Enter your Tattoos at the StL Renaissance Fest Tattoo Competition to win $100 Gift Certificate from Steel & Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio

Enter Your Tattoo at the 19th Annual St Louis Renaissance Festival Tattoo Competition!

 Sponsored by Steel & Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio 

      What's better than a Pirate themed weekend dressed as your favorite Captain, Pirate, or Mermaid? What if we were to promise that AND a Tattoo Contest? Enter your Ink this weekend for a chance to win a $100.00 Gift Certificate to 

Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio, located in South County at 3565 Ritz Center, St. Louis MO, 63125. 

     Steel and Ink Studio will be giving away two- First Place prizes of $100.00 Gift Certificate good for any Tattoo, Piercing, Art, Apparel or Gold and Jewelry. Second and Third place prizes given also!  This special in-show event is always a crowd pleaser! Come join us September 23 & 24, 2017 for another exciting Tattoo Competition and a High Seas Adventure theme-filled weekend at the 19th Annual St Louis' own Renaissance Festival, located in Wentzville.

  2577 W Meyer Rd Wentzville, MO, 63386. Rain or Shine!

www.stlrenfest.com

Artist Spotlight: Jay Johnson award winning Tattoo Artist of Steel and Ink Studio

                                 Jay Johnson: Neo-Traditional Tattoo Artist 

                                                            Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio

                                                      3565 Ritz Ctr. St Louis, MO, 63010

                                                           www.steelandinkstudio.com

 Jay was born in St. Louis on a blistery November morning. When he was a child he was always drawn towards art,"I can’t remember a time that art wasn’t important to me!" At the age of 12 he  went into his first tattoo shop and knew from that moment that he wanted to be a Tattoo Artist. Jay Johnson started his apprenticeship in late 2009 and became a licensed Tattoo Artist in 2010. In late 2010 Jay moved to Columbia, MO where he worked with another artist named Bobby Thomas who really helped him to develop a style and push himself to become a better Tattooer. Since Jay became a Tattoo Artist he has had multiple influences in his work from his past as a graffiti artist to bring a graphic nature to a lot of his tattoos. Jay enjoys doing new school and illustrative tattoos. He also has a passion for custom lettering and watercolor inspired tattoos. Jay has been inspired by such artist as Kelly Doty, Tanane Whitfield, and Russell Van Schaick. In 2015 Jay accepted a position at Steel & Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio and adds an unmeasurable influence to the whole crew. Every artist here pushes everyone else to strive for the best possible tattoo that they can achieve.

                

Jay Johnson tattoos Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday Noon till Nine pm. You can reach jay to schedule an appointment at jayjohnson@steelandinkstudio.com or you can call Steel and Ink at 314-892-2828 and our lovely counter girl will get your appointment set-up.

Come get tattooed!

Jay Johnson

I was born in St. Louis on a blistery November morning. When I was a child I was always drawn

towards art. I can’t remember a time that art wasn’t important to me. At the age of 12 I went into my

first tattoo shop and knew from that moment that I wanted to be a tattoo artist. I started my

apprenticeship in late 2009 and became a licensed artist in 2010. In late 2010 I moved to Columbia,

MO where I worked with another artist named Bobby Thomas who really helped me to develop a

style and push myself to become a better tattooer. Since I became a tattoo artist I have had multiple

influences in my work from my past as a graffiti artist to bring a graphic nature to a lot of my tattoos.

I enjoy doing new school and illustrative tattoos. I also have a passion for custom lettering and

watercolor inspired tattoos. I have been inspired by such artist as Kelly Doty, Tanane Whitfield, and

Russell Van Schaick. In 2015 I had the privilege of being offered a position at Steel & Ink Studio and

haven’t been happier. Every artist here pushes everyone else to strive for the best possible tattoo

that they can achieve.

Jay Johnson

I was born in St. Louis on a blistery November morning. When I was a child I was always drawn

towards art. I can’t remember a time that art wasn’t important to me. At the age of 12 I went into my

first tattoo shop and knew from that moment that I wanted to be a tattoo artist. I started my

apprenticeship in late 2009 and became a licensed artist in 2010. In late 2010 I moved to Columbia,

MO where I worked with another artist named Bobby Thomas who really helped me to develop a

style and push myself to become a better tattooer. Since I became a tattoo artist I have had multiple

influences in my work from my past as a graffiti artist to bring a graphic nature to a lot of my tattoos.

I enjoy doing new school and illustrative tattoos. I also have a passion for custom lettering and

watercolor inspired tattoos. I have been inspired by such artist as Kelly Doty, Tanane Whitfield, and

Russell Van Schaick. In 2015 I had the privilege of being offered a position at Steel & Ink Studio and

haven’t been happier. Every artist here pushes everyone else to strive for the best possible tattoo

that they can achieve.

Jay Johnson

I was born in St. Louis on a blistery November morning. When I was a child I was always drawn

towards art. I can’t remember a time that art wasn’t important to me. At the age of 12 I went into my

first tattoo shop and knew from that moment that I wanted to be a tattoo artist. I started my

apprenticeship in late 2009 and became a licensed artist in 2010. In late 2010 I moved to Columbia,

MO where I worked with another artist named Bobby Thomas who really helped me to develop a

style and push myself to become a better tattooer. Since I became a tattoo artist I have had multiple

influences in my work from my past as a graffiti artist to bring a graphic nature to a lot of my tattoos.

I enjoy doing new school and illustrative tattoos. I also have a passion for custom lettering and

watercolor inspired tattoos. I have been inspired by such artist as Kelly Doty, Tanane Whitfield, and

Russell Van Schaick. In 2015 I had the privilege of being offered a position at Steel & Ink Studio and

haven’t been happier. Every artist here pushes everyone else to strive for the best possible tattoo

that they can achieve.

Jay Johnson

I was born in St. Louis on a blistery November morning. When I was a child I was always drawn

towards art. I can’t remember a time that art wasn’t important to me. At the age of 12 I went into my

first tattoo shop and knew from that moment that I wanted to be a tattoo artist. I started my

apprenticeship in late 2009 and became a licensed artist in 2010. In late 2010 I moved to Columbia,

MO where I worked with another artist named Bobby Thomas who really helped me to develop a

style and push myself to become a better tattooer. Since I became a tattoo artist I have had multiple

influences in my work from my past as a graffiti artist to bring a graphic nature to a lot of my tattoos.

I enjoy doing new school and illustrative tattoos. I also have a passion for custom lettering and

watercolor inspired tattoos. I have been inspired by such artist as Kelly Doty, Tanane Whitfield, and

Russell Van Schaick. In 2015 I had the privilege of being offered a position at Steel & Ink Studio and

haven’t been happier. Every artist here pushes everyone else to strive for the best possible tattoo

that they can achieve.

Tattoo Aftercare-How to Care for your New Tattoo

Tips To Care For Your Tattoos

 So you have found the right tattoo artist for your new tattoo, sat through the pain, and now have the tattoo of your dreams. What's next? Time to ensure that your new tattoo stays beautiful!

Caring for your new tattoo is your responsibility from the very moment that you get out of your tattoo artist chair, until you die.

Your tattoo's quality and lifespan is imperative to the way you heal out your tattoo. Just look at the tattoo by Jay Johnson of Steel and Ink Studio: Tattoos and Piercings in St Louis, Mo.

Immediate Tattoo Aftercare:

Your Tattoo Artist will most likely have advice on how to care for their particular style of tattooing technique. Listen to your artist first and foremost and if there are issues with healing consult your tattoo artist first.

1. Leave your tattoo covering on your tattoo for at least the first hour after being tattooed. Your artist should instruct you on how long to keep your bandage on the tattoo depending on the type of bandage.You don't want to expose it too early or ruin your clothes with blood and ink!
2. Once you have removed your bandage, make sure to wash your hands with a liquid non-scented antibacterial soap (Dial soap Gold is great). This keeps your tattoo clean and helps you avoid potential infection.
3. After washing your tattoo we suggest letting it air dry then applying a small amount of tattoo aftercare ( Redemption Tattoo Aftercare is great, we think). I cannot caution enough to USE SPARINGLY a thin layer is better than drowning the tattoo and will help you heal faster.
4. After the first couple of days using the Redemption (tattoo aftercare) you can switch to a non scented water based lotion to keep your tattoo from drying out during the healing process.
5. During the first couple weeks of healing it is important to keep tight clothes off of your fresh tattoo to avoid losing ink and scabbing. If you do develop scabs Do Not Pick. or soak your tattoo in water.

  With summer approaching; skin, tattoos and piercings are in our vision everywhere. Summer is also the time of the year to catch all your favorite artist at your local tattoo conventions. Steel and Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio will be attending Kansas City's Villain  Arts Tattoo Convention May 19th - 21st, 2017. This tattoo convention is by far the best in the area,. Join us at the Kansas City Tattoo Convention or come by the studio and get tattooed!

 

Tattoos and Piercings; Your Must-Have's for a Midwest Spring Break

Spring is finally here and that means Steel & Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio is gearing up for "Spring Thaw!"

      "Spring Thaw" is when we bust out of all our winter clothes, put on our tank tops and flip flops so we can start showing our skin and all of the amazing new ink we have collected this winter. We can't forget about showing off all of the hottest new styles of jewelry for spring either.

       Steel & Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio has everything for "Spring Thaw"! From our new custom textured logo tshirts and tank tops to all the fresh, sparkly jewelry offered for 2017! All of your Must-Have's for Spring break!

       Steel & Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio has a full time experienced, licensed professional Body Piercer. We also have 6 experienced and licensed tattoo artist with various styles on staff in St Louis this Spring Break!

All of our piercings include your starter jewelry and a bottle of Briotech, the best aftercare on the market for new piercings. We carry only the highest quality 316LVM surgical grade stainless steel, 23 grade titanium, or 14kt gold jewelry to start your new piercing. Or possibly looking for an upgrade on your current jewelry? Come in and check out our newest line of titanium and 14 kt gold with opal or crystal gemstones. We also are carrying the newest style of septum clickers and a large assortment of helix, industrial or even studs for your ear lobes. Naval jewelry is a must from Steel & Ink Studio, we carry a huge variety from your zodiac to your initials or any size/shape semi precious gemstone.

      No appointment is needed at Steel & Ink Tattoo and Piercing Studio for your new piercing or even a new tattoo, but if needed we can schedule you an appointment for your convenience. Also, for your convenience you can purchase gift cards, apparel or even inquire about a new tattoo on our website at www.steelandinkstudio.com.

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.

Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio of St Louis is at the 19th Annual Philadelphia Villain Arts Tattoo Convention this weekend!

            Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio of St Louis MO is headed to Philly!

     Four of our local artists here at Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio in St. Louis will be headed out to Pennsylvania to the Villain Arts tattoo Convention February 10th-12th at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in downtown Philadelphia. Shop owners Brandie and Shawn Medina will be there with our custom flash and artwork, also tattooing many styles of tattoo art like portraits, floral, traditional color, black and grey reaslism. Also set up will be Jacob DeNoyer, working on some traditional and black and grey tattoos; Jay Johnson will be there for everything new school. Come see us at The Villain Arts Philadelphia Tattoo Convention and take home a custom piece of art from Steel and Ink Tattoo Studio

     If you can't get tattooed at the Philadelphia Tattoo Convention then stop by and pick up one of our custom Steel and Ink t-shirts, hoodies, stickers, or an original art print designed by the tattoo artist of Steel and Ink Studio.

     Since 1976 tattoo conventions have been a great way for artists to showcase their talents, and also a great way to see the world of tattooing up close. The tattoo convention scene has massively changed since 1976, but in 2017 there are even more styles and better ink than ever before.Come by the Pennsylvania  Convention Center and gaze on all the amazing artwork from all over the world and while your there get tattooed!

     Can't make it to Philadelphia? Don't worry, we will still have two tattoo artists holding down the tattoo shop in St. Louis so we'll be open for walk ins all weekend as well. The piercer of Steel and Ink tattoo Studio will also be attending the show , so if you stop by and cannot get your piercing this weekend our amazing Counter Assassin Liz will give you a coupon for $10 off of your next piercing to counteract any inconvenience.