I would love recommendations for the fiercest of fierce tattoos. I'm tossing a few ideas around in my head, and asking other people for tattoo recommendations is usually a bad idea for obvious reasons, but I'm going through some major major life transitions right now, and I want a tattoo to remind me what a badass I am while I deal with it all.
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posted by twiggy32
on Mar 18, 2013 -
25 answers
I have a friend who wants to get a tattoo on his forearm, consisting of a numbered "to do" list. He can then fill in the numbers with whatever he needs to accomplish that day.
However, he's heard that serial killers sometimes have "To Do" lists on their arms containing names of their future or past victims. He doesn't want to raise any suspicions that he is a serial killer, rather than an admirably efficient and conscientious person.
Does anyone know if this is true or not? A Google search wasn't helpful.
Thank you.
posted by Mayree
on Jan 24, 2013 -
37 answers
Can you recommend any good tattoo markers, and/or other markers or pens that can be used on the skin (whether or not they are specifically for tattoos)?
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posted by kellybird
on Nov 30, 2012 -
3 answers
I am getting a tattoo of two birds on my back to cover up some old tattoos that I no longer like. I am looking for bird species inspiration. Ideally these will be some sort of plumed birds, but please link me/give me a species name of any birds that you find to be particularly beautiful. Thanks!
posted by corn_bread
on May 17, 2012 -
27 answers
On Friday I got a call from my primary care physician saying that my HCV AB EIA QL (Hepatitis C) test result came back reactive. The same test in August 2011 was nonreactive. I am waiting for the referral to the GI department to be processed so I can find out what happens next. In the meantime I'm freaking out.
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posted by thrasher
on May 9, 2012 -
15 answers
I'm going to be getting a tattoo or two within the next few months. However, I'm also going to Japan at some point next year to live there for 2+ years. What all should I know?
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posted by DisreputableDog
on Nov 12, 2011 -
13 answers
So if tattoos all over the arms are called sleeves, are tats all over your legs called stockings? socks? I'm serious.
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posted by jfwlucy
on May 24, 2011 -
8 answers
Tattoo time! I need help tracking down the artist or book that this illustration is from. Bonus question about what to tip my tattoo artist/bff.
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posted by a.steele
on Aug 21, 2010 -
5 answers
I'm thinking of getting a tattoo of a bunch of organic molecules that represent positive traits, feelings, etc. More along the lines of serotonin representing happiness than ethanol or caffeine representing happiness. What are your ideas for emotions/ traits and their corresponding chemicals?
posted by i_am_a_fiesta
on Feb 24, 2009 -
21 answers
Tattoo Typeface Troubles: My sister and I are looking to get a line from Hamlet tattooed on our wrists, and want it to look like it was printed out of a book. Help me (us) choose a good typeface!
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posted by bookwo3107
on Dec 8, 2008 -
18 answers
I have some space available for my next tattoo that I'd like to fill with some sort of reference piece (i.e. a perpetual calendar, a conversion table), but I'm having a hard time thinking of anything beyond that. Any other ideas?
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posted by (bb|[^b]{2})
on Sep 25, 2008 -
54 answers
Are competitors in the Beijing Olympics required to cover up or mute their tattoos? Or is my mind playing tricks on me.
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posted by chookibing
on Aug 18, 2008 -
17 answers
Does anyone remember a site that had symbols for designing a comprehensive logo reflecting one's sexual practices and orientation?
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posted by Cricket
on Aug 10, 2008 -
7 answers
I am looking for a good tattoo artist/shop in the Denver area. Specifically one that has experience or interest in egyptian art and tattoos. I am looking to have some tomb art done, and want it done in a realistic manner. Any help from the hive mind would be greatly appreciated.
posted by corwalch
on Aug 6, 2008 -
2 answers
Are there any documented studies or similar evidence showing that more and more people are getting tattooed?
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posted by (bb|[^b]{2})
on Jul 21, 2008 -
11 answers
A friend of mine has hired someone to draw her next tattoo, and she is wondering about the best delivery format.
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posted by mkb
on Jul 21, 2008 -
12 answers
I have large, detailed, black-ink tattoos that take up my arm from elbow to shoulder. I like them very much and don't want them to fade (they're 2 years old).
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posted by unknowncommand
on Jun 9, 2008 -
10 answers
PerformanceArtMakeupFilter: Asking for a friend who needs advice on full body cosmetics over extensive tattoos.
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posted by elendil71
on May 29, 2008 -
11 answers
I'm looking for an image or two images I saw a year or two ago, of two guys who got drunk on a trip to Florida and got neck tattoos. I can't remember if one did or both did, or which got which images, but the tattoos consisted of a set of mickey mouse ears, a bright 80's looking flamingo (wearing sunglasses, I believe), and the word "Florida". Googling extensively has gotten me nowhere.
posted by Bugbread
on Sep 21, 2007 -
5 answers
Trying to design a tattoo symbolizing a restless heart for my forearm, preferably one that will be only black (or contain just a small amount of color). Hit me with ideas, hive mind.
posted by Roman Graves
on Aug 26, 2007 -
13 answers
i need a memorial tattoo idea to honor my partner who has unfortunately passed.
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posted by Soulbee
on Aug 18, 2007 -
25 answers
AncientSymbolsFilter: My google skills have failed me. I'm looking for a symbol representing night or darkness. Preferably from Antiquity or Celtic societies. Help?
posted by Roman Graves
on Mar 15, 2007 -
11 answers
My sister is interested in getting a white tattoo. She keeps asking me what I think. My internet research turns up little reliable information.
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posted by ThePinkSuperhero
on Oct 10, 2006 -
15 answers
Did the movie NIGHT OF THE HUNTER (discussed
here) originate the device of having HATE tattooed on one hand, with LOVE tattooed on the other?
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posted by eschatfische
on Oct 25, 2005 -
8 answers
I'm considering getting a tattoo. (yeah, I know I've dissed body art before, sue me). I've got a few questions.
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posted by jonmc
on Jun 12, 2005 -
35 answers
A friend just got sober and turns 40 next week. I'm buying her a tattoo to celebrate both.
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posted by mudpuppie
on Jun 6, 2005 -
21 answers
What are your views on tattoos and the people that have them, both professionally and socially?
posted by gastevens
on Dec 4, 2004 -
88 answers
From
Stranger In A Strange Land, by Robert Heinlein:
"Jill, you've read some abnormal psychology."
"Yes, of course. In training. Not as much as you have, I know."
"Do you know the symbolism of tattooing? And snakes?"
"Of course. I knew that about Patty as soon as I met her. I had been hoping that you would find a way."
Now, as someone who has been wanting to be a crazy tattooed lady since she was five, what's the symbolism?
posted by Katemonkey
on Sep 11, 2004 -
18 answers
