Ep 12. Surfari

In Tattoo Nightmares season 3 episode 12, titled Surfari, we follow the stories of three individuals seeking to cover up their regrettable tattoos. The first client is Leah, a young woman who made the mistake of getting inked by a amateur tattoo artist at a house party. Her "Fish Hook" tattoo on her ankle was meant to be a symbol of her love for fishing, but it turned out to be a disaster with bad lines and uneven shapes. Leah wants to cover it up with a design that better represents her passion, and she looks to her beachy hometown of San Diego for inspiration. In the end, the Tattoo Nightmares team comes up with a design that perfectly captures her vision of ocean waves crashing against the shore.

Next, we meet Raul, a surfer from Baja California who got a tattoo of a tribal wave design to represent his love for the ocean. However, the tattoo artist made the waves too thick and the overall design too bulky. Raul yearns for a sleeker, more modern design that accurately portrays his love of surfing. The Tattoo Nightmares artists take on this challenge with gusto, creating a beautiful, minimalist design that showcases both the power and grace of the ocean.

Last but not least, we have Joe, a father of two who had a wild past and a penchant for partying. He got a tattoo of a pin-up girl holding a martini glass on his arm during his party days, but he now regrets the design. Not only does it no longer represent his current lifestyle, but it is also poorly done, with shaky lines and glaring mistakes. Joe hopes to cover it up with a more meaningful tattoo that showcases his love of music and dedication to his family. In an emotional journey, the Tattoo Nightmares team works hard to create a beautiful design that incorporates both of these elements, resulting in a touching tribute to Joe's loved ones.

Throughout the episode, we see the struggles that each client faces in trying to cover up a bad tattoo. They all demonstrate courage and determination to find a better design that accurately symbolizes their individuality and values. Additionally, we get a glimpse into the creative process of the Tattoo Nightmares artists, who work tirelessly to create unique designs that perfectly capture their clients' visions. Overall, Surfari is an uplifting and inspiring episode that emphasizes the importance of owning one's mistakes and finding redemption through creativity and determination.