These were bad enough to bring my posting back from the dead

So as I'm sure you can tell, I haven't been posting here a lot lately. I've been busy at work, and haven't really come across many new tattoos that are worth mentioning. However, I got an email a few days ago that seriously shook me up. Check out these terrible tattoos, all by the same artist working out of a "pro" shop.


Was the kanji there already, and the rest of the tattoo worked around it? Or was it all designed in one piece? Why is the kanji overlapping with the star? What is that weird black V at the top? It's all a total mystery, and it's all TERRIBLE.


This just makes me think of a pile of pubes, I'm sorry.


...... I don't even know what to say about this. It's not as terrible as the others but it just seems so... sad.

Correction on the Dell tattoo

Okay, so a while back I posted here about really bad logo tattoos. One in particular stood out, a Dell tattoo:

To me, Dell is a kind of lame, nothing-brand-- not one that I thought anybody would be stoked about enough to get it branded on them for life. So I made fun of the dude with the Dell tattoo. He emailed me today:

"i am emailing you. about your post about tattoos, 1 special one tho, the dell tattoo, see that tattoo is actually my tattoo, see my name is Todd Dell, in my life i always got the DUDE YOUR GETTING A DELL. and stuff like that i always laughed it off, so my friend was like dude you should get the LOGO tattoo on you i was like sure, thus knowing i could get away with it, no im not a nerd, i dont even own a dell computer, im actually a mma fighter lol."

So, I take it back. Sorry, Dell guy. You have a sense of humor about your name and you got a tattoo to prove it. You are officially awesome.

X Files Tattoos

I am the biggest fan of the X-Files EVER and in anticipation of the movie I Want To Believe coming out tonight, I posted about X-Files tattoos on Fun Vampires (my permanent home for bad tattoo postings).

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new symbol tattoo design

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Scorpio Arm Tattoo Sexy Girl

Scorpio Arm Tattoo Sexy Girl

When men go to get tattoos done, they always seem to want ones that boast about their masculinity and what better a design than a scorpion? They are creepy, gross and most of the time full of poison. The most frequently asked question after deciding on a scorpion is what kind of design to get and where to get it? Scorpion tattoo pictures for girl are probably the best way to find inspiration.

These can be found in numerous places—online, in books, on friends, in shops. One of the pictures found online depicts a large scorpion tattoo done on the arm above the elbow. It takes up the majority of the arm, does not contain any color whatsoever and generally looks a little creepy. While most of the pictures show the arm as the best place for the scorpion tattoo, one depicts a scorpion on the hand. It is mostly in black ink, but has a surrounding color of red.

Most men don’t often opt to get color put on their scorpion tattoo, which is alright, but for those who do like color it does add a nice touch. It gives the scorpions lifelike characteristics and a more defined look.

New Scorpio Tattoo Design

New Scorpio Tattoo Design

Scorpio Tattoos Picture Back Body

Scorpio Tattoos Picture Back Body

Feminine Cute & Sexy Tattoos For Women - Tattoos Designs For Girls on the Foot, Ankle & Wrist

Every girl wants to have a great looking tattoo design that enhances their overall look. However, finding feminine and cute tattoos for women can at times be frustrating. Searching online or at your local tattoo shop for the right ankle or foot tattoo can be hard. It sometimes takes hours of searching to come up short. Here is a list of ideas to get your own thoughts flowing. It is not a complete or exhaustive list of tattoo designs for girls by any means but it at least gives you some great ideas and locations to get a tattoo design and how to make it cute, feminine and sexy all at the same time.

Possible Designs

There or course are a ton of designs out there and what you pick is a matter of person choice. What one person thinks is cute or sexy might be different then another person. So whenever choosing a tattoo design it is important to pick something for you and not for anyone else. In other words don't pick a tattoo because your friend likes or doesn't like it but pick a design that you think is feminine or sexy or whatever look you are after. These are just some popular ideas.

• Cherry Blossoms - Cherry blossoms make a great tattoo that can be done in a pretty small location such as a wrist or foot or even around an ankle. Cherry blossoms are a beautiful lower that symbolizes the beauty and shortness of life and it is a symbol that is meant to remind the person to live life to the fullest.
• Fairy Tattoos - Fairies work great in just about any location on the body. If you are not sure about the foot or ankle a fairy design can easily be done on the hip, shoulder or just about anywhere. The other great thing about a fairy is it doesn't necessarily have a meaning already ascribed to it. It is more about the design and look of the fairy that you choose. You can go for a shy coy fairy or a sexy hot fairy or even an evil scary looking fairy if you want something tough.
• Tribal Designs - Tribal designs are typically more the domain of men. However, more and more women are choosing traditionally male designs and femininzing them. It is not really a word but it best describes the process of taking a tattoo and adding a cute feminine touch to it. So instead of a think black line tribal design one might chose something with more swirls and color to it and make it look cute. Tribal tattoos make good bracelet designs that wrap around an ankle or wrist but can also be done on the top of the foot or just about anywhere else.
• Star Tattoos - Star tattoos have always been popular among women. You can get a cute cluster of small stars just about anywhere on your body. Stars typically are mysterious and represent beauty. If you want something a little bigger you can always opt for a shooting star or a nautical star design for something with a bit of an edge to it.

Think Small

While the design is important it is not the only thing that can make a tattoo design for girls look sexy or cute. It also has to do with size and typically women tend to get smaller designs to make them look cute. However, you are not locked into that and a big design can also look very cute depending on the location and the chosen subject of the tattoo. Just keep in mind you are free to be creative and have fun with the design and choose a size that express something about you and something that looks great to you.

Think Location

Another important part of choose a sexy tattoo design is the location. Choosing an intimate or hidden location can often make the tattoo the perfect adornment. Something like the top of the foot, the wrist, ankle, back of the neck and hip are all areas that you might want to consider. Putting a tattoo in these areas accentuates the natural beauty and sexiness of the area.

Think Sexy

Most importantly no matter what tattoo design you choose the ultimate goal is the design should be something you think is cute and sexy. If you are into the tattoo and really feel passionate about it you will carry yourself in a different manner when you get it inked on your body. Being confident and assured in who you are and knowing yourself well are all way more sexy then the location of design of the tattoo.

The worst of the worst (NSFW reader submission)

This tattoo is so bad and so NSFW that I can’t show it above the jump.
Alex wrote to me, and said “the bet was high card draw best 2 out of 3 winner got to pick, but had to pay for the losers tattoo.”
Click to find out what the winner picked for him, but remember, it’s graphic.

Roll a d20 for awesome tattoos.

I finally did a new tattoo post, but this one is AWESOME and not AWFUL!
Roll a d20 for awesome tattoos
This entry is dedicated to my new d20 tattoo, inspired in part by the quote from the X-Files episode Jose Chung's From Outer Space, "I didn't spend all those years playing dungeons and dragons and not learn a little something about courage!"

You can digg it here if you are so inclined.

I know I've been neglecting posts but I promise I'll get better.

xo
Alice

Scorpio Tribal Design

Finding the different types of scorpion designs is not difficult if you have access to internet. There are lots of free tattoo design sites that hosts many Scorpio tattoo designs. But I have found that the sketches in these free sites are mostly repeats. So, if you want something unique then the best approach if budget permit is to hire a good tattoo artist and tell him about your idea of scorpion tattoo.

From your ideas, tattoo artist will often come up with some fantastic design which is not only unique but looks quite amazing. If you are not satisfied with the first rough sketches of your artist then don't hesitate to tell him. Tell him what you like and what you don't in particular drawing. This way your artist will get the fairly good idea of what exactly you want. It is quite possible that you have to ask for 3-4 revisions before you get your desire scorpion tattoo.

Design Tribal Leo Tattoo

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Design Egyptian Tattoos

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Star Wars and the Holy Grail of Tattoo Designs - The Search is From Within, Luke

Stars Wars Tattoo Art Tattoo Design

Tattoos have always been about being different and sticking out from the crowd. This has lead just about every person seeking to get a tattoo to want to get something different than what others have gotten. Yet paradoxically this search for something unique and different also leads to creating hot trends in tattoo designs. You see for a while it was the tribal arm band tattoo, then it was the lower back tattoo for women. Before that it was the nautical star, the butterfly and on and on. One could go on forever tracing the "hot trends" in tattoo designs. However, when you research tattoo designs trends you begin to discover that they all started out of the desire to be unique and different. One or two people get a tattoo design that at the time is different and ground breaking. Then other people see the tattoo and they want to get one like it. Thus leads to more and more people getting a similar tattoo and leads to a developing trend in tattoo design. It is always fueled by the search for something different. For example the female that first got full sized angel wings tattoos has become famous in tattoo circles. She did this years ago and it was a very unique and original design at the time. However, it fueled a hot trend for angel wing tattoo designs. Now they are pretty common as a tattoo design for women these days.

Thus is kind of like the search for the Holy Grail is it the never ending story or the never ending search for perfection. Everyone is searching for something that is different and unique and yet this leads to people getting what others are and it leads to hot trends in tattoo designs. So how do you differentiate yourself and your tattoo designs from every one else and how do you end up with something that is unique and cool at the same time.

The Artist Within

Well, the way to come up with an award winning really cool tattoo design that is bold, daring and beautiful all at the same time is not easy. It is a creative process that takes a lot of work, thinking, research and time. Don't think that you are going to end up with a really cool and unique tattoo design by going to Yahoo Answers and asking others a question that asks others what you should get tattooed on your body. Unfortunately I see that all the time people that want a tattoo so badly just to have a tattoo and brag to their friends they have a tattoo that they forgo the whole creative process behind creating a design. Instead they just get a design because their friends say it is cool. Worst yet they end up getting a design because someone on line told them it was cool. If you don't believe me just check out any tattoo forum or Yahoo answers and look at all the questions people ask what kind of tattoo should I get here.

Instead a much better way to go about getting a really cool design is to realize that it is a creative process. Creativity and bringing something to life through a creative process is often likened to giving birth. You will sometimes hear artists say they gave birth to a painting. Meaning the creative process of design is not easy and it takes time, sometimes it takes pain and even suffering or frustration to bring a beautiful design or idea to fruition. Tattoos are no different. So if you realize this from the beginning you can relax and take your time finding or creating your tattoo design.

Creating Designs For The Non Drawing Among Us

Well, I can hear many out there right now reading this article saying but I am not an artist. I don't have an artist within and most of all the wall of "I can't draw" is immediately brought up. However, let me tell you a secret, not all artists can draw all that well either. Even more to the point you can still create a really incredible tattoo without ever picking up a pencil. Instead do the thought and processing work behind the design and then have a professional tattoo artist work with you to create the design. What I mean by that is decide what you want the tattoo to represent. What do you want to tattoo to say about you? Once you have decided this you can find some resources of other tattoo designs and tattoo ideas that express these thoughts. Then you go to your tattoo artist and tell them the thought behind the tattoo and what you are trying to express with your design. You then give him or her the resources and let them work on the artwork or design part of it. Thus way you are working together to give birth to the creative process of this tattoo design.

Being Different And Unique

It is not easy to be different and unique and even stand out from the crowd. When all the other girls are getting lower back tattoos and all the guys are getting tribal sleeve tattoos it is hard to get something totally different. It is also hard to spend time thinking about your tattoo design. It is much easier to go with the crowd and get some standard flash that is on the wall in the tattoo shop. However, since you are going to be sporting the tattoo design the rest of your life it pays to be different and do something unique and individual. Take the extra time and truly come up with a design that you love.

Simple Tips to Creating Unique Tattoo Designs

While tattoos may be nothing more than art, finding the right tattoo that is worth of being displayed on your body for the rest of your life can be much more difficult than you may think. A tattoo is a statement of who you are, and it is the ultimate form of self expression so you will want to make sure you find the right unique tattoo designs that are truly an expression of who you are. Choosing the tattoo design is not something that should be handled hastily and it is probably not a decision you will be able to make in a matter of hours. While you could visit your local tattoo artist to browse the ideas they have available, you may not realize that many other sources for tattoo design ideas exist with at least one unique tattoo designs that is an expression of the person you are. Here are some of the most popular resources that can help you choose the right tattoo design that is you.First, consider using free web images to find unique tat designs. One of the lowest quality resources to use in your quest for unique tattoos is to utilize the free designs that can be found on nearly every corner of the web. While you may find some sites that have high res images, this images are accessible by nearly everyone on the planet which makes them hardly unique. Obtaining your tattoo ideas from one of these resources increases your chance of choosing an idea that at least one other person may have chose. Unless you don't mind seeing your idea on at least one other person's body, the free web images is not the best option for you.

Second and equally risky is to choose your tattoo when at the tattoo parlor. Since the design you choose will on your body for the rest of your life, it is not a decision you want to make hastily. When it comes to choosing unique tattoos, you will want to make sure you take the time to search and find the one that is truly you. While this does not mean that you may not find the perfect tattoo design ideas at your local parlor, you will want to make sure your idea is truly unique, and a choice from a book increases the probability that at least one other person will be walking around with the same tattoo you chose.

Third, consider using online tattoo design galleries. Unlike the free tattoo designs, online galleries offer unique tattoo designs that are available for purchase only. With the power of the internet, you can download as many tattoo ideas as you would like giving you the ability to make the decision in the comfort of your own home. These online tattoo galleries also offer access to exclusive tattoo ideas that can't be found anywhere else. You even have the option to use one of the many versions of tattoo software to modify your design even further after you make your purchase. If this is not for you, you can also take the design to your local tattoo parlor and have them make the modifications for you. This can guarantee that you will have a tattoo that is truly you.

Lastly, consider using the experience of a tattoo artist. If you have utilized all the ideas we previously listed and you still have yet to find unique tat designs that are a true expression of you, consider enlisting the help of your tattoo artist. Since tattoo artists are experts at what they do, they will be able to guide you into the perfect tattoo deign that will truly make you happy. Just keep in mind this may be the most expensive option, since it may require more of the artist's time and skills to create a design that is truly you.

Armband Tattoo Designs - How to Choose the Best Armband Tattoo

Arm Tattoo Art Tattoo Design

The use of tattoos has different meanings. Today it is considered a cosmetic fashion for status symbol. It can be mark of status and rank, spiritual devotion, sexual lures and marks of fertility, decorations for bravery, pledges of love, amulets and talismans, protection or marks to distinguish. The symbolism and impact of tattoo varies from place to place and from perception to perception. Today there are different forms of tattoo designs which are inscribed in different places of your body. Of all these the armband tattoo designs are the most popular form of tattoos which people go for with unintended consequences. This is particularly popular among young people and those who love to flaunt their tattoos.

Today tattoo has experienced some kind of resurgence especially in North American, Europe and Japan. The growth of tattoo culture has an influx of new artists into this industry and people want more innovative and unique tattoos for themselves. The armband tattoo designs are inarguably the most popular tattoo designs that people seek. Just look around and you find the them everywhere, the bikers, the CEO's, the young women next door, the old man who is still young at heart, the young school teens and even the wild crowds in the pub. Besides armband there are ankle tattoo designs, wrist tattoo designs which are equivalently popular.

Why are armband tattoos so popular?

For most people the armband tattoo make a great first tattoo before they experiment somewhere else. The other reason for popular of armband tattoos is its variety and versatility. The available designs can make one feel unique and personal. You find a lot of armband tattoo designs which include intricate Organic tribal patters, feather motifs, Celtic knots, Hawaiian theme bands, feminine armband tattoos which include flower with vines which usually encircle the entire arm and others.

How do you choose the armband tattoo design?

Armband tattoo designs are there for all ages and all people. No matter who you are - a college guy, a middle aged office executive or a rock star of your colony or a simple guy who has a fascination for armed tattoo. Here are few tips which you should keep in mind while you find a perfect armband tattoo design for you-

Are you looking for a tattoo design you are infatuated with? Do you wish your tattoo to speak about you personality and other feature? Then you must choose your tattoo very carefully. If you want your tattoo to tell rich stories and meaning of it the search for such armband tattoo like the Celtic tattoos, the Japanese tattoos or like the Cross tattoos properly on the web.

While you go for armband tattoo designs talk to your artist about the variety, size and color combination of your tattoos. Your skin color is very important to match the tattoo colors. Choose the colors which contrast well with your skin.

Do you wish to mix up themes? Then choose two different armbands which make proper armband designs. For instance you can choose Celtic knotting with a tribal horse at the centerpiece which makes a good combination of armband tattoo designing.

Arm Tattoo Art Tattoo Design

Tattoos Online

Tattoos Online
I love my tattoos and, like you, I want them to be the best tattoos ever designed. Just having the confidence to wear my tattoos proud is just enough for me and part of this was because I designed a tattoo online.

Thanks to the internet I was able to design a tattoo online that I still get compliments about. Before you get excited about designing your own tattoo online there are a few things that you have think about before you can get that perfect tattoo.

Tattoos Online

- You want the tattoo to be as unique as possible to have your own flavor so you can't trust free sites that say they have tattoo designs.

- When you search the internet for tattoo sites, try to stay open minded to the possibilities of your designs.

- Make sure they allow YOU to design your own tattoo or mix and match tattoos.

Now whatever your reason is for getting a tattoo you most definitely don't want a tattoo that your regretting and will later try to get removed. I remember my first tattoo when I walked into the tattoo parlor to see that huge tattoo binder filled with beautiful tattoos but they were all ones that people already had. When I asked the tattoo artist if he could make me one I had to set an appointment. I just could not do that so I decided to create my own tattoo online.

Designing my tattoo online was by far the best decision I made because I did not have to rush and the tattoo was perfect for me and best of all I was sure that nobody else had it. When I took my design to my tattoo artist he was surprised to see that I made such a unique tattoo without any artistic ability of any kind. Anybody can design your tattoo online even if you don't have any artistic abilities just add your own flavor and soul to it and you will most definitely love it.