Tattooing

Explains how tattoos are placed into the skin and why they are permanent, discusses some of the dangers involved in getting a tattoo, describes options for getting rid of tattoos, including laser removal, intense pulsed light therapy, excision, dermabrasion, and saline injections, and examines the possible consequences of tattoo removal.

Provides information designed to help people make well-informed decisions about getting tattoos, discussing laws regarding tattoos, how to decide what type of tattoo to get and where to put it on the body, and how to choose a tattoo artist, and describing the inking process.

This guidebook artfully presents options for getting rid of unwanted body art, systematically discussing the ins and outs of the different removal methodslaser removal, impulse light therapy, dermabrasion, and even excisionas well as the risks and costs associated with each.

Explores the history of tattoo art around the world, offering insight into the methods and designs used by different cultures, the symbolism involved in tattoos, and the role of tattoo art in various cultural traditions.

Reviews the history of tattooing, and looks at the work of tattoo artists and the training they receive, tattooing equipment, and how tattoos are created.

Tattoos have gone from a symbol of shame and isolation to a widely accepted art form all over the world. The book looks at tattoo techniques and styles, from honored religious and cultural traditions of the East to the pop-culture inspired body art of the West.

Provides information designed to help people make well-informed decisions about getting tattoos, discussing laws regarding tattoos, how to decide what type of tattoo to get and where to put it on the body, and how to choose a tattoo artist, and describing the inking process.

Explains how tattoos are placed into the skin and why they are permanent, discusses some of the dangers involved in getting a tattoo, describes options for getting rid of tattoos, including laser removal, intense pulsed light therapy, excision, dermabrasion, and saline injections, and examines the possible consequences of tattoo removal.

Explores some of the reasons why people decide to get tattoos or other body decorations, discussing tattooing as a form of self-expression or cultural expression, to show pride as a member of the military or other service, as a religious symbol, and as a fashion statement.

Explore the various aspects of tattooing, both historical and modern, and learn about those who make, wear or study tattoos.