Top Best and Worst Reasons To Make Tattoos

Have you ever wondered why people make tattoos? We’ve interviewed hundreds of people to find out and here are the results.

Today many people of all ages make tattoos. It’ not a secret that the popularity of body art is growing every day, but have you thought about the reasons? The debates and arguing between the tattoo fans and their opponents, who think people should not modify their appearance, will probably never stop. But why so many people decide to make a tattoo? Is it just a fashion? We don’t think so, though of course the reasons differ greatly and are sometimes totally individual, we’ve decided to determine top best and worst reasons of making tattoos. This is based on the data gather by interviewing numerous tattoo artists and their clients across the country. So, why people make tattoos?

We’ll start with the best reasons, meaning that people form this group have rarely been sorry for their decision later and are happy with their designs.

Self-expression and a willing to reveal the unique individuality is one of the best reasons. Such people usually either make a scratch for their future tattoo by themselves or have a clear idea of what they want in their mind and choose a professional tattoo artist who can make drawing for them.

These tattoos are totally unique – meaning that a design is made specifically for a person and there will never be another man with the same tattoo. Of course such designs require more time for preparation and often more money for choosing a professional artist – but they are almost never regretted by their owners.

A wish to start a new life or to determine the start of new period in the life is also a popular reason to make a tattoo. When people overcome difficulties, they often want to show their success, to mark the start of new stage in their life. And tattoo is ideal for that. Firstly, it’s a major change in the appearance, and most of the people who started a new life, want to show inner changes in their looks. Also, to make a tattoo is a brave decision and it often helps people to feel stronger. With such tattoo you will never forget your victory or your braveness to start new life.

Another interesting reason is a wish to acquire a totem or a talisman. A lot of people believe that tattoos can influence their life and choose a design that can help them become braver, happier, more self-assured or even more attractive. These people believe that a tattoo design can give the owner power, strength and beauty. Animal tattoos are the most popular among this group, because toady people believe that they can acquire some traits of the chosen animal, the same as centuries ago.

Although the reasons of the first group are different and can vary in details depending on the person, most of people that make tattoos based on these reasons never regret it. And what is even more important they are happy with them not only just after making but even in years. But unfortunately not all people think much before making a tattoo. So we also gathered the worst reasons to make a tattoo design. These people often regret their tattoo and have to either change it or remove later. So what tattoos are most often removed – find out and not follow these mistakes.

Fashion is probably the worst reason to make a tattoo. If you want to have a design, just because tattoos became fashionable, or because you favorite actor/singer has it – you should certainly think twice. Most of the people that come for tattoo removal made their design just because they wanted to look cute and fashionable. If this is your reason, it would be better to start with a temporary tattoo – with nowadays technologies you’ll look the same, but when you will no longer like the design you won’t have problems with its removal. Temporary tattoos are also the best decision for teenagers, whose parent are against the permanent designs.

A wish to look like your friend/school star/that cute guy from the neighborhood is even worse. Such people don’t want a tattoo – they just want to look like somebody they admire/envy. And this is actually the biggest problem with these designs – they are not unique in any way and don’t reveal character or individuality of the person.  This reason became most popular when we talked to people who came to remove their tattoos. Of course the decision is up to you, but if you just wish to look like somebody it’s certainly recommended to choose temporary tattoo – in this case at least you won’t regret it later.

One more group of tattoos thet are removedreally very often is tattoos with names of the loved one. We all think that the love is for the whole life but people are not ideal and it’s not a rare case when after making tattoos with each other names people quarrel and get separated later. The worst thing is that in this case tattoos not just become unnecessary – they remind of the past broken relationships and people have to remove or modify them in this case. Looking on many celebrities that after getting separated or divorced had to deal with such tattoos, think twice before tattooing someone’s name on your skin – maybe a wedding with rings would be a better alternative?

Of course there are far more reasons for making tattoos and we could not cover them all in one article, that’s why if you have something to add you are welcome to comment and give your reasons and thoughts.

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Top 3 Issues To Consider Before Making A Tattoo

What is the most important about a tattoo design? There are some of things that matter the most. Firstly, there’s the image. If you want to make a tattoo you need an image. To choose the image for your tattoo is the top step. There are tons of pic online, but maybe you want your tattoo look unique? Then, you need a great image for it.

You can choose it or even create yourself. The second important thing is a meaning. It’s better to decide what your tattoo design should mean before doing it. You can either decide what you want your future tattoo to reveal and choose a picture accordingly or read about tattoo meanings and choose the design you like. In any case before making a particular design it’s a good idea to check all its meanings online.
Remember that most of the people will continue asking what your tattoo means, so prepare an answer to be fully confident.

One more extremely important issue is choosing a tattoo artist. Today there are many tattoo artists in nearly all cities, but you need to choose wisely. First of all, be sure you choose a reliable tattoo studio – this is the guarantee of your safety and the quality of tattoos made. But deciding on an artist is especially crucial. If the artist is good he can help you in choosing a design or even draw it himself. But it often happens so that when coming to the studio,
you already know exactly what you want, and it’s great. A professional and talented tattoo artist can create a great tattoo from your desired image. Today the tattoo making technologies developed greatly so don’t believe if you are told that the image cannot be copied exactly to your skin or that it’s too complicated for a tattoo design. If the artist is really a pro, he cannot just copy any image but make your tattoo alive and look even more real when you move your muscles. Such tattoos attract much more attention and certainly look attractive and interesting.

But what is also important to remember when choosing a design of your dream is a style. There are numerous tattoo styles today; some are ancient and some classic. There are also modern and fashionable styles.  You always can choose beautiful colorful designs or elegant black tattoos. But today new styles became extremely popular. 3D tattoos are on the top today. They are now made by celebrities and acquire even more popularity among tattoo fans every day. 3D tattoos are wonderful, the can shock and excite people but always attract their attention.

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3D tattoo designs are often compared to illusions and they are actually a very modern way of creating illusion – the design that looks totally alive on your skin. Another popular style of nowadays is biomechanical. Such tattoos represent the union of nature and technologies, a human being and a robot. Biomechanical tattoos firstly became popular in 70-s of the twenties century and are in trend today. The tattoos made in this style are usually big and reveal the inner pats of human body in the form of robotic details. Biomechanical tattoo style is based on popular sci-fi movies like Terminator and Matrix. But probably the most popular tattoo style is still the tribal. It is also the most ancient style and the most loved by both men and women.

 

Tribal tattoos were popular since the dawn of civilization and still hold the first spot among tattoo styles. Tribal tattoo designs are often made in black color only but today there are also many colorful tribal tattoos. For this style either real historic ornaments and images, or self-created designs can be used.  The choice of size, form and even place for such tattoo is totally up to you. Tribal designs always look attractive and powerful.

So if you want to get a tattoo design, consider all these issues before making it, because the tattoo design should emphasize your individuality, taste and character.

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Dragon Tattoos – Top Popular Designs in 2012

As you know 2012 is a year of Dragon according to the Chinese calendar, and dragons become especially popular symbols this year. Dragon tattoos always were made by bright, brave and modern people. Dragons are often chosen by both men and women and the great diversity of the designs allow everyone to choose unique dragon tattoo to reveal his/her individuality and personal character. Such tattoos are always beautiful and attract a lot of attention.

Dragon is the most powerful, beautiful and mysterious creature, known by people from the ancient times but never seen in real world. Dragons are popular characters of legends and myths of many nations, well known all over the world. And thus dragon tattoos are the most popular designs nowadays, that look attractive both on men and women and a re thought to bring luck, power and wisdom. But before making a dragon tattoo, thing well about it’s meaning. Dragon tattoo connotations can vary greatly depending on culture and style of the tattoo you choose.
So, first of all it’s important to find out all about the meaning of dragon tattoos. In any case, it’s very useful, because you’ll have to explain the meaning of your tattoo and why you’ve made it more than once. So, there are two styles of dragon tattoos – Eastern and Western dragons.

Western dragon tattoos usually depict a beautiful mythical creature with massive wings, often flying or breathing with fire. It looks extremely powerful and wild. In European mythology dragon is a popular character, often dangerous and clever. And such dragon tattoo usually means power, strength and passion.

Eastern dragon tattoos are totally different – both in looks and meaning. Eastern dragon powers all four elements and is practically the ruler of the world. Dragon in the East is often associated with Emperor’s power and is a highly respected creature. Eastern dragons usually don’t have wings, but have long body, resembling snakes’. That’s why such dragon tattoos look wonderful on the back, along the spine. The owner of such dragon tattoo attracts fame, money and success. Dragon tattoo often reveals that its owner has a strong will and character and even is a bit dangerous.


So if you are sure, you want a dragon tattoo – here are top recommendations for you:
1. All quality tattoos, and dragon designs are not an exception, are rather expensive. So, it’s very important to choose a good, professional tattoo artist. A dragon tattoo, you are going to make, will be with you for the rest of your life, that’ why it’s worth while to choose a great artist who makes inspiring designs. Your tattoo will say much about you, so try not to look cheap – a beautiful design made by great artist always speak for itself.

2. That’s why to choose the design wisely is so important. If you don’t want look like many other people with a design made from catalog, think well about uniqueness. People usually make tattoos to distinguish themselves from the crowd, but choosing it from catalog spoils all the effect. If you decide to make a dragon tattoo – there are two variants – you can either find an artist whose works inspire you, talk to him and order a unique design, but here the coincidence of your tastes is especially important. If you aren’t so sure in the artist’s taste or want to express yourself, your personality and unique character in your tattoo – than internet can help you. You can either draw the design yourself, or find a unique design you can easily modify and adjust to your needs online. If you aren’t painter, to choose and modify a dragon tattoo you’ll like would be ideal.

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3. In any case it’s better to come to the tattoo artist, knowing exactly what you want. If you created a design of your dream – just print it. Ad what is also important – you should know why you want this tattoo – the worst case is to make a design like someone else has. Remember you tattoo should be unique, the same as your personality is.

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Fashionable Tattoo Designs 2011

In the ancient times tattoo designs helped people to communicate and get acquainted. By tattoos people immediately understood who was in front of them. Nowadays, though this function is partially preserved, people first of all make tattoo designs for themselves. Tattoos help to express people’s personality, often though to be talismans, and of course fashionable elements. But what tattoo designs are in fashion today?

What is the most strange such question should not bother you. The tattoo owner should not think about today’s fashion trends.  Individuality, the wish to reflect your unique character and personality must be the most important reasons for making and choosing your tattoo. It is the individuality and unique design of your tattoo you should be proud of.  Nevertheless, fashion for particular tattoo style exists and has always been taken into account.

Traditional black tattoo designs have always been popular. They look classic and elegant and pass both men and women.

Later on complicated bright tattoos in Chinese and Japanese styles became widely known and spread all over the world.  Ornaments and ethnic tattoos became fashionable not very long ago and are still among the most favorite and trendy tattoo designs. Symbols were used in tattoos since ancient times, but recently the minimalism became less popular. People understood that tattoo is first of all a piece of arts and should look really beautiful and stylish. Biomechanics is another trend that is still popular. Graffiti and cartoon tattoos are also often requested, especially among the young people. They look bright and fresh but the main problem here is if you would like them the same in future.  Another popular trend today is scarification – in that case tattoo has volume and looks extremely interesting and unique. This trend is probably the most ancient, known from the dawn of the civilization, but recently it became really top fashion.

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Recently also UV or so called blacklight tattoos appeared – they can be seen only in ultraviolet light, that’s why such tattoo designs can’t harm your career or way of life and are made only for yourself and the closest people.

So called “white tattoo designs” are also in vogue nowadays. In earlier times these tattoos were often made by Japanese women and called secret tattoos. In normal life they can’t be seen. Such tattoos become visible only when you drink some wine or sunbath, etc. The invisibility of such tattoo designs in normal life is their main advantage. On the other hand, they can look more like a scar, that’s why most of people still prefer traditional tattoo designs.  3D tattoo designs are the newest and probably the most demanded today.

This fashion trend appeared recently and quickly became popular and widely spread. Such tattoos look extremely beautiful and attract attention to their owners. As to the places, where tattoos are mostly often made, women prefer lower back, wrist, shoulder and back tattoo designs, while men usually choose shoulders and back tattoos.

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Bird Tattoo Designs

Bird tattoos are among the most ancient designs in the world and they were spread since the times of ancient Egypt, where the soul of every person was depicted as a hawk with a man’s head. Since then people all over the word associate birds with people’s souls and often believe that they are embodied gods of predictions, immortality and happiness. Birds often symbolize lightness and tremendous speed, freedom and the ability to reach the sky. That’s why they are extremely popular as tattoo designs all over the world.

Birds were often though to be good signs, but of course, the meaning of bird tattoos depends on the culture and the bird itself. Many birds are chosen as tattoo designs, but here are some of the most favorite:

Raven Tattoos

Raven designs are extremely popular both in Europe and in Asia and Latin America, but the connotation of such tattoos differs greatly. In Europe ravens are often associated with war and death, but in other parts of the world they are honored much.

Ravens are sacred birds in many cultures. In Scandinavia two ravens always followed Odin, the god of war and victory. The two ravens told him everything that happened in the word and symbolized such important notions as intellect and memory. In Celtic culture ravens were associated with goddess of war and also were sacred. Only later on, in Europe ravens became emblems of war, death and evil. In Latin America, on the contrary, ravens always had positive and even heroic connotation. On the whole, raven tattoos can have different connotations but their owners are always brave enough to choose such design.

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Eagle tattoos are also widely spread today. In ancient world eagles were associated with gods and sky. More than that, eagles are among the most ancient and popular emblems of victory. Probably this is the reason why eagles became national symbols in many countries and are present in their symbols. Today eagle tattoo designs can mean the strong character or symbolize victories of its owner. At the same time patriots often make eagle tattoos as symbols of America and their love to motherland.

Parrots tattoos are also often made, but mostly by girls. These designs are extremely colorful and bright and are sometimes chosen for their beauty. But nevertheless they also have a deep meaning. In many myth parrots are though to be mediators between people and sky, because of their ability to copy people’s speech.

Bird tattoo designs will always be popular because they symbolize people’s dream to fly and reach the sky. Bird designs are always associated with freedom and reveal the independent and individual character of their owner.

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