The Journal
Notes from the Chair
Aftercare guides, artist spotlights, and studio news — written between sessions.
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First 72 Hours: A Fresh Tattoo Aftercare Guide
The first three days decide how a tattoo heals. Keep the wrap on for as long as your artist told you, then wash with lukewarm water and an unscented soap — clean…
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Flash Friday Is Back This Month
Every last Friday of the month the flash wall goes up at the counter and red-tagged designs drop to $99. No appointment, first come, first served. This round brings new sheets from…
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Meet Our Newest Resident Artist
Mara Vesh joins the studio after six years in a Lower East Side shop. Her work sits between neo-traditional colour and heavy botanicals, and her flash books fill quickly. She paints a…
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How to Prepare for Your First Session
Sleep well, eat a proper meal an hour before and drink water through the day. Skip alcohol the night before — it thins the blood and makes the session harder for both…