The Great Omi, born Horace Leonard Ridler, was one of the most recognizable sideshow performers of the 20th century. His striking,...

We've all heard the old adage, whispered or outright stated, that "tattoos used to be for sailors and prostitutes." For sailors, as we've...

For centuries, the vast, unpredictable ocean wasn't just a place to travel; it was a living, breathing entity, a highway, yes, but also a...

Tattooing, an art form as old as humanity itself, has always been about connection – between artist and skin, culture and expression. But...

In the vibrant and ever-evolving world of tattooing, styles often draw inspiration from the past while injecting a fresh, contemporary...

A Glimpse Behind the Canvas: The Allure of the Unusual Imagine stepping beneath the canvas of a turn-of-the-century sideshow tent. The...

Throughout history, tattoos have often been associated with rebellion, subculture, and the fringes of society; however, several instances...

For thousands of years, humans have adorned their bodies with tattoos, each mark telling a story of culture, identity, or personal...

Tattoo flash — sheets of pre-designed tattoos displayed on studio walls — are an iconic part of tattoo history. But where did they come...

Anchors Away: The Enduring Legacy of American Traditional Tattooing American Traditional tattooing, also known as Old School, is more...

A Tapestry of Tradition: Women's mark on Tattoo History The story of tattooing is a tapestry woven with threads of tradition, rebellion,...

Alright, let's dive into the raw, unfiltered world of prison tattoos – a style born from necessity, ingenuity, and a whole lot of grit....

Japanese Tattoos: A Rich History and Enduring Art Form Japanese tattoos, known as irezumi, boast a captivating history intertwined with...