Growing up, many of us played with dolls. However, the time period you were born in greatly determined which kinds of dolls you played with. For example, as a child of the 1990s, I grew up playing with Barbie dolls. I can even remember being gifted a collectible Cruella […] Click here to view full […] More
TorriPhoto/Getty Some tattoo trends will soar in 2021, and others will fizzle. Tattoo artists shared which designs will be most popular in 2021, and which will be less common. Birthdays and faces of loved ones are expected to be trending tributes to get this year. Clients are requesting cartoon-style […] Click here to view full […] More
Tattoo artists may say no to a request – if they think it’s a bad idea Tattoos are often deeply personal to the person getting the design etched on to their skin forever, though the tattoo may look abstract to some, the reasoning or meaning behind the artwork only […] Click here to view full […] More
For centuries, unicorns have been the subject of folklore around the world. They’ve been mentioned since the Classical Antiquity and came into popularity during the late Middle Ages/ early Renaissance periods. During this time, unicorns became a popular subject for artists across a variety of mediums, notably tapestries. In […] Click here to view full […] More
Plus, tips for helping them look better, longer. In the vast universe of tattoo placement, finger tattoos are one of the most ubiquitous. Less pronounced than a hand or palm tattoo, but not exactly hidden beneath layers of clothing either, this area has seen surging mainstream popularity in the […] Click here to view full […] More
Exploration Russia Russia’s contribution to the history of art includes everything from medieval iconography to 20th century constructivism, but when it comes to the country’s tattoo traditions, there’s still a lot to learn. Most people are familiar with Soviet criminal tattoos: a phenomenon that, despite worldwide praise and recognition, […] Click here to view full […] More
A bit of ink inspo if you will Despite negative past associations, tattoos are becoming a mainstay of modern popular culture, due in large part to the visibility of inked celebrities in the public eye. However, not all tattoos are created equal, so we’ve weeded through the good, the […] Click here to view full […] More
Time is ripe for public discussion on legalizing tattoos Tattoo based on an illustration by artist Willian Santiago (Courtesy of tattooist, Doy) Showing tattoos in public has long been taboo in South Korea, where there are still many negative stereotypes about inked skin. In the past, tattoos were seen […] Click here to view full […] More
Pop culture can play a meaningful role in our lives, so it’s only natural that people want to remember them forever with a tattoo. Luckily, an artist known simply as Kozo is creating body art that is striking in its faithful recreations of beloved movies, television shows, and beyond. […] Click here to view full […] More
In Korea, extensive tattoos flaunt conservative social conventions. Photo: Tom Coyner Millennial South Koreans talk a great deal about generational change and the related changes in attitudes and behaviors. One visible and physical aspect of this in recent years has been a rise in tattoos. While 0n-skin artwork has […] Click here to view full […] More
Skull tattoos have been popular ever since the earliest sailor tattoos. Bold and badass, they are also meaningful. For some guys, skulls represent conquering their fear of death. For others, a skull tattoo is a reminder to live every day as if it’s your last. 1. Sugar Skull Tattoo […] Click here to view full […] More
Former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has provided an interesting insight into his various tattoos. The infamous boxer is known for his tattoos, specifically one on the side of his face, but the meanings behind the ink have emerged. ‘Iron Mike’ has six tattoos, but very few know what […] Click here to view full […] More