Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Cute Hand Tattoos
This collection of hand tattoos is chalked full of fun, silly and cute artwork ideas for both boys and girls of any age. I imagine you'll take an immediate liking to the little hand goblin, and you would be right for doing so, he's a lot of fun!Hand face tattoo idea.Four leaf clover tattoo on bottom of thumb idea.Cute colorful butterfly design picture.Matching swallow birds.Cute angry panda bear
Hand Tattoos For Girls
As we mentioned before, hand tattoos are often regrettable because they are not easy to disclose when needed, however it does seem like girls hand tattoos in general are much less subtle and perhaps more appealing to people whose fear the wraith of an inked man or woman.Rose hand tattoo with ladybug.Lovely flower on wrist area.Purple and white flower idea.Several stars artwork idea.Picture of
Hand Tattoos
Much like facial tattoos, getting a tattoo on your hand is also a rather daring choice of location which is somewhat difficult to hide for those formal occasions. Perhaps not quite as difficult as covering your face, but still its a pretty risky and often regrettable tattoo area.Checkout these pictures of some real top quality hand artwork ideas below.Owl hand design photo.Engine with wings image
Monday, May 30, 2011
Tribal Sleeve Tattoos
Tribal sleeve tattoos are almost always seen in the form of the classic arcs and curves, which come in all shapes, sizes, widths and lengths, sometimes all of which are connected at some point.These tattoo pictures below are a great collection of high quality tribal sleeve ideas for either girls or guys, however tribal sleeve tattoos in general are much more commonly seen on men.Arcs and curves
Sleeve Tattoos For Girls
Clearly there is not limit in the range of designs a girl can choose from when selecting a sleeve tattoo, however we've determined that the most common sleeve tattoos for women often include flowers, sometimes as the centerpiece or perhaps to complement a larger design.Green vegetation sleeve tattoo idea for women.Large flower and peacock idea.Colorful artwork with four leaf clovers.Nautical star
Quarter Sleeve Tattoos
The quarter sleeve tattoo is a partial design which starts at the top of the shoulder and usually extends to just above the bicep area. And despite these shorter sleeve designs being rather small in size, they really pack a punch, as you can includes several smaller tattoo designs within this compact quarter sleeve.Skull and flowers quarter idea.Aztec inspired quarter tattoo.Voodoo skull and
Tinkerbell Tattoos
Tinkerbell is an iconic cartoon character, first featured in J. M. Barrie's 1904 play entitled Peter and Wendy. The cute mystical fairy has since appeared in several animated feature films and television shows, perhaps best known from Walt Disney's film entitled Peter Pan.Tinkerbell tattoos are beloved by women, and the designs often show Tink brandishing a magic wand or perhaps positioned on a
What is the use of a book, without pictures or conversations?
Popular topic, Alice in Wonderland. This minxy Alice comes from Vince Villalvazo.
Fedor Emilianenkhoot
Reader submission from Justin, by another Justin...Weatherholtz of Kings Avenue Tattoo, NYC.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Dmitri Young Tattoos
Dmitri Young is a professional baseball player, known for his large stature and off the field issues.Dmitri has a few tattoos to speak of, including a city skyline, an ace of spades and a skull and spiderweb, all of which are on his left arm and shoulder area.
Sex Pistols Tattoos
The Sex Pistols are widely regarded as the godfathers of the Punk movement, in the late 1970's.Their short lived career seemed top end as soon as it started, with addiction being the breaking point of the band.Show your support of the historic Punk band by getting a Sex Pistols tattoo, i mean who wouldn't want Johnny Rotten and Sid Vicious tattooed on their bodies for life?
The Hulk Tattoos
The Hulk is an iconic cartoon superhero who has appeared in comic books, television series and several motion pictures. This mean green wreaking machine is known for having a quick temper, which ultimately causes him to transform from ordinary Bruce Banner to a clobbering creature known as The Hulk.Tattoos of this classic character are rather common and portrayed in an array of styles, ranging
Fairy Good!
I love it when I discover new UK talent! In addition to the huge backpiece below, these cartoon pinups were also done by Emma Kierzek.
And now for something a little different....
Not quite 'pin-up', I admit, but the cute expression is rendered so well, I had to include it. By Hector Cedillo.
Bury The Hoot-chet
"heres a pic of a kinda different owl tattoo i did" - you ain't kidding, Mike Adair!
Why So Serious?
Welcome to the Batman Tattoos blog, showcasing the best battoos (sorry) out there. This will just be a minimalist picture blog, like my other blogs www.owltattoos.blogspot.com and www.pinuptattoos.blogspot.com. So enjoy!This first Joker piece was done by Bez, of Triple Six Tattoos.
Call of D-Hooty: Modern Warfare (sorry)
This fantastic 'snow owl' tattooist submission comes from TheJorell, who works at Planet Ink Tattoos in Hiram, GA.
I Should Be In The Kitchen
Another tattooist who has been featured heavily here is Hannah Aitchison. This is one of my favourite Hannah tattoos, which was done on LA Ink. I love the text too!
Red Hot
This simple but very pretty pinup was done by Cara Massacre, whose increasingly impressive work we have seen before.
Bat-Fan submissions
Another roundup of submissions over the past month, or a little longer in one case! I still have more to post, but I may save them for the next roundup. Anyway, on with the bat-toos...Amber sent in the above Mad Love tattoo.Dcota sent in the above JokerA tattooist submission above, from Alfonso Boyano.Above is another tattooist submission, from Justen JonesAnd a third tattooist submission, from
Hoot Wave
This awesome little owl, submitted by Cassidy, was inspired by this very blog! After seeing the tattoo on Rae in this post, Cassidy contacted Rae through me and was given permission to get this owl done. Owl Tattoos FTW! Cassidy's owl was done by Amy Cole from Tigerlilly Tattoo in Portland.
Hoot The Ground Running
Sorry for the lack of posts recently, I've been very busy! Now, on to more important stuff, like the above reader submission from Matt, which was done by Tomas Archuleta of Thick As Thieves Tattoo in Denver!
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Hello Kitty Tattoos
Hello Kitty is that super cute fictional cartoon kitty cat, that originated in Japan by the company "Sanrio", designed by Ikuko Shimizu.Hello Kitty has taken the entire world by storm via, toys, calendars, clothing, lunchboxes, and of course tattoos.That's right, Hello Kitty fanatics are rushing to local tattoo parlors around the globe to profess their love for the cute white kitty, with a tattoo
Anthony Green Head Tattoo
Lead singer of the band Circa Survive, Anthony Green, has a newly revealed head tattoo of the Circa Survive "safe camp" symbol, located on the left side above his ear.
Rib Tattoos
The ribs and side torso area is a rather common location for a tattoo design, perhaps more common among women, and the tattoo often extends below the ribcage in many cases.The type of designs range from anything under the sun, or anything you would have inked elsewhere on the body, however flowers and other vegetation seem to be most popular.Feast your pretty peepers on this picture gallery of
Taz Tattoos
The Tasmanian Devil, or simply Taz, is a wildly popular animated Looney Tunes cartoon character who rose to fame in the early 1990s, known for his slurred speech and aggressively assertive nature, which often resulted in a whirlwind of fury.Taz tattoos are quite common, and designs often portray the character in a state of attack mode, with arms up and teeth showing. See this collection of cool
Lady Luck
Nice reader submission from Erin, done by Tiffany at Planet Ink Studios in Ottawa,Ontario Canada.
Hoot Me With Your Best Shot
Class tattooist submission from Malia Reynolds, who works at Memorial Tattoo in Atlanta, GA.
Hootwire
An Indonesian owl! Sanchia sent this in, 'a magic mini owl, that i designed my self, inspired by one of Camille Rose Garcia's owl'. Done by Naomi of Red 13, Jakarta.
I am the goddamn Batman
Another reader submission, from Zombiefart (?!), at Inkside Tattoos in El Paso TX.
I'm crazy for it!
Ryan sent in the above Batman tattoos, done by Tilo in Clannad Tattoo Studios in Heidenheim Germany.
Wuthering Hoots
A quick reader round-up... Nee sent in this ace owl above, done by Phil Blast of A New Dimension Tattoo in Lake Worth, FL. Owl was done at the Jacksonville (FL) Tattoo Convention in September 2009. This barn owl comes from Quartny. From 'lilpip'. And finally, the above owl comes from Andrew.I always seem to be behind in posting reader and tattooist submissions (I get so many now!). However, if
Friday, May 27, 2011
New Blog Header!
...and its all thanks to this awesome Tim Harris rendition of a classic Gil Elvgren piece.
South Park Tattoos
Much like The Simpsons and Family Guy, South Park is yet another highly popular and often risque cartoon television show that garners a cult like following of both children and adults, for better or worse...Here we see a few pictures of some nice looking South Park inspired tattoos, inked on the bodies of devoted fans.Various arm tattoos with Cartman the gang, plus Terrance and Phillip.Large back
Japanese Sleeve Tattoos
Japanese sleeve tattoos are truly stunning works of art, often containing such designs as dragons, flowers and plant life, fish, animals such as cats and of course the Japanese sword wielding samurai.Enjoy these wonderful pictures of cool Japanese sleeve tattoo ideas below.Flowers, clouds and flames design.Bright and colorful idea with vegetation and sun beams.Flowers and ocean waves idea.Peacock
Snakes in her Mane!
Scarily good, and thoroughly NSFW realistic Medusa, from Dave Newman. Apologies for the awful title punnage.
Hoots On Fire
A quick reader submission round-up coming up...Miles sent in the above, not bad for a first tattoo! done by Ronnie Grizard of Modern Body Tattoos in Sacramento CA.Thank you Kitty!Aaron, sent in the above, saying 'Mine was inspired by Pigwidgeon from "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban". My owl is delivering an envelope from Sirius Black to Harry Potter.' It was done by Zac Vining of
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Sonny Bill Williams Tattoos
Sonny Bill Williams is a famed New Zealand rugby football player of Samoan and European descent.Sonny has a few tattoo designs on his body including, a huge Samoan design which covers virtually his entire right arm and shoulder.He also has a the name "Williams" in large letters across the top of his back, plus another Samoan design on his right calf area.
Lower Back Tattoos
Love them or not, lower back tattoos have officially inked themselves as one of the most popular tattoo requests among women and even some men, but how could this be, the mere idea of these designs have garnered the negative slang stereotype of "tramp stamp", nevertheless these lower back stamps have flourished like a flower in the open sunlight.When its all said and done, the fact remains that
Sleeve Tattoos
Full sleeve tattoos start at the top of the shoulder and stretch down the entire arm to the wrist. And if you fully intend on getting a sleeve tattoo, its absolutely essential to pick out the right tattoo artist for the job, and the best way to evaluate an artist is to view his previous work, so don't be afraid to ask.These sleeve designs below are some real top quality masterpieces, so perhaps
Half Sleeve Tattoos
Half sleeve tattoos generally start at the very top of the shoulder and run down below the bicep, often to the elbow. However some people refer to half sleeves as starting at the elbow and running down to the wrist. Then again, i suppose there is two halves to every arm, so both estimations would be correct.This picture gallery showcases some very beautiful and quite colorful sleeve tattoos which
Forearm Tattoos For Women
Checkout this little picture gallery of excellent forearm tattoo ideas for women, consisting of some very well inked designs ranging in style from cupcakes to nautical stars, which are quite popular among men as well.Unlike their male counterpart, its far less common to see women with sleeve tattoos, however its not complete rare either. Women tend to prefer a single tattoo design on the forearm
Hoot (I really don't like you)
Quick Reader roundup. I finally caught up with all my submissions, some of these came in yesterday. Good job, as I'm going away for a month so if you submit anything don't expect to see it on the blog til January! And just as I became a Blogger 'blog of note' too. I can't believe how much interest this little blog has generated, but I just want to say a big thank you for all the support. Now,
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
X-PAC Tattoo
Sean Michael Waltman, better known as 1-2-3 Kid and X-Pac, is a professional wrestler who has been a part of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW).X-PAC only has one tattoo design which we are aware of, and its a cross on his right shoulder.If you know of anymore tattoos on X-PAC, send them to us.
Evan Rachel Wood Tattoos
Evan Rachel Wood is a lovely young up and coming celebrity actress and singer, probably best known for her role in the movies, Little Secrets and Thirteen.Evan Rachel Wood has four tattoo designs to speak of, including the phrase "All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream" which is just below her neck in the center of her back.She has a heart of vines with a lightning bolt in the
Rainbow Tattoos
Rainbows are said to portray happiness, good luck and new beginnings, as well as being absolutely beautiful in nature.If you enjoy bright joyful colors, getting a rainbow tattoo is the perfect choice of deigns for you.Have a look at these pictures of people with delightful rainbow tattoos.
Crow Tattoos
Crow tattoos are the perfect choice of artwork for somebody who wants a dark themed design. Crows are often associated with the dark and sometimes Gothic community and seen by some as an object that represents death and sorrow.Checkout this great photo gallery of some nice quality crow tattoos.
Simpsons Tattoos
The Simpsons cartoon series is perhaps the single most beloved animated series the world has ever known, or surely one of the top five cartoon creations of all time.The 30 minute program has been airing since 1989, so that's over 20 years of fun loving pranks and situational calamity, that has introduced us to classic characters such as Homer, Bart, Moe, Barney, Krusty the Clown and Ned Flanders,
Lip Tattoos
Sometimes i find it difficult to keep up with all the latest tattoo treads, initiated by cool kids around the world, however lip tattoos are quickly becoming a little too common for their own good.That's right folks, people everywhere are now venturing into the inner fleshy areas, for some undoubtedly painful inner lip ink, which is surely parent approved...The real question is, how long does it
Forearm Sleeve Tattoos
Here we see a beautiful array of forearm sleeve tattoos, showcasing drastically different themed designs which will help you conjure up some ideas for your own personal sleeve tattoo.Selecting each and every small detail that makes up a sleeve tattoo can be quite a prolonged experience, however it helps tremendously if you consult your tattoo artist beforehand, so he or she can help walk you
Family Guy Tattoos
Family Guy has completely taken the world by storm, and with nearly of decade of episodes under their belt, the fun loving and often crude characters that make up this program are poised for another 10 years of highly original reference style comedy.Family Guy has garnered a cult like following of obsessed fans, some of which have ventured into the world of tattoo artwork and now don their
Tweety Bird Tattoos
When i think of classic adorable cartoon characters, the first thing that comes to mind is that feisty little yellow canary, known as Tweety Bird.Tweety is another one of those lovable animated Looney Tunes characters, which stole the hearts of millions, often paired with Sylvester the cat, the duo became comic and entertainment gold.Feast your precious eyes on these adorable Tweety Bird tattoos
Forearm Tattoos For Men
With so many tattoo choices under the sun, it can be difficult deciding which design to pursue. This picture gallery has some great forearm tattoo ideas for men, including skulls, charms and fish.This is just a small taste of ideas to get you started off on the right foot when beginning your quest for the perfect forearm tattoo.Statue of liberty forearm tattoo idea.Four leaf clover ideas.Cross
Forearm Tattoos
The forearm is an excellent location for a number of sleek tattoo designs, including such things as flowers, stars and daggers, often seen running vertically down the forearm to the wrist area.We also see quite a few partial sleeve tattoos which focus on the forearm area and are often called half sleeves, appose to a full sleeve design which begins at the top of the shoulder area.White rose
Lovely, Boyo!
More Old Skool effort from Matt Kolling, but Ay Caramba! (or whatever they say in Wales)
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Star Foot Tattoo Ideas
We recently features some excellent foot tattoo idea for both men and women, now checkout this collection of gorgeous star foot tattoos which are perfect for either gender.Star tattoo are perhaps the most common design in the entire tattoo spectrum, perhaps because they look amazing on any area of the body and blend easily with pretty much any other artwork.Collection of solid and stencil
Scar Tattoos
Scar tattoos or scarification is formed by cutting or branding the skin.Some people choose to get scar tattoos instead of traditional ink tattoos because they are a product of one's own body.Some tribes in Africa believe that producing a scar on a newborn baby will help prevent vision related illnesses in the child.Checkout these scar tattoo photos below.
Joker Tattoos
As you know, the Joker is the leading adversary of the caped crusader known as Batman. And while the majority of fans seem to prefer the hero in this situation, many of us were cheering for the quick witted and often infuriated Joker, as his nightly schemes were inevitably foiled by Bruce Wayne's alter ego.Get a load of these very nicely drawn, past and present representation tattoos of the
Futurama Tattoos
Futurama is a wildly popular animated science fiction cartoon show, which originally aired from 2003 to 2007, and has since maintained a very strong cult like following.Some folks enjoyed these lovable characters such as Fry, Leela, Zoidberg and Bender, so much so they decided to make a lifelong commitment to them, by getting a snazzy Futurama inspired tattoo designs. Checkout these pictures of
Vegas, Baby, Vegas
Just got back from Vegas, so what better way to start back on the blog than with two from one of Vegas' finest, Jime Litwalk, who inexplicably works for Hart & Huntington.
Cappy Christmas!
Joe Capobianco isn't just one of the most well-known pinup tattoo artists, but my personal favourite. So for Christmas, I thought I'd show a few of his early works, to get that festive spirit into you! Happy Christmas!
Kick-Ass(anovski)!
These wonderful women were all done by Marija Asanovski of Sailors Grave Tattoo. Thanks to reader Lars for the hat-tip. I am absolutely in love with the Snow White one, best tattoo I've seen in ages.
Sweet Puddin'
This is a crossover post from another blog, Batman Tattoos, where this Gabe Tucker tattoo is also posted. I think Harley qualifies for pinup status too, no?
Monday, May 23, 2011
Kieron Wraith Tattoos
Kieron Wraith is a successful British male model and personal celebrity trainer.Kieron has many tattoos on his body, covering most of his shoulders and back.Some of his tattoo designs include, extensive Oriental style waves on his shoulders and back, huge black stars on his right and left arm, a lotus flower, butterflies, cherub and cross on his back. Plus a small star behind his right
Garfield Tattoos
If you go wild for that Lagrange loving orange cat known as Garfield, these tattoos my be right for you.What a terrific iconic figure who represents a laid back attitude and mild mannered sense of humor, until he gets mad of course...Checkout these great pictures of some lovable Garfield tattoos.
Foot Tattoos For Women
The foot is a very popular area for women to get a tattoo, often on the top portion or along the side of the foot. This location is beloved for being for perhaps the cutest of all the appendages of the human body.Women seem to prefer tattoo designs which possess extreme beauty with a tough of artsy appeal, and some of the more common tattoos designs include flowers, stars and vines.Checkout these
Foot Tattoos For Men
Its often thought that foot tattoos are solely for women (no pun intended), however many men or taking the plunge and getting tattoos on their feet as well.And while women choose more charming and innocent foot tattoos, men naturally conjure up ideas for more daring foot tattoo designs, like we see in the pictures below.Tribal design photo.Heart and dagger picture with love.Dragon image.The truth
Lady Gaga Hip Tattoo
Wondering about Lady Gaga's lower back and hip tattoo?Lady Gaga has a large tattoo which contains a total of six roses and a lot of vines, the tattoo design starts on her lower back and reaches around her left hip and then goes up her left side.The tattoo was drawn by famous tattoo artist Kat Von D.
Cartoon Turtle Tattoos
Here we have nice picture gallery of some extra beautiful turtle tattoos with a cartoon inspired twist to the artwork.Turtles are often associated with being very sluggish and slothful, however these creatures and the subsequent tattoos represent longevity and wisdom, which is certainly something we can all strive for.Cartoon idea with sleepy eye and flower hat.Tremendous artwork on right
Disney Tattoos
As you know, Walt Disney Pictures has produced some of the greatest works of cartoon cinema the world has ever seen, with classic movies such as Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, Jungle Book, Lion King and the list goes on and on.So its not surprising to see the fans of these heartfelt movies, recreating the characters in the form of tattoo designs, proudly inked on the location of their choice to
Never in d-hoot.
Submission from PJMichelle, done by Mike C at True Blue Tattoos, Austin TX. Tattooist submission from Julia Seizure.
Have A Hoot
Dan sent this submission in - the Kepora Gebora Owl from Zelda, done by Mikey Sarrat at High Noon Tattoo, Pheonix, AZ.
Marvel-lous!
Roger LaDouceur is responsible for this comic book Mystique, would love to see one of the film version!
In The Shadow Of The Sun
Dan Hazelton keeps others in the shade. I love the white highlighting in this.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Debra Wilson Tattoos
Debra Wilson is a talented American comedienne and actress, best known as a long time cast member on the sketch comedy show, MADtv.Debra is virtually completely covered in tattoo designs and is perhaps the most tattooed celebrity in the business.She has two complete sleeves on both her arms containing dozens of tribal designs, along with a large sun on her left shoulder and a beautiful lotus
Alien Tattoos
Checkout this great collection of some quality space alien tattoos. They seem to be quite a popular tattoo design among those who believe in the little green men in flying saucers (UFO).Enjoy this neat picture gallery of Alien tattoo artwork.
Native American Tattoos
Are you looking to get a cool and meaningful tattoo which represents your heritage as a Native American?Checkout this great picture gallery of some nice Native American tattoo designs, for you to choose from. Print them out and take them to your local tattoo shop.
Foot Tattoos Words
Here we have a picture gallery of some beautiful foot tattoo word saying, which have hints of inspirational wisdom and meaningful text, which is perfect for both men and women.Positive inspiration tattoo idea.Think happy thoughts reminder artwork.Beautiful saying tattoo idea on foot.Double word designs on each foot.
Comic Book Tattoos
Whether we are willing to admit it or not, the fact of the matter is, comic books were a prized possession for many youngsters while growing up.The never ending battle of good vs evil, starring such character as the Hulk, Superman, Batman and a few hundred other highly influential heroes and villains from various comic books.Not surprisingly, many of these comic book icons have remained with us
Cartoon Owl Tattoos
Cartoon owl tattoos are often portrayed with exaggerated features, such as their already proportionate eyes, plus they are also often seen with extra colorful coats.Enjoy these beautiful and dare i say cute, owl cartoon tattoo ideas for guys and girls alike.Googly eyes on small branch.Very round and pudgy idea on back.Bright with stars in eyes.Dark themed idea with skull.Sensationally nice
The Dark Ages
The picture quality isn't up to snuff, but I'm too big a fan of Derek Noble's Old School work to not post these...
Going Rogue
Nice comic book chicks from Shane Somers. Vampirella and Rogue respectively, for you non-geeks.
Toth-ally Awesome Reader Submission
One of the best ever reader submissions coming up, a Vargas girl sent in by Lee Ann Toth, done by Jon (Dredd) Kellogg of Crucial Tattoo in Salisbury, Maryland.
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Foot Tattoos
Foot tattoos are very popular and most common among people who wish to have a tattoo design that is easily concealable, and just as easy to showoff with a pair of sandals or even by going barefoot.Foot tattoos are usually seen on women, but not exclusively, and some of the most popular designs include butterflies, flowers and stars.Matching designs.Beautiful flower.Colorful ankle flower.Cute
Face Tattoos For Girls
Believe it or not girls with face tattoos are becoming increasingly popular, which is quite surprising if you ask me.Here we have a small collection of beautiful girls with face tattoos, and if you decide to get a facial tattoo design, think long and hard about all the possible consequences which may follow.Stars on left temple.Danger tiger design.So many stars.Kat Von D photo.Tribal looking
Face Tattoos
With so many areas of the body to choose from, one might wonder why anybody would actually do the unthinkable and get a face tattoo.Different strokes for different folks is what somebody once said, however i think facial tattoo are directly related to lack of adolescent hugs.Mike Tyson tribal famous face tattoo.Man with complete face and neck design.Skull with piercings.Colorful completely
Leg Tattoos
The legs are another extremely popular location for a tattoo design, perhaps even more popular among people who wish to easily conceal their artwork, if need be.As for leg tattoo designs, anything you would have inked on your arm, would look equally as appealing on your leg as well, including sleeve designs, which often begin at the knee, or just below, and extend to just above the ankle.Feast
Chest Tattoos
Chest tattoos are becoming increasingly popular among both men and women alike, and some of the most common tattoo designs we've seen are flowers, hearts, birds and stars among other cosmic artwork.This photo gallery displays some exceptionally nice chest tattoos which might help you decide on a style for your own personal design. Enjoy the pics. roses.Birds and snake.Cross and birds.Dragon
Cartoon Monkey Tattoos
And just when you thought monkey tattoos couldn't get anymore fun-loving and colorful, take a look at this picture collection of joyful little cartoon inspired monkey tattoos.Dream of ice cream and cherry.Stunning 3D artwork with cone and huge glassy eyes.Acting silly with spider, skulls and jack in the box.Great artwork with magical brain power.Funny belly button butt on stomach.
Cartoon Frog Tattoos
Passionate for frogs and looking to step outside of the traditional tattoo artwork idea? Perhaps consider getting a cartoon inspired tattoo!These little slimy creatures are sometimes portrayed with a kings crown or other royal items, plus the classic singing and dancing frog with cane and top hat known as Michigan J. Frog by Merrie Melodies, seems to be a fan favorite.Big blue eyes and small
Cartoon Devil Tattoos
If you are looking for a demonically menacing tattoo with a touch of cartoon animation, perhaps consider getting a cartoon devil tattoo.One of the most popular designs is the cute little devil baby wearing a diaper while brandishing a pitchfork and pointy tail. Checkout those pictures below.Mean looking three eyed creature on neck.Asian themed evil artwork with fangs on back.Cute artwork on right
Good Pin-up Bad Pin-up
I was hoping not to include bad tattoo art in this blog, but this, from Horrible Tattoos was too good to pass up. I particularly like his caption..."Are you sure that my tattoo will look exactly like this one ?""Sure, sure relax..."
Hoot Rod
Julius sent in this excellent submission, can't have been easy to sit through. As he explains, 'this is a tattoo on my ribcage of and illustration of Hegel's quote, "The Owl of Minerva only spread's its wings at dusk". It was done my Bill Keiffer at Eden Tattoo in San Diego.'
Friday, May 20, 2011
Reese Witherspoon Tattoo
Reese Witherspoon is a cute talented celebrity actress, known for plenty of hit movies including, Election and Legally Blonde.Reese has one tattoo and its of a small star, located on her left hip area.
Misfits Tattoos
The Misfits are the legendary punk rock band who pioneered the horror punk sub-genre, blending punk rock music with horror movie themes.The band formed in 1977 and still has a strong "cult" like following to this day.Feast your eyes on these super rad Misfits tattoo pictures.
Praying Hands Tattoos
Praying hands symbolize a sense of devotion and love for our father in heaven, a dedication tattoo which represents our passion and ultimate obedience for the written word of God.Praying hands tattoos are beloved by both men and women, and are often accompanied by a cross, rosary or perhaps a cherished scripture.Checkout this picture galley of a sensationally beautiful variety of praying hands
Chest Tattoo Ideas
Most chest tattoos are quite large in size, so naturally it can be very difficult to decide on such a big design, so perhaps this photo gallery of chest tattoos can help give you a few good ideas and get you started on the right foot.No matter which tattoo design you decide upon, one of the most important steps is finding the best possible tattoo artist, who is capable of providing you with a
Cartoon Character Tattoos
During the course of out childhood, most of us latch onto cartoon characters who we relate to, for whatever reason. Typical favorites include the likes of Batman, Superman and of course the web slinging Spiderman, among countless others.So naturally when we get older, there is still a part of our childhood memories that enjoy these cool cartoon characters, which inspires many people to search out
Butt Tattoos
With so many areas of the human body to get a tattoo, there isn't exactly a shortage of good locations, however many people are choosing their butt as a prime piece of real estate for a tattoo design.Naturally we think girls would be the gender interested in getting a butt tattoo, perhaps for the sex appeal it draws, however we've seen a startling amount of men who are also venturing into the
Cartoon Angel Tattoos
Cartoon tattoos of all types have always been quite popular, and not necessarily just characters from popular television programs, in fact traditional designs are are often requested to have an animated theme, like these cartoon inspired angel tattoos below.Cute angel girl with halo and purple color scheme.Baby angel with name scripts.Anime inspired artwork with large wings and plenty of
May your hell be a green one!
Great reader submission from Zoe, who notes - 'This was an anniversary present from my husband. The basic concept is from Ivy's case file on Batman: Arkham Asylum. Tattoo redesign and inking done by Kaitlin Raymon at Hollywood Rebel Tattoo in Columbia, MO'
The Hoots With The Most
These terrific owls were sent in by Kirstin, and done by Litos from Forbidden Images in Pasco, FL. The latin phrase "Amare et sapere vix deo conceditur" means 'To love and to be wise is too much for even a god'.
A Hyding to Nothing!
Something a bit more traditional, done by Marco Hyder and shamelessly culled from Modblog.
Never trust the old chestnut, "Crooks have beady little eyes". It's false.
If you can look past the cute girl, thats a batman on her leg. Random Flickr pic.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Betty Boop Tattoos
Betty Boob is one of the most iconic animated figures ever created, 1930 was the year animator Grim Natwick first conjured up the magnificent beauty, and her legacy has stood the test of time as she is more popular today, then ever before.As you can imagine, Betty Boop tattoos are extremely popular among fans, who often like to decorated Betty in various outfits, other than her trademark red
Scorpion Tattoos
Scorpions are a delightfully fierce choice of tattoo design, not only in visual appearance, they are also associated with duality and often said to symbolize protection from evil spirits and human beings.Here we have some great photos of scorpion tattoos from you to browse through.
Mickey Mouse Tattoos
Mickey Mouse is the single most recognizable cartoon character ever created, and has become the official icon of the Walt Disney franchise.Many of us have very fond memories of Mickey Mouse and his pals, as we watched his wacky antics unfold on Saturday mornings.As you might expect, Mickey Mouse tattoos are one of the most popular choices of all the animated cartoon characters.Feast your eyes on
Arm Tattoos for Guys
As we've mentioned in the past, arm tattoos are highly popular among both men and women alike, and while the girls often choose a bright and colorful tattoo design, men seem to prefer to keep it simple and commonly black and grey ink only.With so many tattoos to choose from, this picture collection showcases a variety of arm tattoos just for men, including aztec, tribal and animal designs which
Arm Tattoo Ideas For Girls
These arm tattoo pictures below display some excellent ideas for girls searching for quality arm tattoos. As you can see these tattoos below are very colorful and quite vibrant in appearance which seems to be a trend with the ladies.Bold beautiful and flashy is a common style we see with many women who chose arm artwork. Checkout these pictures we have here and perhaps conjure up some good ideas
Arm Tattoos
The arm is perhaps the single most commonly tattooed area of the human body, and a popular new trend is reveling that sleeve tattoos are becoming more requested than ever before, which is great for tattoo shops and often bad for finding a job. Sleeve arm tattoos come in three sizes, which are quarter, half and full.Perhaps if you are new to tattoo artwork, you should should start with something a
On Tenterhoots
Wonderful reader submission from Lily, done by Barb Allen at Inka Tattoo Studiosin Brighton, UK.
Tamara Never Dies pt 2
Another tattoo that has that Lempicka inspired art deco style...done by aaron 15.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Bee Tattoos
Bees are perhaps the most common of all insect tattoo designs, and for good reason, apart from being wonderfully colorful and eye catching, they also symbolize diligence, and a respect for social order.Bees have also been associated with the soul, peace and protection from evil.Browse these cool photos of bee tattoos below, and maybe you will find one to "bee" of interest to you.
Care Bear Tattoos
As you may remember, Care Bears are those exceptionally adorable, fun loving cartoon characters that were originally created for use on greeting cards, but later went on to become a television and film series, which captured the hearts of millions.Each Care Bear is a different color and has a special logo on its belly that represents its power and personality. And for whatever reason, the grumpy
Big Show Tattoos
Paul Donald Wight, Jr is a professional wrestler and actor who is best known by his nickname "The Big Show".Big Show has four visible tattoos which we have spotted, including a Bengal tiger on his right shoulder and a lion his left shoulder.He also has a couple of tattoos on his legs.
Dog Tattoos
Dog tattoos are becoming one of the fastest growing types of tattoo designs in the market today, and there is no wondering why, i mean who wouldn't want they're favorite four legged friend tattooed on them for life.Checkout this picture gallery of some great dog tattoo ideas.
Sacred Heart of Jesus Tattoos
Here we have some extremely beautiful Sacred Heart tattoos for you to choose from.The Sacred Heart, also known as Sacred Heart of Jesus is perhaps the most famous religious devotions to Jesus Christ and the representation of His divine love for Humanity.Enjoy this photo gallery of some very meaningful tattoos of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Ankle Tattoo Ideas For Men
Men who are looking for an ankle tattoo are often searching for something very bold and manly to add some flare to they're ankle, some cool manly tattoos which are common include sports team logos, flames and the less common but super awesome 3d robotic muscle design. Feast your peepers on this little picture gallery of rad ankle tattoos.
Ankle Tattoos For Girls
While searching for an ankle tattoo, many girls have their mind set on finding some beautiful, cute and sexy all wrapped into one fabulous tattoo design. Some of the best looking ankle tattoos for girls would have to be the flowery and very colorful artsy pieces that place just below or slightly above the ankle. Plus doves and hearts are very lovely choices as well.
Angel Wings Tattoos
One of the latest trends that seems to be taking the body art world by storm is angel wing tattoos, placed appropriately on the back which creates a stunningly realistic looking masterpiece.These angel wing tattoos come in all shapes, sizes and styles, some very cute and small, while other designs cover virtually the entire back of an individual.And if you plan on tattooing a larger pair of angel
Ankle Tattoos For Moms
Chances are if your a mom looking to get an ankle tattoo, you probably want something small, very cute and meaningful. Perhaps some of the most common ankle tattoo for moms are hearts, butterflies and the initials of a child or the whole family even. Try to gathers some ideas from the pictures below.
Ankle Bracelet Tattoos
This is an outstandingly beautiful collection of religious rosary ankle bracelet tattoos which offer a nice hanging effect which really brings the tattoo design to life. These ankle tattoos are excellent for both men and women, plus they are commonly seen in simple black and grey ink.
Ankle Tattoos
Ankle tattoos are often thought of as a feminine location for a tattoo designs and while more girls choose this are, its not exclusively for the ladies. In fact many men choose to get ankle tattoos of very mainly designs such as barbwire, tribal bands and various other objects or creatures.
Yellow Fever
Reader Submission! Tina Hope sent this classic pinup in yellow, done by Gary in Illustrated Man, Sydney, Australia.
Hoot For The Moon
Quick submission roundup... Joe sent in the above, done by Alex at Old Skool Tattoos, New Bern, NC.Krystal's owl above was done by done by Jae Audette of Flying Tiger Tattoo in New Britian, CT Artist submission from Endjiss. And finally, an in progress Barn Owl from Peter, done by Lutz Lehmann
Vamp Collector
Paul Acker's realistic vampires are a touch good, no? Wonderful use of colour, although I suppose I'm straining to call them pin-ups, perhaps.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Cardinal Tattoos
Here we have a delightful collection of beautiful cardinal tattoos.We even threw in a St.Louis Cardinals tattoo of the Major League baseball team, just in case that's what you were looking for.Enjoy these cardinal tattoo pictures.
Michelle Williams Tattoos
Michelle Williams is a lovely American actress who is best known for her role in the television series Dawson's Creek.Michelle has two visible tattoos, one being a design on her lower back which is difficult to see clearly, and she also has three birds/bats on her right ankle.Checkout the tattoo pictures below.
Chest Tattoos For Women
When it comes to chest tattoos, women seem to enjoy very cute and colorful artwork such as birds, flowers, hearts, bows and other related designs, however not exclusively. In fact we've seen many women with vicious designs such as skulls, demons and other morbid creatures as well.Have a spin through this picture gallery of chest tattoo ideas for women and you might be pleasantly surprised when
Felix The Cat Tattoos
Felix The Cat is one of the most legendary and perhaps most underrated cartoon characters of all time.Felix The Cat was one of the original iconic creations, along with mickey mouse, donald duck and bugs bunny, but he is often overlooked and even forgotten among today's youth.But to those who remember his greatness, this tattoo gallery is for you.
Ghostbusters Tattoos
Getting a memorable logo or icon of a classic movie or television show is becoming a very popular choice of tattoo.And what better choice of logo than the legendary famous anti ghost image of the Ghostbusters.Feast your eyes on these super cool Ghostbusters tattoos below.
Bugs Bunny Tattoos
Bugs Bunny is an iconic cartoon character who has been providing joy and laughter since 1940 and still going strong, featured in the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series.Not surprisingly, Bugs Bunny tattoos are wildly popular, often portrayed with Bugs wearing a costume of sorts or perhaps simply his bare grey and white coat.Bugs Bunny tattoo on calf.Top hat and cane idea.Cute design on left
Bart Simpson Tattoos
Bart Simpson is a legendary cartoon character who is beloved by many generations, for his classic one liners and the trouble that ensues his every move.Bart Simpson tattoos are more popular than you might think, and recipients of this artwork widely ranges in both age and gender. Checkout these cool tattoos below.Big smile on lower leg.Butt in mirror.Funny bellybutton idea.
Animated Tattoos
Animated tattoos are often reminiscent of our favorite Saturday morning cartoon shows, or perhaps for this generation, the everyday cartoon programs.And while animated tattoos are often representations of iconic characters, many people like to add a unique and clever animated twist to their non-cartoon artwork as well. Which we've highlighted before on this blog. See the pictures below for some
Beady Ess Em
Such a fantastic tattoo, by Galen McHatton, although its fair to say a touch unconventional too.
I know why you're afraid to go out at night... The Batman
Lastly for today, a tattooist submission from Isaiah Espinosa.
Let's wind the clocks back a year. These cops and lawyers wouldn't dare cross any of you. I mean, what happened? Did, did your balls drop off?
Stephanie from Sacramento submitted the wonderful Joker portrait above, done by James Moral.
One day, there will be no pain, no loss, no crime. Because of me, because I fight.
Dario from Italy sent in this Batman, pretty good!
You're playin' solitaire now-- not hearts!
Some awesome reader submissions that have been a bit neglected recently, starting with John's Harley Quinn, done by Yurgo at Explicit Tattoos in Suffern, NY
Pirates Life for Me!
The above is a superb reader submission, sent in by Jen and done by Tim Harris, Hope Gallery Tattoo in New Haven, CT.
Hoot of Sight
Tattoist owl-verload, sent in by Adam Kamphaus of Halfway to Hell Tattoo in LaSalle, IL.
Hoot Cross Bun
One of the best ever reader submissions next I think, from Joy, done by Dean Williams at Elm Street Tattoo in Dallas, TX.
Wherever I lay my hoot
Another reader submission (I'm catching up, I'm now at the one submitted at the start of July!?!) from Andrew this time.
Hip Hip Hootay
Reader submission from 'Harsh', from Kazan in Russia, done by his friend 'Leprechaun'. We're certainly not in Kansas anymore...
Like a Virgin!
Sorry for all the music references. Very 80s, and very gay. Perhaps my unconscious is trying to tell me something. Anyway, this Mary was done by Kristel.
Day Of The Dead Good
Something a bit more striking from Ed Perdomo this time. A frightening and frighteningly good zombie geisha.
I'm in the Army now, woo-oo!
Another Tony Ciavarro pinup, an army tattooist girl. Which is kind of ironic, given that the army are trying to purge tattooed soldiers from their ranks.
The Magic of Colour!
Returning to colour tattoos, the uninspiringly named James Tattoo with a particularly inspired motorsport piece
Perky Plumage
Classic old school, wonderfully crisp, from a new tattooist to the blog, Shakey Pete. You can also find an excellent owl he did on Owl Tattoos.
Monday, May 16, 2011
Indianapolis Colts Tattoos
Are you a wild a crazy fan of the >Indianapolis Colts football team?Wild and crazy enough to show your support, with a tattoo?Checkout this picture gallery of some great loyal fans and their tattoo designs, dedicated to the marvelous NFL football team, Indianapolis Colts.I'm still searching for the fan with a Peyton Manning tattoo, could it be you?
Beatles Tattoos
What better way to show your support and respect for the greatest rock and roll band ever, than getting a tattoo of them.Checkout this super cool photo gallery of Beatles tattoos.
Bruce Willis Tattoos
Bruce Willis is a great legendary film actor who is best known for his role in several action movies including the Die Hard series.Bruce has three warring arch angels with swords drawn, tattooed on his chest and left shoulder, along with a large dragon tattoo on his right shoulder.In the role of John McClane, he is seen with a skull wearing a top hat on his left tricep, however this tattoo design
Joel Zumaya Tattoos
Joel Zumaya is a professional Major League Baseball pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, known for his 100MPH fastball and wild, yet effective pitching style.Joel Zumaya has a large ring of flames tattooed on his left wrist and forearm area, plus a big cross tattoo with his last name "Zumaya" in the center.
Yin Yang Tattoos
Chinese philosophy describes yin yang as how polar or seemingly contrary forces are interconnected and interdependent in the natural world, such as dark and light, cold and hot, female and male. These photos showcase the true beauty and balance of yin yang tattoos.Yin yang tattoo design, one on each wrist.Tribal yin yang tattoo design on back left shoulder.
Car Tattoos
Car tattoos symbolize adventure, excitement and a passion for the roadway, and for the serious car enthusiasts it can represent a way living.The most common tattoo designs feature classic, vintage and fully loaded souped-up automobiles fit for a convention, these masterpieces are sometimes accompanied by flames, dice, skulls, eight balls and various other related objects or perhaps any design
Butterfly Tattoos
It really goes without saying, butterfly tattoos are simply one of the most sensationally beautiful designs imaginable, plus they are perhaps the single most requested tattoo design among woman, and men with softer sides.And with nearly 30,000 known species of these feather weight flying portraits cascading around, providing real life artwork to nature, choosing the best color scheme can take
Cherry Deadly
Happy New Year! To start 2009 off here is an awesome pinup from New-Skool master Leah Moule.
Simply the Jesso!
A wicked tattoist submission, all the above come from the quite awesome Jesso Lange!
Kat Power
Kat Von D might get a lot of criticism in the tattoo world, but some of her portraits are still phenomenal. These are two of my favourites of hers, Sharon Tate and Eliza Dushku respectively.
We have a Vinall!
A nice collection of new school pinups from Steve Vinall, with a touch of the Corpse Bride about them?
Oh, my aching sides
Alessandro Mayer, culled from ModBlog. Not the greatest tattoo, but worth it for the 'ugh' factor.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
New England Patriots Tattoos
Here we have a cool collection of some extremely loyal NFL football fans of the New England PatriotsSome pretty cool looking pats tattoos here, sans the second one.Would you get a tattoo of your favorite sports team?
Elijah Wood Tattoo
Elijah Wood is a great Hollywood celebrity actor, best known for his role as Frodo Baggins in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy.Elijah has a single tattoo design which is located on his abdomen, its an elvish design meaning "The Nine".Him and eight other actors who participated in the Lord of the Rings, all share this same tattoo, on different areas of the body. Checkout the pictures
Rumer Willis Tattoos
Rumer Willis is a lovely young celebrity actress, however she is best known as the eldest daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis.Rumer Willis has a handful of tattoo designs, she has a blue swallow on her right shoulder and a small star on her left hand,She also has a saying tattooed on her right ribcage which reads "be present", plus a tiny rosary on her left hand ring finger, and a small
Eagle Tattoos
Eagle tattoos are a fantastic choice for representing your patriotism in the united states, and they are often accompanied by a USA flag of sorts.Checkout this cool photo gallery of some great eagle tattoos. You may just find the one that matches you best.
Dallas Cowboys Tattoos
Here we have a great gallery of some really cool tattoos of the NFL team, Dallas Cowboys, also known as Americas football team.What better way to show your support for the Dallas Cowboys, than getting a awesome tattoo of your favorite team.Checkout these pics of some nice Dallas Cowboys tattoo designs.
Tim Armstrong Head Tattoo
Tim Armstrong is the lead singer of the punk band Rancid, and the tattoo on his head contains a rose, skulls, eyes and other creatures all of which are centered around a large spiderweb.
Chest Tattoos For Men
When it comes to chest tattoos for men, there is simply to boundaries to what you might see, ranging from fun loving cartoon inspired artwork to big manly tribal tattoos. Another popular chest tattoo for men is the scared heart of Jesus, which includes flames, thorns and a heart centerpiece.Give this picture collection a whirl and maybe you can discover that sensationally perfect chest tattoo
Angel Tattoos
Other than cross designs and portraits of Jesus Christ, angel tattoos are the single most popular spiritually inspired works of art around. And these beautiful angel tattoos are depicted in many different fashions, including fierce warriors brandishing swords, peacefully praying and various other styles like baby cherubs and even cute cartoon inspired tattoos.No matter the style, its hard to go
Parachoot
Sorry, I've been getting well behind with posts, I'll make a concerted effort to catch up with reader submissions asap. However, the oldest unposted submission is one of the best, sent in by Dan of his fiance Amorrina's day of the dead owl tattoo done Ace at Chill Mode in San Jose, Ca.
How many Jokers does it take to screw in a lightbulb? Wouldn't know. They're to busy loosening BATMAN'S SCREWS!
Katy submitted the Joker above, inspired by the Animated Series. The design was by Charles Holbert Jr, the ink by Elf at Immortal Images in Charlotte, NC.
The Hoots of Abraham
Quick reader update for today, getting through the backlog of emails. If your owl is yet to be posted, bare with me, it's coming soon!Jessica sent in the above owl, done at Absolute Tattoo, Australia.Sati submitted the above owl...and the last owl of the day comes from Dana.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Kimberly Wyatt Tattoos
Kimberly Wyatt is an American dancer and recording artist, best knwon for being a member of the all girls pop group, the Pussycat Dolls.Kimberly Wyatt has a couple of tattoo designs, including a small gecko lizard on the lower left portion of her abdomen.She also has a long Sanskrit tattoo on her back, which reads May all beings everywhere be happy and free and may the thoughts, words and actions
Celtic Cross Tattoos
Celtic cross tattoo designs are perfect for those who wish to represent they're Celtic heritage and the six Celtic nations, including Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall and the Isle of Man. The cross can also be a strong message of you're religious faith.
Tiger Tattoos
The Tiger is an excellent choice of animal tattoo, as they possess the perfect combination of both fierce and beautiful qualities, all wrapped into one amazing creature.In many Asian countries, the tiger is thought to be a symbol of power and might, much like the Lion, in the Middle East and Europe.Feast your eyes on these cool photos of some great Tiger tattoos, for you to browse through and
Adrian Young Tattoos
Adrian Young is the playful and wacky drummer of the rock/ska band, No Doubt.Adrian has a couple of tattoo designs which we are aware of, including a tattoo of the "No Doubt" logo on his upper right thigh.He also has a star tattooed on the inner portion of his left right.
Kari Wuhrer Tattoos
Kari Wuhrer is a lovely American actress who has starred in dozens of movies, as well as television shows, best know for her role in the series, Sliders.Kari Wuhrer has two tattoo designs on her body, including the name of her ex husband on her left ankle and a peacock feather on her back.She has since had both tattoos removed and was quoted as saying "The 80’s are over, man!".
Dolphin Tattoos
Dolphin tattoos are a great unique choice of design. The dolphin is a wonderful creature that is widely considered to be one of the most intelligent creatures in the world.Dolphins tattoos are commonly very bright and vibrant and contain light shades of blues, greys and green. And they also symbolize a persons love for the ocean and water in general.Enjoy these delight Dolphin tattoo pictures.
Head Tattoos
Here we have an interesting photo gallery of various head tattoos from around the globe.Call them creative, call them funny or just plain ugly, whichever it may be they are certainly a daring choice of tattoo artwork.Feast your eyes on some freaky head tattoos.
Tongue Tattoos
You would be hard pressed to find an area on the human body that someone isn't willing to get tattooed.And that brings us to this delightfully painful looking photo gallery of tongue tattoos...yeah you heard right, tattoos on peoples tongues!
Zombie Tattoos
Lets face it people, zombies are freaking awesome!So if you are already planning on getting a cool tattoo, why not choose a zombie?Have a look at this photo gallery of great quality zombie tattoos and perhaps it will help you find a design that fits your style of zombie, then simply print it out and take it to your local tattoo artist.Enjoy the photos, but i must warn you, they do bite...Lion
Butt Cheek Buddy
If you have a really close buddy and you want to display your friendship toward him, just take him out to dinner or by him a football...But whatever you do...Don't get his face tattooed on your butt cheek!How will he ever explain this to his future wife and kids...Awkward!
Chuck Zito Tattoos
Chuck Zito is an actor, amateur boxer and martial artist, who has also worked as a celebrity bodyguard and stuntman. He was also the former president of the New York chapter of Hells Angels.Chuck Zito has a tattoo on his left forearm that reads "Bad Boy" with a pair of boxing gloves.On his chest is a tattoo of the winged skull of the Hells Angels, with the words "New York City".
Michelle Bombshell McGee Head Tattoo
You might remember Michelle Bombshell McGee as the chick completely covered in tattoo artwork who carried a behind the scenes relationship with Jesse James.One of Michelle Bombshell McGee's many tattoos include a tow word phrase across her forehead. What do the words say? You guess is as good as mine.
Funny Belly Button Tattoos
I imagine that almost everyone on the internet has seen these classic funny/nasty belly button "butt" tattoos.But if for some reason you haven't seen them already, or perhaps you just can't get enough of them, enjoy these ugly cat, monkey and Bart Simpson belly button tattoo photos.
Vampire Tattoos
Checkout this blood sucking good photo gallery of some really great and scary vampire tattoos for you to feast on.Perhaps you will find a vampire tattoo design you like, print it, and then show it to your tattoo artist.Enjoy these vampire tattoos below.
Biomechanical Tattoos
Biomechanical tattoos are sensationally complex and highly detailed designs that present the internal human body as a mechanical structure, made up of a metal skeleton along with titanium tendons and all the other elements that make of the human body.Biomechanical tattoos also commonly contain other elements besides metal, such as wires, fish scales, microchips and other similar compounds that
Ant Tattoos
You name the design and by golly you better believe that somebody has gotten it tattooed on their body, even those little six legged social insects known as ants.And despite there small size, ant tattoos aren't always portrayed as small creatures, in fact we've seen plenty of giant designs requested by admirers of the tiny creepy crawlies. However small groups of ant tattoos are also very
Pat Van Den Hoot
We still have international appeal! Laurens of the Netherlands sent in this awesome black and grey piece.
I Hoot Myself Today
Fellow brit Duke (or Emma!) sent in this fellow, done by Antony Flemming at World of Tattoos, UK.
Hoot Shot JR
Have been a bit lax with recent posts, as a result I have a raft of reader submissions, starting with this owl from Alli, her first tattoo. I say, start as you mean to go on!
Flare Rib
Marilyn sent in this excellent submission, a Gil Elvgren piece by Jose Lopez at Lowrider Tattoo in Fountain Valley.
Care for a blow dry?
Wow, Mark Dupp! My hairdresser is a 60 year old geezer with whooping cough. Sigh.
Batter Up!
This tattoo by Robert Hixon is about the only thing that could get me even slightly interested in baseball.
Haven't I Seen You Before?
This Elvgren interpretation done by Aaron Bell. See about five posts back for Mike De Vries version of the same woman.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Rolling Stones Tattoos
Here we have a cool collection of tattoos from the legendary English rock n roll band, The Rolling Stones.Checkout these tattoo photos of their trademark "tongue" logo.
Green Day Tattoos
Checkout this super cool collection of various tattoos of the punk band Green Day, inked on their loyal fans.Group tattoos and other symbols that represent Green Day throughout the years.Billie Joe Armstrong Tattoo.
Knuckle Tattoos
Knuckle tattoos were once only common among bikers and gangsters but as the times turn more and more people are choosing more and more visible tattoo choices.Checkout this great picture gallery of knuckle tattoos.Nintendo Knuckle tattoo
Guitar Tattoos
Guitar tattoos are the perfect choice of design for anyone who is a musician, in a band or just a fan of music in general.Guitars symbolize rebellion, thus making them a great piece of artwork for those who live life against the grain.Enjoy this picture gallery of some top notch Guitar tattoos.
Sunflower Tattoos
Sunflower tattoo designs are a magnificent and vibrant choice of artwork which is perfect for both men and women who enjoy the natural beauty of a sunflower.Feast you eyes on the great quality sunflower tattoo pictures below.
Heart Tattoos
Heart tattoos are beloved and admired by both men and women alike, for there exquisite beauty, romantic appearance and vitally sacred history, all mixed together with the overall representation of love and life, makes the heart one of the most desirable tattoos in the book.Heart tattoos look exceptionally lovely by themselves, however it quite common to see these designs combined with elements
Rob Zombie Tattoos
Rob Zombie is the freaky heavy metal musician, film director, screenwriter and film producer, known for his fascination with the dark realm of culture.Rob Zombie has several tattoos, mostly of devils, demons, skulls and other morbid creatures.
Cherry Tattoos
Cherry tattoo designs are extremely popular among women and are often very small in size. Cherry tattoos also possess a certain sexy seductive like quality, as they are very pleasant to the eye.
Lily Flower Tattoos
Lily Flower Tattoos designs are a lovely and elegant choice of artwork for both men and women alike.Lily tattoos range in style color and size, largely due to the fact that there are 110 different species of flower in the lily family. Peace lily and tiger lily flowers are among the most common.Enjoy this pleasant photo gallery of some nice lily tattoos.
Turtle Tattoos
Turtle tattoos are portrayed in a wide variety of designs, the cartoon inspired artwork seems to be a fan favorite, along with the ever so popular tribal style, however my personal favorite is the traditional turtle portrait, which is sometimes accompanied by water, flowers and other vegetation.As for the symbolization of turtle tattoos, these beautiful creatures are said to represent knowledge,
Gorilla Tattoos
The gorilla is an amazingly beautiful creature which is sometimes labeled as the gentle giant, however these big furry goblins are known to have a mean streak as well.Gorilla tattoos are said to represent both strength and intelligence, while showcasing the animal inside all of us. And as can see from the tattoo pictures below, popular locations for these designs include the arm, the upper
Ram Tattoos
Ram tattoos are nothing short of amazing, with their stern faces and curled horns, these animals are a sheer image of strength, power and determination, which is what they are said to symbolize.Ram tattoos are excellent for anyone who enjoys their presence, however these designs are more common among people with the zodiac sign of aries, which is represented by the ram. These people are born
Lion Tattoos
Looking for a sensationally beautiful, fierce and breathtaking tattoo? Well if your in the market for an animal tattoo, i can't imagine any design more bold and beautiful as a big burly lion.And if you decide to get a lion masterpiece, its worth noting that the standalone lion heads are perhaps the most commonly seen design, appose to the full body and tail, which is also quite stunning.Common
Starsky & Hootch
Anne sent in these owls, that 'my bff and I got from Joshua Couchenour of Bethesda Tattoo Company in Maryland'. I'm thinking the other one is Paris Hilton.
I don't give a Hoot!
Jessica sent in the above, done by Hollywood (Hector) from Chico's marked 4 life in Miami, Fl.
I'm just ahead of the curve.
This is a tattooist submission, from Joe LaRocca, of Burning Monk Tattoo in Toms River NJ.
My world is all just shades of grey, Batman. That's why you'll never really understand me.
Julie submitted this awesome Catwoman. Miaow!
You see, their morals, their code, it's a bad joke.
This Joker tattoo was submitted by Ivy, done by Robby Welke from Berlin, Germany at the Frankfurt convention 2009.
It's Another Sign!
This drippy bat logo was submitted by Nick, done by Matt Simmons at Sacred heart in Lincoln, Nebraska
Classic FM
Alex De Pase, portrait artist extraordinaire, does an Elvgren pinup. Not the best thing he's done, but still pretty amazing. Nope she's not getting a thrill off that radio!
It's a Sign!
Brazillian inker Alan Barbosa sent in a couple of neat Batman logos he did, working at RITUAL INK BODYART, Milford CT.
Miro-culous!
Bjorn sent in this great recreation of a Loish (Lois van Baarle) pinup, done by Miro at Skinlab Tattoo, Prague.
Thigh, Robots
Awesome reader submission here from Gareth, whose sci-fi themed sleeves were done by Mo Coppoletta of the Family Business in Laaaaaaahdan.
Hootel New Hampshire
A quick reader roundup - I'm almost catching up with submissions! woo! William submitted the above, the artist is Pat Brabham from Perkins Road Parlour in Baton Rouge, La. Ryan's owl was done by Ron @ Lone Wolf Tattoo in Bellmore, NY Hilary + owl chestpiece, by Travis White in Albany, GA.
Red Hoot and Blue
Tattoist Shawn Hebrank sent in a couple more beauties, above. These are from the Minneapolis Tattoo Convention.Incidentally, I've started to tag the notable tattooist posts, so by clicking on Shawn's name below, you get the full list of all of his owls. Which is nice.
Afraid of Hoots
Jessica sent in this cute little dude, done by G Munky of InkSpot Tattoo in Marksville, Louisiana.
Dead Sexy
I love this Zombie Marilyn Monroe, done by Jason Butcher. Marilyn is probably one of the most popular icons for pinup tattoos, even entering the world of celebrity, on Megan Fox(y), below. Although for some reason she didn't go for the zombie option.
Mmm, niffy!
This is a great tattoo, but I suppose If I had to have one of Jem, I'd have a random set of buttocks farting in her face too. Good work Steve Monie!
Bat Tattoos
Bats and bat tattoos are often associated with a dark and sinister history, and seeing how the go hand in hand with vampires, i can see why this is widely believed to be the case.However, the Chinese culture feels quite the reverse on this notion, and they consider the bat to be a symbol of good luck, longevity and and fulfillment.Bat tattoo designs are often coupled with a dark Gothic scene of
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Frog Tattoos
Frogs are quickly gaining popularity in the world of tattoo designs, and why not? Frog are often thought to symbolize harmony, life and rejuvenation, in fact the ancient Egyptians saw the frog as a protector and guide to the afterlife.Here we have some cool examples of frog tattoos, for you to browse though and enjoy.
Boston Red Sox Tattoos
Are you a die hard fan of the great major league team, Boston Red Sox?What better way to show your support and dedication to the franchise, than getting a lifelong tattoo?Have a look at these pictures of loyal fans and the Boston Red Sox tattoo designs they represent.
Britney Spears Hip Tattoos
Former pop princess knows a thing or two about tattoos, seeing how she currently has a half dozen or so tattoo designs.Britney Spears has two hip tattoos, one being a cross and the other is a Chinese symbol. The translation is not clear. Checkout these Britney Spears hip tattoo pictures.
Flower Tattoos
Not surprisingly, flower tattoos are one of the single most sought after designs in the entire spectrum of body artwork, and with so many beautiful and colorful flower species to choose from, it can sometimes be difficult deciding on a single flower, and that's why many people are choosing bouquet designs instead.Scan through this lovely collection of sensational tattoo ideas for both men and
Gun Tattoos
Gun tattoos are commonly seen as a symbol of toughness and strength which gives a person a sense of security and protection.Gun tattoos are often seen on men but many women also enjoy this rugged artwork design.Checkout these cool pictures of some great gun tattoos and perhaps they will assist you in you're search for the perfect design.
Lotus Tattoos
The lotus flower is perhaps the most beautiful and electric of any flower, in fact Eastern countries value the lotus like the west cherish roses.Its hard to go wrong when choosing a lotus tattoo design, maybe the hardest decision is deciding on which color to choose, the most popular are the red, pink and blue lotus.Checkout these cool lotus tattoo photos below and help make you choice easier.
Rose Tattoos
Rose tattoos are often thought of as passionate and rather emotional symbols of love, which is perhaps the reason why rose tattoos are so popular and commonly seen on the body's of women.The red rose is without a doubt the most commonly seen color, but blue and white have seen a steady increase in recent years.Checkout these pretty rose tattoo pictures.
Alligator Tattoos
Out of all the animal tattoos we see on a regular basis, i think its safe to say that alligator tattoos are one of the least common designs in the animal spectrum.And while alligator's are considered to be ugly beastly prehistoric bone crushers by many, every animal has its own special element of beauty, and technically beauty is in the eye of the beholder.If you are in search of some alligator
Bettie Page RIP
It's a sad day in Pin-up Land, as the queen of them all, Bettie Page, passed away today. Lets celebrate her by reminding ourselves of the times she's already been in the blog, and have one more for the road, by Marc Vienneau.EDIT: Needled have a great tribute, with a link to Inked's gallery of Bettie tattoos.
Pressure Hooker
From sketch to the finished product from Joe Capobianco. By the way, his awesome new sketchbook can be previewed here...http://www.joecapobianco.com/news3383.html
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Johnny Winter Tattoos
Johnny Winter is a long time American blues guitarist, singer and producer, who was ranked number 74 on Rolling Stone magazine list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time".Johnny has an extensive amount of tattoos, mainly on his arms and shoulders, containing several stars, planets, dragons and many other tattoo designs.
Native American Indian Tattoos
American Indian tattoos are common among people with full to minute amounts of Indian heritage. These tattoos often include numerous items which symbolize the culture, including the likes of feathers, animal skins, animals, dream catchers and perhaps most commonly, one of countless famous Indian chiefs.So whether you have a personal connection to the historic heritage or simply enjoy the culture
Pig Out!
I thought Cornfed's best work was in Duckman, but since that got cancelled he's obviously sidelining in a bit of inkslinging.
Si!
And just to get something slightly classier at the top of the blog, this gorgeous senorita was done by Ben Grillo.
Nipped In The Bud!
I took this from Roman's myspace, hence the lack of uncovered nipple. Great work though!
Underrrrr the seaaaaaaaaa!
This blog needs more Valerie Vargas, her stuff is incredible. I love this old skool mermaid.
Check Out My Post
To be honest, most of the tattoos uploaded to Check Out My Ink are, to put it mildly, shit. But I had a look through the pinup category and picked out a selection of the best....I'm a huge fan of the second pic, wonder who that's by?
The Men Who Stare At Hoots
This submission comes from Alyssa, and it's actually a nice cover-up of a shooting star. Done by Ben from Redemption Tattoo in Cambridge Massachusetts.
Bound To Please
Love this Tim Orth tattoo, although I bet this guy gets some funny looks on the beach.
We got Needled!
Warning - one pic nsfw, perhaps nsf anything.Ha! We got featured on Needled's blog here, thanks Marissa! As a result, now I have tattoo artists sending me their pinups! Larry Brogan of Tattoo City SkinArt sent me a shitload, so I've posted the best above, along with a wicked painting he did. I recommend you visit his site though, for the whole enchillada.
The Man Hoot Fell To Earth
The above owl comes courtesy* of TattoosDay. Their full post can be found here.Well, I stole it. But, still...
The Beautiful and The Damned
Nice 20s style pinup from Jason Butcher, looks like it was ripped from an F Scott Fitgerald cover.
Cartoon Tattoos
Watching cartoons as a youth is one thing almost everyone has in common, whether you are a world leader or the guy who runs the corner store, cartoons are the one thing which unites us.Everyone has their favorites, like the classic Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky The Pig, and then you have the newer stuff like, Sponge Bob Square Pants, Family Guy and Futurama.These cartoons have a lasting
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Pharrell Williams Tattoos
Pharrell Williams American recording artist, producer, musician and fashion designer.Pharrell has many tattoos to speak of, including several angel designs, on his neck, forearms, and shoulders.He recently was quoted as saying he's "a grown man" and it's time to have some of his tattoos removed.
Horse Tattoos
Horses are widely considered to be one of the most breathtakingly stunning animals on the planet, whether its their beautiful muscular bodies, their flawlessly sleek coats or perhaps for their centuries of dedication as living breathing taxicabs.Horse tattoos are high on the list for most popular animal tattoos, and these designs range from large extensive back piece artwork to small solo head
Bull Tattoos
Bull tattoos are very beautiful and often portrayed as being quite vicious, sometimes seen with steam coming from the nostrils or with head down ready to charge.Bull tattoos are seen in a variety of different colors, however red seems to be the most popular of all, sometimes accompanies by a pierced nose.If these picture ideas aren't doing the trick, don't forget to swing over and checkout the
Sk8ter Girl
In a change from recent posts, here's a gorgeous pin-up with her clothes ON, this time by Matt Kolling.
Skinny Dipping
In the spirit of that Vicky Pollard bird who jumped into the pool in Big Brother last night, here's some other bird with big norks, courtesy of John Fitzgerald.
We've gone international!
This zombie lady was sent to me by tattooist Julia Seizure from Star Crossed Tattoo in Hong Kong, done at the Singapore convention. Thanks!
Celeb Worship
Some celeb pinups, from Aaron 15 (or at least i think thats how his name goes). As if you can't tell, its Dita Von Teese, Angelina Jolie and Scarlett Johanssen.
Gypsy King!
A reader submission! This sweet gypsy head was done by Mo Coppoletta of The Family Business, London, on Laurence Pisani.
Monday, May 9, 2011
Robbie Williams Tattoo Designs
Robbie Williams is a stupendous English singer, songwriter and musician.Robbie has a bunch tattoos on him, including, a lion, birds, musical notes and extensive tribal tattoo artwork.More tattoo information: Robbie Williams Tattoos
Tribal Hip Tattoos
This post on tribal hip tattoos will conclude or segment of hip artwork ideas, and we'll move onto another topic of tattoos and body locations.As you can see from the pictures below, tribal hip tattoos are very lovely and the traditional styles are also quite bold in appearance, however some people like to add small bits of tribal flavor to their chosen design. See below for examples.Large
Star Hip Tattoos
Over the past few days we've featured a wealth of terrific hip tattoo ideas, which brings us to yet another amazing tattoo design that is often seen on the lower hip area of girls and a few guys as wellStar tattoos are cosmically beautiful explosions of ink, that are commonly designed as shooting stars with one large centerpiece trailed by numerous smaller stars. Have a look at some great ideas
Biggles!
This Joe Capobianco lady reminds of my favourite Lord Flasheart quote from Blackadder... 'Always treat your plane like you treat your woman...get in her five times a day and take her to Heaven and back!'
Gesundhoot!
Reader roundup..(still catching up!)First off, Trevor sent in the above, done by John Fitzgerald at Slave to the Needle in Seattle.Jana sent in 'Lilith', above, done by Christoph at Blut&Eisen Tattoo, Berlin, Germany.Harrison's was done by Harry at Las Calaveras Tattoo in Fullerton, CAAnd the little owl above comes from Monika
Under The SeaWeed
Another classic Mike De Masi Piece, he of the pink lady in the 'submit your tattoo' pic on the right.
Bat-knot
Tattooist Shane Munce sent in the above. Some superb portraits, the first Joker on the arm of Corey freakin' Taylor of Slipknot! This could be our first celeb post!
I believe in Gotham City
Quick Reader roundup...Ryan sent in the above David Finch Batman, done by Ben Reese of Memphis, TN. The above Hush Batman was done at Fun City, NY, and was submitted by Chris. And finally, above are the various stages of Marco's joker tattoo.
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Amy Winehouse Tattoos
Amy Winehouse is an extremely talented English singer songwriter, with a very troubled history of drug addiction.Amy Winehouse has quite a few tattoos designs, among them are two topless women and several names.More Info: Amy Winehouse Tattoos.
Werewolf Tattoos
Checkout this scary photo gallery of some great high quality werewolf tattoos.Some people say that getting a tattoo makes you tough, but i say, getting a werewolf tattoo makes you a bad ass!Enjoy these excellent pictures of werewolves tattooed on various werewolf enthusiasts from around the globe.
Small Hip Tattoos
Much like any other tattoo location, hip tattoos come in all shapes and sizes, but for many potential ink artwork enthusiastic, especially new ones, smaller hip tattoos are the most requested of them all.Butterflies, hearts, birds and other cute little designs top the list for hip designs, and you can see a few lovely idea pictures in gallery below.Hello kitty as angel idea.Small dove on lower
Rose Hip Tattoos
Lets face it, rose tattoos look exceptionally beautiful and equally as sexy on just about any area of the human body, however an increasingly popular location for rose tattoos is the hip. Right, left, front or back, rose tattoos possess a tremendously vibrant and warm quality which is very appealing to both guys and girls.Checkout a few lovely ideas in this little picture collection
Rihanna Hip Tattoo
Pop singer Rihanna has quite a few tattoos, including a sanskrit prayer on her right hip, which roughly translates into "forgiveness, truth, suppression and calmness".
Megan Fox Hip Tattoo
The stunningly beautiful hollywood actress Megan Fox has a very low hip tattoo which appears to be the name of her husband "Brian" Austin Green. The actress also has numerous other tattoos on her body and we'll feature them in the future.
Lower Hip Tattoos
When it comes to hip tattoos, it seems like the lower the tattoo design the sexier the finished product is, or maybe its just my imagination playing tricks again.Regardless, hip tattoos and lower hip artwork is quickly becoming very popular among girls, and i think these designs have lasting appeal appose to the cliche lower back artwork which is slowing fading into obscurity.Cute hello kitty
Coming Up Rosey
...and the wonderful Marilyn portrait below is followed by possibly the best ever tattooist submission, which comes from Anabi Tattoo in Poland. Again, whoah.
Some Like It Hot!
This next tattoo could be the best reader submission I've ever recieved. Veronica's wonderful Marilyn Monroe portrait was done by Stefano Alcantara of Last Rites, NY. Whoah. It puts Megan Fox's arm into context, for sure.
Madness, as you know, is like gravity. All it takes is a little push!
Adam sent in this great Heath Ledger Joker portrait.
A Mighty Hoot
Possibly the biggest owl ever featured on the blog?! Awesome stuff from Julie, done by Lorin Hay at Fuzion Ink in Norfolk, Va.
Black Dynam-hoot
Markus sent in this bookish owl, done by david maynard @ black metal tattoo company in strongsville, ohio.
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