21 Heart Tattoos We Love This Valentine's Day
Love it or loathe it, Valentine's Day is back. With this in mind, these 21 heart tattoo designs may just get you thinking about your next ink.
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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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