Tribal tattoos here, Tribal tattoos there; everywhere I look I see them aplenty! Over here, there is a snake on someone’s forearm; over there, I see the moon rising on another’s neck; oh and once I saw a heart traced along a girl’s – well, let’s just say it was somewhere on her body. The thing that fascinates me to no end is that no two tattoos are ever the same! Well, maybe they are; but the probability is quite less. There are as many designs as there are people on this planet, and that is saying something.

Two hurdles must be crossed if you wish to get a tattoo done: you need to make the decision first, and then decide on the design. After all, you will, more likely than not, be spending your entire lifetime with it slapped over your skin. There are ways of getting a tattoo removed, but they don’t always guarantee success. However, if you choose your tattoo carefully, you will never have to think about getting it removed. Plan now for a successful future! Did that sound a little like a bank commercial? Forget I said anything and let’s move on.

So, let’s get started! It would help to know what you think about your own personality. What do you want to show people about you? Are you a rebel or a conformist? Are you a sweet natured person or do you like to dominate your fellow man? Ah, I have a feeling you have a tribal air about you. You like the smell of the jungle, the thrill of the hunt. I look into the crystal ball and I see you dancing around the bonfire, lusting for blood, famished for fresh meat.

I think that is enough of my romanticism for a day. We were talking about tribal designs (or were going to, anyway). If you have a tribal, yet feminine, nature, you could look into getting yourself a tribal butterfly tattoo. These are a great mixture of the wild and the fairer sex. They look great nearly anywhere on the body, and can add a lot to your sex appeal. Popular places to get these done are just below your lower hip, on the back of your shoulders and just behind your neck. Varying in size from tiny to medium-sized, tribal butterfly tattoos can be filled with either a dab of many colors, or kept within the realm of a few shades, depending on your personality.

If you are a male with a tribal nature, or if you are a female with a flair for adventures, you could go for tribal dragon tattoos. These can be very big, depending on where you get them. People have been known to have tribal dragon tattoos made all the way across the front of their chest and back. Generally devoid of color, these tattoos are more for the rough-by-nature patrons than the docile ones.

Tattoos are fast becoming popular, especially in the west. If you think you are ready to delve into the wonderful world of flowing lines and weaving curves, you need to start looking at the various designs on offer. Of course, you can always get your own customized one made, but it doesn’t hurt to know which ones already exist.

The Tribal Within! Tribal Butterfly Tattoo is a post from: Star Tattoo Designs Advice

Tattoos are not like your clothes, nor are they like your hairstyle and nor are the same as your car. Those things come and go. A car may be replaced according to your budget; clothes according to your mood and hairstyle according to the latest trends. But a tattoo, my dear, a tattoo is a different thing altogether! I am no good at being poetic, but it doesn’t take much to see that tattoos are more than just a fashion statement for people in this beautiful world. Some day you will see that; there, there, here’s looking at you, prospective tattoo applicant!

Maybe you already know what I am trying to tell you. Maybe you already know that tattoos are a statement about you; not about your choice of clothes, not about your fancy hairdo and certainly not about your expensive car. A tattoo shows the world your inner self; a design meant to symbolize you. And it doesn’t change with time; it sticks fast. You won’t be struggling to breathe to fit into it as the years go by; like you would if you tried on your jeans from many years ago. The thing is, clothes don’t grow with you, hair doesn’t always stay the same; but a tattoo can be, if you wish, a commitment for life. Okay, okay, somebody stop me before I actually start daydreaming. Yes, a tattoo can be removed, but the procedure is quite painful and is in no way fool proof. But what happens if you feel that your tattoo can become more interesting if you could add a few touches to it, instead of having it removed? The answer is this: there is a way and it is cheaper than complete tattoo removal!

You can cover up tattoos to make them more interesting. Most designs can be extended further to make them appear fuller. Faded designs, for example, can be darkened and traced carefully to make them cover a larger area. However, it is also possible to completely cover up a design if you are not happy with it. You will have fewer options, sure, but most of them will be quite satisfactory. Cover up tattoos generally use thicker colors and denser designs to hide the old tattoo. You will end up having a bolder tattoo, but that is almost always better than poorly applied, faded ones.

Of course, if you want to completely remove your tattoo, you are welcome to go ahead. The reasons may be many; you may regret having gotten a tattoo, or your tattoo may be too big for simple cover up tattoos. Although tattoo removal was once considered an impossibility, modern technology has rendered that belief obsolete. Laser technology guarantees the best chances, depending on the size and density of the tattoo. Of course, tattoo removal is a painful process, more so than the application, but if it has to go, it has to go.

Getting the right tattoo initially is not always possible; people change, circumstances change. While some people commit themselves to their tattoos for life, others find it difficult to deal with them. Whatever the case is with you, you can decide to go for a cover up tattoo or for complete removal’ although, as a dreamer, I would always implore you to give your tattoo a second chance!

Cover Up Tattoos, Give them a Second Chance! is a post from: Star Tattoo Designs Advice

Tattoos can have a variety of meanings. For most people getting a tattoo is about getting something of their own choice on their body; it is about displaying the inner self on the outer surface. It is about making a statement; it is about showing independence. How does one go about getting a tattoo, though? The first step is deciding you that wish to get a tattoo. Did that sound a little weird? Alright, let me rephrase my words: You need to decide whether you really want to get a tattoo or not. Why, you ask? Well, for one, getting rid of tattoos, while not impossible, can be an aggravating task and may not always work a hundred percent.
Okay, so you have decided to push ahead; welcome to the club! You are now ready to become a proud member of the league of tattoos! We need to set you up an initiation test and — okay, okay, enough with the club business already. Let us start from the beginning (always a good place to start, isn’t it?). Now that you have done the easy bit and decided that you want a tattoo somewhere on your person, you need to decide what design you wish to have used. And you thought becoming a member of the club was easy? Nothing worth having in life is easy, my dear! But some things can be fun, like picking a tattoo design.
Stars tattoo designs are a popular choice amongst patrons, especially the female ones. They range from very small to quite large, depending on how and where you want them. There are some that spread across, twisting and turning, from your waist to your upper torso. Being versatile, stars can also be adapted to smaller areas, like your palm or your feet. Another attractive feature in star tattoo designs is that they can be filled in using a variety of colors, since they are compound in nature; composing of several little pieces made to look like one.
Those with a bend towards religious imagery often go with cross tattoo designs. The designs themselves range from very simple to extremely complex. The advance designs depict various forms and lines; sometimes even include images of Jesus Christ himself. Like star tattoo designs, cross tattoo designs can also have various sizes. People have been known to have cross tattoo designs made on their upper backs, skirting along their waist lines and on their hands and feet. The size and placement is always left on the patron. You can decide to have them made anywhere you fancy and however large you like!
These two remain quite popular in the world of tattoos. You are welcome to look into other designs as well, as there are thousands upon thousands to choose from. However, these two categories would be a good place to start, so you can get a fair idea of how far you can stretch your tattoo’s design. Once you are done picking and have survived the application process, you will be a proud member of an exclusive, but ever growing, club! Congratulations to you, in advance!

Taking the First Step! Of Stars and Crosses is a post from: Star Tattoo Designs Advice

So, you wish to get a tattoo done, eh? Well, well, you wouldn’t be the first one, nor are you going to have the distinction of being the last. No, there have been many before you and I know, I just know, that I will keep seeing your kind come up to me for as long as I live. Oh, how I enjoy squeezing little tattoo hopefuls in my hands until they scream for their mommies! Oh, how I enjoy roasting them at the bonfire until they are ready to be devoured! Ah, don’t worry, I was just kidding. No, what I really wish to do is congratulate you on an excellent decision! Only those who have tattoos can tell you how great they really are!

So many designs exist to tempt your palette; see the curves snaking about, watch the starts cut up the rows, check out the hearts weaving through the lines. There are so many to pick from that you are truly going to be spoiled for choice. Pretty soon, you will want them all! That may be possible, but it might be better if you took your foot off the pedal for a little while and let me guide you properly. Allow me to steer your interest towards a rather interesting class of tattoos; the tribal design tattoos.

Now, chances are, you are already familiar with both tribal butterfly tattoos and tribal dragon tattoos. They are, for those of you who don’t know, interesting designs for those with an appetite for all things, well, tribal. The designs themselves consist of lines meant to imitate fire and other elements of nature. These lines often flow outwards, like flames or trees. They are quite popular amongst tattoo bearers. Another interesting class of tattoos is the cross design tattoos. These, as you may have guessed, are basically variations of the Christian cross for those with a love for religious imagery.

However, an interesting breed exists that combines the tribal with the religious. The design itself is referred to as the tribal cross tattoo design. So, if you are someone who likes to fuse designs together, this could be the ideal choice for you. Of course, you would need to have an affinity towards religious imagery to qualify, but that is really a personal decision more than anything else. You can get the best of both worlds if you are unable to decide which part of your personality to appease.

What a lot of people forget is that tattoos are really works of art; and art has no boundaries. The only limitation is your imagination and that too can be conquered. If you can’t quite decide which way to go, simply ask your tattoo artist to combine the designs for you; trust me, being an artist, he will oblige. The tattoo must be a representative of you; and to get it to that stage, you are welcome to mix and match designs in any way you want. So, if it is to be a tribal cross tattoo, then so be it!

The Cross and The Tribal Design is a post from: Star Tattoo Designs Advice

There is nothing like having control; men have killed for it, died at its hand, become immortalized because of it. However, control exists in different capacities, and it is not always about control over your fellow man. No, sometimes control is about having the reins of your life in your own two hands; about showing the world that you wait for no one, that you are ferociously independent entities, who will stop at nothing to get what they want. Wait, are we becoming a little too serious here? Yeah, I thought so. No, let’s make things a little lighter and say that sometimes we feel like showing the world that we have the final say in determining our personality.

Tattoos are a great way of augmenting your personality and showing it to the world. Carrying your inner self on your skin in the form of a work of art is a great feeling. You may have already taken the first big step and decided that your body is going to be wearing a memento of your personality on its surface; and that is fine by me. However, you might need to ease up a little and decide on a design first. Did I just dampen your enthusiasm? I apologize, for that was not my intention. I only wanted to point out to you that there exist so many awesome designs for you to choose from that that itself may become a hurdle for you. Alright, alright, wipe your tears; I’ll help you a little. But only a little; I don’t go around giving advice to those who don’t help themselves.

I somehow get the feeling that you are the experimental type; one who likes to do things a little differently from others. You don’t want to even have the slightest possibility of having a design similar to someone else on your skin. Ah, this should be interesting; I always enjoy conversing with those who have an appetite for the road less traveled. I love dreaming up cool tattoo ideas and sharing them with the brave and the courageous.

Tattoos, being works of art, don’t have to have boundaries. So many cool tattoo ideas can be toyed with that soon you will be lusting for tattoos all around your body and on the body of others too. Are you a Batman fan? Why not get a bat-symbol etched across your chest! How about a bleeding bullet wound? I once saw someone with a terminator-like exoskeleton showing under their skin, so if you have a taste for all things cyborg, you could go for something similar. Some people even go for optical illusions and let me tell you; they look killer!

So, don’t limit yourself just to the existing kinds of designs. If you have the imagination, your tattoo artist will have the skill. You only need to say the words and you will get served what you crave! Jealous colleagues and interested friends will eat your ear out trying to find the secret. You only have to tell them that it comes from within.

Cool Tattoo Ideas for the Daring is a post from: Star Tattoo Designs Advice

So, you’re thinking about getting tattooed, but have no idea how the whole process works? Since a tattoo is for life, it’s good to know what you’re getting into, and the first step is understanding how a tattoo works and what you’re actually doing to your body when you decide to get tattooed.

The Tattoo Gun

Tattoos are accomplished by using an electric-powered tattoo gun.  The tattoo gun has a needle at the end of it that is used to put ink inside of your skin deep enough so that it does not come out. When the gun is turned on, the needle moves up and down rapidly (up to 200o times a minute) and is able to deposit a small drop of ink deep into your skin with each puncture.

Tattoo guns have come a long way since the early days of tattooing but are still made a few basic components, those being an electric motor, a sterilized needle, and a tube system. There is also a foot pedal, similar to a sewing machine, that allows the tattoo artist to control the movement of the needle.

Tattoo Safety

Safety has always been a big concern with getting tattooed, since anytime you are dealing with puncture wounds, you have a risk of infection.
Fortunately, it is much more commonplace these days for tattoo artists to open brand new, sterile needles from the packaging right in front of you before you get tattooed.

To ensure the safety of both the customer and the tattoo artist, tattooing materials like ink, needles, and gloves are all made for single use only.

Tattoo Preparation

Minutes before your tattoo session begins, your artist will  often  begin chatting with you to make you feel relaxed.  The chatter is usually accompanied by the artist washing their hands, checking themselves for cuts and abrasions, and disinfecting the entire work area to begin preparation for your tattoo.

When the cleaning of his work area is finished, he will then shave the area of your body that is getting tattooed, disinfect it with soap and water, and open the sterile equipment needed to get the job done.

Getting Tattooed

Once the tattooing begins, you will feel some pain, but how much largely depends on your tolerance and the location of your tattoo on the body, as some areas will obviously be more painful than others.

During the entire tattoo process, the tattoo artist will continue to clean the tattooed area until it is finished.

Tattoo Aftercare

At this point, when you’re tattoo has been completed, the artist will put some ointment on the area and give you a rundown of how to take care of your tattoo so that it heals properly.

Most of the time, you will receive an information sheet so you don’t forget what’s needed to be done. It is extremely important to follow the instructions you were given for tattoo aftercare. Not only are you lowering the risk of infection, but you will be decreasing the chances of your tattoo not healing properly and losing ink or not looking like it’s supposed to.

Getting Your First Tattoo: How Does It Work? is a post from: Star Tattoo Designs Advice

Typically, tattoos designed specifically for women are smaller and more delicate than those you see designed for men. Of course, there are many exceptions, but female tattoos usually are on the gentler side like designs featuring butterflies, exotic flowers, and things of that nature.

What make a tattoo design a feminine tattoo?

If you ask several women with tattoos that question, many will have a different answer. These days, many women have chosen to get bolder tattoos such as tribal art and even intricate designs that cover a large body area.

In fact, it is becoming more and more commonplace to see women in our society with full sleeve tattoos that cover entire limbs or back pieces that rival their male counterparts.

Who’s to say if that is feminine or not?

Yes, the days are gone when only the rebellious girls were getting a small rose tattoo on their ankle or that infamous cartoon cherry design on their lower abdomen. Women are quickly becoming equals in the world of tattoos.

So, if you’re a woman looking for a tattoo design idea, how would you choose?

Making the right choice isn’t about which tattoo is gentle enough to be on a woman’s body. It’s about which tattoo design is most suited to you and your personality. If you’re searching online for tattoo design ideas, don’t limit your search to “feminine tattoos”, because you may miss out on an idea that is perfect for you that someone else didn’t think was feminine.

It’s a good idea to search designs in general. In fact there are even specific unisex tattoo galleries out there that have a lot of neutral designs that people have decided could be great on both men and women.

The final decision really comes down to which tattoo design you will be happy with for the rest of your life, regardless of whether or not it was in a tattoo designs for women gallery.  Choose wisely, be yourself, and you will walk out of the tattoo parlor with the perfect tattoo.

The Real Truth About Feminine Tattoo Design is a post from: Star Tattoo Designs Advice

If you have made any attempt at all to try to find the correct tattoo design, you know how hard it can be if you are just beginning from nothing with nothing apart from a Google search field.  Sure, there are plenty of sites, but weeding thru the bad ones and then finding the style that suits you can take what appears like forever.  Part of the tattoo design process is doing the analysis and being 100 percent certain that you have selected the ideal tattoo.

Enter online tattoo design studios.  Historically , folks would head on down to the local tattoo parlor and flip thru the design portfolio of the artists and look on the studio wall to determine if any of the designs sparked an interest, but that regularly was not enough to make an educated call.  Though there’s lots of designs to make a choice from at the tattoo parlor, some of the tattoo design studios that are found online can offer you thousands of prime quality design to choose between in the relief of your house.

You can flick thru them at your leisure over time, debate them with buddies, and so on.   So, where are you able to find the best tattoo design studios online?  Pleased you asked!

Chopper Tattoo

1. Chopper Tattoo gets the no 1 spot for a pair reasons. First, they have got a daft quantity of prime quality tattoo designs to make a choice from. 2nd , they update solidly and have an highly intuitive search site for their database. The usability is unrivaled in any other tattoo design studios and finally why it gets the 1st place nod.

Tattoo Me Now

2. Tattoo Me Now is a close 2nd to Chopper Tattoo and some might even like it better depending on your requirements. While the amount of tattoo designs is less than Chopper Tattoo, they’ve still got over 3,500 tattoo designs to select from in all sorts of classes. What makes Tattoo Me Now unique is they have a more complete web site with more features like member galleries and a user forum where you can doss around with other tattoo fans and debate tattoos.

Tattoo Fever

3. Tattoo Fever is 3rd, but it is an intensely close 3rd since it has over 14,000 tattoo designs in their studio. If you only care about sheer numbers of designs and have the wherewithal to look thru them all, then this would be your final choice based mostly on quantity. Either way, any one of these 3 tattoo design studios online will give you a massive choice of tattoo concepts and will certainly aid you in making a firm call on your next tattoo.

Top 3 Online Tattoo Design Galleries is a post from: Star Tattoo Designs Advice