There were too many myths that we needed to debunk in our last blog post so the myth busters here at Gold Coast Tattoos are back it again, dispelling some of the commonly ill-informed ideas about tattoos. Ask anyone who has a tattoo and they will most likely tell you the same as we will, with some of the misinformation coming from those who don’t even have any tatts. Continue reading →

Tattoos have come a long way from their ritualistic tribal beginnings and their association with rebel gangs. Their designs have also changed with the times, with just about any design possible, including a number of subtle tattoos and stylish designs which are increasingly popular with women. But for girls to get tattoo that works for them, there are a few things worth remembering. In today’s blog we give a few suggestions for successful tattoos for the ladies of today to promote some ‘thinking before inking’. Continue reading →

It’s no secret that opinions on tattoos are divided and that they are often the subject of heated discussion with arguments on each side of the fence. However like many things, along with lots of discussion comes misinformation, misconceptions and myths which we’d like to debunk in today’s blog post. When it comes to tattoos the only person you need to please is yourself and we always recommend ‘thinking before inking’ so you get a tattoo for the right reasons and a design that is going continue to be of personal significance.  At Gold Coast Tattoo we tattoo for you, not us, nor anyone else. So before you begin to get swamped by the chatter and noise surrounding the various ‘views on tattoos’ here’s what to remember. Continue reading →

Much like any form of art, styles and designs of tattoos vary widely along with the unique tastes and preferences of the individuals who get them. Similar to paintings which have different influences based from their period in art history; different tattoo designs each have their unique elements and influences from a particular region or period. Our award-winning tattooists here at Gold Coast Tattoos work with a number of tattoo designs and styles based on our customer’s vision and ideas. We are able to design stunning and unique tattoos that fall into distinct categories and styles. In today’s post we outline some of these most popular styles and designs, which remain ever popular options across in the tattooing industry. Continue reading →

Freshly inked and just out of the studio you can’t wait to show the world the work of art that you’re so proud of.  You peel away the gauze, rip off the bandages and expose your tattoo to the brilliant bright lights of day. Understandable – but definitely not advisable, since proper care for your new tattoo in the period directly after inking ensures best results and will not jeopardise the long term appearance of your new ink. In today’s blog post the team at Gold Coast Tattoos would like to share with our readers some care instructions and tips to ensure the best appearance of your new tattoo. Continue reading →