The Polynesian culture is an ancient one and the symbols used to portray it are distinguishable yet antique as well. When most think about this culture, they imagine a tropical setting full of ocean life, warmth, and even strength when…
Few images are as visceral as the spindly spider, and few tattoo styles are as bold as those drawn in the traditional hand. When the two are fused together, the results are truly impressive, if not downright creepy. As far…
Some tattoo designs lend themselves to creativity and individuality better than others. Treasure chest tattoos are one such design. Romantic and powerful at the same time, the image of a treasure chest evokes fantasies of fortune and glory, battle and…
Many of us know what saints are, but why are people getting saints tattooed onto their bodies? Besides the fact that they can look absolutely stunning and creative, they have a lot of meaning behind them. We all know a…
Bane. The man. The mountain. The legend. The one that learned batman’s true identity and shared his back ground with millions of fans. Bane is well known for his pure strength, outstanding intelligence, and never ending endurance. It just makes…
The world of Tim Burton’s grifting ghoul is ripe for tattoo inspiration, and for decades Beetlejuice devotees have dedicated their flesh to the cultural phenomenon. From the underworld inhabitants such as receptionist Miss Argentina, Harry the Hunter, Juno the chain-smoking…
For ink addicts who also happen to be hooked on throwing mean strikes, bowling tattoos can be a perfect fit. From pins to balls to shoes, there are so many creative ways to express a love of all things bowling…
A worldwide cultural icon and one of the most famous movie characters of all time, Tony Montana has come to represent all that is rich, corrupt, and yet ultimately redeemable. A force of nature till the very end, Tony blazes…
A symbol of honor upheld by law enforcement, The Thin Blue Line originated in the United Kingdom but quickly grew to prominence in the United States and Canada. The Thin Blue Line commemorates the fallen and shows support for the…
Thorn tattoo designs carry different meanings for different people. Some associate thorns with the intertwinement of beauty and pain, the poetic reminder that “every rose has its thorn.” Others associate thorns with honor and sacrifice, the heavy crown worn by…