From the Sanskrit for ‘circle’, mandala is the term used to describe beautiful circle designs.  A circle is a symbol of unity, eternity, perfection and completeness and it is an important symbol in all cultures.  The basic mandala form consists of a four gated square within which is a circle with a defined centre point. [...]

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A future in body art is not something that any school or college career officer will actively promote.  It can therefore be difficult to find the information needed in order to get yourself on the right career path. Qualifications Tattoo artist training is usually done via an apprenticeship which can last for around 2 to [...]

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The creation and display of tattoos within a prison environment is often used to signify gang membership or advertise an inmate’s standing within the criminal community.  Used as a form of code amongst inmates they are often filled with hidden meanings and symbols.  Because of the information that can be relayed in a tattoo the [...]

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Rites of passage differ between cultures; they traditionally mark the transition of a person from one state of being to another.  Often marking out life’s milestones like puberty and marriage, such rites illustrate the values and beliefs that are held as important within a culture.  The tattoo has been used throughout history to mark such [...]

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It appears that the mystery surrounding Madonna only grows when it comes to her tattoos.  It’s the one thing even Google can’t find a straight answer for, though every celebrity tattoo blogger seems to think they know.  Madonna is a woman all her own; one that no one else ever can or will come close [...]

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Tattoo conferences are held all the time in a number of different places, but the one recently held at the Vatican University was something no one had ever seen before. The title of the conference, “Into the Skin: Identity, Symbols, and History of Permanent Body Marks,” let’s you know right away that this particular conference [...]

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Many people today look at henna tattoos as nothing more than an alternative to a permanent tattoo; they are one of those, “next best things.” They are fun to get, but you don’t have to be committed to it for the rest of your life and there’s also no blood involved, which is definitely a [...]

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Walt Disney is a household name whether you are in the US or some remote island off the coast of nowhere. Disneyland, Disney Stores, Disney Movies, and the Disney Channel are just a few of the things that reign in Mr. Disney’s Empire. The Disney Channel has grown over the years to include more than [...]

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If you were ever a fan of Barbie when you were a kid it’s likely that you’ve seen her go through many transitions over the years.  She’s been a teacher, a princess, a doctor and even an astronaut – all things that a parent would be happy with seeing their child grow into you may [...]

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