Chinese And Tribal Tattoos

Tattoos have served as rites of passage, marks of status and rank, symbols of religious and spiritual devotion and many other purposes over the years. They have become more popular in many parts of the world, particularly in North America, Japan, and Europe. They have had a rich and colourful history in western world for the better part of two hundred years. And this is shown by the increasing number of historical figures and modern day celebrities who have or currently have body art.
Enthusiasts may refer to them as "tats," "ink," "art," or "work," and to tattooists as "artists. Body Art or Tattoos as it is called today is not a new concept but an age old concept which is thought to be continuing since 12,000 years ago. Ancient cultures from around the globe used them. Tattooing in Japan is thought to go back to the Paleolithic era, some ten thousand years ago. American Indians used tats to help them in battle.
Tribal tattoos might be the most popular form in the world right now. Tribal tattoos are instantly recognizable with their dramatic use of aggressive dark lines in jagged symmetrical shapes spread throughout the skin. They are most often done in simple black and skin tones but they can also have color added to brighten the overall look. They can include Maori designs, Eskimo totems and Aztec sun clocks and so on. Tribal tattoos are an age old practice that is performed today and holds different meanings for different tribes. Tribal designs can be designed in multiple shapes for what ever you want.
Chinese Tattoos took hold quickly in the western world, mainly due to the illusiveness of the symbols & language. Chinese Characters should be professionally translated so they are authentic. Chinese tats that include authentic characters and symbols can form the basis of beautiful designs which can carry a deep and personal meaning. These are a clever way to express your message as not many people can read the symbols. Chinese symbols are great conversation pieces that allow you to express yourself in an interesting way. They have been used by people to show certain aspects of their personality. They have a sort of attraction and is liked by many people due to how they look because they are very unique and personal.
Getting a tattoo can take several hours to just minutes depending on the size and design chosen. Getting it can hurt, but the level of pain will vary and after some time you will get used to it...this is a big deal, especially because they're designed to be permanent. Getting one is something that should not be taken lightly. Getting one is more than browsing through flash books you should do a little research so you get exactly what you wanted.

Cross Tattoos

There are many different tattoo designs around, and for every design you can think of there are probably many different forms of that particular design. We see this with dragon tattoos, people don't just have a dragon tattoo, they want the dragon tattooed in a particular way and each way has a different symbolic meaning - it is no different with the cross. The cross is probably one of the most recognized religious symbols in the world because of its association with Christianity. However, there are many different designs in cross tattoos and it helps to be able to tell one from another and to recognize just what the particular significance of each particular cross might be. The cross is actually a very ancient symbol that predates Christianity and was used by the Aztecs and by various pagan traditions.
The cross is one of the most frequently requested tattoo designs it is even more popular than the seemingly ubiquitous swallows and anchors. It can be quite confusing when there are so many different designs to choose from, and if, as we have already said, tattoos have particular personal significance, we want to be sure that the design is saying what we want it to. Nowadays many young Christians choose to have a Christian cross tattoo - these might be with or without the body of Jesus. Some Christian cross tattoos will depict the Sacred Heart along with the Cross, or with a crown of thorns. If the body of Christ is nailed to the cross this is often referred to as the Latin cross.
Gothic cross designs may not be specifically Christian as they often include some form of dark imagery. They may have some barbed wire around the middle of the cross or the cross may also be intertwined with a dagger. The Gothic cross is usually heavily ornamental with beveled edges and it symbolizes pain and anger rather than a message of hope.
The Egyptian cross or ankh is often known as the key of life it is a cross with a circular shape at the top. Tribal crosses often have flowing lines and very distinctive outlines. Then there is the Celtic cross which is gaining in popularity today and has a long history attached to it. Again the Celtic cross is usually intricately designed with loops and knot work wrapped around the area where the two parts meet. The loops are meant to symbolize the never ending circle of life and the knots symbolize the link between the physical and the spiritual world. One of the reasons this particular design may have become so popular is because there is a renewed interest in Celtic Christianity. The ancient Celts saw little difference between the natural world and the supernatural and there were prayers for everyday acts such as lighting the fire or making the bed.