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Meet the Mischievous Children of Loki
It is autumn, it is gloomy, it is almost Halloween, so what better time than now to dive into the dark gods of Norse myth.
Norse mythology, we can safely say, is the furthest thing from being simpl...
The One Book Every Viking Enthusiast Should Own: The Viking Art Tome
Have you ever wanted a deeper look into our best selling book called The Viking Art Tome but never got the chance? This is the place to be and place to read up on what secrets does the Viking Art T...
What Are Nordic Runes? Why do we use them today?
Join us as we dive into the history of Nordic Runes and their origins. We will explain how the perception of them has changed over the years and how do we use them today. Each rune will be presente...
HUNG LIKE A GOD: How Odin Sacrificed Himself In The Pursuit Of Knowledge
There are many tales of Odin, and all of these tales have been told and retold countless times. The oldest versions we know of, would even themselves be retellings. There is a beauty to the life of...
Ink and Influence: How Viking History Shapes Our Art at Northern Black
At Northern Black, our location near Whitley Bay immerses us daily in the legacy left by Vikings over a millennium ago. The influence of these ancient Norse explorers on our contemporary lives and ...
Discover the Best Nordic Tattoo Artists – Our Top Picks
Discover the world of Nordic tattoo artistry with Northern Black. In this blog, explore the work of five standout Nordic tattooists who have made a global impact. Join us in celebrating their talen...
God Mask FAQ's
Peter Oakmund answers the Internet's burning God Mask questions
Peter's Thoughts: Episode 1
Why Peter shares his art, his thoughts on AI "art machines" and ChatGPT...
Runes, Sigils & Bindrune FAQ's
Peter Oakmund answers the Internet's burning Bind Rune questions
