Laser Tattoo Removal and Tattoo Judgment

Friday, February 18, 2011

Laser Tattoo Removal and Tattoo Judgment

In the process of compiling material for the Inflicting Ink Tattoo studio blog, it is only natural to run across negative tattoo stories from time to time. What seems to be trending at the moment however, is a very specific form of judgment and prejudice toward tattoos, piercings, and body art in general. While this could be seen as individual preference, what it often plays out as is severe restriction and limitation toward tattoo enthusiasts in the workplace, and socially as well.

The highly stereotypical assessment that all tattoo wearers are somehow flawed in their ability to mingle in higher realms of society is an archaic, inhumane, direct form of societal control, and harassing behavior. The idea that people who like body art are somehow associated with motorcycle gangs and illegal activity, or have moral compass issues, is deeply rooted in Hollywood and media hype. And frankly it really is time for us to get over this aspect of judging people because they look different, or choose to adorn their bodies differently than we would.

We are moving into a time where the 'tribe' as an outcropping of societal living is coming more into focus. The idea that we are all in this world together, to reach common goals and live common dreams, is becoming more and more prevalent. With this integration of common beliefs, we are naturally moving toward tribal societies; communities that care for one another and provide sustenance in all forms to each other through daily life and activities.

There is no room for segregation in this new world. Whether on a small business, or a corporate level, the time has come for the mind and soul of a person to be considered more important than how they look to us on a physical level. Our advancement and growth as a planet depends upon our being able to overcome these very stereotypes.

If we met a Maori tribesman who integrated into our community for some reason, would we segregate him because he bore tattoos all over his face? When we separate people into categories like this, we lose the ability to connect and learn from everyone.

The sudden expansion of laser tattoo removal has allowed for the removal of tattoos that the wearer no longer wishes to display. In most cases, the drive for tattoo removal is based upon a personal desire to be rid of a certain piece of a memory, or something that no longer speaks to the wearer. In how many cases however, is tattoo removal spurred by a desire to 'fit in' or to get that corporate job that will not allow you to have a tattoo in a visible place? As long as the tattoo in question is not violently offensive to people, why should this be an issue?

Very soon, there will no longer be the option of judging someone based upon stereotypes or appearance. Because everyone is vital to the community, and has a role to play, everyone will be completely at ease in their expression of their personality through their body art, or in any other way they like. Be true to yourself, and make your own choices. If someone tells you that you need to dress a certain way, or look a certain way to be a part of something, think long and hard before eliminating actual physical aspects of your appearance to fit in with their vision.

Naturally, if you yourself don't like your tattoo anymore, or it has faded and doesn't look the way it once did and you want to have it removed, by all means, find someone with a high quality laser tattoo removal machine, and go for it. If nothing else, it will free up valuable skin real estate for something even grander to replace it.
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Welcome to Inflicting Ink Tattoo. If you're looking for quality tattoo's from experienced artists in a clean, relaxed and professional environment then you have found the right place.

Our staff are professionally trained and come from diverse backgrounds, and they love to be challenged. At Inflicting Ink a tattoo is a special mark for each individual and is given its due respect. If you're in a hurry, you're in the wrong studio.

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We also specialize in LASER TATTOO REMOVAL!

Jeff Goyette Bio

Jeff Goyette was born and raised in Massachusetts where tattooing was illegal, and to this day is only allowed on a per community basis, with each community deciding for themselves whether to allow it or not. Jeff still wanted to be a tattoo artist, and so learned his trade and took it on the road with the tattoo tour where he continued his tattoo education through coursework and tour experience.

In 1993 Jeff opened Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio in Portsmouth RI as a way to get out of touring and establish some roots in the community. He has been in this location for 17 years. After a few years in the shop however, he wanted to use his traveling experience to be able to bring tattooing to people who might not have the chance to get to a brick-and-mortar shop.

So he built the Inflicting Ink Traveling Tattoo truck, over 73 feet of truck housing a state of the art, sterile, mobile tattoo facility ~ there is nothing else like it on the planet, literally, as the Guiness Book of World Records has named it the largest tattoo facility in the world, but simply has no category to place it in.

The truck travels to fairs, events, concerts, and even does private parties, drawing large crowds and those who do not have access to a local tattoo studio for their body art. Jeff loves when he can give back to a community, and often simply brings the truck to draw in numbers at charity events whenever possible, whether any tattooing will be done or not.

He and his artists model their work on the belief that a customer should always feel that they have received a quality piece of art, that the work is consistent, and that they can be proud of their tattoo as well as where it came from.