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Body Tattoos – Tattooed World

Tricia Myob — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 12:20:26 +0000

Getting Inked is one of the most important decisions you can make – body tattoos are permanent, they are a statement of who and what you are. It presents to the outside world a statement of self that cannot be argued with, it tells much of how you perceive yourself and how you want to be perceived by the wider world. At Body Tattoos I want to bring together every aspects of Tattoos and Inking, a one-stop Tattoo Studio online, let me know what you want and how you want to see it…but first, Welcome to Body Tattoos.

Body Tattoos have been part of our culture forever. They may fall out of fashion every now and then but we will always have them.

There is all kinds of speculation about why we have them but there isn’t a single answer – it is just something we do. We probably have a different reason for every Tattoo that we have.

Tattoos for Men, Tattoos For Women, there are so many different styles and types. Each one we have is unique, there will never be two tattoos that are exactly the same. Each is a thing of beauty in it’s own way.

Tattoo is a living art form, it is a very public statement of who and what we are. It’s not something to be done without thinking about it carefully first, but it’s not something to be afraid of either.

Whether you want a small, hidden tattoo or to have a complete suit the choice is yours and we aim to provide you with lots of knowledge, ideas and inspiration. If you have a Tattoo you want to show off – contact us.

There’s no membership – you are free to browse and see what you want on the site. We add more to our sites every week so its worth subscribing to our free RSS feed so you’ll know whenever there’s anything new. Look around and enjoy…

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The Vanishing Tattoo

Tricia Myob — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 14:16:16 +0000

In the final part of the series Lance and Tom have a tattoo and Eddie talks about what the traditional symbols of the Iban mean to him and their importance. The search for vanishing tribal symbols continues, but there is the start of a resurgence in interest within the Iban tribes for their heritage. A fantastic series of videos, this completes the story and highlights the importance of tattooing in our cultures.

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Into The Tribe

Tricia Myob — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:55:37 +0000

In Part 5 of the series, the Iban Tribe acquires a new member and the symbolism of the Tattoo is explained. Following his Tattooing in the traditional manner, VIncent is adopted into the Tribe and discovers his coming was seen in a dream by his adoptive father

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Body Tattoos – Stay Safe

Tricia Myob — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:19:59 +0000

Once you have decided that you are going to get a body tattoo, you need to make sure that all you get is the tattoo. Whilst most tattoo artists are incredibly careful about health and hygiene the ultimate responsibility is yours. Just by adopting a few simple precautions you can make sure that getting inked is an experience you won’t regret and you will be proud of your tattoo for many years. Don’t be tempted to skimp on these steps – it is your body and you will be the one who suffers if it isn’t right.

Check out the Tattoo Artist and the shop before you go. First and foremost – ask around, check with friends where they go and what they think. If you see someone with a design you like and that is well done, ask them where they had it done

Talk to the Artist – and talk to more than one. Go and visit a couple of studios and get a feel for the place and the artist. Do they think the way you do? Are they interpreting what you want properly? Will they customize a design for you or only do ‘off the shelf’ designs. Any reputable artist will take the time to talk to you, and will be happy to demonstrate their drawing skills as well. When you speak to the Artist, ask about tattoo after care. They ought to give you detailed instructions and you should follow these to the letter. Also ask about ‘touch ups’ should they be required.

Most good Studios display evidence of training in sterilization and hygiene procedures. It they aren’t obvious, ask about them and ask to see the certificates if you are not happy with their answers. No good artist will mind – in fact they will welcome the fact that you are prepared to take the time to make sure their work will be cared for properly.

Ask about training, particularly if the shop is new to the area. Most artists serve a fairly lengthy apprenticeship and are proud of the fact that they are well qualified. Certificates are usually displayed prominently. You should also check that insurance documents are up to date – again they are generally on public display.

The Tattoo Studio itself should be clean, tidy and well organized – it’s not going to be like a hospital but you should feel confident that floors and walls are regularly washed and cleaned, as should the windows. Any soft furnishings should be cleaned frequently and there should be no soiled rubbish around.

When you have chosen your studio, and you go for your tattoo you should find that all the equipment is well kept and cared for. The Artist will wear disposable gloves – make sure to tell them if you have a latex allergy so that the right ones are used. The guns should be covered in a clean plastic film and the needles will be in a sealed packet which will be opened in front of you. If that doesn’t happen – don’t have the tattoo!

If it doesn’t look or feel right to you – go somewhere else. If you are not comfortable that everything is just right then you won’t relax and that means your tattoo will hurt a great deal more than it would otherwise. A body tattoo is an investment for life and you should take just as much care in choosing where it is done and who does it as if you were investing in a piece of art for your home.

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What Tattoos Mean To Me

Tricia Myob — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 15:10:28 +0000

I browse the net – a lot. I find all kinds of things, some good, some bad. Some things I’m interested in, some I’m not. I was looking around the other day to see what kind of things people said about Tattoos that were personal to them, about what they mean and why they have them. I came across something I want to share with you. This site Gil’s Tattoos, is a page on Squidoo by their development engineer, and is about his view on Tattoos – he is a self-professed fanatic. More interesting though are his views on why he has Tattoos and the meaning behind his choices.

What struck me was the deeply personal nature of both the page and his tattoos. The Raft is a testament and tribute to the thought that he gives to each piece of body art – go visit, it will only take a moment – and it’s worth it!

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What Does A Tattoo Cost?

Tricia Myob — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 22:38:37 +0000

Like most things in life – if it’s good it doesn’t come cheap. The cost of tattoos varies and depends first on the skill of the Artist and his reputation. Then you need to factor in all the costs that are associated with a business – the more upmarket the location, the more it will cost. Your design is a huge factor too, is it off the shelf or something specially commissioned?

Many Tattoo Artists will make small alterations to a standard design without charge but if you want something completely unique you will have to pay accordingly. Small tattoos in a reputable studio will start from around $30 for something off the shelf and fairly basic, after that the sky is the limit. Large projects can involve several visits to the Stuido and will end up costing hundreds of dollars.

It may seem expensive, but consider it like this – it’s a work of art, would you expect to get an original painting for peanuts? Of course not, so why expect to get a Tattoo at a knockdown price. Remember, it’s for life and you want it to look as good as possible for as long as possible.

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