When we think of feathers, we automatically think of birds. In this context, feathers have a long history of meaning and symbolism in human cultures all across the world. For some, the feather means liberation and personal freedom. For others, the feather is symbolic of transcending the earthly realm and flying to higher planes of …
You might think that tattoos are a young person’s game. Indeed, tattooing is undergoing something of a renaissance right now as more and more young people are inking up and looking good doing it. In this context, thinking about older people with tattoos sounds a bit strange but the truth is that anyone can have …
Tattoos have been used by humans for millennia as a form of self-expression. Over the course of many centuries, human cultures have developed art and techniques that have made tattooing central in the lives of many. For many such traditional cultures, tattoos were not just a form of self-expression. They were also important as markers …
The nautical themed tattoo has a place in the American traditional style, but it also has a long history across a variety of human cultures. Just think about how important seafaring has been to us as a species for a moment. It has allowed us to explore the world, get in touch with new cultures, …
The Mandala design is an intricate pattern featuring fine lines, geometric shapes, and recognizable images, such as flowers. It is a Sanskrit word meaning “circle,” and in this sense, all Mandalas are of a circular shape and design, though they incorporate other images and shapes. They also happen to make for excellent tattoos, given the …
Did you know that the sea remains the most unexplored part of our planet? As land animals, we have dominated our immediate environment, but the sea remains mysterious and even dangerous. We are not at home in the sea because we’re not adapted to it. This makes us feel as if we are foreign in …
