The WORST episodes of LA Ink
Every episode of LA Ink ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of LA Ink!
Kat Von D has come home to Los Angeles to fulfill her dream of opening up her own tattoo shop. The news has spread and celebrities, rising starlets, punk rockers, musicians and tattoo collectors alike are lining up for some of Kat's famous black and grey ink. In a city known for its tattoo culture, LA Ink is sure to stand out -- drawing clients from all over the world and from all walks of life. But with popularity comes headaches, drama and a lot of hard work. Playing by her own rules, Kat lives a fast-paced, rebel lifestyle. Hers is a life of freedom: she sets her own schedule, picks her clients, sleeps late,and parties all night. For her shop to be a success, Kat will need to learn how to balance her lifestyle and her business while managing a colorful staff of renowned artists. LA Ink will offer a rare glimpse into an LA that is seldom seen, through the eyes of a true insider.
#1 - What's Wrong Kat?
Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/4/2010
Kat's cat, Ludwig, is very sick and she is having a hard time dealing with it and Liz's superior attitude after she found out there are four "Shop Manager" positions and the basics of the job. While Craig questions Aubry's competence at American Electric and gets a visit from his brother.
#3 - Training Day
Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/25/2010
Liz, the new shop manager, is no-nonsense and Kat likes it. However, it is not sitting well with the rest of the crew. Paulie and Amy are trying to hookup Aubry with a job at American Electric, but they are struggling.
#4 - Oh Brother
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/29/2010
Kat convinces Michael to run a marathon, but after he drops out, she finds other ways to spend time with him. American Electric celebrates its 11th anniversary, and Paulie's refusal to participate angers Craig just as much as Amy's surprise guest.
#5 - Challenge for Kat
Season 3 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/1/2010
Amputees, Rob and Scott, get prosthetic limbs tattooed by Kat and she enforces shop policy with Corey and the rest of the team. Paulie's client invites him to work on Snoop Dogg's music video.
#7 - LA Pink
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/24/2009
Kat reaccounts how a doctor's appointment brought the anxiety of possible cancer into her life and Aubry is still trying to fit in but Corey is not buying it.
#9 - Blonde Ambition
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/17/2009
#10 - Skate Ramp
Season 1 - Episode 19 - Aired 2/12/2008
Kat decides to build a full sized skate ramp inside the shop. But Hannah, whose work station will be right next to the ramp, doesn't like the idea and thinks bad things will happen. Meanwhile, because of the construction in the shop, Corey and Kim are forced to work in Corey's shop.
#11 - First Anniversary
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/22/2009
Kat puts Naheed in charge of throwing a party for the whole crew to celebrate the 1 yr anniversary of the shop! Kim asks Hannah to tattoo her for the first time. Nick Wheeler from the band the All-American Rejects stops by for a portrait of his puppy dog.
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#12 - 66 Nikki's
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/15/2009
Nikki Sixx's work with Covenant House inspires Kat to get involved, but she stresses out when planning a benefit goes down to the wire. Olympic soccer star Natasha Kai stops by the shop to show off the gold. Corey dedicates a tattoo to his son.
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#13 - Addicted
Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 8/18/2011
Kat uncovers Arianna's dark secret, when it becomes a matter of life and death. Meanwhile, Dan plays a dodgy prank that turns the shop into a warzone - and Rooftop takes a permanent hit.
#14 - Tick, Tock, Biological Clock
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/6/2009
Aubry has been trying to fit in at the shop but her efforts are causing tension. Kat asks everyone to make her feel welcome and to show it, she sets Aubry up with one of Kat's good friends. While on the date Aubry announces she wants a baby.
#15 - Feeling the Heat
Season 3 - Episode 21 - Aired 4/8/2010
The tension between Kat and Corey is causing mounting pressure in the shop. Corey is disenchanted with the lack of shop support at his band performance. Aubry is furious when she finds out Paulie met with Corey.
#16 - Life after Pixie
Season 1 - Episode 24 - Aired 3/20/2008
The shop tries to pick up all the pieces after Pixie's big blow up at the shop. Kat is forced to find a fill in for Pixie. Kat and Pixie's friendship is tested, but Kat tries to make amends.
#17 - Novelty Girls
Season 1 - Episode 18 - Aired 2/5/2008
Kat and Orbi's relationship grows closer when she tattoos a portrait of Rock N Roll legend, Roy Orbison, on Orbi. Pixie and Kim decide to try speed dating but it doesn't fair so well.
#18 - Corey's Dilemma
Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 3/6/2008
Kat returns to work after her health scare but is so overwhelmed by the progress of "MusInk" that she missed the deadlines and her headlining band cancels on her. Kat turns to Corey for a helping hand but Corey can't find a balance between being a family man and a friend.
#21 - The Return of the Rock?
Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/25/2010
Kat has still not made a decision about Corey's return to the shop and he unsure what to do concerning his clients in Hollywood. His frustration with waiting causes him to start looking at other options.
#22 - Big Decisions
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/30/2007
Kat decides she wants to take a vacation and meet Orbi on tour, but she can't seem figure out a way to meet him and still take care of the business. Meanwhile, Hannah is forced to choose between her life in L.A. and the life she left behind in Chicago.
#23 - Sobriety & Sisterhood
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/3/2009
The shop marks Kat's two year soberity aniversery with a special surprise, while Kat celebrates the occasion by tattooing her sister Karoline. Aubry plans hitting the stage to perform stand up comedy.
#24 - Help Wanted
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/9/2008
Everyone is stressed out keeping the shop growing and running smoothly. Kat needs to hire more help, but struggles whether to hire another friend as manager. While rocker Dave Navarro wants to memorialize his mom with a pinup portrait.
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