As part of their Pain Contest, Rooftop brings the heat to this challenge with Michael.

Lifeguard Justin has a smart and artistic idea for a tattoo that can identify him as having type one diabetese that incorporates a lot of traditional tattoo elements.

Robert has learned a great amount from his mentally challenged sister and decides to depict it with a wise owl being trapped in tree's twisting branches.

It's time to settle down for lead guitarist for Def Leppard as he and his fiance both tattoo each other's names on their stomachs.

Kat, from TLC's Miami Ink, shares the stories behind the tattos on her hands.

Even country music can rock a little when Emerson Drive comes in for a group tattoo after their first number one hit.

On the next episode of LA ink...

Watch as Kat tattoo's actor Eric Balfour as he shares his love for Los Angeles.

After the crew at High Voltage is inspired by events in Japan, Kat and her team take it to the radio to organize a fundraiser for the victims overseas.

Corey feels the frustration as Laura comes into the shop for a tattoo of Thor's Hammer...or maybe not. Will her indecision prevent her from a commitment?

Catch LA Ink premiering Tuesday, August 7th at 10/9c on TLC.

Another chapter in Kat Von D's life is coming to a close. Only 4 episodes left of LA Ink.

Rusty grew up with traditional and strict Japanese roots where a lot of pressure is placed on the first son and shows his appreciation for his father with a samurai sword and kanji.

See what's coming up on the next LA Ink.

Newcomer to LA Bryan asks Kim for some special words that he doesn't want to forget as he struggles to become an actor and model.

Katie recently overcame three enormous life changing events and wants to celebrate the start of her new life with a tattoo of three sparrows being released from a cage, each becoming more defined.