Tattoos

http://www.tattoo-abc.com/Social_Acceptance_of_Tattoos

I feel this website brings up many important issues regarding tattoos, particularly the way it is judged by others. As early as the 1960s, body art was very much frowned upon and those who had tattoos were believed to come from the bottom of the barrel of the society, but much has changed over the years and nowadays having a tattoo is seen as a cool and positive way of decorating your body. One of the reasons for this is the increasing number of celebrities who have chosen to have tattoos, big names such as actors Clint Eastwood and Ben Affleck, musicians Eminem and Bob Marley and sportsmen David Beckham and Allen Iverson.

Suddenly, the act of having a tattoo is respected and seen as an interesting and attractive way to alter the appearance of your body. I personally don’t have a tattoo but do think it can be attractive depending on what it is and its size, for example, I always have thought it is a nice touch to have your childs name on your back or arm. I do feel that it is important to put a lot of thought into a tattoo before having one, because although society is now more accepting towards tattoos, there are still many who frown upon them and when in a job interview or entering a club, it could be the slight reason which could cause rejection or refusal sadly. Plus as good as they look now they tend not to look as glamorous as our bodies age which can result in a costly tattoo removal!

I think part of the attraction of tattoos to some people can be the fact that it may still be regarded as a little naughty, although there is no law against it therefore they won't be punished despite the shock it may cause family (particularly parents) and friends. There is also the constant desire for attention that humans crave for which gives us the urge to do acts like this, where we may put symbols or art on our bodies which are totally different to anyone else. This attracts attention for stepping out of line and being an individual. Daring to be an individual can be risky as you are attempting something alone, but it takes confidence to do this, such as when you change a hairstyle or clothing style and this self-belief always deserves to be respected.