Monday, May 31, 2010

tribal wing tattoos - tips for new tattoo

You have decided that you want a tribal wing tattoos but you aren't necessarily sure how to start your research. This type of tattoo has become quite popular with tribal tattoo lovers. But before you head down to your local tattoo parlour and drop your hard earned money, you may want to do some research first. The truth is this research can mean the difference between a great tattoo that you're happy with or a disappointing tattoo. Would you like to know more?

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My biggest concern is that I don't want you to do what everyone else does and that is start your research for artwork by using Google images. Google images isn't a bad place for ideas, but because everyone uses this method you run the risk of duplicating someone else's tattoo. And I am sure that isn't what you want.

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The best piece of advice I can give you is to invest in a paid tattoo site. A paid tattoo site gives use so many resources before you get your tattoo. You will gain access to artists that specialize in tribal tattoo artwork. You can work with one of these artists to come up with something unique for your new ink. You also gain access to a huge community of tattoo enthusiasts that will be able to answer any questions or concerns you may have. These paid tattoo sites also have reviews of local tattoo parlors so you can find the right parlor for your new tribal tattoo.

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ORIGINS


Here is a piece from a while back on a client who came from Switzerland to get a piece to pay homage to his Peruvian heritage.

Sunday, May 30, 2010

Shoulder Tribal Tattoo - What Are the Best Designs?

Nowadays, tattoos have become a fashion accessory instead of just a tough-man statement. People of different gender, ethnicity and background consider having tattoos just so they can express their sentiments and opinions to a vast majority. Since tattoos can lure great attention, having one on any part of the body is sure to send the message across - be it about a different culture, belief or tradition.

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One of the most widely used tattoo concepts is the shoulder tribal tattoo. The reason for this is because they impress a bolder attitude, and people are likely to be drawn towards the tattoo designs. This outstanding tribal tattoo can make anyone look tough or delicate depending on the design used. Since the design of the shoulder tribal tattoos signals a particular statement, stand or point of view of a person, it is important that the designs should match the character of the person well. It becomes a very important feat, then, to look for designs that would come across in different ways to different people.

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Below are some of the ideas for shoulder tribal tattoo designs that are sure to help you express your personal views:

Flowers

Flowers are the most popular tattoo designs for women who want the designs to appear subtle. Flowers make a good idea for these tribal tattoo designs, as they give a lighter aura compared to other designs. One can just incorporate tribal designs along with a flower, so it doesn't come across as hard or tough. But if hard and tough are the images you'd want to portray, you can just ask your tattoo artist to make the edges sharper.

Butterflies

Butterflies are colorful and add a bit of playfulness to a tattoo. When used along with a tribal design, butterflies make the tribal designs look softer and more feminine. It is an ideal design to use for women who want to appear chic and cool even when sporting a tattoo. Butterflies also make a nice combination to the somewhat dull and colorless tribal designs, so they are sure to be appreciated by anybody.

Mystical Creatures

Dragons, sea monsters, mythical lions, and unicorns are just some of the mystical creatures that are good as center subjects of shoulder tribal tattoo designs. They are ideal for men and women alike, as they can be designed playfully or sketched rather roughly. Dragons are the most popular among the line of mystical creatures because they give off a powerful aura and feel. Aside from that, they are really mystical and can be associated with various ancient legends and myths. This is the same with unicorns, which are also rare and twice as mystical.

Tribal attraction bands

These designs come in different styles. The good thing about this is that you can instruct your tattoo artist on how you want these bands to portray your ideas. You can wear them proudly while controlling the amount of impression that they create.

SOUL SUNDAY


Here is another rare soul record that was recorded in the Trenton State Prison.

Saturday, May 29, 2010

TRAILER OF THE WEEK


Check out this French Gangster Film.. Catch it at your local Indie Theater!

Friday, May 28, 2010

G CODE


Here is a recent piece on a client who wanted to remember his 1962 Impala..

Thursday, May 27, 2010

tribal temporary tattoos

Temporary tattoos appear as many tribal cultures for long history but it has been popular in recent years among people especially young girls and kids. The procedure is easy and everyone can be a tattooist. Generally, all ranging in how realistic they appear, how temporary tattoo they are, how simple they are to apply and how much they cost, temporary tattoos conclude decal tattoos, airbrush tattoos and henna tattoos.

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permanent tattoos, which also called traditional tattoo, originated from thousand years ago and had been extremely popular in centuries. Many people are crazy about it. Honestly, we must admit that after finished, the tattoo will really be attractive. But the processing is full of pain which is the biggest problem putting many people who want to get one off.

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MARIOS AUTO WORKS


Young Albert from Marios Auto Works just came in for his first tattoo and birthday present from his Pops.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

KISS OF LIFE



Our Homie J59 came through to pay big Respect and get a piece in memory of his Mother

tribal eagle tattoos

Eagle tattoos are among the most popular animal tattoo designs, in both men and women. in tribal, eagle popular with name tribal eagle tattoos. So, get yours cool tattoos now!
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Below are some reasons why tribal eagle tattoos designs made popular:
  1. Patriotism - American eagles are associated with the United States. That is why eagle tattoos are mostly worn by military servicemen. The eagle is also thought to represent a noble nature. So, eagle tattoos are considered as symbols of loyalty and dedication to the country.
  2. Power and Strength - Eagle tattoos are popular with the brave and courageous firefighters, police and military personnel as well. This design inspires them to lend their power and strength to serve their countrymen, just as the eagle stands for power rising above the earth. Biker guys also like wearing this design because it can make them look tougher.
  3. Wisdom, Pride, Freedom and Spiritual protection - Eagles were worshipped in Greece as well as by many cultures during ancient times. They were even used as ensigns by ancient kings of Persia, Babylon, and other empires. Eagles were believed to bear spiritual protection because of their special connection with both men and the gods since they were high flyers and can reach the sky. For the native American culture, eagles represent wisdom.
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tribal eagle tattoos

famous tattoos designs

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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

hawaiian tribal tattoos

Hawaiian Tribal Tattoos are fast becoming one of the most popular tattoos on the market. These tattoos go back many years and stand for many different things. There are some things that you should know about these type of tattoos though before you make a purchase.

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First always make sure you know the meaning of the tattoo is that you are getting. Nothing like having a tattoo done especially an Hawaiian one and you do not know the meaning.

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Second make sure you have someone do the tattoo that does about the culture of Hawaiian Tribal tattoos. many times you may want to change a part of the design and if you do you could end up offending the culture by even a subtle change.

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Third get a tattoo artist that you can trust and make sure they know the culture as well. Do not get something you do not want. If you do get an Hawaiian tattoo you will be in a growing list of people who value these tattoos for their beauty and what they stand for.

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WEEKEND RIDE









Here are a couple fliks from this past weekend.. We drove out to Ventura for California Car & Cycle Show.. Thanks to JaeBueno for inviting us out and Viejitos C.C. for having us.

Monday, May 24, 2010

History of Tribal

Tribal is the name that comes given to that category of tattoos that has asserted beginning from first years ninety and that it is based on the traditional tattoos of the aborigines of the several islands of the Pacific (Samoa, Islands Marquises, Hawaii), of the Dayak of Borneo, the Maori of New Zealand and from the Native Americans.

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The Tribal style is characterized from separated designs, formed from lines from silhouette the much marked one, of usual filled up totally of black. Often the designs come carried out in such way to emphasize the natural lines of the body and the musculature. Equally it is diffused l' I use of lines many intricate and with geometric designs repeated that they represent the reinterpretazione of flora and fauna or natural elements, especially fire, air and water. The Tribal tattoos is expression of the spiritualità and the culture of many cultures.

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maori tribal tattoos

Maori Tribal Tattoos history, the Maori tribes are natives of New Zealand. Though, they are part of the Polynesian heritage, they have given themselves a distinct cultural heritage that historians have separated them from the different tribes of Polynesia.

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It is very much the same for their tattoo designs. The Maori tribal tattoos have their own unique identity compared to their Polynesian counterparts. Their spirals and curved shapes form a very intricate pattern that very distinctive to the Maori tribes. Legend said that a young warrior learned the art of the Maori tribal tattoos from the lord of the underworld, after winning back the heart of the lord's daughter.

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For the Maori tribe, the tattoos are part of special rituals celebrating a particular or special event in one tribesman's life. A tribesman would receive his or her first tattoo as a rite of passage from childhood to adolescent and would be added whenever there are significant events in his or her life that would need to be celebrated. A tribesman that would be awarded with a tattoo would go into fasting before he or she was given a tattoo.

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Both men and women of the tribe can be awarded with a tattoo as a show of courage, strength and would be given a specific status in the tribe. The tattoos for men in particular would cover the whole face while the women would only cover the cheeks and the lips, though sometimes the tattoos for women would cover the neck as well.

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EAST SIDE THANG

Here is a piece on Steve from Vans inspired by the East Side..

Sunday, May 23, 2010

SOUL SUNDAY


Here is another classic soul record from The Imaginations off of their Good Stuff album.

Saturday, May 22, 2010

Friday, May 21, 2010

Tribal tattoo sun

Completely whimsical, Tribal tattoo sun is a tad attractive one as and when we talk about the tattooing of astrological things, including that of stars, planets, solar system, Sun, and Moon. Sun Moon tattoo has elements of both Sun and Moon.

Tribal tattoo sun

It mixes the brilliance of solar masculinity and lunar touch of feminine energy. Tribal tattoo sun, comprising half Sun and Moon in one circle, dictates the aura with special significance of feminine power married with male energy.

Tribal Tattoo Frog

Tribal Tattoo Frog

Tribal Tattoo Frog

Tribal Tattoo Frog


Tribal Tattoos Frog

LUST, GREED AND ENVY


Here is a chest plate that I just finished working on. Trip out on the Lettering by Jack Rudy.