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I would never get a tattoo! But I did! A henna one! - - Connie Case
My friends and I went to a beach town boardwalk. We were walking and viewing all the art and jewelry that the sellers had on display. One of my friends (who was much younger then I) said, "Connie, you should get a "henna" tattoo and surprise your husband!" I laughed and said, "Oh sure!" The... Submitted 1 year 278 days ago.

The History of Tattoos - Becky McClure
The word, Tattoo, comes from the Polynesian word, “tatao" which means “to tap" or “to mark something." Captain James Cook introduced this word to the English during his voyage around the world in 1769. Captain Cook and his crew of the ship, The Endeavour, were welcomed... Submitted 5 years 187 days ago.

African Art - sculpture with a deeper meaning - Susan Phillips
African Art - sculpture with a deeper meaning By Susan Phillips Traditional African art is often unusual and abstract. Sculptures of human figures may have out of proportion elements such as an over-sized head coupled with a tiny body form. To understand the art, it must be remembered that the... Submitted 7 years 43 days ago.

8 Most Popular Celtic Design Tattoos - Paul Fagan
Searching for top-rated Celtic design tattoos? Here’s a list of the eight most popular Celtic tattoo designs for you to peruse and see if you can find one that best matches your style and personality. Knots. This is probably the most common style of Celtic tattoo. The entwined... Submitted 1 year 25 days ago.

Arm Tattoos for Guys - Paul Fagan
Arms are the single most popular area for placing tattoos on men because tattoos on these areas are visibly appealing to the eyes. For tattoo artists, the arms are the best place to make intricate designs since it usually provides a large area to work on. Tattoos on arms symbolize events... Submitted 1 year 25 days ago.

The Origin and Uses of Henna Tattoo - - MsJughead
Henna is a dye derived from a flower plant used to dye hair, wool and also used for Mehndi body art. The Henna plant has multiple functions and is widely used for different traditions such as a ceremonial art for weddings, body decoration and mummification of our ancestors from Egypt, Africa... Submitted 1 year 118 days ago.

Tattoo Designs & Free Body Art - Expert Tattoo Artists & Tips On Becoming A Tattooist - Kacycarr
If you have your mind set on having a tattoo you have to remember, tattoos are a lifelong commitment. In other words you can't wash them off. Of course there's laser removal but this comes at a price, not only is it the expense but more the pain involved having a tattoo removed by this method.... Submitted 2 years 212 days ago.

A Piercing History: The Life and Times of the Earring - - Bo Carpenter
With the advent of the earring dating back to 2500 B.C., according to various sources, there's no denying this body adornment has endured many trends and styles. Today, earring fashions are as varied as their history and may be may be worn by both women and men. For such a small item, the earring... Submitted 3 years 174 days ago.

How to Pick a Tattoo Design - Tim Bartley
As you walk around in public, it seems like everywhere you look, there is someone with a tattoo. People place them on their arms, legs, the small of the back, their feet and ankles. There are a myriad of designs and colors available to choose from. Should I get a basic tribal tattoo, black and... Submitted 3 years 188 days ago.

Removing a Tattoo - Tim Bartley
Tens of thousands of people each year decide to have their tattoo removed after they regret getting a tattoo to begin with. People sometimes get the wrong tattoo, a persons name they are no longer with, or it being done by a bad artist, or some shops use cheap ink that bleeds after a few years.... Submitted 3 years 191 days ago.

Things To Consider Before Getting A Tattoo - - Gordon Powles
Everyone nowadays has gone tattoo crazy, from rock stars and celebrity to pretty much any one who wants to be cool and hip and express their personal identity. The reputation of tattoos was just for the working class; criminals and sailors have completely changed. The range of tattoos to choose... Submitted 3 years 205 days ago.

7 Tips To Minimize The Pain Of Getting A Tattoo - - Lonnie R Kunkel
There is no way to tell you the amount of pain you'll feel when you are getting your tattoo, because everyone has a different pain threshold. The pain is usually described as a slight burn or scratching feeling. If you are getting it on your wrist or chest, the pain will be a bit more... Submitted 3 years 246 days ago.

Topless Women Is Art? - Stephany Springer
Jill Coccaro, also known to many as Phoenix Feeley, is fast becoming a household name. The woman who bared her top half two years ago while promoting her art show has made breasts a very profitable marketing scheme. Two years ago, Coccaro thought that going bare-breasted down the streets of... Submitted 4 years 238 days ago.

Seeing Stars With the Star Tattoo - Becky McClure
Well, first of all let’s talk a little about stars. Just so that we are all on the same page about why stars are important symbols… When we look up toward the skies above during a clear night, as Carl Sagan would say, we can see billions and billions of stars. For eons... Submitted 4 years 263 days ago.

Popularity of Butterfly Tattoos - Becky McClure
Butterfly tattoos are very popular because Butterflies are amazing creatures that are even found in ancient Greek mythology! There are approximately 170,000 different species of Butterflies and Moths in the order, Lepidoptera. Of those, about 24,000 are butterflies. Lepidoptera... Submitted 5 years 30 days ago.

So You Want to Know more about Laser Tattoo Removal - Becky McClure
We all know that tattoos are more popular than ever. The bad news is that lots of people regret their tattoos for a variety of reasons. The good news is that laser tattoo removal is becoming a more acceptable form of erasing past mistakes. There are several reasons why people want to remove... Submitted 5 years 66 days ago.

Don't Make These Chinese Symbol Tattoo Mistakes - Becky McClure
The Chinese people have a highly developed writing system that evolved at least 3000 years ago. Ancient writing has been found written on bone, brass vessels or pottery and bamboo strips. The Chinese writing system has no alphabet, but relies on a large number of symbols... Submitted 5 years 139 days ago.

All About Angel Tattoos - Becky McClure
The Angel is a spiritual being created by God. The word angel comes from a Greek word meaning “messenger" or “one who is sent." Angles have been depicted throughout history as God's messengers and soldiers. They delivered His word and carried out His punishments upon mankind. ... Submitted 5 years 184 days ago.

All About Tribal Tattoos - Becky McClure
In recent years, Tribal Tattoos have enjoyed a revival. The originals go beyond the intertwined stripes of black shapes that are common today. Many of the ancient tattoo patterns have given away to swirls, spikes, knots, and totems that come from the imagination of the creator rather than any of... Submitted 5 years 184 days ago.

How to Pick the Dream Tattoo Design That You Want Today - Becky McClure
A recent survey tells us that 24% of Americans between the ages of 18-50 are tattooed. This is almost 1 in 4. The most popular reason people get tattooed is “To broadcast what they are all about." Keeping this in mind, many people end up regretting the tattoo that is inked on their body.... Submitted 5 years 226 days ago.

Mastering The Art Of Face Painting - Tim Arview
Have you ever been to a school fundraiser or a birthday party where there was a professional face painter and thought to yourself, "I wish I could do that"? Well, believe it or not, it's much easier than you think! In this guide, I will briefly discuss 4 tips to getting started as a... Submitted 5 years 231 days ago.

Tattoos Enter Our Popular Culture - Alan Tennent
Tattoos have become an established part of our popular culture. The demand for tattoos is growing and today you are more likely to encounter a professional person or a housewife in your local tattoo parlor than a rebel. This acceptance into the mainstream of our culture has resulted in an... Submitted 5 years 276 days ago.

Thai Temple Tattoo (Sak Yant) - sakyant
To those interested in Body Art There is a newly appearing Facet of tattooing in the West that has slowly come to be popular with Westerners. This new Facet is actually an Ancient Buddhist Tradition in Thailand. It is known in Thailand as "Sak Yant", (Sak= to Tattoo the skin, Yant= Yantra a kind... Submitted 6 years 275 days ago.

Temporary Tattoos - Airbrush Application tips - Vicki Mayhew
Next time you see a beautiful tattoo, take a second look. It may be completely temporary. Temporary tattoos are appearing everywhere, and when applied correctly, look identical to their more permanent siblings. But they are completely removable after a few days. This type of Body Art is... Submitted 7 years 63 days ago.

Tribal Tattoo Pictures – What It Stands For - Paul Fagan
Tribal tattoosdepict a lot of symbols and are deeply rooted in history. In some instances they represent cultural expressions of spirits, blessings and status. Others could also mean protection and the relationship of earth to the cycle of life. Considered as one of the first tattoos imprinted by... Submitted 1 year 25 days ago.