Miami Ink

So the Heat won the NBA Finals and now all you want is LeBron's face tattooed on the back of your calf like that guy you saw on the Internet. We strongly encourage you to think before you ink, but if you're set on commemorating this occasion with permanent body...
By Ciara LaVelleJune 28, 2012
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So the Heat won the NBA Finals and now all you want is LeBron’s face tattooed on the back of your calf like that guy you saw on the Internet. We strongly encourage you to think before you ink, but if you’re set on commemorating this occasion with permanent body markings, may we suggest TattooLaPalooza? There, you’ll be able to choose from among dozens of artists to hire. Because, y’know, if you’re going to go the Miami Heat tattoo route, it might as well be a quality piece.

June 22-24, 2012

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Ciara LaVelle is New Times‘ former arts and culture editor. She earned her BS in journalism at Boston University and moved to Florida in 2004. She joined New Times‘ staff in 2011.

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