Ink Master - Episode 2
So, I finally got around to watching this week’s episode of Ink Master. (Thank goodness for DVRs; otherwise I’d probably miss just about all of the shows I watch) Some of my original fears are coming to fruition – like the one about my concern that the judges aren’t really qualified to be judging these artists in the first place.
Read more...Do All Tattoos Have to Have a Story?
Ink Master - Spike's New Show Raises Eyebrows and Doubts
Last night, a new tattoo show called Ink Master premiered on Spike TV. It’s a competition reality show that pits several talented tattoo artists against each other in a variety of challenges, elmininating one at a time until a winner is chosen. If you watch any reality competition shows, you know the drill – from Project Runway to the Amazing Race, it’s all about brutal challenges and seeing who doesn’t crack under the pressure. These shows are designed to stress the contestants to their limits, creating drama and excited anticipation for audiences. If you don’t like reality competition shows, you won’t like Ink Master. But that doesn’t mean the show is without its merits.
Read more...Stretching (Gauging Up) Your Piercing
Stretching or gauging up are terms used to describe making a piercing hole bigger so you can wear bigger jewelry in it. If you want to enlarge a piercing, you can do so by stretching the fistula or cutting out the size you want with a dermal punch. But it’s important to do it in the right way or you could end up suffering some painful consequences.
Ear Lobe Piercings Guide
Ear lobe piercings are one of the most ancient of all body modifications, and definitely the most common piercing found on remains of bodies that are centuries old and from a wide variety of cultures.
Tragus Piercings Guide
Tragus piercings are one of the most popular ear piercings, but incorrect information has made some people afraid to get one. Find out the truth about pain and the infamous popping sound.
Ear Helix Piercings Guide
Ear helix piercings can be done as a singular piercing or several along the edge - multiples can be decorated with several pieces of jewelry or one that connects them all. Learn more about the many options available with helix piercings and how to avoid problems.