Tattoos relating to the wonders of Ancient Egyptian art and its rich mythology and culture are one way in which Egyptian culture is still celebrated today. Popular motifs include Tutankhamun himself and hieroglyphic signs, such as the ankh and the Eye of Horus. Related symbols from Near and Middle Eastern cultures that are much loved …
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 …
The earliest known domestication of the common house cat was in Cyprus 11,000 years ago. The ancient Egyptians took this further and actually domesticated the house cat so that it lived with people in their own homes. The Romans popularized the practice all over Europe, and so our love of the cat was born. Cats …
Humans are curious animals, and exploring the world around us is in our DNA. For millions, the best vacation is one that involves travel to somewhere exotic and new. For people who like adventure, a tattoo that relates to travel and exploration could be the perfect choice. Tattoo motifs that evoke traveling and journeys can …
The natural world is a rich source of inspiration for tattoos. Living creatures and floral motifs are always popular, but the world around us provides many intriguing possibilities. It’s not just the small things in life that make great nature tattoos. Trees are a more unusual tattoo motif drawn from the natural world. Inanimate features …
People get tattoos for all sorts of reasons. Some are purely decorative, designed to make a strong style statement, but often they mark an important life event and have deep personal significance. The act of getting a tattoo often accompanies a change in circumstances and the beginning of a new chapter in a person’s life. …