The Tao of Tattoo   Have you ever heard that tattoos are addicting? People say once you get inked for the first time before it is even completed healed you are planning on what to get tattoo to get next. Why is this? Why are tattoos like the potato chips of individualism? “Bet you can’t […] More More

The Pleasure Of Getting Tattooed When we think about getting a new tattooed we inevitably ask ourselves the same questions; What should I get, where should I get it, and of course.. how much is it going to hurt? We fear the pain. And this fear is understandable. It is in our nature as rational […] More More

Mr.Inkwells artist, Ryan Incardone, recently did an interview with SD Voyager magazine. We learn what inspires him and why he loves tattooing. Read more HERE More

10 Best Movie Tattoos Of All Time   Mickey O’Neil in Snatch #10 Brad Pitt’s character in Snatch has some awesome ink, most notably the woman’s face across his chest and upper abdomen. This street boxer has some nice street tattoos. Francis Dolarhyde in Red Dragon #9 This Sick bastard had an equally sick tattoo. […] More

  Every artist has a unique story. Can you briefly walk us through yours?Born and raised in Jacksonville, Fl. I was approached by the Art Institute during my senior year to apply but at the time my Father wouldn’t allow it. So, I went to community college and floundered around until a severe accident almost cost me my life. I...

The 21st Century American Renaissance Do you remember the days when you commemorated all life’s milestones with a trip to your local artist workshop, where you told them your idea for a work of art, and then commissioned a painting? What… You don’t? Of course you don’t, the only people that commissioned paintings were aristocracy […] More

This Friday the 13th we are helping you fight superstition with $77.7 tattoos, take that 13, we saw your measly two digits and raised you three 7’s. Book an appointment Today! Check out the Art that is available for this spooky day!           More

The Ink That Binds At Mr. Inkwells Classy Tattoos we have people from all walks of life come through our door. And, all these people want different tattoos, and each tattoo has a different meaning. Sometimes the simplest tattoo can have the deepest meaning. This past Friday, I was able to watch as the simple […] More

Recently Alison Sipe, of Garden Grove, Ca came into Mr.Inkwells and wanted to get a tattoo to remember an important person in her life. Here is what she decided on and had to say about it… “I decided to get forget me nots in memory of my mom’s boyfriend who recently passed away due to […] More

Interview With Tami Martina Every artist has a unique story. Can you briefly walk us through yours?I was always into art of all kinds, but the one thing that I always was the most interested in and impressed by was body art. From theater makeup to tattoos and everything in between. Body art is my true passion. My interest and...

How To Choose The Best Tattoo For Your First Tattoo Getting your first tattoo is awesome, but you may be asking yourself “What should you get?” “What tattoo will be the best tattoo for me?” Take a breath, don’t worry. Mr. Inkwells is here to help. With a few basics in mind you can make […] More

The Future of Tattoo Shops Has Arrived in Southern California LOS ANGELES,CA–Mr Inkwells– Tattoos have changed a lot over the years, something that was once reserved for only rebels and outlaws has progressed in popularity so much  it is now mainstream. However one thing that hasn’t changed is the “Tattoo Parlor”. Some call them scary… […] More

Charles came in today to get one of his favorite bands ( Linkin Park) album cover inked on his arm by Eddie. This is what he had to say… “One of the First CDs I ever remember listening to was Hybrid Theory by Linkin Park. I vividly remember listening to it on my sisters portable […]