Best Ink Season 1 Episode 6 Purrfect Ink
- TV-14
- May 1, 2012
- 43 min
In episode 6 of Best Ink season 1 titled "Purrfect Ink," the remaining five tattoo artists are tasked with creating cat-inspired tattoos for their clients. The stakes are high as the winner of this challenge will receive a $1,000 cash prize.
Each artist is given a brief from their client which they have to interpret and incorporate into their design. The contestants have to create an original and unique piece that showcases their skills as tattoo artists while also making sure to keep the client's vision in mind.
As the artists begin working on their designs, tensions rise between some of the contestants. Some feel that they are at a disadvantage as they do not specialize in animal tattoos. Meanwhile, others feel that this challenge is right up their alley and they are excited to showcase their talent.
As the challenge progresses, the artists begin tattooing their clients. They have to be very careful not to make any mistakes as the clients have come with a very specific idea in mind. They also have to make sure that the final tattoo is not only aesthetically pleasing but also reflects the client's personality.
During the judging, the panel of judges, consisting of Joe Capobianco, Sabina Kelley, and Hannah Aitchison, scrutinizes each tattoo. They look for flaws in the design, placement, and overall execution. They also listen to the clients' feedback to see if the artist has successfully fulfilled their brief.
One artist stands out from the rest with their unique and impressive design. However, another artist's technical execution is spot on. The judges find it difficult to decide who should be the winner of the challenge.
In the end, the artist who succeeded in combining their unique style with the client's vision is declared the winner. They receive the cash prize and are safe from elimination in the next round.
The losing artists have to face the judges' criticism and one of them is sent home. It is a bittersweet moment as the artists have formed close bonds with each other over the course of the competition and saying goodbye is never easy.
Overall, episode 6 of Best Ink season 1 is an exciting and challenging one for the artists. It tests their skills as tattoo artists and their ability to successfully interpret their clients' visions. The episode also showcases the judges' careful eye for detail and their commitment to finding the best tattoo artist.