The art of modern tattoo Modern Tattooing as

The art of modern tattoo • Modern Tattooing as • • we know it has a long and illustrious history. It has how ever become part of our culture. We see the art every where we look in today's modern life.

History Tattoos were used in many different ways. Both as spiritual and decorative Tattooing is popular with many indigenous peoples around the world. A tattoo on the right arm of a Scythian chieftain from Russia. They could also be used as identifier such as this Nazi serial number. Modern tattoos are now more than ever becoming popular art

There are many ways to have tattoos done n Bone comb n Tattoo machine n And Tebori

Bone comb tattoos Bone combs are a traditional form of tattooing. They are still in fashion today with many people.

Many island peoples still use bone comb to tattoo. Many are complex and beautiful.

many of the tattoos are spiritual in nature. A mans first tattoo is part of his right of passage in to adulthood.

Tattoo machines Machines allow for very detailed work The needles come in many shapes and numbers of points

Tattoos are many and varied.

The designs range from biomechanical To religious tattoos of many peoples

You never know where a tattoo will go

Hand poked tattoos are also known as Tebori tattoos are the traditional form of tattooing from Japan

Both time consuming and painful this type of tattooing creates some of the most beautiful tattoos

Tattoos are often done for spiritual means as a sign of devotion

The demographic of people that are today getting tattoos are far and wide § The people from all walks of life are getting tattoos § Every one from the rebellious to the religious

The Art Of Tattooing Created by Lawrence Tolva Power. Point class 8/28/2010