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July 9th, 2009 by Inkme
Tattoos cover most of Tom Preston’s forearm and curl around his neck. He is used to people judging him by the colored etchings on his skin.
But as a taxpayer and business owner, he thought City Hall would be different.
“You expect (elected officials) to be completely unbiased,” he said after the latest episode in his two-year battle to open a tattoo and body-piercing studio in Tempe. Preston and his wife, Elizabeth, left Maricopa County Superior Court this week wondering how a few neighbors could sway Tempe City Council from allowing them to open a legal business.
The legal battle began in fall 2007 when the Prestons sued Tempe for the right to open their studio after the city revoked their business permit. While Tempe says it was protecting neighbors’ rights, Preston thinks the decision was based on tattoo stereotypes.
“Policemen, teachers, firefighters, soldiers . . . have tattoos nowadays,” Preston said. “This all just seems like . . . prejudice.”
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July 9th, 2009 by Inkme
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has ruled in favor of a Gilbert couple’s right to open a tattoo studio in Tempe, according to court documents.
Goldwater Institute’s Clint Bolick, who represents the Tom and Elizabeth Preston, said he received notice Thursday that Judge Robert Oberbillig ruled the Tempe City Council’s decision in 2007 to revoke the Prestons business use permit was “arbitrary and capricious.”
The City Council had ruled unanimously to revoke the permit when neighbors near the proposed north Tempe location complained that the tattoo studio would add to a cluster of adult-oriented business already located in the strip mall.
Neighbors worried a tattoo studio opening alongside a liquor store, lingerie shop and bail-bonds business would lower their property values and stymie attempts to revitalize their neighborhood. The Prestons said the city based its decision on stereotypes and allowed prejudice to cloud their judgment. City officials maintain they are not discriminating against the Prestons, pointing to at least 12 tattoo studios that operate in Tempe. Tempe officials maintained the council has the authority to protect neighbors’ rights and manage development.
The ruling is “absolute jubilation” for the Prestons, who invested nearly $30,000 to open the business in 2007, Bolick said. Oberbillig also ruled that Tempe is not immune from paying damages as the city had maintained. The Prestons plan to sue the city for damages to recover the money they invested in attempting to open the business, he added.
Original Post Here: http://www.azcentral.com/community/tempe/articles/2009/07/09/20090709tattoo0709-On.html
February 1st, 2009 by Inkme
Associated Press
2009-01-30 08:13 PM
A judge says jurors in the trial of a California man accused of setting a deadly wildfire will get to see photos of a flame tattoo on his arm.Raymond Lee Oyler’s attorney said he was concerned jurors might see the tattoo photos and conclude his client is an arsonist. But a judge ruled Thursday that the jury could see four photos of Oyler’s left arm.
The 38-year-old Oyler is accused of setting the October 2006 fire that killed five U.S. Forest Service firefighters in the San Jacinto Mountains, about 90 miles east of Los Angeles.
Prosecutors contend Oyler was a serial arsonist who set some two dozen blazes. He has pleaded not guilty to 45 counts, including murder and arson, and faces the death penalty if convicted.
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January 27th, 2009 by Inkme
I have a fairly large tattoo on my shoulder blade, and I like to wear sleeveless tops. I work in a professional office and tattoos are not allowed to be seen. So every day I have to wear shirts that cover my tattoo. I live in south florida and it’s like 100 degrees everyday and shirts with sleeves don’t work out to well in this heat,. The only tattoo cover stuff I can find is makeup. I dont want to have to go through applying it every morning. I just need something that is easy on , easy off, like skin colored tape or something.
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Tattoos are not acceptable in professional working environment. I have 3 but I got it on parts where it could be easily covered by a shirt. A person should always plan getting a tattoo where it can be easily hidden if wanted to.
Anyway, there is nothing except a bit band aid that will cover it up. I suggest keep wearing the shirt. You work in an office building so heat should not be a problem inside. When you get off from work change your shirt to a tank on your drive home.
January 17th, 2009 by Inkme
Olivia! asked: I always read tattoo-haters answers that say stuff about how tattoos are just stupid and trendy, but I think this is wrong.
Body modification has been around since the begining of history.
As for it being wrong because it is unnatural; air conditioning, the internet, and pasteurization and millions of other things are unnatural and people accept those. Why are body mods different?
What do you think?
Tattoo News and Articles
January 15th, 2009 by admin
The most important instrument that a tattoo artist can invest in to have a successful business is a tattoo gun. Without it, they are nothing. Those who are serious about their trade will want nothing but the best, or at least the best that they can afford. Before buying such a key piece of equipment it is important to do some serious research to ensure you know what you are buying.
First off, you will want to research the various materials that a tattoo gun can be composed of. You don’t want your gun to be flimsy or break, so go for a quality metal such as iron, brass or copper. This will give a nice weight in your hand and will stay steady while you work. If you are still practising then you may want to choose a cheaper, less quality metal so your tattoo gun is more affordable, but if you are done practicing and ready to explore the art of tattooing you will want something of a higher quality which will last you for many years.
The next decision is the size of the gun and variety. Normally a tattoo gun is either built for drawing lines or for shading, although there are machines out there that can do both with adjustments. The gun you choose depends on your experience level and how comfortable you are with fine tuning your machine. Generally only tattoo artists who have been around for many years will go for the all-in-one model as it requires a lot of tuning and needs a practised hand.
Those who are just starting out may want to look for tattooing kits which contain everything you need to get started in the business, it will save you money and help you figure out just what type of equipment you need in the future.
There are also different coil sizes available which in turn handle different needle sizes. For example, 8 wrap coils are usually used for outlines using smaller needles, while 10 wrap coils are for 8+ needle groups. It just depends on what type of needles you are going to use. As you build your business you will probably start adding on new instruments as your clientele grows and you begin taking on more complicated designs.
Once you have your tattoo gun, or guns, you will be one step closer to opening your own tattoo parlour, or joining someone else’s. The next step is to start stocking up on supplies such as inks, needles, tubes, machines, power supply and sterilization supplies.
Take a look at some of the work done by great tattoo artists and their trusty tattoo guns at www.museumoftattoos.com
January 15th, 2009 by admin
If you really enjoy the art behind tattoos, then perhaps you will want to consider becoming a tattoo artist and making a living out of it. A great tattoo artist can make a pretty comfortable living out of their trade, but not everyone is cut out to do this job. There is a huge investment in time and money required to become a successful tattoo artist.
The one thing that every aspiring tattoo artist needs is artistic talent. If you cannot draw then the life of a tattoo artist is not one for you. Those who are talented enough, or think they can be will need to hone their talent by taking some fine art classes, and spend a lot of time practicing.
When you think that you have progressed far enough as an artist you will then want to build yourself a portfolio of work. You will use this portfolio to try to secure an apprenticeship with an experienced tattoo artist. Apprenticeships can be free, or can cost a few thousand dollars; it all depends on the person who is training you. Make sure that you work out a contract that suits both of you and clearly states what the mentor will provide, and for how long.
The person who chooses to apprentice you should take an active interest in your journey to become a fully qualified tattoo artist. It can take quite a while to find the right apprentice, but you shouldn’t rush your decision as it will affect the rest of your life. The right mentor can make the difference between you becoming a good tattoo artist, or a great one. If the tattoo artist you are considering has mentored other apprentices, see if you can talk to them about their experience.
Of course, you will not be paid during your apprenticeship, so you will also need a regular job to support yourself, unless you are lucky enough to have some other source of funds. Meanwhile your teacher will show you how to clean equipment, operate a tattoo machine, and how to apply a tattoo. Over a period of several months or even years you will become an expert tattoo artist.
When the time is right your teacher will decide that you have learned all that you can, and that you are ready to become a true tattoo artist. Depending on the contract you signed with your mentor, you may be required to continue working there for a period of time, or you may be able to go off on your own. You may be interested in opening your own tattoo shop, or you can find another parlor that will take you on.
Being a tattoo artist requires devotion and a willingness to continually learn new techniques. It can take from 1-5 years to train to become a tattoo artist, so you will want to make sure that you are ready to undertake this commitment before you begin.
For more tattoo articles, visit www.museumoftattoos.com
January 15th, 2009 by admin
 Ingrid Sure asked:
Ben je van plan om een tatoeage? Heeft u absoluut geen idee wat tatoeage te krijgen? Nou, de eerste plaats om te zoeken naar tattoo ontwerpen, is natuurlijk het internet. U vindt er tal van sites met tatoeage galeries en studio's, en niet te vergeten de nuttige artikelen uit tatoeage specialisten en testimonials van tatoeage liefhebbers, als het je eerste tatoeage. Al deze zullen u helpen om een geïnformeerd besluit te nemen.
Je moet je een unieke, maar meest van al, een tot leven! In tegenstelling tot sieraden, schilderijen, enz., een tatoeage niet kunnen worden genomen uit de buurt van ons. We kunnen toeschrijven persoonlijke waarden en betekenissen aan het kunstwerk, zonder de angst voor ooit verliezen. Die vaste tekening blijft als een merk van de emoties en gebeurtenissen die we hebben een keer ervaren.
De tatoeage cultuur heeft zijn oorsprong in oude culturen, erkend als een merk van voorrecht of royalty's. Door de eeuwen heen, ergens, heeft het een negatief imago, "heidense", en die had tatoeages werden beschouwd wilden (zoals de Afrikaanse of Indiase aboriginals met tribale tatoeages). Later, tatoeages werden afgeschilderd als een uitdrukking van opstandige kracht.
Tegenwoordig tatoeage is geworden, niet alleen stijlvol, maar een symbool van overeenstemming met bepaalde ideeën en overtuigingen, een symbool van die, zelfs een individuele status . Met elke generatie, meer en meer mensen hebben dat gedaan en spreken over de Tattoo Art en Tattoo Artiesten. Integendeel, een verandering! Zodra de mensen die tatoeages waren ofwel krachtige, of criminelen. Nu dagelijks Joe en Jane's lopen rond in hun bedrijf past dat dekking cross tattoos, meisje tatoeages of wat dan ook. U vindt dezelfde zwarte hart tatoeage op uw assistent hip als op uw melkman om de hals.
Helaas is de reden voor tatoeage is niet altijd voor de waardering van tatoeages als kunstwerken. De muziekvideo's en films op TV vandaag vol beroemdheden blijkt uit hun geschilderde-on (!) Tatoeages. We moeten toegeven dat de macht van de media te beïnvloeden onze geest is een deel van de reden dat tatoeages zijn zo belangrijk voor de mainstream-cultuur in de Verenigde Staten. Elke tiener overweegt hebben gedaan Britney Spears tatoeage. Maar dat verandert niets aan het feit dat de nieuwe generatie gelooft in de expressie van hun eigen persoonlijkheid (niet die van hun ouders). Door digressing weg van de trends van de oudere generatie, de jeugd van vandaag maakt een stand.
Aan de andere kant kunnen we ook zeggen dat de stijging van de informatie, beschikbaar via TV, internet, tijdschriften en andere media, heeft geleid tot een geheel andere waardering voor tatoeages. Ze zijn geworden kunstwerken. Hoe meer soorten en modellen, de meer tatoeages werd een vorm van decoratie. Ze zijn niet alleen mooi, ze kunnen ook ongelooflijke, prachtige kunstwerken, gezien het feit dat die "versierd" met tatoeages zijn gegaan door pijn op de verwezenlijking van de schoonheid.
Echter om een tatoeage is , nog steeds, een ervaring dat veel mensen weigeren te doorlopen. Zittend in de stoel met die hoog geluid in uw oor voor ten minste een uur is gedachten veranderen voor velen van ons. Maar dat verandert niets aan de steeds populairder wordende trend van tatoeage. Ten minste eenmaal per dag, horen we iemand spreken over een nieuwe tatoeage.
Dus als je een van hen, dan aarzel niet om te zoeken naar tattoo ontwerpen op de gespecialiseerde websites, check out de tatoeages galerij en kiest u de nieuwste online winkel.
December 3rd, 2008 by admin
Without a doubt, dragon tattoo patterns are some of the most popular styles out there. Don’t take our word for it-just go to any local beach and check out the array laid out before you. What is it about these mythical creatures that drive people into tattoo studios in droves? The following is an explanation of the phenomenon of the dragon tattoo, and why it’s become so popular in the past decade.
First, it’s important to look at the beast behind the design. Amazingly, dragons are embedded in cultures throughout the world. In studying ancient civilizations, one comes across the dragon in one form or another in European, Oriental, and Iranian tradition. The dragon certainly has some grounding in real life. Look no further than monitor lizards or other scaly serpents and you’ll find real world examples. How the dragon became so ubiquitous in cultures across the globe may be a mystery, but it is certainly a testament to how powerful and appealing these mythical creatures are. No matter who you are or where your ancestors came from, a dragon can fit into the way you define yourself.
Dragons are generally depicted as reptilian creatures. While their appearance varies across cultures, dragons usually share the same characteristics regardless of what culture you’re studying. In virtually every case, this mythical beast is capable of rapid flight, as well as the ability to spit fire, sending enemies reeling. The combination of these two factors make the dragon one of the most fearful creatures roaming the earth, so watch out!
Your dragon tattoo represents something different to everyone who views it. Apart from just being an intricate, beautiful design, the tattoo holds symbolic value as a way to express the things that are important to you. On a man, the dragon might represent power, or wisdom. Many people see dragons on women as a sign of cunning and deviousness.
It’s important to remember that dragons can both help and hurt human beings. Mythical dragons often served as the wizard’s steed, providing transport into and out of battle. At the same time, evil dragons were dangerous creatures capable of destruction without so much as a second’s notice. Their hot fire could instantly melt the bravest of warriors. Perhaps that’s part of the dragon’s appeal; contemplating this beast makes people run the gamut of emotions. Without more information, there’s no way of knowing whether the dragon you see is helpful or harmful. In a sense, you’re almost forced to inquire further details. That’s one of the benefits of an interesting, provocative dragon tattoo: it’s an instant conversation starter. After all, isn’t that one of the reasons people get tattoos in the first place?
If you’ve been thinking about getting another tattoo (or your first!), you should strongly consider a dragon as your chosen style. These powerful creatures evoke the powerful emotions from tattoo artists, and you’re sure to come out of the studio with a design that will astonish everyone lucky enough to see it.
Picking a tattoo design to permanently put on your body is no easy task. And nor should it. The challenge of picking and finding a design you think you will love forever is half the fun. The second half of the fun is wearing a tattoo you love. Find your tattoo at Pro Tattoo Designs.
Whether you are after fairy tattoos or butterfly tattoos we can help you find them. You can also read up on the meaning, history of the tattoo category you choose.
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December 3rd, 2008 by admin
There are definitely painful places to get tattoos as opposed to other areas where pain is minimized. Here are some areas you may want to think twice about if your concerned with painful places to get tattoos.
1. The foot!
The feet are filled with nerve endings and getting inked here can be very painful. Now I am talking about the actual foot, not the ankle area which some people automatically link together or believe that the ankle has the same pain as the foot just because they are close to one another. The foot area itself will be a more painful area to get tattooed, but the ankle is definitely not without it’s pain either.
2. Bone areas!
Any area where there is bone close to the skin will be an area of higher pain. For instance your outer ankle bone will be more painful than getting an ankle tattoo in a more fleshier area. Other areas are behind the ear, the skull, and the ribs. All can be painful places to get tattoos.
3. The Butt!
Many people have reported that the most painful places to get tattoos has been…their butt! While tattooing a bony area is painful, there is also pain associated with overly fleshy or flabby areas. Hence the pain level that the butt area has. To experiment with this, simply take your fingernails and lightly dig a line into your butt. Now try the same thing on your shoulder. You can see that, unless you have a very firm butt, the pain level is much higher in the butt than the shoulder. With the popularity of low back tattoos that often times travel south into the butt region, you should be aware that the pain level will be higher when going south towards the butt.
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