Are tattoed people stereotyped?

[Matthew]

Nice to see it sparked a nice debate and lots of honest opinions. I agree, we all go on first impressions, it's part of what makes us human. Reinardina, don't worry, I researched the design for several days using authentic sites that teach Chinese, the artist who tattooed me confirmed it too, haha....would be a bit embarrassing to go around with "egg fried rice" or "lawnmower" permanently on your skin 

[Reinardina]

Nice to see it sparked a nice debate and lots of honest opinions. I agree, we all go on first impressions, it's part of what makes us human. Reinardina, don't worry, I researched the design for several days using authentic sites that teach Chinese, the artist who tattooed me confirmed it too, haha....would be a bit embarrassing to go around with "egg fried rice" or "lawnmower" permanently on your skin 

If it was lawnmower, Mick might ban you from this site!

[Oldboy]

Nice to see it sparked a nice debate and lots of honest opinions. I agree, we all go on first impressions, it's part of what makes us human. Reinardina, don't worry, I researched the design for several days using authentic sites that teach Chinese, the artist who tattooed me confirmed it too, haha....would be a bit embarrassing to go around with "egg fried rice" or "lawnmower" permanently on your skin 

If it was lawnmower, Mick might ban you from this site!

[spinner]

When I was a young man, Jo Brand's viewpoint was prevalent. I've come to accept it's entirely different now a days. Both my kids and their friends have tats, they're all 30 somethings. My prevalent thought however is, "you'll be sorry when you're old". Oddly though the other day I heard a radio ad for laser tattoo removal, so I wonder if the trend is going off.

[ABERS]

Does anybody have body piercing, that other form of self proclamation that seems to be designed either to shock or throw airport scanners into mayhem.

A parcel delvery driver called a couple of months ago with what looked like two bath plugs inserted into his ear lobes plus a variety of metal objects inserted into various parts of his face. 

What's that all about?   

[Oldboy]

Does anybody have body piercing, that other form of self proclamation that seems to be designed either to shock or throw airport scanners into mayhem.

A parcel delvery driver called a couple of months ago with what looked like two bath plugs inserted into his ear lobes plus a variety of metal objects inserted into various parts of his face. 

What's that all about?   

He's into heavy metal! 

[Cabbyjohn]

I once saw a hippy type couple, mid 30s on Piccadilly railway station Manchester. Apart from being very heavily tattooed,  they both had dozens of rings piercing their top and bottom lips, ears eyes and nose's. They looked hideous. I would hate to think what they will look like if and when they have all the rings removed.   

[Markulous]

Can't say I'm keen nowadays and am always reminded of Helen Mirren's comment on the tat she has on her hand: "Had it done when I was significantly drunk and, now everyone's got one, am embarrassed by it". I used to like them when they were unusual and interesting but bored by them now

[alexharrison101]

Does anybody have body piercing, that other form of self proclamation that seems to be designed either to shock or throw airport scanners into mayhem.

A parcel delvery driver called a couple of months ago with what looked like two bath plugs inserted into his ear lobes plus a variety of metal objects inserted into various parts of his face. 

What's that all about?   

I have a lip piercing and used to have my eyebrow and ears x 2 in each...lip piercing is the only one I wear any more and I take it out for work.

[Matthew]

Does anybody have body piercing, that other form of self proclamation that seems to be designed either to shock or throw airport scanners into mayhem.

A parcel delvery driver called a couple of months ago with what looked like two bath plugs inserted into his ear lobes plus a variety of metal objects inserted into various parts of his face. 

What's that all about?   

I hope his next delivery isn't a consignment of fridge magnets......

[Jediboy]

I'm hoping o get anther tattoo soon. It'll be discreet again, work on wife not too keen on anything too visible. Got some ideas so hopefully not too long now.
I think that tattooing as almost addictive, and people with one tattoo will likely get another.

[alexharrison101]

I'm hoping o get anther tattoo soon. It'll be discreet again, work on wife not too keen on anything too visible. Got some ideas so hopefully not too long now.
I think that tattooing as almost addictive, and people with one tattoo will likely get another.

i'd agree with the addictive nature of tattooing. i'm already eyeing up my next one - again, like you, it will be in a discreet place.

[ABERS]

Out of interest , how much does a tattoo cost?

[alexharrison101]

depends on the skill/reputation of the tattooist, size and amount of colour. some do price by time taken too. mine have ranged between £25 and £60. for the same ones i was quoted £120-155 at a different tattooist, so it really can vary...

[Oldboy]

Out of interest , how much does a tattoo cost?

Are you thinking of having one done?