The crane is known as the “heavenly crane,” the “crane of good fortune,” the “bird of happiness,” and the “bird of peace.” It is considered to be a most auspicious bird throughout the traditional cultures of southeast Asia. When Chinese…
Under normal circumstances, a small chest tattoo isn’t on display. It carries with it the sense of something a bit more personal than many other tattoos. Certainly, an enthusiast finds meaning in all their ink, but a small tattoo over…
“It is finished.” This was the sentiment uttered by Jesus Christ as he hung on the cross, according to one version of the Crucifixion story. The Greek version for this expression is “Tetelestai,” but while historians have debated its exact…
Thanks in part to Pokemon Go, Pokemon tattoos are the latest trend in tattoos for men. These unusually bright and colorful tattoos are quickly gaining popularity. Pokemon fans find them fun, expressive and exciting, but some of them have managed…
Cranes are commonly represented in mythology because man has recognized the strange beauty and inherent complexity within these amazing creatures for centuries. They are local to areas all over the globe, so folklore regarding their magic exists far into antiquity.…
Vampires are perhaps the most popular of the classic monsters from throughout history, and their allure is due to their relation to humanity. Vampires hide in plain sight, yet they aren’t truly human underneath, and Dracula is the powerful vampire…
These strange objects of the past represent a singular connection to music and the emotions that resonant with it. It is said that those who sport tattoos of these vintage symbols of the heart of music are rare and experienced…
Star Wars is iconic for its contributions to pop culture and social trends, and Chewbacca might be one of the most valuable. He is a perfect symbol of devotion, friendship, and determination. Chewbacca is the tall, hairy, and slightly jealous…
As the fastest land animal, the cheetah is a pure symbol for speed, power, and agility. Its potential is hidden under a fragile facade that is the result of the refined body weight and aerodynamic nature of the beast. Cheetahs…
As the great Scottish Philosopher Thomas Carlyle once said, “Man is a tool-using Animal… Nowhere do you find him without tools; without tools he is nothing, with tools he is all.” It reminds me of a time when Henry Ford’s…