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In this month's issue of Total Tattoo magazine, writer Mel Noir discusses the popularity of laser tattoo removal and what this means for the tattoo industry. Mel admits that she has a few poorly done tattoos from her younger days when she wasn't terribly picky in her designs. Up until recently, she just accepted these tattoos and never considered removing them or covering them up. However, with the increasingly popularity of establishments offering tattoo removal, sometimes in the tattoo shop itself, she began to weigh the pros and cons. In its long history, tattoos were known for being permanent. Even...

After four years at High Voltage Tattoo, artist Dan Smith decided to open his own studio located in Tustin, CA called Captured Tattoo. His new appointment only studio opened this past May and he and his fellow artists have been keeping busy doing amazing work. By Dan Smith By Danny Derrick By Kyle Krowell Other artists including Stefano C, Shaun Topper, and Kris Magnotti have shown their support by providing Dan’s shop with original artwork. Dan and his artists are continuing to do incredible work so make sure to book your appointment early, as they are sure to fill up...