Connor Garritty has over three decades of experience in tattooing. He started in Edmonton, Alberta and is now living and working in Los Angeles, California. Along the way, he has developed his own unique style, which we will get into here. I reached out to Conner Garity to do a short blog post about what he is up to these days. For the last while, I have been seeing some really great videos on his Instagram. When he first started posting videos other than his tattoo work,

heck out a cool visual exhibit on Canadian Tattoo History by Ned Burwell at the Toronto Tattoo Show / NIX 2026. You can catch it during the 26th NIX event from May 1st to 3rd at the MTCC in Downtown Toronto! From its early roots, where tattoos were often associated with maritime culture and the military, to the contemporary era where body art is embraced as a form of personal expression and artistry, the Canadian tattoo landscape has undergone significant transformations.

Celebrating 12 years of the Tattoo Art Charity Auction Dead Things | presented on location at the Toronto Tattoo Show / NIX 2026!

We've compiled a list of favorite tattoo podcasts suggested by tattoo artists and clients alike. Many provide insights into the day to day for both tattoo artists and enthusiasts, including industry interviews, cultural discussions, current tattoo news,

The Epic 26th edition of NIX / the Toronto Tattoo Show is coming this Spring 2026 to Downtown Toronto at the MTCC May 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 2026.

10 questions with tattoo artist Beatroce

Our series of 10 questions with tattoo artists where we like to pay tribute to beloved tattoo veterans of our trade. Many old friends and some new ones! Thank you Azl for letting TattooNews catch up with you!

Our series of 10 questions where we like to pay tribute to beloved tattoo veterans of our trade. Many old friends and some new ones

Our series of 10 questions where we like to pay tribute to beloved tattoo veterans of our trade. Many old friends and some new ones

Our series of 10 questions where we like to pay tribute to beloved tattoo veterans of our trade. Many old friends and some new ones

Our series of 10 questions where we like to pay tribute to beloved tattoo veterans of our trade. Many old friends and some new ones

Meet the legendary and oldest tattoo shop in the nation's capital. Celebrating over 43 years this pioneer in Canadian tattooing still stands strong in the tattoo community with its love all / serve all attitude.

Discover how Rob and his team have cultivated this event into a premier gathering, attracting over 150+ talented tattoo artists from around the globe each year. Learn about the journey, the challenges faced, and the passion and team that keeps the Okanagan Tattoo Show thriving in the tattoo community.​

The Route 66 Fine Line Tattoo shop in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is hosting an art show on Thursday, July 10th, 2025, to celebrate its reopening and raise money for the Tattoo Heritage Project.

Join Patrick Coste from TattooNews for his series of interviews with Tattoo Convention Organizers. This time he sits down with the organizers of the St. John’s Tattoo Convention Dave Munro. This conventions is held annually in North America’s oldest city—St. John’s, Newfoundland. ​

an exhibit on the history of the Toronto Tattoo Show, Canada's oldest and one its most legendary tattoo convention held annually in Toronto Downtown

That Tattoo Show, hosted by Paul and Chris, has reached a milestone as they celebrate their 100th episode. This YouTube series and podcast has captivated audiences with its unique blend of tattoo artistry and engaging conversations on topics that matter.

Renowned for his exceptional artistic skills and black and grey top quality work, Tougas has established himself as a top tattooer, curating and supplying one of the finest selection of tattoo ink in Canada.

Bryan Baker @bakeytattoos, the talented tattoo artist, whose passion for Japanese style tattooing has recently acquired a new business and now operate in the heart of Sarnia, Ontario. This adventure came to fruition when acquired and took over an art framing business operated by the father of a close friend.

Billy DeCola + Solid Ink Scalp Micro Pigmentation Tattoo Ink. Billy DeCola is an American tattoo artist based in Vancouver, BC where he’s called home for the last 10+ years. He owns and operates Studio Kiku which provides various tattoo services including tattooing, laser tattoo removal and scalp micro pigmentation (SMP).