Tattoos are made when the artist uses a sharp needle that has been sterilized to poke tiny holes in the skin to create a design of the customer's choice. Then dark ink is inserted in each hole to link the holes and bring the design to living color. These can be tiny rosebuds or huge dragons, depending on the client's choice. Some people decorate a small area of skin, while in others it may be difficult to find a square inch of un-tattooed flesh.
Body tattoos seemed to be reserved for primal tribes out of
the loop of civilization and sailors who voyaged far from home in quest of
adventure. Neither of those lifestyles necessarily permeate today's culture, and
yet thousands of people from every walk of life are choosing to get tattoos of
one kind or another, and sometimes multiple variations to adorn various parts of
their exposed skin surface. Young and old, male and female, and rich or poor can
be seen proudly displaying words, images, and designs on shoulders, backs,
ankles, and even the face as today's social climate fosters more tolerance of
this tradition that was perhaps once forbidden or frowned upon in Western
society.
Those who create body art of this type could be fly-by-night operators looking to make a fast buck on a fleeting sensation. But there are those who take their work seriously, having studied art over the ages or the human body to minute detail. Their goal is to create a lasting artwork that bears the imprint of their talent and expertise on the person receiving the tattoo. These artists are careful to use clean instruments and maintain a positive image in their studio. Some tattoo artists are interested only in this artistic expression on the human body, but others experiment with a variety of designs that include body piercing, implantations, and variant jewelry to accent the human-made artistry in a vivid array of hues.
If you are thinking about getting a tattoo, look for a reputable parlor and someone who has received the license to perform this work. Look for word-of-mouth recommendations as well, to see if past customers would consider returning or recommend that others try a particular establishment. You have just one body, and tattoos last indefinitely, although they may need to be touched up from time to time. Take your time, check the local artists, and make a wise selection rather than rushing into something you may later regret.
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