Skin & Ink Magazine - February 2025: Nikki Simpson, Anchorhead Tattoo (Jonathan "Fud" Gearheart), Ben Riffe, Kiwis N Trees, Nesutopor, Amanda ... Tattoo Classic, Gatekeeping Tattooing Paperback – February 20, 2025

🔥 SKIN & INK – FEBRUARY 2025 🔥This issue is packed with game-changing artists, deep industry insights, and exclusive studio tours—a must-read for every tattoo lover.🎨 INK MASTERPIECE: NIKKI SIMPSON (Pg 22-29) – Ink Master star turned industry icon, Nikki shares her rise, struggles, and passion for tattooing.🏛️ STUDIO TOUR: ANCHORHEAD TATTOO (Pg 36-39) – Star Wars-themed ink paradise! Fud Gearheart (@fudruckus) and his Lucasfilm-licensed crew are making tattoo history.🎭 ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS:🔹 Ben Riffe – Traditional meets modern mastery (@benriffetattoos).🔹 Kiwis N Trees – Fantasy-infused storytelling ink (@kiwis_n_trees).🔹 Nesutopor – Black & gray samurai + realism (@nesutopor).🔹 Amanda Chanfreau – Textiles & fine art in tattoo form (@amandachanfreau).🔹 Hannah Flowers – Art Nouveau-inspired neo-trad (@hannahflowers_tattoos).🔹 Koral Ladna – Ink Master alum, cosmic colors (@koraltattoo).⚡ TATTOO INDUSTRY DEBATE: Should gatekeeping in tattooing end? Top artists sound off on apprenticeships vs. education, licensing, and the future of the craft (Pg 46-51).🎤 CRANBERRY TATTOO CLASSIC (Pg 40-45) – A must-see convention by Tony Urbanek (@tonyurbanek), showcasing the best in tattoo artistry.🔥 Don’t just watch tattoo culture—immerse yourself in it. Grab your copy now!#skinandinkmag #skinandinkmagazine #totalinkmag #totalinkmagazine Read more