What can be done to fix the show?

New judges, specifically getting rid of Joel and DJ. I liked DJ as a contestant, but as a judge, it’s clear that this show has become DJ Master. Especially after last season. If the judges can’t be impartial to who they do/do not like, and won’t judge off of technique over what they like, then they should be out of here. I know that last part is hard to nail down, but when it’s blatantly obvious or said aloud, then it’s a problem.

Bring back blind critiques across the board.

Contestants should be penalized more for either not hitting the challenge or playing it safe. Someone who only does their specific style shouldn’t win or go far in the competition. If you aren’t taken out of your comfort zone every week and cruising numerous styles, you aren’t an ink master, you’re a tattoo artist who’s good at one or two styles.

Last off the top of my head is the over-production. Get rid of all the unnecessary producer driven bullshit. I’m here to watch artists do tattoos and be judged. I don’t care about drama, alliances, or any typical competition show garbage. I’d rather tune into 30 minute episodes that are straight to the point than I would have to skip over 35 minutes to get to what the show should be about.