Black Ink Crew chronicles the daily operations and staff drama of an expanding Harlem tattoo empire — now with a shop in Atlanta — that serves a growing celebrity clientele. The diverse cast includes Ceaser, owner and creator of the Black Ink brand; quick-witted and fiery receptionist Sky; shop manager and Ceaser’s cousin Ted; and tattoo artists Donna, Walt, Melody, Young Bae and O’S**t.