Prison tattoo methods
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As mentioned in our previous blog post on the subject, prison tattooing is an illegal practise.  So what does this mean for inmates in prison who practise tattooing? How do they get access to the tools needed to perform the tattooing?  In this post we will be exploring some of these crude methods and tricks used in prison to carry out this ongoing and popular practise. The Stick & Poke Method The most popular and accessible method for tattooing in prison is the stick and poke method. As the name would suggest, it involves a pointed object (the stick) repeatedly being used to pi ..read more
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Prison tattoo Meanings
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3y ago
Prison Tattoos Although illegal, the practise of tattooing in prison is rampant amongst inmates, particularly those with ties to gang culture. Mechanical pencils, magnets, radio transistors, staples, paper clips and even guitar strings are some of the implements used within a prison environment to carry out the process of tattooing. ​ Common Prison Tattoos and their meanings: Teardrops: Probably the most known of the prison tattoos, the teardrop signifies an act of revenge (commonly murder) carried out by the inmate. These tattoos are usually found on the face, with a coloured in teardro ..read more
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Warrior Tattoo Meanings
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When we talk about warrior tattoos, think of tattoos with deep meanings connecting warriors to their heritage and embody a culture's history. Warrior tattoos have many different meanings depending on their origins, they can be of actual warriors or have tribal patterns (like the ones mentioned in our Polynesian blog post) and symbols.  Today we explore both.   Ancient Warrior Tattoo ​ These types of tattoos are generally looking to convey power, strength, primal instincts and fearlessness.  Ancient warrior tattoo designs consist of things like Vikings, Mongolians ..read more
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Polynesian Tattoo Meanings
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3y ago
The Polynesian culture is something that runs throughout the many islands dotted across the east of the Pacific Ocean.  These islands are small and populated by indigenous people that though thousand of miles apart they share the same culture.  Tattooing is embedded in the Polynesian culture and can be considered a ‘tribal’ thing. Coming from the word ‘Tatau’, 'Ta moka’ or ‘tatatau’ they have deeply seeded meanings from the shapes to the part of the body the tattoo is on.  ​ Polynesian Sun Tattoos Meanings Continuing where we left off in the last blog, when the Polynesian  ..read more
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Tattoo Meanings: Sun and Moon Tattoos
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As total opposites, one night and one day, as the sun and moon can often be thought as the yin and yang creating balance and unity.  There will be many reasons that people select this great tattoos, check out below for different meanings and things that accompany sun and moon tattoo designs. Sun and moon tattoo designs If you are looking for the best of both worlds then a simple sun and moon tattoo may be for you.  As mentioned above, the sun and moon often represent the Yin and Yang. The sun embodies masculine energy while the moon signifies a more feminine energy.  These two ..read more
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Tattoo Meanings Pt 4: - Military Tattoos
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Tattoos have been around a while now dating back 5000 years.  Some are cultural, some for religion, others to identify the bad and some to identify the wealthy.  Mostly though, tattoos were for those living outside on modern society like hobos, circus freaks etc.  In World War 2 when the Japanese invaded Pearl Harbour near Honolulu, tattooing and western culture changed forever. Norman Collins It seems whenever we talk about the origins of tattooing to western culture we mention Norman Collins, a former Navy man who went by the name of Sailor Jerry.  We have a post all ab ..read more
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Japanese Tattoo Meanings
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3y ago
In our third instalment of tattoo meanings we look at Japanese tattoo meanings, within this we look at the Japanese styles along with important symbols in Japanese cultures, Japanese word tattoos, Japanese nature tattoos, Japanese myths as well as Japanese animal tattoos.  So sit back and relax as Vida Loca Tattoo Bolton investigates.  A brief history of the Japanese Tattoo Japanese tattoos have been around since 5000 BC.  By 720 AD, tattoos were originally used to mark outcasts and criminals.  However, as the years went by prisoners and outc ..read more
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Ancient Greek Tattoos
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A Greek God or Greek Goddess, what is your preference? In this blog post we will look at Ancient Greek tattoos and their meanings.  This highlights our infatuation with Greek mythology and their stories. ​ Whether its a ancient greek sleeve tattoo, a leg tattoo or small ancient greek tattoo we pick out the meanings for our favourite greek characters so you can make the best choice for your next tattoo. Greek Mythology Tattoos Poseidon The greek religion hails Poseidon as the “God of sea”, the name itself means “lord of the earth”.  He holds a trident that was built by the three cyc ..read more
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Tattoo meanings Pt 1 - Math and Grammar
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3y ago
We have talked before about choosing a tattoo, We had the art or meaningful tattoo question.  For those looking for a meaningful tattoo often find it hard to get the perfect one.   ​Here at Vida Loca Tattoo Bolton, we want to help with questions like.. What are meaningful tattoo symbols? What are the tattoos with meaning for men? What are meaningful tattoos for family? Or even meaningful tattoos for life.   In this Blog we look at tattoo symbols and their meaning.  So if you are looking for a tattoo that will have the same meaning in 10, 20 or even 50 years time.  W ..read more
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Getting a Piercing
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3y ago
Chances are you’ve google “body piercings near me” and are now looking for some extra info on body piercing. Vida Loca Tattoo Bolton also offers body piercing and cosmetic tattoos.  We are going to look at our body piercings, we are going to cover what a body piercing is, how a body piercing is done / what is the piercing process and also if piercings are harmful to the body. Lets gooooo! What is a body piercing This is exactly what it sounds like.  But what does it sound like? Basically, a body piercing is when a skin is punctured by a gun or a needle.  Once the puncture or ho ..read more
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