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As mentioned in previous posts, summer brings an influx of visitors from all over the world to our shop! It is always such a pleasure to be a part of clients’ travel itineraries, however many clients have also been asking us how to best care for their new tattoos amidst summer activities like swimming, visiting the beach, and being outdoors in the summer heat. Here are some tips on how to look after your piece while enjoying your travels! Avoid direct sun exposure Stay in the

What is minhwa? Minhwa, or Korean folk art, is a style of painting that has historically been done by and for everyday citizens, rather than well-known and formally trained artists. Common subject matter include natural elements such as the sun and moon, mountains, clouds, animals, and flowers. There is also a spiritual element to minhwa, as minhwa paintings were traditionally believed to protect their owners and their families from bad luck. And because minhwa was developed

The start of summer has brought an influx of travellers into Korea. This has been so exciting for our shop, because it means we are constantly meeting clients from all over the world who want to get a tattoo as a lasting memento from their trip. If this is something you’re also thinking of doing, here are some Korean traditional pieces we’ve done to get you inspired! The wonderful thing about traditional Korean norigae and hand fans is that they can include any design element

Highlights of an exciting month for MamaInk both in the shop and overseas It is hard to believe it is already the first week of July. Summer has brought not only warmer weather, but also new clients, new projects, and new ideas. The late spring and early summer went by blur. Here are some of the things we’ve been up to! Continuous learning and growth At the end of May, our co-director Ssab lead a series of lectures on on style, technique, materials, and machinery. These lectu

The MamaInk team recently had the opportunity to attend the Taipei Tattoo Convention in Taiwan. This convention is not only one of the most highly anticipated tattoo events in Asia, but is also an opportunity for artists from all over the continent to connect, explore a diverse range of creative practices, and to stay both inspired and up-to-date on a rapidly evolving industry. The 2026 convention proved to be especially meaningful, as MamaInk was honoured to receive both 1st