Wednesday, February 22, 2006

Update on the new book

I have talked to fifty people so far and the photos and stories I have received have been fascinating.  It seems that every tattoo has some special meaning to the owner or wearer which would never be realized by the average passerby.  That's what I am trying to accomplish with this work - what people have placed on their bodies speaks volumes to the type of person that they are inside, we have to look past our preconcived notions and prejudices to discover the true meanings behind the tattoos.  Everytime I receive a new photo of a tattoo and hear the story behind it I am amazed.

Thursday, February 2, 2006

Intro to this site

I thought I would write about this site to explain what I am trying to accomplish.  This summer I got an idea for a new book while working.  Many people today have tattoos and most people who see them often wonder what is the meaning behind the tattoo, at least I did.  So I started talking to people about them and putting their stories on paper.  Consequently, I am really learning alot and people have been great.  The friends I have talked to about the book can't wait to read it. So.....

I looking for more people to talk to.  If you have a great tattoo and are willing to share your story with myself, contact me.