Tattooing
"The tattoo is now well established as the fashion statement
of the new millennium"
The English word 'tattoo' originates from the Tahitian word 'tatu', which
means 'to mark'. In tattooing, ink is applied below the surface
of the skin with a needle (often electrically driven). Traditional
tattoos, which are purely decorative, may be applied to all parts
of the body, but a tattoo is usually not applied to parts of the
body that are not usually covered by clothing, such as the face
or hands.
Tattoos are often used in rites of passage and as a means of expressing
group identity.
Choosing Your Tattoo Design
If you want a tattoo but don´t know exactly what you want,
look at a tattoo magazine or an on-line tattoo e-zine. Art galleries,
photo studios, sketch books, animation magazines and books, and
comic books all could be inspiration for a great design.
Remember that this tattoo will be with you for your entire life
and you only have one shot at getting it right.
Do They Hurt?
Yes and No ! It depends on the spot you choose - it would hurt more when
you get it done close to the bone, like on the ankle or close to the ribs.
But the shoulders and lower back remain the favourites. Keep in mind that
your mental state also has a lot to do with how well you handle the pain.
You shouldn’t be overly tired or emotionally exhausted, nor too
cold or too hot.
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