NEWS — Tattoo Shop

Hey there, it’s V! I sometimes write the blog here at Studio 21, just reflecting on the year I’ve had since entering the world of “Tattoo Shop Life” as a gatekeeper. It has definitely been a very interesting year, full of exciting new experiences, meeting new people and seeing wonderful work done by all of the artists here at the shop!
Being around artistic individuals on a regular basis really inspires me to continue to create new things, and it is pretty awesome being in an environment where you are always learning something new.
As someone who comes from a family where I am the oldest, I didn’t realize all of my big brothers were going to show up in my life at a tattoo shop! That’s what it feels like working at Studio 21, from the dad jokes, fart jokes and nerf gun wars etc. They sure keep me on my toes! And I can’t forget about my other teammates Staysi and Ashley who are great people to work with, they are fun, reliable, intelligent individuals and together we make a pretty good team!
I think I can speak for everyone at the shop. We are thankful for the friendships we have created here, the connections we have made with people that extend beyond the shop.
We are thankful for each other and our clients especially, the new and old who give us purpose and something to strive for. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us!!!

-Written by Vanessa Torres

After getting a tattoo at Studio 21, especially if it’s your first tattoo, you will definitely get the 101 on tattoo aftercare to make sure you are taking good care of the tattoo especially while it’s still in its healing stage. If you ever have any questions on healing you are always welcome to call us or email us, so that we can assist you with those questions. But aside from taking care of a tattoo while it’s fresh, how about taking care of a tattoo for its life? There are some easy steps and things to consider to take care of your tattoo for the rest of its life to make sure it is always looking fabulous!

First thing, drink plenty of water! Not only is it good for your body, but it keeps your skin looking good and that means, your body’s art canvas as well will be kept moisturized. Second, protect your cool tattoos with sunscreen! Sunscreen is vital for healthy skin, but for tattoos it serves an equally important purpose of keeping your ink from fading in the sun. The more exposure to the sun your tattoo receives, the faster it will fade. Lighter ink will fade faster than darker ink and even though black, dark blue and purple hues may not fade as quickly, they are still compromised by the sun’s rays. Lastly, keep those tattoos moisturized! What is good for the rest of your skin is particularly good for your tattoo. Dry skin can make tattoos look blurred or faded, keeping your skin moisturized is the best thing you can do to keep them fresh for a lifetime. Avoid lotions with additives and fragrances which can dry out your skin, always buy a moisturizer that is right for your age and skin type and apply it daily and that is the 101 for tattoo care for life!

(Tattoos pictured by artist left to right: Alex Moreno, Das Frank, Jake Seeland) Call the shop for appointment if interested)

By Vanessa Torres

Ever wonder what you should do if you’re planning a tattoo while on vacation? Let’s go over the pros and cons and set you up for success on your next vacation in Las Vegas!

Some of the cool things about getting a tattoo is that it makes the whole vacation a memorable experience! It is a great way to celebrate birthdays, bachelor parties, family/friend reunions and more. Many clients at Studio 21 Tattoo Gallery have turned it into yearly traditions with some of our top artists from around the country.

Some of the potential cons on getting a tattoo while on vacation could be the aftercare of a tattoo while on vacation. Pools/Spas or outdoor activities are harmful to a fresh tattoo, therefore you might consider scheduling your tattoo at the end of your trip. Or if you are carrying heavy luggage, while a larger tattoo is healing, it might become super uncomfortable. Las Vegas has numerous tattoo shops where you could get inked, but not all places are safe to get a tattoo from. Do your research and choose a place with a good reputation, choose Studio 21 Tattoo!

Some helpful tips include contacting our shop when you start making travel plans. Search our artists and see if you’d like to work with anyone in particular or we can suggest one for you. When you contact the shop, design, pricing and the time involved will be discussed before you get here to save time while you are here!

Walk-in tattoos may be an option, but are not always available. Walk-in’s are first come first served basis only. Plan your time accordingly.

By Vanessa Torres

We are proud to have Mr. Ryan Cush on our team. A family man with a lot on his plate, Ryan has a beautiful wife named Sarah and four children, Nick, Devan, Mason and Hailey. That’s a lotta mouths to feed there! It’s no wonder Ryan always seems to have his head down working. 

Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Mr. Cush was brought to Las Vegas at a young age so his parents could get away from the extra chilly winters up north. They certainly don’t have to worry about snow any more. Desert life now! Only one or two snows per decade for us desert rats.

Ryan graduated from high school at Mojave High in 2002. He developed a tattoo drawing style while still a student by drawing tattoos for his friends. Guess he was pretty good at it! He played in a ska-punk band for a couple years and decided there was not money in it so he needed a change. Being the multi talented person he is, Ryan found an apprenticeship at Voodoo Tattoo here in Las Vegas and established himself as a respected tattooer in the community. With a number of years tattooing on the strip, Ryan was pleased to join us out here in the suburbs to get away from some of the madness on Las Vegas Boulevard. He really enjoys doing neo traditional style stuff and basically anything with lots of color with the exception of realism.

When asked what his favorite movie was, he said “Big Trouble in Little China!” Guess he really likes Kurt Russell. His favorite band is Mad Caddies. Sounds good to us! Ryan has been a great addition to our staff of outstanding tattoo professionals. So glad to have him with us! Check out his portfolio on the web site. He’s here for your next tattoo several days a week. Check him out!

https://studio21tattoo.com/artists/ryan-cush-tattoos/

Staysi is a bona fide born and raised Las Vegas native. She grew up on the west side and is the daughter of a construction company owner so she understands the value of a family owned business. She’s married to a guy named David and together they have two beautiful children, a nine year old daughter, Wynter, an a two year old son, Knox. As a family, these guys love to spend their weekends at Disneyland! Staysi also said she loves doing dishes and laundry. But then, don’t we all?

When she’s not running the show for us here at Studio 21 Tattoo, Staysi enjoys fashion design both as a hobby and vocation. Ms. Lee studied fashion design at U.N.L.V. and F.I.D.M. in Los Angeles. She’s been specializing in retro style wedding dress design for  the past ten years. After designing her own wedding dress she realized she could utilize her skills and talents in providing wedding dresses for those folks that preferred retro dresses to available at the local wedding shops! Her Etsy store is staysileecouture.etsy.com. Check it out. It’s awesome!

It sounds to us like Staysi’s a very busy lady. But Wait! There’s more! She’s also the President of “Luscious Ladies”, a pinup social club. What is a pin up social club you ask? I’m about to tell you! They are an organized group of ladies with around twenty chapters nationwide that provides pin up models for mostly car shows and numerous charity events. The group has their annual meet up at the Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekender at the Orleans Hotel right here in fabulous Las Vegas Nevada!

When asked how she wound up here, Staysi replied, I was already a customer and was following the Studio’s social media when Becki ran an ad for a customer service representative. She applied, and we thought she was perfect and the rest is history!

We couldn’t be happier to have Ms. Lee greeting our customers with her smiling face and positive attitude!