Right,

I think that you might have to modify the template a bit to flesh it out to it’s full extent, but I realise that will be added expense. So in the meantime, perhaps add one or two at the top of the right hand column. Above or below the search field would be ideal. Depending on your theme, this may be fairly easy to slip right in. In the longer run, I’d say have 4-6 spots of 125×125 that are two abreast in the right hand column. I realise that would require modifications to the template theme, so that may not be an immediate option.

I don’t know much about the monetisation of tattoos, but I do know that you have a very a considerable and focused audience. That is SO VERY DEFINITELY worth more than you are actually making off them at the moment. I suggest private ads because other than independent tattoo artists, I don’t know where the money comes from in this niche.

However, there may be other tangential markets that rub shoulders with tattoos. Maybe some tattoo mags would have some good potential sponsors. Also in the US, public interest in tattoos seems to be at an all time high. There are a couple shows on TV over here (US) at the moment. Miami Ink and LA Ink. You are probably already familiar with them.

That all said, I think there are some good possibilities, I just don’t know the business well enough to advise on specifics. Hope that helps.

Glad to see you back on the blog! Before I had a comment error and Josh Buckley brought them to my attention.

I’m hoping to continue monetizing the site and perhaps get a few others on board. How do you think I should market the 125 x 125 boxes…where?

Thank you for your comments!

I think the traffic you have for offbeat ink is fantastic. However, I know you can make a lot more than you are right now. I really think you need to open it up with private advertising on a blog like this. Valuclick just ain’t cutting it.

I think some 125×125 buttons would work well. Let them go cheap at first, until the positions fill out. Maybe 6 positions @ $15-$30 a month each or so. Not sure, but you have try and see what results you get.

Glad you will keep the posting up regularly. With your growing audience, you may be able to find a few guest posters to help out a bit.