What is more iconic than the bridges of the world? Used to represent cities themselves, the culture of an area, and often the struggles people have battled throughout their lives, bridges are beautiful. Used as a threshold to new opportunities or to escape less than favorable memories, bridges are a necessary portion of life and the art that brings them...
Dragon Ball has had a long history, and one of the most hated and beloved characters in the series is Vegeta. This being was born for greatness. Vegeta is of royal blood and was meant to be the king of his world, but it was destroyed. The show introduces Vegeta as a villain. He was a ruthless character, which some...
The Polynesian culture is an ancient one and the symbols used to portray it are distinguishable yet antique as well. When most think about this culture, they imagine a tropical setting full of ocean life, warmth, and even strength when contemplating the warriors who fought to defend this fascinating heritage. When one receives a Polynesian tattoo, it is commonly placed...
Few images are as visceral as the spindly spider, and few tattoo styles are as bold as those drawn in the traditional hand. When the two are fused together, the results are truly impressive, if not downright creepy. As far as subject matter goes, few are as intimidating as that of the arachnid variety. The time-honored traditional style of tattooing...
Some tattoo designs lend themselves to creativity and individuality better than others. Treasure chest tattoos are one such design. Romantic and powerful at the same time, the image of a treasure chest evokes fantasies of fortune and glory, battle and conquest, and the ultimate satisfaction of a deep longing finally realized. Steeped in myth, legend and good old-fashioned pirate lore,...
Many of us know what saints are, but why are people getting saints tattooed onto their bodies? Besides the fact that they can look absolutely stunning and creative, they have a lot of meaning behind them. We all know a saint is someone perceived as very holy person and that they hold a high status in religious views. This is...
Bane. The man. The mountain. The legend. The one that learned batman's true identity and shared his back ground with millions of fans. Bane is well known for his pure strength, outstanding intelligence, and never ending endurance. It just makes sense that fans would want such an unforgettable symbol inked onto their body. It would remind them of pure strength...
The world of Tim Burton's grifting ghoul is ripe for tattoo inspiration, and for decades Beetlejuice devotees have dedicated their flesh to the cultural phenomenon. From the underworld inhabitants such as receptionist Miss Argentina, Harry the Hunter, Juno the chain-smoking caseworker, and the phantom football team, to the newly-dead Maitlands, there is truly a character for every individual style and...
For ink addicts who also happen to be hooked on throwing mean strikes, bowling tattoos can be a perfect fit. From pins to balls to shoes, there are so many creative ways to express a love of all things bowling with a new tattoo. Because there are so many possibilities in terms of composition and exact subject matter, bowling tattoos...
A worldwide cultural icon and one of the most famous movie characters of all time, Tony Montana has come to represent all that is rich, corrupt, and yet ultimately redeemable. A force of nature till the very end, Tony blazes a violent path for himself in a world of crime, seduction, and opulence, ultimately ending the way he rose to...
