Ep 7. Tattoo Yourself

Ink Master: Grudge Match season 1 episode 7, titled "Tattoo Yourself," brings a new twist to the competition. Instead of having the contestants tattoo their canvas, they'll be tasked with tattooing themselves.

The episode opens with the two remaining grudge match artists, Cleen Rock One and Christian Buckingham, discussing the challenge ahead. Both artists are confident in their abilities, but they know that tattooing oneself can be a difficult task.

As the challenge begins, the contestants get to work designing and tattooing on their own bodies. The judges, Dave Navarro, Chris Nunez, and Oliver Peck, observe their progress closely, critiquing each tattoo as it develops.

The first artist to finish their tattoo is Cleen Rock One. His design is a bold, intricate piece featuring a skull with a crown and various decorative elements. The judges are impressed with his attention to detail and use of color, but they note that some of the linework could be smoother.

Christian Buckingham, on the other hand, takes longer to complete his tattoo. His design is a portrait of a woman with flowing hair, and he struggles with getting the proportions just right. However, as he works, he becomes more and more satisfied with the piece.

Once both tattoos are complete, the judges take a closer look at each design. They point out the strengths and weaknesses of each piece, offering both praise and criticism. Ultimately, they must decide which tattoo is the better of the two.

In addition to the main challenge, the episode also features a flash challenge. The artists must each design and tattoo a small piece on a practice skin. The twist? They only have ten minutes to complete the tattoo.

While some of the artists struggle with the time constraint, others embrace the challenge and produce impressive results. The judges are pleased with the overall quality of the tattoos, and they choose a winner based on creativity, execution, and overall design.

As the episode comes to a close, viewers are left with a better understanding of the challenges and obstacles faced by tattoo artists. Tattooing oneself is a difficult task, and it requires a high level of skill and precision. However, with hard work and dedication, even the most challenging design can be brought to life.