Total Tattoo Magazine Issue 190: March/April 2021

Total Tattoo Magazine Issue 190 is the March/April 2021 edition of the UK’s best-selling tattoo magazine. This digital issue is available as an instant PDF download and brings together interviews, portfolios, news and studio listings.

Inside, readers will find features on well-known tattoo artists, a review of a major new book on tattoo history, and practical guidance on finding studios across the UK.

Book Overview

This issue profiles London tattooist Naresh Bhana, black-and-grey gothic artist Raul Mumia, Italian tattooer Albertino da Bologna, colour-focused artist Alexey Mashkow and rising UK talent Olivia Chell. It also includes a review of Henk Schiffmacher’s book Tattoo 1730s–1970s, a look at tattoo podcasts, and a regional studio directory.

Published by KNT Publishing Ltd, this edition reflects the state of tattooing during the 2021 lockdown, with news on postponed conventions and the community’s response.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• An interview with Naresh Bhana on racism, teaching guitar, and lockdown in London.
• Raul Mumia’s dramatic black-and-grey gothic tattooing.
• Alexey Mashkow’s colour-heavy New York street style.
• Olivia Chell’s beautiful peony work and cover illustration.
• A review of Henk Schiffmacher’s Tattoo 1730s–1970s, published by Taschen.
• Tattoo podcast conversations with Craig Mercer, J P Barlow and others.
• A regional studio directory to help find the best tattoo studios in your area.

Why This Book Matters

Published at a difficult moment for the tattoo industry, this issue documents the impact of the pandemic on conventions and shops, while celebrating the artists who kept working. It also covers important legal debates around copyright and tattoo imagery, making it a useful record of the UK tattoo scene in 2021.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. Access is available immediately after purchase, and the PDF works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile phones and most reading apps.

You can read it on your preferred device at any time, without waiting for delivery.

FAQ

How do I get access after purchase? You can download the PDF instantly after your order is confirmed.

Will I receive a physical copy? No, this is a digital edition only.

Can I read it on my tablet or phone? Yes, the PDF is compatible with Kindle apps and common PDF readers on tablets, phones, and computers.

Download Total Tattoo Magazine Issue 190 today and explore the latest in tattoo art, interviews and studio culture.