Ink Master
Overview
Top tattoo artists from across the nation face off for a chance to win a grand prize of $100,000 and the coveted title of Ink Master. With the pressure mounting, contestants must impress judges and showcase their artistry on “living canvases,” who willingly offer their skin for permanent ink. Each episode features intense challenges that test creativity and skill, making this elimination competition a high-octane battle of ink and ambition, where only the best will emerge victorious.
Episodes
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1
Fresh Meat
In a thrilling competition, ten of the world's top tattoo artists face off against each other as they tattoo Human Canvases through a series of intens...
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Botched Head Tattoo
When a head tattoo turns into a medical crisis, tensions rise as Heather confronts the judges. Tempers flare in the heat of the moment. Guest Judge To...
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3
Pasties and a Cameltoe
The presence of nude models intensifies the rivalry, leading to a clash between Al and Bili over a new head tattoo. As tensions rise, another artist f...
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4
Ink Disaster Piece
Bili struggles with capturing muscle anatomy in his Photo Realism tattoos, leading to disappointing results, while Heather's artwork unexpectedly catc...
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5
Game On
Tensions rise in the competition as Josh challenges Shane, accusing him of sticking to black and grey ink. Determined to showcase his talent in color,...
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6
Permanent Mistakes
Tattoos are permanent, and so are the blunders! The artists find themselves struggling with significant errors while inking pinup designs on their mod...
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7
Picture Imperfect
A few of the artists still in the competition struggle with their portrait tattoos, misrepresenting key features and delivering disappointing results ...
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8
Ink Master Revealed
In the thrilling season finale, human canvasses put their trust in the remaining artists by allowing them to tattoo whatever they desire on their bodi...
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Tattooing the Dead
A trip to the morgue sets the stage for a fierce showdown among 16 top tattoo artists, all vying for the title of the best. Meanwhile, a group of "tat...
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2
Semi Nude 911
The competition intensifies as semi-nude models raise the stakes, creating an electric atmosphere. Meanwhile, a medical crisis puts one artist's futur...
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3
The 80 Year Old Virgin
A mishandled American flag tattoo and a poorly designed eagle facing the wrong way trigger a heated reaction among veterans, leading to a third artist...
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4
Tattoo Her What?
An intense confrontation brings Sarah to tears as the artists face extreme challenges. One canvas requires a tattoo in a sensitive area, while another...
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5
Trick or Freak
Halloween takes a wild turn as tattoo artists venture into the realm of inner-mouth designs. One artist unexpectedly shares alarming personal news tha...
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6
Half Naked and Fully Loaded
Amidst a backdrop of firearms and a sultry, partially clad pinup model, one artist devises a scheme for payback. Several artists struggle with their p...
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7
Star Wars Forever
The artists are called upon to channel their Jedi skills as they tattoo devoted super-fans with intricate Star Wars designs. In a twist, George Lucas,...
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8
Holy Ink
Tensions rise as the artists form partnerships, leading to both alliances and betrayals. One duo faces the challenge of inking a priest, pushing their...
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9
Buck Off
The artists work diligently to create intricate designs on skin-tight chaps worn by stunning cowgirls. With the stakes high, they aim to win over Nune...
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10
Blowing Chunks
Dave Navarro raises the intensity by handing over his own guitars for the artists to customize during the Flash Challenge. One Human Canvas struggles ...
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11
Better Than Words?
The artists go head-to-head with Oliver in the Flash Challenge. During the portrait challenge, some canvases end up with family members that are barel...
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12
The Bigger They Are
The artists find themselves overwhelmed when the pro-athlete canvases select them. With the sting of tattooing leaving the NFL and MMA stars reeling, ...
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13
Ink Master Live
The artists and their human canvases come face-to-face in a live showdown this season. Viewers’ votes and surprising twists are unveiled, along with...
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Baby Got Back
Sixteen emerging tattoo artists enter the prison setting to showcase their skills. Tatu Baby makes her comeback, and the Human Canvases cast their vot...
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Thrills For Grills
Talented tattoo artists create hauntingly lifelike designs featuring blood, guts, and organs on human canvases. Tensions rise when a betrayal sparks a...
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3
Tattoos And Lace
The flash challenge heats up with revealing lingerie, adding intensity to the competition. A surprising twist puts the Artists in a precarious positio...
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4
Elysium Challenge
As the artists are tasked with building a tattoo machine from the ground up, the result is a series of hilariously misaligned bar code tattoos on thei...
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5
Baby Beat-Down
Tattoo artists take on the challenge of covering significant scars while attempting to outshine Tatu Baby in her specialty—Day of the Dead tattoos. ...
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Animal Instinct
In a thrilling Flash Challenge, the Artists face off with hot models and exotic jungle animals. As they create Asian-inspired tattoos, a disturbing se...
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7
Monumental Mistakes
Tensions rise as the artists get the opportunity to tattoo Dave Navarro. An unexpected contender takes the win in the flash challenge, causing rifts b...
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8
Baby Don't Go
The rivalry intensifies as the Artists take turns tattooing one another. Adding to the tension, last season's contestants return as a fierce group of ...
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9
Skulls And Villains
The Artists switch from living canvases to inanimate ones as they etch designs onto human skulls. While showcasing their skills with impressive DC Com...
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10
Eyes Of The Beholder
The Artists are left emotional as eyelid tattoos prove to be a challenge. Joshua strikes out, prompting Tatu Baby to retaliate. While the Artists focu...
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11
Heroes & Heads
The Artists pay tribute to military heroes aboard the Intrepid aircraft carrier. Following this, they face the challenge of creating intricate tattoos...
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12
Enduring The Pain
In a thrilling tattoo marathon, the final four Artists compete for a chance to reach the Live Finale. An unexpected twist sees all four finalists work...
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13
The Epic Finale
In a thrilling live showdown, the last three Artists face off on their most challenging canvas to date. As America casts their votes to determine whic...
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Earn It!
A fresh group of skilled and fierce Artists discovers that to secure their place in the Ink Master shop, they must tattoo countless canvases in a Conv...
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Bug Out
One contestant reaches a breaking point and decides to exit the competition. Meanwhile, the challenges take a wild turn as live scorpions, tarantulas,...
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3
Tatt Ganged
Clad in bikinis, the twin sisters face the challenge of withstanding the onslaught of ten tattoo artists simultaneously working on them. However, when...
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4
Nude & Tattooed
The Artists find themselves in an uncomfortable situation as they interact with unclothed Canvases. Tensions rise when one Artist betrays the group, i...
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5
X-Men's Hugh Jackman
In a groundbreaking color portrait challenge, The Artists team up with X-Men enthusiasts to bring iconic X-Men characters to life. The ultimate judge ...
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2 on 1 Tat-Astrophe
The Artists are compelled to team up, leading to intense clashes between them. When one Canvas collapses, one Artist decides to step in and take contr...
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Artist Slaughter
Halo overhears some trash talk and decides to take matters into her own hands. Tensions rise as the heartbroken Canvases seek to cover up the tattoos ...
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8
Ink Master Explosion
Kyle reaches his breaking point and unleashes his frustrations on Nunez. The Flash Challenge heats up even more as the Artists incorporate Gunpowder i...
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Fighting Dirty
The Artists create custom mouth grills for champion boxer Brandon Rios. However, a clash with a Canvas leads to chaos. Jay's scheme to eliminate Scott...
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10
Tag Team Tatt
In a shocking turn of events in Ink Master history, the Artists find themselves relying on one another for their survival. One Artist launches an all-...
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11
Karma's a Bitch
A group of artists sets sail on a yacht to get a bird's-eye perspective of the Statue of Liberty, but an unexpected twist sends them into a frenzy. As...
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12
Fight to the Finish
The tattoo artists assist breast cancer survivors by creating meaningful tattoos that empower the women to take back ownership of their bodies. The se...
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13
Ink Master Live
The artists and judges share their thoughts on the season's journey, while the votes from viewers across America are counted. A new "Ink Master" is re...
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Inking With The Enemy
Eighteen competitive tattoo artists are vying for the $100,000 prize and the prestigious Ink Master title. However, they face their ultimate challenge...
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Pin Up Pittfalls
With semi-nude models heating up the competition, a major twist shakes things up. The buff pin-ups turn the critique into a fierce showdown, igniting ...
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Head to Headache
Josh stirs up competition as two artists gain an unprecedented advantage in the contest, leading to a surge in tension with their ruthless tactics.
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4
Geishas Gone Wrong
Tensions run high as rivalries intensify among the artists, pushing them to their limits. The competition takes a personal turn with the skull pick, a...
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Glass On Blast
The artists are challenged to create stunning pieces of art by sandblasting glass, all while navigating the complexities of teamwork. Tensions rise as...
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Cheek To Cheek
In one of the wildest challenges to date, the artists face the daunting task of creating intricate tattoos on the gluteus maximus that must be complet...
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7
Three's A Crowd
The stakes are high as the artists dive into Oliver's area of expertise, and the tension escalates even further when they must collaborate in teams.
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8
Ink My Oosik
The artists find themselves pushed beyond their limits as they tackle the challenging task of scrimshawing walrus penises. One artist completely break...
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9
Virgin Blood
As the selective virgin canvases get tattooed, Jason's nerves start to overwhelm him. The artists face off in a fierce competition, and Josh resorts t...
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10
Cold Blooded
During the flash challenge, the artists experiment with an unconventional medium—blood as their ink. They compete directly against guest judge Tommy...
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11
Up In Smoke
Josh finds himself in hot water after sparking a controversy that threatens his place in the competition. The Artists take on a challenging task, tatt...
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12
Heads Will Roll
The contestants vie for the chance to tattoo NFL star DeAngelo Williams, who is paying tribute to his late mother, a breast cancer victim. The pressur...
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13
Painstaking Portraits
Two artists compete to tattoo identical portraits on different family members. As the competition unfolds, some family members end up with less-than-s...
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14
Firing Squad
With the competition heating up, the artists find themselves in a high-stakes showdown for a coveted spot in the top 4. To secure their place, they mu...
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15
Fight To The Finale
With intense emotions, fiery confrontations, stunning tattoos, and unforgettable blunders, the competition reaches its climax. As the final four Artis...
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16
Ink Live
The last three artists unveil their intricate 35-hour back pieces, igniting tension as all 18 competing artists come back to discuss the rivalries tha...
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Meet Your Maker
In the opening episode of the season, the apprentices face off against their mentors in a fierce competition to showcase their skills and claim the ti...
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Fight or Flight
Oliver Peck's mentor makes a guest appearance as a judge, bringing the heat when the contestants tackle his area of expertise.
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Sink or Swim
The artists face a true test of skill as they collaborate to create stunning underwater ocean scenes on the backs of canvas hands. It's a challenging ...
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Tut for Tat
Teams decorate sarcophagi, while an artist's aggressive depiction of a skull for Egyptian tattoos irritates the others.
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5
Problem Parts
In a stunning display of artistry, nude models are employed to craft breathtaking optical illusions, while a ruthless artist seizes an opportunity for...
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Firing Lines
Tensions run high as the contestants face a daunting elimination challenge that pits them against an iconic figure in the art world. The pressure moun...
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Predator/Prey
In the most outrageous challenge to date, the artists face a daunting task of tattooing four designs on a single canvas, turning them into vibrant wil...
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Composed and Exposed
A groundbreaking tattoo technique challenges the artists, leading to stunning creations as well as unexpected blunders.
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Like a Moth to the Flame
In the Flash Challenge, the artists experiment with fiery techniques in their paintings. Meanwhile, a budding romance between two of the participants ...
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10
Hell on Wheels
Tensions escalate as the artists work on their most significant canvas yet, and one contestant's deceit begins to cast doubt among the others.
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11
Hail Mani
The tattoo artists take on the challenge of inking newcomers to the world of tattoos, focusing on their fingernails for their very first experience.
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12
Slitting Throats
The artists collaborate with guests on a high-pressure challenge, while Chris puts one of the artists to the test, demanding they demonstrate their lo...
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13
Player's Choice
Professional football players take the lead in the elimination tattoo challenge, throwing the artists off their rhythm and strategy.
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14
Active Duty
The artists compete fiercely for a place in the top four as they tackle the challenge of tattooing portraits of active military personnel alongside th...
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15
Go Big Or Go Home
The final four artists compete for a chance to make it to the live finale, but before that can happen, they must endure an intense tattoo marathon.
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16
Master Vs. Apprentice Live
The last three contestants showcase their tattooing skills live for a chance to win $100,000, while previously eliminated artists come back to face of...
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Initiation
The race for the $100,000 prize kicks off as fresh talent faces off in the most challenging Flash Challenge yet. Tensions rise even further with the r...
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One Man's Trash
Tensions flare as the artists dive into a gritty team Flash Challenge, leading to clashes of ego among them. Meanwhile, a familiar face from the past ...
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Salt in the Wound
During the Flash Challenge, the Artists are paired into teams of two, which leaves some feeling frustrated. Meanwhile, a seasoned Artist plots to rega...
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4
The Devil's in the Details
The artists encounter their toughest challenge yet, demanding an unprecedented level of precision. Meanwhile, a seasoned artist makes a comeback, reig...
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5
New School, Old Artist
The contestants unleash a vibrant array of colors in a Flash Challenge centered around contortionist body painting. Meanwhile, a seasoned artist makes...
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Under Pressure
Tensions rise as relationships are put to the test in a gripping Flash Challenge, leading to unexpected partnerships. A seasoned competitor aligns wit...
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Knuckle Sandwich
Tensions rise as alliances shatter in a gripping flash challenge that keeps everyone on edge.
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Breathing Fire
The last seasoned artist shows up, bringing a challenge that tests the judges' patience and pushes them to their limits.
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Sink or Soar
The artists team up to create expansive back pieces, challenging not only their skills with texture but also each other's patience.
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Shipwrecked
The remaining artists find their partnerships put to the test as they are tasked with creating tattoos in groups of three.
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Head in the Game
Tensions rise as the artists face off in a fierce competition, tasked with creating the most bold and striking tattoo imaginable.
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12
Turning the Tables
The dynamics shift as the new artists take control during the elimination tattoo, seeking to settle scores and get back at their rivals.
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13
Revenge Live
The last three contestants unveil two stunning master canvases. Previously eliminated artists come back and face off for the first time since their de...
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Weeding Out The Weak
The judges are relentless as 30 talented artists compete for just 18 coveted places on teams Peck and Nunez.
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The Game Begins
In the initial Flash Challenge, Team Peck and Team Nunez are required to collaborate during a high-pressure tattoo task.
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Ruffled Feathers
Team Nunez is determined to get payback during the upcoming Flash Challenge, while a member of Team Beck unexpectedly turns on their own during the in...
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Put On Your Armor
In the Elimination Tattoo challenge, no artist is out of danger as Team Peck and Team Nunez compete to turn canvases into fierce warriors. The competi...
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Sparks Fly
Team Nunez faces a thrilling Flash Challenge that puts their legibility skills to the test. A fierce rivalry emerges as the female contestants unite a...
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Sticky Situation
In a tense Flash Challenge centered on contrast, Team Peck grapples with internal tensions as they vie for dominance in the competition. An unexpected...
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New School, Old Scars
In an intense Flash Challenge, the artists are tasked with tattooing individuals who have overcome smoking but bear permanent scars as a result.
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Bent Out Of Shape
Tensions rise during the Flash Challenge as contestants face off in a fierce competition to secure the coveted skull pick, requiring them to skillfull...
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Head Games
The artists face a tough challenge as they tackle a particularly sensitive area for tattoos: the head. With pain levels off the charts, everyone invol...
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Like Sand Through The Hour Glass
The artists dive into the nitty-gritty as they work on crafting striking designs for Dodge Chargers.
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11
Duck and Cover Up
During a challenging Flash Challenge, one artist reaches their breaking point while attempting to redesign tramp stamps. The pressure of the task prov...
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Road To The Finale
Dave explores the backgrounds and tactics of the remaining six artists from Team Peck and Team Nuñez, uncovering what drives their creativity and com...
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Heavy Lifting
In a team Flash Challenge, the artists are required to pull their own weight, resulting in a surprising victory.
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Bio-Mechanical Failure
Tensions soar as the artists face their toughest challenge yet, teaming up to transform their canvases into stunning cyborgs.
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15
No One Is Safe
The competition reaches its climax as the final four artists face an intense tattoo marathon, pushing their skills and endurance to the limit.
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Peck Vs. Nuñez Live
The last three contestants showcase their tattooing skills live as they compete for America's votes, while the eliminated artists come back for a tens...
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Fire & Ice
In the season opener, tattooing becomes a competitive team effort as artists from nine of the country's top shops gather to face off for an impressive...
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Crossing the Line
A shocking turn of events disrupts the competition, while a challenging Flash Challenge strains the contestants' relationships.
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Unnatural Disasters
A seasoned artist makes a dramatic comeback, shaking up the competition with their fierce talent. Meanwhile, a challenging Flash Challenge reveals vul...
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Lend Me Your Ear
The challenge escalates as the artists face a rigorous test of their technical skills through individual tattoo assignments. To raise the stakes, not ...
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War and Ink
Tensions run high as several shops clash in a tough elimination tattoo challenge, causing some to lose their cool.
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Get the Flock Outta Here
As the pressure mounts among the teammates, the storefronts begin to fall apart.
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On the Bubble
A notorious veteran from previous competitions makes a dramatic comeback, ready to stir things up in the game.
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Masterpiece Mayhem
During a deeply moving flash challenge, the artists find themselves in tears. Meanwhile, the alliance faces scrutiny as a formidable duo of seasoned v...
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Pin-Up Panic Attack
The Artists struggle to catch a break in a sculptural Flash Challenge. Tensions rise further during the Elimination Tattoo as they confront the notori...
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Drill Baby, Drill
The ultimate veteran shop is back in the ring, vying for the coveted title of Master Shop. The strategic use of skull picks plays a crucial role in ex...
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Grim Inker
The artists feel confident with no flash challenge in sight, believing they have everything under control. However, a shocking twist throws them off b...
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Pit Fall
A grueling elimination tattoo leaves the artists feeling defeated, and an unexpected twist throws them into chaos.
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Sell Out
The artists face a challenge that truly puts the phrase "the customer is always right" to the ultimate test, as they must promote themselves to their ...
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Casting the First Stone
As the competition narrows down to just five shops, the battle for the $200K prize and the title of Master Shop heats up. In a divine Elimination Tatt...
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Marathon to the Finale
The rivalry heats up as the leading four tattoo shops go head-to-head in a marathon challenge, vying for three coveted spots in the live finale. With ...
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Shop Wars Finale
In the exciting live season finale, the last three shops compete fiercely for the grand prize of $200,000 and the prestigious title of Master Shop for...
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Pick Your Side
Three of the finest Ink Masters are back for an exciting new challenge, but this time, they won't be competing solo. Instead, they'll mentor teams com...
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Fill’er Up
The rivalry intensifies as the Masters guide their teams through the inaugural Flash Challenge of season 10, focused on essential skills. While some a...
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Divine Proportion
The Masters go head-to-head to secure their team's future; their proportional skills are challenged as the artists create tattoos inspired by Greek go...
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Step It Up
The coaches take charge during a team-oriented Flash Challenge, where creativity is put to the test through the art of mash-up tattoos.
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Ink On The Dotted Line
The Artists face a challenging test of their precision as they craft stunning pieces using hole punches. Tensions rise when one of the Coaches conside...
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Chin Up
The coaches are put to the test as they must demonstrate their skills by tattooing under the chin during a Master’s Face Off. Meanwhile, the Artists...
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Eye of the Tiger
The group's chemistry faces a significant challenge when a tag team competition disrupts the entire atmosphere of the contest.
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Pane in the Glass
In a high-stakes Flash Challenge focused on glass painting, collaboration becomes crucial as the artists face off. During the Elimination Tattoo round...
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Ink Raider
The competition intensifies as the artists tackle the challenge of tattooing elaborate, colorful hot-air balloons. With a grand prize of $100,000 and ...
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Some Assembly Required
In a thrilling series of Tag Team Tattoo Challenges, collaboration is essential. However, a shocking twist compels one team of artists to betray their...
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11
Quit Buggin' Me
In a micro Masters Face Off, the tiniest tattoos can lead to the biggest upsets for the coaches. During the Elimination Tattoo challenge, one artist t...
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Total Meltdown
The competition intensifies as the artists face a new challenge: creating compositions with melted wax.
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13
Monkey See, Monkey Do
Tensions rise as the artists strive to replicate their coaches' designs, pushing their skills to the limit. In a high-stakes freehand challenge, one c...
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14
No Stain, No Gain
In a gripping Flash Challenge focused on wood staining, one Team makes a significant impression with their contrasting designs, while another Artist s...
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Final Exam
As they vie for a coveted place in the final three, the Artists challenge themselves to their absolute limits during an intense tattoo competition.
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Return of the Masters Finale
With the final three artists and their coaches performing live for the ultimate prize, the previously eliminated contestants come back to weigh in on ...
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Opening Shots
Cleen Rock One and Christian Buckingham, two of the most iconic competitors from Ink Master, are back in action, and they’re ready to lead their tea...
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Not on My Watch
In a thrilling showdown, Team Cleen faces off against Team Christian in a rapid-fire challenge designed to assess their foundational skills. As the ar...
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Right on Target
The teams compete in a tense challenge centered around dominoes, pushing them to their limits. Meanwhile, the elimination tattoo compels the artists t...
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No Wrist, No Reward
Cleen and Christian face off in an intense grudge match to determine which of their teams will be forced to participate in a challenging tattoo elimin...
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That's Gonna Leave a Mark
In a surprise flash challenge, the teams must unleash their creativity using only electrical tape. This unique task sets the stage for a whirlwind of ...
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Fight Your Own Battles
In a fierce test of skill, Teams Christian and Cleen face off to create stunning tattoo designs featuring intense battle scenes. The rivalry heats up ...
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No Wasted Space
The Artists take a backseat, trusting their Coaches as Cleen and Christian engage in a fierce head-to-head competition, each tattooing four Canvases. ...
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Chalk This Way
The competitors dive deep into their creativity, crafting stunning and surreal works of art using sidewalk chalk. The fierce rivalry presses on as the...
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Tipping the Scales
The coaches go head-to-head to protect their contestants from being sent home; mermaid tattoos bring the rivalry into an underwater theme. The competi...
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Put Up or Shut Up
The competition intensifies as the artists face off against the rival coach, challenging their skills and creativity. This rivalry heats up as they vi...
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In Deep Waters
The contestants are tasked with creating an extraordinary piece of art that is entirely invisible for the flash challenge. However, one of the artists...
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Too Hot to Handle
The stakes are high and the tension is palpable as the artists face off in a heated flash challenge. With a chance to win $100,000 and the prestigious...
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13
Who's Got the Power?
As the competition narrows down to just six artists, the stakes have never been higher. The quest for $100,000 and the coveted title of Ink Master rea...
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What Are You Crayon About?
The pressure intensifies as the contestants face a challenge in precision portraiture, leaving no room for error. When one artist falls short, they ar...
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Prelude to a Bloodbath
With just four artists left in the competition, only three will secure a place in the finale, where they will compete for a grand prize of $100,000 an...
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Grudge Match Finale
Christian Buckingham and Cleen Rock One come back to finally resolve their longstanding rivalry. The intense showdown wraps up with the top three arti...
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The Ink Will Speak For Itself
In an exhilarating showdown between the genders, nine men and nine women join forces to compete in a collaborative tattoo challenge, each aiming to sh...
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A Storm Is Brewin'
The judges surprise everyone with an unexpected twist by introducing seasoned veterans Joey Hamilton and Ryan Ashley as coaches for the teams. The con...
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Down to the Wire
Bubba Irwin and Sarah Miller, both seasoned veterans, make their return to lead the men's and women's teams. Meanwhile, the artists demonstrate their ...
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The Hunter & The Hunted
Cam's overconfidence starts to annoy his teammates during a color contrast challenge, prompting the group to unite in an effort to undermine his posit...
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The Art Stands Alone
In a fierce display of individuality, each artist tattoos their chosen design in any style they prefer, all while facing a blind critique from the jud...
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Art of War
The teams face a challenge that tests their consistency as they work to engrave complete suits of armor. Just when they think they have it figured out...
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Sabotage
The artists compete in a challenge that tests their technical skills, and those who fall short must battle to stay in the competition during a tattoo ...
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Pins & No Needles
The judges challenge the artists to demonstrate their grasp of color theory. Meanwhile, two coaches step in to educate the contestants. The competitio...
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Drawing Alliances
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By Accident or By Design
The competition for the coveted grand prize and the title of Ink Master heats up as the judges challenge the artists to showcase their ability to adap...
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Roll of the Dice
The artists end up in a tricky predicament as they face off against the challenging coaches, Josh Payne and Nikki Simpson.
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12
Put Your Ink Where Your Mouth Is
The challenge puts the artists' self-promotion skills to the test, as the canvases take center stage and determine their fate.
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13
Moving Pictures
The remaining six artists face a challenge that tests their precision and skill as they compete for both the cash prize and the coveted title of Ink M...
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14
Unfriendly Fire
In a spirited showdown between the genders, the men's team sets their sights on the women in a captivating portrait challenge.
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15
Step Up or Shut Up
The final four contestants face off in an intense tattoo marathon, vying for a chance to reach the season finale.
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Battle of the Sexes Finale
In the intense "Clash of the Coaches Face Off," seven seasoned artists go head-to-head. As the competition between the sexes reaches its climax, the t...
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Rep Your Region
The artists showcase their home states through tattoos while facing the judges' harsh evaluations. One contestant makes a bold decision that stirs thi...
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Clash of the Collages
The South is determined to come together and bounce back as the teams take on the challenge of creating a postcard mural on a bus's side. Meanwhile, a...
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
As the artists face a grueling tattoo marathon alongside competitors from their hometown, tensions soar within the team. Those who struggle to work to...
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Battle Lines
The teams create elaborate patterns using yarn on outdoor canvases to assess legibility, followed by a more technical challenge where they design sche...
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Out of Your Element
Just when the Teams believe they've grasped the dynamics of the Turf War, an unexpected turn ignites the rivalry, tearing it apart at its foundation.
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Off the Chain
The Turf War reaches new heights of intensity, pushing the Artists to compete fiercely for every edge and ally they can find. As alliances form across...
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Head Spin
The Artists face a whirlwind of chaos in a Team Challenge that leaves them feeling dizzy and overwhelmed. As tensions rise, the Turf War escalates, in...
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Sugar Rush
The Artists are more determined than ever to secure a victory as they take on the challenge of creating vibrant, full-color new school food tattoos. H...
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Artistry on the Line
The contestants face a challenge that puts their artistic skills on display, featuring a beloved theme from Ink Master: pin-up designs.
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Every Artist for Themselves
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From Toast to Toast
The Artists face a daunting challenge as their shading techniques are put to the ultimate test in an incredibly difficult Elimination Tattoo challenge...
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Last Draw
Tensions rise as the Turf War depletes its ranks, pushing the Artists to showcase their adaptability. An alliance plan goes awry, unexpectedly placing...
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There Can Only Be One
The competitors face off in a classic "Ink Master" challenge focused on portraits. Tensions rise when a surprising choice of a skull design puts the t...
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Compose Yourself
Rock legend Dave Navarro takes the helm as host, while tattoo icons Chris Núñez and Oliver Peck serve as judges in this intense competition. A talen...
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Race to the Finish
The journey to the grand finale kicks off with an intense 13-hour tattoo marathon. The artists need to demonstrate not only their stamina but also the...
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Legends Return
Ten legendary artists make their way back to the Ink Master Shop, where they must dive straight into an intense three-round tattoo gauntlet to prove t...
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A Work of Art
As the initial Flash Challenge takes place, the Artists begin to forge new alliances, testing their creativity to the extreme. Following this, they fa...
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Devil's in the Details
In a thrilling Flash Challenge, the Artists are tasked with creating stunning illusions under ultraviolet light, where every nuance is crucial. The ch...
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Match a Master
In a surprising turn of events, four Ink Masters arrive to challenge the Artists and elevate the stakes. The Master of Chaos makes an appearance, turn...
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Master Mash Ups
An unexpected twist intensifies the rivalry among the contestants. The Insane Mash Up challenge pushes the Artists' creative abilities to their limits...
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Up in Flames
In an intense Flash Challenge, the original Artists unite against a shared adversary. As they tackle intricate throat tattoos, the pressure mounts, le...
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Panes of Pressure
In a complex Flash Challenge, the Artists face a test of their composure. With the stakes higher than ever, they tackle intricate Japanese tattoos tha...
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Let the Sparks Fly
Tensions rise during a high-octane Flash Challenge featuring heavy metal themes, and the competition gets fierce as contestants face off in a gripping...
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Finale Part 1
The remaining six Artists face two intense tattoo challenges that will determine who makes it to the Top 4. The introduction of Blind Judging adds a t...
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Finale Part 2
The final showdown features the top four Artists tackling the most challenging tattoo of the entire competition. Their incredible creations spark a fi...
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The New Ink Class
Fifteen talented new artists step into the competition, eager to claim their spot in a tattoo shop. Just as they settle in, a surprising twist transfo...
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Skull & Bones
The inaugural Flash Challenge offers a revealing test for the newly formed teams. During the Elimination Tattoo, a topic that appears simple pushes se...
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Put Me In, Coach!
In the Flash Challenge, the Artists are put to the test as they depend on their Coaches to create artwork for a truly unique Human Canvas. With Elimin...
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Don't Fork It Up
In the Flash Challenge, the artists are tasked with unleashing their imagination to turn a simple object into a detailed sculpture. Meanwhile, during ...
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Teams Transformed
As the competition narrows down to just eight Artists, a surprising reshuffle of teams shakes things up. The judges evaluate the transforming tattoos ...
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Saddle Up, Buttercup
As the new teams join forces for the Flash Challenge, their loyalties come into question. Every single detail matters in the western-themed Eliminatio...
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Fight Fire with Fire
In the Flash Challenge, the Artists struggle to maintain their cool as they face the daunting task of painting with fire. Later, a Science-themed Elim...
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Competition Shattered
In their final Flash Challenge, the top five Artists face intense pressure as they strive to stay composed. A surprising twist during portrait day cha...
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Instant Karma
The leading four Artists challenge their rivals in a bid to secure a place in the finale. However, they should be prepared for some payback, as Karma ...
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Fifteen's Finale
The moment of truth has arrived! The final three Artists unveil their Master Canvas tattoos, while a surprise panel of past Ink Master champions adds ...
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Divide of the Decade
Sixteen new tattoo artists join the competition, split into two teams according to their experience in the craft. Each artist must compete for a place...
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Money Where Your Mouth Is
With the Young Guns Team established, the original contestants are now tasked with competing fiercely for a chance to join their ranks in a grueling d...
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Out of the Box, Onto the Skin
The competition for the $250,000 prize heats up as the Young Guns face off against the OGs for the first time. During the inaugural Flash Challenge, t...
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Inked in Gold
In a creative twist, the teams are tasked with transforming discarded materials into stunning art pieces during the Flash Challenge. Meanwhile, the ar...
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A Sin in Tattooing
In the Flash Challenge, the teams find themselves overwhelmed as they tackle enormous murals, testing their ability to stay focused. The competition f...
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At Your Service
Tattoo artists work on service dogs, but things take an unexpected turn as they compete for a chance to win $250,000 and the coveted title.
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Monsters Ink
Tensions rise among the artists as they face a daunting tattoo challenge that puts their loyalties to the test. The competition intensifies, pushing e...
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Face Your Fears
In a revealing glass painting Flash Challenge, the Artists' true allegiances come to light. With nowhere to conceal their intentions, they face off in...
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Mash Up Mayhem
In an intense showdown leading to the finale, the remaining five Artists go head-to-head with mash-up tattoos. A shocking twist challenges their adapt...
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OGs vs Young Gun
The three finalists unveil their Master Canvas tattoos, bringing back familiar faces for an unexpected twist that catches everyone off guard. An emoti...
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Back to the Drawing Board
The competition for a storefront heats up as artists showcase tattoos of local animals. For a few, it’s time to regroup and rethink their strategies...
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Gut Check
During a team Flash Challenge, the Artists face the unique task of creating artwork using smoke. Applying glitter tattoos on their stomachs proves to ...
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Bottled Up
The Artists face off in the Flash Challenge, aiming to outsmart their rivals. Their skills are pushed to the limit as they create intricate tattoos on...
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Episode 5
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Episode 6
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Episode 7
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Signed, Sealed, Delivered
In the gripping conclusion of the Flash Challenge, the Artists face the daunting task of creating ultra-realistic postage stamp tattoos, testing their...
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Episode 9
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Episode 10
