Working in pairs, artists used angle grinders and welders to bend and fuse metal rods into dynamic 3D sculptures made entirely of lines.
The artists were tested on by creating large-scale sculptures using only metal rods. [S8E8] Bent Out of Shape
Many viewers and even some fellow contestants felt the judging was particularly harsh toward Gia Rose . Despite Mike’s pinup being widely criticized as "busted" or technically inferior by some fans, the judges ultimately focused on Gia's struggle to maintain consistent quality throughout the competition. Elimination Results Winner: Gian Karle. Bottom Three: Ryan Ashley , Gia Rose, and Mike McAskill . Eliminated: Gia Rose . Where to Watch Working in pairs, artists used angle grinders and
is the eighth episode of Ink Master Season 8 ( Peck vs. Nuñez ), which originally aired on October 11, 2016 . This episode focuses on narrowing down Team Peck and testing the artists' ability to create structure from raw materials. Flash Challenge: Metal Sculptures Despite Mike’s pinup being widely criticized as "busted"
While some pairs struggled with the technical aspects of welding, others, like Ryan Ashley and Gia Rose , were praised for their artistic approach. Elimination Tattoo: Team Peck's Top Five