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5 Things NOT to do: Tattoos
This blog is written by Gabrielle Giannone from Leaninginblog You’re probably thinking, what on earth does this girl know about tattoos? Is she even a heavily tattooed person? The answer is no, as of now I only have what I would consider a few, but I have worked the front desk of tattoo shops since early…
Read More4 Reasons to Choose Needle Piercing Over Gun Piercing
Body piercing has been around for over 5,000 years. In recent years, piercing using a piercing gun has become very popular in places like shopping malls. Some people go so far as to order their own off the Internet and pierce at home. Despite its popularity and convenience, it’s not the best option for piercing.…
Read MoreTrustworthy Tattoo Inks – Know What’s Going in Your Body
There are so many brands of tattoo inks on the market. We’d like to think that all companies manufacturing them were ethical and safe. Unfortunately, there are inks out there on the market that aren’t up to the highest safety and quality standards. For instance, some inks manufactured in foreign countries may have lower safety…
Read MoreYour First Tattoo: Tips and Tricks for the Best Possible Outcome!
If you’re thinking about getting your first tattoo, you’re probably wondering which design you should choose. You want to have “no ragrets” when you look at your tattoo every day for the rest of your life. There are so many options and styles out there. How do you find a tattoo that inspires you and…
Read MoreHoodie Goodies Interview
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Read More6 Pro Tips for Young Artists
If you’re just starting out as an art student, or you just want to fine tune your art skills, we’ve compiled our best tips to help you make art part of your daily life so you can continue to create for years to come. Make a workspace for art – Having a special place in…
Read MoreArt Summer Camp for Fredericksburg Area Kids is Coming!
If you’re looking for summer camp in Fredericksburg, VA for your kiddos, check out our art camp! Kids crave structure, and while relaxing at home is fun for a while, you really need activities to break up the monotony of summer vacation. We have so many fun activities planned; your kids are in for a…
Read MoreTattoo Etiquette 101: 8 Tips For A Great Ink Experience
When you get a tattoo, it is a very personal process. Your artist is going to put art on your body that will be there for the rest of your life. You want that experience t o be as positive as possible for both of you, so you get your perfect tattoo and an artist…
Read More5 Things to Think About When Getting Your First Tattoo
So you’ve decided to get your first tattoo. Congratulations! I’m sure you’ve heard horror stories of people’s first tattoo experiences, or seen regrettable tattoo decisions walking up and down the beach, so you want to learn from everyone else’s mistakes. You want to have a piece of art that’s all you and that will stand the…
Read MoreTake Care of Your New Tattoo
Now that you’ve got your new ink, you want to make sure you take excellent care of it to avoid infection and keep it looking pristine for years to come. Here’s how to care for your new tattoo: Remove the bandage after 1-4 hours. If your tattoo is bigger/higher trauma (color, solid, sensitive areas) leave…
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