Tattoo - Essay
Tattoos, an art form? What was once seen as a taboo thing, similar to drugs, or secret societys it has been changed into a fashion statement. What was once seen on gang members, and sailors, is now seen on the teacher, on the athlete. It has become a respected talent and skill, to be able to creat art on someones skin, and allow it to show.
Due to times changing, and opinions on something that used to be taboo, tattoos have become mainstream and accepted in our society___ History of Tattoos. Humans have tattooed themselves for thousands of years Evidence shows cavemen tattooed themselves-dating back to 5,200 bce. Caveman showed tattoos on lower back, knees and ankles, tattoos of little “x’s, that could be marking areas of stress and strain. That would show tribe affiliation. They would prick their skin and use natural dyes on themselves. The Egyptians furthered the art of tattooing. Many mummies have visible tattoos, with markings on their arms or fingers, or even their face. The most famous Egyptian was Amunet. She was a priestess who was found in Thebes and had several lines tattooed on her body. There were many reasons for having these tattoos such as a connection with the Divine (Gods) or as a sacrifice, which was prominent then. It was essentially a way of life for them. Tattooing tools have been found in Egypt, bronze instruments used to put the ink in place. Tattoos serve as amulets, status symbols, declarations of love, signs of religious beliefs, adornments and even signs of punishment. Tattoos then spread throughout time. The Native Americans even had tattoos when put on when preparing for battle. Current natives, such as the natives in the Amazon have tattoos to this day, as do the Maori tribes.
Body art has broken out of the biker bars and headed into the mainstream society, with TV and celebrities endorsing them. Angelina Jolie is an example, getting Tibetan scripture as well as Buddhist symbols. David Beckham has gotten everything, from stars
Due to times changing, and opinions on something that used to be taboo, tattoos have become mainstream and accepted in our society___ History of Tattoos. Humans have tattooed themselves for thousands of years Evidence shows cavemen tattooed themselves-dating back to 5,200 bce. Caveman showed tattoos on lower back, knees and ankles, tattoos of little “x’s, that could be marking areas of stress and strain. That would show tribe affiliation. They would prick their skin and use natural dyes on themselves. The Egyptians furthered the art of tattooing. Many mummies have visible tattoos, with markings on their arms or fingers, or even their face. The most famous Egyptian was Amunet. She was a priestess who was found in Thebes and had several lines tattooed on her body. There were many reasons for having these tattoos such as a connection with the Divine (Gods) or as a sacrifice, which was prominent then. It was essentially a way of life for them. Tattooing tools have been found in Egypt, bronze instruments used to put the ink in place. Tattoos serve as amulets, status symbols, declarations of love, signs of religious beliefs, adornments and even signs of punishment. Tattoos then spread throughout time. The Native Americans even had tattoos when put on when preparing for battle. Current natives, such as the natives in the Amazon have tattoos to this day, as do the Maori tribes.
Body art has broken out of the biker bars and headed into the mainstream society, with TV and celebrities endorsing them. Angelina Jolie is an example, getting Tibetan scripture as well as Buddhist symbols. David Beckham has gotten everything, from stars