Tattoos and piercings yeah or nay - Page 8

**Nurvingiel** · 03-08-2008, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Eärniel

You could always try to draw one yourself in the style, or find someone who can do so for you.

For me, if I ever get one, I want it to be my own design. But considering I can't decide between the stylised whale I drew a few years back or maybe going for a frog, it's not going to be any time soon.

I'm surprised you don't have a frog tattoo already!

I am very fond of Haida art, and there is a frog one too! [link]

***Earniel*** · 03-09-2008, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Nurvingiel

I'm surprised you don't have a frog tattoo already!

I am very fond of Haida art, and there is a frog one too! [link]

Nurv, there are over 6000 species of frogs. I can't choose!

And my art skills aren't good enough with frogs yet. The Haida ones look nice, though.

**Mari** · 03-09-2008, 10:45 AM

You could try and see how many species fit on one human body... You could make an experiment out of it and you wouldn't have to choose!

Thain Peregrin Took I · 03-09-2008, 11:22 PM

I don't really like tattoos or tons of piercings, especially when someone has tattoos basically covering their whole body. And the thing about tattoos is that you'll probably want them off eventually (like when you're 80).
I have one piercing per ear. I think that people look ok with up to 2 or 3 piercings, though some people can pull off more. I probably would never get a tattoo, and if I did it would be small and in a spot that I could easily cover up if I worked in an office, etc. or for when I went to a nice event. (But I don't plan on getting one anyway.) Lip, nose, tongue, eyebrow, and bellybutton piercings just look awakward and/or painful to me, especially when you're eating for the lip and tongue ones.
It's not like I would'nt make friends with some people with tattoos or lots of piercings if they're nice people, it's just that tattoos/tons of piercings can make you look unapproachable if not done the right way.

BeardofPants · 03-10-2008, 12:15 AM

Wow... that's... narrowminded. Hope ya grow out of that. Judging books by covers, etc.

FTR, eating with a tongue stud is easy. You don't even notice once the pain goes away.

***Earniel*** · 03-10-2008, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Mari

You could try and see how many species fit on one human body... You could make an experiment out of it and you wouldn't have to choose!

I like frogs, but there is a limit. In this case I think 'less is more' applies.

Besides, what would I do if new species are discovered and I've run out of space?

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Originally Posted by Thain Peregrin Took I

And the thing about tattoos is that you'll probably want them off eventually (like when you're 80).

You'll probably want to get rid of your bad hip at 80 too, does that mean you should never have gotten the original?

Think of it this way: you had a nice tattoo to enjoy for a good 50 to 60 years when you turn 80. Most people may think that period worthwhile enough even if it turns ugly after 80.

(And not everybody gets to 80 to have such regrets in the first place...)

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Originally Posted by BeardofPants

FTR, eating with a tongue stud is easy. You don't even notice once the pain goes away.

To be honest, I had wondered about that too.

**Nurvingiel** · 03-10-2008, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by BeardofPants

Wow... that's... narrowminded. Hope ya grow out of that. Judging books by covers, etc.

Actually, I wouldn't say that's specifically narrow-minded because he/she is only put off by some tattoos. All humans have some kind of opinion about how people should look - we get this from our respective cultures. You're only narrow-minded if don't make an effort to ignore that "negative" aspect of someone's appearance, recognising that it's superficial and not a reflection on the person's character.

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Originally Posted by BeardofPants

FTR, eating with a tongue stud is easy. You don't even notice once the pain goes away.

I've heard the only problem is that some studs can chip your teeth, but you can find ones made of silicone (I think?) that won't. I think tongue studs are so cool, but like fancy shoes, they are things I want other people to have so I can enjoy looking at them.

Sadly, there's still a quasi-taboo on tattoos in the office. [link]

**Mari** · 03-10-2008, 03:50 PM

At work they asedk me to take out my second earpierce. It's only a very small stud and hardly noticeable... I was asked to put them back in when they too realized that the hole was more visible then the studs.

***Earniel*** · 03-10-2008, 04:02 PM

Sound familiar, several of my old class mates removed their piercings after graduating to improve their chances when they started looking for a job. I do have a colleague with three tattoos that are visible once in a while, but no one at work has got piercings except one or two small once in the ears.

**Mari** · 03-10-2008, 04:31 PM

Yes, I have 2 in both ears, the second pierce only having very small studs, you know, little pinkish thingies. *goes to check if they are even visible on the pic of her in the the pic-thread*

BeardofPants · 03-11-2008, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Nurvingiel

Actually, I wouldn't say that's specifically narrow-minded because he/she is only put off by some tattoos.

Wasn't that particular bit I was referring to. More this:

t's not like I would'nt make friends with some people with tattoos or lots of piercings if they're nice people, it's just that tattoos/tons of piercings can make you look unapproachable if not done the right way.

***Tessar*** · 03-11-2008, 02:12 AM

By the time I'M 80, I'm quite convinced there will be a way to remove the tattoo. Hopefully painlessly

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***Tessar*** · 03-11-2008, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Eärniel

I like frogs, but there is a limit. In this case I think 'less is more' applies.

Besides, what would I do if new species are discovered and I've run out of space?

The simple answer is to prepare yourself for that event NOW.

You need a larger canvas, and I don't think I'm the only one who's come to that conclusion.

... Chocolates, anyone? Earniel? Have a few. Dozen. Lets wide-screen this baby. ^_^

***Rían*** · 03-11-2008, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Mari

At work they asedk me to take out my second earpierce. It's only a very small stud and hardly noticeable... I was asked to put them back in when they too realized that the hole was more visible then the studs.

Heehee - that's funny!

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Originally Posted by Nurvingiel

Actually, I wouldn't say that's specifically narrow-minded because he/she is only put off by some tattoos.

Yeah, some are kind of hateful-looking.

I've been thinking of getting a little floral/plant thingy on my ankle, but I just had to have an MRI for my bum foot and they always ask if you have tatoos - why is that?

**Mari** · 03-11-2008, 05:10 AM

Perhaps the metals in the tattoo-ink can mess up the scan?
By the way: people with tattoos risk not being allowed to enter a pool or bath, or being asked to cover it up in Japan. Tattoos are strongly related to the yakuza (Japanese mafia), that's why.

***Earniel*** · 03-11-2008, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Tessar

... Chocolates, anyone? Earniel? Have a few. Dozen. Lets wide-screen this baby. ^_^

Gee, that's awefully thoughtful of you, Tessar, that way I don't even have to worry about ever getting to 80, the cirrhosis will see me off first!

sisterandcousinandaunt · 03-11-2008, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by BeardofPants

Wasn't that particular bit I was referring to. More this:

t's not like I would'nt make friends with some people with tattoos or lots of piercings if they're nice people, it's just that tattoos/tons of piercings can make you look unapproachable if not done the right way.

I actually thought that was a pretty moderate assessment. Many tattoos are designed to intimidate. It would be sad for the owners if they didn't work for that.

BeardofPants · 03-11-2008, 01:21 PM

*shrug* Maybe it's a matter of perception. A lot of tattooed people over here aren't. We have lots of 'traditional' ones worn by the maori & pacific island peoples.

sisterandcousinandaunt · 03-11-2008, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BeardofPants

*shrug* Maybe it's a matter of perception. A lot of tattooed people over here aren't. We have lots of 'traditional' ones worn by the maori & pacific island peoples.

Sure, a lot of people here aren't either. My sister has a tattoo, a less intimidating person you'll never meet. And I'm sure Thane PT wouldn't be concerned about her.

But a lot of tattoos here are associated with gangs. It's not all "body art." I have a friend who got herself a giant bird tattoo between her breasts for her 30th birthday. Looks like hell, but it's not scary. On the other hand, if you know anything about crime, you'd be an idiot to let a guy with a big gang tattoo mow your lawn.
http://www.ktvb.com/news/localnews/s....28d5b8db.html
It's a matter of perception, but it's also related to things that exist in the real world. It's not nancy-pants prejudice.

BeardofPants · 03-12-2008, 01:07 AM

If it's a gang tattoo, sure. I agree with you. What I disagree with is the 'tonnes of tattoos/piercings' bit. Just cos someone's inked up a lot, doesn't mean that they're a gang member, or should be perceived different / as a dangerous person. I mean, there are classic 'danger' tattoos, and if you wanna discriminate against inked people, those are the ones to go for. I guess, I just happened to know a few people who are covered in 'tonnes of tattoos'. That's all I'm saying. *shrug*

03-09-2008, 10:45 AM	#143
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03-09-2008, 11:22 PM	#144
Thain Peregrin Took I Thain of Randomness Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Most likely being completely random... Posts: 971	I don't really like tattoos or tons of piercings, especially when someone has tattoos basically covering their whole body. And the thing about tattoos is that you'll probably want them off eventually (like when you're 80). I have one piercing per ear. I think that people look ok with up to 2 or 3 piercings, though some people can pull off more. I probably would never get a tattoo, and if I did it would be small and in a spot that I could easily cover up if I worked in an office, etc. or for when I went to a nice event. (But I don't plan on getting one anyway.) Lip, nose, tongue, eyebrow, and bellybutton piercings just look awakward and/or painful to me, especially when you're eating for the lip and tongue ones. It's not like I would'nt make friends with some people with tattoos or lots of piercings if they're nice people, it's just that tattoos/tons of piercings can make you look unapproachable if not done the right way. __________________ Here we were trying to take Rommel, when who do we kidnap but Admiral Todley himself. What? Hahahaha. That wasn't the plan you know. - Col. Crittendon Monk: I'm 100% sure that she probably killed him. Stottlemeyer: What does that mean? Monk: 95%... I feel like Pepé Le Pew when he look up "pew" in the dictionary. French accent Le pew? Moi? Noo. -Shawn Spencer British accent It's a bobble head Bobbie! head bob -Special Agen Seely Booth

03-10-2008, 12:15 AM	#145
BeardofPants the Shrike Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA <3 Posts: 10,647	Wow... that's... narrowminded. Hope ya grow out of that. Judging books by covers, etc. FTR, eating with a tongue stud is easy. You don't even notice once the pain goes away. __________________ "Binary solo! 0000001! 00000011! 0000001! 00000011!" ~ The Humans are Dead, Flight of the Conchords

03-10-2008, 03:50 PM	#148
Mari Elf Lady Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: In the lands where mountains are but a fairytale Posts: 8,588	At work they asedk me to take out my second earpierce. It's only a very small stud and hardly noticeable... I was asked to put them back in when they too realized that the hole was more visible then the studs. __________________ Love always, deeply and true ★ Friends are those rare people who ask how we are and then wait to hear the answer. ★ Friendship is sharing openly, laughing often, trusting always, caring deeply. ...The Earth laughs in flowers ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson, "Hamatreya"...

03-10-2008, 04:02 PM	#149
*Earniel* The Chocoholic Sea Elf Administrator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: N?n in Eilph (Belgium) Posts: 14,363	Sound familiar, several of my old class mates removed their piercings after graduating to improve their chances when they started looking for a job. I do have a colleague with three tattoos that are visible once in a while, but no one at work has got piercings except one or two small once in the ears. __________________ We are not things.

03-10-2008, 04:31 PM	#150
Mari Elf Lady Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: In the lands where mountains are but a fairytale Posts: 8,588	Yes, I have 2 in both ears, the second pierce only having very small studs, you know, little pinkish thingies. goes to check if they are even visible on the pic of her in the the pic-thread __________________ Love always, deeply and true ★ Friends are those rare people who ask how we are and then wait to hear the answer. ★ Friendship is sharing openly, laughing often, trusting always, caring deeply. ...The Earth laughs in flowers ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson, "Hamatreya"...

03-11-2008, 02:12 AM	#152
*Tessar* Master and Wielder of the Cardboard Harp of Gondor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: IM IN UR POSTZ, EDITIN' UR WURDZ Posts: 6,433	By the time I'M 80, I'm quite convinced there will be a way to remove the tattoo. Hopefully painlessly .

03-11-2008, 05:10 AM	#155
Mari Elf Lady Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: In the lands where mountains are but a fairytale Posts: 8,588	Perhaps the metals in the tattoo-ink can mess up the scan? By the way: people with tattoos risk not being allowed to enter a pool or bath, or being asked to cover it up in Japan. Tattoos are strongly related to the yakuza (Japanese mafia), that's why. __________________ Love always, deeply and true ★ Friends are those rare people who ask how we are and then wait to hear the answer. ★ Friendship is sharing openly, laughing often, trusting always, caring deeply. ...The Earth laughs in flowers ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson, "Hamatreya"...

03-11-2008, 01:21 PM	#158
BeardofPants the Shrike Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA <3 Posts: 10,647	shrug Maybe it's a matter of perception. A lot of tattooed people over here aren't. We have lots of 'traditional' ones worn by the maori & pacific island peoples. __________________ "Binary solo! 0000001! 00000011! 0000001! 00000011!" ~ The Humans are Dead, Flight of the Conchords

03-12-2008, 01:07 AM	#160
BeardofPants the Shrike Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA <3 Posts: 10,647	If it's a gang tattoo, sure. I agree with you. What I disagree with is the 'tonnes of tattoos/piercings' bit. Just cos someone's inked up a lot, doesn't mean that they're a gang member, or should be perceived different / as a dangerous person. I mean, there are classic 'danger' tattoos, and if you wanna discriminate against inked people, those are the ones to go for. I guess, I just happened to know a few people who are covered in 'tonnes of tattoos'. That's all I'm saying. shrug __________________ "Binary solo! 0000001! 00000011! 0000001! 00000011!" ~ The Humans are Dead, Flight of the Conchords