Ladies: Here’s What Your Tramp Stamp Might be Saying About You…

A new French research study finds that women with tattoos are more likely to be picked up if they have visible body art.

In this study, the men didn’t think the tattoos made a woman more attractive, but they believed she would be a more receptive candidate for their flirtations than a woman without a tattoo.

To read the full article about this tattoo study, please click on the following link:

http://www.psmag.com/blogs/news-blog/she-wants-me-i-can-tell-from-her-tattoo-59494/

If you are having second thoughts about your tramp stamp, or any other tattoo, laser tattoo removal may be an option for you. Contact the experts at Inflicting Ink in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Owner Jeff Goyette and his team of artists and laser technicians provide virtually painless tattoo removal with state of the art Quanta USA lasers. Jeff has pioneered this method of laser tattoo removal and is helping other tattoo shops across the US increase their revenue with his laser tattoo removal training and laser sales.

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.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com

What does your wolf tattoo mean?

Wolf Tattoos

Wolves hold a long history of symbolism associated with cultures, religions, and myths. From the association of the 'lone' wolf to the brother (and sister) hood of the pack, few animals create as much of an emotional response as the wolf.

Although the wolf is largely associated with Native Americans, it was only the hunting tribes who considered wolf a good omen. Agricultural tribes saw the wolf as a predator. Most tribes held the wolf in a position of respect as a valuable guide.

In Norse mythology we see great depictions of the wolf as Fenrir and his children Skoll and Hati. Fenrir grows too large for his bonds and devours Odin according to the myth. He is later stabbed by Odin's son. In similar Norse myths however, Odin had two wolf pets Geri and Freki who were considered good omens.

Even the Bible mentions wolves at least 13 times, and always as signs of greed and destruction, or the perils Christ's followers would face on their paths.

Perhaps the most popular stories about wolves are found in our fairy tales like Little Red Riding Hood, The Three Little Pigs, and The Boy Who Cried Wolf. In each instance, wolf is portrayed as a trickster, or predator, who must not be trusted and must be guarded against at all costs.

Although wolf tattoos have always been quite popular, it is only with modern werewolf stories and cinematic references that the wolf has come to have a more romantic symbolism attached to it.

Visit Inflicting Ink for your wolf tattoo, and remember to subscribe to our blog for more great tattoo meanings.

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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 Process

Tattoos have long been associated with bikers, traveling sideshows, and sailors. A new kind of diversity has permeated this culture however, and now tattoos can be found on every kind of person, in every culture, every career, and almost every home. Even those who would prefer not to have a picture type tattoo will often get cosmetic tattooing done to accent eyebrows, or line lips or eyes.

The tattoo process involves the use of a sterile needle that injects ink into the upper layer of the dermis, beneath the epidermis of the skin - or approximately 1 millimeter below the surface. The needle is typically powered electronically and punctures the skin between 50 and 3,000 times per minute. This is one of the many reasons that a sterile environment is required for tattooing.
The ink is injected into the dermis because that layer is more stable than the epidermis and will ensure that your tattoo will stay there, with minor fading only, for the rest of your life.

That is, unless you decide you'd like it removed. Ask us about tattooing and our virtually painless laser tattoo removal!
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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.

Need a Christmas Gift Idea for Loved Ones?

We all know how tough it can be to pick gifts for those people who 'have it all'. At Inflicting Ink you can make Christmas shopping effortless by getting gift certificates for all the tattoo enthusiasts on your list and let them decide what they want to use it for.

A tattoo gift certificate is the perfect way to give a personal gift that you know won't get returned.

Stop in to Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio in Portsmouth RI and grab a gift certificate for a tattoo, body piercing, or laser tattoo removal. We're here Monday through Saturday 12PM to 10PM, and Sunday 12PM to 8PM.

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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.

Most Tattooed Man Makes Guinness World Records for Sixth Time

We love this stuff… check out the pictures of Lucky Diamond Rich at the link… and if you want to get in the running to challenge him for your own Guinness World Record, contact Inflicting Ink Tattoo at (401) 683-5680.

Geelong tattoo artist holds Guinness World Record as most tattooed man

by Alex Sampson
September 23, 2011
GEELONG tattoo artist Lucky Diamond Rich has inked his name in the Guinness World Record books for the sixth time running.

For the sixth year in a row, he's been listed in the Guiness World Records book as the most tattooed man in the world, the Geelong Advertiser reports.

He has had his entire body (and he means entire) covered in tattoos, not once, but twice.

Lucky said he has never been inhibited in any way by his physical appearance and was told by his parents as a child to do whatever made him happy.

"I've lived like that since I was a little boy and have had a life beyond my wildest dreams,'' he said.

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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.

The Only Way to Become a Tattoo Artist

With the explosion of tattoo reality shows on television, anyone and everyone now believes that they can become a tattoo artist simply by hanging out at a school for a couple weeks and buying the right equipment.

Nothing could be further from the truth. Real tattoo artists begin their careers under the guardianship of a mentor; an experienced licensed tattoo artist who is able to explain and teach the necessary precautions, sterile procedures, business practices, and skills needed to become a responsible, quality, tattoo artist.

It's important to understand that learning how to hold a tattoo machine, and having some drawing skill are not enough to be a real tattoo artist. The real education comes through apprenticing under a reputable and experienced, licensed artist.

The other area where most people feel they may be able to get by on mediocrity, is actual artistic talent and ability. If you are only a so-so artist with a pen, pencil or paint, what makes you believe you'll do any better on human skin? The best tattoo artists have a substantial background in art, be it as an illustrator, painter, or other highly developed artistic talent in these areas.

Something to keep in mind before choosing what you may see as the easier way in a tattoo school is that the shops that will hire you as a tattoo school graduate are few and far between. Even if you do somehow manage to convince an owner to hire you, it will not be as an artist. You will start where everyone starts, as an apprentice learning the real world skills you'll need to be a quality tattoo artist.

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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 Enthusiast and Boston Bruins Ference Beats Suspension

Hats off to Andrew Ference, well-known tattoo enthusiast and member of the Boston Bruins NHL team, for beating any talk of suspension from the team after their Game 7 win in the quarterfinals. A great article regarding the proposed disciplinary action and the findings of NHL senior vice president Mike Murphy follows below.

Andrew Ference not suspended

BOSTON -- Bruins defenseman Andrew Ference will not be suspended for his hit on Canadiens forward Jeff Halpern midway through the third period of Boston's 4-3 overtime win in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinals series.
The NHL held a disciplinary hearing with Ference via phone on Thursday morning and decided the hit wasn't worthy of a suspension.
Mike Murphy, NHL senior vice president of hockey operations, conducted the review.
"During the hearing, Ference stated that this was incidental contact; that he saw his opponent out of the corner of his eye at the last instance and braced for the collision," Murphy said Thursday in a statement. "He further stated that the contact was unintentional. As there was no apparent injury on the play, I have concluded that this incident does not warrant discipline."
Bruins general manager Peter Chiarelli said in a news conference earlier Thursday afternoon that there would be no suspension.
Halpern and Ference collided on a turnover in the Bruins' defensive zone, and Ference's shoulder hit Halpern's head, dropping the Canadiens forward to the ice. A dazed Halpern was helped to the bench but returned to the game later.
Some drew comparisons between that hit and David Steckel's shot on Sidney Crosby in the Winter Classic that went unpunished by the league.
Chiarelli did not reference that hit Thursday but did say he could see why the NHL wanted to at least investigate the hit further to determine if it warranted a suspension.
Chiarelli was asked if he was worried when the hit happened that Ference would be suspended. He said when he first saw the play he thought it was incidental contact, but seeing the replay, he could see why the league was concerned.
"But when you look at the whole play, we turned the puck over at our blue and when that happens, the D are supposed to close off the rim around the wall so he [Ference] had to," Chiarelli said. "He was moving that way and what Andy said was that he just saw the player off his shoulder as he was moving 'cause he's looking up when he saw the turnover, so with his motion and the player's motion, they ran into each other."

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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.

Scratchers Give Tattoo Artists a Bad Name

The article below deals with the unfortunate popularity of underground tattooing, unlicensed tattoo artists, and non-sterile environments. If you are planning to get a tattoo, no matter where you go, please make sure that the artist is licensed, and the facility is sterile – if not for yourself, at least consider that every unlicensed artist who is tattooing you, is also tattooing underage children. In addition, you’re putting your life on the line, literally, and risking exposure to some of the nastiest skin diseases and infections on the planet, not to mention HIV and other blood born viruses.

Think before you ink!

The one place you should never go to get a tattoo

By Dan Wells
OXFORD, OH (FOX19) -
They're part-time tattooing wannabes called "Scratchers." It's a group of people who have taught
themselves the art of "permanent ink." It's growing in popularity and leaving people right here
in the Tri-state with more than just a design on their body.

From the beginning, Steve Cupp - the owner of Vertigo Tattoo in Oxford - has been outspoken
about safe tattooing practices. He's been creating body art since 1997, but what he's seen grow
in popularity lately is just plain shocking.

"You know they will come in with holes in them, puss and all kinds of stuff and they end up
hospitalized," said Cupp.

Steve's talking about the aftermath of "scratching."

"As a general rule we'll get five or six clients a week or so they will come through the door
with something God awful," said Cupp. "As it grows people think they want to be a part of it and
they'll get on the Internet and find a machine and find some needles and with absolutely no
training what so ever start trying to tattoo their friends."

This may sound harmless enough in itself, but Scratchers have been coming under serious attack
by real tattoo artists because the un-trained practice could be deadly.

"There are tons of infections you can get - Hepatitis A, B and C, there's Staph infection there
is MRSA," said Cupp.

Scratchers usually teach themselves how to ink with the help of videos and homemade tattooing
equipment, then those Scratchers put their services out there for un-knowing takers.

Alex Cooper became a victim at 16.

"I talked to one of my friends who I went to school with and he got a tattoo from a guy in a
house and I didn't know the dangers of it so I got one," said Cooper. "Saran wrap on the kitchen
table, no kind of clean substance, basically dry wiping."

"You could be Picasso with a tattoo machine but what your doing is not right," said Doug Paxton,
a professional tattoo artist. "It's always been and up and down phenomenon that it will be a fad
for a couple of years then it goes up and down its always been that way but these other reason
is it's a fast and easy way to make money."

Doug Paxton told us this type of tattooing could literally be the death of a customer if proper
health procedures aren't strictly carried out.

"It's nasty and if it's not taken care of properly, you're going to the hospital or worse," adds
Paxton.

So how popular is a tattoo? The Pew Research Center in January of 2007 said 36 percent of 18-25
year olds have at least one tattoo.

"I feel like I was extremely lucky to not have any of that happen like the mesa or any kind of
staph infection…really," said Cooper.

Professionals say if you're thinking about getting a tattoo make sure the artist follows strict
health and safety precautions with sterilization techniques monitored by health officials. They
say if a studio is run by a professional you're going to see equipment packaged in a protective
pouches that remain sealed until it is opened in front of a customer.

Local health departments regulate tattoo studios in many jurisdictions, which should give the
person getting a tattoo some piece of mind about health risks but you want to do your homework.
Make sure you ask a lot of questions before you decide to let someone put that tattoo design on
your body.

Here are some of the question you should ask.

What are the laws in your city/state on tattooing?

What certifications and/or licenses are required to tattoo legally in your city/state?

What is the procedure of operating an autoclave? what temperature must the autoclave reach
and for how long?

What is a blood-born pathogen and how do you prevent the spread of it, and cross-
contamination?

How do you thoroughly clean and disinfect needles and tubes before autoclaving?

What layer of epidermis of the skin must you not enter to prevent scarring of a tattoo?

What is plasma, and what does the leakage of plasma during a tattoo indicate?

These are only a few of the things that are absolutely necessary for a tattoo artist to know,
and if you can't answer all of these questions with concise understanding, you are not ready to
be a tattoo artist.

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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 Events You Might Have Missed

Or might still have time to catch! We love to share tattoo events from all over the country. Here are a few of our recent favorites.

Tattoo Festival spotlights artistry

By Lynn Peisner
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

The latest trends in tattooing, as well as some ancient techniques, are the big draw at the 15th annual Atlanta Tattoo Festival, where dozens of the world’s most well-known tattoo artists will display and demonstrate their artwork.

In some cases, they may even tattoo you, if you dare.

Highlights from this year’s roster of talent include Pili Mo'o, who is known as the "Tufinga Tatau," or "traditional tatau master," who has traveled from the Canary Islands for live demonstrations of the traditional Marquesian and Polynesian tattoo style.

The three-day event features seminars, vendors and a poolside bikini contest.

New this year is the addition of live music with Six Shot Revival, Kadense, and Killer and the Savage. Other highlights include a book talk and signing with Crazy Philadelphia Eddie, a noted tattoo artist who has chronicled his life in six volumes, beginning with his start at Coney Island, where tattoos cost 50 cents apiece in 1952.

“These are not your everyday tattoos and definitely nothing like the heart with ‘mom’ written on it,” festival director Jennifer Reyes said. “Some artists are so specialized, focusing for example on just underwater sea creatures or mechanical drawings. The tattoos will absolutely blow your mind.”
Ink-N-Iron: Tattoo & Kustom Culture Festival

Hot rods, pin-up girls and tats take center stage this month at the 8th Annual Ink-n-Iron festival on the illustrious Queen Mary. This hellacious happening has something for everyone, from cabaret/burlesque shows and the motorama exhibit to screening of cult movies like Faster Pussycat, Kill! Kill and Drag Strip Girl—and don’t forget the punk rock after-hours karaoke, which is the only kind of song anyone should sing after a day of being thirsty in the sun.

There’ll also be a horde of tattooing to by done by 280 of the best tat artists in the world, as well as ink contests and prizes for best sleeves, chest panel, overall male, overall female and more. But wait, there’s more! While you’re mingling with the corseted pinup girls and muscle guys, rock-a-billy, be bop and punk rock your days and nights away with live music from the incredible Detroit Cobras, The Vandals, The Buzzcocks, Anti-Flagg, Fishbone, The Paladins, The Rev Tones, Fishtank Ensemble and Vicky and the Vengents—to name but a few. It’s the prime summer event for all kittens and daddies, so flip up that pompadour, curl those bangs, supe up the roadster and roll on in and represent. (Jane Mast)

The Atlanta Tattoo Festival is this Weekend

By Ashley Hesseltine
May 2011
Hit the 15th annual event started by Tony Olivas of Sacred Heart Tattoo

Fifteen years ago, Tony Olivas, founder of Sacred Heart Tattoo (of which the original is in Little Five Points) created the Atlanta Tattoo Festival and since then, it's evolved into a weekend that draws thousands of visitors from all over the world.

This Friday through Sunday at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Atlanta-Perimeter Northwest, ink lovers can experience live tattooing from world-class artists, seminars, live music from Southern rock to hip-hop, book signings (Dennis Dwyer and Crazy Philadelphis Eddie), unique vendors, contests, food, drinks, and much more.

And for the first time ever, there will be live tattoo demonstrations of the stunning traditional Marquesian and Polynesian methods by Pili Mo'o, a "traditional tatau master" who's traveling all the way from the Canary Islands for the occasion.

With all that's going on, what is Olivas looking forward to the most?

"Just everybody having a good time!" he said.

That sounds about right.

Atlanta Tattoo Arts Festival 2011: Artist Profiles
Amazing tattoo pictures at the Atlanta Tattoo Arts Festival 2011: Artist Profiles

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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.

How to Tell If You Found a Good Tattoo Artist

The popularity of tattoos continues to be a statement toward everything from culture to fashion. With so many options to choose from, how do you know when you've found a good (great maybe?) tattoo artist that you can stick with?

Read their resume. Most tattoo artists learn in apprentice situations as there are few tattoo schools or schools offering courses in the art form. This apprenticeship should have been under a licensed, professional tattoo artist, with an emphasis on teaching the concepts of sterile procedures and environments. Because tattooing involves contact with blood, tattoo artists need to be highly skilled in the prevention of diseases that can come from blood born pathogens and non-sterile procedures.

Look over their work/portfolio. A good tattoo artist also needs to be a good artist. Let's face it, if all they can do is follow stencils that someone else has made, they will only ever be able to copy the work of others. Tattoo artists that show art degrees on their resumes, or at the very least have a portfolio that showcases their talent as an artist, are much more likely to be able to transform your dream tattoo into a physical reality on your skin.

Walk in for a tattoo consultation with one of our highly skilled, licensed artist at Inflicting Ink Tattoo in Portsmouth RI. We are a sterile tattoo facility licensed to tattoo by the State of Rhode Island. The health and welfare of our clients comes first at Inflicting Ink.
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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 Culture Alive and Well

While it may be difficult for some to accept or realize, the art of tattooing is here to stay. With its long history, steeped in cultural and tribal roots, for those who are tattoo fans, nothing will convince them that the future of tattoos are in any danger at all from non-supporters. Very often, tattoo fans become the people who dedicate their lives to preserving the art form, as well as supporting any efforts by others to do so.

Once taboo, tattoos now the new fashion statement

Kathmandu, May 7 (IANS) When Lokesh Varma, the son of an affluent army family in New Delhi, announced he wanted to forswear his MBA degree and his job with a multinational company to become a tattoo artist, his parents were speechless with horror.

"Tattoos were then thought to be something only sported by low life - bikers, goons and drug addicts," the 27-year-old, manning his tattoo stall at the Nepal Tattoo Convention, the first international tattoo convention held in Kathmandu last month, told IANS.

"My parents thought tattoos were not respectable and tattooing could not be a viable profession accepted by society. But that was before cable television came and changed people's way of thinking."

Varma today runs his tattoo studio, Devilztattooz, with his wife Sanobar. It is a thriving business that imports paints and equipment from abroad - the US and Thailand - with a basic design that could take half an hour, costing Rs.3,000.

"It's more channels like Discovery that bring images of distant different cultures to your home that helped tattoos get social acceptance, more than Angelina Jolie or other tattooed film stars. If you see something every day, there comes a day when you want to try it out too."

Bijay Gurung, a partner at Mohan's Tattoo Inn, the pioneering tattoo studio in Kathmandu that hosted the convention, says tattoos have been an integral part of Asia's indigenous culture. So are piercings.

"The Tharu community, who were the original residents of the Terai plains, tattoo their bodies as part of their ancient culture," says the 37-year-old, who besides tattoos and piercings, also sports blue hair.

When Gurung, the son of a British Army soldier who grew up in Pokhara city, first coloured his hair blue while still in school, the result was traumatic.

"It was in 1992 and I was summoned by the police," he says. "The police chief told me, you have a choice: either cut your hair or we will put you in prison. I thought it was my life and I had the right to dye my hair any colour I wanted. But what can a vulnerable teen do against the system!"

Though forced to do the cops' bidding at that time, Gurung has returned to the same style.

"I am the way I express myself," he says. "We decided to host the convention because we want the world to know that tattoos have been a part of our culture and remove the stigma on them. Also, in the year the Nepal Tourism Board is promoting Nepal as a prime tourist destination, we want to develop our country as a cultural, tattoo destination."

Tattoo artistes from France, Italy, Germany, Thailand and India gathered in an upmarket hotel in Kathmandu for the convention, subtly marking the status change in an adornment once regarded as the hallmark of drug addicts and dreadlocked hippies.

For French tattoo artist Laurent Maina, tattooing is a form of spiritual expression. The 39-year-old from Marseilles does only "Buddhist tattoos", an intricate mesh of divine figures and accompanying holy flora.

Unlike the nude girl tattoos pulp fiction attributed to sailors, clients seek tattoos of the Buddha, Shiva, and even Sai Baba. Holy Tibetan phrases are also in vogue along with lines from the Gita.

But though Bollywood has recently joined the vogue - with stars like Deepika Padukone, Saif Ali Khan and Hrithik Roshan sporting tattoos - the pros say India is still wary of experimenting deeply.

"Indians go for small tattoos - mostly names, tribal art or customised designs," Chitra Kumar Chhetri, whose Yogiz Tattoo Inn opened in Siliguri in 2010, told IANS.

"There are no demands for full-sleeve tattoos and large tattoos on the face. However, we have managed to create a market in eastern India."

The first Yogiz Tattoo Inn opened in Kalimpong in 2005 and gets clients from Kolkata, Assam, Orissa, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh and even Bhutan. This year, a branch is planned in Assam.

Tattoo artists are unanimous that hygiene is essential for the profession.

"We insist on using disposable syringes or sterilised ones for each client to prevent blood-borne diseases like HIV/AIDS and hepatitis," says Varma. "It's not only the client but also the artist who's at risk."

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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.

Laser Tattoo Removal at Inflicting Ink!

Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio is proud to announce the acquisition of a Quanta Q Plus Laser Tattoo machine at its Portsmouth, Rhode Island tattoo studio on East Main Road. The new laser system will allow Inflicting Ink to offer laser tattoo removal to all its clients.

The Quanta Q Plus Laser system uses 15-30 joules of pulse strength, can cover an area up to 6mm, and issues a broader spectrum of light with 3 wavelengths. This wavelength incorporates Ruby for the removal of darker colors like red, orange, black and dark blue, as well as the inclusion of tough to remove green and blue pigments as well.

Jeff Goyette, owner and tattoo artist at Inflicting Ink Tattoo has spent over 10 years conducting research into laser
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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.

Inflicting Ink Tattoo Artists are Highly Recommended

Lots of customers have ideas for full body art pieces, like back pieces and sleeves. When a customer has this kind of work in mind, it is always extremely helpful to have the same tattoo artist available all the way through the design to finish the work. Inflicting Ink's tattoo artists are happy, and work in a friendly, clean and sterile environment. They'll be there to finish your tattoo... like Bill who came into the shop in November...

"Sleeve's coming out great, thanks Stephanie!"

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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.

Female Tattoo Artist for Women's Tattoos

Miriah came in the shop in November of 2010 and was happy to be able to have a female tattoo artist available to do her work...

"I got my tattoo done by Steph... it came out great, and it was nice to have a female to tattoo me... made it more comfortable ....I can't wait to get more done."
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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.

Best Tattoo Artists and Tattoo Studio Say Customers

In November of 2010, Amanda Blue visited for her 9th tattoo from Inflicting Ink...

"I have 8 tattoos from 4 ( Dave, Steph, Lauren and MARC!!) of the artists here and they are all amazing!! I will never go to another place for ink and bring everyone I know here."

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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 Enthusiast Leaves Message for Inflicting Ink

Web surfer leaves compliment for Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio in RI...

"I just happened to come across this site. All of those tattoos are nice as hell man." -Ron

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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.

Tattoos on Minors Gaining Attention by Authorities

Inflicting Ink Tattoo shop in Portsmouth RI will refuse to tattoo any minor under any conditions, and does not support underground tattooing of any kind. We are happy to see the authorities increasing the activity to stop this deadly practice in other states and push consistently for stricter laws and guidelines concerning sterile facilities and tattoo practices, for all tattoo shops in RI.

The following article deals with a situation in Pennsylvania where a minor was tattood by a 28 year old man in his home. The girl was 14 years old. The full article follows below.

Man charged with giving minor a tattoo in Noxen Twp.

By Michael J. Rudolf
November 2, 2010

A 28-year-old man has been charged with giving a tattoo to an underage girl without her parents' consent in Noxen Township.

State police charged Christopher C. Everetts with corruption of minors and illegal tattooing or body piercing. Police listed Everetts' address as the Luzerne County Correctional Facility in Wilkes-Barre.

However, previous criminal records in Luzerne County give his address as Dallas.

According to the police complaint, on April 23 Trooper Robert Kennedy

responded to a home in Noxen Township by the parents of a 14-year-old girl.

The parents said their daughter had tattoos, which she had kept hidden from them for more than two weeks.

When Kennedy interviewed the girl, she said on April 6, she was at a swimming hole along Tannery Street with some friends when Everetts and another person arrived and joined the conversation.

The girl said the subject turned to the tattoos that Everetts had. Everetts offered to give the girl a tattoo for $20, the report says.

The girl ran home, got money, and returned to the swimming hole. She told police she and her sister went with Everetts to a house on Stull Road.

While at the house, the report says, Everetts took out some tattooing equipment and cleaned them. He proceeded to tattoo a four-inch black cross on the back of the girl's neck, and a crescent moon on her hip.

The girl paid Everetts and left.

The girl's sister told police she witnessed Everetts do the tattooing. She said Everetts offered to give her a tattoo as well, but she declined.

Police said they were unable to locate Everetts until Oct. 25, when they were notified that he was incarcerated in Luzerne County.

When Trooper Steven Scoble questioned Everetts, he acknowledged that he gave the girl a tattoo, but disagreed with the amount he was paid, saying he charged the girl $50. Scoble said that without being asked,

Everetts stated that he "had an idea" that the girl was underage, but did not know she was 14.

Everetts was placed in the Wyoming County Correctional Facility in lieu of $15,000 bail.
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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 for Troops at Inflicting Ink in RI

A satisfied soldier gives thanks to Marc for his tattoo...

"Thanks Marc for fitting me in on short notice....it came out better than I imagined. I will be back for more when I get back from the Middle East. Good luck with everything....I will definitely be recommending you to the guys in my unit." -Ryan S

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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.

Champion Rib Tattoo at Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio

Inflicting Ink RI tattoo studio open for all tattoos...

"Cory you need to update your gallery. My "champion" rib tat can be your first pic! I'll be back soon for back shading" -K Champion

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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.

Sterile Tattoo Studio in Portsmouth RI

Our customers all agree, we have the cleanest, most sterile tattoo facility they've ever seen...

"Jeff, you're the greatest! I've referred many friends and family to you because your studio is so clean - and so beautiful and you are such an awesome artist. You are so professional, but yet patient and so personable. You did a fantastic job on my tattoo and everyone in my family!! Will be coming back soon - good luck with your new venture. You'll do wonderful!"

Donna M.

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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.