THE TATTOOED PROFESSIONAL
Very good article on tattoos in the workplace. Opinions about body art have grown as diverse as the images themselves. From snowflakes to swastikas, some people see self-absorption where others see self-empowerment. And others don’t burden themselves with what it all means — they simply wanted their dead dog immortalized on their thigh. People with [...]
Turning Tattoos Into Fine Art
Most people don’t associate tattoos with fine art. But as more art school graduates end up in tattoo shops, the body art is increasingly influenced by artists from Jackson Pollock to Helen Frankenthaler. Nice article about fine art tattoos. Thanks to Tom, a reader of my blog, for bringing it to my attention. The comments [...]
The Colorful, Subversive History of Women Getting Tattoos
A recently reissued book traces how body art went from forbidden to trendy.
Temporary Black Henna Tattoos Linked to Adverse Skin Allergies: FDA
Many people consider henna tattoos that are temporary and natural as a safe way to experience the thrill of getting a tattoo without worrying about pain. But the latest finding will make you ponder twice before exploring this temporary form of body art. The latest warning from the Food and Drug Administration states that many [...]
Colin Kaepernick’s tattoos will be shown off during Super Bowl XLVII
A lot has been made about the ink on Kaepernicks arm but exactly what are they and what is the meaning behind them? Many of Kaepernick’s tattoos feature motivational sayings, most from the Bible. He looks to draw inspiration from his body art.
Tattoo Psychology: Art or Self Destruction? Modern-Day Social Branding
Our current society craves individuality and self expression. And now many people wear their artistic expression. We are having more trouble communicating with each other than ever before, as electronic communication will never replace face-to-face human contact. So, it’s not surprising that there’s a growing trend toward communication via body ink. We don’t have to [...]
19% of New Jersey voters have tattoos, poll finds
Nothing too surprising here. According to the Rutgers-Eagleton Institute poll, 19 percent of nearly 1,000 registered voters in the state said they have at least one tattoo. And 37 percent of so-called millennials born after 1980 are inked. Of those without tattoos, just 8 percent plan to get one, the study found. And while 75 [...]
Body Art Expo: At the World’s Biggest Tattoo Convention, Roving Artists Charge by the Limb
The Body Art Expo, billed as the world’s largest tattoo convention, was held in Pavilion Nine on the fairgrounds in Pomona. Amid the sprawling fairground’s complex, cars were funneled into a small corner by the model railroad yard. Bands were set-up outside by the beer depot and the KROQ van. Inside were eight rows of [...]
Tattooed for a day: An Experiment
Daily Mail is continuing with their tattoo obsession and had one of their authors get fake tattoos for a day in order to write about the experience. I love the idea, but the article that followed seemed a little one-sided to me. The title alone, ‘Can you ever feel classy as a painted lady?’ leads [...]
Now tattoos invade the tennis! After Royal Ascot, body art takes centre court at Wimbledon
The Daily Mail seems to be absolutely obsessed with tattoos these days.
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