• September 18, 2021

Tattoos have gained new respect and understanding

It seems that decades ago in America, tattoos were commonly associated with cyclists, gang members, and convicts. They certainly weren’t as popular and accepted as they are today. The truth is, tattoos have been around for centuries. Even 3000 years before Christ, kings had tattoos to show their rank and authority. When European explorers crossed the Pacific Ocean, they traveled to Tahiti, where many of its people had exquisite tattoos, as well as Indian tribes, to demonstrate their tribal rite. Thus was born the name tattoo, which in Tahitian means “mark.”

Chinese and Japanese tattoos have become well known for their beauty and artistic style. A friend of mine has a beautiful Chinese symbol on her back that represents friendship and love. Chinese and Japanese calligraphy are exotic and mysterious, increasing the desire for these beautiful symbols. However, it is important to do proper research on these languages, as you would not like to have a permanent mark on your body that has a meaning that you may not understand and then regret.

Many African cultures and tribes have appeared on the covers and pages of National Geographic and other highly revered magazines displaying their distinguished family, tribal and achievement marks. These tattoos have been around for hundreds of years. The popularity has grown for centuries and has spread to countries in Europe, the Middle East, South America, North America, Asia, Australia, and many other countries and cultures around the world.

Chances are, many of your favorite celebrities have at least one tattoo. In the world of music and entertainment, some of the celebrities who have tattoos are: Pamela Anderson, Kid Rock, Angelina Jolie, Cher, Brad Pitt, Ben Affleck, Robert Dinero, Johnny Depp, Jennifer Aniston, Beyonce, Eminem, Xzibit , 50 Cent, Nelly, Usher, Mark Wahlberg, Diddy, Billy Idol, Anna Kournikova, Dwayne Johnson-The Rock, Kanye West, Missy Elliot, Michael Jordan, Paris Hilton, Madonna, Rosie O’Donnell, Whoopi Goldberg. And Halle Berry, just to name a few. The list goes on and on! Even Franklin D. Roosevelt, Sir Winston Churchill, and Thomas Edison had tattoos.

But how can I even mention the word tattoo, not including rockers Tommy Lee and Dave Navarro, and members of Green Day, Limp Bizkit, and Blink 182? They are covered in some pretty wild and impressive tattoos. If you are thinking of getting a tattoo, you will not be in bad company!

These days, it is very fashionable to get a tattoo. Whether you are famous or not, for most people, tattoos have a special meaning and have gained a new understanding and acceptance. It’s a representation of what you want people to know about you and what you stand for. A tattoo is a message about you, for yourself and for others. So take your time choosing the one that is right for YOU.

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