Ep 4. House Hunting

In Miami Ink season 4 episode 4 titled "House Hunting," the crew of the tattoo shop are on a mission to find a new home for the business after their landlord raises the rent to an unreasonable amount.

The episode kicks off with shop owner Ami James and tattoo artist Garver visiting a potential new location for the shop. The space is much larger than their current spot and would allow for a more spacious and organized workplace. Garver and Ami discuss the pros and cons of the new space before deciding to bring the rest of the crew in for their opinions.

The group visits the new location and everyone is excited about the possibilities of the new space. The group discusses potential layout changes and decoration ideas while also expressing their concerns about the neighborhood and whether it will attract enough customers.

Meanwhile, tattoo artist Chris Garver has a busy day at the shop, working on a tattoo for a client who is getting a portrait of his deceased grandfather. Garver expresses his admiration for the client's love and respect for his grandfather and takes great care in executing the tattoo with precision and care.

Later, the shop is visited by a client who is in town for a military reunion. He and his friends have all gotten tattoos together at different shops over the years and decide to continue the tradition by getting tattoos done at Miami Ink.

As the crew prepares to leave for the day, Ami receives a call from their current landlord. Despite their many years of working together, the landlord reveals that he's decided to raise the rent on the current space to an amount that's simply too high for the shop to pay.

With this news, the crew is pushed even harder to find a new home for their business. They visit several additional locations before ultimately deciding on a space that's perfect for them - but not without a bit of last-minute drama.

In the end, the team is able to secure a new home for Miami Ink and is excited to start the process of moving in and getting settled. The episode ends on a high note as the crew shares a celebratory meal together, toasting to their new beginnings.

Overall, season 4 episode 4 of Miami Ink offers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of running a successful tattoo shop in a competitive market. It highlights the importance of finding the right space to work in, as well as the relationships between artists and their clients. Ultimately, the episode is a feel-good reminder that hard work and perseverance can lead to great things.