Tattoo Needles 101: What’s Really Happening to Your Skin
Most people focus on the design, the artist, the placement.But what actually creates your tattoo — and how it heals — comes down to something much smaller: The needle.
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Press Play: Parliament Tattoo’s Halloween Playlist
Curated by the Parliament crew: heavy, loud, and just a bit possessed.
Built in a 19th-century North London factory, Parliament Tattoo isn’t your average studio, and this isn’t your average Halloween playlist.
Press play and enter their world.
Introducing
Where rebellion meets creativity and every inked line tells a story of defiance, identity and freedom.
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From Mastectomy to Masterpiece: The Tattoo Artist Transforming Lives
Tattoo artist and new Stories & Ink partner Tanya Buxton on the healing power of tattoos.
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Afroderm: Inside the UK’s First Tattoo Event for Black Skin
Music, art, and culture came together at Sang Bleu Tattoo for Afroderm's debut UK event. We met the artists and community reclaiming tattooing’s Afro roots and reshaping the industry.
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Tommy Burley On Queerness, Tattoos, and Self
A heartfelt reflection from the queer/trans artist on art as expression, healing, and belonging.
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An interview with Derrick Burns: Tattoo by Trade, Techno by Heart
Meet the Glaswegian artist in Barcelona blending bold lines and beats in perfect rhythm.
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The Timeless Power of Dagger Tattoos
Dagger tattoos cut deep with their rich history, symbolising everything from power and protection to betrayal and resilience.
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Why Angel Number Tattoos Go Way Deeper Than a TikTok Trend
Angel number tattoos are more than just the latest thing on social media. They offer deep spiritual meaning and personal expression for a new generation.
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How Liam Alvy built a life around art: "If you’re authentic to yourself, hopefully you live a good, happy life"
From skate graphics to classic flash, tattoo artist Liam Alvy followed his instincts all the way to St Ives — building a studio, a style, and a life entirely his...
Pre-tattoo preparation guide
This year, let's prevent bad tattoo sessions. Here is our guide to prepare you for your upcoming tattoo.
Is Sleep the Secret to Better Tattoos?
The science behind rest, healing and infection prevention.
Inside No Regrets Tattoo Studios: From Cheltenham to Miami
No Regrets has grown from a single studio to a network of tattoo spaces across the UK and US.
How do I know if my tattoo is infected?
If you are new to being tattooed, or maybe you’ve gotten a much bigger piece than usual, the healing process might not be what you expected. There are moments where...
7 Ways to Keep Your Tattoos from Fading
Over time, some tattoo fading is normal. However, this doesn’t mean you should just give up and accept dull looking tattoos.
Old Stories, New Skin: The Tattoo Artist Keeping Britain's Myths & Legends Alive
Tattoo artist Max Harley Taylor revives Britain's folklore, transforming ancient myths and symbols into striking, modern tattoos.
Cressida Raven on finding beauty in the grotesque
London tattoo artist Cressida Raven explores the beauty in darkness, blending gothic elegance, anatomy, and emotion in her hauntingly intricate tattoo art.
The Art of Darkness: Tattoos, Architecture, and Halloween with @hellie_tattoo
Step into the shadowed world of tattoo artist Hellie, where gothic cathedrals, haunted beauty, and Halloween’s eerie allure come alive through ink, architecture, and artful darkness.
Szymon Lipowski on recovery, protest and the meaning of George the cat
Tattoos, meme culture, and George the cat - Syzmon Lipowski on making art that reflects the human experience.
Abstract Tattoos With Heart: Meet Chilean Artist Maca
From fine arts to hand-poke tattoos, Santiago-based artist Maca transforms skin into abstract, poetic masterpieces.
Why autumn is the best time to get tattooed
We give you the low down on why getting tattooed in Autumn is the best time of all!
What causes tattoos to fade?
Fight the fade: Why tattoos lose vibrancy and what you can to do about it
The Do’s and Don’ts of Tattoo Aftercare
Keep your new ink looking sharp—follow our simple do’s and don’ts of tattoo aftercare to heal right and avoid common mistakes.