Using Tattoo Photos For Display

You have an incredible tattoo-now what? You may wish to acquire lots of photos of your new tattoo and get them displayed in order so that person can see what you've done with your entire body and they can appreciate your tattoo photos. Not only will you get to screen the art, but the tattoo artist will also appreciate the totally free advertising.

When you might be ready to take the tattoo pictures, you may want to get a friend, loved ones member or some other person who knows how you can consider fantastic pictures. You'll be able to try and consider your tattoo photos on you own, but depending on the placement of your respective tattoo, you may struggle a bit with obtaining the picture appropriate. And no one wants to determine the image of you aiming the camera at the mirror, so make certain that somebody else can acquire the pictures for you personally.

You want your tattoo pictures to reflect all sides of one's tattoo. If you have a tattoo that wraps close to an arm or perhaps a leg, be sure to acquire photographs of multiple views, otherwise, a person might be missing the entire image. Once you could have a great set of tattoo photos, you'll have to find a spot to exhibit them.

If your pictures are fine, you may be able to send them into a tattoo magazine or web page to be able to must tattoo pics shown to other entire body art fans. In the event you can't get your photographs into a magazine, you'll be able to also come across other techniques to display your photographs. It is possible to put them up on a blog or perhaps a site, but those might not get quite a few views.

One more choice you could bring is to find a college student who is taking a photography class. Most of the time they're in need of subjects and they can bring your tattoo images for you. This way you'll have professional pictures for no cost as well as the pictures will most likely discover a place to be displayed someplace close to the college. In the event you live near a college campus, this could be a terrific option for you.

Whether that you are using tattoo images for your self or for the entire world to see, be sure you get a quality photograph of it and also make certain that you receive plenty of prints so that you could share with loved ones and friends, or maybe a lot more.

Art of Body Tattoo - popular Tattoo of th world

A tattoo is a permanent marking made by inserting ink into the layers of skin to change the pigment for decorative or other reasons. Tattoos on humans are a type of decorative body modification, while tattoos on animals are most commonly used for identification or branding.

Tattooing has been practiced worldwide. The Ainu, the indigenous people of Japan, traditionally wore facial tattoos. Today one can find Berbers of Tamazgha (North Africa) and Maori of New Zealand with facial tattoos. Tattooing was widespread among Polynesian peoples and among certain tribal groups in the Philippines, Borneo, Mentawai Islands, Africa, North America, South America, Mesoamerica, Europe, Japan, Cambodia, New Zealand and Micronesia. Despite some taboos surrounding tattooing, the art continues to be popular in many parts of the world.



Tattooing has been a Eurasian practice at least since Neolithic times. Ötzi the Iceman, dating from the fourth to fifth millennium BCE, was found in the Ötz valley in the Alps and had approximately 57 carbon tattoos consisting of simple dots and lines on his lower spine, behind his left knee, and on his right ankle. Other mummies bearing tattoos and dating from the end of the second millennium BC have been discovered, such as the Mummy of Amunet from Ancient Egypt and the mummies at Pazyryk on the Ukok Plateau.

Pre-Christian Germanic, Celtic and other central and northern European tribes were often heavily tattooed, according to surviving accounts. The Picts were famously tattooed (or scarified) with elaborate dark blue woad (or possibly copper for the blue tone) designs. Julius Caesar described these tattoos in Book V of his Gallic Wars (54 BCE).

Tattooing in Japan is thought to go back to the Paleolithic era, some ten thousand years ago.[citation needed] Various other cultures have had their own tattoo traditions, ranging from rubbing cuts and other wounds with ashes, to hand-pricking the skin to insert dyes.[citation needed

Tattooing in the Western world today has its origins in Polynesia, and in the discovery of tatau by eighteenth century explorers. The Polynesian practice became popular among European sailors, before spreading to Western societies generally

Cool and Very nice Tattoos Design

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Dragula hideous monster tattoo

Dragula hideous monster tattoo

from: Andi F.
to: tiangotlost@gmail.com
date: Tue, Aug 24, 2010 at 11:31 AM
subject: Kanji translations

Hey there! I totally LOVE your blog!

ok, so I have 2 different Kanji tattoos. I researched them myself, and was after the Japanese meanings of the characters. I didn't trust a tattoo shop book for either one. The fire/Ice tattoo is supposed to me "to be devoted". The kanji is composed out of the negative space. I was after a verb form, and I am most worried about this one.

Tell me I did it right!! Otherwise, back to the needle I go!

Thanks,

A

Granted this tattoo intended to be read from Japanese perspective, but 沒頭 literally means "no head" in Chinese, in other words "lack of common sense".

Alan has the following to add:

The tattoo is evidently 没頭る, which appears to be a "slangy" way of writing the Japanese verb "hamaru" which in itself is a slang way to say "be a fan of," "be absorbed in" or maybe "be devoted to" something like a rock band or a manga or some other pop culture phenomenon.

Originally, the verb hamaru was written 嵌る or 填る (or sometimes ハマる), but evidently due to the influence of the noun 没頭 [bottō], which means "devotion to" or "absorption in" something, people started writing the word like 没頭る but still pronouncing it hamaru. Perhaps one reason why people started writing the word with these new characters is because both of the old ones 嵌 and 填 were removed from common use in Japanese.

This use of different characters to write words is called 当て字 (ateji) in Japanese. These 当て字 can be used on a whim and there are no particular rules except what becomes popular.

Without common sense, indeed!

from: Sarah C.
to: tiangotlost@gmail.com
date: Wed, Aug 25, 2010 at 5:53 AM
subject: My husband's old tattoo!

I stumbled across your blog and have had a great time reading it!!

My husband is an unfortunate teenage tattoo victim. He very proudly displays this tattoo on his shoulder blade which he swears means "dragon". However I've looked up the character for dragon and it is nothing like his tattoo!

Does his tattoo have any meaning or is it an attack of gibberish?

Thank you!

Sarah

辰 represents the fifth zodiac year which happens to be "the year of dragon", not the actual dragon. However the tattooed character has an unnecessary extra bit at left upper corner.

Dragon is typically 龍 (or 龙) in Chinese, and 竜 in Japanese.

full body Tattoo Tiger Designs

I would like to share with you some of the myths and legends surrounding the tiger and perhaps give you some ideas on finding the best tiger tattoo design.

Most tiger tattoo designs are of the head of the tiger and why not, the tiger has a regal look about it, a proud gaze that suggests strength and wisdom. As a matter of interest the Chinese hold the tiger in high regard, because the markings on the forehead are similar to the Chinese symbol for king.
A Tiger head tattoo design looks great blended with many other tattoo designs, such as, tribal, flowers, lettering, etc, and looks fantastic in a full arm tattoo design. As a matter of fact, no matter if you just use the head of the tiger, or the whole body, you can't go wrong. Now let me tell you something about the myths and legends of the tiger.

Tigers have been around for around 2 million years and over the years a lot of mythology has surrounded this majestic animal. In China the tiger is the 3rd animal in the Chinese zodiac. Yin and Yan are at times represented as a Yin tigress and a Yan dragon.

In early China history, the highest ranking general was known as "the tiger" as the tiger was seen as a symbol of life and death, destruction and aggression.

I won't preach to you about the decline of the tiger numbers due to the loss of habitat, but I will tell you that for many years every part of the tiger was used in Chinese medicine (even tiger wine. Yuk!). Thankfully, the Chinese government has put a stop to this practice, and dishes out severe penalties to poachers or anyone found selling tiger medications.

And if you thinking how nice it would to be up close and personnel with a tiger, then think again, a tiger can reach up to 3.3 meters (11ft) in length and weigh up to 300 kilograms (660 pounds). The jaw of the tiger is capable of crushing the vertebrae of any animal on earth (yikes!).

A tiger has been documented as killing a fully grown Rhinoceros (yes, fully grown!!), and tigers have been known to smash the skulls of domestic cattle with a swipe of a paw. Tigers are such successful hunters they get to dine on a variety of animals, like rabbits, wild boar, pythons, young elephants, bears and crocodiles (that's right, Crocodiles!).

In Asian culture the tiger is the king of the beasts. The tiger is also seen as a symbol of power, strength, and boldness (no argument there), which is a pretty good reason to wear one on your arm I'd say.

from: Maija M.
to: tiangotlost@gmail.com
date: Tue, Aug 24, 2010 at 11:21 AM
subject: A promise to my Mom

Hi,

I got this tattoo to honor my Mom after she died from early onset Alzheimer's. At the time, I went back to school while I took care of her and got a degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The location has a special meaning to me and the characters were written for me by one of my teachers.

The two characters are supposed to read "Ma Carol" and the squired symbol then makes it Ma Ma and Carol Carol (my Mom's name and my middle name). Also, I believe the characters can be read as "path" and "promise" as in I promised to help care for others on my new path as a healer.

However, I'm embarrassed to say I've forgotten which character is which and also want to find about about other possible interpretations.

Thanks in advance,

Maija M.

Top character 媽 is correct for "mother".

However tattooed character is not 路, which means "road / path".

from: Julia P.
to: tiangotlost@gmail.com
date: Mon, Aug 23, 2010 at 3:49 AM
subject: tatoo

Hello, Tian!

I like your site and my tatoo :))

But could you say me what it mean?

Thank you!

--
Julia P.

Hello Julia!

I don't know what your tattoo means.

You are welcome!

--
Tian

The Best Girl Full Body Tattoo - Beautiful Tattoo Design That Covers Your Whole Body

Many girls are passionate about getting art inked on their body and there is a wide range of different designs available to a girl. Tattoos for girls represent fashion, style, and girls get them to look and feel beautiful, sexy, and feminine.

Believe it or not, but tattoos for women was not excepted about 40 years ago. However, tattoos for women is widely excepted these days. There are so many tattoo designs in a wide variety of styles, colors and characters available for girls that it can be a challenge finding your best one.

Most girls are attracted to full body tattoos, particularly on the back. Girl full body tattoos are popular among those girls that want to draw attention with their art. As tattoos become more popular women are getting much larger ones than before.

Some of the most popular tattoos girls use to cover their body include designs such as the tribal, dragonfly, dolphin, Celtic, zodiac, and butterfly. Out of all these designs the best girl full body tattoo design has to be flower pattern tattoos which is used by many women to cover up their whole back, leg, side, and other areas. Some of the most attractive flower tattoo designs include roses, daisies, lilies, sunflower, and cherry blossoms.

Getting a full body tattoo is one of the most important decisions you can make because these tattoos are permanent. These tattoos are a statement of who you are to the world and tells how you want to be perceived by everyone.
By Terreance Thomas

from: Travis L.
to: tiangotlost@gmail.com
date: Tue, Aug 17, 2010 at 3:33 PM
subject: My friend bobby got this dumb tattoo

A resident Japanese says it means “Green Vegetable”, so we have been laughing at bobby. We could never get him to say. One theory is "weed", slang for marijuana.

What do you say?

Thanks!

菜 indeed means "greens, vegetable, food dish".

Bobby needs to lay off smoking oregano, the gateway drug to catnip.

from: marisa r.
to: tiangotlost@gmail.com
date: Thu, Aug 19, 2010 at 7:24 AM
subject: My husbands Tattoo

My husband being the hero that he is when stationed over in Bahrain (where tattoo's are illegal) went with some friends drunk to a guys HOUSE!!!! And my husband looked through a book, found the symbol for "strength" and got it.

Thanks so much

Marisa

First of all, the character is mirrored.

If it is be read as one single character 慉, it means "to bring up, to raise".

If they are two characters, 小 and 畜, which means "small livestock or young animal".

tattoo Zipper around a scar

tattoo Zipper around a scar

full body tattoo Skull n Roses

full body tattoo Skull n Roses

Famous Body Painting Women

3d Body Painting for Girls

Sexy Body Full Tattoo Girl

Sexy Body Full Tattoo Girl

in all body tribal tattoo

in all body tribal tattoo

star tattoo on his chest full body

star tattoo on his chest full body

pictures Chinese Dragons And Phoenix

pictures Chinese Dragons And Phoenix

Women Body Painting Festival

Butterfly Wings Tattoo

Butterfly wings tattoos are usually not what the majority of women are thinking about when they enter the tattoo parlor, but it is very popular nonetheless. The high average of ladies get butterfly tattoos on their ankles. It is a common subject today when women enter tattoo parlors seeking advice on which kind of design they should or should not get inked onto them. The majority of artist usually come to an answer of either a butterfly design or ladybug. The third choice is some kind of flower decoration with pretty colors usually on the lower back waist area.

Having a butterfly inked onto you is a very feminine trait and the insect is very lady like as well thus making a perfect match for that cute girly tattoo. How about getting an enormous size wings tattooed onto your back or lower waist? It may give you the feeling of freedom and flying away when troubles occur or you just want to be alone and explore for awhile. Of course, not literally but mentally. Either way, this design will most likely make you feel like you have freedom or choice.

When you consider getting a tattoo of this creature, remember that there are thousands of different color variations and it would be wise to check out some photos on the Internet first before making your decision. Even a silhouette of a butterfly tattoo is equally stunning if done right. There are thousands of websites out there to give you a head start.

By Dave A Lee

Flower Tattoo Designs - Perfect Tattoo Patterns For Women

If you are planning to get a permanent tattoo, remember, a good body ink can be expensive and painful too. Price wise, black color tattoos are always cheaper in comparison to colored ones. To care for the tattoo, you have to take care of your skin for a week after the ink has been marked permanently into your skin. You must also apply cream on it daily.

If you are looking for a good tattoo design, why not consider flower patterns. Flower designs are unique because they are often combined with butterflies and hearts. Different types of flowers will portray different meaning. With so many types of flowers available, the choices are endless.

The job of a good tattoo artist is to enhance the design is such a way that a simple flower pattern also looks unique and marvelous. The cost of getting inked usually depends on the size and the complexity of the tattoo. Many floral tattoo designs can be found on the web which you can and print it out and hand it to your tattoo artist.

Nowadays, tattoos are so much in trend that there are so many tattoo parlors around us. Make sure you choose a professional tattoo artist for this purpose as a tattoo will be etched to your body forever.

Before you proceed with inking the flower design, you must be relaxed and clam and must be mentally prepared for the amount of pain you are going to experience. The tattoo artist will use a gun shaped apparatus with colored pigment to draw the outline of the flower on your skin. Next, different colors will be painted to bring out the brilliance of the floral design.

Remember, permanent tattoos are forever. If you wish to remove it, you have to go through some painful ordeal. To remove your tattoo, you can go for either Intense Pulsed Light Therapy or Surgical Excision. Both procedure for tattoo removal are painful and will leave a long lasting scar.

By W. L. Yap

Snake Tattoos - The Mystery of Snake Tattoos

When out walking, you might see people with colorful designs, symbols, or even pictures of creatures and things on their skin and might wonder what that could be. Well, those friends are called tattoos. Tattoos are basically a design of any sort put on the human or animal skin. Endless designs and ideas are now possible for people who want to get tattoos. The sky is the limit. For as long as you have a good imagination and a very good tattoo artist then you will get that tattoo you have always wanted.

Let us first define what tattoos are. Well, tattoos are pictures, markings, or traces found on the skin. These are accomplished through the use of an indelible ink with different colors. They then use extremely sharp and pointed needles to pierce through the human skin until the needle reaches the dermis layer or the inner layer of the skin. And because the dermal layer is targeted in the procedure, the results would be permanent meaning the tattoo design would not come off the skin even if washed multiple times. And because of its permanence, it is best to ask yourself if you are really ready for this.

One of the most requested tattoo designs of all time according to a bunch of surveyed tattoo artists and tattoo enthusiasts are the so-called snake tattoos. These kinds of tattoos despite having a snake in it has become quite popular especially for the gentlemen and of course, girls too! The snake symbolizes strength, power, life, and elegance. And because of these reasons and a whole lot more, the snake inspired tattoos are slowly growing in popularity.

It has been said that the snake is one of the most mysterious and complicated tattoo designs to make. This is due to the fact that the snake's body is very slender and sly and depicting that would be quite tough even for the most skilled tattoo artist. One tattoo artist stated that doing a snake tattoo requires a lot of focus and inspiration as doing a very good work would be considered perfect. People have also been mesmerized by such elegance the snake gives that is why they constantly ask for this animal to be imprinted on their skin to help show the world that like the snake, they can be sly, mysterious, and powerful as well if they wanted too.

Snake tattoos are usually portrayed as circling a particular object such as a person or a thing. Some snake inspired tattoos suggest that the snake showing its fangs symbolizes authority and power. But whatever the perspective of the tattoo is, one thing is for sure, the tattoo goers love it! The mystery of tattoos with the image of a snake still continues to bedazzle everyone maybe because the snake can be interpreted into a whole bunch of ways, ideas, and thoughts. Nonetheless, beauty is in the eye of the beholder and the snake certainly is a beauty to behold and see.

By Russell Reugh

Japanese Pregnant Women Body Painting Show

Pregnant Women Body Painting Show

The Tale of My First Tattoo

Back in the thirties, when comedienne and music hall entertainer Gracie Fields sang her famous song, a tattooed woman would have been a rare sight indeed - and possibly the brunt of crude jokes and scandal.

Today, a tattoo on a woman is so commonplace that nary an eyebrow is raised. I didn't locate any stats to prove my point, but it wouldn't surprise me if more women are opting for body art than men these days. Or at least I suspect that could be the case in Vancouver, where I live.

I joined their ranks about eight years ago, surprising myself as much as I surprised my friends and family. Having spent a lifetime disliking tattoos and making my dislike known, I found myself admiring the young tattooed women with whom I exercised in the gym and swam with in the pool.

I gradually convinced myself that a small tattoo would be rather cool.

One day, strolling past a tattoo parlour in my neighborhood, I walked in on an impulse and booked an appointment.

I suppose I was lucky in that Jay, the tattoo artist was both talented and professional. No doubt wiser folk would do their research first before booking. They'd want to be sure their artist had the necessary skill level as well as a strong commitment to hygienic practices, so they'd ask around first and get recommendations. That's what I would advise if you asked me.

Choosing the Design and the Location

I wanted my tattoo to be in a body location where I could dress to either hide it or display it as I chose. I decided on a placement on the back of my left shoulder.

The tattoo artist, a charming young man sporting countless tattoos and piercings, showed me several tattoo books and suggested I pick something I liked. At this point, I had no idea how the process worked. I imagined that after I chose a design, Jay would somehow trace it on my body and then cover the tracing with tattoo inks. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that this is not how it works. Tattoo artists are indeed artists. They develop their own designs, recommend colors and size and create their artwork on the body freehand, drawing with tattoo needles.

When Jay had a sense of the type of design I liked, he drew a sketch with pen and paper then showed it to me for approval and discussion of color preference. When we were in agreement, he reproduced the drawing on my shoulder using his needles and inks.

I loved the result. I ended up with a beautiful tropical flower done in shades of blue, purple and yellow. It was a larger tattoo than I had pictured initially, but that was okay.

Does it Hurt?

The first question I hear from non-tattooed people is," Does it hurt?"

The answer is, "Yes, a little. But it is not a severe pan."

The first couple of minutes were somewhat painful. I might compare it to a scratching or burning feeling moving across the skin. I didn't know what to expect, so perhaps part of the initial discomfort was nervous anticipation. However, in a couple of minutes, I became accustomed to the sensation and it became more comfortable. Also, I imagine that endorphins kick in after a minute or two, and they are nature's painkillers.

If I remember correctly, the procedure took about thirty minutes. Persons getting larger tattoos usually opt to have them one in more than one setting - no doubt a fine idea. A woman I know had a huge Celtic design tattooed on her back, all in one setting. She admitted to fainting afterward.

Tattoo Aftercare

A fresh tattoo requires consistent care lest it may fade or become infected. Before having the procedure done, be sure to have on hand a cake of gentle, anti-bacterial soap and some salve or ointment. Ask the tattoo artist for brand recommendations, but the type of ointment used for infants' diaper rash should be fine.

Immediately following the tattoo, the artist will apply a bandage. In my case, Jay used a product that resembled saran wrap, which he spread lightly over the tattooed area and held in place with small bandages at the outer edge. This cover was to remain in place for two hours.

After two hours, I was advised to remove the bandage, wash lightly with the soap (no rubbing) and gently apply the ointment. As much as possible, I was to remove clothing and expose the tattoo to air for the next few days. This was a simple enough matter for me, given that the tattoo was on my shoulder and I work from home.

I have no idea how this is handled if the tattoo is situated in a more "private location" and the individual must appear in public.

I was to continue cleaning the tattoo with the soap and using the ointment for several days. At that time, I returned to the tattoo shop for an inspection. Fresh tattoos sometimes fade in areas requiring some parts to be re-done. This did not happen in my case, so no touch up was required.

The tattoo itself took approximately six weeks before it dried completely. Until the healing was completed, I was advised to avoid hot water, soaking in any water such as a bathtub or chlorinated pool and direct exposure to sunshine. I was told also to avoid vigorous scrubbing when cleaning the tattooed area.

Tattoo Removal

I have no plans to have my tattoo removed, but should I ever want to, the best options appear to be either having a fresh tattoo applied over the old or complete removal by laser. Darker inks are easier to remove than bright or pastel colors, but more difficult to tattoo over.

More Body Art?

Today, approximately eight years later, the tattoo is as bright and fresh as it was originally. I am somewhat surprised that it has lasted this long with no signs of fading. I spend considerable time in chlorinated water, which I imagine has the potential to cause fading. However, my tattoo has had little or no exposure to direct sun, given that I always use sun block. Sunshine is a known culprit when it comes to tattoo damage.

By June Campbell

Octopus Tattoo Designs

The octopi are one of the most beautiful and fascinating creatures. It's not wonder people are hooked to them and they literally have octopus tattooed on their skin. Octopus tattoos have gained popularity over the years simply because aside from the raw beauty of the octopus, its can also be drawn into other shapes and forms.

People regard octopus as creatures of mystery, beauty, flexibility, intellect, maternal instincts and wisdom. Several experiments were made to test if the octopus really is thinking creature and scientists were fascinated by the results. One experiment claimed that the octopus was able to open a sealed, screw cap jar with a crab inside it and devour the creature inside. Crabs are the staple diet of octopus in the wild.

The octopus's habitat in the sea is usually the crannies and crevices on the reefs. They can squeeze themselves in small openings and then expand later once they get inside a spacious crack or in between the corals. This is the reason why people associate the creature with flexibility.

Another little known fact about the octopus is that, one the female has laid its eggs, about a hundred of them at one time; they will wait and guard their eggs until they hatch. They will continue to pump fresh water to aerate their eggs, supply oxygen and to prevent algae from forming around them. The mother octopus will not leave her nest; she will not eat and will continue to survive by consuming her stored fat and eventually her tentacles. Some survive and grow their tentacles back and some just die off before they can see their eggs hatch.

Octopus tattoos are usually found at the back or in the arms. Some people choose to have them on their backs to have a full detail of the animal present in their tattoos. The suction caps on the octopus's tentacles alone can make a very interesting design for a tattoo. Being a spineless and boneless creature, you can have an octopus tattoo drawn into other forms and figures. It can suggest so many things so its like having different tattoos hidden in just one form.

Another octopus feature that is most interesting is their eyes. Octopus eyes resemble closely to the features of the human eye and some believe that they can also show real human emotion without losing the wild animal characteristic of the animal.

There are so many varieties of octopus as well that exhibit unusual and vibrant colors. Tattoo artists can play around with their choice of color for the octopus tattoo. Some octopus species also have unusual and interesting patterns on their skin leaving enough creative room for the artist to have.

By Marvin Jan Lauresta

Phoenix Tattoo Design

As a tattoo design, the phoenix is probably the most visually spectacular form of body art.

The legend of the phoenix bird is known throughout the world, and has its origins in much of Europe, Middle East and Far East.

The basic symbolism of the phoenix is resurrection and rebirth by fire.

Although the legend is the same worldwide, there are subtle differences.

Greek Legend

According to ancient Greek legends, the phoenix bird lived in Arabia next to a watering well. At dawn, it would bath and the Greek sun god Apollo would stop his chariot specifically to listen to its song.

Lebanese Legend

The Lebanese claim the phoenix as central to their culture, whether it is ancient or modern. As descendants of the Phoenicians, they see themselves as "Sons of the Phoenix". This legend holds particular significance to Beirut, which was destroyed and rebuilt 7 times in its history.

Persian Legend

In Persian legends, the phoenix is known as Huma or the 'bird of paradise'. This bird consumed itself in a ball of fire only to rise again from the ashes. It was considered a bird of compassion, and would bring great fortune by a simple touch.

Egyptian Legend

In ancient Egypt, the legend was known as bennu. This bird created itself from fire emanating from a holy tree. It was believed that this bird carried the soul of Ra the sun god.

Jewish Legend

Jewish legends state the phoenix was the only bird or animal for that matter not to follow man in his banishment from Paradise (Garden of Eden)

Chinese and Japanese legends

In Chinese legends, the phoenix was known as "Fenghuang". This bird is the second most respected legendary creature. Only the dragon is more respected. The phoenix is used to represent the empress and was as the leader of birds.

By Susan Johnsson

Chopper Tattoos - The Good, The Bad and The Ugly About Chopper Tattoos

Since I was a kid I was always interested in the bad ass look. The look that every hot chick dreams of. The man that they cannot tame but again they cannot get rid of you because you have something that no one can offer, the image of excitement, fear, terror and confidence.

I usually look at bikers as the bad guys that gets away with a lot of things. I don't know about you but watching Wild Hogs was pretty funny. I knew that there are people out there that just dress like, smell like and look like a biker but not really one.

What really gets me and gets my attention is the tattoos. The tattoos are really the symbol if they are just a posers or the real deal. If you think about it, anyone can get a tattoo but knowing that it will stick on you for life is pretty drastic thing to do. It's a more than a symbol but its a commitment that you're stuck with that image for life (unless you get another tattoo over it like happy feet or bugs bunny), but you know what I mean. Also, getting a chopper tattoo does not mean you're a criminal or looking for trouble everywhere you go. It just means that it's the image you like and the image you want to play.

Since the tattoo is a big issue for the image then it is important to get a good tattoo design. Getting a tattoo design is not a pretty easy tasks. First, chopper tattoos are unique and eye catching. Second, choosing a tattoo design at the tattoo shop is a limited source to pick out, and please do not limit your self on their tattoo designs. Third, make sure you get the tattoo design that connects to the public that you're a bad ass mother that they should respect and not mess with.

What I would do is search online of what tattoo designs you like that would match or integrate with your new chopper tattoo. If you're going to commit to this new lifestyle might as well invest in it because you already spend the money for you bike so might as well spend on a good chopper tattoo design.

There's is one I would recommend that I found online. They offer unlimited access for life and they are experts on only chopper tattoo designs. If you're are interested in checking them out the link will be in the resource section so check them out. Also I like the price for a lifetime access. Because you know you will end up not only getting one but more than one, or two or three.

I hope you'll find the right chopper tattoo design for you that will fit your style. Remember, it's not the bike , or the outfit. Its the symbol on your skin that counts. So make sure you pick the right one, because if you do not. Then you will be back for some more needle time or your tattoo will tell everyone that you ride a moped.

By Michael Seriosa

Tattoo Slip on Sleeves - The Secrets Behind Hollywood Style Body Art

Have you ever wondered how Hollywood stars get those great tattoo slip on sleeves that they wear in the movies? Do you agree that those tattoos on Michael in Prison Break were amazing? Just imagine what it would be like to have your own Hollywood style body art!

The secret that movie producers use is very simple - tattoo slip on sleeves. Temporary tattoos that are fun, inexpensive, and fashionable all at the same time. Pull them on and off you go with that full sleeve tattoo that you've always wanted but never had the nerve to get.

The best tattoo sleeve on the market that will give you the same look as the stars is the "Sleeves" brand. This brand stands out above the others because they have tapered arms that fit better than other brands. They have a seamless wrist so the material appears to be flush with your skin. Other brands don't fit flush to your wrist and people will be able to tell that your tattoo is not real. That won't happen with these sleeves.

Many tattoo slip on sleeves come in only two sizes, small and large. Sleeves brand offers three different sizes which makes your selection much better. Women will find that these sizes fit snugger than the others, and large muscular men will do better with the larger size.

You won't be disappointed with the great variety that is available in these pull on tattoo sleeves. Styles include Biker, Gangster, Japanese, Skater, and Rock-a-Billy to name a few. There's something for everyone!

By Athena Traver

Lower Back Tattoos Sure Are Hot

Lower back tattoos gained popularity beginning around the late 1990's with Generation X. Recently the trend of lower back tattooing has increased in popularity. Lower back tattooing is chosen by many young women. Tattoos which are placed on the lower back seems to have become a way of expressing the sexuality of the women that sport them. Even though lower back tattoos have become commonly accepted by most Americans today, there are still some places that they are seen as an open statements of promiscuity.

Lower back tattoos have been designed to accentuate the natural curves that are common to female body. The body art can follow the sloping of the womans back on both sides of the womans spine. This is an area on the body that is thought of as one of the single most painful areas in which to place a tattoo. One good thing about choosing a lower back tattoo is that the lower back is an area of the body is the least likely to stretch during small weight fluctuations or even pregnancies. Lower back tattoos can be very versatile. The body art can be concealed under professional attire or displayed easily in a pair of low rise jeans paired with a revealing midriff top.

Since a lower back tattoo is of a rather intimate nature, it provides the wearer with a wide array of designs that can provide personal meaning and expression. Many times the design for the lower back tattoo can be amended to specifically reflect the individuality of the bearer including their shape and size. Doing this results in the creation of a design that that is truly unique to that individual. Nearly any design, can be worked into the design of the lower back tattoo. It could be floral, tribal, Celtic, or mythical. Really just about anything can be can be incorporated to make a very unique lower back tattoo.

Popular Designs for Lower Back Tattoos When you place floral designs on the lower back tattoo this is a symbol of fertility and beauty of the woman that has chosen the artwork. Some women might select a picture of spiraling energy. This would signifying a connection to the energy forces found in nature. The lower back is recognized as a chakra point. For this reason many people will choose this location for their tattooing in order to maintain balance in their personal energy. If the bearer chooses a Lion design for their lower back tattoo this is a symbol of courage and pride. If an eagle is chosen, the bearer demonstrates a desire for freedom. Almost any design that is v-shaped can be modified to work as a lower back tattoo. Go ahead and get creative with your designs. Any design that can remain symetrical can be used as a lower back tattoo.

Lower back tattoos can make very clear and sensual statements to viewers about the women who bear them. With the many options of different styles available, a woman that desires to wear a lower back tattoo should have absolutely no problem locating one that reflects her personal style. No matter what design is chosen it will surely be a beautiful lower back tattoo that will be appreciated by anyone that happens to see it.

By Lynn Ross