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Get a Tattoo at the Flea Market

Tattoosue — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 13:41:50 +0000

I credit the popularity of tattoos partly in due to the tattoo shops who realized the potential of reaching out to mainstream America by bringing the tattoo shops to them. By that I’m referring to the influx of tattoo shops in places like strip malls. Locations that make it easier for people from all walks of life to easily stroll into a shop and take a look around. At one time, tattoo shops were rare and usually located in the sleazier or funkier part of town. Areas of town that many never visit or would have any other reason to be near. The strip malls are more of a suburb sighting and makes tattoo shops more visible and easier to visit. Where I live, there are a few tattoo shops located in strip malls. Smart business. People that are stopping to pick up a few groceries can easily venture in to see what all the excitement is about tattoos.

Some shops combine with coffee shops and similar businesses to get people in the door who are curious about tattoos but have not quite taken the plunge. I recently discovered a new and creative way to reach the public. Went to the local flea market and there it was. A travel trailer tattoo shop. Buy some used dishes and pick up some new ink. Perfect for the people that are impulsive and bring the tattoo shop to the masses. I loved it. (pic courtesy of http://www.flickr.com/photos/28943645@N03/)

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Kids and Tattoos

Tattoosue — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:41:51 +0000

I know that people are on both sides of the fence when it comes to laws and government interference in our lives but when you hear this story, you’ll be thanking your local authorities if they are diligent about enforcing laws regulating your local tattoo parlors.

In a small seaside town located in Lancashire, England, a problem has arisen concerning the town tattoo parlors. They have the right laws in place. You have to be 18 or over to get a tattoo. But local parents have been complaining to the local authorities about the fact that underage kids are able to go into these resort shops and get body art done. Some of these kids are as young as 14 years old!

Due to all the parent’s complaints, a change in policy is planned. The scariest part of this whole story isn’t the fact that they are tattooing these young kids, but there have been over ten complaints filed in the past year about the hygiene practices of these tattoo parlors. Although these complaints have been coming in for the past year, the authorities are just now deciding to come down hard and enforce the law. There’s also talk of changing the policies to be more stringent in regulating new shops applying for business licenses.

Although it sounds like the local law makers are on the right track, some of them are still missing the point. The news article reporting this story had a quote from one of them stating the reason for coming down hard and enforcing regulations – “Youngsters come to Blackpool to enjoy themselves and it is all too easy for them to get carried away and ask for a tattoo, but the parlors should not be giving tattoos to anyone under 18. Once they have one done, they are stuck with it for life.”

How about emphasizing the fact that their lives can be cut short if some bozo shop tattoos them with contaminated needles?

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Tattooed TV-Online!

Tattoosue — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 19:45:21 +0000

TATTOOED TV – WEBISODE #5 from tattooedtv on Vimeo.

With the huge success of YouTube like videos, we are now seeing other ways video is now becoming a prominent tool in our entertainment and other aspects of our lives. So it’s no surprise we can now get instant gratification and access to a web site that offers webisodes of tattoo reality TV. I’ve only watched one episode so far but I’m giving it a thumbs up. Instead of having the same type of emotional drivel you sometimes find on other tattoo reality shows, this episode concentrated more on the shop, the artists, and that tattoo work. So far there are only 5 webisodes available for viewing but things must be going well because they are promoting a full fall season.

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Pioneer for the Tattoo Cause

Tattoosue — Mon, 24 May 2010 19:16:34 +0000

There always have to be the pioneers, the ones that are willing to fight for what they believe and Johnny Anderson falls into that category. Rather than just accepting Hermosa Beach’s zoning laws which ban tattoo parlors, Anderson is taking his fight to federal court claiming suppression of his right to artistic expression through his body art. Custom-designed tattoos account for about 95% of his business
Johnny currently owns a well established parlor call Yer Cheat’n Heart located in Gardena but is not happy with the neighborhood and wanted to move the business. After losing his court battle in 2008, he decided to appeal the ruling, and some law scholars are anticipating a different verdict this time. Anderson puts the blame on his failure in court the first time on the misconception that people visiting tattoo parlors are unsavory characters. Although Hermosa Beach doesn’t specifically ban tattooing, their zoning laws don’t recognize it as a permissible use. This man is not only fighting for a more desirable location but he’s helping other shop owners argue their point and possibly opening doors for them down the road. He’s putting years into the fight and is putting up his money where his mouth is. The guy deserves a lot of credit for his fight.

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Avatar Tattoo

Tattoosue — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:40:01 +0000

With the recent popularity of the James Cameron’s 3D movie, Avatar, you know you’ll be seeing Avatar movie related tattoos. This particular piece was done in a Spokane shop called Skin Candy Custom Tattoos – the artist wasn’t given credit but the site has samples of lots of nice tattoo art. Estimates on the costs related to shooting the movie range from $200 million to $300 million. As the sequels come out – and you know they will – and the DVD sales begin soon – you’ll see these tattoos become more and more popular. Similar to the Harry Potter phenomenon, I anticipate the Avatar movement to be in it’s infancy. The blue flesh looks good on skin.

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Surgery in the Tattoo Shop

Tattoosue — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:33:31 +0000

You know, I’m a firm believer that people should be tested before allowed to make decisions for themselves of others – like completely inept parents that are responsible for their little munchkins. Parents should be given IQ tests before allowed. And here we have an example of a Canadian tattoo shop employee using bad judgment with a customer, with even more bad judgment, requested minor surgery rather than a killer tattoo. Would you really ask your tattooist to perform genital surgery? Well someone asked for labia reduction. What is a labia reduction you ask – It is for women who have a problem with large labia, asymmetric labia or related female genital issues. A labia reduction reduces their outward appearance and corrects irregularities and is at times referred to as designer Vaginas. How did this come to the attention of the authorities? To make matters worse, the whole procedure was video taped and someone decided to unanimously mail it to the local cops. The police are actively investigating the incident and expect to lay charges soon. Although the video doesn’t capture the faces of the suspects, it does show their hands and arms. The hands and arms are covered in many very distinctive tattoos that will help the police.

The penalty for a first offense could include a maximum $25,000 fine or a maximum of one year in jail or both. I say lock them all up for stupidity.

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Tattoo Video

Tattoosue — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:52:10 +0000

Most people love to watch a tattoo artist work. Often if a friend is getting tattooed they have a whole family of friends that come in to keep them company and hang out. With some places of business this is easy while others have a limited amount of space to accomodate everyone. If you love watching artists and hanging at the shop, you may enjoy a live cam video feed. A couple of online sites offer this feature including West Coast Tattoo located in the UK.

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Queen of Hearts Tattoo Parlor

Tattoosue — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:20:05 +0000

The Queen of Hearts is an establishment that claims to be the oldest tattoo shop in Tennessee and has it’s own unique appeal. In addition to offering permanent cosmetics such as permanent eyeliner and eyebrows, they are experienced and certified in paramedical tattooing – including scar work, burn victims, pigmentation issues, breast cancer survivors work, hair strokes in eyebrows or scalp, cleft palates or lip design work.

Angel Moon is the owner and operator of this shop and is trained and experienced in paramedical work including: scar relaxation for burn victims, breast cancer areola restoration, Vitiligo (loss of skin pigmentation), Alopecia work (loss of hair), scar pigmentation, cleft palates, corrective procedures, Collagen Actuation, and more.

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Tattoo Parlor Violence

Susan — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 06:47:00 +0000

Who would have thought you’d be in danger in your local tattoo parlor? Unfortunately, there was a double homicide in the past week in a New Orleans Tattoo Parlor- XMAS time of all times! Although you can’t believe everything you read in the paper, the story goes a woman got a tattoo and argued with the artist about the price. She came back with a male who opened fire killing the artist and a patron. Neighbors said it was a quiet neighborhood and the shooting was a shock – there is a reward for the shooter. So sad. Losing your life to some ass who has a homicidal temper.

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Mom’s Tattoos

Susan — Sun, 11 May 2008 07:04:00 +0000

Happy Mother’s Day everyone! – So in honor of the day, I’m writing about the woman that runs, owns, and tattoos at Mom’s Tattoo Parlor located in south Austin. Debi, Mom’s owner, has been tattooing for over twenty years and has been in business at this location for the past five. She does all styles of tattooing. Debi treats her customers like family and really lives up to the Mom image.

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