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News, insights, and inspiration from the MTS world, covering tattoos, piercings, and body art.

The piercer’s tips on Snake Bites Piercing

28/01/2025

The Snake Bites Piercing is a specific and very bold type of lip piercing, specifically in the lower part of the mouth. It involves two piercings that are well-aligned and correctly spaced from each other and from the center of the lower lip, positioned on both sides of the lip, one on the right and […]

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Dotwork Tattoos: History, Fun Facts, and Characteristics

21/01/2025

When talking about dotwork tattoos, we aren’t referring to a specific tattoo style, but rather a specific technique that can be applied to various genres, projects, and designs. This technique involves using strategically placed dots to build a geometric image, create shading, or give depth to the design. The predominant color in dotwork is black […]

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5 Myths About Blackwork Tattoos Debunked

14/01/2025

When talking about Blackwork Tattoos, we are referring to those tattoos characterized by the exclusive use of black ink, used both to create intense effects and contrasts on designs with little shading, and to achieve solid black. This style comes from afar and originates from ancient tribal traditions, where it was used for very bold […]

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Freehand Tattoo vs. Stencil Tattoo: What Are the Differences?

16/12/2024

In the world of tattooing, there are two radically different approaches to creating a design on the skin. We are talking about: In this article, we will analyze these two approaches, the choice of which generally depends on the type of design, the tattoo artist’s preference, and the client’s requests. The Freehand Technique: Freehand Tattooing […]

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The Influence of Artificial Intelligence in the Tattoo Industry

03/12/2024

Since its widespread adoption, Artificial Intelligence has literally changed the world and transformed the way many sectors, professionals, and businesses operate. This trend hasn’t spared the tattoo industry, where AI has paved the way for new possibilities aimed at improving efficiency, creativity, and precision in tattooing. And while the future is already talking about machines […]

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Learning to tattoo: tips from MTS

11/11/2024

Milano Tattoo School is the most important school specialized in the training of professional tattoo artists, accredited by the Lombardy Region and recognized both in Italy and internationally. With 1,500-hour programs specifically designed for those who want to become tattoo artists and developed through theoretical lessons, lab practice, live demonstrations, workshops, seminars, and internships, it […]

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Tattoo Ethics

18/09/2024

Where have ethics gone today? In an increasingly connected and fast-paced world, it seems that ethics, that deep sense of right and wrong, is losing ground. Today we are constantly bombarded with information, news, and opinions, to the point where distinguishing between good and evil, between right and wrong, becomes increasingly difficult. But why does […]

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Do You Really Know New School Tattoo? Discover Tips from Tattoo Professionals

11/09/2024

The New School tattoo is a style that emerged around the 1970s and 1980s: its origin stems from the influences of the old school Old School tattoos, which dominated the culture until the early 2000s. From that moment, tattoo artists began to reinterpret Old School subjects, enhancing colors, increasing creativity, adding modern pop culture elements, […]

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Calligraphy and Tattooing: The Art of Lettering Tattoo Style

26/08/2024

The world of tattooing has evolved enormously over the years, going beyond simple designs and symbolic images. Among the many forms of artistic expression on the skin, lettering tattoo style has gained popularity thanks to its ability to transform words and phrases into unique works of art. This form of tattooing combines the art of […]

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