Tattoos have long been a form of self-expression, a way to commemorate significant life events, or simply an art form. However, as people evolve, the ink they once cherished might not align with their current identity or lifestyle. This growing realization has led to an increase in tattoo removal procedures. While it’s often assumed that all tattoos can be removed with similar ease, the truth is more complex. Dark and colored ink tattoos present unique challenges. This article delves into the effectiveness of tattoo removal for these types of tattoos, with a particular focus on the options available in Toronto, ON. Continue reading How Effective Is Tattoo Removal on Dark and Colored Ink Tattoos?→
In Columbus, Ohio, custom tattoos have become a powerful way for people to express their individuality, tell personal stories, or honor significant life events. As an experienced tattoo artist, I can tell you that the beauty of custom tattoos lies in the creativity, uniqueness, and depth they bring to each person’s skin. They go beyond decoration, transforming into symbols of identity, passions, or memories that carry special meaning. Continue reading Custom Tattoos: The Art of Personalizing Your Ink→
Bryan & Michael Voltaggio (All Photos By Anne Raso)
Handsome and talented brothers sporting as many tattoos as members of Motley Crue, Chefs Michael and Bryan Voltaggio first gained national recognition as contestants on Bravo TV’s Top Chef: Las Vegas – my personal favorite season of Top Chef to date. Out of four very charismatic finalists, the competition ended with Michael taking home the title of Top Chef and Bryan finishing a close second to his brother. Sibling rivalry, not kidding! While I confess that I was a total Bryan fan – cheering for him to pull off a victory – it cannot be denied that Michael was a deserving champion. Because let’s face it, these guys can cook. Continue reading The Voltaggio Brothers Take On: Thanksgiving For the Cooking Channel!→
Although it opened way back in November, it took me until yesterday to get to the Flag Art Foundation to check out artist Cary Kwok’s latest show, Obsession – mainly because the gallery’s minimal hours have kept me from getting all the way over to West 25th Street and 11th Avenue on a week day. Thank god that Flag has Saturday hours, because I really would have hated to miss such a fantastic and unusual exhibit!
