Tattoos

billyhead

Just wondering what other peoples opinions of them are? When you see someone with one do you instantly stereotype them as being low class etc

mikom

billyhead wrote: »

Tatoos
Just wondering what other peoples opions of them are? When you see someone with one do you instantly stereotype them as being low class etc

Depends............. If they can spell I give them a pass.

Scioch

No.

cynder

I have a tattoo of a peace dove on my arm, some tattoos are fantastic, artistic and visually impressive, others a scummy ( daggers going up the lower limbs) the tattoos I mean...

Oh unless there is a swastika on their fore head then I would be thinking they are a bit odd,

I love the Celtic bands around the arms and cool designs on the feet.

mauzo

I have 2. Both hidden, both personal to me .

Wouldnt judge anyone on anything they do with their own body

'tis the young professionals with the tribal ones on the upper arm I think are daft, lack of originality, boring. The sir name on the arm in Irish is worse again.

Dangerous Man

If you judge someone by a tattoo you're a clown.

Edit: Wait I take that back - sometimes you're a clown. I once saw a guy with a shaved head sitting in a bar in Dublin years ago. He had the Nike swoosh thing tattooed on the side of his head. Yes, I'm judging him thank you very much.

AnonoBoy

Loads of nice ones. Loads of tacky ones.

It all depends on what they are, where they are and who they're on.

steddyeddy

I have three and I dont regret any of them. Their not visible unless Im naked anyway. If people think Im lower class for having a bit of body art well their probrably not very intelligent people.

RoverJames

RoverJames wrote: »

'tis the young professionals with the tribal ones on the upper arm I think are daft, lack of originality, boring. The sir name on the arm in Irish is worse again.

Kind of agree. One of my best friends has several tribal tattoos on his upper arm, though and he's really sound. I always wonder why he didn't think they were tacky and unoriginal because in general he hates stuff like that.

candy-gal1

Love them tbh, as long as their not of something ridiculous or samey like something that doesnt mean anything to them, whenever i see tattoos on anyone my eyes are usually drawn towards that, seeing what it is, what it could mean etc
As long as their hidden enough just in case etc, have as many as you want, why not imho

Uriel.

Like most other posters, it's not really the fact that anyone has a tattoo its probably more about the type of tattoo they have. Tattoos can look fantastic and are often done very a mix of art/appearance and personal reasons.

All in all I don't judge people just because they are inked

Knex*

I've wanted one for ages but I just don't know where to get it, or if I'll still like it in 5 years time etc. Usual story I suppose.

Working in IT and Business would mean I can't get one that's easily visible anyway unfortunately. Still, can see myself with one in particular within the next year or two.

Certain tattoos have certain connotations certainly, such as the tramp stamp for example, but there are a lot of nice tats out there that mean a lot to their bearer so I am definitely in the pro tattoo camp.

outnumbered82

I think they are nice I have 2 both mean something and are hidden. The one thing i would never do is have a tattoo of someones name! Know to many ppl who made that mistake

SusieBlue

I have two. They're in discreet, unseen places and are small in size. One is for my daughter, the other is an inspiring quote that was said to me when I was going through a very rough time.

I don't regret them. Tattoos are like everything else, if they're done tastefully they are an art. People who judge others for having tattoos are clowns.

Where To

Don't see the point in vanity stamps, but if someone wants to brand themselves like cattle that's their business.

Morag

billyhead wrote: »

Just wondering what other peoples opinions of them are? When you see someone with one do you instantly stereotype them as being low class etc

That tends to be the opinion of the older generations.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHXZA_5XMJ4

kfallon

I have two, one on each foot, one is an 'L' the other is an 'R', I just hope to God I got them the right way round

:pac:

SmilingLurker

I am not a fan. But so long as they are not offensive (e.g. racist) not really my concern. I think visible ones might effect your employment prospects.

Have seen good art, but most are awful.

Faith+1

I have a rose just above my heart with the words Father. Very classy.

wonderfulname

Wouldn't judge someone for having a tattoo, but what it depicts and how well it sits/nicely it's done would be a big aspect of a first impression for me as it's permanent and a choice, although even at that those initial assumptions could be thrown out in minutes.

But I have one, and I'm planning to get more work done, so that opinion probably doesn't count for much.

o1s1n

I've seen some great ones online. Sadly most of the tattoos I've seen in person have been awful

kfallon

I got a chewing gum with mine

maximoose

Have 4, planning more when I get a bit of money and ideas together.

If you judge people for having them, you're a tool.

Cienciano

You can almost guess the year of someones tattoo because of what designs were "in" that year. Celtic designs, chinese writing, tribal tattoos
Most celtic designs are terrible, but the odd one is done well. Same with the tribal ones, most are like this. Good ones are few and far between. If you're going to do it spend the money and do it right.

All tramp stamps are woeful, no exceptions.

maximoose

Cienciano wrote: »

All tramp stamps are woeful, no exceptions.

I know a guy with an actual tramp stamp. It is horrific. Needless to say he regrets it a lot.

Carazy

Most tattoos that are ugly. Well especially the ones I have seen on people here in Ireland. The whole 'it means something special to me' is just an excuse that you got branded like an animal because you couldn't deal with guilt,death,family etc.

sureitsgrand

I don't judge people for having a tattoo. But if they have one I'll judge them by what type of tattoo it is.

Esoteric_

I like tattoos in general, but it all depends on what you get done and where. That girl that got 56 stars tattooed on her face looked ridiculous, and I think chinese writing or celtic crosses on the arms are tacky.

I don't mind big tattoos or ostentatious tattoos as long as they're well done and look nice!

I have two tattoos, both on my lower calves (right next to the ankle) and both are fairly small (one is about 2 inches long, one inch in height, the other is about 3-4 inches long, 1 inch or less in height), but I'll be getting a lot of stuff added to the second one. My tattoos are easily hidden and are represent some extremely important things to me, as will the next tattoo I get. I've never been judged for having tattoos either. My mother hates tattoos but even she likes mine, and I've never had anything but compliments, or somebody asking what they mean (one is a number, one is the word 'creideamh.).


Tattoos are no longer just for the lower classes of people. They're a very common trend now, although I think a lot of people who get them need to think a bit more carefully about them. I've met too many people who regret theirs. Even my best friend is getting one of hers removed as she regrets it so much.

What I've also noticed, which písses me off, is that there are so many people who don't bother going to a reputable place, or don't have a well drawn out idea of what they want, and they end up with badly done tattoos, no symmetry, patchy colour/shading, etc. This annoys me because if it's on your body for life, you should damn well make sure you're going somewhere where it'll be a well done tattoo, even if it costs more than other places.

Esoteric_

Carazy wrote: »

Most tattoos that are ugly. Well especially the ones I have seen on people here in Ireland. The whole 'it means something special to me' is just an excuse that you got branded like an animal because you couldn't deal with guilt,death,family etc.

That's one hell of a generalisation.

My tattoos mean something to me, and the meanings have nothing to do with guilt, death, family, etc. My two tattoos are pretty, small and celebrate huge milestones in my life that I never thought I'd reach. My tattoos are a celebration of where I've come from and what I've been through and I will continue to celebrate huge achievements I make (I don't mean things like college, jobs, kids, marriage, I mean personal things) with tattoos as every time I see the ones I have, I feel damn proud of myself.

mr_edge_to_you

Not a fan at all.

I saw someone recently who had a where's Wally behind their ear. If I'm a "tool" for judging that person as an idiot fair enough. I think it is ridiculous some of the stuff people get done.

It is a trend that will fade away like everything else except they are permanent.

Saw a tattoo parlour in Dublin last week offering laser removal. I think it's going to big business.

Paddy Cow

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antodeco

My OH has 9. If they are done properly they're nice. In proper places and proper ink so it's not faded after a few months that's cool!

Esoteric_

antodeco wrote: »

My OH has 9. If they are done properly they're nice. In proper places and proper ink so it's not faded after a few months that's cool!

Agreed 100%. I hate when people get them badly done and they end up patchy, lumpy or just plain badly drawn.

I've had one of mine for 3 and a half years and it hasn't faded one bit because I don't expose to the elements constantly (sunlight makes them fade faster) and because I took care of it. The other one is only about 8 months old but showing no signs of needing a touch up.

mauzo

Paddy Cow wrote: »

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I saw it, and I thought jeez thats horrible i wonder if its a man or a woman...manly hands!

Then I realised I am in fact an absolute idiot

D1stant

I hate them

It used to be, fado fado that the Irish didnt have tattoos and the English did. I naively thought this was a sign of class. What a gob****e I was (am)

Anyone remember the days when kids wore badges of their favourite bands on their parkas?

Tattoos are for people with no personality or imagination.

Dangerous Man

Carazy wrote: »

Most tattoos that are ugly. Well especially the ones I have seen on people here in Ireland. The whole 'it means something special to me' is just an excuse that you got branded like an animal because you couldn't deal with guilt,death,family etc.

Your opinion is pretty fucking ugly to be honest. Horrendous.

Esoteric_

D1stant wrote: »

Tattoos are for people with no personality or imagination.

So those people you see with amazing, self designed pieces of artwork that they get tattooed onto their bodies are lacking in imagination? How can one draw a great piece of artwork and be lacking imagination?

jessiejam

I used to have a parka with ub40 rules and bob marley patches... god what was i thinking.
Just as well i didn't get a tatoo of that at the time!

Dont mind tatoos on others. I think they are nicer on men. But i have one on my upper shoulder but it was years ago and wish i didn't bother...

D1stant

LyndaMcL wrote: »

So those people you see with amazing, self designed pieces of artwork that they get tattooed onto their bodies are lacking in imagination? How can one draw a great piece of artwork and be lacking imagination?

And that might be geee ~ .5% of all of them? Sorry. Wearing your oh-so- intersting heart on you sleeve smacks of insecurity to me. Its pretty boring really

Esoteric_

D1stant wrote: »

And that might be geee ~ .5% of all of them? Sorry. Wearing your oh-so- intersting heart on you sleeve smacks of insecurity to me. Its pretty boring really

do you really think so few people design their own?

Also, I wear my heart on my calves, if we're talking about tattoos.

VEN

this guy form uruguay is very talented at it, almost 3-d
http://www.victorportugal.com

starbelgrade

D1stant wrote: »

Tattoos are for people with no personality or imagination.

From the man who brought us imaginative threads such as...

- Why does David Norris have an English accent?

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=74443241

- Convertibles = ****?

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=72586392

and the amazing...

- Why do I hate Gilmore so much?

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=78847377


I have a suspicion that if you had a tattoo, it would be one of Joe Duffy's face.

D1stant

starbelgrade wrote: »

From the man who brought us imaginative threads such as...

- Why does David Norris have an English accent?

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=74443241

- Convertibles = ****?

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=72586392

and the amazing...

- Why do I hate Gilmore so much?

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=78847377


I have a suspicion that if you had a tattoo, it would be one of Joe Duffy's face.

LOL

I'm flatter(n)ed by the research

Savage Tyrant

I have 2 full sleeves and my back tattooed, so I certainly wouldn't judge somebody for having them.
I prefer to judge a person on the merit of their actions towards others rather than their appearance.

OMARS_COMING_

if you get a tattoo then you are pretty sad to be honest.

Think about it,what is the point in them? they are there for life and serve no purpose make you look like a pikey.

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Savage Tyrant

OMARS_COMING_ wrote: »

if you get a tattoo then you are pretty sad to be honest.

Think about it,what is the point in them? they are there for life and serve no purpose make you look like a pikey.

Why buy nice clothes? Why get your ears pierced? Why cut and brush your hair? Why shave? Why care about your appearance at all?

Esoteric_

OMARS_COMING_ wrote: »

if you get a tattoo then you are pretty sad to be honest.

Think about it,what is the point in them? they are there for life and serve no purpose make you look like a pikey.

I have tattoos and I'm far from sad. In fact, I'm pretty happy. :pac:

They serve a purpose. They can be a reminder of a great or difficult time in your life, they could be something that you enjoy the look of on your skin, etc. Same as piercings, except they are there for life.

Pierced ears are a fashion statement, as are tattoos. Piercings serve no real purpose, the only reason they're not bitched about as much as tattoos is because they're something that everyone has (aside from myself because piercings freak me out, I don't know a single person, male or female without pierced ears at least) and they can be taken out. They leave scars though!

D1stant

Savage Tyrant wrote: »

I have 2 full sleeves and my back tattooed, so I certainly wouldn't judge somebody for having them.
I prefer to judge a person on the merit of their actions towards others rather than their appearance.

Me2

Dont you see the contradiction?

dd972

Notice a certain trend in 20 something males in having the whole arm sleeve tattooed, a lot of premiership footballers have it as well, can't help thinking what if this goes out of fashion in five years time? Loads of people stuck with tats they don't want anymore

Dangerous Man

OMARS_COMING_ wrote: »

if you get a tattoo then you are pretty sad to be honest.

Think about it,what is the point in them? they are there for life and serve no purpose make you look like a pikey.

After Hours people. Just do what I do. Put people like this on your ignore list - hey presto! no more nonsense! It works, I swear.