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When David Beckham, Sachin Tendulkar or Tiger woods enter their Arena, they are greeted by their fans, who generally decorate themselves with paintings on the face, head or shoulders, which can be seen by the whole world in the media.

More ardent fans identify themselves with their Heroes with almost semi or permanent body marks or designs based on their regions culture or Background.

These marks or paintings perform more dominantly than their Heroes of the Day!

These performers are the Tattoos that have been the most widely exhibited forms of expressions since the beginning of mankind. The working or labor class people followed tattoos, for a long time throughout the Globe, a major form of expression of their emotions, loyalty or identity etc.,
It is not the fans alone, who flaunt tattoos so prominently. For instance, in 2004 Louis Malloy flew from UK, to give David Beckham a new winged Cross Tattoo on the back of his neck - right in the midst of a soccer Game.
Not just sportsmen - Angelina Jolie is probably the most tattooed Academy Award winning Actress to date. She has a Tribal - Dragon tattoo, a Thai Tiger and various Latin sayings across her shoulders.

Such is the influence of Tattoos in modern days. They are being flaunted not only by celebrities but also by their fans.

Today, middle and upper class people along with their thirst for custom Jewelry, Fashion Boutiques, high-end Antique shop, also throng the Tattoo shops in every Area of the world.

Even films are portraying Tattoos in their films. Films like MYSTIC RIVER and BARBWIRE, exhibited tattoos in them. It is estimated that 35% of the RICH and FAMOUS in various fields have been sporting tattoos. It has had a major impact on tattoo business. Thy have created a new market for high-end custom tattoo art studios geared to an affluent and demanding clientele that only patronizes vendors who provide high standards of service in clean, respectable surroundings.

The more established and popular tattoos can be classified mainly as Angel tattoos, Butterfly tattoos, Celtic tattoos, Cross tattoos, Dragon tattoos, Fairy tattoos, Flower tattoos, Henna tattoos, Lower Back tattoos and Tribal tattoos. The tattoo related arts are studied and celebrated by leading museums, galleries and art institutions across the globe. Millions of tattoo designs are available across the world in various forms like CDs, Internet and Albums.

Most tattoo enthusiasts refer to tattoos as art and to Tattooists as artists. This usage is rapidly gaining support, with mainstream art galleries holding exhibitions of tattoo designs and photographs of tattoos.
Tattoo designs are mass produced and sold to tattoo artists and such studios are called Flash. ‘tattoo Flash? is also the name of an American tattoo magazine.

This article is written by Dagfinn Rognerud, former Norwegian officer. This article may be reproduced as long as all Live links are included. Dagfinn has several pages about tattoos: http://www.angel-tattoo.info/ http://www.butterfly-tattoo.info/ http://www.celtic-tattoo.info/

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Tattoos can be classified on the basis of their origin
- Historical - Based on the Historical development such as Tribal Tattoos.
- Location - Based on the region and culture from which it has developed such as Celtic Tattoos, Cross Tattoos, Dragon Tattoos etc.,
- Designs - Based on the designs of the Tattoos such as Angel Tattoos, Butterfly Tattoos, Fairy Tattoos, and Flower Tattoos.
- Type of Application - Temporary or Permanent such as Henna Tattoos.
- Area of Application on the Body - such as Lower Back tattoo.
All these types are again interrelated. For instance, Tribal tattoos can also contain angels in their design. Celtic Tattoos can also contain Fairies. The Tattoos can be engraved in part of the body, and hence we cannot possibly define any particular design for Lower Back Tattoos.
Tattoos which originated from ancient tribes are called Tribal Tattoos. The original tribes, which had enriched the tattooing styles are the
Celtic Tribes - who lived in England and Ireland, had a style which was interlacing, spirals, dogs, birds and humans.
Maori Tribes - Originated from New Zealand and have traditional facial tattoos and special leg tattoos. Their style shows a lot of resemblance with wood carving techniques in which skill the Maoris excelled. The designs in their faces were so unique, to the extent that each person had an identity of his facial design. Maori hunted each Other to retain their supremacy among their tribe.
Haida Tribes - The Indian Tribes, which lived in the North West of America. Their tattoos show a lot of resemblance with the woodcarving of the Haida tribes, consists of thunderbirds, beavers, bears and fish.
Marquesan Tribes - who inhabited Marquesan Islands in Polynesia. They used to be completely covered with tattoos. Their bodies showed picture stories, for other tribes to recognize them. Their style was originally based on divinity Tiki, who was always portrayed with his eyes closed because he smells danger before he sees it. Images that are used a lot in this style are Shells [Wealth], Shark Teeth [protection], Lizards, Whales, turtles Fish Hooks and so on.
Borneo - Situated in Indonesia. The head hunters, of this tribe lived on ground and protected the others of their tribe who lived on the trees. Typical of their style are The Scorpions, flowers, dogs, dragons and spirals.
Thus the subject and range of symbols covered by Tribal Tattoos are vast and are classified as Native Indian, North American India, Pacific Northwest American Indian, Indigenous, African, Egyptian, mayan, Aztec, Hawaiian, Samoan, Maori, South Pacific, Micronesian, Polynesian, Melanesian, New Zealand, Eskimo, Inuit, Wiccan, Pagan, Gothic, Tahitian, Borneo, Oceanic, Oriental, Asian, Japanese, Chinese, Buddhist, Tibetan, India, Hindu, Deities, Aboriginal, Fraternal, Military, Heraldic, Ritual, Amulets, Talisman, Sacred, Mythological, Magical, Alchemy, Mythic Folk Art, Astrology, Astronomy, Neo-Tribal, Contemporary Tribal, Abstract Tribal, Geometric tribal, Traditional Tribal etc.,

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There are few ways of getting a tattoo off your skin, but none of them are easy, pleasant or simple?.

Fade Away Methods:

Fade away methods are the newest development in Tattoo Removal. This method normally involves a series of creams/rubs that are absorbed into the skin. The series, used in combination, causes a reaction that breaks down the components of the ink, which the body then disposes. This procedure essentially speeds up your body’s natural process of ridding your body of a foreign object ?in this case it is ink. With time the tattoo becomes lighter and lighter, thus the tattoo ?fades away.
This perhaps is the cheapest and least painful removal method. This is the only method that does not have a risk of scarring. However, it is does take some patience. Results are not seen overnight

Surgical Methods:

Most surgeons caution patients that complete tattoo removal is not possible. Few surgeons guarantee complete removal. Beware if they do! This might be your first sign warning sign.

How effective the removal technique is depends on size, location, age of tattoo, colours and type of ink used.

Also be aware of the possible side effects - scarring and pain

Those are:

Laser: The Laser technique is the penetration and break up of the ink articles that were injected into your skin. Much like the Fade Away Method, the ink particles that are broken up by the laser are carried away by the body’s natural systems and are disposed as bodily waste.
This removal method involves the use of several types of laser or intense pulsed light therapy. Which types are used all depends on the colour of ink used in the tattoo. Laser has improved somewhat over the past couple of years. It used to take an average of 2 years to remove a tattoo, and even then the process was not fully guaranteed. Although modern lasers and light systems can remove a tattoo in a little less time, this process is entirely dependent upon the laser type, number of sessions and the patient’s body. At lease several treatments are necessary, even today. This procedure is performed under a topical anesthetic or with none at all. This is one of the more expensive methods used today.

Cryosurgery: This method involves freezing area of tattoo area prior to its removal.The removal technique often used is dermabrasion (This method involves removing all of the skin and the ink of the tattoo. A sanding instrument is used to “sand off” surface and middle layers of the skin. The tattoo is “sanded” with a rotary abrasive instrument in order to remove all of the skin. Bleeding is likely to occur. This procedure is performed under local anesthetic or local and oral/IV sedation. The price for Dermabrasion can range from $1000 to several thousands of dollars depending on the extent of the area treated.)

Excision: The tattooed area is cut out of your skin, and the surrounding skin is sutured together. This method leaves a scar. Only a small tattoo or a small section of a tattoo can be excised at a time. A larger tattoo may require several treatments and a skin graft. If it is a large tattoo skin from another part of the body might be needed

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Did you know the future of tattooing is here now? Would you believe me if I told to, right now, you could have your choice of a tattoo that could be permanently removed with a single pass of the laser or a tattoo that would disappear on its own? Surprise the miraculous tattoo! The future is now.

Lets take a look at tattoo problems as they exist today and how the miraculous tattoo can solve them.

Basically tattoo problems can be broken down into two areas. Safety and the ability to be removed sometime in the future. The miraculous tattoo solves both of these problems.
Let’s consider safety. Unlike the pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetic industries, the tattoo industry is not regulated by any Federal agency or the FDA. The individual states determine how the tattoo industry is to be regulated.

Since the tattoo industry is unregulated, the constituents of the inks used for tattooing is unregulated. These inks can actually be made of organic dyes, metallic salts, or really anything else which can result in possible allergic reactions to the inks themselves. Now, due to the various ingredients that these inks are made from; if in the future you want to remove these tattoos, with a laser, the possibility of getting 100% tattoo removal is slim to none since there is no uniformity in the ink composition.

There is currently a new ink technology used in the miraculous tattoo that combines state-of-the-art biotechnology to formulate biocompatible and biodegradable, inks for the application in miraculous tattoos. Additionally the exciting, new miraculous tattoo technology, encapsulates the inks and makes tattoo removal easy.

The new miraculous tattoo microsphere technology encapsulates the biodegradable ink in PMMA or polymethylmethacrylate microcapsules. Of course, in these microcapsules are the microscopic biodegradable ink droplets. The beauty of the miraculous tattoo system is the biodegradable ink never touches human tissue. Now, 25 years later, when you decide to get your tattoo removed, all you need is a single pass of a laser to burst the microcapsule containing the biodegradable ink and your tattoo disappears, traditionally.

But that’s not all! Another miraculous tattoo technology is a self disappearing tattoo. The new safe, high tech biocompatible inks used in the self disappearing tattoos is basically a time release ink capsule that simply disappears after time. The biggest advantage of the miraculous tattoo is you get a permanent tattoo, that is really a temporary tattoo that disappears without having to use the laser.

So in summary, we truly have a miraculous tattoo. We now have standardized, biodegradable biocompatible inks, eliminating the possibility of allergic reactions and hazardous materials being introduced into our bodies due to unknown ink constituents. The microencapsulated, biocompatible inks that are easily eliminated by one pass lasers thus getting rid of the permanent tattoo, if you want. And finally, the option of a permanent tattoo that disappears on a predetermined time released schedule.

I think we entered Nirvana!

I know, its a dream come true for those that have suffered through laser treatment to remove tattoos or those that have had allergic reactions. This is truly a miraculous tattoo technology.
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Tattoo Designs - A World Wide TrendSubmitted By: Madonna Jeffries?

Have you noticed that it seems that every second person these days is proudly showing their tattoos. You have the traditional older guys who have been wearing tattoos for ages as well as young women and men who have just started on their ‘tattoo collection?. The trend seems to be growing so rapidly that new Tattoo Parlours are opening up almost on a daily basis. It would be fair to say that today tattoos are more popular than during the Second World War years when tattoos became the fashion amongst the armed services.

While it is just great seeing so many people wearing tattoos, particularly the young tattoo devotees, it is important that the potential wearer gives the subject some serious thought. It is imperative that if you are considering getting a tattoo that you take your time and put some serious thought into which tattoo design you are going to choose and, importantly, where you intend to put the tattoo.

A tattoo will become a permanent feature on your body so you must make absolutely sure that you choose tattoo designs that are going to look good and suit your own particular lifestyle and beliefs. You are going to have to be satisfied with your design and not get bored with it in the future.

Where Do You Source Tattoo Ideas?

There are simply so many different tattoo design options available that it would be impossible to catalog every one. You can either choose to go with one that has already been created, or you can literally start from scratch and design your very own tattoo. The majority of tattoo studios even allow you to work one-on-one with the tattoo artist so that together you can create the perfect design for you.

In my opinion creating your own individual design is the best option because what you end up having etched on your body will be personalized with a particular significance and meaning to you. You will also be less likely to tire of it in the future compared to a tattoo that has no particular significance other than you thought it was ?cool? when you had the tattoo done.

If, however, you are more interested in finding a design that has already been created, then you have unlimited options as there are literally tens of thousands of fantastic websites that you can visit and browse through their galleries until you find a tattoo design that you fall in love with.

One top website devoted to creative tattoo designs is Tattoo Johnny. Their gallery feature some of the world’s most popular and inspiring designs. One of the best features of Tattoo Johnny’s website is it allows you to pay for your chosen designs and print them off in full size. You can then head off to your local tattoo studio where they can use that exact print to produce your tattoo. This means that you will be getting exactly what you want and know what it is going to look like before you even venture into the tattoo studio.

Another brilliant online tattoo shop is the Bullseye Tattoo Company. They are universally regarded as having an incredibly large and varied selection of tattoo designs available for purchase and download. Again you can visit their website where you can browse through literally thousands of original tattoo designs from a compilation of different well known and creative artists and then buy and print off the ones that you like best.

So if you are looking to get a tattoo please think long and hard about the tattoo design you want and a word of warning, never get a tattoo unless you are one hundred percent sure that you will love your chosen one forever.

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There are three types of Japanese symbols to choose from when considering a Japanese style tattoo. Kanji is by far the most popular of these three Japanese symbols, especially if you are looking for a unique and stylish tattoo design. Every individual Kanji symbol represents an idea or meaning and there are literally thousands of Kanji ideographs up to some estimates of 40,000 so it makes sense to go to a specialist to give you a proper translation and purchase a stencil before you commit to your tattoo.

The other two Japanese symbol types are called Hiragana and Katakana. Hiragana is used as an everyday writing style script and used in media and print such as magazines and newspapers it has a much more rounded appearance than Kanji symbols and some people refer to these Hiragana symbols as cursive, so when searching for a Hiragana tattoo remember it may be referred to as a cursive tattoo. It is possible to mix these styles so that you have writing ( Hiragana ) and your Kanji (idea or meaning ) in one sentence.

Katakana symbols are mainly used to write non Japanese names i.e. the translation of non Japanese words and have a more angular and sharp appearance than Hiragana symbols. Hiragana and Katakana are know together as Kana and there are approximately 46 symbols for each set of Hiragana and Katakana these symbols were originally based on the Kanji symbols developed in the 9th century and have been modified since this time to produce the symbols you see today.

Because the Japanese writing style is tremendously complex it is exceptionally important that you get a 100% accurate Japanese symbol translation for your Kanji design or you may well end up with a cursive tattoo that has a completely different meaning than you intended.

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It can be a challenge trying to decipher which tattoo shops are good and which ones are not. After all, they all have a sign in the window that says “Tattoos.” How do you tell the difference between a hack and a real tattoo artist? Spend some time in a shop just talking to people and watching before you decide to let them create your new tattoo. If you are not comfortable with their work or the atmosphere, then move along.

A good tattoo shop will always have a tattoo flash or books of their work available. Photographers and other artists are required to keep portfolios and show clients their previous work. The artists who work in tattoo shops should be held to the same standard. In addition to looking through their portfolio of tattoos, each tattoo artist should display the paperwork identifying their state certification.

Good tattoo shops, which are proud of their business’ quality, will gladly have all of the certificates on display, which address things like cleanliness and their policy on new needles. Some will post copies of the artist’s hepatitis immunization records. Stand around and watch them work for a while. Make sure that all tattoo ink, needles, and ointments are stored separately and that they are always new.

Find a place where you are comfortable. A good tattoo shop realizes that its clients may be a little nervous, especially if the tattoo is your first. If a tattoo artist tries to intimidate you or to coerce you into something that you are not comfortable with, keep shopping around. Plenty of great tattoo shops believe in customer satisfaction. Remember, your tattoo is permanent, so take the time to make sure that you are really getting what you want.

In reputable tattoo shops, an artist will tell you if they don’t feel comfortable with your design. This is the ultimate display of integrity. If a tattoo artist feels the tattoo that you want is above his or her skill level and is willing to turn down the job, then trust them. Ask them for recommendations. If they can’t do it, chances are good that they know someone who can.

The best way to find good tattoo shops is by word of mouth recommendations. Check internet forums, go to trade shows and ask your friends. Find out where people are going to get great tattoo service. Remember, anybody with a machine can buy advertising space and talk about how good they are. You want to talk to their customers and find out for yourself. In the same way, if you do find a great tattoo shop, spread the word. I’m sure that the artist will appreciate the acknowledgment and the business that you bring his or her way.

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How To Find Great Tattoo ShopsSubmitted By: Jack Piersol?

Opening tattoo shops is not just about pasting a few designs over the walls and getting some supplies. It requires dedication and an adherence to regulations just as many establishments must do. Good tattoo shops foster a relationship between tattoo artist and client very similar to that of a hair stylist and his or her client. A level of trust must be attained and an air of professionalism. There is a distinct difference between the calibers of quality you will find amongst the varying shops and it pays to be informed.

Great tattoo shops maintain a strict set of codes regulating their sanitary conditions. The United States Department of Health requires that blood born pathogens or instruments be disposed of properly. The artist stations are maintained and kept clean at all times. The tattoo shops artists should hang their licenses in prominent places and always be up to date.

The parlor should foster a sense of comfort yet be professional. The best places feature custom designs and in order to get in, an appointment must be made. The price tag associated with these tattoo shops will be considerably more but there is more guarantee of quality work versus the assembly line process of many tattoo shops.

Another great tip when searching for a place to get tattoos and piercings is to do a search online to see if there have been any lawsuits filed against the establishment. There have recently been several lawsuits filed against negligent owners for not enforcing sanitary conditions. One such lawsuit came about in Riverside County in California. A man was infected with a flesh-eating bacterium when the tattoo artist used unsanitary equipment on a cover up of a previous tattoo.

Hepatitis C is a common affliction associated with poor sanitary conditions found in many tattoo shops. It is a blood born pathogen that can come from used needles. It is estimated that more infections come from commercial tattoo shops than from intravenous drug users. The numbers keep rising with the rise in people getting tattoos.

The business should also be found in a safe neighborhood. This goes back to the sanitary conditions aspect of the establishment. A good rule of thumb is whether or not a person would feel safe walking the block. If an armed escort is needed then it might be wise to pass on getting a needle stuck into the skin. If the owner does not care about their surroundings it is a good indication of the level of service offered. There can be exceptions to this though.

It takes more than a tattoo machine to make up great tattoo shops. The tattoo artist must take into consideration safety and sanitation but also look towards keeping their customers happy. A happy, satisfied customer is the best advertisement any shop can have. There is never a thing as having too many customers but there is such a thing as bad press and it is not what a tattoo shop wants.

Reputable tattoo shops want to keep their business going. They want new customers and know that keeping people healthy should be their main concern. After all, bad reviews are not good press and can end a business owner’s profits considerably.
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Article Begins:Whether you’re looking at a tattoo gallery for your first tattoo because all your friends are getting one, you’re going on vacation and want something to remember your fun time forever, or you’re planning out your next large custom piece, your goal is the same: getting the perfect tattoo. To get the perfect tattoo from a tattoo gallery, essentially all you need to do is match the perfect tattoo design with the perfect tattoo artist–but it’s not really that simple.

Getting a tattoo is not something to be taken lightly, unless you have already done your homework and have a thorough knowledge of tattoos. While the mantra ‘tattoos last forever’ is a great thing to keep in mind when making your decision, it is not completely accurate: they only last until you move on to the next world, silly. or until you cover them up with new ones, or get them removed with laser surgery–but that’s a whole other article. Tattoos may be painful to get, but they are even more painful to remove. Suffice it to say, the decision you make now will affect you, in some way, for the rest of your life.

The ‘proper’ way to get the perfect tattoo is to do a few years of researching tattoos as well as the art world in general in order to develop a taste for artistic tattoos, before choosing a tattoo artist, not after. Visit some tattoo conventions, surf the Internet and check out many tattoo pictures and templates at tattoo galleries, email and talk with tattooed people you know, check out the landscape, and learn about it before jumping in.

So, the first rule to getting the perfect tattoo, like almost anything in life, is to be patient and really learn about this fantastic art form before taking action. In this information age of knowledge sharing, there is no reason to enter the world of tattoos without doing it the right way. Sure, most of us heavily tattooed people did not follow the advice being given in this article, but that’s because we were young and dumb. Now that we have learned all these lessons the hard way (and our dumbness is still debatable) and are sharing them with you, you don’t have any excuse for making bad tattoo decisions. If you end up on a website like badtattoos.com, or as the butt of your friends’ jokes, don’t say we didn’t try to warn you.

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Article Begins:We all know that tattoos are more popular than ever. The bad news is that lots of people regret their tattoos for a variety of reasons. The good news is that laser tattoo removal is becoming a more acceptable form of erasing past mistakes.

There are several reasons why people want to remove their tattoos, but mostly because of indiscretion of youth:

Guys intending to join the military would want to remove their tattoos because any tattoo or brand located anywhere on the head or face are prohibited by the U.S. Army (NOTE: the Army may have relaxed this restriction somewhat to bolster recruitment. Check with your recruiter for more details.).

Women may want to remove the tattoo on their ankle or leg so they can wear nylons in the workplace.

Or there is nothing like showing up for an job interview looking like a member of a gang and wondering you are never getting any call backs!

Lasers are the most popular method of tattoo removal these days. Laser tattoo removal has generally better results, less pain and less chances of scarring. But that is NO guarantee everything will work out perfectly. As always, KNOW YOUR RISKS!

I think the easiest way to explain how the laser tattoo removal works is this; when you get tattooed, the ink particles stays in the skin because it is too big for your tissue to remove. What the laser does is emit short, but powerful pulses of light that break the ink pigment into tiny particles, which are more easily removed by the body’s immune system during the weeks and months following laser treatment.

The number of laser treatments to remove the unwanted tattoo varies depends on the type of ink used, how deep the ink was injected and the location of the tattoo. Also, keep in mind that the professional tattoos are much harder to remove than the ’street? tattoos. That is because the professionals use better quality ink and tattoo equipment to insure and minimize fading of the tattoo.

The color of the ink is a big factor in determining how many laser treatments you will need to remove the tattoo. Black and blue tattoos are the easiest to remove while the green and yellow pigments are the hardest.

The usual laser tattoo removal process would require anywhere from 4 to 12 laser treatments spaced out 5 weeks apart. These parameters can change so be sure to discuss this with your laser technician.

The laser treatment can be painful and usually the laser technician will apply or recommend a topical anesthetic or ?numbing cream? to reduce your skin’s sensitivity to the laser pulses BEFORE the process starts.

Another thing to keep in mind is that laser tattoo removal can destroy hair follicles. So if you want to have a tattoo removed from an area where there is wanted hair growth, you may have to manually extract all follicles prior to treatment. Again, check with your laser technician to determine your exact risks.

Surprisingly in most areas, there are no license or certification required to operate a laser tattoo removal device. The lasers were originally designed for use by Doctors only — but recent modifications made this device simple enough for anyone to learn to use and perform.

Your laser technician should ask you several relevant questions about your medical history and currently prescribed medication. This is because certain medical conditions and medications would make exposure to the laser treatment dangerous to you.

You can expect to see some redness, swelling, blistering, bruising, pinpoint bleeding or scabbing in the treated areas. And the treated area will feel warm for a few hours after treatment.

Your laser technician will give you after care instructions like applying an ice pack for a hour or so? and keeping the treated area clean. The technician may tell you to stay out of the sun and avoid the tanning beds for a while.

Conclusion:
In short, laser tattoo removal is more acceptable today. As always, do your due diligence when seeking to have your unwanted tattoo removed. Make sure the equipment and office is sanitized? and the technician is experienced and knowledgeable about the laser tattoo removal process.

The process does involve some pain and requires several treatments for success. There is always a chance the laser will leave a scar. There are several parameters that will determine how many laser treatments will be needed to remove your unwanted tattoo. Be mindful that there are no guarantees of a complete tattoo removal because of so many different brands of tattoo inks. And gradually, you will see your tattoo fade away?

Becky McClure believes that the MOST important word after you made the decision to get inked is ?Patience!? Pick the right tattoo design. Pick the right location on you. And then pick the best artist you can find for your new body art. Her website at http://www.dream-tattoo-design.com provides a wealth of informative articles and directions to a huge tattoo design gallery.

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