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Karen's Tattoos Blog December 2003 Archive

By Karen L. Hudson, About.com Guide to Tattoos since 1999

The Best of 2003 - Tattoos

Sunday December 28, 2003
I received hundreds of tattoo submissions during the year of 2003. Not all of them made the cut, but many of them did and the tattoo gallery boasts a large ... Read More

The Best of 2003- Informative Articles

Sunday December 28, 2003
Here are some of the articles I wrote in the past year that visitors to this site have found most useful: The Meanings Behind Common Tattoo Symbols and Designs Those Embarrassing ... Read More

The Best of 2003 - Body Art News

Sunday December 21, 2003
As tattooing, body piercing and other forms of body art become more popular around the world, the more the media reports on events that relate to them.The year 2003 was ... Read More

Tat of the Week - Meet "George"

Sunday December 21, 2003
This is "George". No - not the collector, the tattoo. George is a gargoyle-type creature that watches over Paul Wortham's shoulder and keeps him company. George is now 6 years ... Read More

Forum Discussion - Are We Bad Role Models?

Sunday December 21, 2003
I enjoy showing my tattoos and I get a lot of positive response to them out in the public. It gives me an opportunity to spread a positive message about ... Read More

In the News - Vote for NBA's Best Tattoo

Sunday December 21, 2003
Take a look at these 8 tattooed contenders and then vote for your favorite art. I have to admit, I thought Shaq's comment about getting his mom's permission before he ... Read More

2004 Convention List Updated

Sunday December 21, 2003
The 2003 season of tattoo expos and conventions has come to an end, and a new year of exciting events is about to start. The convention list has recently been ... Read More

Tat of the Week: The Grinch

Sunday December 14, 2003
The Grinch has practically become an unofficial icon of the holiday season for all generations. It's just not really right until we get to see this mean and nasty character ... Read More

Forum Discussion - Do you Dress to Showcase Your Art?

Sunday December 14, 2003
Every piece of clothing I buy comes with one particular consideration - how will it look with my tattoos? Will it compliment the art? Does the cut of the neck ... Read More

Flash Faux Pas and Tattoo Etiquette

Sunday December 14, 2003
Considering the news article this week about copyrighting tattoos, it does bring up an important issue. Whether or not you believe that tattoos should actually be legally protected or not, ... Read More

In the News: LTR Tattoo Revealed, Piercing Policies Double Standard, Copyrighting Tattoos

Sunday December 14, 2003
Some interesting news items this week. First, Elijah Wood has apparently upset the cast of LTR by revealing his "secret" tattoo on camera despite a pact not to do so. ... Read More

Tat of the Week - Eagle and Flag

Sunday December 7, 2003
Today is Pearl Harbor Day. December 7, 1941, a day just as horrific as September 11, put a mark on the history books and cost the lives of many Americans. ... Read More

Buyer Beware - Know What You're Getting

Sunday December 7, 2003
Too many people get tattoos because they look nice without taking the time to think about what the tattoo might represent. This is especially prevalent when it comes to tattoos ... Read More

Forum Discussion - VOTE: How Old Were you When you Got your First Tattoo?

Sunday December 7, 2003
WitchyMommy wants to know if it's rare to get your first tattoo later in life. She writes: "I know there are probably a few people here who are pierced but not ... Read More

In the News: Robber Identified by "Not Guilty" Tattoo on Neck

Sunday December 7, 2003
Bitter Irony A Mississippi man who attempted to rob a grocery store was easily identified because of a tattoo he wore on his neck - a gun and the words ... Read More

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