Tattoo culture is ever-changing, and a new generation of clients is changing the definition of “tribal.” Cybersigilism, bio-organic, and digital tribal tattoos feature bold and well-defined graphics, futuristic imagery, organic designs, and Y2K style aesthetics. These tattoos are…
Australia has a distinctly Australian tattoo scene. The idea of a visual language emerging from a colonial society influenced by transportation, prison, isolation, and sailors slowly developed into a visual language that became linked to working-class identity, outlaw…
The furtive revolution is making its mark in the streets of the technology start-ups of Melbourne and the design firms of Sydney's Surry Hills. Gone are the days when tattoos used to be the preserve of sailors, rebels,…
Tattooing has undergone a cultural change in Australia during the last several decades. It is no longer a mark of the outlaw biker, the military veteran, and the traditional surfer, but rather a legitimate art form, revered by…
For decades, the tattoo parlors in Australia were all too often known as dark and rowdy places with large crowds of bikers, rockers, and tattoo veterans. These venues were significant in the history of tattooing but were not…
Tattoos of Australia's coastlines have been a popular choice among tattoo enthusiasts for a long time. Palm trees, crashing waves, compass designs, or simple geographic coordinates were used for years by surfers, divers, and beach lovers to mark…
Making a tattoo is a significant commitment. It is a combination of art, self-expression, and body modification on a permanent basis. In Australia, where our tattoo culture is faring well and is diverse, the artist selection is key.…
This is a certain type of anxiety that occurs approximately thirty minutes into a tattooing session. You are on the table, the needle is buzzing, and you look at your arm- a collection of your favorite flash designs,…