by Joe | May 11, 2024 | Tattoo Aftercare
During the late 1950s through the 1960s and into the 1970s, tattoo artists like Zeke Owen, Good Time Charlie, Cliff Raven, Lyle Tuttle, Ed Hardy, Leo Zulueta, Don Nolan, Mike Malone, Spider Webb, Ernie White and others began to take tattoos mainstream. As a result,...
by Joe | Feb 11, 2024 | Piercing aftercare
How do you take care of a body piercing? 1. Always wash your hands before cleaning your piercing. Clean Everyday: Use warm saline solution or specialized piercing cleaning solution (never use alcohol or hydrogen peroxide as they can cause tissue damage).2. Do not...
by Joe | Feb 8, 2024 | tattoo apprentice, Tattooing in New Jersey
1. Completed Application: You would first need to fill out an application form provided by the New Jersey Department of Health.2. Business Registration: Like any other business in New Jersey, a tattoo shop must be registered with the State’s Division of Revenue...
by Joe | Feb 8, 2024 | Tattooing in New Jersey
What was the impact of Ernie White Tattoo Factory, Joe Kennedy’s Tattoo Connection and Shotsie Gorman on tattooing?, Joe Kennedy’s Tattoo Connection Ernie White Tattoo Factory, Joe Kennedy’s Tattoo Connection and Shotsie Gorman made significant...
by Joe | Feb 8, 2024 | Tattoo equipment
1. Coil Tattoo Machines: The most common type of tattoo machines, known for their adjustability. They use electromagnetic circuits to move the machine’s needles.2. Rotary Tattoo Machines: Utilize a spinning motor to move up and down the machine’s needle. This...
by Joe | Feb 8, 2024 | Health department inspected
1. Sterilization of Equipment: All equipment that comes in contact with the body should be sterilized before and after use. This includes needles, tubes, grips, and other tattoo machine parts. Autoclaves, which are sterilization machines that use high pressure steam,...
by Joe | Feb 7, 2024 | American traditional tattoos, Neo-traditional tattoos
American traditional tattoos, also known as Old School or Western tattoos, are characterized by their distinctive style. Here’s what makes them unique: 1. Bold Lines: American Traditional tattoos typically feature bold and thick black outlines. These lines are...
by Joe | Feb 7, 2024 | Japanese traditional tattoo
Japanese style tattooing. 1. Mythological Beasts: These include dragons, phoenixes, kirins, and more, each representing a different facet of life or personal trait.2. Flora: Numerous floral designs like lotus, peony, and cherry blossoms also garner significant...
by Joe | Feb 7, 2024 | tattoo styles
Classic tattoo styles encompass various traditional and enduring techniques, including: Traditional or Old School: Characterized by bold, thick black outlines, bright colors, iconic designs like roses, eagles, skulls, lovely ladies, anchors, etc. This style is deeply...
by Joe | Feb 2, 2024 | Tattoo Aftercare
My tattoo artist use Tegaderm bandage on my new tattoo what is the best way to care for my new tattoo? 1. Leave the Tegaderm bandage on for 4-7 days: The main purpose of Tegaderm is to protect your new tattoo from environmental contaminants while also allowing it to...