If you've ever considered getting a tattoo (or already have one) you know it can be a daunting decision. While we love the idea of having a beautiful, permanent work of art displayed on our skin, the ...

Tattoo ink stays with you for life. Researchers are now asking how these pigments interact with the immune system and whether ...

From social security numbers to butterflies, tattoo designs have changed dramatically over the last 150 years. From 1960 to 1995, the number of tattoo artists working in the US skyrocketed from 500 to ...

Three tattoo artists spoke to Insider about how to make getting inked hurt less. They suggested numbing cream, but it's worth noting that it could wear off during long sessions. They also suggested ...

Tattoos are personal—stories etched into skin, snapshots of identity, reminders of who we were or who we’re becoming. But sometimes, life asks us to hide them: work events, family dynamics, weddings, ...

A tattoo is the ultimate blend of art, creativity, and self-expression — a means of decorating your body in a way that feels personal to you. When considering getting some new ink, the first decision ...

The relationship between art and technology is cyclical. Whether in the realms of film, architecture, or artificial intelligence, art and technology are in a constant dialogue driven by a shared ...

Ten years ago, professional tattoo artist Brian Finn decided to use his talents to help people — by providing free or reduced cost tattoos on his day off for people with scars caused by trauma "It ...