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Ink on skin has got to be one of the scariest mediums of art out there. The stories about the pain that people feel are legendary, and the errors of the ink artist remain forever—or at least until another artist comes to patch things up. In other words, it's a painstaking process to create a tattoo, not to mention a good one. And so, ink artists have this weird-but-universal aura of respect from other artists, as they're the ones that have to work under the highest of pressures, an environment that artists of other mediums just wouldn't endure.

There are ink artists, and there are ink masters. Ryan Ashley DiCristina (Malarkey) is quite definitely, and literally, the Ink Master. She was the host of the Ink Master show, so it's hard to argue with that. What's even harder to argue with are her skills. Today I want to show you one of her specialties she excels in, and that's ornaments and jewelry. Just take a look at them, and maybe you'll see that it's probably one of the more sustainable roads to high fashion that's out there. And it looks wonderful!

More info: Instagram | ryanashley.bigcartel.com

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Jo Choto
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4 years ago

Why don't I know a tattoo artist this talented?

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    RifleReptiles
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    4 years ago

    awww, the kitty's so cute 😍

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    Id row
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    4 years ago

    If only they didn't fade over time. Too bad they can't look this good forever.

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    Id row
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    4 years ago

    The detail is stunning. I just wish they held up over time.

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    Rebecca L
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    4 years ago (edited)

    I love how they are not identical, but rather complementary

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    AxleMunshine001
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    4 years ago

    That must have hurt like hell.

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    Annie
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    4 years ago

    Amazingly realistic! (Actually looks similar to a necklace I have)

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    Holly Noel
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    4 years ago

    Her knee bends and I can visualize her belly moving lol. This is just crazy good.

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    catslave6
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    4 years ago

    The 3D effect is amazing.

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    catslave6
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    4 years ago

    Ganeesh!? Stunning.

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    Annie
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    4 years ago

    Stunning! Beautiful design and colors

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    Norma
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    4 years ago

    You go, grandma! You're rocking it!!

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    Steven Chaloux
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    4 years ago

    She is one of the top 5 artists for sure, the diamonds are so crazy

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    Annie
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    4 years ago

    Flawless beauty! I'm mesmerized by the details and flow of this design!

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    Pia kjærgaard
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    4 years ago

    Reaalllly love 🐾♥️

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    weatherwitch
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    4 years ago

    Phenomenal 😍

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    Brittani Robinson
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    4 years ago

    This is pretty and boy I know it had to really hurt. I've got one on the front side of my thigh and boy did it hurt

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    Laura Probst
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    4 years ago

    I would so get this - with aquamarines, since that's my birthstone - and turn this design into an entire shoulder cape tattoo. Of course, I'd need to win the lottery first... 😳🤪

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    Brittani Robinson
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    4 years ago

    I love this one too. This is definitely some good work

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    Norma
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    4 years ago

    So witchy!!

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    Holly Noel
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    4 years ago

    Creepy! But so good

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    Oddly Me
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    4 years ago

    An earlier piece by the artist? Seems lackluster in comparison to the others.

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    April Stephens
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    4 years ago

    Impressive detail. Looks like it's carved or flayed into her skin.

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    Annie
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    4 years ago

    Where'd you buy that amazing arm band?

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    Featherytoad
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    4 years ago

    I can't imagine how many hours these take.

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    Annie
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    4 years ago

    Stunning! Love the color and movement of the design!

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    Annie
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    4 years ago

    Beautiful design and colors

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    Steven Chaloux
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    4 years ago

    That purple makes this tattoo pop, amazing piece

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    Eiram
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    4 years ago

    Oooooo

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    Miriam L
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    4 years ago

    The one upside down on their wrist translates to "Hope", just in case anyone was wondering. Unless the fading or the new tattoo has obscured the bottom of the first ו . It's also a common Israeli name

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    Steven Chaloux
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    4 years ago

    I would do anything to have her tattoo me for even an hour! This is freaking amazing

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    Tomas Anshelm
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    4 years ago

    As cool and pretty all the gemstone tatts are, this one is easily the best one. The spider a few pics up are also in the top 5 at least.

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    Julia Leatherbarrow
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    4 years ago

    The level of detail and accuracy is outstanding!

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    Anna Turner
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    4 years ago

    Amazing

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    Miss Frankfurter
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    4 years ago

    Ouch ouch ouch!!! But worth every one

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    SweetsEve
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    4 years ago

    For some reason I think this looks like a cover. Maybe because of the black

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    TTorrest Author
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    4 years ago

    Love how she makes these matched sets unique yet coordinated.

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    Danielle Renee
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    4 years ago

    you can't have that amazing tattoo and that terrible nail job

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    ALEXIS CISNEROS
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    4 years ago

    so pretty :D

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    Laura Probst
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    4 years ago

    Omg the fringed drapes! So Victorian - I love it!! 💖💖💖

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    Joyce Kinsey
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    4 years ago

    When Ryan was deemed "Ink Master", that should have been the last season. You are beyond awesome!!! Do you work on darker skin? If so, can you post some of that?

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    Laura Probst
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    4 years ago

    I can totally see this on a burlesque dancer as part of her outfit.

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    Julia Leatherbarrow
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    4 years ago

    Gorgeous, I love these chest pieces..

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    RifleReptiles
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    4 years ago

    she's gonna stab herself in the eye with her nail

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    Annie
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    4 years ago (edited)

    Her attention to detail is above and beyond! Love the worn look of the silver bands.

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    Julia Leatherbarrow
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    4 years ago

    So beautiful, I love Elephants..

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    Steven Chaloux
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    4 years ago

    This is cool af

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    April Stephens
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    4 years ago

    Can anyone please explain these two pictures to me? Is the red one on the left a sketch and the right is the actual tattoo?

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    Angie Scanes
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    4 years ago

    I wish they retained this vividity over time - but f**k it there's always top ups!

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    Annie
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    4 years ago

    Regal tat! Love how the tassel's movement adds realism

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    weatherwitch
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    4 years ago

    It's just like looking at turquoise crystals 😍

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    Julia Leatherbarrow
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    4 years ago

    So dainty looking, very impressed..

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    Julia Leatherbarrow
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    4 years ago

    It really stands out with black in background!

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    Steven Chaloux
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    4 years ago

    Oh this must have tickled lol my foot wasn't as enjoyable as most of my other tattoos

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    Julia Leatherbarrow
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    4 years ago

    Just bloody amazing!

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    Rebecca L
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    4 years ago

    # 56 & 64 are the same. But both wonderful!!!

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    John Keenan
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    4 years ago

    Amazing detail work on the throat pressure of jewelry , wow keep up , you can tattoo me for free anytime , spike

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