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Tribal Tattoos

2007-12-31T07:47:00.000-05:00

by Dagfinn Rognerud

Many Indian Tribes in South America routinely tattooed their body or face by simply pricking and some tribes in California introduced color into scratches. Many tribes of the Arctic and sub-arctic, mostly Inuit and some people in eastern Siberia, made needle punctures through which a thread coated with pigment was drawn underneath the skin.

The Maori people of New Zealand, who are world famous for their tattooing, applied their wood carving technique to tattooing. In the moko style of Maori tattooing, shallow, colored grooves in distinctive, complex designs were produced on the face and buttocks by striking a small bone-cutting tool into the skin. After the Europeans arrived in the 1700s, the Maori began using metal that settlers brought for a more conventional style of puncture tattooing.

In Borneo, women bore a symbol on their arms to denote their specific skills, thus increasing their potential for marriage, whilst tattoos worn around the fingers and wrist were said to ward off sickness. Clan or society membership, have also often been symbolized by tattoos throughout history. It has also been believed that the wearer of an image calls the spirit of that image. For example, the ferocity of a tiger would belong to the person bearing this tattoo.

Although controversial, many believe tattooing originates in Egypt from the time of the Pharaohs and the construction of the Great Pyramids. As the Egyptian Empire spread, so did the art of tattooing and around 2000 BC it reached China.

In ancient Greece the tattoos were used to mark spies while the Romans used the tattoo to mark slaves and criminals. In western Asia, the Ainu people used tattoos to signify social status.

The Ainu were said to have carried the art to Japan where they became a mark of religion. Dayak warriors who had 'taken a head' were signified by a tattoo on the hand. The Polynesians employed tattoos to denote status, tribal communities and rank.

The Danes, Saxons and Norse were often tattooed with their family crest. In modern society, tattoos are becoming popular and most of the tattoos are based on the variety of the tribal tattoos. The Tribal tattoos have in centuries have developed various designs of Cross tattoos Angel Tattoos, Butterfly tattoos, Dragon tattoos, fairy tattoos, flower tattoos etc.

Indian tribes, especially excelled in the art of Henna tattoos, which are widely used in their family functions, rituals etc., Even in Saudi Arabia, Henna tattoos were popular. Lower back tattoos were used extensively by women of various tribes and are being done even at present.

Thus, Tribal tattoos had a significant role to play in the evolution of Tattoos.

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Christian Cross Tattoos - The Hidden Truth

2007-12-31T07:11:00.000-05:00

by Jasper Hogane

Yes, dont be surprised that Christian do have tattoos, especially Christian cross tattoos. They are a unique and personal way of keeping Christian iconography close to them.

Christianity does not have any rules against tattooing, except maybe some precautions for young people to be modest regarding the image they embody in the world.

A Christian cross tattoo can be stylish and is a suitable yet potent symbol that resonates with a lot of Christian youth.

The Christian Cross Tattoo

Many Christian symbols have been turned into tattoo images but the cross beats all the others. Christian cross tattoos that come in different styles of the cross are plentiful. After all, this is most familiar Christian image of all.
The cross tattoos varies a lot, some show Jesus on the cross while others show the cross with a crown of thorns hung over one arm. Others just consists of crossed nails such as those that were used to hang Jesus on the cross.

Other popular Christian cross tattoo images can be the Celtic cross - one of the most popular Christian tattoos, the Russian cross and the Egyptian "ankh" which is the Egyptian symbol for "life".

There are also other Christian images being used in the Christian cross tattoos other than the cross itself. The fish symbol is one great example which is frequently used as a symbol of Christ. This is great for tattooing, especially in black as it is a compact but prominent symbol.

On the other hand, there are other tattoos that may be really link to the notorious status such as the Hispanic Christian Cross Tattoos.

These tattoos are a unique sub-group. Even though most Mexicans and other Hispanic people are involved in gangs or other criminal activities, you will be surprised that they are actually deeply religious. They rely on their Christian symbols to both identify and protect them.

Their Christian cross tattoos are quite complex with numerous involving a tattooed image of a saint, Jesus, or the Virgin Mary. These Hispanic tattoos often carry words too, usually a Bible verse and maybe accompanied by a loved ones name. Quite a lot of Mexican gang members have several complicated tattoos allowing them to literally wear his identity and personality on his skin.

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Time And Tattoos

2007-10-17T16:30:00.001-04:00

Time And Tattoos

Throughout the course of time, tattoos have been used to personify and represent someone’s affiliations, personal preferences, and their creative outlook on life. Tattoos are gaining in popularity these days as well with both men and women. Research has shown that nearly in people have at least one tattoo on their body.

By definition, a tattoo is a permanent marking on the skin. The ink is injected by needle under the skin, creating the image of the tattoo. The needle moves very fast, puncturing the skin and depositing the ink into the epidermis. As the ink is depositing into the epidermis, the skin captures the color of the ink. The artist will continue to clean the tattoo as he works on it, wiping it off with antiseptic and disinfecting the wound.

Over time tattoos will chance with the skin on a constant basis due to the wind, sun, regeneration, water, and other things. The way a tattoo looks and the design must also chance with the skin as it shrinks, stretches, and ages. The pigment that makes up the tattoo must remain the way it is over time, although tanning and wrinkles can affect the color and clarity of the tattoo.

The overall length of time that a tattoo styles healthy and vibrant in color all depends on how well it was taking care of after it was completed and how the skin is taking care of. Even though infection is always a concern with tattoos, you must also promote healing in the sense of retaining as much ink as you possibly can. Most tattoos will heal completely within a few short weeks, although they must be kept moist to prevent scabbing. If allowed to scab, the scab that forms will remove some of the color from the tattoo.

The number one enemy of tattoos is the sun. Just like other colors that are exposed to sunlight, the pigments found in tattoos will fade. Yellow and red are the hardest colors to maintain over time, blue and black are the easiest and most stable to maintain. Tattoos are considered to be part of the organism of living skin and need to be maintained to keep the color alive and fresh. If you are going to be out in the sun, you should always cover your tattoos and wear a quality sunscreen as well, just to be on the safe side.

Tattoos that have been properly applied, properly healed, and protected from the rays of the sun can remain their best for years and years. Although the colors will remain vibrant as well, time and the sun are definite enemies for tattoos. No matter how well you take care of your tattoos and protect them, there really is no escape from changes that come as a result of time itself.

Things To Know About Tattoos

2007-10-17T16:29:00.001-04:00

Things To Know About Tattoos

Tattoos are created by injecting ink through into the skin. Tattoo artists accomplish this by using an electric powered tattoo gun that almost sounds like the drill a dentist uses. The tattoo gun has a needle that moves up and down, putting the ink into the skin around ,0 times a minute. The needle in the gun punctures the skin and deposits a small drop of ink with each puncture.

The tattoo machines of today have several basic components. The sterilized needle, tube system, electric motor, and foot pedal are all fine examples. The foot pedal is extremely important to the tattoo gun, as it controls the vertical movement that the needle will make. It resembles a pedal used with a sewing machine, except for the fact that it determines how the needle will work.

One of the biggest concerns regarding tattoos has always been safety. Tattoo machines work by puncturing the skin and injecting ink into the tattoo site. Whenever you are dealing with puncture wounds, there is always a risk of infection and disease. Because of these risks, tattoo applications are always focused on safety. Tattoo artists always use sterile equipment, disposable materials, and proper sanitation to ensure protection for themselves and their customers.

To help prevent the risk of contamination, almost all tattoo materials such as ink, ink cups, needles, and gloves are for single use only. Needles should never be used a second time, as they can almost always lead to infection. Most of the single use products will arrive at the tattoo studio in sterile packaging where the artist can open it up in front of you before he starts his work.

Before they start the tattoo, tattoo artists will always wash their hands with soap and water and check themselves for abrasions and cuts. After doing so, they will clean and disinfect their work area with the appropriate disinfectants. As they do this, they will normally explain to you what they are doing and how the sterilization process works. Once they have cleaned the area, they will then start to open their equipment from the sterile boxes. After the artist has opened everything, he will shave the area for the tattoo and disinfect it with water and soap.

Once he starts the tattoo, the pain will all depend on your tolerance. Some people say that it feels like being pinched, while others describe it as a slight poking with needles. Your overall pain tolerance, the location and size of the tattoo and the experience of the tattoo artist will all be contributing factors to how much pain you will feel. The location is extremely important. If you are getting a tattoo in a sensitive area – it will probably hurt a bit more.

The tattoo artist will clean the tattoo throughout the process, and again once he has finished. Once he has finished, he will put some ointment on the tattoo and cover it. He will also explain how you should take care of it and what you can and can’t do. Most tattoo artists will give you a sheet to take home that contains detailed instructions on caring for your new tattoo. If you have any questions, you shouldn’t hesitate to ask when he is going over your care instructions.

When you get home, you should always follow those instructions. Taking care of your new tattoo is very important and may very well determine your risk of infection. Tattoos can be a great thing to have, providing you take care of them. Keep in mind that the tattoo may be sore for a while – although it will heal in a few short days.

Tattoo Safety

2007-10-17T16:22:00.000-04:00

Tattoo Safety

The process of tattooing involves needles that move at very fast speeds to penetrate the outer layers of the skin. The needles break the skin, and inject dots of ink into the third layer, creating the image of the tattoo design in the skin. Whenever you are getting a tattoo, common sense and a bit of safety are always the most important considerations.

When getting a tattoo, most people fear getting the virus known as HIV, which can lead to the dreaded AIDS virus. Although many fear HIV, it is just one of the many viruses that can result from tattoos. Staph, syphilis, tuberculosis, and hepatitis are all but a few of the other diseases that can result from tattoos. All it takes is a dirty or unsanitary needle and you could wind up contracting one of the deadly viruses listed above.

Just like other activities, tattooing can be very dangerous. Although tattooing is indeed dangerous, there are ways that you can minimize or eliminate the potential dangers. Each and everyday, tattoo artists have to adhere to a strict code of safety to ensure that the risk of contracting HIV or any other diseases is little to none.

Professional tattoo artists will sterilize their equipment after each use. They use steam pressure autoclave when disinfecting their tattoo guns and needles. Bleach and alcohol don’t sterilize the equipment; they are instead used to prep the equipment. Once the bleach and alcohol have been used on the instruments, they will then be autoclaved, which will sterilize them.

When the tattoo artist does the tattoo, he should always wear rubber gloves that can easily be disposed of. The ointment spreaders and any type of rags that are used should also be disposable. When you walk into the tattoo studio, the floors should be spotless. In the rooms where the tattoos are done, the working area should always be clean and sanitary.

Before the tattooist starts the tattoo, he should always give each customer a brand new set of fresh needles. Then, he should always dip the needle in a small cap of pigment that he just took out of a large squeezable bottle. If the artist dips the needle into the big bottle, you may very well be sharing fluids with those who have had tattoos from that same big bottle.

Whenever you decide to get a tattoo you should always put safety first. Safety is very important with tattoos, as you could otherwise get a disease or a serious infection. Before you decide on a tattoo studio, you should always make sure that they are clean and sanitary. If you get a tattoo from a studio that is dirty or unsanitary, you could wind up on a never ending spiral of infections and viruses.