The first season of the tattoo reality competition ''

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'' debuted on

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on January 17 and concluded on March 6, 2012, with a total of 8 episodes. The show is hosted and judged by

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guitarist Dave Navarro, with accomplished tattoo artists Chris Núñez and

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serving as series regular judges. The winner received a $100,000 prize, a feature in

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and the title of Ink Master. The winner of the first season of ''Ink Master'' was Shane O'Neill, with Tommy Helm being the runner-up.

Contestants

''Names, ages, and cities stated are at time of filming.''

Contestant progress

: The contestant won ''Ink Master''. : The contestant was the runner-up. : The contestant finished third in the competition. : The contestant won Best Tattoo of the Day. : The contestant was among the top. : The contestant received positive critiques. : The contestant received negative critiques. : The contestant was in the bottom. : The contestant was eliminated from the competition.

Episodes

References

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External links

Official WebsiteInk Master
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2012 American television seasons

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