Tattoos / Body Piercings: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Tattoo Aftercare
Proper aftercare of a new tattoo is crucial. Here are detailed instructions for cleaning your tattoo and keeping it healthy during the first two weeks.
Proper aftercare of a new tattoo is crucial. Here are detailed instructions for cleaning your tattoo and keeping it healthy during the first two weeks.
How Much Do Tattoos Hurt?
How much does getting a tattoo really hurt? Find out how to put the pain into perspective and overcome needle fear.
How much does getting a tattoo really hurt? Find out how to put the pain into perspective and overcome needle fear.
Nipple Piercing Q & A
When it comes to body piercings, nipple piercings seem to create the largest amount of questions, especially for women. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about nipple piercings and answers to help you understand them better.
When it comes to body piercings, nipple piercings seem to create the largest amount of questions, especially for women. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about nipple piercings and answers to help you understand them better.
Swimming with a New Tattoo
After getting a tattoo, how long should you wait before you go swimming? Get the answer here.
After getting a tattoo, how long should you wait before you go swimming? Get the answer here.
Tattoo Removal Options
Tattoo removal is often sought by those who regret their tattoos or have had a severe reaction to the pigment. If you have a tattoo that you wish to have partially or completely removed, you should first consider your options and decide which method might be best for you, and keep in mind that there are also alternatives to removal that are less painful and expensive.
Tattoo removal is often sought by those who regret their tattoos or have had a severe reaction to the pigment. If you have a tattoo that you wish to have partially or completely removed, you should first consider your options and decide which method might be best for you, and keep in mind that there are also alternatives to removal that are less painful and expensive.
Body Piercing Aftercare - New Piercing Care and Remedies to Common Piercing Problems
Instructions on how to care for a new body piercing and remedies to fix some of the most common piercing problems.
Instructions on how to care for a new body piercing and remedies to fix some of the most common piercing problems.
Sample Henna Designs
Full page of henna patterns for personal use. Print the page and create your own henna tattoos.
Full page of henna patterns for personal use. Print the page and create your own henna tattoos.
Tattoos and Sun Tanning
If you have tattoos you want to keep looking nice, you might want to think twice before you sunbathe or visit the tanning bed. Learn how to achieve your tanning goals and still keep your tattoos safe.
If you have tattoos you want to keep looking nice, you might want to think twice before you sunbathe or visit the tanning bed. Learn how to achieve your tanning goals and still keep your tattoos safe.
How to Become a Tattoo Artist
If you want to become a tattoo artist, there's a little more to it than just learning how to operate a tattoo machine. These quick tips will get you started in the right direction to becoming a professional and successful tattoo artist.
If you want to become a tattoo artist, there's a little more to it than just learning how to operate a tattoo machine. These quick tips will get you started in the right direction to becoming a professional and successful tattoo artist.
Tattoo Symbol Meanings - Pt 1
When looking for a tattoo design, the question of symbolism often comes into play. If you've wondered what the meanings are to many commonly seen designs, you're not alone.
When looking for a tattoo design, the question of symbolism often comes into play. If you've wondered what the meanings are to many commonly seen designs, you're not alone.
Frequently Asked About Tattoos
Answers to the most commonly asked questions about getting a tattoo - are they safe? does it hurt? can you use numbing cream? how much does it cost? can you tan? can you shave? and much more.
Answers to the most commonly asked questions about getting a tattoo - are they safe? does it hurt? can you use numbing cream? how much does it cost? can you tan? can you shave? and much more.
The Tattoo Gallery - Tattoo Pictures Divided by Subject and Location
Tattoo galleries divided by subject and location. Search through the menu to find tattoo designs and ideas.
Tattoo galleries divided by subject and location. Search through the menu to find tattoo designs and ideas.
Aftercare Contradictions
Why there are so many different forms of aftercare advice and how to know who you should listen to.
Why there are so many different forms of aftercare advice and how to know who you should listen to.
Dermal Anchor Piercings
One of the latest trends in body piercing is micro dermal anchors, which is actually a cross between a surface piercing and an implant. Dermal anchoring has been around for quite some time but these smaller, less invasive versions of the original are becoming popular fast. So, of course, I had to go get a couple myself!
One of the latest trends in body piercing is micro dermal anchors, which is actually a cross between a surface piercing and an implant. Dermal anchoring has been around for quite some time but these smaller, less invasive versions of the original are becoming popular fast. So, of course, I had to go get a couple myself!
What and Where
Choosing what to get for your tattoo, and where to put it
Choosing what to get for your tattoo, and where to put it
Tattoo Gallery - flowers plants vines and trees
Tattoo gallery - pictures of flowers, plants, vines, trees, leaves and other green things.
Tattoo gallery - pictures of flowers, plants, vines, trees, leaves and other green things.
Tattoo Guide for Beginners
If you want to get a tattoo, there are things you need to know first so that you get a clean and safe tattoo. This beginner's guide to getting a tattoo will provide you with the information you need.
If you want to get a tattoo, there are things you need to know first so that you get a clean and safe tattoo. This beginner's guide to getting a tattoo will provide you with the information you need.
Tattoo Beginner's Guide
Where to start and what to do about getting your first tattoo. Answers to commonly asked questions, and lifesaving information you didn't even know you needed.
Where to start and what to do about getting your first tattoo. Answers to commonly asked questions, and lifesaving information you didn't even know you needed.
Itchy, Raised Tattoos
Help in pinpointing the cause of itchy, bumpy and raised tattoos and how to alleviate the discomfort.
Help in pinpointing the cause of itchy, bumpy and raised tattoos and how to alleviate the discomfort.
Why is my Tattoo Peeling?
Why is my tattoo peeling and flaking? Answer to this frequently asked question.
Why is my tattoo peeling and flaking? Answer to this frequently asked question.
Hand Foot and Face Tattoos
Many studios have policies against doing tattoos on the hands, feet or face. Some artists feel strongly enough about it to turn down potential business by refusing to do this type of tattoo. But what is the big deal?
Many studios have policies against doing tattoos on the hands, feet or face. Some artists feel strongly enough about it to turn down potential business by refusing to do this type of tattoo. But what is the big deal?
Conventional Piercing Guide - Ear - Tragus & Anti Tragus
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page describes the tragus piercing, including starter jewelry and healing times.
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page describes the tragus piercing, including starter jewelry and healing times.
Feather Tattoos
Set adrfit with a tattoo design symbolic of freedom.
Set adrfit with a tattoo design symbolic of freedom.
Keloids and Other Growths
If you have a growth on or around a new piercing, it's very normal to be concerned. Small or large, growths are not normal although they do occur quite often. Most people automatically assume that their growth is a keloid, but the majority of these cases are not keloids. This article help you tell the difference and determine your next step of action.
If you have a growth on or around a new piercing, it's very normal to be concerned. Small or large, growths are not normal although they do occur quite often. Most people automatically assume that their growth is a keloid, but the majority of these cases are not keloids. This article help you tell the difference and determine your next step of action.
Tattoo Aftercare - Foot
Not all tattoos are created equal, and neither are the methods required to heal them properly. Some demand extra TLC due to size, location, and/or your body’s ability to heal. Foot tattoos are one of the most difficult to heal for some, and others shy away from getting a foot tattoo because they’re afraid it will be a horrible experience. This article will help you overcome those obstacles.
Not all tattoos are created equal, and neither are the methods required to heal them properly. Some demand extra TLC due to size, location, and/or your body’s ability to heal. Foot tattoos are one of the most difficult to heal for some, and others shy away from getting a foot tattoo because they’re afraid it will be a horrible experience. This article will help you overcome those obstacles.
Rejection and Migration
Rejection and migration are two common difficulties associated with body piercing. Understand the difference between the two terms, and learn how to prevent or handle a migrating or rejected piercing.
Rejection and migration are two common difficulties associated with body piercing. Understand the difference between the two terms, and learn how to prevent or handle a migrating or rejected piercing.
How a Tattoo is Applied
Photos and explanations of the entire process of getting a tattoo from filling out your paperwork to walking out with fresh new ink.
Photos and explanations of the entire process of getting a tattoo from filling out your paperwork to walking out with fresh new ink.
Tipping your Artist or Piercer
Maybe you've never thought about handing your tattoo or piercing artist an extra tip, or maybe you have wondered if you should. Learn about appropriate tipping of your artist.
Maybe you've never thought about handing your tattoo or piercing artist an extra tip, or maybe you have wondered if you should. Learn about appropriate tipping of your artist.
Embarrassing Questions
There are some questions about getting a tattoo or piercing that are difficult, even embarrassing, to ask. Here the questions have been asked for you, and the answers are provided.
There are some questions about getting a tattoo or piercing that are difficult, even embarrassing, to ask. Here the questions have been asked for you, and the answers are provided.
Tattoos & Blood Donation
Having a recent tattoo or piercing can affect your ability to donate blood or plasma in some states. If the ability to donate blood or plasma is important, you'll want to consider this before getting tattooed or pierced.
Having a recent tattoo or piercing can affect your ability to donate blood or plasma in some states. If the ability to donate blood or plasma is important, you'll want to consider this before getting tattooed or pierced.
Retro Video Game Characters - Mario, Kirby, Pacman and Link
A gallery of tattoos good enough to be chosen for the 'tat of the week' spotlight in previous weeks.
A gallery of tattoos good enough to be chosen for the 'tat of the week' spotlight in previous weeks.
Sea Salt Soaks
If you have a new piercing or an older piercing that's experiencing some problems like showing signs of irritation or infection, sea salt soaks can be a great remedy and pain relief. Find out who can benefit from sea salt treatments, when it's best to do them, how it works and how to do a sea salt soak properly.
If you have a new piercing or an older piercing that's experiencing some problems like showing signs of irritation or infection, sea salt soaks can be a great remedy and pain relief. Find out who can benefit from sea salt treatments, when it's best to do them, how it works and how to do a sea salt soak properly.
Vertical Clitoral Hood
A guide to vertical clitoral hood piercings. This page will explain what it is, what kind of jewelry is required and how long you can expect it to take to heal.
A guide to vertical clitoral hood piercings. This page will explain what it is, what kind of jewelry is required and how long you can expect it to take to heal.
Body Art - No Pain, No Gain
Emla Cream and Lidocaine are wonderful products for dealing with medical pain, but do these topical anesthetics have any place in the tattoo industry?
Emla Cream and Lidocaine are wonderful products for dealing with medical pain, but do these topical anesthetics have any place in the tattoo industry?
Tattoo Symbol Meanings - Pt 3
Part 3 of 4 - this page deals with symbols found in ancient and modern cultural societies.
Part 3 of 4 - this page deals with symbols found in ancient and modern cultural societies.
Tattoo Safety Checklist
Detailed information on how to get a safe tattoo, including a safety checklist to follow.
Detailed information on how to get a safe tattoo, including a safety checklist to follow.
Foot Tattoo Aftercare Tips
While the aftercare for most new tattoos is pretty standard, since getting my feet tattooed it has become apparent to me that foot tattoo care does warrant its own special set of instructions and tips.
While the aftercare for most new tattoos is pretty standard, since getting my feet tattooed it has become apparent to me that foot tattoo care does warrant its own special set of instructions and tips.
Male Genital Piercing Guide
Your personal guide to male genital piercings. This guide will explain the differences between the many male piercings available, which are the most common, who is suited for them and what the recommended starter jewelry is.
Your personal guide to male genital piercings. This guide will explain the differences between the many male piercings available, which are the most common, who is suited for them and what the recommended starter jewelry is.
The Tramp Stamp
Is it true that women who have tattoos on their lower backs are sexually promiscuous? This article explores the widespread claims that there is a scientific correlation between lumbar tattoos and immoral behavior in women.
Is it true that women who have tattoos on their lower backs are sexually promiscuous? This article explores the widespread claims that there is a scientific correlation between lumbar tattoos and immoral behavior in women.
Harry Potter Mirror of Erised Quote Tattoo
Tattoo of a feather quill pen and a quote from the Mirror of Erised from the Harry Potter series.
Tattoo of a feather quill pen and a quote from the Mirror of Erised from the Harry Potter series.
Learning to Tattoo or Pierce
Finding a good apprenticeship requires an alert and cunning hunter. Lay your traps, prepare your bait, and ready your weapons for the hunt of a lifetime.
Finding a good apprenticeship requires an alert and cunning hunter. Lay your traps, prepare your bait, and ready your weapons for the hunt of a lifetime.
Trinity Knot Meaning
Find out what the significance of the Irish Trinity Knot (also known as a Triquetra) is and what the symbol means.
Find out what the significance of the Irish Trinity Knot (also known as a Triquetra) is and what the symbol means.
5 Sexy Spots for a Girls Tattoo
Tattoos take on a boudoir style in peek-a-boo placement.
Tattoos take on a boudoir style in peek-a-boo placement.
Tattoo Healing Scabs
Is a scabbing tattoo normal? Is it safe to pick a scab? I don't know why we feel this uncontrollable urge to dig at our scabs, even if it causes pain or bleeding, but it seems to be something ingrained in our psyche.
Is a scabbing tattoo normal? Is it safe to pick a scab? I don't know why we feel this uncontrollable urge to dig at our scabs, even if it causes pain or bleeding, but it seems to be something ingrained in our psyche.
Piercing - Gun vs. Needle
Professional piercing artists want to see an end to the piercing gun and mall store piercers. Find out why the gun is so dangerous.
Professional piercing artists want to see an end to the piercing gun and mall store piercers. Find out why the gun is so dangerous.
Semi-Permanent Tattoos?
Despite the rumors that there is a kind of semi-permanent tattoo that only lasts a few months or years, it's nothing more than a scam.
Despite the rumors that there is a kind of semi-permanent tattoo that only lasts a few months or years, it's nothing more than a scam.
Prince Albert or PA
Description of the male Prince Albert piercing.
Description of the male Prince Albert piercing.
Meaning of the Om/Aum Symbol
What is the popular symbol known as Om (Aum) and what does it mean?
What is the popular symbol known as Om (Aum) and what does it mean?
Tattoos and Weight Change
If you lose or gain weight, lift weights or become ill, these bodily changes can affect our tattoos. This article explores the different changes, how they may affect your ink, and what you can do (if anything) to prevent damage and image distortion.
If you lose or gain weight, lift weights or become ill, these bodily changes can affect our tattoos. This article explores the different changes, how they may affect your ink, and what you can do (if anything) to prevent damage and image distortion.
Christina
Information guide to the female genital piercing called the Christina. This will tell you what it is, who can get it, what kind of jewelry is required and how long it takes to heal.
Information guide to the female genital piercing called the Christina. This will tell you what it is, who can get it, what kind of jewelry is required and how long it takes to heal.
Choosing The Right Artist
How to choose the right studio and artist for your new tattoo.
How to choose the right studio and artist for your new tattoo.
Outlining Vs. Shading Pain
Tattoo pain is a large concern for beginners, who want to know if outlining or shading causes more pain. Find out what others have said about comparing the pain.
Tattoo pain is a large concern for beginners, who want to know if outlining or shading causes more pain. Find out what others have said about comparing the pain.
Pride and Kanji Symbols
Finding the meanings behind many different types of symbols for tattoos. This page explains the meanings of gay pride symbols, chinese and japanese kanji characters and also symbols of hate to be avoided.
Finding the meanings behind many different types of symbols for tattoos. This page explains the meanings of gay pride symbols, chinese and japanese kanji characters and also symbols of hate to be avoided.
Conventional Piercing Guide - Ear - Industrial
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page provides general information about industrial piercings.
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page provides general information about industrial piercings.
Genital Piercing Aftercare
Your guide to cleaning and caring for your new female genital piercing.
Your guide to cleaning and caring for your new female genital piercing.
Shaving Over a New Tattoo
Stubble may be itchy and annoying, but it sure beats a wrecked tattoo from premature shaving.
Stubble may be itchy and annoying, but it sure beats a wrecked tattoo from premature shaving.
Flowers and John Milton Love Quote Tattoo
Tattoo of sweet pea flowers and a quote by John Milton.
Tattoo of sweet pea flowers and a quote by John Milton.
Black and Grey Full Sleeve Tattoo
Tattoo by Steve Oliver - Tarot Tattoo - Ephrata, Washington.
Tattoo by Steve Oliver - Tarot Tattoo - Ephrata, Washington.
Side torso tattoo - old school traditional ship
Traditional style ship tattoo on side torso by Jay Kelly of Greenman Tattoo in West Hartford, CT.
Traditional style ship tattoo on side torso by Jay Kelly of Greenman Tattoo in West Hartford, CT.
5 Sexy Tattoo Spots for Men
Sexy tattoo placement suggestions for men.
Sexy tattoo placement suggestions for men.
Advisory: Plastic Wrap
Peggy Sucher, a member of the A.P.T. - Alliance of Professional Tattooists - guest wrote this very important safety advisory about the use of plastic wrap on new tattoos. Find out how it got started, why this is such a dangerous practice and why you, as a client or artist, should demand better.
Peggy Sucher, a member of the A.P.T. - Alliance of Professional Tattooists - guest wrote this very important safety advisory about the use of plastic wrap on new tattoos. Find out how it got started, why this is such a dangerous practice and why you, as a client or artist, should demand better.
Sugar Skulls
The sugar skull is a popular icon in the tattoo culture, but it comes from an ancient Mexican holiday known as Dia de los Muertos or the Day of the Dead. Learn the significance of the sugar skull as part of this celebration and how it is used in modern times.
The sugar skull is a popular icon in the tattoo culture, but it comes from an ancient Mexican holiday known as Dia de los Muertos or the Day of the Dead. Learn the significance of the sugar skull as part of this celebration and how it is used in modern times.
tattoo gallery - flowers plants vines trees
Tattoo gallery - pictures of flowers, plants, vines, trees, leaves and other green things.
Tattoo gallery - pictures of flowers, plants, vines, trees, leaves and other green things.
Fourchette
Your guide to the female genital piercing called the fourchette. This page explains what it is, what kind of jewelry it requires and how long you can expect it to heal.
Your guide to the female genital piercing called the fourchette. This page explains what it is, what kind of jewelry it requires and how long you can expect it to heal.
Convincing Your Parents
You want a tattoo or piercing really bad, but Mom and Dad say no. How can you convince them to let you get it done? Here are some helpful hints for reasoning with the folks.
You want a tattoo or piercing really bad, but Mom and Dad say no. How can you convince them to let you get it done? Here are some helpful hints for reasoning with the folks.
How to Open and Remove a CBR
Although going to a professional is always the best choice, there comes a time that almost all of us will need to change our own body jewelry. The key is knowing how to do it right so you don't hurt yourself or ruin your jewelry.
Although going to a professional is always the best choice, there comes a time that almost all of us will need to change our own body jewelry. The key is knowing how to do it right so you don't hurt yourself or ruin your jewelry.
Tattoo Gallery - miscellaneous designs and unique patterns
Some of the most beautiful and unique tattoos don't fit into normal categories. The miscellaneous category is for those such tattoos.
Some of the most beautiful and unique tattoos don't fit into normal categories. The miscellaneous category is for those such tattoos.
Female Genital Piercings Guide
Your personal guide to female genital piercings along with their risks and limitations.
Your personal guide to female genital piercings along with their risks and limitations.
Design Your Own Tattoo
How to Design Your Own Tattoo
How to Design Your Own Tattoo
My Nipple Piercing Experience
I got my nipples pierced in 1999, and this is my experience. Read my story of how I got them, wore them, enjoyed them and removed them (and why).
I got my nipples pierced in 1999, and this is my experience. Read my story of how I got them, wore them, enjoyed them and removed them (and why).
Inner Labia
Information about the female genital piercing called the Inner Labia. Find out what it is, what kind of jewelry it requires and how long it takes to heal.
Information about the female genital piercing called the Inner Labia. Find out what it is, what kind of jewelry it requires and how long it takes to heal.
Tattoos and MRI Scans
Many people with tattoos will eventually face the need of an MRI scan for some sort of medical diagnosis. I get a lot of emails from concerned adults who wonder if their tattoos may interfere with their ability to get an MRI. After much research and discussing this issue with several tattoo artists, MRI patients and an MRI technician, it is time to lay this question to rest.
Many people with tattoos will eventually face the need of an MRI scan for some sort of medical diagnosis. I get a lot of emails from concerned adults who wonder if their tattoos may interfere with their ability to get an MRI. After much research and discussing this issue with several tattoo artists, MRI patients and an MRI technician, it is time to lay this question to rest.
Conventional Piercing Guide - Ear - Conch & Conch Orbital
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page defines the conch and conch orbital piercings and gives information on jewelry and care requirements.
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page defines the conch and conch orbital piercings and gives information on jewelry and care requirements.
Tattoo Gallery - Hot Babes Sexy She-Devils and Pinup Girls
Gallery of beautiful women, lady devils and pinup girl tattoos.
Gallery of beautiful women, lady devils and pinup girl tattoos.
Triangle Piercing
Your guide to the female genital piercing called the Triangle. Find out what it is, who can get it, what kind of jewelry is required and how long it takes to heal.
Your guide to the female genital piercing called the Triangle. Find out what it is, who can get it, what kind of jewelry is required and how long it takes to heal.
Pin-Up Girl Tattoos
The history of old school pin-up models and tattoo designs.
The history of old school pin-up models and tattoo designs.
Stairway to Heaven Tattoo by Tammie - Pisst Fish
See pictures of tattoos inked by featured artist, Tammie, from Pisst Fish in Springfield, MA.
See pictures of tattoos inked by featured artist, Tammie, from Pisst Fish in Springfield, MA.
Christian crucifixion of Jesus tattoo
Full backpiece tattoo by Enrique Patiño.: crucifixion of jesus lima peru unknown artist jesus tattoo arte
Full backpiece tattoo by Enrique Patiño.: crucifixion of jesus lima peru unknown artist jesus tattoo arte
Snake Bite Piercings
Snake bite piercings are one of several different lip piercing styles. Learn about snake bites and how to care for them properly.
Snake bite piercings are one of several different lip piercing styles. Learn about snake bites and how to care for them properly.
Conventional Piercing Guide - Ear - Rook
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page describes the rook piercing, recommended starter jewelry and healing times.
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page describes the rook piercing, recommended starter jewelry and healing times.
Is it Wise to Get Someone's...
If you're thinking of getting someone's name tattooed on your body, there are some things you need to consider no matter how much you think you will love them forever.
If you're thinking of getting someone's name tattooed on your body, there are some things you need to consider no matter how much you think you will love them forever.
Foot Tattoo Pain and Healing
After having my foot tattooed for the first time a few days ago, I have a whole new appreciation for foot ink. Read about my experience and consider this thought - are body art enthusiasts masochistic because they go back for more ink, knowing it's going to hurt? This article explores foot tattoos, pain issues and mental stability.
After having my foot tattooed for the first time a few days ago, I have a whole new appreciation for foot ink. Read about my experience and consider this thought - are body art enthusiasts masochistic because they go back for more ink, knowing it's going to hurt? This article explores foot tattoos, pain issues and mental stability.
Cheek (Dimple) Piercings
Cheek piercings create the illusion of dimples on the face of the one who wears them, but they can be problematic. Find out how to protect yourself against gum recession and infection.
Cheek piercings create the illusion of dimples on the face of the one who wears them, but they can be problematic. Find out how to protect yourself against gum recession and infection.
Monroe Lip Piercings
Monroe piercings actually have several names; they are also sometimes referred to as a Chrome Crawford, Madonna, or Beauty Mark, but they are all essentially the same piercing with possible minor differences, which are explained here.
Monroe piercings actually have several names; they are also sometimes referred to as a Chrome Crawford, Madonna, or Beauty Mark, but they are all essentially the same piercing with possible minor differences, which are explained here.
Bump on piercing
Piercing Bumps, If you have a bump or sore around your piercing, it is more than likely not a keloid and it is easily removable. Find out what it could be and how to get rid of it.
Piercing Bumps, If you have a bump or sore around your piercing, it is more than likely not a keloid and it is easily removable. Find out what it could be and how to get rid of it.
Cross with flames tattoo picture
This is a beautiful example of excellent tattoo work. Enrique Patino shares his talent with the world.
This is a beautiful example of excellent tattoo work. Enrique Patino shares his talent with the world.
Tattoo Gallery - Native American Indian Polynesian Maori and Indigenous Tribal Tattoos
Gallery of Native American (Indian) tattoos and other native tribal art from cultures such as Hawaiian, Polynesian, Maori, etc.
Gallery of Native American (Indian) tattoos and other native tribal art from cultures such as Hawaiian, Polynesian, Maori, etc.
Ta Moko Maori Tattoos
They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. In some cases, this is true. But there are situations when imitation is actually an insult, not flattery. Maori Ta Moko is one of those situations.
They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. In some cases, this is true. But there are situations when imitation is actually an insult, not flattery. Maori Ta Moko is one of those situations.
Tattoo Gallery - Flowers Plants Vines Trees and Leaves
Tattoo gallery - pictures of flowers, plants, vines, trees, leaves and other green things.
Tattoo gallery - pictures of flowers, plants, vines, trees, leaves and other green things.
Microdermals
Microdermals are the newest and most popular form of dermal piercing. Learn about several different styles of dermal implant surface piercings, including how they are inserted, what kind of jewelry is used, aftercare and expected healing times.
Microdermals are the newest and most popular form of dermal piercing. Learn about several different styles of dermal implant surface piercings, including how they are inserted, what kind of jewelry is used, aftercare and expected healing times.
Outer Labia
Description, picture, and risks of the female genital piercing called the Outer Labia piercing.
Description, picture, and risks of the female genital piercing called the Outer Labia piercing.
Frenum
The frenum is one type of male genital piercing that is available and quite common.
The frenum is one type of male genital piercing that is available and quite common.
Genital Piercings Guide
Your personal guide to both male and female genital piercings
Your personal guide to both male and female genital piercings
Tattoo Slang Terms
Ever wonder what those funny slang terms you hear in a tattoo shop mean?
Ever wonder what those funny slang terms you hear in a tattoo shop mean?
Tattoo Gallery - Western traditional and old school style
Tattoo gallery - Western traditional and old (olde) school style.
Tattoo gallery - Western traditional and old (olde) school style.
Tongue Web Piercings
Frenulum piercings refer to three possible oral piercings - this page explains what a tongue frenulum piercing is and what you need to know before getting one.
Frenulum piercings refer to three possible oral piercings - this page explains what a tongue frenulum piercing is and what you need to know before getting one.
Best Season for Tattooing
Most people don't think about getting tattoos until they start wearing less clothing in the summer, but the cool weather of fall and winter are actually the best time to get your artwork done.
Most people don't think about getting tattoos until they start wearing less clothing in the summer, but the cool weather of fall and winter are actually the best time to get your artwork done.
My Tragus Ear Piercing - Experience and Photos
Picture and story of my tragus piercing and my new favorite artist, Billy.
Picture and story of my tragus piercing and my new favorite artist, Billy.
The Ampallang
Description of male genital Ampallang piercing with information on risks and sexual limitations.
Description of male genital Ampallang piercing with information on risks and sexual limitations.
old school oriental bottom (butt) tattoo
Old school style tattoo work by Jay Kelly.: west hartford connecticut greenman tattoo jay kelly jay greenman old school
Old school style tattoo work by Jay Kelly.: west hartford connecticut greenman tattoo jay kelly jay greenman old school
Hair Bleaching Guide
Bleaching your own hair at home is simple if you use the right product and follow these easy steps. Pictures included.
Bleaching your own hair at home is simple if you use the right product and follow these easy steps. Pictures included.
Female Piercings and Sex
There seems to be some confusion about just how much a piercing can actually enhance the sexual experience. Part 1 of this mini-series addresses female genital piercings and how they may or may not affect sexual stimulation.
There seems to be some confusion about just how much a piercing can actually enhance the sexual experience. Part 1 of this mini-series addresses female genital piercings and how they may or may not affect sexual stimulation.
Full back dragon tattoo
Dragon tattoo by Chris Chapman.: electric ink tattoo studio prince edward island canada chris chapman prince edward island summerside pei
Dragon tattoo by Chris Chapman.: electric ink tattoo studio prince edward island canada chris chapman prince edward island summerside pei
Tattoo Gallery - religious faith and spiritual tattoos
Tattoo gallery - symbols of religious faith and spirituality.
Tattoo gallery - symbols of religious faith and spirituality.
Tattoo Gallery - Abstract Tribal Patterns
Tattoo gallery - abstract designs and patterns referred to as tribal - not to be confused with traditional ancient and tribe/tribal art.
Tattoo gallery - abstract designs and patterns referred to as tribal - not to be confused with traditional ancient and tribe/tribal art.
Celestial tattoo gallery - suns moons stars and planets
Tattoo gallery - celestial designs of suns, moons, stars, planets and space tattoos.
Tattoo gallery - celestial designs of suns, moons, stars, planets and space tattoos.
Lower Back Tattoo and Epidurals
Lower Back Tattoo and getting an epidural
Lower Back Tattoo and getting an epidural
Tattoo Conventions List - 2010 and 2011 Tattoo Convention Events and Expos Calendar
Listing of tattoo conventions and other related body art events for 2010.
Listing of tattoo conventions and other related body art events for 2010.
Flower Tattoo on Foot
A gallery of tattoos good enough to be chosen for the 'tat of the week' spotlight in previous weeks.
A gallery of tattoos good enough to be chosen for the 'tat of the week' spotlight in previous weeks.
My tattoos and the stories behind them
As the guide to this site, I wanted to share with you my own tattoos and why they are significant to me.
As the guide to this site, I wanted to share with you my own tattoos and why they are significant to me.
Job Seeking With Body Art
There are actually some companies who will happily hire employees who have tattoos, piercings, and other body modifications but it's difficult to find them if you don't know where to look. This is a list of body art friendly companies where you can apply for a job even if you have body modifications.
There are actually some companies who will happily hire employees who have tattoos, piercings, and other body modifications but it's difficult to find them if you don't know where to look. This is a list of body art friendly companies where you can apply for a job even if you have body modifications.
Hood Piercing Leads to Romance
Victoria gets her clit hood pierced and shares her sensual experience with a friend who went along for moral support.
Victoria gets her clit hood pierced and shares her sensual experience with a friend who went along for moral support.
Tattoo gallery - wolves and wolf paw prints
Wolves and wolf paw print tattoos.: wolf paw paw prints wolf tracks spirit animal green eyes
Wolves and wolf paw print tattoos.: wolf paw paw prints wolf tracks spirit animal green eyes
Tattoo Healing
Tattoo FAQ: Will a healing tattoo leak clear pus, if it is infected? Know what the warning signs of true infection are and what symptoms are not cause for concern.
Tattoo FAQ: Will a healing tattoo leak clear pus, if it is infected? Know what the warning signs of true infection are and what symptoms are not cause for concern.
Conventional Piercing Guide - Ear - Helix Anti-Helix and Orbital
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page describes the helix piercing as well as its two variations, the orbital helix and the anti-helix, recommended starter jewelry and healing times.
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This page describes the helix piercing as well as its two variations, the orbital helix and the anti-helix, recommended starter jewelry and healing times.
Nipple Piercings (M+F)
This guide informs readers about nipple piercings for both men and women. It discusses pain, aftercare, and healing difficulties. Jewelry recommendations and answers to many common questions about nipple piercings are provided as well.
This guide informs readers about nipple piercings for both men and women. It discusses pain, aftercare, and healing difficulties. Jewelry recommendations and answers to many common questions about nipple piercings are provided as well.
Conventional Piercing Guide - Ear - Daith
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This section deals with daith piercings, including recommended jewelry and healing times.
Part of the Conventional Piercing Guide. This section deals with daith piercings, including recommended jewelry and healing times.
What Makes a Good Tattoo Ar...
If you think you have what it takes to become a tattoo artist, take a look at these requirements and see if you truly have the skills to meet up.
If you think you have what it takes to become a tattoo artist, take a look at these requirements and see if you truly have the skills to meet up.
Foreskin
The foreskin piercing, although limited to uncircumsized males, can enhance sexual pleasure. Find out more about this piercing, what kind of jewelry it requires and how long it takes to heal.
The foreskin piercing, although limited to uncircumsized males, can enhance sexual pleasure. Find out more about this piercing, what kind of jewelry it requires and how long it takes to heal.
multiple "old school" style tattoos
Multiple and various old school style tattoos by Jay Kelly of Greenman Tattoo in West Hartford, CT.
Multiple and various old school style tattoos by Jay Kelly of Greenman Tattoo in West Hartford, CT.
Tattoo Certification
Tattoo FAQ Do tattoo artists have to have some kind of special licensing or certification?
Tattoo FAQ Do tattoo artists have to have some kind of special licensing or certification?
Henna Tattoos - Intro
Henna tattoos are a fun and safe way to explore body art without pain or commitment. Henna is a natural substance that's been used for centuries to create beautiful, temporary designs on the body. Learn where henna comes from and how to create your own henna tattoos.
Henna tattoos are a fun and safe way to explore body art without pain or commitment. Henna is a natural substance that's been used for centuries to create beautiful, temporary designs on the body. Learn where henna comes from and how to create your own henna tattoos.
Tattoo Artist Vents
When a tattoo artist makes a mistake, it becomes headline news. But most tattoo artists deal with a lot of annoying clients on a daily basis and no one ever pays attention. Every now and then, an artist gets to the point where they have taken as much as they can handle and they have to vent. And in between the curse words and yelling, there are words of wisdom that all of us should take to heart. Here are some pearls of wisdom from a tattoo artist on the edge.
When a tattoo artist makes a mistake, it becomes headline news. But most tattoo artists deal with a lot of annoying clients on a daily basis and no one ever pays attention. Every now and then, an artist gets to the point where they have taken as much as they can handle and they have to vent. And in between the curse words and yelling, there are words of wisdom that all of us should take to heart. Here are some pearls of wisdom from a tattoo artist on the edge.
old school traditional shark tattoo photo
Old school style shark tattoo.: krooked ken shark tattoo tattoo photo artist ken unknown artist
Old school style shark tattoo.: krooked ken shark tattoo tattoo photo artist ken unknown artist
Cross Tattoos
Discover the many depictions of the cross for tattoo inspiration.
Discover the many depictions of the cross for tattoo inspiration.
Design a Memorial Tattoo
When a loved one passes away, you may decide to get a tattoo to honor them. Because this is a tattoo dedicated to someone else and should reflect their personality rather than your own, you should take time to consider a design that appropriately memorializes them.
When a loved one passes away, you may decide to get a tattoo to honor them. Because this is a tattoo dedicated to someone else and should reflect their personality rather than your own, you should take time to consider a design that appropriately memorializes them.
Septum Nose Piercings
Septum piercings go through the center vertical wall of the nose. Find out how to get a safe septum piercing and how to care for it and avoid problems.
Septum piercings go through the center vertical wall of the nose. Find out how to get a safe septum piercing and how to care for it and avoid problems.
Apadravya
Description and information about the male genital body piercing called an apadravya.
Description and information about the male genital body piercing called an apadravya.
native american feathers and beads tattoo tat
Tattoo of American Indian design with feathers and beads.
Tattoo of American Indian design with feathers and beads.
The Dangers of Black Henna
Henna is a natural substance that, when applied to the skin as a paste, leaves behind a beautiful brownish-colored stain that wears away after a couple of weeks. But black henna is much different and can be extremely dangerous. Find out why.
Henna is a natural substance that, when applied to the skin as a paste, leaves behind a beautiful brownish-colored stain that wears away after a couple of weeks. But black henna is much different and can be extremely dangerous. Find out why.
tattoo gallery picture - rainbow color butterfly tattoo
Rainbow colored butterfly tattoo by Greg Ashcraft of Skinworx.
Rainbow colored butterfly tattoo by Greg Ashcraft of Skinworx.
How to Sell Your Flash Art
This article covers how to go about designing tattoo flash art for sale and how to attract buyers for your art.
This article covers how to go about designing tattoo flash art for sale and how to attract buyers for your art.
Cherry Blossom Tattoos
Learn the spiritual and significant meanings behind cherry blossoms before you get inked.
Learn the spiritual and significant meanings behind cherry blossoms before you get inked.
tattoo gallery - miscellaneous and unique
Some of the most beautiful and unique tattoos don't fit into normal categories. The miscellaneous category is for those such tattoos.
Some of the most beautiful and unique tattoos don't fit into normal categories. The miscellaneous category is for those such tattoos.
Old School Design Chest Tattoo With New School Colors
Tattoo by Steve Oliver - Tarot Tattoo - Ephrata, Washington.
Tattoo by Steve Oliver - Tarot Tattoo - Ephrata, Washington.
The Tattoo Gallery - Guide Picks - My Personal Favorites
I have received hundreds of tattoo picture submissions for this gallery, and here is a collection of some of my personal favorites.
I have received hundreds of tattoo picture submissions for this gallery, and here is a collection of some of my personal favorites.
Tattoo Artists' Salary
Tattoo FAQ: Tattoo Artist Salary - How much money you can make as a tattoo artist is almost impossible to project and depends on a lot of different variables Where do you live? The local economy and how much a tattoo generally costs will have a great effect on your income. It also can determine how many customers you may have depending on the amount of expendable cash flow your customer base has.
Tattoo FAQ: Tattoo Artist Salary - How much money you can make as a tattoo artist is almost impossible to project and depends on a lot of different variables Where do you live? The local economy and how much a tattoo generally costs will have a great effect on your income. It also can determine how many customers you may have depending on the amount of expendable cash flow your customer base has.
armpit tattoo - old school lady and panther
Old school armpit tattoo of lady and black panther by Jay Kelly of Greenman Tattoo in West Hartford, CT.
Old school armpit tattoo of lady and black panther by Jay Kelly of Greenman Tattoo in West Hartford, CT.
lip labret piercing experience with pictures
See what it's like to get your lip/labret pierced by reading my experience and viewing pictures of my most painful piercing yet.
See what it's like to get your lip/labret pierced by reading my experience and viewing pictures of my most painful piercing yet.
Female Genital Piercing Guide
Your personal guide to female genital piercings along with their risks and limitations.
Your personal guide to female genital piercings along with their risks and limitations.
black panther tattoo
Black panther tattoo by Krooked Ken.: black panther tattoo krooked ken artist ken unknown artist tattoos
Black panther tattoo by Krooked Ken.: black panther tattoo krooked ken artist ken unknown artist tattoos
Piercings and Metal Detectors
Coming across a security metal detector can be ominous if you have piercings you don't want anyone else to know about. What are the chances your piercing will set off the alarm?
Coming across a security metal detector can be ominous if you have piercings you don't want anyone else to know about. What are the chances your piercing will set off the alarm?
Create an Art Portfolio
If you want to be a tattoo artist, you need to find an apprenticeship so you can be trained. But finding an apprenticeship is just like trying to find a job - you have to make a good impression. One of the ways you can impress a prospective mentor is with a great art portfolio. This how-to will show you what you need to create one and what not to do that could hurt your chances at getting an apprenticeship.
If you want to be a tattoo artist, you need to find an apprenticeship so you can be trained. But finding an apprenticeship is just like trying to find a job - you have to make a good impression. One of the ways you can impress a prospective mentor is with a great art portfolio. This how-to will show you what you need to create one and what not to do that could hurt your chances at getting an apprenticeship.
Flash Faux Pas and Tattoo E...
Too many people are lazy when it comes to choosing their tattoo design. They rely too heavily on flash and will pick something right off the wall in a matter of minutes because they like it.
Too many people are lazy when it comes to choosing their tattoo design. They rely too heavily on flash and will pick something right off the wall in a matter of minutes because they like it.
Top 8 Tattoo Magazines
Top 8 Tattoo and Body Art Related Magazines. Includes full product reviews of the top magazines.
Top 8 Tattoo and Body Art Related Magazines. Includes full product reviews of the top magazines.
dreamcatcher tattoo with Native American scene
Large backpiece tattoo - dreamcatcher with feathers, arrowheads, the Flag and a Native American scene in the center.
Large backpiece tattoo - dreamcatcher with feathers, arrowheads, the Flag and a Native American scene in the center.
Choose a Tattoo Design
a simple how to on choosing a design for your new tattoo and where to look for examples and pictures.
a simple how to on choosing a design for your new tattoo and where to look for examples and pictures.
The Tattoo Gallery - Cartoon and Animated Character Tattoos
Gallery of cartoon and animated character tattoos by various artists.
Gallery of cartoon and animated character tattoos by various artists.
Ear and Cartilage Piercing Photos
Piercing Gallery - pictures of various ear piercing styles along with different kinds of jewelry.
Piercing Gallery - pictures of various ear piercing styles along with different kinds of jewelry.