LIVING ART

I personally do not have a tattoo but every time I see one I want to ask ....why do you do that to yourself?" The responses were simple ...I love art - of all kinds.I thought it was the most exotic and beautiful medium I had ever seen. Most  get  tattoos based around things like: fairies, butterflies, dragons and flowers . Tattoos are special not only for the designs, but also who designed them.
I appreciate the artistry of tattoos but also enjoy the mystery of learning about someone without having to talk. We all judge, and first impressions probably carry more weight than they should. Whatever your feelings are about tattoos, one thing is for sure: There's definitely more than meets the eye.

We crave individuality and self expression. And now many people wear their artistic expression. We are having more trouble communicating with each other than ever before. So, it's not surprising that there's a growing trend toward communication via body ink. We don't have to talk, we just have to look.

I chose not to have a tattoo because the beauty of life is that it's unexpected and we change with our experiences. What we stand for and believe in at 18 is very different than 35 or 60. If we stood for one thing in life and it never changed, then this would be a very boring place to be.
Entranced as I am by the strange beauty of blue, green and red limbs,I cannot imagine getting a tattoo myself.
It all hurts,but some tattoos hurt more than others.The more extensive, rich, careful and beautiful the work of art that is pounded by a needle into your body, the longer you have to endure that pain.
The images created in tattooing may seem permanent ,but it is generally limited to the life of the wearer, which is often shorter than that of conventional drawings and paintings.The prospect of preserving skin seems morbid, it’s worth acknowledging that similar preserved tattooed canvases are available for viewing at medical museums.

It’s a form of expression and art,I think you should get a tattoo that you know would be timeless, that you will never regret and that you’ll look at and always appreciate.You find yourself ignoring clothes and looking at an inky foot, a spider-web neck, a dragon shoulder. The decorations shine up skin, make it different and mysterious. artists trained in traditional fine art are beginning to take on tattooing and brought with them all sorts of tools and techniques. Tattooing is recognized by government agencies as both an art form and a profession and tattoo-related art work is the subject of museum, gallery art shows across the United States.

People who are into tattoos know that it's an art.For most people, collecting is a simple hobby that produces enjoyment. People may collect anything from dolls, to stamps to bottle caps, literally anything. But in some cases the need to collect can become a compulsion. In this case many individuals, who view themselves as collectors of tattoos,  become addicted to increasing their collection. These tattoo collectors will sacrifice work or personal relationships in favor of collecting.

It's definitely more socially acceptable, more creative. It includes every age now, every walk of life. It is not only young people who are taking the plunge,I know people in their 60s getting their first tattoo.Where you put the tattoo, how may tattoos you have, what the tattoos is and the size of the tattoos all help shape the emotional response of the viewer. A personal connection to the tattoo is the most important factor and will ensure a lasting connection to the piece.
The change is permanent. You are a work of art.

FINGERNAIL ART
 I felt the need to put in an honorable mention for fingernail art.Even though it is not my thing nevertheless I have seen some eye catching incredible designs on fingernails.Nail art is the practice of painting decorative designs on your fingernails. It is a type of art. These days fingernails and toenails are seen by some as important points of beauty.

It is a growing art form worth Billions across North America.It's not hard to see that some of the world's best designers and artists are behind these fingernail artworks. Nail art designs are as varied as their wearers. There are a variety of designs available, ranging from subtle and understated to funky and outrageous. . While the more intricate designs are best left to a professional, it’s possible to create simple nail art at home. . Many beginners like to copy from pictures they have found on the Internet or in books. Some larger nail salons also offer classes for people interested in learning how to do their own art. However, even people with minimal artistic talent can learn to freehand geometric shapes or floral designs.
If you think you're too young or too old, unattractive or not, it doesn't matter because you can still have beautiful artistic nails..Many women love the freedom of expression they have and feel their nails are mini canvases for their creativity,represent a silent, powerful voice for women  and serves as a boost to your self-esteem ..in addition it provides a  women something more unique. In today’s slow economy this can mean a lot ..you do not have to spend an absolute fortune on it. .It can give you the opportunity to follow the trends... so Even If you don't like it after a day or two, you can take it off.