Tattoos

Chopper Tattoo - Gives you the largest selection of top quality tattoo designs, everything from Dragon tattoos and Tribal Tattoos to Celtic, Gothic, Armbands, Lower Back tattoos, tattoo lettering and more.  When you have found a design you like, just print it out and take it to your favorite tattoo parlor. 

Tattoo Me Now - The ultimate tattoo design gallery has a huge database of tattoo designs of all kinds. Membership allows you to search and print thousands of tattoos from over 40 categories It also has photos of tattoos (not just designs), a tattoo studio directory, and many free bonuses for members.

Tattoo Designs

Alex's Butterfly Tattoos - Offers suggested designs, with a user-submitted gallery.

Art City Tattoo - Selection of freehand and custom work as well as contact information.

Blndsght - Features oil paintings, charcoal drawings, and collages by Watson Atkinson.

Brad Bako Tattoo - A site showcasing the tattoo work, flash design, drawings and airbrushed paintings by Brad Bako.

China Tattoo Art - Gallery of chinese tattoos and bodyart.

Dragonfly Ink Custom Tattoo - Specializes in botanical and natural images. Located in San Francisco

Electric Tattooing by Tim Creed - Gallery for Tim Creed, a Texan artist.

Eviltattoo - Large collection with flash animation.

HyperspaceStudios - The powerful artwork of Guy Aitchison and Michele Wortman. Tattoos, paintings, and photographs.

Joel Long-Artist - Artist who specializes in watercolor paintings and tattoo art. Influences are Japanese and American traditional.

MCM's Tattoo Journal - Photos and description of mostly Asian style work.

Oukoshisei - Display and explanation of examples of the traditional Japanese art of irezumi.

Oxygen Tattoo - Galleries of tattoo designs classified by artist and motif.

Sharp Tattoos - Galleries of tattoos which is mostly original custom work. Specializes in fantasy art.

Siddhamrastu - Gallery with many examples of blackwork tattoos.

Skin Asylum - Tattoo community with large collection of designs submitted from members. Also includes a forum.

Skully Tattoo - Cover-ups, tribal, celtic and other works showcased. Flash, aftercare information, and an FAQ.

Strike The Box - A collection of fire fighter design ideas. Also contains a World Trade Center tribute page and submissions instructions.

Tao of Tattoos - Offers photographs, interviews, an ezine and a forum.

Tas Tattooing - Thumbprint gallery of tribal style works, black and white artwork section, and an artist profile.

Tattoo Artists - Tattoo art photo gallery and community. Tattoo artists can post photos of their tattoos and chat with other artists.

Tattoo: Chattanooga Tattoo Artist - A tattoo gallery website featuring photos of tattoo by Jesse, a tattoo artist at Standard Ink, Chattanooga, TN.

Tattoo Designs Gallery - Gallery of tattoo images categorised with free viewable thumbnails.

Tattoo Pictures Museum - John E. Holland's categorized tattoo flash galleries.

Tattoo Works - Images of works by various artists as well as contact details for each, basic background information, and flash.

TattooNow.com - View galleries of custom tattoos, designs, and original artwork.

Tattoos By Shad - Selection of previous works and background information, as well as links and contact details for this traveling artist. Available in French and English.

Tattoos.ch - Swiss tattoos site with gallery of tattoos from convention visits and visitor submissions.

Tattooz - Thumbnail images of completed works and various flash designs.

Tribal Tattoo Galleries - Tribal, Oriental, and ancient designs. Links, books, forums, and videos.

Tattoo information and background

AcidBaby.com - Art by Albert Jeffers. Original flash, links, an image gallery, and frequently asked questions. Also contains machines for sale, instructions on ink making, cleaning, and sterilization.

The Amsterdam Tattoo Museum - Virtual tour with images of flash and machines from around the world.

Artelino: The Magic of Art - Introduction and background on Japanese tattoo art with reference to tattoo images in Japanese prints.

Barnadreams - Solar tattoos that can be applied temporarily leaving a design after sunbathing. Contact information and an image gallery.

Bodyart /Tattoo FAQ - Answers to general questions. Contains sections covering such items as: sanitation, aftercare, removal, and artists listings.

Celebrity Tattoos - Descriptions and photos of tattoos worn by historical figures and modern day celebrities.

Everything about all tattoos - galeries of tatoos which are explained and commented. All kind of tattos are represented. A Web ring exists, and the meanings of all common tattoos are explained.

Horimono: The Japanese Tattoo - The culture, significance, and history of traditional Japanese tattoos. Includes translations of Japanese work and designs by the author.

Horitaka - An apprentice of Horiyoshi III. Images, links, and writings.

Ink Brothers - Information on the progress of this site in the making. Future plans are included as well as contact details.

Japan Tattoo Art - Images, artwork, equipment information, artist and studio listing and links. [Japanese and English]

Midnight Tattoo Discussion Forum - Those interested in tattoos and body art are welcome to join.

Religious Tattoos - Information on the Judeo-Christian bodyart history and contemporary expressions. Image galleries, links, and a bible support section.

Starlight Tattoo - Gallery of designs, calendar of events, and a FAQ section. Also provides inks and supplies, as well as information about artists' legal defense.

Tat-2-Duck - Mobile tattoo parlor, portfolio, flash, health information regarding the process and aftercare of tattoos, a bookstore, and links. Also contains piercing and body modification information.

Tatdude - Community providing information for artists and patrons. Features studio listings, chat rooms, a help wanted section, flash shop, and web ring information.

The Tattoo Baby Doll Project - An exhibition of work by Sherri Wood in collaboration with various artists. Contains an image gallery of adorned dolls, background information on the project and a description of its goals.

The Tattoo Convention Calendar - Features a 'Top 50' list of events, detailed information on various events with photographs, reviews, and jury details. Available in English and German.

Tattoo Design.com - Studio directory, convention listings, FAQ, general piercing information, supplier list, book reviews, and an image gallery.

Tattoodles - Custom artwork from various artists. Free tour, membership information, and a chat forum.

Triangle Tattoo and Museum - Located in Fort Bragg, California, and dedicated to the display of tattoo artifacts.

Vanishing Tattoo, The - Offers image galleries, meanings of popular tattoo designs and symbols, lists of celebrity tattoos, historical information and contests. Explores tribal tattooing in different cultures around the world.

Andy Feehan: Tattooed Pigs and Hairless Dogs - Narrative illustrated chronology of art projects done between 1976 and 1984.

The China Experience: Tattoo in Chinese Minorities - Highlights the Drung and Dai traditions and history. [Travel China Weekly]

Chinese Tattoo: Ci Shen - History, famous works, synonyms, and links.

Icons of Flesh - Outlines the history and relationship to sociopathy, specifically the "Love/Hate" knuckles. By James F. Hooper. [Psychiatry Online]

Soyouwanna Get a Tattoo - Outlines safety, choosing a design, finding an artist, aftercare, and removal.

Tattoo Shop 'Draws' Students, Grandmas - By Jeff Pruitt. Highlights the Flyin' Gypsy studio. [The Auburn Plainsman]

Tattoo Traditions - Traditions and designs as interpreted by Tricia Allen, a doctoral candidate in Anthropology at the University of Hawaii.

Tattooing and Scarification - By Ted Polhemus and Housk Randall. [The Customized Body]

Tattoos - Brief selections regarding various aspects of permanent skin modifications including: health and safety, removal, and related links. [How Stuff Works]

Tattoos and Permanent Makeup - Information on the possible risks involved in getting and removing tattoos, and how to report adverse reactions. A fact sheet from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration,

Tattoos: Cool or Not So Cool? - Discusses what the Bible has to say about body adornment practices. [Vision Ministries]

People and their tattoos

Adam Sky Tattoos - Artist at Sacred Heart Tattoo studio. Portfolio, profile, contact information. [Vancouver, BC]

Andrew Moore Art - Custom designs, a paintings and drawing section, artist profile, and contact information.

Art and Soul Tattoo - Tattoo gallery of various artists.

BlueStarr - Thumbnail gallery of finished works, location details, flash section, and a guestbook.

Body Modifications By Matthew Ricci - This site shares a short artists' biography, photographs of his work, custom flash, and a selection of links.

Brandon Bond - Tattoo articles, news, flash, drawings.

Buzzchap's - Images of bird tattoos and flattop haircuts. Background information on the author and links.

Cafferine's Favorite Tattoos - Photos of tattoos in black & white and color.

Catt's Cats and Tats - Pictures of an almost-complete body suit.

Cecelia Tattoo - Portfolio of work, contact information and bio.

Dale's Custom Tattoos - Includes an image gallery of previous work by Dale Shipe and contact information.

Dan Hazelton Tattooing - Bio, flash, photos, information about conventions.

Dimon Taturin - Celtic tattoo art by Estonian tattooist.

Dog Tattoo - Narrative and photographic account of a first tattoo and the process involved to get it. Artist Don Nolan.

Dreamland Creations - Contains information on the history of tattooing, flash, aftercare information, and an image gallery. Illustrations, and comics of Myke Maldonado, a New York City artist, are also available for viewing.

Eddie Yeary - Completely bonkers and people let me put tattoo ink on them.

Eddie's Tattoo Page - Features an image gallery; submissions accepted, as well as removal information, a FAQ, and links.

Frost Tattoos - Artist based in Manheim, Pennsylvania. Offers photo galleries of his work, a profile, and related links.

Grubby's House of Body Art - Tattoo convention information, galleries, flash, and tattoo Bible verse.

I am Tattoos.com - Custom tattooing and bodyart by artist David Heydn. Located in Virginia.

Idamae Tattoo Debut - Original and collaborative work as a vehicle to express magickal intentions.

InKeys.com - Artist background information, flash section, image galleries, related listings, and an aftercare section.

Inksane Art - One artist's progression from tattoo apprentice to certified tattooist.

Ivarsoy.as - Personal homepage with large collection of tattoo flashes.

Jon Reed Tattooer - Offers images of previously done work in traditional style as well as a flash section. This artist is available at Atomic Tattoo in Austin, Texas.

Joshua Carlton - Brief biography, gallery of his work, and news.

Ko e Tatatau - Contains information about the Tongan tattoo traditions, its history and revival.

KrimTattoo - Gallery of tattoos.

Lango Tattoo - Portfolio of tattoo's graffitti, and other artwork.

Lil Joe - Thailand based artist with a gallery of previous works, aftercare information, and private appointment details.

Lucky Lotus Studio - Online portfolio of Steve Shales.

Marco Serio - Custom tattoos by Marco Serio.

Necropolis Tattoo - Professional tattoo and airbrush artwork by Travis King.

Oktober's Tattoos - Stories and pictures of tattoos collected since 1993, features stages of a full-body tribal tattoo.

Permanent Dedications - Features tattoos inspired by music, bands and lyrics.

Pluto's World Friendship Tour - A description of a seven year trip around the world by motorcycle. Contains bodyart, poetry, famous quotes, and music.

Rae's Tattoo Gallery - Photos and discussions about the meaning of her adornments.

Reeses Pieces - Some photos and commentary on her body art. Also contains links to other personal pages.

Russ Abott - Tattoos, paintings and flash.

Ryuujin - Photos of traditional Japanese backpieces and other artwork. Links to Shibari and Japanese culture.

Sal Franco - Photos of work and information on a tattoo artist in the Southeastern New Mexico area.

Scamp Tattoo - Image gallery and narrative of Susan's tattoo travels. Artist: Trevor Marshall.

Shads Art - Gallery, appointment information, artist biography, and contact information.

Sick-O-Nah - Los Angeles tattoo artist's personal website. Features photos of tattoos as well as drawing by the artist.

Talon Studio Tattoo - Featuring a portfolio of previous works by Raya, as well as tips, art work, merchandise, a convention and events list, and a flash section.

Tat of the Month - Features a gallery of adorned celebrities as well as submitted photographs.

Tatoos Tattos - Humorous look at tattoos.

Tattoo Artist Russell Parish - Gallery featuring the work of Russell Parish, as well as background and contact details.

Tattoo Designs - Tattoo designs and personal stories about tattoos.

Tattoo You - A selection of tribal and Celtic designs, contact information and some background details.

Tattoo Zoo - Tattoo history, image library, tattoo ideas.

TattooGrinder - Artist background information and availability, image galleries, and flash.

Tattooing and Anarchy by Cherry Cola - An artist explores her world of eleven years of tattooing in the Hood and the Hills.

Tattoos - Features galleries of animal, symbol, stipple, dragon tattoos.

Tattoos by Chris Haase - Racine Wisconsin tattoo artist's site.

Tattoos By Stacy - Galleries include large in-progress tattoos, paintings, flash, and people photos.

Tattoos by Traci - Online portfolio and links for artist in West Virginia.

Tattooz by Bat - A selection of pictures, free flash, an aftercare section, and free classifieds.

Theo Jak's Illuminata Stigmata - Artist, Theo Jak, offers flash, a photo gallery, and other basic information.

Tribal Tattooing by Rori. - Custom designed contemporary tribal artwork portfolio, news section pertaining to recent competitions and events, as well as an aftercare information sheet.

Udi Da - A gallery of body and performance art from a Scottish artist.

Vadimtattoo - Contains a portfolio of tatoos and contact information.

Wendy Vigo - Cyberfolio - Collection of artwork and tribal tattoo designs.

Wiccania's Tattoo - Images and personal insights regarding a first tattoo.

Yatush Art & Tattoo Site - A portfolio of bodyart, paintings, photography, sculptures, drawings and flash.

Youngblood - Artist offering an image gallery of previous works and appointment information.

Zack's Art - Galleries of artwork and tattoos by Minneapolis tattooer Zack Kinsey. Japanese and traditional Americana style.

Tattoo Magazines

BME: Body Modification Ezine - Comprehensive resource on piercing, tattoos, scarification, subincision, castration and all other forms of body modification.

Body Paint Magazine - Convention and event listings, ordering information, resources and contact information.

Body Play Magazine - Non-fiction writings and photographs pertaining to body modification as a lifestyle, fetish, ritual, performance art and spiritual practice.

Crave Tattoo and Body Modification - Monthly publication providing information on equipment and services for tattoo professionals.

Every Tattoo Magazine - E-zine that showcases categorized pictures of tattoos, an after care guide, convention list and forum.

Ink Brothers - Articles, artist of the month, piercing galleries, tattoos, scarification and branding, as well as a message board and submission instructions.

InkedBlog - Articles, photographs, and stories regarding tattoo art.

International Tattoo Art Magazine - Features of the current months issue, subscription information and back issue ordering details.

Machinegun Magazine - A forum for the exchange and discussion of ideas about tattooing and the equipment used. Previous issue section, contests, basic information and highlights.

Modified Mind - Newsletter subscription, link directory for jewelry suppliers, forums, artists and studio listings. Also features reviews and a forum.

My Tattoo Ink - Image galleries, chat forum, FAQ section, web rings, convention listings and links.

Needled - Ezine for the tattoo world. News, articles, artists' profiles, and an events calendar.

Prick Magazine - Contains feature articles and archives. Piercing, tattoo and suspension galleries, links, contact information and a newsletter.

Real Henna - Purchasing information, image gallery, articles, links and information on submissions.

Skin and Ink - Contains a listing of studios and artist from around the world, reader's photographs, past issues, historical information on the art form, image galleries and subscription information.

Skin Deep and Skin Shots Tattoo Magazines - Includes subscription information as well as data on the latest publications, back issues and a forum.

Southern Tattoo - Listings of artists, studios and artwork from Australia and America. Contains competition dates, conventions, festivals and related articles.

SPC Online - A collection of information, articles and images pertaining to extreme body modification. Includes: amputations, unusual and multiple piercings, implants, facial and full-body tattoos and scarification. Links, book reviews, experiences and personal ads.

Tattoo Information - Information and articles on tattoos, piercing and extreme modification. Convention data, tattoo history and after care procedures.

Tattoo Life - Features previews of actual articles relating to the trends and traditions of this art form and the influence that skin art has had on other art forms. Contact information and photographs.

Tattoos Down Under - Australian based magazine with photographs, convention information, artist and studio reviews as well as directory listings.

Tattoos.com E-zine - Historical information from the tribal art of Borneo to the wood block prints of Japan. Alphabetical listing of studios around the world, events, links and an artist wanted section.

Tattooz.net - Articles, interviews, image galleries and free flash. Also contains studio listings, a featured "shop of the month" section, various contests, advertising information, a chat forum and a help wanted section.

Three Dead Mice - Multimedia e-zine that includes short films, interviews, photos, stories and audio clips about spotlighted artists in northern California.

Some tattoos listings from the ODP