Entries by J Michael Taylor

Trending Tattoos in 2019

July 30, 2019 in /by

Trending Tattoos in 2019 Tattoos are as popular now than at any time in living memory and there are several trending tattoos in 2019. This form of personal art is going to stay with you for the rest of your life, so it’s always worth knowing which trendy tattoos are out there and look at […]

BATG Featured

October 10, 2018 in /by

See what 727area.com has to say about us in their recent articles exploring the top tattoo shops in the Burg! “There’s a connection to art for J.: he has a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts. He’s not about “flash,” but more about having inspiration to draw custom pieces for his clients. When I made my visit, […]

What Am I Getting Tattoo’d?

October 2, 2018 in /by

No Trendy Tattoos, Originality is Key Trendy tattoos are cool one moment and not so cool two to three years down the line. Cliché tattoos like the musical clef, the love heart, dagger, teardrops, crosses, and eagles may look good when they are fresh but you will quickly tire of seeing them and develop tattoo […]

Tipping your Tattoo Artist

September 25, 2018 in /by

Here’s a Tip for You You tip the waiter after good service at a restaurant, or the barber after a haircut you feel good about. Why would you not tip the guy who puts your amazing art on your skin? Let’s say your restaurant tipping starts at about 15%, 20% when you’re feeling at ease […]

How to Pick the Right Tattoo Artist

September 4, 2018 in /by

How to Pick the Right Tattoo Artist When you talk to people who have come down with a case of “tattoo regret,” you’ll often find that the worst mistake they made was the first mistake they made – choosing the wrong tattoo artist. A professional tattooist who is a good fit for you will dissuade […]

Which is best?

May 7, 2018 in /by

Color Tattoos Vs. Black/Grey Tattoo: Which Is Best? Different tattoo artists have different views on color tattoos and black/grey tattoos. Many will swear that black/grey tattoos come out better and never fade. Those who prefer color tattooing say the attention to detail enriches the tattooing experience. You have picked the tattoo design and the artist, […]

The Traditional American Tattoo

April 30, 2018 in /by

The Traditional American Tattoo: What You Should Know The tattoo machine has been around since the 1870s, but the art of the tattoo has been in the Americas for hundreds of years. The art had been practiced by both immigrants and Native Americans for a long time. Tattooing was traditionally associated with sailors (and still […]