Mean, bold, fierce - some of the attributes associated with a tiger tattoo. The symbolism of the tiger does not end here, however. Invincibility, might and power may also come to mind when one encounters an image of this beautiful animal.

Breaking onto the tattoo scene during the late 1990's, lower back tattoos are still very popular a decade later. Designs for lower back tattoos range from small or large symbols or designs that are placed centrally on the lower back, to large oblong designs that follow the curves of the lower back and buttocks.

Let's assume that you've contemplated all the effects of having a tattoo. It's been contemplated that it'll be a lifelong commitment and is an enduring mark on the body, leaving out having it surgically removed.

Lower back tattoos have been steadily growing in popularity since the early 1990's. But since the millenium the growth in the number of these tattoos has been explosive.

Have you noticed that it seems that every second person these days is proudly showing their tattoos. You have the traditional older guys who have been wearing tattoos for ages as well as young women and men who have just started on their ‘tattoo collection’.

Up until recently, the best thing and the worst thing about tattoos is that they were totally permanent. When we hold strong feelings; about a person, a belief system, a political or social ideology or an opinion on what we consider beautiful, we truly believe we are going to feel that way forever.

Fairy tattoos are quite a popular choice for women, although they are chosen by men as well. This creature from mythology, literature, and television can be found on arms, the lower back, the shoulder, and other areas of the body.

Tribal tattoos have become increasingly popular since bursting onto the modern tattoo scene in the early 1990's. There's something about their simple strength and beauty that is compelling, even to people who otherwise may not like tattoos.

Congratulations on your new body art design. If you are like most people who get their first tattoo, this tattoo will not end up being your only one. But before you head back to the tattoo parlor for your second one, it is important that you care for the first one properly.

Maori tribal tattoos are instant hits these days. They are not only overwhelming with art, but they are teeming with allegory of primeval people of New Zealand.