Tatoo Art

By Tim Amlong The decorative and symbolically rich body modification of Japanese tattoos has been practiced in Japan for the last 10,000 years. Many Shogun rulers outlawed Japanese tattoo and were only used in marking and punishment of criminals. Polynesian locals have been getting intricate armband tattoos since the 17th century with a primitive...
A dragon is usually symbolized as a large powerful serpent or reptile with magical qualities in most cultures around the world. It is one of the few mythological creatures known in all four corners of the world and they inhabit the myths and legends of many cultures, ancient and modern. This makes dragon tattoos some of the most popular designs...
By Tom Cruz Tattoos have been around for hundreds of years and can be found in many different cultures. The ancient Egyptians used tattoos, African tribesmen used tattoos and very often these tattoos had a religious significance. In the West tattooing has long been a favorite of servicemen, particularly those serving in the navy. Modern day bikers...
By Declan O Reilly What are the Most Popular Tattoo Designs? Tribal Tattoos - Tribal tattoo designs have been around for hundreds of years and are becoming more and more complex and constantly evolving and morphing into what has become known as neo tribal tattoo styles. Tribal tattoos can be traditional 'black work' on the arms and legs or more...
By Chris Ryerson One of the fastest growing areas in the field of tattoos are female tattoo designs. When you think about the history of tattooing it was not too long ago that tattoos had a very different reputation and frequently when women did get tattoos say 20 years ago they would keep them well hidden. However, since the world of tattoos has...
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