Journal

Writing from the studio

Practical guidance and real tattoo stories — written for people getting tattooed in Kathmandu, not to fill a content calendar.

What to Know Before Getting Your First Tattoo in Kathmandu — Papa's Inks Journal

15 January 2026 · 6 min read

What to Know Before Getting Your First Tattoo in Kathmandu

A practical starting point for a first tattoo in Kathmandu: how to prepare, what to ask, and how to choose an artist you can trust.

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How to Choose the Right Tattoo Placement — Papa's Inks Journal

2 February 2026 · 5 min read

How to Choose the Right Tattoo Placement

Placement is one of the most consequential decisions in a tattoo. Here is how to think about visibility, comfort, ageing and design flow.

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Fine Line vs Minimalist Tattoos — Papa's Inks Journal

20 February 2026 · 4 min read

Fine Line vs Minimalist Tattoos

The two terms are often used interchangeably, but they describe different things. Understanding the difference helps you ask for what you actually want.

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In progress

Forthcoming

Topics we are actively writing about. They will be published when they are genuinely useful, not before.

  • Forthcoming

    How Long Does a Tattoo Session Take?

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    How to Prepare for Your Tattoo Appointment

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    How to Care for a New Tattoo

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    Can Tourists Get Tattoos in Kathmandu?

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    How Tattoo Cover-Ups Work

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    Designing a Tattoo Inspired by Nepal

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