Tattoo Network

Professional tattoo guns, also known as needle guns, have come a long way in the few years. The Science of Tattoos page says... "Most modern tattoo systems are ‘needle guns’ that use electrical motors or air pressure to drive a needle like a sewing machine. The needle, loaded with ink, delivers the color to the right layer of skin, making a permanent image. No matter what happens to the skin’s outer layers, the ink will stay in exactly the same place." To read the ... Read More

Kate Massie, a retired tattoo artist, says tattoo equipment can be traced back over 3000 years in Egypt. "Archaeologist W.M.F. Petrie discovered two different types of ancient tattoo tools in Egypt, according to Cate Lineberry of "Smithsonian Magazine." The first type was a wood-handled tattoo instrument with a sharp point, dating back to 3,000 B.C., found in Abydos, Egypt. The second type of tattoo instruments discovered in Gurob were made of bronze, in a shape similar to needles. In modern tattooing, one type ... Read More

A machine invented by Thomas Edison (to engrave metal) was revised by several other people and used to apply ink to the body. The new configuration of the machine came to be known as a tattoo gun. History - Tattoo guns The first motor design that would be applied to a tattoo gun was invented by the same person who invented light bulbs, Thomas Edison. The machine was patented in 1876, originally being meant for metal engraving. Samuel O'Reilly took the design and ... Read More

Author Kassia Micek recently interviewed celebrity tattoo artist Travis Jackson about his ability to create living tattoos that are considered to be masterpieces. "It’s not with a paintbrush, chisel or camera that Travis Jackson creates his artwork, but nonetheless, his pieces last a lifetime and are treasured and sought after by many. His work can’t be seen hanging up in art galleries or on museum walls, but rather walking down the street. To read the full interview go here .. Tattoo Travis It ... Read More

Tattoos tell a story and the story they tell reveals much about the personality of the person wearing the tattoos! Hi folks! My name is Jerry Martin and I am the president and founder of Crazy Tattoo Designs and Insane Tattoo Products. If you have been on the Internet for awhile I am sure you have seen my tattoo brands and you may even be proudly wearing one of my incredible tattoo designs.  My collection of over 30,000 unique tattoos has been nominated to ... Read More