Friday, July 23, 2010

Rogue Hello Kitty Tattoos

Silence of the Kitty Lambs


Biohazard Kitty Skull and Bones
Bad Girl Dominatrix Devil Hello Kitty
Japanese Samurai/Yakuza Hello Kitty
Hello Kitty Stormtrooper
Frankenstein Hello Kitty
Darth Vador Hello Kitty
Hell Raiser Hello Kitty
Vampire Hello Kitty

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Hello Kitty Tattoos

Hello Kitty, one of the main characters from Sanrio is surprisingly very popular amongst tattoos as well.  Here are a few cute ones I found. 
Halloween Pumpkin Hello Kitty



Hip Tattoo of Hello Kitty

Hello Kitty on forearm
shoulder piece of hello kitty on a flower




Monday, July 12, 2010

Cute Tattoo ideas

giraffe and elephant tattoo


 cute scenery with girl and boy


my little pony back tattoo


cute sleeve idea with baby animals


discreet ribbon on inside of wrist

Snoopy themed tattoos


Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Polynesian Tattoos and their histories




When people think of getting tattoos, the type often considered are tribal.  The origins of these designs are inspired by Polynesian tattoos.  Although today, tattoos are mostly done with tattoo guns, the original and authentic tattoos in these regions were created in more primitive methods.

In Samoa, the techniques have basically remained unchanged for over two thousand years and the skill is passed down from father to son using tools consisting of boars teeth, turtle shell and wooden handle.   For the men, it is like a right of passage and young men would endure the pain,from morning through night for a period of about 3 months to show their strength and bravery.  Incomplete tattoos are viewed as a mask of shame.  Although Christian missionaries attempted to stop such acts, viewing them as inhumane and barbaric, but Samoans resisted and the traditions continue to this day.

Hawaiian tattoos served as body art and distinction but also to protect their health and spirituality.  Images of lizards, which were greatly respected and feared, and of the Hawaiian crescent fan (Peahi niu) for the highest-ranking members of society, dominated Hawaiian kakau. Intricate patterns, mimicking woven reeds or other natural forms, graced men's arms, legs, torso and face. Women were generally tattooed on the hand, fingers, wrists and sometimes on their tongue.

Maori - The full-face moko was a mark of distinction for Maori men, which communicated their status, lines of descent and tribal affiliations. It recalled their wearer's exploits in war and other great events of their life. The Maori chief Te Pehi Kupe said during a visit to England in 1826, "Europee man write with pen his name — Te Pehi's is here," pointing to his tattooed face.  By the 1920s, the last of the tattooed men had died, but many women continue to wear moko until the middle of the century.

In addition to full-face moko, Maori men also wore puhoro, an intricate tattoo extending from mid-torso to the knees, which featured the characteristic design of a spiral on the buttock.

Information from PBS.org



Hibiscus flowers are the state flower of Hawaii and often used in tattoo designs


Honu (turtle) tattoo - representing long life and longevity.



In Hawaii, the Plumeria, often used in leis represents 'new life' and perfection, the coming together of everything good.

Friday, June 25, 2010

Masuimi Max

Angelina Jolie look-alike, Masuimi Max.
Lingerie model, actress, import car model and former stripper.












Thursday, June 24, 2010

Pin Up style Betty Sabrina Kelley



her site is sabrinakelley.com




Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Black and Whites of Beauties with tattoos



tribal dragon tattoo on upper arm


unique stocking-like leg tattoo


Full sleeve and hip tattoo


Tattooed belly dancers embracing


Dragon Tattoos around breasts