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Ink Master (2012 – ...)

2012 • 17 seasons • TV-14
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Ink MasterSeason 1

8 episodes · Jan 17, 2012

The search for America’s top tattoo artist ignited on Spike when *Ink Master* premiered on January 17, 2012. Over eight episodes, culminating in the March 6th finale, viewers witnessed intense competition and incredible artistry as talented artists battled it all out. Rock icon Dave Navarro, of Jane's Addiction fame, steered the show as host and judge alongside renowned tattoo masters Chris Núñez and Oliver Peck. The ultimate prize? A life-changing $100,000, a spread in *Inked* Magazine, and the coveted title of Ink Master.

1. Fresh Meat
Jan 17, 2012 · 42m · 6.8

Ten of the world's most skilled tattoo artists face grueling trials, transforming human bodies into living canvases. Through a series of demanding challenges, they compete for the ultimate prize: a $100,000 reward and the coveted title of I

2. Botched Head Tattoo
Jan 24, 2012 · 42m · 6.5

The competition fractured under the weight of a head tattoo gone wrong, sparking heated exchanges when Heather directly challenged the judges. With Ton Jones presiding as guest judge, a second artist was eliminated, forfeiting their opportu

3. Pasties and a Cameltoe
Jan 31, 2012 · 42m · 6.5

The competition intensified with the arrival of nude models, while a fresh head tattoo ignited a volatile dispute between Al and Bili. A third artist was eliminated, bringing the grand prize of $100,000 closer for the remaining contestants

4. Ink Disaster Piece
Feb 7, 2012 · 42m · 5.0

The pursuit of photo realism in tattooing proved fraught with difficulty for Bili, whose subjects presented challenging muscle structures, while Heather's artistic endeavors met with fiery setbacks. With this latest round, a fourth artist w

5. Game On
Feb 14, 2012 · 42m · 5.0

The competitive spirit sharpened into a fierce edge when Josh challenged Shane's adherence to black and grey. Shane, determined to showcase the full breadth of his abilities, fought to demonstrate his mastery of color and win over the disce

6. Permanent Mistakes
Feb 21, 2012 · 42m · 5.0

A tattoo is a permanent mark, much like the errors we make. Artists in the competition grapple with significant missteps as they bring pin-up designs to life on skin. With another elimination bringing six contestants closer to the grand pri

7. Picture Imperfect
Feb 28, 2012 · 42m · 6.5

A few of the remaining artists falter, their portrait tattoos marred by inaccurate depictions of key features, resulting in disappointing artwork on their subjects. With only four artists left to compete, the ultimate prize – $100,000 and t

8. Ink Master Revealed
Mar 6, 2012 · 42m · 7.0

The season culminated in a pivotal moment: the human canvases, with a trusting willingness, granted the remaining artists complete freedom to adorn their skin. An arduous eighteen hours of tattooing unfolded, punctuated by a startling revel

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