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Myke Chambers is all over the place–in the past six months he’s been at more conventions than I can list, made multiple appearances here on TattooSnob, and has interviews appearing in multiple tattoo magazines… and 2010 is just getting started! In the interview below, Myke lists everything he’s currently involved with, his plans for 2010, talks about his past and his inspiration for the future.

On Friday, I’ll be traveling to Deluxe Tattoo for the day, while a friend gets tattooed by Hannah Aitchison.

Speaking of Hannah, she recently updated her site with all new merchandise.

Did you know the phrase “The doctor is in . . ” came from the Peanuts? Apparently Lucy distributed psychiatric advice from a cardboard box that looked a great deal like a cartoon lemonade stand. She had a sign on it indicating the “Doctor’s” availability. The sign read “The Doctor is in . .”

Nikko Hurtado recently updated his Myspace page with a number of his latest pieces.

I’d love to get tattooed by Nikko – maybe I can update his website in trade for a portrait?

Tattoo by: Nikko Hurtado

Julie (originally from the UK) received this tattoo on a recent trip to Orlando, Florida from the Robert Jarrett at Hart and Hunnington Tattoo. I don’t know if she did research before her trip, or if she picked Hart and Hunnington because it’s a trusted name from the Inked series. Either way – it’s not important. It’s just another reminder of how much the reality shows have changed the world of tattooing. No matter where you’re opinion falls, you can’t argue with the fact that it’s a little mind blowing to think about.

Tattoo by: Robert Jarrett at Hart & Hunnington (Orlando, FL)

Earlier today I accidentally stumbled upon this:

Original Media is looking to cast a tattoo enthusiast to receive a FREE tattoo on camera for an upcoming TLC series.  We are working with a masterful tattoo artist who has is a favorite amongst NYC celebs and socialites.  The design will be floral in nature and of our choosing.  Must be available all day and evening, Saturday, September 26th for shoot in NYC.

Must be 18 or older to apply. This is a terrific opportunity for anyone who would like a beautifully designed floral tattoo, expertly applied by a NYC tat master!

Now I’m just speculating here, but is TLC getting ready to launch New York Ink?

Before you doubt me, let’s recap TLC’s reality tattoo television history:

1. Miami Ink ended in 2008, after four trendsetting seasons.
2. During two of those seasons, the show competed directly against it’s sexier sibling, LA Ink.
3. Kat and the crew at LA Ink are now wrapping up their third season . . . .

If this is indeed true, TLC is making a very smart move here. Get viewers familiar with a new young hip tattoo shop during the last year (or two) of LA Ink. I’m sure TLC will arrange some sort of interaction between the two shops. Maybe Kat passing the torch in a very motherly manner? If that doesn’t do the trick, I’m sure some traditional shit talking will suffice.

Furthermore, what better place to start this shop than NYC?

Again, I’m just speculating but it does make sense.