BKK INK Journal
Stories, decisions and guides from a Bangkok tattoo studio · since 2009
How our artists work, why we made the choices we made, and what to know before and after your tattoo. Written by the BKK INK team, with a new story every week.
Latest stories
September 5, 2026
Tattooing Muay Thai World Champions: Our Story
How our Bangkok studio became the tattoo home of Muay Thai and ONE Championship world champions, and why elite athletes trust our hygiene.
September 5, 2026
Why We Switched to Time-Based Tattoo Pricing in 2026
Why our Bangkok studio dropped per-piece tattoo pricing for an hourly rate with a price cap agreed before you sit down. The full reasoning.
September 5, 2026
The Mondial du Tatouage Name Mix-Up That Nearly Lost the Prize
The true story of the name mix-up at the Mondial du Tatouage in Paris when Ball BKK won one of the world's most prestigious…
September 5, 2026
Why Ball BKK Drew 3 Years Before His First Tattoo Machine
The true story of how Ball BKK spent 3 years drawing before tattooing, and why our Bangkok studio still puts draftsmanship before any needle.
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