Opinion
What Does Your Next Tattoo Look Like?
Picture this: You’re standing in front of the mirror, shirt off, arm tilted just right. There it is, your next tattoo. Not the rushed “let’s just do something” kind. No. This one feels like it belongs. But what does it look like? More importantly… what does it say about you? Maybe it’s got Main Character…
Read MoreYour Tattoo, But Better
Here’s the thing: What you think you want and what’s actually going to look incredible on your skin… are often not the same. And that’s not a problem. In fact, it’s where the magic happens. In the world of tattooing, there’s a sweet spot where your ideas and your artist’s expertise meet, and it’s pure…
Read MoreCommunication Is a Love Language
Let’s be honest, tattoos are a bit like biltong: everyone has a specific taste, but not everyone knows how to ask for it. Whether it’s your first ink or you’re building a full sleeve, one thing makes all the difference: communication. No, not sending a vague screenshot from Pinterest with the caption “kinda like this?”…
Read MoreTrust Your Tattoo Artist: Why Letting Go Leads to Better Designs
You’ve got a tattoo idea. It’s been brewing since that music festival in Stellenbosch, or maybe from that one heartbreak that hit harder than load-shedding at dinner. You’ve doodled it on receipts, whispered about it to your bestie, and now you’re ready. You march into the tattoo studio, idea in hand, confidence in your step,…
Read MoreWEARABLE ART: THE QUEST TO COLLECT TATTOOS
Some people collect stamps. Others collect comic books, cars or creepy dolls. Some collections take a lifetime to create; some can be bought at the click of a button, and some require effort and patience. Some collections can fetch a small fortune, and some are only of value to the collector. There is, however, one…
Read MoreSUMMER TATTOO TRENDS 2023-2024
Slops or sneakers? Beach or bush? Swimshorts or Speedo? These are important questions summer lovers must ask themselves if they’re looking to have a sizzlin’ season this year. But many of these critical decisions are informed by the latest, largest and loudest, you guessed it – trends. Trends come and go. Some trends last a…
Read MoreMAKING A MARK THIS FESTIVE SEASON 2023: A GIFT THAT LASTS
The festive season is almost upon us! As we wind down for the year and start enjoying the fun in the sun that comes with South African Xmas vibes, it’s always a good idea to get a jump on the Christmas shopping frenzy that we all hate. From struggling with parking to dealing with December…
Read MoreWhat To Wear This Summer With Your Tattoos
Nothing beats the weather, the good vibes or the holiday excitement that comes with the spring and summertime. From longer days and rounding on that end-of-year excitement to the flowers popping up and – you guessed it – showing off this summer with your tattoos. Getting your fashion choices right is one thing. Getting them…
Read MoreSkin Care & Tattoos: True Blue’s Pre-Care Guide
“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I’ll spend the first four sharpening my axe” Now I can guarantee you that old Honest Abe wasn’t talking about preparing yourself for a day in the chair with your friendly neighbourhood tattoo artist, but he sure did hit the nail on the head.…
Read MoreThink Before You Ink
[Edited: October 06, 2023] 7 Essential Pro Advice Tips Before Getting a Tattoo “Think before you act”. “Think before you buy that”. “Think before you drink”. These pearls of wisdom have been with us since childhood. Parents, teachers, friends. Anyone with our best interests at heart has always reminded us to use our brains before…
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