Archive for July, 2009

Where You Can Find Online Tattoo Designs

Thursday, July 30th, 2009 at 8:15 pm

Terry Daniels asked:

The beauty of the Internet is that there is a wealth of information available to anyone who wants it. This is no different when it comes to online tattoo designs. Before the explosion of the Internet you had to rely on the tattoo designs of your nearest tattooist. Unless, your tattooist only tattoos original designs and changes each one slightly, you could end up with the same tattoo as many other people in your town.

Now, you can take the design of your tattoo into your own hands and it has never been easier. You no longer have to go to your tattoo parlour to look at the designs, you can do it from the comfort of your own home. Secondly, the choice is much larger on the Internet. As the popularity of tattoos has increased in recent times so has the number of tattoo websites.

Having a tattoo is something to seriously consider. Excuse me for stating the obvious but it is permanent and you will want to make sure the design is something that will stand the test of time. Avoid getting tattoos on a whim as this is a sure-fire way to expensive tattoo removal. Tattoos are also pretty expensive. If you don't have money to waste then I would recommend you do lots of research online before you commit to anything.

Browse through a tattoo designs gallery, there are thousands and thousands of designs to have a look at. Choosing a quality website will enable you to browse through categories and look at high quality pictures of different tattoo designs. Broadly speaking, there are two types of tattoo website to choose from and they are either free or fee-paying.

You get what you pay for and that is nothing new. By subscribing to a website you can gain access to tattoo designs that are not as common. One thing you have to bear in mind with the free websites is that literally everyone can access the tattoos. If the uniqueness of your tattoo is important to you then it is important to remember that these tattoos are not likely to be unique.

Of course it all depends what you are looking for in a tattoo. Many free websites only feature tattoos which are generic. By paying for membership you can gain access to original pieces which are works of art in their own right. There are many incredibly talented tattoo artists you could find which could design your tattoo for you if you look in the right places.

The other great thing about tattoo art websites is that you can talk with other people and share ideas and inspiration. You could network with body art enthusiasts in your area who may be able to recommend a good tattoo website or studio.

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Tribal Cross Tattoo’s and Holy Cross Tattoo’s

Sunday, July 19th, 2009 at 11:18 pm

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For thousands of years, crosses have been used in all types of Christian faith. The holy cross tattoo's are a simple design that has taken on many forms, especially among tribal art tattoos. Tribal cross tattoos have become main-stream in tattoo parlors around the world, and known for their distinct look of heavy black lined ink and beautiful bold shapes. Originally this style of art was inspired by the Maori tribe and has now been adopted by many modern day groups such as the Gothics with their Gothic Cross Tattoo's.

Even as there are many different styles or versions of the cross, the meaning is all the same in sentiment or tradition. Tribal cross tattoo's and celtic cross tattoos are the top choice among tattoo seekers; they have so many interesting and unique designs that can be incorporated. Most people who seek out tattoos do so for sentimental reasons or to show their heritage pride. The holy cross tattoos are less a religious statement and more often used combined with a tribal tattoos cross for ornamental looks. A simple cross has four sections which we call the "cardinal points", and have been interpreted among the Christian faiths as the world separated into four elements. It is also said among the Christians that the never-ending lines represent the divinity and the world.

What makes a tribal cross tattoos such a sought after design is the fact that they combine the ordinary cross with the beauty of tribal art. Tribal cross tattoos can be done in the traditional black only ink but also have been seen in beautiful tribal colors such as red, green, blue and purple. When colorful flowers or fairies are added to it, it can be a beautiful design choice for women who prefer a more feminine look.

The Celtic cross is another form of the holy cross tattoo's used in the Catholic churches in Ireland and around the world, and it is also considered tribal. There has been, over the years, some debate as to whether the cross is indeed a Christian symbol, simply because it dates back to before Christianity, to the British Isles.