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Dichotomous · Thu Nov 16, 2006 5:23 am

I kinda want to do a cross that extends from shoulder blade to shoulder blade across my back, keep it hollow and add in verses that apply to me at different times in my life. tough part is I really like the tribal look but dont know how it would work with a cross, or if it would even be appropriate. Then again on a personal level it is because the tribal style is how I like to do my artwork, and my faith is what shapes my life. I guess i'll be doing sketches.
how much does tattooing over the back hurt, like right over the spine area? I'm not as thin as I used to be so I have at least a little padding to help I guess...

Candy750 · #42 Unread post by **Candy750** » Thu Nov 16, 2006 5:52 am

I have one on my left shoulder, and it hurt more neareer the spine and on my "wing" where the skin is thinner. I thought my lower back was the most painful, from buzz one!

Since I have finally gotten my camera out of the box, and taken some pics, I will try to get my tats too to post. I also owe pics of my bike... Now I just have to get them on the computer!!

asiantay · #43 Unread post by **asiantay** » Thu Nov 16, 2006 8:10 am

Hey I just wanted to let you guys know, I'm currently writing an essay on "Tattoos as a form of Communication" for my Communications class. I wanted to know if it'd be OK to reference some of these tattoos for my paper.

Basically, my thesis is that tattoos are accepted as a viable form of communication, and because of their permanence and the sacrifice involved in getting a tattoo, namely that it hurts and you lose skin-space, their depth and meaning transcends the superficial. I'll also be doing a few paragraphs on historical perspectives of tattoos, the modern perspective, and other various circumstances concerning tattoos. Thanks and if you would rather I not reference your tattoo, just lemme know.

scan · #44 Unread post by **scan** » Thu Nov 16, 2006 8:50 am

asiantay wrote:Hey I just wanted to let you guys know, I'm currently writing an essay on "Tattoos as a form of Communication" for my Communications class. I wanted to know if it'd be OK to reference some of these tattoos for my paper.

Basically, my thesis is that tattoos are accepted as a viable form of communication, and because of their permanence and the sacrifice involved in getting a tattoo, namely that it hurts and you lose skin-space, their depth and meaning transcends the superficial. I'll also be doing a few paragraphs on historical perspectives of tattoos, the modern perspective, and other various circumstances concerning tattoos. Thanks and if you would rather I not reference your tattoo, just lemme know.

I'm cool with it - let me know if you need any more details via PM.

Social Distortion · Thu Nov 16, 2006 2:40 pm

sounds cool to me...
also might add the financial aspect of it too.
My 1/2 sleeve took about 21-23 hours
@ $150 per hour...
lets just say that its a lot of chrome and upgrades....

i totally respect the old school punk guys from So. Cal that i grew up with because they always used every single cent to either fix thier cars, motorcyles or get some ink work- that was dedication to the scene...

Loonette · #46 Unread post by **Loonette** » Sat Nov 18, 2006 3:50 am

asiantay wrote:Hey I just wanted to let you guys know, I'm currently writing an essay on "Tattoos as a form of Communication" for my Communications class. I wanted to know if it'd be OK to reference some of these tattoos for my paper.

You're welcome to use my descriptions (most are in my blog). You'd be surprised at how the most modest of a person will strip down in full public view just to share their tattoos. Most tattooed people love to talk about their ink, so ask away... Plus, as in other social areas, there had been in the past quite a stigma attached to tattoos. So most tattooed people are happy to correct some of those negative stereotypes.

Cheers,
Loonette

Candy750 · #47 Unread post by **Candy750** » Mon Nov 20, 2006 2:55 am

True Loonette! We were at a party this summer - sweatshirt weather - when the topic of ink came up. We were all under the porch light taking off shirts, rolling up sleeves, unzipping pants!

Great Asiantay! Is it possible to make your paper availabe to us to read when done? (Also, have you seen the "Miki Mori" coffee table book? I received it from a friend, but gave it away to "my guy" in Florida...)

Dichotomous · Mon Nov 20, 2006 9:03 am

well, I have found out that I will be able to add a name to the design I am putting together.... I'm gonna be a father!

Candy750 · #49 Unread post by **Candy750** » Tue Nov 21, 2006 3:06 am

Hey! Now as a dad, you can't have tattoos and ride motorcycles...

KIDDING

asiantay · #50 Unread post by **asiantay** » Tue Nov 21, 2006 6:09 pm

Candy750 wrote: Great Asiantay! Is it possible to make your paper availabe to us to read when done? (Also, have you seen the "Miki Mori" coffee table book? I received it from a friend, but gave it away to "my guy" in Florida...)

Sure! I'll probably finish it this weekend cuz its due on Tuesday. I only ask that you do not post it to any internet sites which might complicate "Turnitin.com" (which checks for plagiarism). Just gimme a PM if you want one.