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  • The Legend of Neil

    Written by

    Rob

    When I saw this photo in the gallery last night I knew that there was only one Neil that would get this scar of the Asmodeus symbol.  Now because this is Neil Chakrabarti, he doesn’t do anything half-assed.  For example, his pull/suspension at Suscon earlier this year was dedicated to his good friend Spliff, who was in a horrible car accident last summer, and we’ve also seen his throat suspension, which should never, ever, be attempted.  Given Neil’s affinity for all things hellbound, getting a symbol of the king of the demons/prince of hell shouldn’t come as a surprise.

    Kcir was the one lucky enough to rip away at Neil’s flesh for what I’m guessing was an extended period of time.  You can see more photos of the scar in Kcir’s portfolio gallery.

  • Walking the lines

    Written by

    Rob

    This foot was made for walking.  It was also made for a generous amount of ink.  It also happens to be attached to a really awesome dude named Alan.  Given how notoriously painful foot tattoos are, the boldness of the black and sharp lines are a testament to both Alan and the artist.

  • Simple movement

    Written by

    Rob

    Mr. Minimalist himself, Gabor Zagyvai, has been busy since the last time we saw one of his tattoos.  Today we’ve got a couple of his newest pieces, both of which deal with movement.  The first, which is entitled “Good-bye Hungary”, really showcases his artistic style when it comes to minimalism.

    The second tattoo, while untitled, is a nice little take on a cheetah in motion.

  • Happy birthday Jim Ward, Happy International Body Piercing Day to the world!

    Written by

    Sean Philips

    I am sure most of you are quite familiar with the “birthday spankings” tradition. For those that are not, it generally works like this; on someone’s birthday they receive one spanking for each year they have lived and occasionally “one to grow on”. However, in some instances, someone reach such levels of greatness and respect that they are able to turn the birthday tradition around. Rather than be spanked themselves, they get to spank someone else, such as this buff young man (Aaron) dressed in a Spiderman get up.

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    In the piercing world, one of the few people deserving of this sort of respect is obviously Jim Ward. His contributions to my industry gave me a career that I have loved for the last 14 years and I, like most others hold him with the utmost of respect. To learn more about the man, the myth, the legend himself, why don’t you pick up the book he wrote that I previously reviewed?

    Also, be damn sure to take a moment to wish, Jim Ward a happy birthday today!

    To forever honor Jim, Barry a long time friend of his and founder of Anatometal has taken the initiative to make his birthday into a world wide holiday , International Body Piercing Day. This holiday may never get a special card section at Hallmark, but if it’s facebook page is any indicator it is certainly catching on in our little world!

  • Countdown to BMEFest 2011

    Written by

    Rob

    It’s almost upon us!  This Saturday marks the beginning of the return of BMEFest.  From Saturday afternoon until Monday evening, BMEHQ is going to be transformed into BMEPARTYHQ.  I got word last night that one of the slip’n’slides is 3 lanes wide, and that the bouncy castles and inflatable obstacle courses are getting prepped.  The pool is opened and ready for swimming and the campsite area has been cleared out.  For those not camping, there are hotels a short drive away near King’s Dominion in Virginia.

    Of course, what’s a BMEFest without suspensions.  Thanks to Cere that’s going to be happening as well!

    There’s so much more planned, so clear up your weekend plans and sign up now!  For those looking to car pool, the event forum has a few people offering rides (myself included), so get in touch with them.

    Now if you can only make it down for one day, then make Sunday that day, as it’ll be the day that most of the events take place.

    Sign up now!

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