look like photographs on the skin. Here, it’s important to have a good photo reference and pick a skilled, well-known artist. Pay as much as you can for a tattoo of this kind – you get what you pay for, and cheap realism and portrait tattoos look whack.

3. Watercolour
Currently very popular, Watercolour tattoos mimic an experimental artistic process – using splashes and streaks of colour to give the impression of paint being used on canvas or paper.The watercolour effect can be all-encompassing to the design, with no line-work or other styles, but it can also be combined with realism or solid outlines, to form just the background or foreground of a tattoo.Often bright colours are used and themes of nature.

4. Tribal
The oldest tattoo style, from ancient times. Nearly always black in colour, often using symmetry and geometrical design. Sometimes un-detailed with block black lines, or like the tattoo below, utilising delicate detail and precision. A good artist will carefully design a piece to compliment the shape of the body, like this one.

5. New School / Nu Skool
Cartoon-like designs influenced by graffiti and hip-hop artistic techniques and styles. Bubble-like designs, bright colours, exaggerated dimensions and features. Popular with popular culture icons and animals.

6. Neo Traditional
Like Traditional, Neo-Traditional tattoos use bold outlines and careful, precise shading. Contrastingly to Traditional tattoos, they are more detailed, more experimental with colour and blending, more dimensional and often brighter – yet often inspired by the 2D layout, limited symbology and specific technique of Traditional tattooing.Neo-Traditional might also merge different styles together, be elaborate and experimental and often try to be as unique and custom as possible.

7. Japanese
Dating back to 10,000BCE, Japanese tattooing is one of the most sacred tattoo arts. Detailed designs often cover large areas of the body such as the back or the arm. This tattooing style follows a very strict set of artistic rules – positioning, imagery used, direction, colour and more, all adhering to the ancient traditions. Imagery includes cherry blossoms, koi fish, lotus flowers, dragons, war dogs and geishas.

8. Dotwork
Intricate designs that use lots of tiny dots in areas where you might normally shade or use block colour.

9. Geometric
Intricate designs made of shapes that might use symmetry and repetition to create a large design. Alternatively, geometry may be added to a Neo Traditional or other style tattoo.Often black but may use colour, create a 3D effect or incorporate dot work.

10. Script
Gothic, swirly, intricate fonts are popular but there’s no limit to what font a script tattoo might utilise. A good script artist, like Boz De Niro, will create a completely custom tattoo for you, not use a downloadable font.

Original article : https://www.tattoodo.com/a/2016/02/a-beginner-s-guide-10-tattoo-styles-explained/

The Only Guide For Tattoo Aftercare You Will Ever Need!

Admin — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 14:24:36 +0000

The Only Guide For Tattoo Aftercare You Will Ever Need!

Now that you’ve left the parlor, it’s your job to maintain the healing of your beautiful new piece.

Each and every tattoo will go through a healing process, one that typically takes about 2-4 weeks time. Some collectors out there are blessed with forgiving skin, and their tattoos will heal with minimal upkeep and attention. Others are less fortunate, and their new tattoo will need to be kept under a close eye to ensure a proper healing. The first week of healing is critical to how your tattoo will look for the rest of its life, so let’s take a look at the proper way to care for your new permanent accessory.

Where do I start?

Keep the bandage on for a minimum of two hours. After removing your bandage, you should gently cleanse your new tattoo with an antibacterial, fragrance free soap (we like Dr. Bronner’s Hemp Baby Unscented, Pure-Castile Soap) & hot water. The hot water may cause temporary mild stinging, but will aid in opening pores for maximum cleansing. For larger scale pieces, you will want to opt for a shower instead of a bath during this time. When you exit the shower be certain not to rub your tattoo with a towel, let it dry on it’s own. Keeping your tattoo clean is Rule #1 and washing a few times daily will avoid a potential infection.

What should I use?

Your new tattoo needs to breathe to promote the healing process — which is why most professional tattooers will recommend lotions, butters, or natural oils free of synthetic chemicals, ointments and fragrances that often clog and suffocate the pores and act as irritants to broken skin. The more organic & natural, the better for your tattoo, which brings us to our personal favorite healing method…

Coconut oil for the win.

Naturally antibacterial, antifungal, anticarcinogenic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and free of synthetic chemicals (unlike most ingredients found on drugstore shelves) coconut oil has become an increasingly popular choice of aftercare for all skin types, especially those with hyper-sensitive skin. When applied, coconut oil forms a layer which aids in the protection from external bacteria, fungi, parasites, and dust. Its natural lipids speed up the healing process by repairing tissues damaged by the process of tattooing.

In the market for coconut oil — there is a specific kind you want to look for. Organic, unrefined, Non-GMO, virgin or extra-virgin. It’s quite a mouthful — but easily found in most grocery and health food stores. Unrefined, virgin coconut oil is superior to the refined type as it is the most natural and nutrient dense, free from heat and chemical processing. Organic and GMO-free, because pesticides and genetically modified foods suck.

The process of tattooing impedes our skin’s natural production of oil, which is why it is very important to moisturize your new tattoo regularly. There’s not an exact science to the amount of times you should be applying your aftercare, that said… it’s best to listen to your body. Whenever your tattoo is feeling particularly parched, or itchy — you can rub on a small amount. Keep in mind that coconut oil will take a bit longer to absorb, and a little goes a long way.

What to avoid?

The Sun. Sunblocks and screens are typically not formulated to protect wounds and the like. You will feel your fresh tattoo burning if it’s exposed to sunlight. Listen to your body. If your tattoo feels hot and irritated, stay out of direct sunlight. If you must be out in the sun, keep that baby covered.

Tight-fitting clothing. When clothing and fabric abrade against your new tattoo, you run the risk of agitating the healing process. The least amount of contact with fabric is usually the best call while healing a new tattoo. Loose-fitting clothing should be worn around the area for a week minimum… aka the opposite of this photo above.

Sleeping. While in the healing phase, it is common for your tattoo to seep excess plasma, fluid, and ink — which may stick to sheets, blankets, or clothing. If you can sleep with your tattoo exposed, that would be best. To be safe, you can place a clean thin towel between you and the sheets. If in the morning your tattoo is stuck to fabric, this is no cause for alarm. Don’t peel it off! Instead, take the fabric with you to the shower and wet it off with cool or lukewarm water.

Picking and Scrubbing. Scabbing is a very normal part of the tattoo healing process. DO NOT PICK THE SCAB. Don’t scrub it either. Scabbing will typically be the same color as the pigment that was used. If you pick or scrub your scab, you risk pulling out the color or causing hypertrophic scarring. Let the tattoo heal by itself. Patience is virtue.

Submerging. Opt for showers instead of baths for 2-3 weeks as submerging a new tattoo in standing water may expose open skin to unwanted bacteria. This means no baths, pools, jacuzzis, lakes, ponds or quick dips in the ocean.

Over-Moisturizing. If you’ve noticed a sudden outbreak of pimples around your tattoo, chances are you’ve over moisturized. Dial back on the oil/lotion and try to maintain a moisture level even with the rest of your body.

Professional tattoo artists do everything possible to ensure safe tattooing practices. However, they are not medical professionals.

Contact your doctor immediately if the following symptoms arise:

*severe pain or swelling

*prolonged oozing of plasma with or without color

*thick, hard scabs that are bleeding red blood

So there you have it. By following all of this aftercare advice your brand new tattoo will soon mature into a phenomenally healed tattoo. Admittedly this is a lot to do, but considering that you’re going to have that tattoo for the rest of your life what’s a couple of weeks of paying close attention in the grand scheme of things?

Original article : https://www.tattoodo.com/a/2016/10/the-only-guide-for-tattoo-aftercare-you-will-ever-need/

Now that you’ve left the parlor, it’s your job to maintain the healing of your beautiful new piece.

Where do I start?

What should I use?

Coconut oil for the win.

What to avoid?

Professional tattoo artists do everything possible to ensure safe tattooing practices. However, they are not medical professionals.

Contact your doctor immediately if the following symptoms arise:

*severe pain or swelling

*prolonged oozing of plasma with or without color

*thick, hard scabs that are bleeding red blood

Original article : https://www.tattoodo.com/a/2016/10/the-only-guide-for-tattoo-aftercare-you-will-ever-need/

Mark Spillane

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Marked In Ink – Book by Megan Massacre

Admin — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 14:24:35 +0000

Megan Massacre is the darling of the tattoo industry. Her artwork combines dark imagery with bold vibrant color to create a unique, whimsical style. In her first book, Megan translates fan favorites such as sugar skulls, fairies, mandalas, tattoo lettering, and more into an intricately detailed colouring book for tattoo and coloring book aficionados.

Feminine yet edgy, free from stereotypes, and full of variation, Megan’s tattoo-inspired artwork and bad-ass attitude will take the adult colouring book genre in a whole new direction.

Check out more details here : https://www.gritnglory.com/products/marked-in-ink-a-coloring-book and catch Megan on Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew season 2, 8:30pm Thursdays on ELEVEN (Australia).

Small But Mighty – Tiny Tattoos!

Admin — Wed, 08 Mar 2017 14:24:35 +0000

Bite-sized beauties are every bit as inspired as their larger counterparts.

Tiny tattoos are often chastised for their frailty. “Bold will hold,” has always been the collective mantra of the tattoo community, but small tattoos are mighty in their own right. As with any style of art, there will always be the naysayers, but that shouldn’t deter you from going with your preferred style. Although they may be minuscule, tiny tattoos are incredibly versatile. Ranging from hyper detailed, depicting each tuft in a tiger’s coat, to wonderfully simplistic single line drawings, the style possesses every bit as much artistic integrity as its’ bolder counterparts.

Tiny tattoos can contain whole universes, but they can be as simple as a cluster of lines strung together by a single idea. They are both complex and straightforward, but the one thing they are not is uninspired.

Article credit : https://www.tattoodo.com/a/2017/03/spotlight-gallery-small-but-mighty-this-week-s-tiny-tattoos/

Meet The Cast – Q&A with Jimi May

Admin — Fri, 03 Mar 2017 14:24:34 +0000

How long have you been tattooing?

About 5 years now.

What’s your favourite tattoo you have?

The Mother Mary on my arm by Les Rice, or Shiva on my stomach by Ellie.

Both done by good mates.

Do you have pets?

I sure do. River and Bear. My little Bengal cat, and a not so small Alaskan Malamute puppy.

Favourite hobbies?

I try and paint when I get some time away from tattooing.

If you weren’t a tattoo artist what would you want to be?
Taller and in the NBA.

Catch Jimi on Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew season 2, 8:30pm Thursdays on ELEVEN (Australia), and catch up tv on TENPLAY https://tenplay.com.au/channel-eleven/bondi-ink-tattoo

Netflix Launches Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew in USA

Admin — Thu, 02 Mar 2017 14:24:34 +0000

Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew is thrilled to announce that it’s global growth is building with the addition of the Tattoo Reality Series being added to streaming giant Netflix in North America.

About Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew:

Joined by industry superstar Megan Massacre, the crew of a premier tattoo shop in Australia must contend with clients, celebs and creative quarrels.

Currently available in the United States with additional territories to be announced.

About Netflix:

Netflix is the world’s leading Internet television network with over 93 million members in over 190 countries enjoying more than 125 million hours of TV shows and movies per day, including original series, documentaries and feature films. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on nearly any Internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.

Watch now in the USA on www.netflix.com

If you are outside the USA, watch on your local network here.

Watch the season two preview below.