DeLand has recently embraced change in a significant shift by revising an old ordinance that will finally allow tattoo parlors to open within its city limits. This change comes after several decades, during which city codes prohibited such establishments from operating. Local artists, including the determined Brittany Arizona, took the initiative to approach the city and request a reevaluation of these longstanding rules. Arizona shared her struggle: “I tried to open my shop three years ago in the city, and I kept running into roadblocks, and I realized there were these ordinances, and they were making it impossible.” In […]

  In the heart of the Veterans Memorial Arena in West Fargo, an extraordinary gathering unfolded as numerous tattoo artists converged to transform the human body into living canvases. This remarkable spectacle was the 2023 Roughrider Ink and Iron Expo, a celebration of tattoo artistry. One of the participating tattoo artists, Ethan Aune, expressed his excitement, saying, “I think it’s awesome. Everybody in the community gets together with many people from out of town. You get to see everybody’s artwork and show off your own.” This event served as a unique platform where the local community and artists from afar […]

This past weekend, Cincinnati hosted the fifth annual leg of the international Villain Arts Tattoo Convention. The convention welcomed an eclectic group of people from around the globe to celebrate artistry, oddities, and a culture with an appreciation for pain. With three days packed with blood, sweat, and excitement, individuals could come together to show off their tattoos and get inked by various artists. Walking through the convention center doors, visitors were hit with a kaleidoscope of colors. Navigating through rows of vibrant stalls, artists showcased various styles—everything from traditional and neo-traditional to realism, watercolor, and more made up the […]

Mad Rabbit, a tattoo care brand, has set out to mainstream a growing body care niche. The company was founded in 2019 and produces products for tattooed people. This includes body washes and balms to ensure the tattoo doesn’t fade. It has seen a significant increase in sales year-over-year and over 100% growth over the […]