Posted Got Tattoo Questions? We've Got Answers to Fresh Ink
Alright folks, now is the time to ask all of those tattoo questions you've had building up in your brains saved up for a rainy day (or a super snowy day, as is the case in Chicago today). My pal,...
Posted Guest Blog: Adventures in Tattoo Removal to Fresh Ink
My guest blogger, and new BFF, Brad is back with another installment of his tale of tattoo removal. Part 2: Adventures in Tattoo RemovalOK, ouch.Now that I have that out of the way, I had my first Q switch laser...
Posted Tattoo You: Tattoo Benefit for the Red Door Shelter to Fresh Ink
Hey folks, there's another great tattoo fundraiser happening at Insight Studios (just remember to be very careful when you park and don't leave ANYTHING including your pornography laying out for people to steal).February 20, 2010 - February 21, 2010Now is...
Posted Guest Blog: Brad's Breaking Up With His Tat to Fresh Ink
According to laser manufacturer Candela, more than 100,000 Americans will have a tattoo removed this year. This is the story of one of those procedures.I'm breaking up with one of my tattoos tomorrow. Although it no longer means to me...
Posted The Tattooed Lady: Book Review to Fresh Ink
Some of you may remember a post from a while back where I mention Amelia Klem Osterud's book, The Tattooed Lady. I was lucky enough to receive a copy and have had a hard time putting it down. In fact,...
Posted Nick Colella Does A Mean Pin-Up Tattoo to Fresh Ink
Oh man, today is going to be rough. I'm trying to recover from a severe groin pull that took place last night after attempting to do the splits during a "Lip Synch For Your Life" contest at the Call bar...
Posted First Aid Kit for Monday Morning to Fresh Ink
I am so in love with these girls. First Aid Kit first grabbed my attention when they did a cover of an already gorgeous Fleet Foxes tune, and made it (in my opinion) even more beautiful. I love hearing new...
Posted It Was Only A Matter Of Time: Avatar Tattoo to Fresh Ink
I'm truly shocked that it took this long to find someone with an Avatar tattoo. Don't fan-people usually go all out before the premiere?I haven't seen the movie yet, I think I'll wait until I can see it from the...
Posted Tomorrow I've Got A Date With Nick Colella to Fresh Ink
That's right - tomorrow night I'll be getting my pin-up girl singing at a 50's-style microphone stand on my forearm (to get my future sleeve really started). I sat down with Chicago Tattoo's Nick Colella and talked out tomorrow's art....
Posted New Charlotte Gainsbourg "IRM" For Friday to Fresh Ink
This weekend I will be heading over to visit Nick Colella over at Chicago Tattoo because1: I miss those boys2: He is going to help me design my next tattoo - a pinup girl, hopefully on my left arm to...