WRITE FOR LVTS · Las Vegas Tattoo Magazine
Tell the story of Las Vegas tattoo culture.
We publish original editorial content covering the Las Vegas tattoo scene — artist profiles, studio features, convention coverage, culture, history, and more. If you have a story worth telling, we want to hear it.
01 · Benefits
Why contribute?
Published Byline
Your name on a premium Las Vegas tattoo platform. Every article runs with a full author byline tied to your contributor profile.
Author Profile
A dedicated contributor page at /author/[handle]/ — a permanent, linkable home for your body of work on the platform.
Backlink
A do-follow link to your website included with every published article. We do not strip attribution or nofollow contributor links.
Social Promotion
Featured on LVTS social channels when your article is published. We amplify contributor work across the platform's audience.
02 · Contributors
Who we're looking for.
Writers
Journalists & enthusiasts
Journalists, tattoo enthusiasts, and industry insiders who can write with authority about the Las Vegas tattoo scene. Beat reporters, culture writers, and editorial voices of all levels welcome.
Artists & Professionals
From inside the trade
Tattoo artists, studio owners, and apprentices sharing their professional perspective. First-person experience, technical breakdowns, and industry commentary from those who live the work.
Photographers
Documenting the scene
Event photographers and portrait photographers covering Las Vegas tattoo culture. We accept photo essays, convention galleries, and studio portraiture alongside written submissions.
03 · Content types
What we publish.
Artist Profiles
In-depth features on Las Vegas tattoo artists — their background, style, and place in the local scene.
Studio Features
Profiles of Las Vegas tattoo studios — the shops, the culture they carry, and the artists who work in them.
Convention Coverage
Event recaps, previews, and photo coverage of tattoo conventions in Las Vegas and across the Southwest.
Style Guides
Deep dives into tattoo styles — technique, history, and which local artists specialize in each genre.
Culture & History
The history of tattooing in Las Vegas, the cultural forces that shaped it, and where it's heading.
Industry News
New shop openings, artist moves, industry developments, and business news relevant to the Las Vegas tattoo scene.
How-To & Aftercare
Practical guides for clients — what to expect, how to prepare, aftercare best practices, and long-term maintenance.
Photo Essays
Editorial photography documenting the Las Vegas tattoo scene — studios, conventions, artists at work.
Interviews
Q&A-format conversations with artists, shop owners, collectors, and other voices in the local community.
Opinion & Commentary
Perspective pieces from those with a genuine stake in the Las Vegas tattoo scene — clearly labeled as opinion.
Apprentice & Career Stories
First-person accounts from artists at every stage — apprenticeship, going independent, opening a first studio.
Flash & Collection Spotlights
Editorial showcases of artist flash sets, design collections, and limited-run collaborative work.
04 · Comparison
Contributor benefits.
| Benefit | Free Listing | Contributor |
|---|---|---|
| Published byline | — | Full byline on every article |
| Author profile page | — | Dedicated /author/ page |
| Website backlink | — | Do-follow link on all articles |
| Bio | Short bio | Full contributor bio + photo |
| Social promotion | — | Featured on LVTS social when published |
| Future paid opportunities | — | First access as paid rates launch |
Submit your article today.
All submissions are reviewed within 5–7 business days. We publish original work only — no syndicated, AI-generated, or previously published content.