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		<title>Airbrush Tattoos for Fun or Test the Real Deal</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2007 21:28:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Grisham</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On this site you&#8217;ll find articles on how to create your temporary airbrush tattoo. Temporary body art is a way to have the tatt you wanted without committing your self to permanent body ink. Hire an Airbrush Artist For Entertainment They are great for children parties. You can hire a tribal ink airbrush tattoo artist [...]]]></description>
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<p>On this site you&#8217;ll find articles on how to create your temporary airbrush tattoo. Temporary body art is a way to have the tatt you wanted without committing your self to permanent body ink.</p>
<h3>Hire an Airbrush Artist For Entertainment</h3>
<p>They are great for <a href="http://www.virtuowl.com/tattoo-store/airbrush-temp-tatts.php">children parties.</a> You can hire a tribal ink airbrush tattoo artist to make your child&#8217;s party a huge hit. why not try temporary tattoo kits? Let the kids play with airbrush tattoo effects. These starter kits include tattoo designs so it&#8217;s really simple to learn how to apply them.</p>
<p>Most temporary tattooing artists use quality paints from fda approved ingredients, but not all. It is always a good idea to ask the question before hiring a temporary tattoo artist for your child&#8217;s birthday.</p>
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<p>Temporary airbrush tattoos are very similar to an East Indian tradition of <a href="http://www.virtuowl.com/tattoo-store/henna-tattoos.php">henna temporary tattoos</a>. Artists that apply henna tattoo are known as bindi artists. When a bindi artist applies a temporary airbrush tattoo the paints and ink dry instantly. Avoid costly mistakes if you are planning on temporary airbrush tattoos being a part of any social function by insuring the qualifications of the artist.</p>
<p>In the process of creating an <a href="http://www.virtuowl.com/tattoo-store/airbrush-temp-tatts.php">airbrush tattoo a design</a> template is placed on clean, dry skin. The colors are selected and loaded into a specialized air gun which will blow pressurized air out in short burst when the trigger is compressed. The airbrush tattoo artist places the colors where the customer indicated upon the design and then will apply a top coat to help ensure longevity of the tattoo designs.</p>
<p>The airbrush tattoo can be a great party attraction. It is low cost, easy to set up and can offer hours of fun for the guests. Many parents consider this option when searching for entertainment for children&#8217;s parties. The kids get all of the fun without a parent or guardian worrying about permanent marks.<br />
<img src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/images/dreams/airbrush-butterfly.gif" alt="" width="200" height="207" align="left" />Buff up on your airbrushing skills and start creating amazing body art. I personally just started by own airbrush body art business systems where I can service social functions all around the world. I have a <a href="http://www.virtuowl.com/tattoo-store/art-tattoos.php"> tribal tattoo gallery</a> of original art that all my associates can download, its&#8217; that easy. I saw the growing popularity of airbrush tattoo designs and love to create airbrush tattoo ink concepts. Starting your own airbrush tattoos business is fun, creative and profitable.</p>
<h3>Popularity in Tattoos</h3>
<p>A white rose tattoo design is common for womenen. It is a symbol of innocence and youthfulness. A red rose with thorns tattoo is also very popular. These design can be airbrushed and they work very well when you are looking for your first tattoo design. The purpose of this is to insure your perfect tattoo design is the right one.</p>
<p>The most popular areas to get tattooed are the lower back, around the waist line, lower tailbone for women, ankles and arms. This does not mean that other areas of the body are not inked. Tattoos and piercing are also done in the lip, eyebrow, ears and genetals. It is report amogst tattoo artist there is a growing trend in geneitallia piercings and tattooing.</p>
<p>When you go to a tatto parlor to peruse tattoo designs use your first vist is  a visualisation exercise to get familiar with what will look best permanently inked onto your body area of choice. All tattoo artists are visual people that take pride in their work.</p>
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		<title>Tattoo Parlors The Newest Club</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2007 20:40:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Grisham</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sound Advice on Getting a Tattoo in a Tattoo Parlor Do you ever wonder why some tattoo parlors don&#8217;t do work below the ankle bone? This is because the layer of skin is very thin and the tattoo needles can penetrate this area unpredictably fast. This is known as exfoliation. If you want a tattoo [...]]]></description>
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<p>Do you ever wonder why some tattoo parlors don&#8217;t do work below the ankle bone? This is because the layer of skin is very thin and the tattoo needles can penetrate this area unpredictably fast. This is known as exfoliation. If you want a tattoo where there is minimal risk of accidental injury then choose another part of your body to get tattooed.</p>
<p>Getting a tattoo does not have the social stigma attached to it that it did in years past and parlors are not the shady dives along the bad parts of town as they were fifty years ago. Tattoos are no longer the sole identifiers of organizations such as biker gangs, military or criminals. In fact there is a surprising number of middle age soccer mom&#8217;s and dads sporting ink.</p>
<p>When deciding to get a tattoo there are a couple of things to keep in mind. The first is deciding on a tattoo which reflects personal taste and desire yet is not a fad. Remember: fads and trends come and go. The tattoo is there for life unless it has to be <a href="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/health-and-your-body/tattoo-art/laser-tattoo-removal/">cosmetically removed.</a></p>
<p>The second thing to decide is the location upon which the art will go. Parlors can attest to the fact that there are some places on the body that are more sensitive than others. Some areas that are common for sporting tattoo designs are the lower back above the tail bone, the ankle or the arms. Many people decide that back tattooing is the way for them due to the larger amount of muscle mass. The more muscle mass in the location can often translate into less pain and sensitivity.</p>
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<p>A good piece of advice before having the tattoo machine start buzzing away is to go into the tattoo parlors and talk to the artists. <a href="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/organic-beauty/miami-ink-tattoos/">A good artist </a>always takes the time to answer any questions the prospective client might have. While at parlors take a good look around. Are the premises clean and sanitary? Are the work areas posted with the artists&#8217; licenses? Are the needles used with the tattoo machine always new and disposed of properly in biohazard containers?</p>
<p>Parlors rely on word of mouth as their most powerful form of advertising. They want to produce quality artwork and make their customers happy. If you have any questions or concerns, the artist and management should immediately address the issue. If you feel that they are not following state health guidelines or are dismissive of concerns, find another place.</p>
<p>Finally, schedule the appointment so that there is plenty of time without either party feeling rushed. A tattoo done in haste might lead to a costly mistake later both in dollars and pain when it gets removed by laser and tattoo removal is a lengthy process.</p>
<p>The tattoo parlors will hand out a care instruction sheet. It is important to follow the care guidelines in order to protect the tattoo. One final note: remember that some things in life can be gotten cheaply. A high quality tattoo is not one of them. The rule of thumb is &#8220;You get what you pay for&#8221;. Enjoy getting inked…it&#8217;s a one of a kind experience.</p>
<p>For the ultimate is tattooing education be sure and catch <a href="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/organic-beauty/art-tattoo/">TLC&#8217;s MIami Ink</a>. It gives you a really good idea on the inner workings and thought processes of professional tattoo designers in a tattoo parlor.</p>
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		<title>Tattoo Design In History</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2007 04:37:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It may be hard to believe but a tattoo design can say many things about a person&#8217;s personality. Common tattoos found on individuals may signify life-changing events such as graduation from high school, a new child or even a romantic interest. But there are very few instances in the public realm, outside of prison systems, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="size-full wp-image-734 alignleft" title="airbrush-butterfly" src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/airbrush-butterfly.gif" alt="airbrush-butterfly" width="200" height="207" />It may be hard to believe but a tattoo design can say many things about a person&#8217;s personality. Common tattoos found on individuals may signify life-changing events such as graduation from high school, a new child or even a romantic interest. But there are very few instances in the public realm, outside of prison systems, where the tattoo can mean the difference between life and death.</p>
<h2>Japanese Tattoo History</h2>
<p>Japan&#8217;s history of tattooing goes back to 10000 B.C.E. to 300 B.C.E. (Before the Common Era). It was used for healing, identifying a soldier should he perish on the battlefield and be stripped of his armor and even to identify rites of passage for certain tribes. Perhaps the most familiar of Japanese body art is associated with the organized crime group the Yakuza. Similar to the Italian Mafia, the Yakuza has long been associated with the less than desirable elements of society. Anything from illegal gambling to racketeering is within its grasp.</p>
<p>Surprisingly though, the tattoo design found most often on Yakuza members is that of beautiful scenes and elaborate details. The method used though is less than beautiful. Yakuza members, as a way to test their resolve and strength, do not get tattooed with a tattoo machine. It is a hand held instrument that is not without pain. The images are not just a back tattoo either. They span the entire body from collar to ankle.</p>
<h2>Russian Tattoo History<img class="size-full wp-image-737 alignright" title="tattoo-henna" src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/tattoo-henna.jpg" alt="tattoo-henna" width="300" height="200" /></h2>
<p>In Russia the tattoo design found on many of the country&#8217;s prison inmates is a message to other people of their deeds and sins. It is a way to identify how dangerous a person is. One man might be wearing a tattoo design signifying that he is a head figure while another might be forcefully tattooed as an informant.</p>
<p>The tattoo design in Russia&#8217;s history was not just limited to the criminal element. In an oppressive government sometimes the only way to rebel was to a tattoo design belittling one of the political tyrants. This was a way to send a message to other people when freedom of speech and press was not allowed.</p>
<p>The language of the tattoo used to be a secret code known only to those in the &#8220;know&#8221; but with research the meanings have come to light. The social hierarchy of the criminal world is understood. If a criminal tattoo&#8217;s an untruth or exaggeration the punishment inflicted by others is harsh. The tattoo is either cut off or sandpapered off.</p>
<h2>Summary</h2>
<p>Tattoos have been and will continue to be a means of expression. From the dragon tattoo to the star tattoo, it is a way for people to communicate with the outside world without saying a word. The tattoo design that is chosen is entirely, well at least most of the time, up to the person who wants to mark their body. It is their way of letting the world knows what they stand for, love or hate.</p>
<p>Best of all, when you are informed in the way that tattoo design works for you, you can make better decisions on the best course of action to handle your own situation with a tattoo artist that you are not familiar with.<br />
In the end, the final choice for dealing with a tattoo artist will be up to you. Use the tips in this article to find the best tattoo design for handling your new tattoo and find yourself a little more satisfied with knowledge to help make the right choice for you permanent body make-up.</p>
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		<title>The Back Yard Tattoo Artist Gone?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2007 18:25:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Grisham</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Locating a Tattoo Studio You Can Trust Finding a trustworthy new tattoo artist for your body-art is necessary if you want to see defined artistry and sanitary conditions. Getting tattoo&#8217;s are very easy to find but how can you check and make sure they are also safe? Talk to people that have had tattoo&#8217;s done [...]]]></description>
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<p>Finding a trustworthy new tattoo artist for your body-art is necessary if you want to see defined artistry and sanitary conditions. Getting tattoo&#8217;s are very easy to find but how can you check and make sure they are also safe? Talk to people that have had tattoo&#8217;s done by this tattoo artist and find out what their experiences were. A local tattoo parlor will help out with more options for artistic tattoos but it is you that must make the final choice.<br />
Once you find out that you have a clear choice for your tattooing, you should try to discuss design options right away. You want to remain inspired and can pinpoint the type of body art you desire easier when it&#8217;s fresh in your mind. A professional tattoo artist may help you with illustrative suggestions. Your tattoo design will be able to give you more of the finer details in a visual display. Taking extra steps in the early stages of tattoo design will prevent the <a href="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/health-and-your-body/tattoo-art/laser-tattoo-removal/">likelyhood of a regretful choice.</a><br />
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<p><strong>Here are a few good tattoo sites I found helpful to get started with:</strong></p>
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<li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tattooartistmagazine.com/" target="_blank">Tattoo Artist Magazine &#8211; </a>The Quarterly Trade Journal for a tattooer</li>
<li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Find-The-Right-Tattoo-Artist&amp;id=618922" target="_blank">How To Find The Right Tattoo Artist</a> &#8211; Check the quality of artist that you find</li>
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<h2>Tattoo Art is Evolving</h2>
<p>The world of tattooing has changed greatly for the tattoo artist. No longer are they solely found in run down areas of town or in prisons, though there are still those who tattoo in such places. Now there is a greater appreciation for the wonders that can be etched out upon the human skin. Prime time television has shows following the lives of <a href="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/health-and-your-body/tattoo-art/miami-ink-tattoos/">prominent artists</a>.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-743" title="la-ink-kat" src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/la-ink-kat.gif" alt="la-ink-kat" width="200" height="297" /></p>
<p>Most states have at least one tattoo convention each year and there are even schools to help train future artists.<br />
The most a person could hope for was to be trained from someone already in the business. The designs were often rudimentary and done with homemade machines or by hand. The sanitary conditions under which a tattoo artist operated were atrocious and sometimes downright disgusting. Not much was known about antibacterial remedies and TLC. As a result there were many cases of ink poisoning due to ill prepared inks, needles and dyes.</p>
<h2>Out with the Old and in with the New</h2>
<p>Luckily for the modern world the tattoo artist has reached a new respectability. There are specialty magazines and gatherings where the artwork of tattoos can be found. The tattoo &#8220;joint&#8221; common to the fast food nation where everything is done as quickly as possible with little thought to quality has now come into competition with tattoo parlors resembling upscale salons.</p>
<p>The clientele of these establishments want something more exotic than the standard butterfly tattoo. They are looking at this permanent design as a way to showcase superior skills. Many times incredible one of a kind drawings and pictures can be found that show the <a rel="nofollow" href="http://flickr.com/search/?q=tattoo%20designs&amp;w=all" target="_blank">most intricate details</a>.<br />
The tattoo artist can do more than just place ink to skin. Many studios feature artists that specialize in piercing as well. The tattoos and piercing combination is very popular as it adds a choice and variety to what a customer might be seeking. Unlike tattooing, a piercing can be removed and unless it is a form of extreme piercing, it leaves no lasting mark. Watch this video the see the creative side of how body piercing&#8217;s and tattooing are combine in body artistry. Some of the piercing areas include Facial, nose Eyelids, nostrils, lips, eyebrows, tongue, belly button, nipples, private parts, cheek, ears, back, eye lids, men, women and breast.</p>
<p>As the world and culture continues to change there will be a larger number of influences the tattoo artist is afforded. Their work will be a lasting mark upon the cultural relevance in which they live and surrounds them. The pop culture, art world and lives of many will cross paths with this mastery of skin and ink.</p>
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		<title>Laser Tattoo Removal</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2007 21:50:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Grisham</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Permanent Body Art is Forever Getting a tattoo is a great addition to your body, right?? Your answer today may be different tomorrow. If you are considering having a tattoo design to one or more parts of your body, it is a great plan to think on it before so that you will not regret [...]]]></description>
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<p>Getting a tattoo is a great addition to your body, right?? Your answer today may be different tomorrow. If you are considering having a tattoo design to one or more parts of your body, it is a great plan to think on it before so that you will not regret your art tattoo. By doing research each favorite choice of tattoo ink can be looked at closely and carefully so that you can find out which will look best for your body. Having to get laser tattoo removal is certainly not something you want to look at doing.</p>
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<p>The overwhelmingly popular act of tattooing the body has spread across the globe as a hallmark of entering adulthood. Teens anxiously wait the time when they can legally get a tattoo and parents try their best to warn their teens of the consequences of their actions. Many tattoo studios see individuals come into the parlor with a set idea of getting another person&#8217;s name inked into their skin. All the artist can do is shake their head in silence and remind them the only way to loose the ink later is through laser tattoo removal.</p>
<p>The process of tattooing the skin is not the sole property of a licensed tattoo studio or parlor. Many tattoo&#8217;s that later undergo laser tattoo removal are homemade tattoos done in someone&#8217;s home. These primitive and low quality tattoos are often the most difficult to remove due to the application under which they are applied. The homemade tattoo machine is similar to the professional one used in the studio. It is the tattoo artist that is different. One person has training and chances are the other does not. The untrained operator often goes too deep into the dermis (skin) of the person. The laser tattoo removal then becomes very expensive.</p>
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<h2>There are Several Methods of Tattoo Removal</h2>
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<li><strong>Dermabrasion</strong>. This is where the skin is &#8220;buffed or sanded&#8221; so that it is properly prepared by removing thin layers of skin</li>
<li><strong> Excision.</strong> A qualified surgeon (dermatologic) removes the tattoo design by using a special scalpel. If the tattoo design is a big one the surgeon may elect to do a skin graft where skin is taken from another part of the body, such as the thigh.</li>
<li><strong>Cryosurgery.</strong> Much like having dental work done, the tattoo ink area is frozen before its removal;</li>
<li><strong> Laser</strong>. First the surface area of the skin is cleaned so the skin&#8217;s oil is removed. As the laser is removing your tattoo design you can hear the sound of a laser and fans working. Fans are used to cut back on the heat in the room. You can feel the light from the laser break through the skin layers. The process itself is not really painless, it may burn and sting.</li>
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<p>Laser tattoo removal is the application process of a specialized laser to the skin surface. The laser burns the layers of skin and after a few applications, depending on the depth of the ink, the tattoo is removed. The actual</p>
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<p>procedure is a beam of light directed at the pigments of the tattoo. After breaking apart the body&#8217;s immune system does the actual removing.</p>
<p>Black dyes are the easiest to remove because they absorb all wavelengths. Colors such as green, red and yellow must have selective wavelength used that are specific to their spectrum.</p>
<p>Laser tattoo removal is not an easy procedure. Many people report that it feels as if hot grease were splattering their skin. The red marks can last for days and there is a possibility of scarring. Many of the side effects depend on how much area is covered as well as how deep the pigmentation was etched into the skin. The tattoo may have only taken a few hours to receive but getting rid of it is a far more expensive and time consuming endeavor.</p>
<p>The best way to avoid having to undergo laser tattoo removal is to be certain about getting the tattoo in the first place. There are some circumstances where the person feels forced into being tattooed such as with gangs. There are many organizations and doctors volunteering time and money to help youths remove these signs of gang membership and help them gain a new lease on life away from crime.</p>
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		<title>The Henna Tattoo Design</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2007 16:31:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gouranga_Girl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Henna Tattoo Design Goes Well Beyond Western Cultures With the growing number of tattoo design services available today, it&#8217;s easy to do some henna tattoo price comparisons. This article provides some great tips and helpful hints as it applies to why using a tattoo artist is the ultimate way to get temporary tattoo ink. Here [...]]]></description>
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<p>With the growing number of tattoo design services available today, it&#8217;s easy to do some henna tattoo price comparisons. This article provides some great tips and helpful <img class="size-full wp-image-754 alignleft" title="tattoo-henna" src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/tattoo-henna.gif" alt="tattoo-henna" width="250" height="132" />hints as it applies to why using a tattoo artist is the ultimate way to get temporary tattoo ink. Here are my feelings and thoughts around inking up with a henna tattoo.</p>
<p>The Henna tattoo has undergone a revival in recent years with the explosion of culture influencing from India to Asia. Once found only in certain cultures, Henna has become very popular with individuals wishing to use a more natural form of tattoo that is not permanent.</p>
<p>More familiar to Western cultures are the bridal designs used to mark a female&#8217;s transition from girl to married woman. In the custom a girl is marked in detail with henna in a certain pattern to ensure luck and good fortune within the marriage. Once the henna tattoo wore off, the honeymoon was officially over and the wife&#8217;s work would begin. Luckily for the wives, henna is a complex stain that can take quite a while to wear off the palms and soles of the feet.</p>
<p><img src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/images/tattoo-henna1.gif" alt="" width="75" height="236" align="left" />One of the benefits of Henna is that it is a natural product. As such there is a great leeway for experimentation in design. Traditional designs do not have to be used and there are many kits available that include design patterns. The henna tattoo removal is simply the skin replenishing the cells and forcing the dye out of the body. There are tattoo studios that do offer permanent designs that resemble the henna tattoo. These tattoos are put into place with the typical tattoo machines but use a red dye that will remain permanent.</p>
<p>A note of caution concerning henna is the use of a product labeled as &#8220;black henna&#8221; or an indigo. Natural henna does not come in dark shades. The dark colors are actually made by combining henna with a chemical. There can be very harsh side effects such as skin blistering. As with any product, even a natural one such as henna, there can be allergic reactions. This is particularly true if the individual has a rare genetic condition called a G6PD deficiency. In large doses the dye molecule in henna can be fatal. If it is unknown whether or not henna will cause an allergic reaction it is best to do a small skin test.</p>
<p>The henna tattoo has a long and rich history. It tells stories about past struggles in history as well as marking important events in a person&#8217;s life. The influence of the tattoo has permeated culture and with henna the designs can be continuously changed and redesigned. There is no worry of a permanent picture that later may have to be laser removed.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-756" title="henna-tattooing" src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/henna-tattooing.jpg" alt="henna-tattooing" width="450" height="253" /></p>
<p>In the end, the final choice for your tattoo design will be up to you. Use these valuable tips for making the best choice on your next occasion where you want to get a tattoo design created by a tattoo artist.</p>
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		<title>The Art Tattoo Ancient and Modern</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2007 03:37:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Grisham</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tattoo Art History Finding quality art tattoo design at a fair price can be tough, but if you know where to look, you can find a great tattoo artist in no time, at a price and artistic level you&#8217;ll be satisfied with.Even though tattoo designs are somewhat new to the internet, it has proven to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Tattoo Art History</h2>
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<p>Finding <strong>quality art tattoo design </strong>at a fair price can be tough, but if you know where to look, you can find a great tattoo artist in no time, at a price and artistic level you&#8217;ll be satisfied with.Even though tattoo designs are somewhat new to the internet, it has proven to be very beneficial when it comes to learning about it before you decide on having an art tattoo <strong>permanently inked on your body</strong>. Here are some facts about getting a new tattoo that you&#8217;ll want to know in order to make the <strong>best of your tattoo</strong>.<br />
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<h3>Art Tattoo History</h3>
<p>The art tattoo has certainly come a long way since the first human marked his or her body for a ritual. Many of the early markings were to distinguish between clans or tribes but have since evolved into a <strong>pop cultural phenomenon</strong>. Soccer mom&#8217;s sporting tattoos on their ankles and teenagers eagerly marking their body to show their transcendence from childhood into adulthood.</p>
<p>The art tattoo has come into popular culture in many forms. Ancient ritualized markings denoting caste levels, honor to various gods and goddesses as well as accomplishments have found themselves at the end of a tattoo machine for the modern human canvas as a way to show personal expression.</p>
<p>Early tattoos have been discovered on every populated continent and group of people ranging from Polynesia to Native Americans and Vikings. Early explorers discovered the mummified bodies of ancient Egyptians elected for many years to not make the discovery of tattoos known to the public due to the negative reaction that it might generate. This nondisclosure was not made public until 1891.</p>
<p>Whereas in many cultures tattooing was solely reserved for warriors, the Egyptians practiced the art tattoo for women in service to the Gods and Goddesses. This spirituality is one of the more common reasons for tattooing. They believed that by paying homage with the body, it assured the wearer a more devoted retribution from their chosen deity and a greater chance for a rewarding afterlife.</p>
<p>For many the art tattoo represents a wilder side to their personality. Perhaps a bit of rebellion against the expected norms of a more staid and traditional society that looks upon a tattoo with wariness as the stigma associated with the art tattoo is not as widely spread to the more conservative. There are other individuals who use the tattoo as a means of remembrance for fallen family and friends or as a spiritual guide for their lives.</p>
<p>The social stigma of the tattoo varies from nation to nation. When talking about the art tattoo there are many different opinions. It is common for the elderly population to remember a time when tattoos were reserved for soldiers, criminals or members of a circus troop. The negative connotation of the ink on the skin has become less with younger generations as it grows in popularity.</p>
<h3>Today&#8217;s Tattooing <img src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/images/la-ink-kat.gif" alt="" width="200" height="297" align="right" /></h3>
<p>The popularity renaissance of the art tattoo can be attributed in part by recent televisions shows such as <strong><a href="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/organic-beauty/miami-ink-tattoos/">TLC&#8217;s Miami Ink</a></strong>. Viewers are treated to a &#8220;<strong><a href="http://tlc.discovery.com/fansites/miami-ink/slideshow/miami_ink_gallery_index.html" target="_blank">behind the scenes</a></strong>&#8221; of a tattoo parlor and can see the tattoo art as a conveyance of beauty. The art tattoo can indeed be just that: art. The permanent etching of the skin with the tattoo machine can come in the form of personal photographs to famous art paintings.</p>
<p>By investigating various tattoo artists samples is a great way to make sure that you&#8217;re getting the highest quality body art. It&#8217;s also a great way to ensure you are making the best choice. Be sure to visit your local tattoo design parlor for more information prior to making a commitment.</p>
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		<title>Kat Von D Leaves Miami ink Tattoos</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2007 03:03:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Grisham</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On the learning channel (discovery channel) you&#8217;ll find TLC&#8217;s miami ink. For all you tattoo fanatics here&#8217;s a cool little video I found on You Tube below where Kat von D gets fired. I always love the way those 2, Kat and Ami got along. I am sure there is some deep seeded real love [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On the learning channel (discovery channel) you&#8217;ll find TLC&#8217;s miami ink. For all you tattoo fanatics here&#8217;s a <strong>cool little video</strong> I found on You Tube below where Kat von D gets fired. I always love the way those 2, Kat and Ami got along. I am sure there is some deep seeded real love somewhere there <img src='http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':-)' class='wp-smiley' /> .</p>
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<p>I love Kat&#8217;s work. She has an obvious passion with <strong>very steady hands</strong>. I recently watched her do the Jesus Christ&#8217;s cross on a 6&#8217;6&#8243; guy that was horizontally perfect with <strong>perfect effect of cracks</strong>. It was like a rock magical effect.</p>
<h2>Miami Ink Tattoos up Close and Personal with Kat von D</h2>

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<p>Miami ink tattoos is a show on TV that is perfect for getting a bird&#8217;s eye view of the <strong>entire body art design experience</strong>. If you are thinking about getting your own body scratch watch Chris Nunez of Miami ink. My favorite Miami ink episode was the one where Tim does the skull portrait tim is the best.</p>
<p>One of the most heart wrenching shows is where Nathan and Kathy wanted their child that passed on tattooed but they wanted changes made to the eyes and. nose. It was a very moving to watch Tim Illustrate the original. This was a few episodes after miami ink cat gets fired which really pi**sed me off.</p>
<p>Kat von D is one hot tattoo artists I ever seen and man do I love her tattooing. Its a<img src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/images/la-ink-kat.gif" alt="Kat von D" width="200" height="297" align="right" /> shame she left miami ink. She really was one of the best personalities and did add extra interest to the miami ink tattoo shop. I myself would never get a tattoo but if I ever decided to Kat would be <strong>my absolute #1 choice</strong>. The romance is over, the reason she left was she kept disrespecting with Ami. Ami is dead wrong on this one and the rest of the team is pi**ed at him. </p>
<p>Chris gets her a board when they are parting and the tears are falling. Chris rides off on the board and Kat drives away in a yellow taxi cab&#8230;just like that it&#8217;s it&#8217;s a done deal.</p>
<p>Its OK she has left and hosts the LA Ink show which started in August 2007. Her portraits on this show blow me away ! The new improved Kat von D is an obvious step in the right direction for her. She looks allot happier and her works are unquestionable tattoo art at it&#8217;s finest.</p>
<p>VERY COOL AND EASY ON THE EYES+!!</p>
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		<title>The Art of Airbrush Tattoos</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2007 20:19:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>sales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Temporary Body Art- Airbrushed Tattoos Not everyone wants to have ink etching on their body. Fad&#8217;s come and go. There are alternatives to the real thing though, whatever the fad may be. Why not consider getting an airbrush tattoo? They do not leave a lasting mark. There is no pain and you can change the [...]]]></description>
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<p>Not everyone wants to have ink etching on their body. Fad&#8217;s come and go. There are alternatives to the real thing though, whatever the fad may be. Why not consider <strong>getting an airbrush tattoo</strong>? They do not leave a lasting mark. There is no pain and you can change the style whenever you feel like it. No one has to know that your &#8220;living on the edge&#8221; personality is just temporary and can be removed anytime.</p>
<h2>How Long Do they Last?</h2>
<p>Airbrushed tattoos which last ages! If you just want to hang with your tattoo buds and play xbox and listen to music get an airbrush tattoo. Maybe even accent your new tatt by getting your hair streaked in wild neon colors. They can last for months if you know how to preserve them.</p>
<h2>Now Airbrush Tatto Ink Design Works</h2>
<p><img src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/images/air-brush-tatto-2.gif" alt="" align="left" />When you decide to get an airbrush tattoo a design template is placed on clean, dry skin. The colors and designs are selected and loaded into a specialized air gun which blows pressurized air out in short pinpointed mist when the trigger is used. The airbrush tattoo artist puts the colors where the customer indicated where to place the design and then will apply a protective coat to help ensure the highest permanence quality of the airbrush tattoo designs.</p>
<p><img src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/images/air-brush-tatto-3.gif" alt="" align="right" />Painting a car is the same type of tools that are used. It is best to layer the color than to apply too heavy of a coat. The heavier the paint is then the more chance for mistakes to occur. Clean up for the artist is very simple. An alcohol solution on a cotton ball can remove any of the excess paint or smudges. As with the temporary tattoo, the airbrush tattoo is limited in the amount of time it will last. Repeated showers or baths and articles of clothing rubbing against it will cause the tattoo to erode. But unlike its permanent counterpart, the artwork does not have to be removed with a costly tattoo removal procedure.</p>
<p>The airbrush tattoo can be a great party attraction. It is low cost, easy to set up and can offer hours of fun for the guests. Many parents consider this option when searching for entertainment for children&#8217;s parties. The kids get all of the fun without a parent or guardian worrying about permanent marks.</p>
<h2>Problems With Airbrush Tattoos<img src="http://blog-health-talk.virtuowl.com/images/tattooed-arm.gif" alt="" width="200" height="534" align="right" /></h2>
<p>The drawback to the airbrush tattoo, besides its lack of permanency, is that they are often hard to find. Tattoo parlors usually do not offer these less expensive features. Many times it becomes a matter of finding someone familiar with airbrush design. A good source could be a local nail salon. Many nail designs feature airbrush art and the operator could easily do one on the skin. The difference would be in the paint.</p>
<p>Before you go out and get a bit of ink that is going to be with you until you depart from this world, consider trying out an airbrush tattoo first. You can get an idea of what you like as well as where you want to place it. Do not look at it as being a knock-off version of the real thing but more as a bit of research into a lasting investment. The idea behind tattooing your body is to be happy with the result, not regretting it ten years later.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re still having difficulty finding the perfect tattoo designs be sure to visit the sites listed below. I personally do combine the real thing with airbrushing. I do this to get ideas with my body art before I actually go ahead and get a real one. There&#8217;s nothing worst then having to get tattoo removal done because you did not think it through.</p>
<h3>More on Temporary Airbrush Tattoos</h3>
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