Ep 5. Tat in the Hat

Tat in the Hat is the fifth episode of the second season of Bad Ink. The show is about two friends, Rob and Dirk, who are on a mission to help people fix their bad tattoos. During each episode, they meet with someone who has a regrettable ink and try to come up with a way to fix it.

In Tat in the Hat, Rob and Dirk meet with Wayne, a man who got a tattoo of the Cat in the Hat character from the Dr. Seuss book series. While the design might sound innocent enough, Wayne's tattoo was poorly done and is now a permanent reminder of a bad decision he made in his youth. The tattoo is so bad that Wayne has covered it up with an even worse tattoo, making it even harder to fix.

Rob and Dirk take a close look at Wayne's tattoo and determine that the best way to fix it is to cover up the original tattoo completely. However, since Wayne's new tattoo is so large and poorly done, they realize that it will be hard to create a design that is both meaningful and will completely hide Wayne's regrettable ink.

The episode follows Rob and Dirk as they work with Wayne to come up with a new design that will cover up his old tattoo. They go through several drafts, trying to come up with a design that is both meaningful to Wayne and will work well as a cover-up. They also take into account the location of the tattoo and try to design something that will flow well with Wayne's existing body art.

As they work on the new design, Rob and Dirk also take the time to get to know Wayne better and learn about his life and what the tattoo means to him. This personal connection helps them to create a design that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also has a deeper meaning for Wayne.

The episode also features a few clips of Rob and Dirk bonding and hanging out outside of their tattoo shop. This casual banter helps to give the show some levity and makes it clear that these two guys are more than just tattoo artists - they're friends who genuinely care about the people they work with.

The final reveal of Wayne's new tattoo is a dramatic moment in the episode. Rob and Dirk have worked hard to create a design that will completely cover up his old tattoo, and when the moment arrives, there is a lot of tension in the air. The reveal itself is done in stages, with Rob and Dirk slowly pulling back the veil to show off the new design. Wayne's reaction to the tattoo is emotional and heartfelt, and it's clear that he is overjoyed with the final result.

Overall, Tat in the Hat is a great example of what makes Bad Ink such a compelling show. It's a combination of personal stories, artistic skill, and the satisfaction of seeing a bad tattoo fixed. Whether you're a fan of tattoos or not, it's hard not to get drawn in by the friendships, emotions, and impressive artwork in this episode.