Ink Master
Craziest Client Stories
Season 10 • 12/13/2017
From shocking cover ups to clients getting “excited” while getting inked, every tattoo artist has a terrific tale to tell.

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Interview
02:09
Ink MasterS10 E1
Eliminated Artists Interview: Return of the Masters
Eliminated Artists Interview: Return of the Masters
24 artists came into the shop on Day 1, but only 18 of them earned spots on the Masters’ teams. The judges showed no mercy in their critiques as they eliminated 6 artists at once.
01/09/2018
Interview
01:17
Ink MasterS10 E2
Eliminated Artist Interview: Fill'er Up
Eliminated Artist Interview: Fill'er Up
Garrett may have had the best design on paper, but he definitely also had the wonkiest line work on skin.
01/16/2018
Interview
01:50
Ink MasterS10 E3
Eliminated Artists Interview: Divine Proportion
Eliminated Artists Interview: Divine Proportion
After the Zeus and Hades tattoos got critiqued, the judges left it up to Anthony and DJ to eliminate one artist each from their teams – and boy was it rough.
01/23/2018
Interview
01:32
Ink MasterS10 E4
Eliminated Artists Interview: Step It Up
Eliminated Artists Interview: Step It Up
When the judges questioned the legibility and shading of Matt’s mash up tattoo, it was time to say goodbye after a solid run in the competition.
01/30/2018
Interview
01:45
Ink MasterS10 E5
Eliminated Artist Interview: Ink On The Dotted Line
Eliminated Artist Interview: Ink On The Dotted Line
Trying to tattoo straight lines over razor burned-skin is no easy feat - and Katie knows the feeling. Her canvas’ skin went through so much trauma that while standing across the judges, her work was indefensible.
02/06/2018
Interview
01:35
Ink MasterS10 E6
Eliminated Artist Interview: Chin Up
Eliminated Artist Interview: Chin Up
With not much “undead” detail in his tattoo, Lil’ D’s undead Statue of Liberty missed the challenge and prompted Chris, Dave, and Oliver to vote him out of the competition.
02/13/2018
Interview
01:42
Ink MasterS10 E7
Eliminated Artist Interview: Eye of the Tiger
Eliminated Artist Interview: Eye of the Tiger
Gary went toe-to-toe with top dog Josh Payne and certainly did gave him a run for his money, but the inconsistency in his black & grey tiger tattoo nudged the judges to have him finally close shop.
02/20/2018
Interview
01:41
Ink MasterS10 E8
Eliminated Artist Interview: Pane in the Glass
Eliminated Artist Interview: Pane in the Glass
Overthinking always gets the best of tattoo artists in the competition, and this week Mike Diaz fell victim to his own second-guessing. Luckily, the judges know he can do better, and is a talented artist.
02/27/2018
Interview
01:34
Ink MasterS10 E9
Eliminated Artist Interview: Ink Raider
Eliminated Artist Interview: Ink Raider
Even though Amanda’s technicolor hot air balloon tattoo had weak line work that forced judges to vote her out on, she holds her head high and is proud of how far she has come in the competition.
03/06/2018
Interview
01:28
Ink MasterS10 E10
Eliminated Artist Interview: Some Assembly Required
Eliminated Artist Interview: Some Assembly Required
It wasn’t an easy decision, but when the judges had to determine who failed to meet the challenge of accuracy, it was none other than Fame who was named.
03/13/2018
Interview
01:37
Ink MasterS10 E11
Eliminated Artist Interview: Quit Buggin’ Me
Eliminated Artist Interview: Quit Buggin’ Me
Dave, Oliver, and Chris admitted that none of them really wanted to send Frank home, but his sternum tattoo lacked skilled technical application, and left them no other choice.
03/20/2018
Interview
01:37
Ink MasterS10 E12
Eliminated Artist Interview: Total Meltdown
Eliminated Artist Interview: Total Meltdown
Daniel’s bold and aggressive style was too much for his canvas, leaving him with a negative space tattoo that chewed up the skin and had the judges voting him out of the competition.
03/27/2018
Interview
01:40
Ink MasterS10 E13
Eliminated Artist Interview: Monkey See, Monkey Do
Eliminated Artist Interview: Monkey See, Monkey Do
It was a ferocious battle of free hand tattoos between four artists, and when one artist had to leave the competition, Chris, Dave, and Oliver decided it was Jeremy who had to get the boot.
04/03/2018
Interview
01:47
Ink MasterS10 E14
Eliminated Artist Interview: No Stain, No Gain
Eliminated Artist Interview: No Stain, No Gain
Deanna shot herself in the foot on portrait day, and felt even worse about it as she has a strong portrait background. Regardless, she’s determined to stay driven and see where the future takes her.
04/10/2018
Interview
01:48
Ink MasterS10 E15
Eliminated Artist Interview: Final Exam
Eliminated Artist Interview: Final Exam
Jason’s phenomenal skills with ink got him so far in the competition, but when it came down to choosing the final three for the finale, his final piece did not give the judges a good reason to pick him.
04/17/2018
Exclusive
03:38
Ink MasterS10 E16
The Coaches & Finalists at the Ink Master Season 10 Finale
The Coaches & Finalists at the Ink Master Season 10 Finale
Every drop of ink has brought the coaches and artists this far – and now, they’re ready for the big night! What are their final thoughts before they step on the stage and show America their finest work?
04/24/2018
Exclusive
02:35
Ink MasterS10 E16
Dave Navarro Backstage at the Ink Master Season 10 Finale
Dave Navarro Backstage at the Ink Master Season 10 Finale
Ready for the Ink Master Season 10 Finale? Dave certainly is. Take a walk behind the scenes with the beloved host, hear him crack a few jokes, and watch as he has a final chat with the coaches.
04/24/2018
Exclusive
02:20
Ink MasterS10
Meet the Masters
Meet the Masters
DJ Tambe, Anthony Michaels, and Steve Tefft return to the competition to lead teams of artists to victory. How will each Master guide their team? What do they bring to the table? Let’s find out.
11/28/2017
Exclusive
01:24
Ink MasterS10
The Masters: Where Are They Now?
The Masters: Where Are They Now?
Where has success taken the likes of DJ Tambe, Steve Tefft, and Anthony Michaels? The three Masters discuss life after coming out on top in the competition.
12/05/2017
Exclusive
01:36
Ink MasterS10
Craziest Client Stories
Craziest Client Stories
From shocking cover ups to clients getting “excited” while getting inked, every tattoo artist has a terrific tale to tell.
12/13/2017
Exclusive
01:26
Ink MasterS10
The Masters’ Favorite Elimination Tattoos
The Masters’ Favorite Elimination Tattoos
Every Elimination tattoo has a story. Steve, DJ, and Anthony discuss their favorites during their time in the competition.
12/19/2017
Exclusive
01:00
Ink MasterS10
Ink Master and the Tattoo Industry
Ink Master and the Tattoo Industry
There’s no doubt that Ink Master has had a massive impact on the tattoo industry. And who better to tell us about the changes they’ve seen over the years than this season’s artists?
01/04/2018
Exclusive
01:43
Ink MasterS10
Why I’m The Next Ink Master
Why I’m The Next Ink Master
Is it their skill with the tattoo needle, their drive, or their creativity? The artists from this season of Ink Master discuss how they’re in it to win it.
01/08/2018
Exclusive
01:17
Ink MasterS10
Ink Master: Return of the Masters - Judges Origin
Ink Master: Return of the Masters - Judges Origin
Dave, Chris and Oliver's talents extend far beyond Ink Master judging. Here is how these men became the legends they are today.
01/08/2018
Exclusive
03:05
Ink MasterS10
Meet the Artists of Ink Master: Return of the Masters
Meet the Artists of Ink Master: Return of the Masters
Anthony Michaels, Steve Tefft, and DJ Tambe make their way back to the competition, each leading teams of talented artists to the finish line while facing high stakes and extreme challenges.
01/09/2018
Exclusive
02:12
Ink MasterS10
Meet Team Steve
Meet Team Steve
The accomplished yet humble Steve Tefft returns to the competition along with a group of artists who are skilled in just about every style of tattooing the competition will put to the test.
01/09/2018
Exclusive
02:20
Ink MasterS10
Meet Team DJ
Meet Team DJ
Fresh off the heels of being crowned Ink Master of Season 9, DJ Tambe gears up for a fresh challenge with a team of artists that not only complement his style, but look up to him as well.
01/09/2018
Exclusive
02:10
Ink MasterS10
Meet Team Anthony
Meet Team Anthony
Talented, composed, and driven, Anthony Michaels is back with a strong squad of artists – and make no mistake, this team is a force to be reckoned with.
01/09/2018
Exclusive
02:34
Ink MasterS10
The Judges on the Finale
The Judges on the Finale
Dave, Chris, and Oliver open up about not only the artistry that unfolded this season, but the drama as well – leading straight into the finale.
04/17/2018
Exclusive
03:24
Ink MasterS10
The Coaches & Finalists on the Finale
The Coaches & Finalists on the Finale
Anthony, Steve, DJ, and the three lucky finalists speak to each other’s skillsets, who the toughest competitor will be, and the massive master canvases they have in store for everyone.
04/17/2018
Exclusive
02:15
Ink MasterS10
Ink Master Season 10 Post-Finale - Catching Up with the Finalists
Ink Master Season 10 Post-Finale - Catching Up with the Finalists
Josh, Juan and Roly reflect on their 24-hour master canvases, reveal details from the big night and share their plans for the future.
04/25/2018
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