Ep 4. Butt Pirate

In Tattoo Nightmares season 1 episode 4, titled "Butt Pirate", host Big Gus and resident artists Tommy Helm and Jasmine Rodriguez help three clients who have regrettable tattoos they wish to cover up.

The first client, Andy, has a large and poorly executed pirate tattoo that covers most of his buttocks. He describes how the tattoo was a drunken mistake and now creates embarrassment and problems in his personal life. The team comes up with a creative solution, using a lifeguard theme to cover up the pirate and create a humorous and eye-catching design.

The second client, Sway, got a tattoo of her ex-boyfriend's name on her wrist while they were still together. When the relationship turned sour, she was left with a constant reminder of her past mistake. The team decides to cover up the tattoo with a beautiful and intricate design of a peacock.

The last client, Ed, has a tattoo on his arm that he got while serving in the military. The tattoo features a skull and crossbones with an unfortunate typo that reads "Born 2 Louze." The team corrects the spelling and transforms the skull into a realistic military tribute.

Throughout the episode, the Tattoo Nightmares team overcomes various challenges, including working with uneven skin, fixing previous tattoo mistakes, and incorporating a client's personal story into the design. The artists' expertise and attention to detail ensure that each client leaves with a tattoo they can be proud of, and a past mistake that is finally in the past.