For Beginners
Body Art in the News
Free Tattoo Flash
Tattoo Art Pictures
Tattoo Safety
Body Art Magazines, Electronic and Print
Tattoo Aftercare
Tattoo Removal
Piercing FAQ
Piercings: General
Piercing Jewelry
Piercing Safety
Piercing Aftercare
Male and Female Genital Piercings
Temporary Tattoos
Disease and Allergies
U.S. Studios
International Studios
Cutting, Branding, and Scarification
Henna and Mehndi Art
Permanent Cosmetics
Organizations
Biker/Motorcycle Stuff
Articles, pictures and FAQ's designed just for the newbie to body art. Explore and learn all you need to know to get you started.
News articles about body art (both pro and con) appear more often every year. This page will keep you updated with articles that relate to tattoos, piercings, artists, legal issues and other news.
Various experts in the tattoo field answer the most commonly asked questions.
Here is where you can find free tattoo flash for viewing & downloading.
Pictures of tattoo art and links to galleries with many images of tattoos.
Advice given on taking measure to be sure to prevent cross-contamination.
Find your favorite body art magazines, whether they be online or in print. Print magazines will include subscription information.
Sound advice given on caring for your new tattoo to reduce risk of infection.
Examples and descriptions of laser surgery used for the removal of tattoos.
Frequently asked questions answered by different experts in the field of piercing.
Photos and information on body piercings on all general areas of the body. (Excludes genital piercings)
Information on different types and styles of piercing jewelry, the different metals and materials used, and the differences between different guage sizes.
What the safety requirements and guidelines are, and how to know if your piercer is following them.
All you need to know to keep your new piercing clean and prevent it from becoming infected.
Photos and information on genital piercings, both male and female.
If you don't want to make a permanent commitment yet, why not try a temporary tattoo? They're fun, they're simple, and they only last a few days.
Links to finding out how you can prevent getting a disease from a tattoo or piercing. Also covers common allergic reactions to piercing jewelry, tattoo ink, and other substances.
If you need to find that specialty artist, or studio in your area, this is the place to be!
Tattoo Studios can be found world wide, this section is devoted to those studios located outside the United States. Various countries will be listed here. As information is submitted, the listing will grow.
Answers to the most common questions about cutting, branding and scarification. Includes several links to images and examples.
Where mehndi art originated, recipes for henna paste, instructions, patterns, photos, and suppliers.
From eyeliner to nipple re-pigmentation, these links will help you decide if this is for you.
Organizations dedicated to keeping tattoing and piercing safe, and keeping unlicensed "hackers" out of business.
Information and resource links for bikers of all kinds - everything from biker babes to where to find a new Harley online.
