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Tattoos, once a fringe and unconventional form of self-expression, have soared in popularity in recent years, becoming an integral part of mainstream culture in many societies around the world. This rise in popularity can be attributed to a…

In the world of tattoos, Japanese designs have always held a special place. Traditional and modern Japanese tattoos are highly sought after for their intricate designs and deep symbolism, growing in popularity all around the globe. Pop culture…

What Are the Main Components Of an Illustrative Tattoo?  Venture into the tattoo scene's artistic, sophisticated, abstract art area. What are the main components of illustrative tattoo designs? Let’s delve into the inky rabbit hole of ink, design, the…

What is a custom design tattoo? Are you ready to hear the answer to “what is a custom design tattoo”? We have a variety of artists who each specialise in their own themes and styles. Before your come in…

What is an American-Style Tattoo? When we talk about the traditional American tattoo style, most people think of eagles, roses, sailors, soldiers, and stories of the sea. These themes are woven into American arts and culture and have inspired countless modern…

Discover a New Passion - Japanese Tattoo Tattoos can be bold, beautiful, enigmatic, wild or wacky, and most importantly, always meaningful. Your tattoo expresses something about you – your community or culture, your essence or sense of fun, your life and…

Understanding the Art - What Does a Japanese Tattoo Represent While many people get a Japanese tattoo simply for the beautiful aesthetic and interesting depictions of myth, some might be a little more hesitant to permanently decorate themselves in cultural work…

What is Neo-Traditional Tattoo Design, and Where Did it Come From? Neo-traditional tattoo design, in a nutshell, is a modern version of the American Traditional tattoo style. Inspired by the iconic era of Americana (think anchors, eagles, and mom motifs),…

Lighthouse Flash Weekend News!!! - Artist Interview #5 Melanie Milne 1) Hey Mel. So I guess I want to ask you about the pressure to have an identifiable style for yourself, while staying true to a street shop work…

LIGHTHOUSE FLASH WEEKEND NEWS!!! – ARTIST INTERVIEWS #4 Vic James 1) So, looking at your work, it could easily be described as “traditional”, but there’s an obvious emphasis on particular features of the genre over others. Can you describe…

ARTIST INTERVIEWS #3 DEAN SACRED 1) Hey mate. You need no introduction to tattoo enthusiasts across Australia, and probably the world. But give me some of the basic info. When did you start tattooing?  - I started in 1992 under…

Lighthouse Flash Weekend News!!! - Artist Interviews #2  Brett Hayes 1) Hey mate. So I’ll start with one of the obvious discussions that I often hear around your career as an artist. You’re known for your oil painting…