A Devilish Start for Anthony

When I ran into Anthony last month in Penn Station, he was happy to share the beginning stage of what he envisions to be a full leg piece, that will run all the way up his limb:

Anthony explained that this Japanese demon:

"is by my good friend, Nate Osborne, of True Tattoo (3) in Ballston Spa, New York. Basically we were chatting one day and I said how I've always wanted something really traditional ...Japanese style and he hadn't done one lately and he said 'come on down to the shop' and so I did and he fit me right in ... this is all his design."

Thanks to Anthony for sharing this cool start to what will undoubtedly be an amazing leg sleeve, here on Tattoosday!


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Eagle Tattoo Meaning

The main reason the eagle tattoo is a popular design is because of its great meaning. It actually was one of the first tattoos done on people, before they even were called tatoos.

Depending on what you want the tatt to signify, it can mean a variety of different things. For example, many people associate the eagle with the United States. It is on the money and is a symbol of strength, honor and loyalty.

Many people get this tatoo as a way to honor their country. You can show your love for your country with this tattoo by selecting certain Eagle depictions along with the flag or national colors or pick eagle images that have other meanings since there are many different things that an eagle can represent.

The eagle tattoo also represents nature, in particular, the sun. In ancient times, it was the symbol of the Greek god Zeus. Because of this connection, the eagle is a very powerful symbol. Zeus was said to be the ultimate god, so having the same symbol as him says a lot about your personality.

Another popular meaning of this tattoo relates to people in the military. They get this as a symbol of how they are protecting the country they love. People who are police officers and firefighters also often are seen with this tattoo.

popular meaning of an eagle tattoo is freedom. Eagles are viewed as the ultimate bird by many people because they are so powerful and large. When you use this meaning, it can give you the sense that you have the freedom and the power to do anything you want in life.

Nothing can hold you back when you have an eagle tattoo. Another meaning of this popular tattoo goes back to Norse mythology. They were representatives of wisdom in their culture, so having this tattoo can bring you wisdom.

The way in which you get your eagle tattoo also has meaning. For example, you can have your eagle soaring in your design or you can have the bird perched ready to take flight. If it is sitting, it can represent that you are ready to take action in your life.

If it already is flying, then it can mean that you are going places with your life. Because there is such a strong history surrounding these majestic birds, it is a design sought after by people from all backgrounds. This one tattoo can bring together people who otherwise would have nothing in with each other.

Joe is Armed with Words of Strength

Last month on 86th Street in Brooklyn, I met Joe, who shared this cool tattoo on his right bicep:

Joe credited Matt Van Cura, formerly of Lark Tattoo. Matt now works out of Da Vinci Tattoo in Watagh, New York. 

Joe came in with an idea for this piece, armed only with the phrase "Increscunt animi virescit volnere virtus," and worked with Matt for a couple of hours as they pieced the art together. Be sure to click on the photo to get a larger view of the exceptional shading, line work and detail. 

When I asked what the Latin translated to, Joe told me it meant "the spirit grows, strength is restored through wounding." A little research on my end revealed that the exact translation,"the spirits increase, vigor grows through a wound," is a quote attributed to the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche from Die Götzen-Dämmerung (Twilight of the Idols).


Thanks to Joe for sharing this tattoo with us here on Tattoosday!

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"beauty" DRAGON TATTOO FOR GIRL

TATTOO ART in DRAGON TATTOO FOR GIRL. Tattoo dragon has been known since long and with many versions. Not justa guy who wore the symbol of the dragon to make a tattoo, girls are also many who uses Dragon to create tattoo designs are nice and full of artistic value. Enjoy the dragon tattoo design for girls that I'm posting this now.

Leigh's Skull with a Mouthful of Blossoms

Last month, I ran into Leigh, getting off the C train at 34th Street in Manhattan. She estimates she has 40% of her corporeal canvas covered, and she offered me this tattoo on her left forearm:

We've had  a lot of sugar skulls here on Tattoosday, but everyone is different and unique. This one, inked by Myles Karr at Three Kings Tattoo in Brooklyn, stands out from the bow at the top of the skull, and the open jaw full of cherry blossoms, both items not generally associated with the traditional sugar skull design.

"I'm always talking," Leigh told me, "and it's always positive, so I wanted something that would keep the mouth open." She collaborated with Myles on the piece, saying she wanted a skull, but didn't want a "cliche," and pointed out it's also "kind of a take on the Suicidal Tendencies skull."

Thanks to Leigh for sharing this great tatoo with us here on Tattoosday!

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Southpaw in the Subway

A couple weeks ago, I met a woman on the West 4th Street subway platform after I noticed her last name inscribed on her back. This tattoo, however, I found particularly cool:

I don't have a lot of information regarding this tattoo, as the young lady took my card as her train rolled in and never got back to me.

Nonetheless, I wanted to share this "Southpaw" tattoo on her left arm. She is, as you might guess, a proud left-handed person.

I thank her for sharing this tattoo with us here on Tattoosday!

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Mehndi Simple Designs 2011

Here are Mehndi Simple Designs 2011 Picture