Focusing on reliable, beginner-friendly supplies, you can build a setup that helps you develop your skills with confidence!

Whether you’re opening a new studio or upgrading your existing setup, having the right equipment can help create a workspace that’s comfortable, practical, and built for long tattoo sessions.

We’ve put together this guide to help you find the cartridges that suit your style, your machine, and the way you work.

Wireless tattoo machines have become more popular with artists. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best options for 2026!

At Killer Ink, we focus on natural, cruelty-free solutions formulated with ingredients like clove, aloe vera, lavender and mint. These are designed to help support a more comfortable tattooing experience without overcomplicating your process.

If you’re overwhelmed by the choices of machines available, we’ve created a helpful list of the best tattoo machines for beginners divided into low, mid and high price brackets.

Choosing the right tattoo needle can have a huge impact on the quality of your work. From creating bold outlines and smooth shading to packing colour efficiently, different needle sizes and configurations are designed for different techniques.

Volkan creates a bold tattoo that looks like a polaroid framed painting taped onto the skin – complete with bright brush strokes and striking contrasts. This unique design perfectly showcases his mastery of spraying techniques, layering, and colour packing, giving the tattoo depth, texture, and lasting vibrancy.

While tattoo machines and high-end synthetic skins often steal the spotlight, every professional tattoo artist knows the real foundation of a clean tattoo starts long before the machine is turned on. A reliable tattoo stencil primer is essential for transferring designs cleanly onto skin, locking them in place, and ensuring they last throughout the tattoo process without smudging or fading.

We got to visit Julien, also known as Stabby Places Tattoo, at the Blank Collective in London to watch him create a striking sketch-style anime tattoo.