Ink Master: Redemption Season 2 Episode 5 Stained Glass From the Past

Ink Master: Redemption season 2 episode 5, entitled "Stained Glass From the Past," features two former contestants facing off to redeem themselves from past mistakes. The episode opens with host Dave Navarro introducing the first artist, Angel, who was eliminated from season 10 for her lack of consistency in her tattooing. She has chosen to redeem herself by tattooing a stained glass piece based on her own design.

The second artist, Fame, was eliminated in season 9 for his arrogance and inability to take critiques from the judges. He has chosen to redeem himself by tattooing a large-scale, realistic portrait of his celebrity mentor, rapper Lil Wayne. Despite their past mistakes, both artists are confident in their abilities and determined to prove their worth.

As the two artists begin their tattoos, tensions rise in the room. Angel struggles with the curved lines of her stained glass piece and starts to get frustrated. Fame, on the other hand, is overconfident and refuses to take any advice from his mentor. As the clock continues to tick down, both artists are feeling the pressure and struggling to stay focused.

In the critique, the judges are impressed with Angel's bold color choices and the overall composition of her piece. However, they note that some of the lines are uneven and could have been executed more cleanly. Meanwhile, Fame's portrait of Lil Wayne is praised for its realistic detail and shading, but the judges also note that the proportions are slightly off.

As the competition comes to a close, both artists are nervous to hear the final verdict. In a dramatic final reveal, the judges declare Angel to be the winner, citing the strength and creativity of her design. While Fame is disappointed with the outcome, he takes the judges' feedback to heart and vows to continue improving his craft.

As the episode comes to a close, the artists reflect on their experiences and the ways in which they've grown since their initial eliminations. While the road to redemption may be long and difficult, both Angel and Fame have proven that they have what it takes to succeed in the world of tattooing.