Tattoo News& Stories

When a client tells me they've been trying to book me for years, it feels incredible that they've waited. Want help becoming that artist...the destination artist instead of the local convenient option? Comment COACH for the link to book a d

After 23 years tattooing, sustainability is the mission...not just a better year but a whole life you don't feel like burning down to survive. If your journey and mine aren't so different, comment or DM COACH and let's talk about next steps

That's the question isn't it? I wish I had asked it sooner. I wish I would have known to ask it. That's when the work can start. Where we start depends on where you're stuck right now. Skill, pricing, the clients, not knowing what you want

Once you start asking if a piece pays you twice, you start seeing that every tattoo is doing one of three jobs. A dream portfolio piece is the work you'd proudly show anywhere. It moves your style forward and pulls in the clients you actual

Clips from the @artstoheartsproject 101 DOG Book I'll be featured in. Follow the link in my bio, pinned post, or stories to get your very own copy!

TOMORROW NIGHT!!! 5-8pm! Share with your friends! Bring ‘em along! Meet the artists, bring your tattoo ideas, eat some cheese and crackers!

This is the Candid Color Coaching mission. Tattooer sustainability. If you wanna be here for a lifetime (because artists don't just stop making art), then let's talk about how we do that. Comment COACH or send a DM and we'll set up a call.

Come for the art, stay for the poopin’ 🎨💩 #tattoo #tattoostudio #portland #maine ART OPENING & OPEN HOUSE! Saturday, May 30, 5-8pm. 999 Forest Ave. Portland ME 04103

The delusion is that the fear means stop, when it actually means you've reached the edge of who you've been and the next version is right there. Comment or DM COACH and let's talk about what's on the other side of yours. #tattooartist #tatt

@guyaitchisonart teaching Plein air at @siuedwardsville yesterday.

Nice to be back in Detroit Rock City, missed my bro King Kong. @the.mighty.kong

This past seminar was fuckin epic, and it means a lot to us. Do you think this craft matters? We do. A few days centered around art, process, open conversation, and community. Thank you to everyone who showed up and contributed to the exper

*Trumpets* ANNOUNCEMENT! My new website is live and ready for you! You'll be able to learn a bit about me, get a sense of my mission and where my heart is in all of this work, and check out the new and improved COMMISSION area! You'll now b

Book a Free Consultation with @dave_racci_tattoo online... https://darksidetattoo.com/consults-dave-racci or Click the Booking Link in Bio! Darkside Tattoo - East Haven, Connecticut #darksidetattoostudio #tattoonow #tattoo #tattoos #tattooe

How do you know which colors go together???? I get asked this all the time. Honestly… almost every color can work together. You just have to give the eye enough information to connect them visually. At first glance, @eternalink Mocha and Dr

101 Art Book: Dog Edition is here ✨ A beautifully curated hardcover celebrating dogs as art, memory, and storytelling. This collectible volume brings together powerful dog-themed artworks from artists across the world, offering an intimate

Browns can totally be a wild card and heal unexpectedly muted or weak. These are my favorite mods that I use in portraits and well...everything lol. If I was only mixing from a super limited palette, I'd mix a combo of Yellow Jacket, Light

🚨New Merch🚨 New hoodies just arrived. Just in time for Christmas. Super cozy. Super warm. Grab a last minute gift. Most sizes available. Order today. Ships today. . Link in bio. . #theravenandthewolves #hoodie #newmerch #fyp

This is so 🔥. Had to share this. Over 120 hours w/ @sebaslopeztattoo . Email sebaslopeztattoo@gmail.com . #sebaslopeztattoo #fyp #inkeeze

Half bodysuit + arm sleeve completed. Hannya × snake with autumn maple leaves. Classic Japanese tattoo style. Thanks @mariosag_ @bishoprotary @inkeeze @allegoryink @rawpigments #horiyotattoo #horiyo #losangelestattoo #fukuokatattoo #itezumi

@sebaslopeztattoo will be @nyempirestatetattooexpo this weekend. Limited availability. Email for info . Sebaslopeztattoo@gmail.com . #sebaslopezart #empirestatetattooexpo #fyp

How about some @inktagram to start your week. . Email smithinkbooking@gmail.com for appts . #inktagram #fyp #inkeeze #wales #tattoos

Cant wait for @goldenstatetattooexpo Biggest one yet. Book appts today. . Info@theravenandthewolves.com . #fyp #goldenstatetattooexpo #sullenclothing

Half fresh/ Half healed Veil Lady, by @lionsdenart . Email lionsdenart@gmail.com for yours. . #lionsdenart #Andrewkimart #fyp #tattoos

“Tame birds sing of freedom, wild birds fly” John Lennon. Birdie by @luigi.antolinii . Luis will be @nyempirestatetattooexpo this weekend taking walk ups. Swing by the booth . Email luisantolinart@gmail.com . #luisantolinart #fyp #empiresta

Really cool available design by @luigi.antolinii. Check out his profile, he has more designs available. . Email luisantolinart@gmail.com for appts. . #luisantolinart #fyp #designavailable #inkeeze

So fresh and so clean.@mumia916 is visiting us this week. . #fyp #mumiaart

Such handsomeness from @michaelperryart . Email michaelperryart@gmail.com for appts . #michaelperryart #tattoos #blackandgrey #fyp

Two tigers, three days, by @horiyotatt . #horiyotattart #fyp #traditionaltigertattoo

🔥 NYC, are you ready? 🔥 @carlostorresart will be our special guest at the NY Empire State Tattoo Expo 2026!! A curated gathering of world-class artists, elite brands, and true masters of the craft. ⚡️✨ The standard of tattoo excellence re

Side quest in progress by @carlostorresart . Email carlostorresart@gmail.com for info . #carlostorresart #fyp #sidetattoo

Oscar the Grouch! Such a fun piece to bring to life. Grateful every day that I get to do what I love and follow my passion. For appointments email me at ricardodecruzart@gmail.com • @theravenandthewolves @inkeeze @bishoprotary • #tattoo #ta

Mecha Frieza. Do you think he’s the worst villain to emerge from Dragonball ? I was grateful to add him to an anime/irezumi sleeve I’ve been working on! This session was done at @theravenandthewolves in Long Beach, California, an amazing st

A skull always fits, just ask @michaelperryart . Back in Feb. email michaelperryart@gmail.com . #michealperryart #skulltattoo #fyp

Today. Today. Today. Come get some cool Halloween flash. @donny_dxnko @luigi.antolinii @vulgarartist and @craig_tattooz will be tattooing some of their fun Halloween designs. Swing through and get inked. . 562.336.1226 . #halloweenflash #ta

Dark horror is just a point of view. Some @zach.the.ripperr evil. . Email zach.medbery@gmail.com for yours. . #zachmedberyart #darkhorror #fyp #tattoos

Always inspiring. Miss ya, @j_rudy_gtc . #jackrudy #fyp

St. Michael, Graphite pencil on Durex paper by @sebaslopeztattoo. Stay Creative. . Email sebaslopeztattoo@gmail.com for appts . #sebaslopezart #stmichael #graphite #fyp #staycreative

Insane 🦖 arm to hand piece by @michaelperryart . Email michaelperryart@gmail.com for appts . #michealperryart #dinosaurtattoo #fyp

@ricardodecruzart will be at @godsofinktattooconvention this weekend. Limited availability, book today. . Email ricardodecruzart@gmail.com for info . #ricardodecruzart #godsofinktattooconvention #fyp #tattoos

Would you get your armpit tattoo’d? Close to 150 hours total on Justin. A few important hours spent on the armpit recently by @sebaslopeztattoo . Email sebaslopeztattoo@gmail.com for appt. . #sebaslopezart #fyp #armpitattoo #expotatuajemede

Storytelling through tattooing. Symbolizing the journey from where you’re from to where you’re going, by @shaybredimus . Email shaybredimustattoo@gmail.com for appts . #shaybredimusart #inkeeze #tattoos #blackandgrey #blackandgreytattoos #f

BOOKING 📖 LONG BEACH/ LOS ANGELES. Now till the end of February - All inquiries email info@mayonaize.com #scriptattooLosAngeles #losangelestattooartist #freehandlettering #calligraphytattoo #longbeachtattooartist

#WIP @sebaslopeztattoo getting started on a super cool sleeve. . Email sebaslopeztattoo@gmail.com for appts . #sebaslopeztattoo #inkeeze #fyp #bishoprotary

Snag some Christmas gifts without breaking the bank. Swing by the studio and gear up. . 212 Promenade N, Downtown Long Beach . #fyp #christmasshopping #swag

@ricardodecruzart - The Raven And The Wolves, USA 🇺🇸 will be attending the 4th Edition of the Gods Of Ink Tattoo Convention - 17/18/19 April 2026 - Messe Frankfurt, Hall 1-2 . #godsofink #frankfurt #ricardodecruz #tattoolifemagazine #miki

Tengu- a legendary creature from Japanese folklore, by @horiyotatt . Email horiyotattoo.appoint@gmail.com for appts . #horiyotattoo #inkeeze #bishoprotary #fyp #tengu

A mix of healed work for today’s Throwback Thursday. I have designs ready to go, or if you have ideas for a new project, we can set up an appointment and collaborate to bring it to life. For bookings, email me at: ricardodecruzart@gmail.com

@zach.the.ripperr will be at @godsofinktattooconvention April 17-19. Limited Availability, book appointment today . Email Zach.medbery@gmail.com . #zachmedberyart #fyp #godsofinktattooconvention #tattoos

Officially introducing our newest resident artist, @donny_dxnko to the family. Check his portfolio along with his designs available. Look forward to seeing his art grow here @theravenandthewolves Give him a follow. . Info@theravenandthewolv

Custom horror by @zach.the.ripperr. Get in touch for yours. . Email zach.medbery@gmail.com for appts . #zachmedberyart #inkeeze #tattoos #blackandgrey #blackandgreytattoos #fyp #horror #blackandgreyallday #inkeeze #bishoprotary #tatsoul #th

@inktagram killed this half sleeve while he was visiting us. . He will be back early next year. . Email smithinkbooking@gmail.com for appts . #inktagramart #inkeeze #tattoos #blackandgrey #blackandgreytattoos #fyp #cardifftattoo #landman ##

“Payaso” sculpture by @ricardodecruzart . Email ricardodecruzart@gmail.com for yours . #ricardodecruzart #fyp #payaso #inkeeze

Galactic Pacman by @michaelperryart . Email michaelperryart@gmail.com . #michaelperryart #inkeeze #tattoos #blackandgrey #fyp

Let @zach.the.ripperr bless you with these hands. . Email zach.medbery@gmail.com for appts . #zachtheripper #handtattoo #skull #fyp

Who ready for ROUND TWO!! Voting starts now on our Empire Inks Sponsored Artist page for this dynamic duo! Tonight we have @zach.the.ripperr and @paultochluk battling it out for the chance to move to the next bracket of the Olympics. Who’s

🔥 NYC, are you ready? 🔥 @theravenandthewolves will be our special guest at the NY Empire State Tattoo Expo 2026!! A curated gathering of world-class artists, elite brands, and true masters of the craft. ⚡️✨ The standard of tattoo excellen

Trusted me with his idea and left with a clean piece ! Always enjoy late night session ! Done @theravenandthewolves Dm to book an appointment 🙌🏽✍🏾 #longbeach #whittier #losangeles #eastlos #EastLA #chicanoart #art #south#southcentral #ta

Finished Frankenstein monster themed leg sleeve by @ricardodecruzart. What classic monster would you get tattoo’d? . Email ricardodecruzart@gmail.com for appts. . #ricardodecruzart #fyp #frankensteinsmonstertattoo #inkeeze

Insane collaboration by @michaelperryart & @zach.the.ripperr. Done over three days. . Info@theravenandthewolves.com for info. . #michaelperryart #zachmedberyart #fyp