What makes a tattoo good? There are so many factors to think about when getting a tattoo. Placement, color choices, line thickness, aftercare, and design simplicity all factor in to the overall quality of your new ink. There’s a lot of information out there and pictures of tattoos in the internet, but do all of … Read moreHow to Get a Good Tattoo
Tattoos made in variants of just one color have been around since the beginning of tattooing itself. Black was the first color ever used in tattooing as it is known today. In 2015, a body was discovered in glacial ice in the Alps, covered in 61 all black tattoos. This is currently the oldest known … Read moreBlack and Grey Tattoos- The Modern Monochrome
Tattoos have been around for longer than some of us may realize. Frozen bodies have been found displaying tattoos over 5000 years old. 3000 year old mummies have tattooed skin. The tattoos depict religious markings and symbols. While tattoos have played an active role in our world’s history for thousands of years, it took the … Read moreTattoos in the Military and the History of American Traditional.
As one of the founding principles of Diego Tattoo, inclusivity and acceptance is a vital part of our company. This is especially true when it comes to the LGBTQ+ community. Diego Tattoo is LGBTQ+ owned and operated. More than 80% of our staff are part of this community. We believe in creating a safe, inviting, … Read morePride at Diego
(and other nerdy tattoo goodness) Star Wars Day, May 4th, is just around the corner. What better way to commemorate your inner nerd than with a tattoo?! Diego Tattoo Gallery is excited to host a flash event that not only celebrates Star Wars but also embraces other speculative fiction followings like Dr. Who, Star Trek, … Read moreMay the Fourth Be With You