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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2016 22:29:53 GMT -6
I am curious about what or why tattoo's have become so popular in the last 10 or so? In a way I can see the art of them but why get one if there is a chance that the tattoo artist does a lousy job, or you get tired of it after a bit. I know they are not cheap.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 3, 2016 11:52:39 GMT -6
I have tattoos I got many moons ago in Australia when I was a young lad but nowadays some of the colour's have faded and all you can see is the black outline with maybe a bit of green but the other colours mainly red have faded over the years. My advice to people who want to get a tattoo is don't, as you will regret it later on in years to come. The photo below you can see a panther and an eagle when I first got the tattoos the claws did have red beside them as if a scratch from the claws was blood, they have all faded now.
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Post by Vincent Van Ghoul on Sept 3, 2016 11:55:14 GMT -6
Tattoo's have gone through a resurgence in the last 100 years. I imagine when most of the Western world was quite heavily Christian, tattoos were either not allowed, or the craft was just forgotten. But almost all pre Christian and Muslim civilizations have had them in some form. A preserved body of an old Scythican chieftain has been found for example, covered with tattoos made over 2500 years ago. The Maori and Japanese cultures have deep tattoo histories. The Arab traveler Ahmad ibn Fadlan wrote a detailed account of his encounter with Vikings in the early 10th century, and described them has having tattoos from their fingers to necks. Tattoos have always been apart of many human cultures. I imagine the more recent surge in popularity stems simply from their availability. It's a legitimate profession nowadays, and so artists who 100 years ago might only have had a canvas to paint on, see it as a new form of expression. To your last points; People do consider their tattoos first, most of the time. They either choose something that has a personal meaning, so they're less likely to tire of it. You of course always research the artist you plan on using, and while most aren't cheap, or rather most certainly should not be cheap, It offers a certain level of reassurance that you're getting it done right. I have a small Kanji symbol tattoo on my right bicep, and I paid a pretty good deal for it, considering the effort and time involved, which both were minor. I paid more because I wanted a respectable artist to it, using modern and clean instruments, as do most people. If you get a Chinese symbol you think means "Awesome" but actually means "Donkey's Ass" in a back alley in the wrong end of town, from a guy who can't spell his own name or draw a stick figure, you're just asking for trouble anyway.
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Post by Matt on Sept 3, 2016 19:20:52 GMT -6
Personally I don't think I would ever get a tattoo.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 4, 2016 3:11:19 GMT -6
everyone seems to have them and not always on the most attractive of people it doesnt enhance their look
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Post by Matt on Sept 4, 2016 10:02:50 GMT -6
everyone seems to have them and not always on the most attractive of people it doesnt enhance their look Agreed. I don't really think it makes people look better.
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Post by Vincent Van Ghoul on Sept 6, 2016 0:27:41 GMT -6
I think tattoos can make some people look better, in some subjective regard. I mean you can't just generally say "tattoos make people ugly". Mine's invisible most of the time. If done right, and with restraint, I think tattoos can complement someones body. Exhibit A: I'm pretty sure this particular tattoo is just a Photoshop, but I quite enjoy it. Sure there's lots of ink, but i find it just restrained enough. It follows the natural curves of that dudes body, the design is simple, if a bit cliche, but still nice. Exhibit B: For starters, this is pure art. The detail and craftsmanship is outstanding. The design follows that womans natural curves, complements her physique. Just a really well crafted piece of art. Personally, for tattoos of those sizes, I think consistency is the key. Lots of people have dozens of tattoos, covering as much area as either of those examples, but done with seemingly random tattoo styles. It looks messy more than anything, you could have a flower here, tribal stuff there, Looney Tunes character here. Messy. But then again, most people don't get tattoos to make them look better.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 13, 2016 15:41:34 GMT -6
I have thought about getting a couple to cover or hide surgical scars on my knees but after doing some research I have decided against it.
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Post by Vincent Van Ghoul on Sept 16, 2016 21:17:44 GMT -6
I have thought about getting a couple to cover or hide surgical scars on my knees but after doing some research I have decided against it. Scars can sometimes be tricky to cover, but if you didn't already as part of your research, I do recommend just walking into a tattoo shop near you, and talk to the people there. They know best if it's possible to do a cover up.
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Post by alister1980 on May 17, 2017 5:58:38 GMT -6
I have not go that meany only 36 all in saving up for me next one which is going to be on my full back, not sure what yet mind you.
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