Tattoo Stereotypes

Tattoos and people who have tattoos are often stereotyped as criminals or deviants. This association with the criminal underworld has helped and hindered tattooing. From the Yakuza to and an Outlaw Biker the first description to come to mind would be tattooed badass. However the cultural significance and association of a tattoo is quickly changing. You no longer have to drive a Harley or be an elite member of a Japanese gang to be adorned with art. From the Soccer Mom wanting a butterfly tattoo on her foot to a grandpa honoring a loved one lost, this mistaken identity is quickly diminishing. Don't get me wrong getting that first tattoo does evoke a rebellious sense of pride but isn't that really just because of the association we have with the art form. Hey, lets be real don't we all idealize at least one tattooed criminal icon. By human nature we want to explore, express, and share with the world who we are. Tattoos are a great way to express who we are or share a life experience, to hell with all the stereotypes.