Inking to Resume at Madison Tattoo Shop Next Week

Closed since the end of January for filming, Madison Tattoo Shop is re-opening next Wednesday at 10500 Magnolia Blvd.

It's the second year the business served as the backdrop for Spike TV's reality show Tattoo Nightmares.

"It's about fixing or covering up bad tattoo work or tattoos that people may regret; somebody's name, or maybe they're not into the Rolling Stones anymore," said Madison Stone, who opened the shop about six years ago.

She and her staff won't be seen on the program, though they were pretty far in the running to be a part of the cast of tattoo artists.

Stone's inking crew of five has been doing guest spots in other parlors since shooting began. She says she can't wait to have everyone under the same roof again.

"I do love the fact we've been lucky enough to have this show, but at the same time we all miss each other, we miss our wonderful clients, we miss being under the same roof and feeding off of each others artistry," Stone said.

Madison Tattoo Shop opens for consultations next Wednesday, with actual tattoo work beginning on Friday.