Archive for May, 2008

The Popularity of Rose Tattoos

Thursday, May 29th, 2008

Whether or not you are a fan of tattoos, chances are you can name a few popular tattoo designs. These designs include things like the names of loved ones, and more macabre things like skulls, However, there is one kind of tattoo that remains among the most requested, and that is the rose tattoo.

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Creepy Yet Creative: Skull Tattoos

Sunday, May 25th, 2008

As popular as tattoos have become, they remain an artist statement of rebellion for many people. In older times, it was though that only people of ill-repute had tattoos. Actually tattoos have been a source of tribal cultures for thousands of years. However, they still have that edginess to them in modern United States society, and no tattoo is more edgy than the skull tattoo.

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From Past To Present - Celtic Tattoos Carry On Long Time Tradition

Wednesday, May 21st, 2008

Celtic tradition can be traced back as far as the second millennium BCE. The society can claim roots in parts of Asia, the sub-continent of India, Europe, and Persia. Since the decline of the Celts, historians and archaeologists have continued to find the diversified remains of their society—manuscripts, religion, and the body art that has come to result in the modern day Celtic tattoos.

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Henna Tattoos Are An Impermanent Solution

Friday, May 16th, 2008

Have you ever wanted to get a tattoo? Maybe you thought better of it, or maybe you didn’t think you could handle the pain. The decision to get a tattoo is a big one, and it is permanent—so it is important to make sure that you really want a tattoo before you get one.

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Have Faith—Selecting Religious Tattoos For Your Belief System

Sunday, May 11th, 2008

More and more, tattoos are becoming a method of self expression. Whether you want to display your love for a person, place, or even a religion, there are many options available. Religious tattoos are common among many different belief systems, including Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jewish. There are many different symbols and designs pertaining to each faith that provide a great way to show your devotion to your religion.

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Wrist Tattoos—Putting Body Art On Public Display

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

There are many different areas on your body where you can get a tattoo. Where you choose tog et inked is a personal decision and is most likely affected by many personal factors. While it might not seem like it, this decision is big and could impact many other aspects of your life. Wrist tattoos are becoming more and more common—but is this the best choice for your tattoo placement?

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Back Tattoos Are Barely Visible

Saturday, May 3rd, 2008

Tattoo placement is one of the first decisions you make when you decide to take the plunge and get inked. First, you probably decide which symbol or design you would like. After that, however, most people consider where their tattoo will go. A common place to have a tattoo is the back.

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