Best Ink
Oxygen Media gets under the skin of the art of tattooing in Best Ink, a new competition reality series laying bare the cutthroat and wildly unpredictable world of tattoo artistry. Every rose or dragon tattoo tells a story - not only of the person wearing it, but of the artist who created it. The contestants are guided through the competition by television host and recording artist Kimberly Caldwell. A tattoo fanatic who is inked with several meaningful images, Caldwell epitomizes the show's gutsy attitude, as shown by her fearless vocals, passionate performances, and the earthy charisma of her American Idol appearances.
- 2012-2014
- 3 seasons
- Oxygen Network
- Reality
Oxygen Media gets under the skin of the art of tattooing in Best Ink, a new competition reality series laying bare the cutthroat and wildly unpredictable world of tattoo artistry. Every rose or dragon tattoo tells a story - not only of the person wearing it, but of the artist who created it. The contestants are guided through the competition by television host and recording artist Kimberly Caldwell. A tattoo fanatic who is inked with several meaningful images, Caldwell epitomizes the show's gutsy attitude, as shown by her fearless vocals, passionate performances, and the earthy charisma of her American Idol appearances.
Season 3 Episode Guide
12 Episodes 2013 - 2014
Episode 1
The Seven Deadly Sins
Wed, Dec 4, 2013 44 mins
Host Pete Wentz guides 14 of America's best tattoo artists through artistic ink challenges based upon the seven deadly sins. Face-Off's Glenn Hetrick is guest judge.
Episode 2
Playing Dirty
Wed, Dec 11, 2013 44 mins
Enemies are created when one artist uses her advantage at the expense of another. The artists are challenged with covering-up comically bad tattoos with new designs.
Episode 3
Fight Club
Wed, Dec 18, 2013 44 mins
After the artists face-off in the Best Ink fight club, an unexpected twist throws the competition into chaos. The artists work in pairs, in a way they've never experienced. Street Artist Justin Bua guest judges the dynamic flash challenge.
Episode 4
Pain in the Ribs
Wed, Jan 1, 2014 44 mins
The artists head to The Viper Room to meet Pete Wentz and witness a surprise performance. They are then challenged to do painful rib tattoos, but one competitor's future in the competition is put in jeopardy when her skin can't handle the pain.
Episode 5
Quittin' Time
Wed, Jan 1, 2014 60 mins
The intense pressure of the competition pushes Danny over the edge. The artists create amazing Asian-inspired artwork.
Episode 6
Science Friction
Wed, Jan 1, 2014 44 mins
The artists head to San Diego for the biggest science fiction convention in the world. Darnell is in over his head when he is challenged to tattoo his client on an unusual part of the body.
Episode 7
Man and the Machine
Wed, Jan 1, 2014 44 mins
The artists get a crash course in the surreal style of bio-mechanical tattoos from tattoo legend Guy Aitchison. The competition gets personal as the artists face off against each other for the first time.
Episode 8
Life's a Beach
Wed, Jan 1, 2014 60 mins
The artists create amazing nautical themed tattoos. Surf legend Laird Hamilton makes an appearance.
Episode 9
Sexy Pin-ups
Sat, Feb 1, 2014 43 mins
The six remaining artists are surprised with an emotional visit from their significant others before creating sexy pin-up tattoos with a twist.
Episode 10
Shock and Awe
Sat, Feb 1, 2014 60 mins
The artists are caught off guard by an unreal shock-art performance. A heated conflict erupts between the remaining competitors.
Episode 11
Crash and Burn
Sat, Feb 1, 2014 60 mins
The artists get reckless in an adrenaline fueled demolition derby. After creating amazing 3-D tattoos, a top artist is sent home in a shocking elimination.
Episode 12
The $100,000 Tattoo
Sat, Feb 1, 2014 43 mins
The 3 remaining artists are caught off-guard by a frantic flash challenge in Venice Beach. The final 2 artists battle for a life changing grand prize.