Notes from the shop

Discover stunning small tattoo ideas and the best placements for minimalist ink. Get inspired with tips from NYC Tattoo Shop’s artists.

Brooklyn vs Manhattan tattoo scenes compared. Discover the unique vibes, styles, and history of NYC’s two major tattoo hubs.

Complete tattoo aftercare guide from NYC Tattoo Shop. Learn how to heal your new tattoo properly with expert tips from our Brooklyn & Manhattan…

Discover the best tattoo styles for first-timers in NYC. From fine line to traditional, find the perfect style for your first tattoo at our…

COVID-19 has impacted businesses on a global scale since its origins in Wuhan, China, back in November of 2019. Besides the hundreds of thousands…

Tattooing is one of the most rewarding, fulfilling careers that you can have in life. It’s creative and thoughtful, yet busy and fast-paced too.…

Tattooing is an industry surrounded by intrigue and myths. There are plenty of people who fancy becoming a tattoo artist, due to the misconception…

Getting tattooed can be pretty addictive. Trust us, we know. It starts off as just one meaningful tattoo on your wrist, then suddenly you…

New York City is one of the first and most influential aspects in tattoo history. In the 1920s, the Bowery neighborhood became the hub…

American traditional tattoos are one of the most recognizable and iconic style of tattooing, with its bold black lines and saturated color palette, and…

Beginning the tattoo process, whether just for one small piece or for a whole sleeve, is a lengthy procedure and it is important to…