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Way, way back in 1971, I found myself in San Francisco. It was the generation of "hippie" flower children. I got tattooed in Lyle Tuttle's old shop at Market & 7th Street, upstairs. Lyle tattooed Janis Joplin.

Sooner or later, I moved to Florida where I met Don Nolan, a tattoo man extraordinaire! He created an Oriental design of flowing water, flowers and coi. Life was good...

"Peggi Hurley, 1986 National's Best Tattooed Female" Such an honor!

I was taught the sacred art of tattooing by Don Nolan, Gill Montie, Bill Hannong and many other kind and dedicated tattooers. The old school comes to mind. Things do seem to come full circle. I grew up in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, and in 1994, I moved myself and the business from Florida back home.

 As Ancient Art endures the test of time, many wonderful memories have been made and plenty more are in the making. We are a family of tattooed folks.

Raven Tattoo Design

Great looking back tattoo design, a Celtic raven tattoo design

Tribal Tattoo Sexy

Tribal Tattoo for Sexy Girl

Tribal Tattoo for Sexy Girl

Tribal Tattoo for Sexy Girl

Flowers - While some consider flower tattoos to be "old hat", they seem to be making somewhat of a revival in the popularity stakes. Ideal for your first tattoo as they are the epitome of femininity and sexiness. There are any number of flower options from roses (red, white or pink) and rosebuds through to Cherry blossoms (great with an elegant Japanese tattoo), lilies and even orchids. In fact, as far as flowers are concerned, you are only limited by your imagination and what is important for you. Each flower has its own meaning which is great if you are looking for something of significance in your life.

Tattoos and Tattoo Pictures

In recent years, the laser has become the gold standard for tattoo removal. However, there are other methods with varying degrees of safety and effectiveness.

Surgical excision, electro-cautery, dermabrasion, and ablation with a carbon-dioxide laser (different from the non-ablative Q-switched laser used in today’s tattoo removal) were methods used more often in years past. Total removal could often be achieved with these methods. The price, however, was usually a significant scar and / or significant pigmentary changes. These methods may still be used today on some patients for whom laser tattoo removal is not recommended; for example, those with allergies to tattoo ink are not candidates for laser tattoo removal.


Another method sometimes used is chemical removal, which involves the introduction of a saline or other solution via a tattooing needle. However, the medical community does not generally place a lot of faith in the safety and effectiveness of this method when compared with that of laser tattoo removal. In fact, some cases have shown that the ink does not resolve at all with this method, resulting in a mere "blurring" of the tattoo.

IPL (intense pulsed light) is also sometimes touted as a newer method for tattoo removal. However, although IPL has been shown to be effective for skin rejuvenation, there is considerable controversy surrounding its use for tattoo removal. According to many leading authorities on laser tattoo removal, this method is of highly dubious effectiveness and can even be dangerous when used for this purpose. Scarring and pigmentation problems are some of the concerns with this approach.

Best Pinup Tattoo

Best Pinup Girls Tattoo

Best Pinup Girls Tattoo

Best Pinup Girls Tattoo

Best Pinup Girls Tattoo

Tribal Butterfly Tattoo

Tribal tattoo is usually done in deep blue or black. The tribal butterfly tattoo can also be done in green or have other colors intermingled in the design. It is commonly found in the traditions of Hawaii, Polynesia and New Zealand. The butterfly is a positive symbol of change.

The tribal butterfly tattoo has a long history. This implies it is steeped in meaning and ritual. It is thought the tribal butterfly image is the same as the one that is carved into the totem poles of various clans and tribes. Originally, a tattoo of a butterfly would have included the shape of the butterfly within a patterned design.

However, in the modern world more and more women are opting for a tribal butterfly tattoo. They want an image that is more realistic and easily recognizable as a butterfly. Women choose a butterfly that is tribal because they are very pretty, fragile and can be colorful. This definitely suits the psyche of women as opposed to those who prefer a much darker expression in their tattoos.

This tattoo is perfect for placement on your upper shoulder or arm. Many people do have this tattoo placed on their ankle or wrist. Butterfly tattoo designs are also being placed more frequently on the back of the neck. Women are particularly fond of this. When they wear their hair down the tattoo is hidden. When they wear their hair up the tattoo is revealed.

In most cultures the butterfly is a creature of mystery. A rather ugly caterpillar changes into a beautiful butterfly. The tattoo can be a symbol of positive change. Individuals who are free spirited very often opt for this universal symbol of freedom. The butterfly is also admired for its great beauty and so it is a symbol that is chosen by women.

The tattoo can be as intricate or as simple as you want it to be. Men who use this tattoo usually opt for one that has a single tone. However, these tattoo designs can have as many colors as your tattooist feels is possible. When this tattoo is worn by a man it has a completely different look to the one worn by a woman. Tribal art can take on the appearance of strength or fragility.

It is thought women also love this tattoo because in real life a butterfly is so hard to catch. Its great beauty makes us want to catch it but it always seems to be just out of reach. The symbolism of this creature is captured with this tattoo. Tattooists also enjoy this design because it allows them to use many tones if you want them to.

The tribal butterfly tattoo is a symbol that is understood by all cultures. It can also be one of the designs small enough to be kept personal. There are a surprising number of people who have a personal tattoo. A tribal butterfly tattoo is so attractive it appeals to a wide number of people.

Flower Tattoo Sexy

Flower tattoos are generally patronized by women. This is perfect for portraying a prudent tattoo. Flowers generally exist for an impression that they are mild, gentle, and beautiful. This is find to be perfect for women who wants to get tattoo because it has a feminine connotation, although some men also choose flower design. Men who choose such tattoo integrate it with something very manly in appearance. Some integrates flower tattoo with a skull or a dagger. It somehow diverts the mildness of a flower design to something brave and strong.

Tattoos with flowers represent the loveliness of a woman. It displays a beauty that is commonly appreciated. It is relayed through different kinds of flower tattoos, each with their own symbolism and significance. It matters that a tattoo has a strong or mild color, single or multiple color, or if the flower design is engraved as a bunch or a stem. Every detail leads to an important impression and therefore should pass a careful decision.

The choice of your tattoo design should be according to your preference. It is understand that one factor in considering the design of your flower tattoo is the acceptance and knowledge of the symbolism of the design itself. Rose tattoos are the most famous maybe because it was introduced long time ago. Rose tattoos convey different meaning. Its meaning varies upon its color. The very eternal is the red rose. It means love. Pink rose symbolizes admiration. White rose is for innocence. A rosebud is for beauty. Orange rose means passion while a purple rose emphasizes a love at first sight.

Cherry blossom is a nice tattoo design. Women would love it because it is very feminine. In China, cherry blossom calls for female beauty and love. However, cherry blossoms are perceived differently in Japan. In Japan, cherry blossoms symbolize transience of life.

Lily is another popular flower tattoo design. In general, lilies symbolize purity; however, its meaning varies depending on its kind. Its meaning also varies depending on culture. It is said that in ancient Egypt, lily means fertility. On the other hand, lilies are for innocence, in medieval times. The tiger lily means pride. Calla lily calls for beauty, while an orange lily calls for hatred. A yellow lily is perceived to be a sign of flirting.

Lotus tattoo design is much appreciated because of the value that it signifies. Its meaning is very impressive since it represents for a person who has gone difficult times but was able to survive and became even stronger! Lotus signifies good luck and respect. It is largely seen in Indian and Chinese mythology.

Daisy, which means loyalty and faith, is also used for flower tattoo. This is very ladylike, women love it. Hibiscus tattoo is made known because of its symbolism. Hibiscus generally means delicate beauty. It calls for care and tender. This kind of tattoo is often used by culture women in Hawaii as a sign of their readiness to get married and find a partner.