Starting a tattoo business takes time and effort, as well as significant capital. As of June, 2010, costs for equipment, leases, insurance and advertising exceeds $30,000.

How to Start a Tattoo Shop. Accepted by mainstream America as an art form, profession and fashion statement in the 1990s, tattooing remains a trendy fashion statement.

While tattoos are a unique, personal decision, there are always some that end up being more popular than others. Recently, tattoo artists have noticed that some of the most popular tattoos are ...