Some tattoos come from deep symbolism, others from a spontaneous whim – and then there are the stories written by life (or an apple crate). Today, I’m introducing a project that put a huge grin on my face: Mr. Schneckbert. The Stowaway in the Apple Crate The story behind this tattoo is as likable as they come: my client found

When clients come to my studio Old Dragon Ink with an old tattoo, the concern is usually big: “Dimi, this has to be completely covered with black now, right?” The answer is clearly: No! This current project perfectly shows how we make an old mistake from youth disappear—in this case a faded barbed wire design and a snake—without turning the

Sometimes a story begins with the desire to hide a small youthful indiscretion – and ends in an impressive work of art that covers the entire arm. That’s exactly what happened with this current project at Old Dragon Ink. The Challenge: More Than Just “Tattooing Over It” In the gallery, you can see the before picture: a classic, dark tribal

Picked up your new piece at Old Dragon Ink? Congratulations! To keep the colors vibrant and the lines crisp for years to come, proper aftercare is essential. A tattoo is an investment in your body—and aftercare makes up 50% of the result. In this post, you’ll learn everything about the three most common healing methods and what you need to

Do you know the feeling? You look in the mirror and your gaze always lingers on that one spot. The tattoo that might have been cool years ago – or was already a mistake back then. A faded anchor, a portrait that looks more like an inkblot… Many clients come to our Old Dragon Ink studio in Dinkelsbühl thinking: “There’s