Lifestyle

The Wildlife Tattoo Artist, Ace Connell, Turned His Passion Into Profit

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5 years ago

October 16, 2020

Ace Connell is a man with a family of four who loves nature and tattoos. To him, any form of art is beautiful and worth nurturing. He is the co-owner of the Tattoo Studio “Regenerates.” Ace, along with Chris Sally, opened the tattoo studio. It looks more like a recording studio than a tattoo studio. The studio is full of instruments on every wall, mics, an upright piano, and guitar amps. Chris and Ace have made Regenerates a place of their own making.

If there is any vacant space in the studio, Ace and Chris fill it up with their artwork or go and fill it up with antiques. As one walks into “Regenerates,” they are met by a vast circus poster original print from the ’60s. The poster suits the ambiance of the studio because it has a light-hearted feel to it.

When asked where Ace Connell drew his inspiration from, he said that it was Mother Nature. There is no greater artist than her. That’s why Ace has been so inclined towards wildlife tattoos. His art training and mentoring was with Samantha Youssef. She is an ex-Disney animator. They both believed that tattoo was a way to capture the flow of nature or imitate it.

Ace Connell has a family of four, and he has to fund all of them. But he is happy that he gets to follow his passion every day and turn it into a profit. His partner’s dream was to raise a big family. So, it is only Ace who brings in the money to the family. But he couldn’t change it for the world. COVID-19 may have forced Ace and Sally to close the shop for 4 months, but it was time well spent with family.

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Lifestyle

Glow and Beyond: Aesthetic Island’s Signature Approach to Beauty

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5 hours ago

September 16, 2025

Michelle Langton

Brooklyn’s Aesthetic Island has become the go-to destination for clients seeking advanced med spa treatments that merge artistry with clinical precision. Under the direction of board-certified Nurse Practitioner and educator Eva Israilova, the spa offers a wide range of services designed to refresh, restore, and refine the face and body. From injectables and thread lifts to non-invasive contouring, each treatment is customized for results that balance natural beauty with transformative impact.

Conveniently located on Coney Island Avenue, Aesthetic Island accommodates the city’s fast-paced lifestyle with flexible scheduling and carefully tailored care. Every client begins with a thorough review of their health history, lifestyle, and personal goals, ensuring that treatments meet the highest standards of safety and efficacy. Volume restoration with fillers such as Radiesse and Sculptra, PDO threads for subtle lifting, and HydraFacials or chemical peels for skin clarity are all thoughtfully integrated into treatment plans.

Among the most popular services is the non-surgical nose enhancement with dermal fillers, which delivers immediate improvements with refined precision. Small adjustments to the bridge, tip, or profile create elegant results that elevate confidence while maintaining a natural look.

The spa is also recognized for its CO2 laser program, often described as the ultimate reset for the skin. By resurfacing the outer layers while encouraging deep collagen renewal, the treatment smooths texture, minimizes damage, and restores firmness. Paired with Morpheus8, it becomes one of the most effective combinations available for total skin rejuvenation.

Complementing these signature offerings, Aesthetic Island also provides holistic services such as IV therapy, laser hair removal, and weight-loss programs, making it a comprehensive beauty destination. Eva extends her expertise beyond her clients through professional training, mentoring the next generation of practitioners in injectables, threads, and advanced non-invasive procedures. The result is a med spa that defines the future of aesthetic care in New York.