2001 Articles
12/15/01 - 'Tis the Season to be Tattooed
Revised from it's original version, this article provides more information on why this is a good time of year to get tattooed and what you need to be aware of.
12/01/01 - Top 8 Body Art Magazines
Top 8 body art and tattoo related magazines, what kind of content they provide and where to find them.
11/17/01 - Before You Buy Temporary Tattoo Kits
What you need to know before you buy temporary body art kits for kids.
10/31/01 - Before You Buy Body Jewelry
Choosing the right body jewelry is more involved than just choosing what looks nice. Choosing the correct material for your body is even more complicated. This guide will help you to decide what is right for you.
09/24/01 - 9-11 Memorial Tattoos
As we search for ways to deal with the recent terrorist attacks, some show their support in the most indelible way - with tattoos.
09/08/01 - Navel Invasion: Belly Button Fashion
Exposed navels have reached an all-time high in popularity, which means we are looking for even more ways to decorate and accentuate them.
09/01/01 - Studio Profile - Chrome Gardens
Meet the crew of Chrome Gardens and see pictures of their lovely, newly-renovated two-story studio.
08/19/01 - Amy Brown, Fantasy Artist (Interview)
Amy Brown's fantasy art has inspired many tattoos. Get to know the artist behind the canvas and see how she feels about the tattoos derived from her designs.
08/01/01 - Studio Profile - Altered Images
"Studio of the Month" is a new segment being added to this site, and the first featured studio is Altered Images. Meet Dave and Peggy Sucher and find out how Altered Images got started.
07/26/01 - Getting a Tattoo While on Vacation
Getting a tattoo from different artists while traveling can be fun and exciting, but it can also be a disaster! Find out what to look for and what to watch out for.
07/14/01 - Aerosmith Rocks This Way With "Just Push Play" Tour
These guys were wearing tattoos long before it was the "cool" thing to do. See pictures from their current tour as I try to get a glimpse of their body art and check out the loyal fans wearing Aerosmith tattoos!
06/28/01 - Inspiration: Fairies/Pixies
Fairies are in high-demand when it comes to tattoos. If you're looking for ideas for inspiration, follow the trail of pixie dust to some of the best fairy galleries on the web.
06/14/01 - When Competition Goes Too Far
We all know that businesses in direct competition with one another are going to have a certain amount of rivalry, but what happened in Houston, Texas, is competition at its worst.
05/20/01 - When is it Safe to Shave Again?
Stubble may be itchy and annoying, but it sure beats a wrecked tattoo from premature shaving.
04/30/01 - Tattoos and Tanning
If you have tattoos you want to keep looking nice, you might want to think twice before you sun bathe or visit the tanning bed.
04/15/01 - Tongue & Tragus Photo Experiences
My friend Renee and I both got new piercings and I now have a new favorite piercer. See pictures of each piercing process and read our experiences.
03/23/01 - Tattoos and Mardi Gras
Tattoo artist, Gerry Beckerman, explains what it was like slinging ink in the heart of New Orleans during Mardi Gras.
03/11/01 - Inspiration: Butterflies
Looking for a butterfly tattoo design? I have selected some of the best photograph and clipart galleries on the Net for you to browse through.
02/25/01 - Buyer Beware: Know What You're Getting
Before you get that nice Chinese or Kanji tattoo, make sure you know exactly what you're getting or you could end up red in the face.
02/11/01 - Inspiration: Dragons
If you're wanting to get a dragon tattoo and need ideas, here is your inspiration. I'll show you how to find out what kind of dragon fits your personality and where to see some of the best dragon galleries on the Net.
01/25/01 - Mass Gets the Green Light
After years of being under ban against tattooing, Massachusetts legislature has finally put an end to its paranoia-based restriction.
More Features...
2002 Features
Donating Blood; Dealing with Health Issues; Labret Piercing Photos; How to Remove and/or Insert a CBR; School Censorship; Convincing Your Parents; Ta Moko; Embarrassing Questions; About Nipple Piercings; Weight Fluctuation/Stretch Marks; Smoking in the Studio; Why You Shouldn't be Hunting for a Bargain; DIY Piercings
2000 Features
Piercings & Frostbite Risk; Body Art & Employment Issues; Piercing - The Gun vs. The Needle; No Pain, No Gain; To Tip or Not to Tip; The Art of Mehndi - Introduction, Henna Paste Recipe, Making Cones, Creating Patterns; Aftercare Contradictions; How to Get an Apprenticeship; The Tattoo Process; Gill Montie Interview
1999 Features
Giving a Tattoo as a Gift; How Much Do Tattoos Hurt?; My First Tattoo; Nipple Piercing Experience; Battle of the Scratchers; Gerry Beckerman Interview; How to Get a Safe Tattoo
