Getting Inked

Everything and everyone has a story. Often, these stories are expressed through ink. Here I hope to share some experiences stated through the ink of tattoos and the ink of poetic writings. Some will be personal, and some will be through the lives of others.

If you have an inked story to share, let me know (jk.ink.mail@gmail.com). Send in a photo and your story and I will feature it here.

Even after the ink dries, the meaning underneath runs.

Enjoy.

4/19/09

Global Ink - Tattoo Hunter

Tattoos have histories and meanings that span the world. So many cultures share their stories through ink, and each is of course unique. I have watched the series "Tattoo Hunter" on Discovery Channel where tattoo anthropologist Lars Krutak visits different cultures to learn more about what role tattooing plays in their lives. He not only learns about it but lives it to truly understand how ink is embedded in who these people are and how they live. Then, if he is lucky enough, he has the privilege of getting a unique tattoo from each visit. All these different people, cultures, and beliefs in the world, yet if we look hard enough, a thread can connect us all. In this case, it is the sanctity of tattoos. If you can, I recommend checking out the series, or visit Krutak's site: Tattoo Anthropologist. It is all about understanding.
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