Here is an article that I found extremely accurate in breaking down the healing stages of a new tattoo. Authority Tattoo is a website which posts an abundance of accurate information , covering all areas of tattooing and body piercing. Please make sure to give it a read. The Healing Stages of a Tattoo : written by Authority Tattoo https://authoritytattoo.com/tattoo-aftercare/ It is a great article which breaks down the healing steps and what to expect. Everything is very accurate, (Except the lotion that they are telling you to use, as your instructions will list , for you to purchase Lubride ..read more

[object Object] Stunning vine tattoos , handpicked by Canadian Tattoo Artist, Bella of Platinum Tattoo in beautiful Kelowna Bc Canada. Whether your looking for a Simple statement… Or an Ornate masterpiece… Vine tattoos make a simple and beautiful statement, as tattoo art. Vine tattoos look absolutely stunning when placed around your collarbone…. and Delicate and mysterious when framing under your breast…. When placed by an experienced tattoo artist, Vine tattoos can give the illusion of curves …. when your thin. and can even make your legs …. appear extra long. Vines are gorgeous as orn ..read more

As professional artists, we don't expect you to be able to draw. And It's also totally ok if you can't find the right words to describe what your vision is. Art is obviously , a very visual thing. Therefore, when speaking with your artist, the best way to explain what you are wanting to have designed, is through photo references. Visual references with photos, screenshots and drawings (even if the drawing is terrible because you can barely draw stick figures ;)) are the best form of communicating your artistic vision. The best thing you can do, to prepare for your consultation with your tatt ..read more

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Tattoos can have a range of different sensations. Bottom line is that tattooing pain is temporary and bearable. Always book your tattoos, from a Licensed and Professional Tattoo Artist. Book now https://www.KelownaTattoo.net/tattoo-consultation-form ..read more

Design your own Custom "Minimalist Flower Girl" Tattoo with this Inspirational Blog post from Award Winning Canadian Tattoo Artist, Bella Owner and Tattoo Artist of Platinum Tattoo In Kelowna, BC, Canada. I’ve created a hand picked selection of my absolute Favorite, and totally stunning "Minimalist Flower Girl" illustrations. This collection of designs will be excellent for you to find inspiration from, should this minimalistic style of tattoo art speak to you. If you love these designs, as much as I do, then I hope you use this curated collection , to build your perfect tattoo. Make sure t ..read more

Written by Award winning Canadian tattoo artist : Bella , Owner and Artist of Platinum Tattoo, in beautiful Kelowna Bc Canada. Tattooing has blown up over the past few years to become exceptionally popular. I read somewhere that 40% of people, now have a tattoo. Thats amazing news for career tattoo artists such as myself, and for the entire art industry. A decade ago, and when I first began tattooing, tattooing was still far from being "mainstream". Tattoo shops were dark, mysterious, and to most members of society, very “scary” places. Tattoo shops were dark and scary places. They were full ..read more

This past summer, I must have tattooed 20 simple minimalist mountain designs. Little mountain tattoos are a great way to commemorate a fun trip to Kelowna with family or friends. They also show off your great love For the outdoors and for nature. As a tattoo artist for the past decade, I'm sure it would be easy to tattoo the same style rose or the same style mountain tattoo, but where is the fun in that?? As well, I'm sure I wouldn't grow very much as an artist. I really enjoy looking over other artists designs. They open my mind to tons of possibilities and design ideas of my own. Here is a l ..read more

collected by Canadian tattoo artist : Bella of Platinum Tattoo, in beautiful Kelowna Bc Canada The new"minimalist" tattoo style is here to stay :) Minimalist tattoos feature clean, crisp, perfectly placed tattoo lines which are bold and meaningful. When designed right and tattooed with a proper technique, minimalist tattoos are guaranteed to stand the test of time and age well in the skin. Personally I am loving the use segmented tattoo lines to represent the planets orbital path around the sun. Do you want a beautiful minimalist solar system tattoo as badly as I do? If so, inbox me today! I ..read more

"I believe that a never-ending pursuit of knowledge, is vital, in order to thrive as a well-rounded and educated person." -Bella , Tattoo Artist: Kelowna Tattoo The tattoo industry is changing rapidly. There are more people now, than ever before, who are booking their first tattoo! And we know you guys have Lots , and LOTS.AND LOTSSS of Questions. teehee!. Well....hey... We can all admit there is a TON of crap on the internet right now! So I totally get you And this is why I'm beginning to compile awesome articles covering "tattoos and "tattooing". Tattoo related articles, which I come acr ..read more