While there was a time not long ago when the Catholic faith frowned upon tattoos, now they are widely accepted and celebrated among devoted followers, as well as admirers of the religion's poignant symbolism. The cross is among the most widely recognized symbols in the world, and there are countless tattoo renditions of every size and style. Some opt for...
To most people, an Est. tattoo is nothing more than the abbreviation of the word 'established.' To others, this acronym means a lot more. Some people associate their birth year with this particular abbreviation, but this is not always the case. Tattooing a birth year on the skin is a way to show the world that you were born, but...
The Eye of Providence symbol tattoo has also been called the All Seeing-Eye or even the Eye of God, which means it can mean different things to a multitude of people. The symbol has been controversial, at least in the United States where it has been associated with the New World Order or the Illuminati. Both of these phrases are...
Soldiers know the bitter truth of mortality. The battlefield shows the frailty of life like no other experience could, which makes fallen soldier tattoos that much more powerful. The tattoo of a fallen soldier on the skin acts as an immortal remembrance of all those who left their hearts and souls on the battlefield. A man wearing this tattoo is...
Forearm tattoos are simple and strategically placed. A man wearing a forearm tattoo is a walking symbol of "badassery" if there ever was one, and adding a name to the tattoo will complete the piece. Most men know that the badassery associated with the tattoo is quite desirable Badassery makes a man look sexy, appealing, intimidating, and just plain awesome....
Harkening back to one the most rugged archetypes on television, the anti possession tattoo sported by the Winchester brothers on "Supernatural" is staple of the shows fans. When Dean and Sam Winchester first got the tattoos on the shows second season, it was meant as a permanent deterrent to demon possessions. As lifelong professional demon hunters, the two men needed...
Among tattoo aficionados, it is widely known that the soft, vulnerable skin on the back of the arm can be a painful spot to have tattooed. There are even those who will get armband tattoos, only to have them stop just at the back of the arm. If a gentleman can brave the pain, they can enjoy the arm almost...
In recent years, chest tattoos have risen in popularity. Usually, the subject matter for these pieces is very personal. Near and often over the heart, pieces will display the deep feelings or beliefs of the wearer. Memorial tattoos are common on the chest, as is religious imagery. Large sections of scripture and literature go well on the chest and can...
Moving both alone and in packs, the wolf represents the journey we must all take to meet our true selves. For this reason, the wolf is a popular subject in traditional tattoo art. The wolf’s natural beauty and striking features are ideal for adapting into tattoo designs. The wild wolf is a very powerful symbol and often shown to be...
Animal skulls have been implemented in cultural ritual, worship, and ornamentation for thousands of years, each skull appointed the powers of its animal possessor. Today many choose to tattoo the skulls of their own animal guides onto themselves, totems of both strength and protection, as well as a tribute to the macabre beauty of all living things. Bear, bull, wild...
