How Tattoos Became the Favored Art Form
Good article on the rise in tattoo popularity.
Movie review: ‘Tattoo Nation’ doc studies art form’s mark on U.S.
The first reviews of ’Tattoo Nation’ are rolling in: Decidedly more celebration than exposé, the movie bypasses such practical issues as health risks, tattoo addiction and remorse, and the pain and expense — and increasing popularity — of tattoo removal. I have not yet seen this movie, so my comments are purely in response to [...]
As ink gains popularity, Detroit tattoo expo attendees say core artists maintain integrity
John Niederkorn, the social media director of trade journal Tattoo Artist Magazine, said that tattoos appeared to gain their mainstream momentum with advent of reality television. “But I would say that there’s still like a core group of people that do it legit, like all the way, based on the traditional styles and aspects and [...]
The view of tattoos in Japanese society
Excellent write-up on tattoos in Japan. Despite the popularity of Japanese art and imagery among tattoo artists and enthusiasts in the West, even the most beautiful piece of body work done by the most talented artist will result in disapproving looks and negative comments. Not only that, but even the smallest, most insignificant tattoo will [...]
Tattoos Losing Rebel Status Is a Good Thing
In response to many of the recent anti-tattoo media rants, Nick Vadala wrote this excellent article for The Philly Post, which adds a positive spin to the increasing popularity of tattoos. After reading one of my comments on a related topic, Nick contacted me and asked for an interview. Sometimes it feels like I am [...]