ATTENTION ST. LOUIS!

FRIDAY THE 13TH TATTOO SPECIALS NEXT WEEK!

August is upon us and you know what that means- another Friday the 13th! Here at Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio, we will be running a Friday the 13th tattoo special. There will be 2 artists participating and each will have a flash sheet full of tattoo designs to choose from. Each tattoo will be priced at $13 with a minimum of a $7 tip. No alterations can be made to the designs but we can remove elements. There will be an option of getting the design in color or just in black and gray. The first 40 people to line up will be able to participate in this Friday the 13th special. Our doors will open at 12pm, so make sure to get here early to secure your spot! 

If you’re not able to snag a spot for the Friday the 13th tattoo special, don’t fret! We will have other artists available for normal walk-ins all day. We can’t wait to see you all! 

Black Friday at Steel and Ink Studio : BUY $100.00 -- GET $50.00 FREE

-3 DAY BLACK FRIDAY SALE-

COMING SOON!

We can't believe that Thanksgiving is only two weeks away! As our favorite sale of the year approaches, we wanted to be the first to get you hip on the big things we have in store for Black Friday 2017!

      For 3 days, Steel and Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio, located at 3565 Ritz Ctr., St. Louis, MO 63125 will be having a huge Black Friday Event starting on November 24th and ending November 27th. 

      For every $100.00 Gift Card you purchase in store or online,You will receive a FREE $50.00 to apply toward a custom Tattoo, new Body Piercing, custom logo Apparel and/or any of the 14 kt. Gold, White gold, Titanium or Surgical stainless Steel body jewelry, that can be paired with your favorite semi-precious gemstones such as opals and crystals. 

That means you can get the new tattoo or piercing that you have been wanting all year!  Don't miss out on this "EPIC" Black Friday Event that... 

           "It Only Happens Once A Year!"

Shop in Store or Online @

http://steelandinkstudio.bigcartel.com/

Friday Nov.24th, Saturday Nov.25th & Monday Nov.27th

"Where St.Louis gets Tattooed!"

                          

Win $400.00 in Tattoos and Piercings at MOJO Craft Beer and Music Fest!

  Our crew at Steel and Ink Tattoo & Piercing Studio is proud to announce that we will be sponsoring The 2017 Mojo Craft Beer & Music Festival! The festival takes place on Saturday, August 19th in Jefferson Barracks Park with beer tastings from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and all day music entertainment from bands like Story of The Year, Unwritten Law, The Orwells, and so many others! The festival will have 30+ Local Breweries like Elysian, Goose Island, Odell, etc!

      In addition to our support, we will be hosting a Tattoo and Body Piercing Giveaway! One lucky attendee has the chance to win a $300 tattoo gift certificate towards a new Tattoo from Steel and Ink Tattoo & Piercing Studio. There will also be a chance to win a $100 gift certificate that is redeemable for any Piercing, Alternative Apparel, or Body Jewelry from Steel and Ink Studio! More information on the Tattoo and Body Piercing Giveaway can be found on the Mojo Beer Fest website!

     

 Benefits from the festival go to support the Hope For Young Adults with Cancer Charity, which is an all-volunteer organizations, whose goal is to provide comfort for young adults between 18-40 who have been diagnosed with cancer. Hope For Young Adults with Cancer is one of very few Non-For-Profit Organizations in the U.S.A that focuses on giving direct financial and emotional support to young adults with cancer.

     So come on out on August 19th and join Steel and Ink Tattoo & Piercing Studio, Mojo Craft Beers, and 105.7 The Point to grab some of the best beers St. Louis has to offer, support an amazing charity & enjoy live musical entertainment! See you guys there!

Visit their site for more info & tickets!: https://www.mojobeerfest.com/
Steel & Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio
3565 Ritz Center
St. Louis, MO 63125
"Where St. Louis gets tattooed!" 

Tips and Tricks on how to Avoid a "Tattoo Fail"!

     Recently, I saw a post of a picture of a tattoo collectors "Tattoo Fail" on  social media, which was preceded with all kinds of jokes, laughter and I think even a meme or two. Now all of a sudden, this guy is an internet sensation thanks to his cruel friend that shared the photo and the misspelled phrase on his calf! While some of the comments were funny, I couldn't help but feel for the guy and think about  what he was going to do to fix this permanent "Tattoo Fail". Then my thoughts and heart wondered  about some of the double mastectomy cancer survivors that are getting 3-D Nipple and Areola realistic tattoos. Some of these women are getting tattooed by Surgeons that are not familiar with tattooing, while other women are trusting tattoo artist, who can only see dollar signs and are totally not aware of the technique and skill required for success. Now I get that everyone has a bad day and  tattoo artists' are NO exception to that rule. I just feel like that there are some steps that we can take to ensure a good tattoo. 

      While now your in a rush to go get your tattoo, or to have it removed, repaired or altered , you should totally take a moment to get your bearings and research properly the artist that you are going to approach to do your procedure. Clients that take their time choosing their artist to either create, cover-up or remove their tattoos have a much better experience and a successful result. 

          Here is my best advice I have for all the tattoo enthusiast looking for the perfect tattoo:

• Spellcheck thoroughly before putting on your stencil. The tattoo artist could be focused on the overall design and all of the other aspects of tattooing a bleeding canvas. 
• Research your artist and the studio to ensure their level of skill is appropriate for the procedure
• Know that the dates that you are permanently tattooing on your body are correct 
• Check and make sure that your artist and studio is licensed and insured
• AVOID the "Kitchen Magician"      

 If you follow these simple tips, you will have " no regerts" when you finally get your tattoo! 

  

Disclaimer: None of these tattoos were done at Steel and Ink Studio. I simply googled "Tattoo Fails".                                                                                       

Spring is approaching and Steel & Ink Tattoo Studio STL MO, have some tips to help keep your tattoos from fading.

    Roughly 45 million people in the United States have at least one tattoo, according to the FDA.

      As more of those original young tattoo collectors attain seniority, it's not uncommon to see grandparents, great-grandparents with intricate masterpieces on their anatomy.

      So now your in the studio hearing all the tattoo machines buzzing. You have worked with your tattoo artist to create a meaningful piece of artwork that you are willing to commit to forever, and anxious to wear with pride. 

      A really important aspect of getting tattooed is how it will age. As your tattoo heals and ages the ink will spread under the dermis in the subcutaneous and slightly alter the look of your tattoo. Tattoos will fade overtime no matter what, but the sun's ultraviolet rays will cause them to fade quicker. Other factors that can contribute to tattoos fading is the way the you heal your tattoo. It is important to know how your body heals and to listen to your tattoo artist' aftercare instructions.

To prevent tattoos from dulling, it is necessary to wear sunblock on your tattoos. It is also recommended to use a moisturizer every day to prevent the skin from drying out. Wearing proper clothing that covers the tattoos is an important way to protect tattoos and keep them from fading; darker and tightly woven fabrics are ideal and offer the most protection.

14kt Gold and Titanium Body Jewelry has arrived at Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio, STL MO

         Did you get an awesome new piercing this                                     holiday?

 Bored with your plain starter jewelry? Come in and check out our brand new line of high end body jewelry.

      We only carry the highest quality 316LVM surgical stainless steel; great for people that are sensitive to metals. Looking for something a little fancier? Our brand new solid 14k gold jewelry will do the trick. If you're not into gold, we have a wide variety of opals or titanium jewelry to chose from. From nose rings to barbells we have something for everyone. Still don't see what you're looking for? We are more than happy to order anything for your body jewelry needs!

       Don't forget that spring is right around the corner. Keep your eyes peeled for our exclusive spring break promotion!

      Also, your custom Steel and Ink T-shirts are officially in! Grab your size while we still have them in stock and show support for your favorite local tattoo and body piercing shop!
                  Steel and Ink Studio located at 3565 Ritz Center, St. Louis, MO, 63125

Incredible Black Friday Tattoo savings at Steel & Ink Tattoo Studio, St Louis, MO!

You waited all year—come in and and join our savings frenzy!

Enjoy more time with your friends and family this Thanksgiving weekend. We’ll be open on Black Friday and we’ve got great deals for the clients of Steel and Ink Studio that’s valid any time till November 27, 2016. Give the gift of a free tattoo or body piercing this Christmas from Steel and Ink; buy one of our gift cards for $100 and recieve $50 FREE! Make sure not to miss out on these unbelievable savings. If you're looking for gifts we also have custom textured Steel and Ink logo Hoodies. Last, but not least all of our amazing custom prints will be BOGO (buy one get one free) on Black Friday only! Art prints are a great inexpensive gift to share this holiday season!  Limit one gift card promo per customer.

Tattoos, Culture, Art, Medical...THERAPY?

     What was considered to be delinquent behavior is now considered a genuine experience by popular culture. It is also considered to be an acceptable means of expression and commitment. Society has changed and quite rapidly.

      On a nice day in just about any public place, one can spot a tattoo about every five minutes, from the business man who had a portrait of his daughter put on him, to a young girl with a butterfly on her ankle and even people with extensive tattoo coverage. What is even more interesting is the rise in the number of people who are heavily tattooed and that they come from all different backgrounds. It seems acceptable for a person now to mark their body with something that means something. With all conventional means of remembering something expended, the tattoo is here and has taken its place.
      Tattoos have become therapy, they have become solutions to making people feel better about themselves. Chris Pfouts, the editor of "International Tattoo" magazine said "Many, many people get tattooed at low points in their lives, and the work is therapeutic that way. They feel boxed in, jammed up, unable to force a change anywhere in their lives- so they change the one thing they can for certain, their skin. This is one of the few times when tattooing flips its usual role. In other cases, people are taking what's inside of them, their pain or happiness, and putting it on the outside. Getting tattooed as a last resort method of change takes what is outside- resistance, barriers - and possibly brings it inside, cuts it down to a size where it can be handled and overcome (4)." People have found this in tattooing and because of this it is becoming more and more accepted as more and more people are getting tattooed.
      People get tattoos when they are on vacation with loved ones to remember the moment forever or to mark a moment in their life when something monumental has happened to them. In a world of artificial amusement and products, many people are looking for a genuine experience.

       Also, increasing numbers of people who have serious medical conditions, such as diabetes, are turning to tattooing to identify themselves on the chance a health emergency leaves them unable to communicate, says Saleh Aldasouqi, a diabetes expert from Cape Girardeau, Mo., who will present a report on the topic Friday in Houston at the annual meeting of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists.

      Whatever the reason  Memories, Self Expression , Therapy, Medical or you simply just loved getting tattooed. It is important to talk with your tattoo artist and make sure that there is good communication about the tattoo and the placement. Steel and Ink  Tattoo and Body Piercing Studio of St.Louis Mo gives FREE consultations to every client to ensure that you understand the process of tattooing and we understand exactly what you are wanting. 
Stop by your local St Louis Tattoo shop, Steel and Tattoo and Piercing Studio at 3565 Ritz Center St. Louis Mo and get your FREE consultation for your next tattoo

Brandie Morton of Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio piercing Jeff Burton's Nipple!

                         

Watch the new punishment of REAL Or FAKE with Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio and Jeff Burton from The Rizzuto Show!

Brandie Morton, tattoo artist, body piercer and owner of Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio, STL, MO  piercing the nipple of our friend Jeff Burton from 105.7 The Point's most popular radio morning show in St.Louis MO. 

Listen to the Rizzuto show, featuring Rizzuto, Patrico, Burton, and Moon every weekday morning at 6:30 to get your fill and more. The promise of more is kept, as demonstrated in this video. The Rizzuto morning show is great entertainment and it's hilarious!

Buy T-Shirts: Custom Apparel NOW available at Steel and Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio,St Louis,MO

New Tribal T-Shirt Arrivals! 

Buy your T shirts from Steel and Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio!

Located at 3565 Ritz Center,St. Louis,MO 63125 is fully stocked with streetwear! In addition to great tattoos, we are selling custom apparel.Buy your graphically designed Tshirts for your modern lifestyle!

We are excited to share our new assortment of streetwear with St. Louis. If you are not familiar with Streetwear let us help! STREETWEAR is a distinctive style of street fashion. Rooted in Californian surf and skate culture,but now here in St. Louis, it has grown to encompass elements of Hip Hop fashion, and modern haute couture fashion.

Steel and Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio have stocked our cases with modern and artistically designed clothing for our clients in the St.Louis and surrounding areas. We have a variety of T shirts,hats,stickers and don't forget our large assortment of body jewelry to choose from to support your modern lifestyle. Come by our tattoo studio TODAY and buy your custom clothing to wear this Summer!