 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
LA Ink
- TLC
- Genre: Reality TV
Common Sense Media says
Sexy, girl-powered Miami Ink spin-off.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this reality show is very much pro-body art, and the risks of getting a tattoo aren't addressed directly. Though viewers don't see blood, they do see the tattoo needle piercing the skin. Some of the stories behind clients' tattoos are emotionally gripping, such as those involving the loss of a friend or relative. Some of the clothes worn by the tattoo artists and their clients are fairly provocative -- expect lots of black leather and tight denim. Also expect to hear frequent bleeps as the show tries to keep up with the profanity pouring out of both artists' and clients' mouths.
What's the story?
After tattoo artist Kat Von D split from the shop featured in Miami Ink, she opened her own shop in Los Angeles -- the subject of this reality show. LA INK tracks the characters and action at the tattoo parlor. Clients getting body art share the reasons for their choices. Stories can be both sad and inspiring, like people who get tattoos in remembrance of a deceased friend or family member. In contrast to the male-dominated world of Miami Ink, Kat's shop is heavily female. The talented women (whose tendency to dress in revealing clothes gives LA Ink a racier feel than its Miami counterpart) boast a variety of specialties, from pin-up images to portraits to colorful floral displays.
Is it any good?
Surprisingly, the show's real draw are the tattoo artists -- visually interesting characters whose personalities can be warm and appealing. But the show's focus on body art means that parents may feel uncomfortable with some of its content, from dark images like skulls and weapons to piercings and other body manipulations (like a split tongue that twists and turns in potentially provocative ways). Though safety precautions are clearly taken throughout the tattooing process, the risks associated with needles or infection aren't explicitly discussed.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about professions that tend to be dominated by one sex or the other. Why do you think most tattoo artists are men? Which professions are dominated by women? What leads to gender domination in different professions? How does that one-sidedness effect the prestige and profitability of the job? Families can also discuss tattoos. What are parents' and kids' opinions on tattoos? If they differ, why? Do people's opinions about body art tend to change as they get older? Why? Why is getting a piece of body art a big decision? What are some of the risks in tattooing?
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AGE
So boring and a waste of time
This show is incredibly boring. It is an insult to our humanity. I think Kat has a lot of talent but honestly this is ridiculous.
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sexy girl powered spin off of miami ink
i agrea with commensense all the way p.s. you should read the commensense review there head on there
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Von D's Go Girls
I am so happy that Kat is able to up her own shop!!! I willnot be watching Mimia Ink that guy needs help I feel that he will be looseing all of his worker even viewers he lost me!!!! Kat u rock. I am very happy 4 u. I do not have tats but I will b in LA soon and will look u up for my First.
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i think its the parents desision
im sixteen years old and i want to become a tattoo artist. kat von d is someone i look up to. i mean yeah sure she dropped out of high school for this, but she went for her dream and made it. and as far as the show goes i have a for year old little brother that would love the show if he ever saw it. but then i also have a seven year old brother that would probably think the show was gross or weird. so personally i think it should be up to the parents. if the parent wants to let their kid watch the show then that is what they are going to do. same as if the parent doesnt want their kid to watch the show. some parents are going to say that kids under 16 shouldnt watch it others may say under 9 shouldnt watch it. its the parents decision.
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Love it!
Interesting show with girl drama that I love. I really like hearing stories behind tattoos, everyone has a great story to tell. The show is good if you're looking for some entertainment when the kids are asleep mainly because they wouldn't understand the situations and can't relate to anyone on the show.
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Horrible show, iffy for mature teenagers.
This show is gross. Kids shouldn't be exposed to the indecency of being completely covered in tatooes. I'm not saying tatooes are bad, but when you are completely covered in them, especially if they are obscene, satanic, or demonic, it's just sick.
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| TV rating: | TV-PG |
| Network: | TLC |
| Cast: | Kat Von D |
| Genre: | Reality TV |
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