Tattooing

Tattoos are a controversial subject when it comes to the employer, fellow employees, and EEOC. Just because one believes they have the freedom to do as they want with their bodies does not mean it belongs in the workplace. Tattoos have been around for thousands of years widely used in Indian ceremony’s, then seen as a rebellious act by criminals and rebels around the 1800 to 1900’s, all up to today where it is more widely accepted by most. Per Pew Research Survey, 23 percent of all Americans…

Is a Tattoo Right for You? Style is changing as society changes, something that is becoming more popular is tattoos. Tattoos are becoming more of a common fashion icon not only does it make you stand out from the majority but there can even be a meaningful story told behind the tattoo but not always. When getting a tattoo there should always be some things to consider prior. Tattoos are a great way to express certain things in your life or just simply put something permanent on your body but…

Tattoos no longer represent the outcasts of society, but instead perpetuate the notion of self expression for the sole gain and satisfaction of the individual. The history of tattooing has lead to a new form of self expression that allows tattoos to truly mean anything to the individual who bears them. The purpose of tattoos now, for the most part, is to demonstrate a person’s individuality. Tattoos are also sought after for the…

January 3rd, 2015. On this day I chose to get a permanent reminder of an organization that had significantly impacted my life. To Write Love on Her Arms is a non-profit organization that works to help those struggling with mental illnesses, such as depression, self-harm, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. I was twelve years old when I happened to come across this organization. I can’t remember the exact date or what I should’ve been doing at the time, but I was browsing through YouTube. I…

In the United States, 45 million people have at least one tattoo. They are becoming increasingly more common in western societies. While people get tattoos for many different reasons, some of the common reasons to get inked are to show memory of a loved one, as a way to show self-expression, to represent overcoming obstacles, or for cultural reasons. Despite the fact tattoos are on a rise, there are still many who negatively stereotype the people who have them. They are often put into the…

Tool for seeking the self Tattoos have been around for years, however, Millennials are getting more body ink than any generation. Known for being the trophy generation who are notoriously criticized for forging their distinctive lifestyle and having commitment issues, Millennials are swiftly redefining are norms. Most young people have struggled at some point with figuring out who they might be but millennials who “lack loyalty” are committing to tattoos not only to express their identity…

A tattoo artist is a professional that will typically create tattoo based on what each client wants. The tattoo artist doesn’t always do tattoos, they also do piercings and brandings. New tattoo artist would want to work in an existing tattoo shop. To work at a tattoo and piercing studio, you must have a minimum of 2 to 5 years shop experience. An employee must have a solid art work and a portfolio demonstrating to quality. A career in the art industry business requires specific skills and…

nonjudgmental towards matters that were once prohibited, such as women’s right to vote, legalizing gay marriage and even marijuana, but tattooing is somewhat still being considered against the social norms and values. Tattoo’s can be reviewed as a form of art, culture or religion and as it defines and helps explain many phases of life for an individual. Tattooing has been a part of mankind’s history for centuries and recently had an outstanding comeback to the society with the help of culture,…

Tattooing In The Workplace Tattoos have been apart of American culture as long as the country itself. People use it to display messages that have deep meaning to them, or simply something that they find pretty. Regardless of why they got the tattoo, they can be fired from whatever job they have because of the art they choose to display on their skin. There are laws protecting one from being fired for their sexuality, gender, and race, but none for having tattoos. An employer can fire their…

Day commences by positioning the reader to acknowledge the past history of tattoos, and the significance they held before their original meanings were lost. She states that there were a sign of “deviance” and “criminality”, words which are infused with rebellion, distaste, and shock. By this effect, she conveys that tattoos have been historically looked down upon over the course of history. Consequently, the reader may seek to view those with tattoos in a less positive light, as they are…