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A tattoo on Proton Tattoo’s tattoo artist Grant Katula’s arm shows a raccoon guarding a trash can with a shotgun. Students shared their first tattoo stories and advise others to consider the price and art that’ll be imprinted on their bodies. (Brandon Clark | Northern Star)

Tattoo lovers talk first tattoos, advice, cost

By Brandon Clark, News Reporter | November 15, 2023

DeKALB – Getting a tattoo can be a common rite of passage for 18-year-olds looking to assert their newly gained status as adults. However, getting a tattoo can be a costly regret without proper consideration.  First-year finance major Nick Neagle...

Event Guide: July 13

By Northern Star staff | July 13, 2015

Northern Star staff Don’t let a little rain and humidity stop you from enjoying these local events:TodayThe Art Museum’s annual Art To Lend artwork rental program will return and feature an exhibition including paintings, photographs and other artwork...

Weekend Guide: Feb. 12

By Northern Star staff | February 12, 2015

Unlike NSValentines.info, the world doesn’t revolve around Valentine’s Day. Here are some weekend events that have nothing to do with pink or heart-shaped treats:TodayThe University Honors Program is hosting an open mic night where students will perform...

Artist sets down tattoo gun, picks up mic at comedy night

By Deanna Frances | September 2, 2014

DeKalb | Chris May is known for his appearance on the reality TV show “Ink Master” or for his DeKalb business Proton Tattoo, but May displays a different kind of talent with his new role as the host of the House Cafe’s comedy open mic nights.The...

‘Ink Master’ competitor Chris May opens up on show, life as owner of local Proton Tattoo shop

By Jessi Haish | July 22, 2013

“I was just lucky.”That’s how a local reality TV star would describe the journey that’s brought him to where he is.Chris May, owner of Proton Tattoo, 120 S. Fourth St., is a contestant on Spike TV’s “Ink Master,” a tattoo competition reality...

Local tattoo artist appears on “Ink Master” competition

By Northern Star Staff | July 18, 2013

A local tattoo artist may prove to be a master of his trade.Chris May, owner of Proton Tattoo, 120 S. Fourth St., is appearing on Ink Master, a tattoo competition reality show on Spike TV. On the show, tattoo artists go through a variety of tattooing...

Art Walk shows off local artists

By Ludwig Gerdes | October 7, 2012

 The Sycamore Art Attack School of Art hosted the fifth annual Art Walk on Saturday. The event allowed fans of any medium to tour studios and meet artists. Susan Edwards, Art Attack executive director, was one of the event organizers. Art Attack spanned...