tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-61582828928667481702024-02-21T01:09:24.655+00:00Original Tattoos and PiercingsTattoos And Piercings....The Good The Bad & The UglySimonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08076499131679381591noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6158282892866748170.post-23953098624981055592013-11-16T15:01:00.003+00:002013-11-26T22:22:34.371+00:00Tattoo Galleries - The Good The Bad & The Ugly!This page will be updated regularly with some of the more unusual tattoo images and designs I come across.<br />
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<u>Weird Bald Head Tattoos</u></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Why would you put that on your head? Why not.
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<u>Coolest Celebrity Tattoos</u></h3>
Beckham's tattoos seem to multiply every time we look away. Fortunately, they only compliment his beautiful face even more.<br />
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<u>Insane Eyelid Tattoos</u></h3>
Eyelid tattoos are a thing, and they are creepy as hell!<br />
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<u>Tattoo Do's & Don'ts</u></h3>
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<u>Unbelievable 3D Tattoos</u></h3>
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<u>More WTF! Tattoos</u></h3>
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<u>A Collection of WTF! Tattoos</u></h3>
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<u>Some Of The Worst Tattoo Spelling Fails</u></h3>
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<u>Hyper Realistic Tattoos You Wont Believe!</u></h3>
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Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08076499131679381591noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6158282892866748170.post-53853156162341975842013-11-13T02:04:00.001+00:002013-11-13T02:04:44.911+00:00Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Tattoos - In One Image<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08076499131679381591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6158282892866748170.post-40359432189414442082013-10-30T23:59:00.003+00:002013-10-31T00:10:43.561+00:00Prison Tattoos and Their Meanings<h2 style="text-align: center;">
Prison Tattoos</h2>
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Tattooing in prisons has been around for just about as long as prisons have been around!, some of the prison tattoo designs and meanings are universal and some are unique to different countries and cultures, below I have listed some of the more popular prison tattoos along with their various meanings, and a brief narrative on how some of these tattoos are performed within the confines of the worlds prison walls.<br />
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Prison Tattoo Equipment</h3>
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Prison-made
tattoos are a form of communication for inmates who live in a situation
that bans most other means of self-expression. These messages, which
are easily “read” by other inmates, tell a lot about the wearer,
including gang membership, status in prison, family relationships,
special life events, spiritual beliefs and personal values. - See more
at: http://thebluereview.org/prison-tattoos/#sthash.lnGz1iLj.dpuf</div>
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Prison-made
tattoos are a form of communication for inmates who live in a situation
that bans most other means of self-expression. These messages, which
are easily “read” by other inmates, tell a lot about the wearer,
including gang membership, status in prison, family relationships,
special life events, spiritual beliefs and personal values. - See more
at: http://thebluereview.org/prison-tattoos/#sthash.lnGz1iLj.dpuf</div>
There are two standard type of prison tattoo pistols, the spinner and
the relay. The relay pistol is much better than the spinner rig-up and
is now more widely used. An inmate breaks down his most prized
possession, a radio, and removes the transistor. The thin copper wire is
then removed which is wrapped around a screw which provides an
automatic relay when powered up. The inmate must then somehow acquire
bristles from a wire brush from maintenance, and sharpen them to provide
the needle. The cylinder is made from a quality mechanical pencil and
the armature bar is made with a piece of flexible pallet band and dime
size magnet. The tattoo gun is then powered by the transistor of another
radio. So owning one of these tattoo "pistols" is quite costly and in
prison, "money" can be hard to come by!<br />
<a href="http://amazing-tattoos.blogspot.co.uk/2011/11/prison-tattoos-and-their-meaning.html" target="_blank">[source]</a><br />
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Prison Tattoos & Meanings</h2>
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A.C.A.B</h3>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">ACAB is an acronym very commonly found inked on the bodies of British prisoners. It stands for All Cops Are Bastards. Some with the tattoo claim that ACAB stands for 'Always Carry A Bible', but it's widely believed that these are just people who regret their decisions or are trying to make a good impression. It seems like it must make things easy for the cops in England, having all of the criminals self-identify with this tattoo. It is often found on the knuckles. These days many British youths who have never gone to prison have ACAB tattoos to signify their willingness to go to prison for their crew or gang.</span></div>
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<b><a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html" target="_blank">[source]</a></b></div>
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Clock With No Hands </h3>
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ACAB
is an acronym very commonly found inked on the bodies of British
prisoners. It stands for All Cops Are Bastards. Some with the tattoo
claim that ACAB stands for 'Always Carry A Bible', but it's widely
believed that these are just people who regret their decisions or are
trying to make a good impression. It seems like it must make things easy
for the cops in England, having all of the criminals self-identify with
this tattoo. It is often found on the knuckles. These days many British
youths who have never gone to prison have ACAB tattoos to signify their
willingness to go to prison for their crew or gang.<br />
Read more at <a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99" style="color: #003399;">http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99</a></div>
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ACAB
is an acronym very commonly found inked on the bodies of British
prisoners. It stands for All Cops Are Bastards. Some with the tattoo
claim that ACAB stands for 'Always Carry A Bible', but it's widely
believed that these are just people who regret their decisions or are
trying to make a good impression. It seems like it must make things easy
for the cops in England, having all of the criminals self-identify with
this tattoo. It is often found on the knuckles. These days many British
youths who have never gone to prison have ACAB tattoos to signify their
willingness to go to prison for their crew or gang.<br />
Read more at <a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99" style="color: #003399;">http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99</a></div>
A tattoo of a clock with no hands is one of the subtler prison tattoos you might come across. It means 'doing time' and is representative of a long prison sentence. Prison inmates have an interesting view of time, especially those serving long sentences. Prisoners view time as somewhat meaningless, which is what this tattoo is meant to represent. Prisoners will often choose not to count the days they are in prison. The clock tattoo can come in a few forms, it can be the face of a wall clock or a grandfather clock. Sometimes the tattoo is even done as a wristwatch, straps and all. Clocks in general are a popular tattoo and they don't all represent prison life: always look to see if the clock has hands<br />
<b><a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html" target="_blank">[source]</a> </b><br />
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Teardrop Tattoo</h3>
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One of the most widely recognized prison tattoos is the teardrop. But the meaning of the teardrop varies geographically. In some places a teardrop represents a long prison sentence, in other places the teardrop represents that the bearer committed a murder. Sometimes the teardrop is empty. This can symbolize an attempted murder, or that one of the inmate's friends was murdered and that they are seeking revenge. </div>
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Rappers and other celebrities have popularized teardrop tattoos, which has led to many non-convicts getting the prison tattoos just for the 'hard' look it creates. If you are considering getting a teardrop tattoo, be warned: If you go to prison for the first time while sporting an unauthentic prison tattoo, you will make a lot of enemies, real fast!</div>
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<b><a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html" target="_blank">[source]</a> </b></div>
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In the Russian prison system, a tattoo on the chest symbolizes a 'Prince of Thieves'. This is the highest rank a Russian convict can achieve, and these are generally worn by high-ups in the mob. Russian convicts have one of the most intricate tattoo cultures of any group of people. There are literally dozens of Russian criminal tattoos, each with it's own distinct meaning. For example, a man with stars on his knees does not bow down to any authority. A man with a tiger on his chest is aggressive towards the police. A web with a spider in it symbolizes a drug addiction. Bells symbolize freedom while roses mean a wasted youth. A manacle represents a 5-year prison term, while a bear is reserved for professional safe-crackers............ The list goes on and on.<b></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html" target="_blank">[source]</a></b></div>
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The three dots tattoo is a very common prison tattoo that symbolizes 'mi vida loca' or 'my crazy life.' It doesn't symbolize any particular gang, but rather the gang lifestyle. </div>
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It's typically found on the hands or around the eyes. The three dots tattoo can also carry some religious significance, representing the holy trinity. Dot tattoos are often done using the stick-and-poke method. This is a home-made tattoo procedure that involves very rudimentary tools, like a pencil or a sewing needle. Almost any sharp objects can be used, and it's often whatever the inmates can get their hands on.</div>
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<b><a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html" target="_blank">[source]</a> </b></div>
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With tattoos dating back to age 13, this inmate was working toward a
“full shirt” of tattoos — chest, back and arms fully tattooed. The
Harley-Davidson Evolution motorcycle commemorates the beloved,
customized bike his ex-wife sold in their divorce.</div>
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This 24-year-old inmate got his small teardrop tattoo at age 15 and
says it means “somebody’s mother doesn’t have a son any more.” The dragon
and demon emerging from slits rendered in his chest (left and right)
are common prison tattoos and generally represent the wearer’s evil
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Lightning bolts on one side of this man’s neck and “Thank God I’m
White” on the other clearly announce his racist beliefs formed, he says,
during his 15 years in California prisons. Other tattoos include the
names of his children, opium poppies, the years of his three prison
terms, prison walls and bars, him “dreaming about my old lady” and his favourite tattoo — “In Memory of Mac and Annie,” his grandparents. In the
California prisons, he used to trade “a cap of weed” for a tattoo, and
crooked guards would bring in bottles of ink.</div>
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Lightning bolts symbolize “white power” and racist beliefs. The
crude cross and chain were applied while this inmate was incarcerated at
the old Idaho State Penitentiary (which closed in 1973), and the same
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This inmate had a reclining figure tattooed on his chest so that “no
matter how old or ugly I got, I’d still have a good-looking woman next
to me.” The portrait is of one of his five ex-wives. A repeat offender
rapist, the man has been in prison since 1976.</div>
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ACAB
is an acronym very commonly found inked on the bodies of British
prisoners. It stands for All Cops Are Bastards. Some with the tattoo
claim that ACAB stands for 'Always Carry A Bible', but it's widely
believed that these are just people who regret their decisions or are
trying to make a good impression. It seems like it must make things easy
for the cops in England, having all of the criminals self-identify with
this tattoo. It is often found on the knuckles. These days many British
youths who have never gone to prison have ACAB tattoos to signify their
willingness to go to prison for their crew or gang.<br />
Read more at <a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99" style="color: #003399;">http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99</a></div>
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ACAB
is an acronym very commonly found inked on the bodies of British
prisoners. It stands for All Cops Are Bastards. Some with the tattoo
claim that ACAB stands for 'Always Carry A Bible', but it's widely
believed that these are just people who regret their decisions or are
trying to make a good impression. It seems like it must make things easy
for the cops in England, having all of the criminals self-identify with
this tattoo. It is often found on the knuckles. These days many British
youths who have never gone to prison have ACAB tattoos to signify their
willingness to go to prison for their crew or gang.<br />
Read more at <a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99" style="color: #003399;">http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99</a> A tattoo of a clock with no hands is one of the subtler prison tattoos you might come across. It means 'doing time' and is representative of a long prison sentence. Prison inmates have an interesting view of time, especially those serving long sentences. Prisoners view time as somewhat meaningless, which is what this tattoo is meant to represent. Prisoners will often choose not to count the days they are in prison. The clock tattoo can come in a few forms, it can be the face of a wall clock or a grandfather clock. Sometimes the tattoo is even done as a wristwatch, straps and all. Clocks in general are a popular tattoo and they don't all represent prison life: always look to see if the clock has hands</div>
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A
tattoo of a clock with no hands is one of the subtler prison tattoos
you might come across. It means 'doing time' and is representative of a
long prison sentence. Prison inmates have an interesting view of time,
especially those serving long sentences. Prisoners view time as somewhat
meaningless, which is what this tattoo is meant to represent. Prisoners
will often choose not to count the days they are in prison. The clock
tattoo can come in a few forms, it can be the face of a wall clock or a
grandfather clock. Sometimes the tattoo is even done as a wristwatch,
straps and all. Clocks in general are a popular tattoo and they don't
all represent prison life: always look to see if the clock has hands<br />
Read more at <a href="http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99" style="color: #003399;">http://izismile.com/2013/08/02/the_meaning_behind_various_prison_tattoos_15_pics.html#FhePvoPuxlIx5Vr2.99</a></div>
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Prison-made
tattoos are a form of communication for inmates who live in a situation
that bans most other means of self-expression. These messages, which
are easily “read” by other inmates, tell a lot about the wearer,
including gang membership, status in prison, family relationships,
special life events, spiritual beliefs and personal values. - See more
at: http://thebluereview.org/prison-tattoos/#sthash.lnGz1iLj.dpuf<br />
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Reciprocal
influences exist between prison and professional tattooing. For many
years, prison tattoos emulated the techniques of professional tattoo
artists. While the professional shops had access to tattoo machines as
early as the 1890s, prison tattoo artists relied on a similar hand-held
method that used a bundle of sewing needles affixed to a handle. Using
this crude set-up, a strong line could be worked that was very similar
to that created by the electric machine, which also used several
needles.<br />
Tattoos made in this style have a heavy outline with little or no interior shading.<br />
In the 1970s, prison tattoo artists began to use a single needle
(often affixed to simple electric motor); this method spawned a distinct
style of tattooing labeled “fineline” for the characteristic subtle
details of shading that result in an almost photo-realistic product.
This new look was noted by “outside” professional tattoo artists, who
adopted and popularized the all-black fineline style in the mid- to
late-1970s. It remains an important prison and mainstream tattoo style
today.<br />
The photos in this exhibit are are from a collection shot by Peter
Wollheim in 1993. The subjects represent a broad range of ages (the
oldest inmate in the study was first locked up in 1938) and locations,
including federal and state prisons across Idaho and in many other
states.<br />
- See more at: http://thebluereview.org/prison-tattoos/#sthash.lnGz1iLj.dpuf</div>
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Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08076499131679381591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6158282892866748170.post-283044135440283582013-06-18T00:59:00.004+01:002013-09-19T00:58:38.247+01:00Angel TattoosAngel tattoos have been around since Europeans and Americans have embraced tattooing as a way to express their beliefs and at the same time have a pictorial representation of their inner being. Angel tattoos can be drawn in the many variations that angels have been depicted through out history. The number of different angels is as numerous as the number of ways a tattoo artist can draw them. Either through religious significance or through love of the icon, angel tattoos can express a persons interest in the after life or their fascination with the beauty of the creature.<br />
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There is some debate of whether a Christian can represent their beliefs by wearing an angel tattoo. Some denominations translate the Bible as saying that the body is the temple of the Holy Ghost and to defy the temple is to defy God. This catch all phrase gives religious advocates the right to put alcohol, tobacco, gluttony, and now tattoos as defecation to your body and through the body, God. Even angel tattoos and crucifix tattoos are being scrutinized. In contrast, the Catholic Church, especially those of Hispanic background allow all sorts of religious icons, even those that include angel tattoos and the likeness of Christ.<br />
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Angel tattoos can take on the opposite persona when used in an anti-religious context. The Hells Angels and the Devils Disciples, two outlaw bike gangs have embraced the angel tattoo in a different way than those who have religious connections. Scantly clad angel tattoos have been drawn that depict angels in their beauty, but also the beauty of their body. Angel tattoos with bare breasts and long flowing hair are accented with their heavenly gifts of extreme beauty and angelic wings have become an art form that has taken a life of its own.<br />
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Another take on the angel tattoo is the opposite side of the religious coin. Lucifer was an archangel that defiled Gods word and was cast from heaven. He has angels that followed him and even considered demons; these dark angels have adorned the body art enthusiast as a form of dark beauty and malevolence. The dark angel tattoo may represent a more sinister vampire attitude than the angel tattoos of their heavenly counterpart. They should not be considered evil or a bad talisman, but an expression of freedom of thought from the viewpoint of the wearer.<br />
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No matter if you wear the angel tattoo to express your belief of God and your belief that angels are protectors and messengers or you wear an angel tattoo because it expresses beauty and just plan good art, the angel tattoo is a strong icon that can represent many things. When judging people who have angel tattoos have an open mind. Though the picture may be dark or sacrilegious to you, the body art enthusiast it may just mean that they liked the picture. Tattoos are powerful symbols. Whether you are trying to portray your funny side with a cartoon character or show that you have a religious preference and belief with an angel tattoo, the symbols are a reflection of the wearers likes and beliefs and should not be judged by appearance alone.<br />
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The popularity of body piercing requires that those considering the procedure to think about the things that are common sense practices in order to protect themselves from the not uncommon infected piercings and piercing problems arising from the process.<br />
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For example, before you ever allow a needle to touch you, you should insist upon being cleaned with a solution that ensures if something touches you where you're being pierced, nothing will be inserted into your body because of sloppy practices.<br />
Piercing needles are another part of the piercing process we need to look at, as they need to be clean and free of any contaminants that could cause us potentially serious infection and harm.<br />
If we think in terms of what we would do in any typical situation to protect ourselves, we can watch for any type of practice that may do us damage.<br />
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While we must be aware of what happens before we ever start getting pierced, we also must remain vigilant afterwards as well. Because if we've missed something, or an unexpected infection or soreness arises, we must be ready to take care of it as quickly as possible and not allow them to continue on, thinking it's just something that is part of being pierced.<br />
There will be soreness in most cases, as that is simply part of having it done to us, but anything more than that should be watched very carefully, especially if fever of any kind accompany it. In that case we should see a physician asap.Taking care of regular piercing soreness<br />
If you're sore after being pierced, no matter where the insertion was made, the best way to take care of that is by applying some ice to it. That should take care of most of the problem if there are no other complications involved.<br />
It can be different depending on the sensitivity of the area, such as tongue piercing, nose piercing, belly button piercing, ear piercing, lip piercing, or any other sensitive area. The following illustration details the recovery times for various body piercings<br />
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Another factor is the pain tolerance of the recipient of the piercing.<br />
Piercing infection can happen in any area, and we must not ignore it, even if we do have a high tolerance for pain. Again, probably the most important factor is the fever aspect, as pain in general is hard to gauge with the inevitable soreness, and in a number of cases - sensitive areas - that will without a doubt experience some discomfort from the needles.<br />
This doesn't mean we are to be fearful and in torment about the process, what it means is even though you're getting the treatment in what looks like a clean atmosphere, you still must watch what's happening, as it's really a type of medical procedure, and that means there are potential risks that accompany the procedure.<br />
So piercing aftercare is mostly similar to any medical experience we have; watching for infections and fevers, and observing where we've been pierced, even if they are more than one place. That's just good practice, and don't assume everything is ok just because nothing happens immediately. Simply be aware that it needs to be watched closely until it heals and all danger of possible infection is past.<br />
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Body piercing problems</h3>
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One of the more irresponsible aspects of body piercing is thinking it's done in something similar to a tattoo parlour and so the idea of nothing could happen is part of our thought processes, even when the potential risks are real.<br />
This isn't to say the risks aren't solvable, or that negative results can't be healed or taken care of, but it's the neglecting of them that can cause the problems. The attitude is out there by some that there's nothing that could really happen from being body pierced, so we have a nonchalant attitude that could be harmful if some side effects emerge from the piercing.<br />
Be aware that body piercing aftercare is primarily watching more than anything, and once your piercing is healed you can be a little less vigilant, although it never hurts to keep watching to see if everything remains okay.<br />
This also must continue on if you somehow rip open or tear the place you've been pierced, as that's no different than if you were pierced again with a needle, so the observation period must begin again if some type of accident causes that to happen.<br />
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It usually means a tattoo artist to be must take the initiative to learn all they can, however they can. This ideally means working their way into a shop as an intern or apprentice, getting a first hand taste of what tattooing is all about. However, there are far more people who want that type of job than their are jobs available. What to do? <br />
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Often, left with no other choice, many decide to go at it alone, and buy some tattooing equipment, instructional DVD's, and hopefully some fake skin to practice on (or some brave friends.) In this article, let's take a look at what those "must have" basic tattoo supplies would be that a person would need to get things started. This will be a basic overview without any fluff or extra items.<br />
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<b>1. A Tattoo Machine.</b><br />
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This is the primary instrument of tattooing. It's best to refer to it as a tattoo machine and not a tattoo gun - professions kind of scorn the term 'gun' as trite. In any event, this gun-like device is what most everyone is familiar with when it comes to tattooing. Learning how to handle, clean, and properly load a tattoo gun is something you'd want to learn.<br />
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<b>2. Tattoo Inks.</b><br />
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Tattoo ink and the needles work in tandem with the machine to inject skin into the flesh. For starters needing the least amount of tattoo supplies, black of course is the most common tattoo ink colour used. If only a 2-3 other inks were to be purchased, the colours to pick would likely be: red, green, and blue, but the more colours you can get the better!<br />
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<b>3. Tattooing Needles.</b><br />
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The tattoo needles are instrumental in performing the job - without them, there'd be no way to get the ink into the skin. Tattoo machines work with two different types of needles, known as shader and liner needles. Shader needles make it easier to colour wider or larger areas, whereas liner needles are used to perform detailed work and outlining work.<br />
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<b>4. A Power Supply.</b><br />
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A tattoo machine is not battery operated! A good power supply needs to be hooked up to the unit for it to function. If affordable, seek out a power supply that offers control from a pedal switch that can be operated by stepping on them with your feet. This leaves the artists hands free to focus and guide the actual tattoo work being done without needing to be concerned about supplying power to their unit.<br />
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There are other tattoo supplies of interest, such as ink caps, gloves, and other smaller items, but the 4 aforementioned supplies will get you started. The only supply left that's relevant to mention is the use of fake skin to practice on. It sounds gross, but it's something you'd definitely want to use before trying to tattoo anyone's actual skin, including your own. At the same time, it goes without saying that some kind of instructional or educational DVD's or books would also be a great idea to use in combination with these beginner tattoo supplies.<br />
As mentioned earlier, the items listed above are what you would need as a <i>basic requirement </i>to get started as a tattooist, in future articles I will look at "How to be a Tattooist" from a more advanced stand point.<br />
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A New Tattoo? So What Do You Do Now?</h3>
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You've endured the procedure and now your skin is graced with some new artwork. Congratulations! However, getting the tattoo work done is just the first step. You now need to take care of the tattoo and help it heal.<br />How can you do this?<br />It's not hard, it only takes a little understanding of what you put your skin through, and what you need to do to help it heal.<br />
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<br />First and foremost, always listen to your tattoo artist. Unless you are getting your work done in someone's garage, your tattoo artist should explain to you everything you need to know to properly care for your tattoo after the tattoo session is completed.<br />If you begin to see an infection or an allergic reaction to the ink used or the process itself, consult your tattoo artist or a medical professional. <i><b>DO NOT WAIT</b></i> to see if the symptoms will go away on their own. They just might go away on their own, but could also skew or distort your tattoo, turning what should be a nice piece of artwork into an embarrassing mess.<br />
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Caring For Your New Tattoo - Tattoo Aftercare</h4>
<br />Caring for your new tattoo is easy, and all you really need to do is listen to what your skin is telling you.<br />The aftercare you provide your new tattoo depends upon the size and location of the tattoo. If you get a tattoo on part of your skin that is constantly rubbing against clothing or other body parts, you might have a harder time healing, and thus increase the number of days of healing time required.<br />With that in mind, and every tattoo being unique, as well as every person being unique and having varying degrees of healing rates, the following general outline describes what you will go through and what you should be doing during hours to days after getting your new tattoo.<br />Keep your new tattoo out of sunlight, this is a really important part of your tattoo aftercare! (you will be reminded about this if you do catch any sunlight on this as you'll feel an intense stinging), stay out of any swimming pools, the ocean or anything else that would submerge the tattoo and keep it from getting oxygen. Once the tattoo is fully healed, you can resume these types of activities.<br />Your new tattoo will also have a pretty red glow about it. After all, you just tortured your skin with a million needle pricks. The red glow will go away naturally and is a normal part of getting a tattoo. Some say tattoo's look their best with the red glow there.<br />
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Following the above guidelines on tattoo aftercare will help you keep your tattoo looking bright and fresh as the day you received it.<br />Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08076499131679381591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6158282892866748170.post-69576670997008836832013-05-31T13:26:00.000+01:002013-06-01T00:24:29.490+01:00The History of TattoosThe day that a girl received her first tattoo her father-in-law came along. Both she and her husband tried for hours to talk him into receiving a tattoo of his own. He found the request humorous to say the least. He swore that he would never want a tattoo because tattoos were just rebellious acts of self expression, only used by criminals and misfits.<br />
Her father-in-law grew up in a close nit family; his father was a preacher and a clock maker. He was very close to his father. Later that same year his father passed away. He had a dream the night his father passed away, in the dream he saw a big grandfathers clock with bright light all around it floating up to heaven . When he awoke he heard the news that his father had passed on. The very next day he went and received a marvellous tattoo of an angel embracing a grandfather’s clock . This made her ask herself; what reasons do people around the world receive tattoos and what is the history behind the act of tattooing? During her research she came to the realization that tattoos are not just rebellious acts of self expression; they have been used for medicinal purposes, in spiritual rituals, and even as a form of punishment.<br />
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Tattoos have been around for thousands of years. The science world has accepted previously that the oldest evidence of tattooing was found in Egypt. Specifically tattooed female figurines were found dating back to 3500 B.C. Female’s drawn into tomb scenes and other female figurines were found dating back to 1200 and 1300 B.C With tattoos on their thighs. Additionally discovered were small instruments made of bronze, recognized as tattooing tools, dating back to 1450B.C.<br />
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Moreover three female Tattooed mummies were found dating back to 2000B.C, However, the 1991 discovery of Ice Man found around the Italian-Austrian border has pushed the previously mentioned date back another thousand years to around 5200 B.C. In fact, Ice man had 58 separate tattoos.<br />
Accordingly, many of Ice mans tattoos’ were located over arthritic joints; in fact, Ice mans tattoos were mostly groups of parallel lines. Furthermore some of the tattoos were placed in acupuncture locations used for relieving pain, anaesthesia, promoting endurance, and detoxification.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Oetzi the iceman was found to have 58 separate tattoos</td></tr>
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Additionally, historians believe that the reason that tattoos were only found on women in Ancient Egypt is that tattooing was used as an aid in giving birth. Specifically tattoos were placed largely on the thighs and abdomen and formed in a protective fashion. Equally important, in medicine today doctors sometimes use tattooing in medical procedures.<br />
Tattoos are used in accordance with radiation and re-constructive surgery. For Instance, during radiation therapy for cancer patients a precise target must be hit every time thus the medical professionals sometimes tattoo a target pattern onto the skin so that they know that they are accurately treating the cancer. Additionally, in re-constructive surgery tattoos are used for multiple reasons.<br />
One way that tattoos are used for re-constructive purposes is for colouring in an areola after a mastectomy. A mastectomy is the removal of a breast usually after a diagnosis of breast cancer; this procedure helps the recipient to go on with their lives with a better self image. Another use for tattoos in today’s medical world is to return a person’s skin pigmentation back to its original colour after a burn or genetic disorder. Evidence shows that tattoos may have been used for medicinal purposes dating back to the first tattoos and still continue to be used for this purpose even today.<br />
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Although there is striking evidence that early tattoos were used vastly for medicinal purposes, there is also evidence that shows tattoos have played a key role in the spirituality of some cultures throughout history. Statuettes with tattoos representing fertility and rejuvenation were placed in tombs as offerings. Of course in Ancient Egypt sexuality went hand and hand with life. These statuettes were apparently designed to “arouse the sexual instinct of the deceased and to ensure resurrection.”<br />
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Additionally, Buddhist Monks dip two prong rods into a dark mixture made with snake venom and repeatedly puncture the skin of followers. The people of this faith believe that this ceremony will cast out demons and keep them from harm. In the same way in Thailand many people believe that tattoos provide one with special powers. Consequently some people believe that a Tattoo will make them immortal. Animal tattoos are used a great deal; the wearer believes that in receiving an animal tattoo they will ascertain some of the animal’s powers. Moreover, Animal tattoos were usually a source for power filling the believer with spirits.<br />
In ancient times some people believed the relationship between inside and outside the skin is the separator between the passions deep within. History tells of a warrior found with tattoos identified as used to promote the supernatural force to take hold of the body during a trance and to stimulate the body and give the person magical powers. This warrior exhibited a pattern of dots tattooed on both sides of his spine as well as his face.<br />
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In modern time’s Christian warriors tattooed crosses on top of their hands to ensure a Christian burial, although, the Bible speaks of one not defiling the temple of the lord by tattooing oneself. Spiritual tattoos became an accepted way to show ones purpose and to ensure resurrection. In today’s society, tattoos are being used more often to show devotion to the God of Christianity. These religious tattoos range from a simple cross, a picture of Jesus, or Mary, and even praying hands. The receivers of these tattoos wear them almost as amulets believing they are protected under the watchful eyes of their God.<br />
However, In Japan Tattoos began to be used not to promote spirituality or alleviate illness, but as a form of punishment. The first mention of tattooing in Japan was not until 720 A.D. The Emperor called before him a prisoner who was accused of trying to overthrow the state, and told him, “Instead of punishing you by death I will sentence you to be tattooed.” accordingly from that point forward tattoos branded criminals and marked them for their crimes.<br />
Different areas in Japan used different symbols to mark their criminals, in one region a dog was tattooed on the offender’s forehead. The tattooed person was then no longer accepted by his family or allowed to attend social events. In the 17th century tattooing was phased out as the main form of punishment because average people were starting to use tattoos to decorate their bodies and criminals were starting to cover their tattoos. The emperor once restored, banned his people from receiving tattoos. Tattoos were outlawed in the 19th century; the emperor made a law that only foreigners were allowed to receive tattoos. He feared that the western world would find his people barbaric.<br />
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In conclusion, tattoos have been around for thousands of years; they have been used for centuries to enhance people’s lives. The evidence has shown in most cultures tattoos have been widely accepted as a form of spiritual growth or medicinal healing this is even present in today’s society. Once Tattoos were used as a form of punishment, it was then common knowledge that tattoos were only for criminals, a barbaric custom at best. It becomes obvious when researching the history of tattooing; tattoos are not just rebellious acts of self expression. They have been used throughout history to endorse the health and well being of there recipients; for example, the Egyptians have shown a history of tattooing for protection and to entice the spirits, the Buddhist monks have used tattooing to ward off evil spirits ,and the people in Thailand make use of the act of tattooing to gain spiritual powers. Even today tattoos are used for these purposes, as illustrated by the girl’s father-in-law who used tattooing as a way to stay spiritually connected to his ancestors. As well as medical professionals who use them to promote the health of cancer patients and to inspire confidence in patients after suffering from a medical condition.<br />
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What is more Punk rock than punk knuckle tattoos? .....Nothing! In my opinion, punk knuckle tattoos show someone's tough side. They say, "Don't eff with me, dude!"<br />
You can be very creative with knuckle tattoos. Any sayings that are made up of eight letters are perfect for your knuckle tattoo. The punk knuckle tattoos posted here say Lonesome and MudPuppy. You could put your punk nickname on your knuckles, your favourite punk band, or anything reminding you of your punk roots.<br />
Just remember, this particular tattoo hurts worse than other areas and will be one of the first things that people notice when they meet you. If you go with a punk knuckle tattoo, make sure you're going to be punk rock for life!<br />
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Another great option for punks and punk rock lovers is to get a punk band tattoo. Punk rock in general seems to be fading out of the music scene, at least in the mainstream's eye, but you can go with one of the original punk bands, such as The Ramones or The Sex Pistols as your punk rock band tattoo. Or you could go with one of the more recent and infamous punk bands like NOFX or even The Misfits.<br />
The Clash and Siouxsie Sioux and the Banshees would be two other awesome punk bands to make up your punk band tattoo.<br />
Think about also the places that made punk grow into a worldwide phenomenon. I think about <b><a href="http://www.mtv.com/bands/c/cbgb/news_feature_110606/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CBGB's bar</a></b>, which is now unfortunately shut down, that stood in New York City for years and really brought punk rock into the US. The UK is the country of punk origins, so maybe you could even go with a UK flag on your arm or back. Use your imagination and make sure you are picking the punk band tattoo that you will want forever. For me, I would pick out The Ramones, as they are the classic and one of the originators of punk music.Punk Symbol Tattoos - Anarchy, Skulls, etc.<br />
What symbols are essentially punk rock all the way? The sign of the rebel - anarchy! The symbol of anarchy is basically a capitalized A with a circle around it. Many Christians claim this symbol to be Satanic; however, that is not truthful. It simply represents the concept of anarchy, which has been a symbol of the punk way of life and way of thinking since day one. Rebellion is the definition of anarchy.<br />
Another punk tattoo that you could get done is that of a skull. What else spells punk rock than a skull with a mohawk, for example? Or check out the cute punk girl with her punk skull tattoo to the right. A scary skull on a hot punk girl is total punk rock!<br />
Any other symbol that represents punk rock or the punk community would work for your perfect punk rock tattoo. If you need even more ideas, scroll down through the punk rock tattoo photos below.<br />
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<br />Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08076499131679381591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6158282892866748170.post-52666101938270533672013-04-10T12:57:00.000+01:002013-09-05T14:30:54.636+01:00Tattoo Me Now - Full Review<u><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, Serif;">Please note this is my own personal review of Tattoo Me Now</span></span></b></u> - <b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://1e3507nfhpyuawerorksboex0k.hop.clickbank.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE to visit the Tattoo Me Now official site</a></span></b><br />
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Deciding to get a tattoo is a decision that you can make in a second and regret for a lifetime. Making that decision in a tattoo shop can lead to an impulsive choice that you'll have to live with for the rest of your life.<br />
A tattoo is a very personal thing and something that you should be proud of and not embarrassed of.<br />
I searched the web for a service that could help to make this decision that was both hassle and pressure free, I believe that I have found that service, a tattoo membership site called <b><a href="http://1e3507nfhpyuawerorksboex0k.hop.clickbank.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tattoo Me Now</a></b><br />
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Tattoo Me Now is a membership site that has been created to allow people to make a pressure free choice of tattoo from thousands of quality original tattoo designs all from the comfort of their own homes, Tattoo Me Now, however, is much more than just an online tattoo gellery, it is a thriving community with thousands of members, inside the Tattoo me Now membership area you will find the following 6 main sections.<br />
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<li><b>Tattoo Me Now Design Gallery - </b>Here you will find over 3500 original tattoo designs all separated into over 40 different categories such as tribal, animal, ethnic, biker and abstract to name but a few. In this section you can browse and print out whatever designs catch your eye (there is no limit to the number of designs you can print out) once you are certain that you have made the right choice simply take your printed design to your tattooist of choice for your final inking.</li>
<li><b>Members Gallery - </b>A great feature of the Tattoo me Now membership site is the helpful, friendly and thriving community, Inside this section you will find hundreds of images members have posted of their own tattoos, people post these pictures so that other members can can comment on them or give advice on how the design could be improved or added to, as the photo's are all separated into relevant categories it is simple to navigate to designs that you may be specifically interested in.</li>
<li><b>Studio Directory - </b>The Tattoo Me Now studio directory contains a list of over 10,000 tattoo studios in more than 38 countries. All studios are ranked using a 5 star system and also include a comments section where members can post reviews based on their own experiences with a particular studio, all extremely useful in helping you make an informed decision as to where you go to actually get your tattoo done.</li>
<li><b>Discussion Forum - </b>The Tattoo Me Now discussion forum is a great place to meet and interact with other members and professional tattoo artists, get opinions and advice on any design you may have in mind or answers to any questions you may have.</li>
<li><b>Video Vault - </b>This is a nice element of the Tattoo Me Now membership site, you'll find videos of members showing off their latest designs along with professional tattoo artists showcasing their work and giving advice on tattooing in general as well as covering topics such as "tattoo removal" also included in this section are some great videos showing what happens at some of the worlds biggest tattoo conventions!</li>
<li><b>Media Library - </b>This area of the members section contains some useful educational materials, you'll find eBook titles such as "Infection Prevention" "Getting Inked" and Xtasys Tattoo Design eBook" and many, many more, some of the titles available I have actually seen being sold in their own right on other websites but you can read or download them all here for free.</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, Serif;">Having monitored the Tattoo Me Now site during February and March 2013 it is clear that the site is constantly being updated, nearly 250 new designs and several eBooks have all been added during this period.</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, Serif;">Whether you are looking for your first tattoo design or wanting to add to your collection <a href="http://1e3507nfhpyuawerorksboex0k.hop.clickbank.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tattoo Me Now </a> offers a wealth of choice and advice as well as connecting you with like minded people, it really is a "membership" site in every sense of the word, chances are once you've joined Tattoo Me Now and taken advantage of all the resources on offer, the next tattoo you get will be one your going to be proud of for the rest of your life.</span></b></span><br />
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</span>Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08076499131679381591noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6158282892866748170.post-39993103103184099592013-04-03T14:00:00.000+01:002013-04-23T22:23:16.267+01:00Tattoo RemovalThere are as many reasons for people wanting to have their tattoos removed as there are for people wanting to get them done in the first place!<br />
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Maybe their employers frown on tattoos........maybe the actual artwork is sub-standard.......maybe the tattoo was of a personal nature and those personal circumstances have changed........but probably the most common reason for people wanting their tattoos removed is that they rushed into the decision or choice of tattoo in the first place.<br />
Tattoos are personal and the #1 thought in your mind when you decide to get one should be <b>"I will have this tattoo for the rest of my life"</b> <br />
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During the process of getting a tattoo, ink is injected deep into the dermis, which is the secondary layer of skin, with the intention of the tattoo lasting a life-time, with this in mind it's easy to see why tattoo removal can be a very involved, not to mention painful process.<br />
Tattoo removal will usually result in some scarring or at the very least a lightening of the skin at the site of removal. <br />
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The success rates of tattoo removals can be affected by several factors, the size and colour of the tattoo and the location on the body being the two main ones.<br />
Very small tattoos can often be removed by excision, the tattoo is simply cut out and the skin stitched back together, this will usually result in a scar but as the tattoo was small so will the scar be.<br />
Larger tattoos can also be removed using this method, although the procedure may have to be carried out several times allowing each procedure to heal before the next one is carried out. Larger tattoos removed in this way can often lead to quite extensive scarring.<br />
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One of the most popular methods of tattoo removal is laser treatment, lasers are used to break up the coloured ink used in the tattoo and the bodies cells attack and eradicate these coloured cells naturally, again this method will involve a number of repeat treatments with larger tattoos and whilst scarring can still occur skin lightening is a more common side effect of this procedure.<br />
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One final thing to bear in mind, often tattoos that are of a personal design, such as names or dates etc. can, as an alternative to removal, be modified by a competent tattooist and turned into a totally new and original tattoo.....this is something that is definitely worth considering in my opinion.<br />
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<br />Simonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08076499131679381591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6158282892866748170.post-28730282209809660602013-03-20T20:59:00.003+00:002013-04-18T23:59:16.543+01:00Why Get A Tattoo?Tattoos come in as many shapes, sizes, styles and colours as you can think of. Whilst it is true that there are methods for removing tattoos such as laser and abrasive treatments, when you make the decision to have a tattoo you should consider that whatever design you are going to have you should be happy to have it for life.<br />
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One reason a lot of people have for getting a tattoo is as simple as "I like the look of it" it may be a design they have seen on a celebrity or favourite sports star, or it may just be something that has caught their eye. A tattoo that has aesthetically pleasing colours and shapes is probably the most common reason for most people getting their first tattoo, but it is by no means the only reason, some people choose to have a tattoo in memory of a friend family member or even a favourite pet who have passed away, these tattoos often take the form of flowers or crosses incorporating names, dates of birth and death or even special sayings that were important to the deceased.<br />
One of the most complicated tattoos that you can have done involves copying an image of a loved one from a photograph, although it is worth mentioning that if you choose to have a tattoo done from a photograph then you should make sure that your chosen tattooist is a master of his art!.....<i>nothing </i>looks worse than a poorly done portrait tattoo!<br />
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Partners and children are another popular subject for tattoos, millions of people every year will have designs incorporating dates of birth, wedding days or simply names of loved ones tattooed in intricate designs such as flowers, hearts, special script fonts or even likenesses. Achievements, events and other memorable personal time-lines are also chosen to display a lifetime reminder of important moments in peoples lives. <br />
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Tattoos hold spiritual status in many cultures and have done for thousands of years (long before it became "fashionable" to have a tattoo) and their intricate designs have become common in our culture, although many people have absolutely no idea to their true meaning" and as I mentioned earlier many are chosen simply because they "look cool!"<br />
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If you have decided that you are going to have a tattoo, especially if it is your first one, <b>don't </b>rush into it! <b>never</b> have a tattoo done on your first visit to a tattooist's, take a look around at his/her designs, ask if you can have a sample of any design that really catches your eye.....although a lot of tattooists won't agree to this as you could be taking their designs and getting another tattooist to do the work!......make sure the salon is clean and hygienic and if possible get to see some of his/her work that is actually on the skin!<br />
One final option that is well worth considering is to find a membership site online such as <b><a href="http://e0183asktfvn7q8ufpbu6qfp0v.hop.clickbank.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tattoo Me Now</a> </b>these sites charge a small membership fee but allow you to browse, download and print thousands of original tattoo designs at no extra cost allowing you to choose a design in your own time with no pressure and from the comfort of your own home.<br />
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