S&I Magazine

Coming Together with The Neighbourhood Skate Club

How does being part of a collective provoke feelings of belonging? From collective art classes or group sport activities we believe that by "Coming Together" we support and empower each other to feel safe in discovering our own identities. We caught up with Founder of Neighbourhood Skate Club, Lyndsay McLaren to discuss her journey from taking on the skate scene solo to starting the sisterhood of the NHSC. 

Apprenticeship series: Rebecca Burnett

Rebecca is currently learning to tattoo from Jezebel, an all female studio and workshop in Falmouth, Cornwall after recently graduating in Illustration at Falmouth University. Currently spending her days doodling flash and tattooing a lot of grapefruits, Rebecca is just about to make the transition of tattooing on skin under the mentorship of Meg (@blackbettytattoos)

On Wednesdays we wear pink

Louise Simpson (@bunnie.tatz) is a resident artist at Down On Middlewood Studio in Sheffield, UK. Louise's pastel colour palette and 'cutesy' take on traditional tattoo design is what first caught our eye. Only in her second year of tattooing we look forward to seeing more work from Louise as she takes her place in the UK's northern tattoo scene. 

The importance of eating before getting a new tattoo

Eating before a tattoo sitting, what’s the deal? Keeping your body fuelled before getting a new tattoo can make all the difference to your overall experience and we’re going to tell you why. 

Carving your own path with Lauren Marina

How to make your home extra "cozy" during these times! We sit down with artist Lauren Marina who is carving her own path by creating some amazing spaces and artwork inspired by her own unique tattoo style.

Skin Story: Becca

Tattoos have become a really important part of my identity. I’m kind of nerdy and I have a really corporate job as well!

Skin Story: Rosie

Based in Birmingham, Rosie and creativity go hand-in-hand. From hand-poked pieces to Pangea-inspired jewellery, read more about Rosie and her tattoos here.

Skin Story: Molly Hewitt

Skin Story: Ben

Being tattooed can be an amazing way to carry your story with you. From Prince to losing a loved one, discover Ben's skin story.