From delicate nostril piercings to dramatic full-sleeve tattoos, the popularity of body art in Austin continues to surge. Like the rest of the country – and most of the world – Texas has embraced the storied tradition of decorated skin. Body art encompasses tattoos, piercing, scarification,...
Ready to get a piercing in Austin? The human anatomy provides an array of locations. Whether you are contemplating having your ear lobes pierced or are ready to explore the latest options for an intimate piercing, body art presents an endless opportunity to decorate your...
Ready to take your relationship to the next level? Nothing says true love like getting some ink together. There are as many ways to show your love with a couple’s tattoo in Austin as there are ways to fall in love. Here are just a...
Just got a cool new Austin tattoo from Platinum Ink? Congratulations! You have made an investment in body art and making sure it stays looking awesome is up to you. Taking care of your new Austin tattoo is not complicated, but it is something that needs...
There are several popular places to get a tattoo in Austin and all of them have pluses and minuses, depending on your lifestyle, future plans and propensity for sun exposure. As you decide where you want your tattoo, here are a few things to keep...
Austin inspires fierce loyalty. Whether you’ve lived here your entire life or just spent an awesome weekend soaking up its unique vibe, this Texas town leaves a mark on everyone who’s been here. There’s no better way to commemorate the impact the capital city has...
After many years spent in the confines of a Catholic household, followed by many more years of repressing such morals, I can confidently say that I think Pope Francis is a baller. He represents a new age of Christianity that I probably won’t be an...
Experts have located the oldest tattoo art in the world on two probably very trendy ancient Egyptian mummies, among which is the oldest tattooed female ever discovered. The only tattooed figure that dates further than these two is the famous iceman Ötzi, who was about...
Everyone knows at least one crazy cat lady. Like vegans, a cat lady will always identify herself to the room. This is because she has zero shame, and why should she? Dog lovers don’t have to justify themselves or their hobbies. As far as I’m...
American Olympian Brittany Bowe is cooler than you, me, and sliced bread combined. The athlete has played numerous sports throughout her life and excelled at them all. She’s won 32 medals for inline speed skating at both junior and senior levels, and took that skill...
