RISD Tattoo Program Controversy: Adam Krueger’s Misogynist Art Exposed

The Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) recently launched the world’s first tattoo program, appointing Adam Krueger as its first “tattoo professor.” This page documents the controversial New York tattoo studio exhibition linked to his appointment—artworks that many in the tattoo industry and academic community have condemned as misogynist and unfit for higher education. Photos and commentary provide context for why this RISD tattoo program has sparked outrage, raising questions about representation, integrity and the future of tattooing in academia.