What To Wear When Getting A Tattoo
Tattoo booked but not sure what to wear? A tattoo artist explains the best clothes to choose for every placement.
Buzzed: Session #3
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.
LATEST STORIES
Can you get tattooed with sunburn? Here's what a tattoo artist has to say
New tattoos and summer sun don’t always mix — here’s what your tattoo artist wants you to know.
Ex-cellent! The Simpsons-Inspired Ink of Don Richards
Nestled in South London, Don Richards’ Kids Love Ink is the ultimate destination for Simpsons fans looking to capture a piece of the show’s timeless charm.
New Tattoos & Swimming: What You Really Need To Know
Tattoo artists recommend you don’t go swimming after getting fresh ink. But why don’t tats and water mix? And how long after a tattoo can you swim?
Amy just joined Stories & Ink (and went straight to Download)
S&I's new social star, Amy Valentine, shares what went down at Download Festival 2025.
Tommy Burley On Queerness, Tattoos, and Self
A heartfelt reflection from the queer/trans artist on art as expression, healing, and belonging.
Your Essential Guide to Tattoo Convention Season
Tattoo convention season is here! Here's what to pack, who to see, and why the afterparty might just be the main event.
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.
From Mastectomy to Masterpiece: The Tattoo Artist Transforming Lives
Tattoo artist and new Stories & Ink partner Tanya Buxton on the healing power of tattoos.
The Highland Bastard: Tattoos, Tunes, and Tales from the Top of Scotland
From his studio Sans Peur Tattoo & Piercing, Marc Sutherland crafts soulful black and grey and fine line tattoos, drawing on a life shaped by music, art, and resilience.
The Female Artist Changing the Face of Tattooing in Nepal
Kathmandu-based tattoo artist Sumina Shrestha on breaking stereotypes, finding strength in ink, and building a career that defies tradition.
Are Tattoos Real Art? One Artist’s Mission to Get Them into Galleries
Sean Colgrave ditched the corporate grind for tattooing—but he didn’t stop there. Now, he’s on a mission to get tattoos into galleries.
Pink Suits: Why Love Is Their Most Radical Act of Rebellion
Pink Suits didn’t set out to be a punk band—they just had something to scream about.
Inked Together: Tattoos as Symbols of Love
Friendship tattoos are more than just ink on skin—they’re a symbol of deep connection, shared experiences, and unbreakable bonds.
The Ultimate Collection of Breakup Tattoos
Not all love stories have a happy ending, and for those who’ve loved and lost, a breakup tattoo can be the perfect way to heal.
Tattoos: A Love Letter to the Body
Tattoos aren’t just body art—they’re personal expressions, meaningful stories, and sometimes, the deepest love notes we write to ourselves.
2024 Wrapped: Horse Girls, Cowgirls, and the Yeehaw Agenda
#1 of our '2024 Wrapped' series, featuring the trends, aesthetics, and artists who made 2024 unforgettable in the world of ink. Horsegirls, cowgirls and the yeehaw agenda.
2024 Wrapped: Neo-Tribal Tattoos
#2 of our '2024 Wrapped' series, featuring the trends, aesthetics, and artists who made 2024 unforgettable in the world of ink. Neo-tribal tattoos: A modern twist on ancient art.
2024 Wrapped: Micro Tattoos
#3 of our '2024 Wrapped' series, featuring the trends, aesthetics, and artists who made 2024 unforgettable in the world of ink. Micro-tattoos: Tiny designs, big impact.
2024 Wrapped: Coquette Tattoos
#4 of our '2024 Wrapped' series, featuring the trends, aesthetics, and artists who made 2024 unforgettable in the world of ink. Coquette Tattoos: Dainty, feminine and oh-so-dreamy.