Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio - Portmouth, RI: May 2014

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Best Solutions for Tattoo Remorse

So, you have a tattoo that you deeply regret. Don't worry, you're not alone. Many tattoo lovers have a piece they wish they could remove or have done over. Laser tattoo removal is becoming increasingly popular as tattoos grow in popularity. How does laser tattoo removal work? Laser tattoo removal uses short pulses of highly focused energy consisting of light wavelengths and energy directed at tattoo ink under the skin. The laser heats up the ink particles and breaks them into smaller pieces, which can then be released by the body, and promote the fading of the tattoo.

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Call Inflicting Ink at 401-683-5680 to schedule a free consultation to learn about laser tattoo removal for yourself, or to learn about adding the Quanta USA laser to your tattoo studio.
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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers. Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com

Professional Training in Tattoo Laser Removal

Are you looking for professional tattoo laser removaltraining? Inflicting Ink serves as a training center for fellow tattoo artists across the country. Jeff Goyette, is a highly trained in tattoo removal with years of experience. It may seem strange that a tattoo artist and Certified Laser Tattoo Removal Specialist would also train people to do tattoo removal. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Early on in his career as a tattoo artist, Jeff Goyette noticed that getting a tattoo not only fulfilled an individuals’s dream, but at times it could became a source of major anguish. Learn more about Inflicting Ink's laser removal training.

What Do Dads Really Want for Father's Day? Tattoos.

Father's Day is right around the corner! We'll get you ready for dad's big day. Give him a gift he'll never forget with Inflicting Ink gift cards. Gift cards are available in any price range and can be applied to services for tattoos, piercings and laser removals! Dad's will love this gift and it's way cooler than any tie you could ever buy.

Laser Tattoo Removal Experts

Are you suffering from tattoo remorse? Do you have a tattoo you've been dying to remove? The Best Laser Tattoo Removal is now at Inflicting Ink in Portsmouth RI! We boast the newest most advanced tattoo removal laser – the Quanta Q Plus C and T Laser System featuring the first ever incorporated Ruby laser. The Q-Plus effectively removes black, blue, purple, yellow, green and red tattoo pigment with the lowest risk of texture changes and scarring.

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Meet Dave

Meet Dave, our amazingly talented resident tattoo artist. Dave always had the skills to draw but never thought to go to college for art. He became interested in tattooing after visiting Jeff's studio and getting a tattoo. After working under Jeff he caught on quickly and has continued to grow as an artist.

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Call Inflicting Ink at 401-683-5680 to schedule a free consultation to learn about laser tattoo removal for yourself, or to learn about adding the Quanta USA laser to your tattoo studio.
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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers. Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com

Tattoo Collectibles?

Tattoos are commonly known as artwork and masterpieces. This photographer found a unique way of preserving these uncommon collectibles. Each tattoo is actually preserved from a Polish prison inmate and are now on display through her photographic collection. Read more about Katarzyna Mirczak's tattoo exhibition.

In late 19th-Century Poland, prison tattoos were cut from the bodies of deceased inmates and preserved to identify connections between convicts. Today, those samples are art, and 60 of them have been captured in haunting and beautiful photographs by Katarzyna Mirczak. The photographer found them at the Department of Forensic Medicine at Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland and wanted to show how prisoners would use a variety of inventive -- but often dangerous -- materials to tattoo intricate designs in their skin.

— Preserved Prison Tattoos

New Military Rules on Tattoos

Art Work by Jeff Goyette

Tattoo parlors had a recent wave of soldiers through their doors. The recent change in military policies regarding visible tattoos is having a huge affect on soldiers and their future plans for new tattoos. According to the new regulations soldiers will not be permitted to get any visible tattoos that are larger than a hands length. Check out this article to learn more about the recent change and how soldiers are adjusting to it.

It`s been a long and colorful tradition, but times are changing for the Army. According to a new report, soldiers will no longer be allowed to have tattoos below their elbows and knees or above their necklines. Those Q13 FOX News spoke with say the new rules cross the line. “The military base is just right here down the street from us,” said James Tullis, of the Wicked Needle Tattoo. For tattoo shops near JBLM, military tattoos mean big business. “We get a lot of military guys coming in that have just come back from deployment or getting ready to go,” Tullis said Tuesday. And right now, business is buzzing. “They’re trying to get in before they have their pictures taken, to get them all done,” Tullis said. Soldiers say they are racing to get tattooed before the ink dries on some new restrictions for body art. “I think it’s bogus,” said veteran Marine and current Defense Department worker Adan Yescas. “Tattoo has always been a part of the culture, and I think it’s wrong.” Like many of his buddies, Yescas is still healing from this weekend “Oh, they are rushing, you know, trying to get it done fast, get grandfathered in before they (officers) catch on,” Yescas said.
— Army Tattoo Ban

Dolly Parton's Cosmetic Tattoos

Dolly Parton speaks up about her love tattoos and why she chose to cover her scars with them. Solidifying that tattoos can also be used for cosmetic purposes. The famous country singer recently opened up on the Today show about her ink work. She told the press that most of her tattoos are expressions of love for her husband of over 50 years Dean. Go Dolly!

Dolly Parton has spoken out about her body art. The 68-year-old country singer stopped by the "Today" show Tuesday and discussed the longtime rumors that she secretly has ink covering her breasts and arms, pointed out by Jezebel last week. "People said the other day that the reason you wear sleeves is that you have snake tattoos all over you, and I said, 'No, I don't,'" Parton, who is about to drop her 42nd album, "Blue Smoke," told co-host Savannah Guthrie. "I do have a few little tattoos, but they were mostly done to cover scars because I'm so fair," Parton disclosed ahead of her perfomance on Tuesday morning’s show. "So it started with that, and I'm not really one to have tattoos, but I do have a few and they're not where you can see them." Parton is married to husband Carl Thomas Dean since 1966 and added to Guthrie that most of the tats she does have are for him.

— Dolly Parton Addresses Tattoo Rumors

Saturday, May 10, 2014

H'e'll Take a McDouble with a Side of Ink Please

Stian Ytterdahl has a permanent expression of his love for McDonald's on his left arm and he's "lovin' it". The 18 year old from Norway took the prank issued by his friends to heart and made good on their agreement. He likes the tattoo but wonders if his stance will change in the years to come. Only time will tell. Read more about the McDonald's tattoo that went viral instantly.

"Now I'm a living billboard," he told Romereskes Blad, according to Gawker. "But I think all this is just fun. Maybe it won't be as fun when I'm 50 or 60 years old, but it's my choice." The tattoo, which takes up most of his arm, shows a recent purchase that included a soda, cheeseburger and "nonstop Flurry." A spokeswoman from McDonald's Norway has stated that the teen is "obviously" a "loyal customer." The tattoo parlor also offered to ink the receipt they gave Ytterdahl for the first tattoo on his left arm for free, and he's agreed, according to the Irish Mirror.

— McDonalds Receipt Tattoo

Friday, May 9, 2014

Meet the Architect Behind Inflicting Ink Tattoo

Want to know the culture and story behind Inflicting Ink Tattoo? Meet our owner and creator, Jeff Goyette. Jeff's philosophy on tattooing is different from most: Don't just do the best tattoo for each customer, but educate each one on what to look for in a studio, an artist, the placement of the tattoo, the cleanliness of the skin, after care, and what to expect when the tattoo ages.

Does the 30 is the New 20 Rule Apply to Tattoos?

Tattoos are usually associated with a certain level of coolness and individuality. So what about tattoos in your 30s, 40s and 50s? Are they equally accepted among the middle aged generation? How would you feel about your parents or aunts and uncles getting a tattoo? Would it be a different reaction to your little brother's first tattoo? Paula Mangin allows us into her journey of deciding were right for her or not.

I am very conflicted about the tattoo. Because I'm a fashion and corporate rebel, many are surprised there's not some ink lurking under my R13 Jeans. But the fact is I don't have a tattoo, or multiple piercings (only one hole in each ear, empty, stretched out from those huge hoops of the '80s) or anything permanent, involving needles. 2014-05-01-BLONDEVERONICA.jpg Oddly enough, Jslow is also sans tattoos. I asked her why. "I knew my tastes would change and I couldn't figure out the one thing I'd want to live with forever."

— Are Tattoos Taboo in Middle Age?

Thursday, May 8, 2014

Bridging the Generational Gap of Japanese Tattoos

Japanese tattooing has a whisper of taboo attached. The Japanese American culture of this generation has challenged the past perceptions of Japanese tattooing. As the younger generation continues to embrace the self expression of tattoo art, a bridge of communication is necessary to balance both worlds. An L.A. art museum has taken on the challenge and curated a Japanese Tattoo Art Show to honor and spread the history of Japanese tattooing. This article highlights the show, including an interview with the exhibit's photographer.

The show looks at Japanese tattooing and its ties to ukiuyo-e prints, as well as the practices and relationships of Japanese tattooing in the United States and Japan today. Visitors will see work by artists such as Horitaka, Horitomo, Chris Horishiki Brand, Miyazo, Shige, Junii and Yokohama Horiken. “These are artists who completely devote their lifetime to this craft, which our title is from, gaman. Perseverance is the closest definition of the word gaman, which is the idea of you constantly push and you constantly work and you constantly fight,” said Kip Fulbeck, the designer and photographer of “Perseverance.”

— Japanese Tattoo Art Show Explores the Craft and its Future

Tattooed Love in Bollywood

Tattoos have been tools for self expression for hundreds of years so it's no surprise that Bollywood actors are beginning to use them to express their love interests. Saif Ali Khan, known for his popular Bollywood roles, was the first to boldly display his love for his wife Kareena with a tattoo on his arm. Find out which Bollywood stars are sporting love tattoos...

There are many people who say that getting inked to show your love for your partner is a filmy thing. Well it hold true to some extent as these celebrities in the showbiz often get inked the name of their love in tattoos to express their feelings. Some Bollywood celebrities are not shy or mysterious enough to hide their feelings for their lovers. From Deepika Padukone to Saif Ali Khan, a lot of stars have got inked to show love for their partner. While some were lucky to flaunt it even now, a few tattoos went wrong as the relationship got over unfortunately.

— Bollywood Celebrities Who Show Love Through Tattoos

About Our Tattoo Studio and Artists

Welcome to Inflicting Ink Tattoo. If you're looking for quality tattoo's from experienced artists in a clean, relaxed and professional environment then you have found the right place.

Our staff are professionally trained and come from diverse backgrounds, and they love to be challenged. At Inflicting Ink a tattoo is a special mark for each individual and is given its due respect. If you're in a hurry, you're in the wrong studio.

Inflicting Ink is located in Portsmouth, Rhode Island.
We are open 7 days a week:
Mon-Sat noon to 10
Sun noon to 8

Stop in for a visit or make an appointment by calling 401.683.5680

And check out our state-of-the-art, fully functional and self-contained traveling tattoo truck at: http://inflictinginktravelingtattoo.com/

We also specialize in LASER TATTOO REMOVAL!

Jeff Goyette Bio

Jeff Goyette was born and raised in Massachusetts where tattooing was illegal, and to this day is only allowed on a per community basis, with each community deciding for themselves whether to allow it or not. Jeff still wanted to be a tattoo artist, and so learned his trade and took it on the road with the tattoo tour where he continued his tattoo education through coursework and tour experience.

In 1993 Jeff opened Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio in Portsmouth RI as a way to get out of touring and establish some roots in the community. He has been in this location for 17 years. After a few years in the shop however, he wanted to use his traveling experience to be able to bring tattooing to people who might not have the chance to get to a brick-and-mortar shop.

So he built the Inflicting Ink Traveling Tattoo truck, over 73 feet of truck housing a state of the art, sterile, mobile tattoo facility ~ there is nothing else like it on the planet, literally, as the Guiness Book of World Records has named it the largest tattoo facility in the world, but simply has no category to place it in.

The truck travels to fairs, events, concerts, and even does private parties, drawing large crowds and those who do not have access to a local tattoo studio for their body art. Jeff loves when he can give back to a community, and often simply brings the truck to draw in numbers at charity events whenever possible, whether any tattooing will be done or not.

He and his artists model their work on the belief that a customer should always feel that they have received a quality piece of art, that the work is consistent, and that they can be proud of their tattoo as well as where it came from.