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Water is possibly the most amazing molecular compound in the universe. Unimaginable amounts float upon this earth, providing a key factor for life as we know it. As the moon orbits this rock, it pulls the vast swaths of H2O…
Not much rivals the raw manliness of the burly, hairy bipedal creature known as Bigfoot. For true believers, the mighty beast screams defiantly against those too weak to keep the faith. Captivated by fascinating tales of the Sasquatch of American…
Symbolically enigmatic, coyotes are engraved in ink for a myriad of reasons. Simultaneously a teacher and a trickster, wise and playful, this crafty creature brings deep insight through chicanery and jocularity, somehow striking a harmonious balance. A paradoxical being, the…
Because of his lashing tongue, Venom tattoos make for remarkable pieces of skin art; your artist can shape Venom’s tongue to flow perfectly with your body. Venom was originally created as a villain in the Spiderman universe, by Todd McFarlane.…
Diversity abounds when it comes to tattoos of the diminutive lobster known as a crawfish, crayfish, crawdad or mudbug. Fierce arguments over what to call them only scratches the surface of the myriad of complexities associated with these deliciously diverse…
The art of tattooing dates back thousands of years and spans the entire world. Originally possessing spiritual power amongst the people of the South Pacific, European sailors coopted the practice and began to cover themselves in images precious to them.…
Representing the power of the creatures they come from, talon and claw tattoos vary widely, but typically convey ferocity. Combatting courageously to break through limitations, claws tear through their impediments to reach freedom. The ripping of flesh releases one’s inner…
The swordfish, also called the marlin, symbolizes speed and concentration. These amazing swimmers can reach speeds of nearly 70 miles per hour. That means if a swordfish sees something it wants, it’s probably going to get it! They also represent…
“The unexamined life is not worth living.” With these words, Socrates defended his actions in Plato’s Apology as he was being tried for impiously corrupting the minds of the young. He was found guilty and sentenced to death for sharing…
Ants are extremely strong creatures. In fact, a leaf cutter ant can carry up to 50 times its own body weight. They are also fierce fighters. They will fight to the death with animals much bigger and stronger than themselves…