Tattoos have been used for thousands of years by humans as amulets, status symbols, declarations of love, and signs of religious beliefs. The author discusses four main types of tattoos: memorial tattoos to immortalize passed loved ones, tattoos as a form of self-expression and art, name tattoos to show love for another person, and street tattoos which can turn out well if done properly but are generally riskier than parlor tattoos. The author expresses their love of tattoos and belief that those who get them are bold for expressing themselves despite potential criticism.

1. By: Amina DuroTattoos

2. Introduction
Humans have marked their bodies with tattoos for thousands of
years. These permanent designs—sometimes plain, sometimes
elaborate, always personnel have served as amulets, status
symbols, declarations of love, signs of religious beliefs, adornments
and even forms of punishment. Tattooing is a growing trend and
will continue to grow. tattooing can be found all throughout history. it
is spread all around the world. in different countries and different
ethnicities. Personally I love tattoos and getting them many people
share my ideals. Any many people enjoy covering their bodies with
tattoos.

3. Tattooshavebecomearichpartofamericanculturetoday.

4. There many different styles and types of tattooing but in only naming 4

5. The first of the 4 are memorial tattoos.

6. Memorial tattoos are a way to immortalize a person
who has passed.

7. It is also a way to show that the person is still alive through
you.

8. Memorial tattoos can be found anywhere and can look like anything but the meaning it has to someone is always the
same

9. The next category is for the sake of art.

10. Many people use tattooing as a form of self-expression.

11. I believe people who get tattoos are bold bc they aren't afraid to
express themselves despite the negative criticism.

12. Tattooing is an art not defined by paper and the body is the canvas.
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13. The third type of tattoo would be Name tattoos.

14. Putting someone's name tattooed on your body is a way to show love for that person.

15. Names are significant bc they always mean a lot to
that person.

16. When you tattoos a name on you it symbolizes love .

17. Last but not least would be street tattoos.

18. Tattoos you get on the street dont always turn out good, It all depends on the
artist and their equipment.

19. Although it is dangerous and i don’t recommend it many street tattoos turn out great if
taken care of properly.

20. My family for letting me
photograph their tattoos.
As well as to
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Special thanksto..
Camilo Castillo
Marina villareal
Angie (cakes) layton
Patrina Olvera
patsy olvera
Roberta rivas
varissa rivas
Alana Duro