DearestSamantha [2011-08-07 01:12:46 +0000 UTC]

I plan on taking my love of art and turning it into a career by becoming a tattoo artist.

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choxiesexual [2011-08-07 01:08:57 +0000 UTC]

Tattoos are an amazing art form. Tattoos are ethnic - exotic - & come from ethnicity, where tribalists originally tattooed as ethnic ceremonials. Tattoos are now Modern, too, & go on far into the future in artistic expression & relevancy. So it is important to be politically correct to ethnicity & other groups where tattooing comes from. I think tattooing is the most beautiful & unique art form. My favorite styles of art are always the unique ones; I love to choose only unique art styles to express my truest & favorite of art forms; uniqueness gives me the most creativity & expresses my artisticness & creativity best.
I dream of being a tattoo artist, also Graffiti artist, & other unique art styles (Graffiti: professionally, like city murals). Because I choose only unique art styles (& choose the unique option in all different areas of my life; such as my dream career), my art is the most amazingly creative, artistic & expressive art - my creativity is best freed this way, by choosing the unique option, by being creative, & I have the most amazing expressive creativity because I choose the unique option, such as unique art styles. My tattoo art is some of this artistic & expressive art that I do.
Tattoo designs are exotic, & edgy. There's a very distinct design to true & creative tattoo designs. Such as true talent - to a good tattoo artist, tattooing is an art form, such as what tattoos mean for henna tattoo artists - like India & its culture. I mention this because, by being a deviantART Member & browsing & checking out deviantART, I have seen some *AMAZING* true talent here - deviantART*ists - & I recommend that they deserve professional artists marks (deserve to be called professional artists, deserve to be professional artists) - the professional level, of their dream or whatever they are wishing to do with their dream or art. Such as the contests deviantART does, or art galleries or whatever they are wishing to do with their dreams or art. Just some positive advice - whatever they are wishing to do with their dreams or art. I think it is excellent. Such as this photograph of tattoo art; this is an excellent example of a true tattoo artist.
I am an Indigo - just like the Indigo Artists group on deviantART. Like what can be read about in Fairy Tale books in the Modern day; such as Fairy Tale characters/ gods/ Mythical creatures (like; pixies, elves, wizards, etc. - this kind of character) with mysterious natural tattoos - these are part of the Fairy Tale god/ Mythical creature. I am one of these characters - an *Indigo* - & I have natural tattoos which mean much to me in spirituality - *Indigo* spirituality - such as spiritual rituals, decoration or ceremonies do (like India's third eye gem decoration, henna tattoos or indigenous ceremonial paint...) - & these natural tattoos of Fairy Tale characters become spiritually manifested in a spiritual initiation. I dream of achieving this spiritual intitiation as an *Indigo* with tattoo decoration - such as henna tattoos.
Tattoos are the most beautiful & unique art form to me because tattoos are a unique art form - & I love the unique option; as an *Indigo*, *Indigo* spirituality such as Tarot decks & the Tarot ritual of charging the deck, Wiccan magic work, tattoos & other unique spiritual rituals & spiritual forms are all a part of *Indigo* spirituality.
So as an *Indigo*, tattoos mean much to me.
I custom design my tattoos (which I get as henna tattoos in tattooing, etc.) because I have natural tattoos as an *Indigo* & Fairy Tale *god*/ Mythical creature. So this is where tattoos have an artistic meaning to me as an *Indigo*. An individual with tattoos is a more daring & adventurous individual, someone who takes risks more, someone whom is more unique & adventurous & lives a more unique & adventurous life & has a more unique & adventurous world. This is the identity in tattoos. This is my identity - someone with tattoos is a more adventurous individual. I think of this as a positive identity & of course is not limited. Here is one cool idea of the identity in tattoos.
I love *tattoo*s as an *Indigo* & I think the tattoo art - such as true, artistic tattoo designs - rock.
Very cool.
-deviantART Member
choxiesexual

*Makenzie choxie Roseaus*

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Pesadillasvarias [2011-08-07 00:59:57 +0000 UTC]

1. Which author is more important in the tattooing of the body - the tattoo artists or the one to become the living canvas?

the person who is become canvas because usually this person desing his tatoo , the intencionality of these, and the mensaje

2. Do you consider tattoo art to be the first “interactive” artform?

No, the first no but it appeared since more thousand years in cultures indas and orientales.

3. How would you describe the unique relationship between tattoo artist and the person being tattooed?
it depends of the person, if he think tah his tattoo is realy special he look for a good tatoo artist who can understand the speciality of this tattoo.
deviantART muro drawing

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Sighz-no-name [2011-08-07 00:48:07 +0000 UTC]

1)Which author is more important in the tattooing of the body - the tattoo artists or the one to become the living canvas? **Both. Without the 'canvas' the artist has no medium however sinceit is a fairly permanent art form you need to select your 'artist' with care. Ensuring they follow proper cleaning/care protocol as well as ensuring there is a mutual understanding of what is wanted & what will occur. Mainly there has to be a 'relationship' that develops between the artist & 'canvas' as I am sure most artists seem to have with their chosen mediums I suppose a canvas is an informal muse when it isn't the same old thing that they do day after day

2)Do you consider tattoo art to be the first “interactive” artform? I would say no as dancing & singing as well as acting can all be considered 'interactive'

3)How would you describe the unique relationship between tattoo artist and the person being tattooed? hhmmm depending on the type or reason for the tattoo it can be all kinds of things. First you need trust as you are giving your body over to someone else to permanently mark. Its a curiously calming & therapeutic process for some while for others its a closing chapter or an eager beginning ...

Looking forward to your article

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chillin51 [2011-08-06 23:26:11 +0000 UTC]

Here is my answer to question #1...In my opion the tattoo artist is more important,here is why,a tattoo is for life you dam well dont want just anyone tattooing on your body,A good tattoo artist will show pride in his work and the #1 rule is keeping everything clean(your gun,your needles,tips,)and so on,A tattoo artist has alot of responsabitly beleave it or not,,a tattoo artist each has ther own style and ther work is very important,because the body he or she tattooing on will display his work,the better tattoo artist you are will give you a better name you get and more work,butttttttttt after writing this,heck to be honest ther both important,#1 Tattoo artist puts his work on a body,,#2 The body shows his work,,,,

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darcat1530 [2011-08-06 22:47:46 +0000 UTC]

I have 3 so far. The most important player is the wearer of the tat in my opinion. I don't know about the second question but there is a bond between most tat artists and their customers I believe.
In my case there is that bond.

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sortdrame [2011-08-06 22:31:19 +0000 UTC]

Tattoos are not always art, but when they're well translated, it's one of the most beautiful arts of all, cause it tells a living story, and usually helps the "tattoed" to remind himself of something that is very important in his life

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Swordexpert-Stock [2011-08-06 21:39:59 +0000 UTC]

I have numerous tattoos after I started getting them when I was only just 16 years old. I remember begging my parents to allow me to get a tattoo. I have had a fascination with ink for as long as I can remember. I believe that the tattoo artist plays the most important part first and foremost because frick it takes talent to create such beautiful pieces of art, let alone on a human canvas.

Although, I helped design some of my tattoos and therefore I believe I had a major part in creating my body canvas as well.

My tattoo artist is a very good friend of mine. I have a special relationship and trust in him that I have not found in anyone else. I am giving MY body to him for a few hours at a time to create my tattoos. If he messes up.....I will have that for the rest of my life. So there is a major trust factored in when choosing who is right for you. Chris has been tattooing me since I was 16...so that is over 8 years now. I would go to him with anything now and know that the work he does will come out perfectly flawless and still to this day he amazes me.

I am actually going for my next tattoo this coming month. Excited!!!

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GermanFafian [2011-08-06 21:11:10 +0000 UTC]

Tattos are not only great looking but also highly addictive.
I have never met a true Tattoo lover who stopped after their first ink.

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leoreiss [2011-08-06 20:09:51 +0000 UTC]

• Topic - I believe that the Artist and the person to get the body work, should work together but when the concept is laid down the artist should be given the freedom to come up with the art work.

That is why it is very important to always look up the artist portfolio and see which style he is good at or better is his style of tattooing. I don't believe in artists that do every single tattoo style, he wont be as good as he is with one that what he is with other. For example if you ask Mike Devries which is a top notch realism artist to tattoo an oriental tattoo, he will do a good job but wont be as good as someone specialized i oriental designs... If someone is good at colourful tattoos don't look for him to do black and grey, that is why there is tattoo artists specialized in those specific styles... Once you identified the ideal artist to do your piece give him the freedom as I said above, and when the rough sketch is done, change what you think should be changed and he can come up with what you want to be wearing for the rest of your life.

• Tattoo always been an art form and always will be, want it or not!!! What I see often is that people dont have an idea of what can be achieved on a tattoo, and that is what I try to expose on my FB group ( Tattooist Art Magazine) posting daily pics of extremely well talented artists from across the globe.
What downgrade tattoo is the so called " Artists " and people that have no idea about art. for example you see so many celebs with disgusting tattoos, they have the money to have the best artists, but they just pop into a "tattoo shop" that they've seen. It isnt just walking into a shop and asking for a tattoo, just because someone is working in a tattoo shop it doesnt means that he is good and that he can tattoo anything... People should research to find their artist and look around, as when you go and buy a piece of art you want to know who did it, what it is made off etc... i could go on about it for hours and hours... For example today I had a friend asked if I knee a good tattoo artist because his girl friend wanted to get a tattoo, I answered.. what does she wants to get, as it isnt about how good the guy is, but what she wants and I can identify an artist that is good for the specific style!!!

anyway my 2 cents lol
deviantART muro drawing

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briannechughes [2011-08-06 19:47:05 +0000 UTC]

I think the "author" depends on the tattoo- some times it is the tattoo artist's vision on the living canvas and other times the tattoo artist is the instrument, the one who realizes the canvas' dream. Mostly- they are authors together, bringing each other to life.

I don't know if it is the first, but it certainly is an old artform (ie: Otzi the Iceman, etc). It is also certainly interactive as the artist and canvas communicate throughout the creation to change, add, and adapt. It would be interesting to see how artists/canvases feel about modifying preexisting tattoos (covering them or adding t o them)

The relationship is hard to describe - because in many respects the canvas is more than just a blank slab of flesh. They can say "no- not that color" or "what are you, crazy? that looks hideous!" when your inanimate canvas will not. I think it is the fact that there is interaction which makes the relationship so unique and, in many respects, defines it.

Such an interesting article! Can't wait to see it completed!!

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RevolveRaver [2011-08-06 19:44:13 +0000 UTC]

1. Which author is more important in the tattooing of the body - the tattoo artists or the one to become the living canvas?
- As a tattoo artist myself I would say that the importance lies on both parties in the aspect of tattooing. The canvas is exactly that. A canvas. But unlike regular canvas this is not re doable. The 'canvas' has to trust the artist enough to create a work that perfectly fits the canvas's needs and at the same time the artist has to be able to trust this person enough as well. The 'canvas' will be walking around with the artist's work on them, to showcase. The presentation must be worth it.

2. Do you consider tattoo art to be the first “interactive” artform?
- No. The very first interactive art form was not the formation of ink on skin. It was actually done with scars. The purest form of work I know of. People manipulated their own skin and went through a lot more pain to create designs permanently engraved into their skin. This is not like a tattoo. You cant tattoo over a scar when its deep enough. But the beauty of it was well worth the pain.

3. How would you describe the unique relationship between tattoo artist and the person being tattooed?
-Myself personally I like to form a slight 'bond' with each client. I like knowing about them, who they are, what the tattoo will mean for them. It also lets me know how faithful they are to the ink. Ink shouldn't be meaningless or my time and work and dedication will in return be meaningless. I would rather tattoo for the love of art then money.

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Tropicana [2011-08-06 19:34:37 +0000 UTC]

Finally got around to looking at this.

1. I am tattooist and I believe that the "canvas" is more important.
The past,present and the future of tattooing is determined by the tattoo artist. But for that evolution to take place you need people wanting tattoos.

2. Tattooing, as old as time, as modern as tomorrow

3. Its easy to build connection when working with some as personal as tattooing. The "canvas" wont ever forget the person tattooing them (assuming there getting it done proper and sober).

that's my take, nice article

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60Fallen-Angel09 [2011-08-06 19:28:10 +0000 UTC]

I think that tattoos are a form of art.

I am actually going to get tattooed myself. Just looking for the right artist and the "perfect" lion photo

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CarolynAlyce [2011-08-06 19:27:09 +0000 UTC]

Which author is more important in the tattooing of the body - the tattoo artists or the one to become the living canvas?

I feel the customer is the most important because if they aren't satisfied with what you've done, then you have something on their body that may visually look appealing (or not) but it doesn't matter if the customer doesn't get the satisfaction they desire.

Do you consider tattoo art to be the first “interactive” artform?

Hell yesh!!!

How would you describe the unique relationship between tattoo artist and the person being tattooed?

It's almost intimate because you get to learn so much about them especially when you ask the reason for them getting the tattoo. When they tell you their story you tend to bond on another level with them and it makes it a special moment between you two.

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Neko-Cez [2011-08-06 19:23:53 +0000 UTC]

Tattoos are to me a very expressive art form and can say much both about the artist and the individual that wears them proudly. To me having had a tatto done in the past and planning to get some in the future, tattoos mean something, be it a tribute or just an expression of self. Both artist and as you put it "living canvas" are equally important in the process as it is the artist that makes the wishes of the canvas appear. As for the relationship betwen artist and recepient there has to be a lot of communication for both parties to be happy with the work.

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BECraigK [2011-08-06 19:16:42 +0000 UTC]

1. The tattoo artists are more important, cause they creating it.

2. definitely

3. like a hairdresser

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lor-black [2011-08-06 17:56:41 +0000 UTC]

1) They are both important as they both must contribute a certain amount into the tattoo. The "living canvas" usually knows and has a certain feel about the tattoo, that no one else understand but him or herself. The tattoo artist is the only one that can make that truly come to life, because without him, the idea of a tattoo will become just that, an idea.

2) Without a doubt, especially considering that the frozen man Otzi, who was nearly 5,000 years old when he was discovered, had tattoos and markings on his body. It has not always meant what it means today, but tattoing has always been there.

3) I would describe it as a relationship of deep understanding and connection. As I've said before, only the person that is going to get tattoed understands why they are getting a determined tattoo, for what reason, the meaning, etc. The tattoo artist needs to understand and to a certain level, connect with the person to further understand the tattoo itself, so the tattoo can adapt itself to the person's feelings.

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Resiont [2011-08-06 17:39:00 +0000 UTC]

I believe this to be a good idea! I will have to add my pic of MY tattoo later though

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WolvenVengeance [2011-08-06 16:04:36 +0000 UTC]

1.) I believe that the artist and the canvas are both equally important in the matter of tattooing. The tattoo artist is vital in the tattoo's creation, and the person getting the tattoo is vital in the expression of the artist's passion and creativity due to their commitment to display that artwork for the rest of their lives, becoming part of it as much as it becomes a part of them.
2.) Tattooing is indisputably interactive, and it is one of the oldest of such art forms known to modern man. I believe that it is safe to say that tattooing is the first genuinely interactive art form due to its ability to collect the artist, the canvas, the spiritual, and the natural.
3.) The relationship between the tattoo artist and the person being tattooed is a very special one. The artist and canvas must share a deep sense of trust and act within a state of respect and passion for the art. It creates a unique bond between the art and the artist, rather the same customer goes back to the same artist for every one of many tattoos over their lifetime, or the relationship between the artist and his canvas lasts only as long as the person's first tattoo, the art and the artist become a milestone in that person's life and a part of their future through the ink. I personally have two tattoos from two different artists that sling ink in two different states, and I have fond memories of the souls that left those marks on me just as they each keep a photograph of the work that they did on me in their portfolios. There is doubtless a special bond between the tattoo artist and the man he marks.

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Lian-Madcap [2011-08-06 15:15:51 +0000 UTC]

very interesting questions!
In my opinion, people who decide to get a tattoo are going to have a piece of artwork on themselves, and most of times these are forever. This is very important: it means that what they're going to get on their skin means something deep and personal to them and they give tattoos artists the possibility to express their art.
Also artists are important (no tattoos without them): they let the dreams and the real personality of the person who's going to be tattooed to come out and be seen.
In this sense, tattoo can really be considered a form of "interactive" art... and the fact that ancient people used it to summon powers for important actions (such as hunting or other religious rituals) means that it was already considered a way to interact with spirits and other people.
I don't have any tattoo (but I hope I'll get some soon! ), but I think that the relationship between the artist and the one who gets tattooed is extremely particular: tattoos are particular artwork which let a very particular idea, feeling, a belief or whatever to be seen (and appreciated!) by the whole world...

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LugiasPal [2011-08-06 10:53:45 +0000 UTC]

I have three tattoos, and all pokemon, and i am happy to have them, i also have a diffrent account dedicated to pokemon tatt's

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RowanShield [2011-08-06 10:38:32 +0000 UTC]

I am studying archaeology and am interested in the idea of personal adornment form earliest times - cultural, symbolic and art. My daughter is a tattoist and copied a tattoo for me onto my thigh. It is in the Scythian style from the Pazyryck people - amongst the earliest known tattoos from bodies preserved in the permafrost of Siberia

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