In God’s image? – Another misinformed tattoo column
Have the editors of this paper never heard of checking facts? To me it appears that the bulk of this article is comprised of made up nonsense, with some biased opinions thrown in for good measure. In the rest of the world, tattoos carry a particular social connotation. In Russia, having a tattoo is probable [...]
Catching up on the world of tattoos
Yet another good article on tattoos. It seems like the people who actually take the time to do their research, talk to people with tattoos, and maybe even set foot in a tattoo shop are the ones who have good things to say. It seems like most of the negativity is coming from the people [...]
Are Tattoos Mainstream, or Still Taboo?
Tattoos are becoming so popular that it’s difficult to go anywhere without seeing some ink. The latest data available shows that one in five adult Americans now have at least one tattoo. With this kind of popularity, many are quick to claim that tattoos are “mainstream” and “no longer taboo in the least”, but I [...]
Another Article Spreading False Statistics on Tattoo Regret
I stumbled across an article on the Durango Herald the other day titled ‘When Ink Stinks’. As if the title wasn’t bad enough, the tagline, or subtitle, of the article is ’60 percent of people with tattoos have regrets’. This figure is over 4 times higher than the latest data that I am aware of, [...]
Tattoos and piercings linked to heavy drinking: Fatally Flawed Study
This has to be one of the most ridiculous “studies” I have ever read about. I am basing this commentary on the limited information I was able to find on this study, but have not been able to find a complete write-up. Alcohol tests performed on nearly 2,000 young men and women frequenting bars in [...]
Group aims to alter stereotypes
The Modified Dolls are trying to change the way people view women with tattoos. They have a fundraiser planned for each month with funds designated to go to a different charity each time. The Dolls come from all walks of life. They are moms and wives, professionals and students. They are unapologetic about their choices; [...]
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