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May 2026 Recap - Milwaukee Tattoo Festival Recap: A First Place Trophy, Guest Spots & New Flash

Ellie takes first place at the Milwaukee Tattoo Festival! Plus new flash from Arianna, a Love Gun Tattoo guest spot, and studio news from our NE Portland shop.

What to Know Before Your First Tattoo in Portland

Getting your first tattoo in Portland? Here's everything we tell first-timers at our NE Portland tattoo shop, from picking an artist to healing your new ink.

2026 Evergreen Invitational Recap

Evergreen Invitational Recap: DJ and Ellie pulled off incredible full day sessions in Eugene last month at the Evergreen Tattoo Invitational. Arianna ran the booth sales and had a great time getting to know a ton of new artists at the convention.

Tattoo Giveaway - Winner Announcement

Giveaway - Winner will be announced April 20th

Does Getting a Tattoo Hurt?

Does a tattoo hurt? An honest, placement-by-placement guide to tattoo pain, what affects it, and how to make your session easier — from our Portland tattoo artists.

Rose Face Tattoo - A unique fusion of art and emotion

Enter to Win a $500 Tattoo Credit at Silent Earth Studios

DJ, Ellie, and Arianna are excited to announce a special giveaway for our community: sign up for our monthly newsletter, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $500 tattoo credit that can be used with any of us!

Colorful Goat Tattoo

The Leopard in the Frame

Aftercare with Adhesive Bandages

A comprehensive guide to tattoo aftercare using adhesive bandages, covering what to expect, removal techniques, application of second bandages, and transitioning to regular aftercare routines for optimal healing.

Traditional Tattoo Aftercare: A Day-by-Day Healing Guide

A complete timeline guide to traditional tattoo aftercare methods, detailing the healing process from the first few hours through weeks 2-4, including product recommendations and common mistakes to avoid.