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Karen's Tattoos Blog August 2005 Archive

By Karen L. Hudson, About.com Guide to Tattoos since 1999

Tat of the Week - The Face

Sunday August 28, 2005
This great backpiece tattoo was inked by one of New Zealand's finest - Steve Nesbit of PowerHouse Tattoo Studio. About this particular tattoo, "Dave saw Steve drawing this design from ... Read More

Link of the Week - Plurabella Tattoo

Sunday August 28, 2005
Kore Flatmo, owner and tattoo artist at Plurabella Tattoo in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been tattooing for 11 years, does some of the cleanest, most amazing work you will ever see ... Read More

Forum Discussion: Should Tattoo Apprenticeships Include Art Lessons?

Sunday August 28, 2005
I was wondering about something that was mentioned in another post....The poster said that some shops don't want to deal with teaching art. But I think in a way ... Read More

When Professionals Become Sexual Abusers

Sunday August 28, 2005
In light of the news article about the teenagers that were sexually assaulted by their piercer, I wanted to bring attention to this article again. I admit that it's a ... Read More

In the News: Sex Charges, Drug Raids and Staph Infections

Sunday August 28, 2005
It's been a busy week for body art related headlines. Unfortunately none of them are good. Robert Pastore, owner of Bob's Crystal Blue Tattoos in Shirley, NY, was arrested on ... Read More

Tat of the Week - The Death Dealer

Sunday August 21, 2005
You may have seen this image before. I even recently saw it in an advertisement for Honda Motorcycles. But you, like me, may not realize where it came from. Turns ... Read More

Mad Props! Updated - 20 New Shops Added

Sunday August 21, 2005
Think your tattoo or piercing artist is worth bragging about? Send in your props and tell everyone what you think! Or, if you're looking for an artist, this is a ... Read More

Forum Discussion: One at a Time or All 5 At Once?

Sunday August 21, 2005
lxlfairystarslxl writes: "I'm currently trying to lose weight and as a gift to myself, when I get to my goal weight, I'm going to get a navel star. Would it ... Read More

In the News: More Illegal Piercing and Tattooing

Sunday August 21, 2005
Two New Hampshire men have been charged with allegedly piercing minors out of their Hampton beach-front jewelry shops, and an Iowa woman has also been arrested for running an illegal ... Read More

Link of the Week - The Art of Paul Dhuey

Sunday August 21, 2005
Dhueyart.com features the artistic talents of Paul Dhuey, who can now be found slinging ink at Guru Tattoo in San Diego, California. Paul specializes in large custom artwork, paticularly Asian-inspired ... Read More

Tat of the Week - Warrior and Horse

Sunday August 14, 2005
He's done it again. Robert Weisz is not a tattoo artist, but he is one of my favorite collectors. Every piece he gets is an amazing work of art - ... Read More

Link of the Week - Eyecandy Tattoo

Sunday August 14, 2005
Located in New Orleans, LA, Eyecandy Tattoo is a colorfully decorated shop that is home to Randy Muller, Jeremy Justice and Donn Davis. All three artists have stunning online portfolios ... Read More

Forum Discussion: Teen's Navel Piercing Lands Mom in Jail

Sunday August 14, 2005
A mother has been put in jail because her 13 year-old nearly died from an infection due to a self-pierced navel. Is the mother to blame for not knowing her ... Read More

In the News: New Temporary Tattoo to Help Reduce Skin Cancer?

Sunday August 14, 2005
A new temporary tattoo, created by a group of New Zealand teenagers, promises to help reduce the risk of skin cancer. How? It turns purple when it is exposed to ... Read More

What Is (And What Isn't) a Keloid

Sunday August 7, 2005
If you have a growth on or around a new piercing, it's very normal to be concerned. Small or large, growths are not "normal" although they do occur quite often. ... Read More

Discussion: Mom Intimidated by Daughter's New Beau

Sunday August 7, 2005
BigScaryBob writes: "To let someone else's appearance overwhelm you to the point where you can't get over it, is more than a little antiquated. You have no choice but to ... Read More

Link of the Week: Tin-Tin Tatouages - Paris, France

Sunday August 7, 2005
This website (along with owner/artist Tin-Tin himself) was recommended by a forum member. Even if you don't speak French, it's quite self-explanatory how to navigate through this flash-based website, which ... Read More

In the News: Air Guard Hopefuls with Tattoos Disqualified

Sunday August 7, 2005
Air Guard recruits are being turned away if they have any visible tattoos larger than the size of a quarter. The good news is a laser surgeon is offering free ... Read More

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