In Andre’ Martin’s (2012) article, “On Teenagers and Tattoos”, he discusses the different reasons as to why adolescents would choose self expression by obtaining a tattoo or a piercing and how society views them, as well as how they view themselves. Martin deliberates many diverse reasons as to why teenagers choose to utilize their body as a canvas for art forms, or whether or not they are in a state of ignorance due to rebellion and self-acceptance. Martin conveys many innumerable reasons in this article concentrating on an individual’s right to express them as they see fit. Some teens tattoo or pierce themselves simply due to acceptance from acquaintances, others just to rebel against society.…
During the commencement of the essay the author’s objective seems to be to apprise the reader of the history of tattoos. I believe the author does a very good job of informing the reading audience of how our society deem tattooing as a misfit’s act. The essay also includes very insightful information regarding how people stereotype tattoos as a sign of a person with an unstable background. The information presented raises a few great questions, “Why, with these preconceived stereotypes do people still choose ink when it may contradict who they are as a person, what they may represent and why they have chosen to tattoo their body?” The essay also has a very interesting statistic. In America 40 million more people has at least one or more tattoos then in 1936. The information in this essay gives great insight about tattoos and the increase in popularity. The author did very good research, which helps inform the reader with valuable knowledge about the history of tattooing, the stigma behind it and the growing increase of popularity. I really like the author’s explanation of tattoo popularity in today’s society. It’s definitely a fact the majority of entertainers, models, and…
Each day tattoo artist are tattooing more and more people. Tattoos have become a normal sight to see on anyone. In today’s society, many citizens think badly of people with ink. It is becoming harder to obtain jobs because the business industry tends to judge tattoos as unprofessional. Honestly, it is not any different than someone expressing themselves with a hairstyle, or clothing choice. Some of the best employees could be looked over due to the ink on their skin. A person’s skin does not define their working abilities, nor does it define their education. Many people categorize tattooed people as delinquents; However, having a tattoo does not define a person’s work ability.…
David Brooks’ “Nonconformity is Skin Deep” argument that tattooing is becoming a social trend is persuasive; he backs this by stating that tattoos are everywhere, inescapable. He wants us to assume that behind every judge, teacher, lawyer, housewife, etc lurks ink. Brooks makes a mockery of the “tattoo fad” by writing, “these are expressions of commitment…they don’t always work out…but the longing for permanence is admirable” (Brooks).…
This paper will debate that regardless of the division of views within today’s society regarding the practice of tattooing, it has played a consistent as well as an important role in human culture with regards to identities.…
Andre Martin’s essay, “On Teenagers and Tattoos” discusses the cons of tattoos and piercings on teenagers. Although valid points are made, he views tattoos as a whole, as mutilations and cries for attention. He addresses how tattoos are a form of identity and ownership, as well as a permanent marking upon the body. The individual is in complete control and it gives teenagers the sense of stability that they long for. While valid points, Martin seems to look past the reason why a majority of adolescents get tattoos: for the enjoyment of them. Tattoos can often tell a lot about someone. They are permanent and can create an everlasting bond between the art and the individual getting it.…
This article is about how tattoos have become apart of popular culture and how it has influenced teens to get tattoos…
For millennia, men and woman have permanently marked their bodies by applying simple or complex designs with ink. It started as an ancient cultural tradition, then a mark of dangerous associations, or a sign of rebellion. Nowadays tattoos have become a popular and commercialized body modifications. Many are the reasons why people decided and still go through a painful and permanent procedure to mark their bodies. In ancient times, tattoos were applied for medical or religious reasons, in modern era can be considered a rebellious act, a way to proof our own individuality, or to perpetuate a moment or a person in our lives.…
personalities. Some of these tattoos consisted of dotted lines, animals, and intricate shapes. (“Native American Tattoos”).…
Another trend that is causing infection among a rising number of people is the “poke and stick party,” a scenario in which friends give each other tattoos in their homes. The parties They are viewed as being more fun rather than going to a parlor where they need to comply with regulations. Poke and stick parties are also rising in popularity is because it is a lot cheaper, or even free, to get it done by their friends. (Concern Growing). What they don’t seem to realize is how dangerous it is to have an someone do it in their unsterile home and how much the chance of infection increases because of it. Also, most of the time in this type of situation the piercer is unlicensed.…
The quiet hum of needles is a comforting sound to some people. They see it as a way to finally be able to show people who they are, and what they have been to, without having to tell them. The feeling of needles being stabbed into skin over and over and over again may hurt, but they see it as a small price to pay for a few hours or days in exchange for a beautiful piece of artwork that they can carry around with them for a lifetime. The view people have on tattoos today is divided, with some people who think they are pieces of art and forms of self expression that take a lot of time and money, or as markings that only criminals and ‘lower class citizens’ would get, something that lowers your self worth. Tattoos shouldn’t be seen as bad or gross,…
In his article “On Teenagers and Tattoos”, Dr. Andres Martin argued that, teenagers tend to get tattoos and piercings to seek group affiliation. Although families of the adolescent are usually against these body decorations of irreversible nature, studying more about why and how teenagers wear them can be an effective approach to learn more about teenagers.…
Thesis Statement: Where tattoos originated from, complications from tattoos and why they are so popular today.…
Growing up, I spent all my summers in Fiji, lost in the world wind of family members and the Hibiscus Festival. However, one thing that always got my eye was the tattoos almost everyone had on the island. It was so different to what I would see in America. Each tattoo was different, some were the standard black, while others were filled in with colors. Getting a tattoo is something that should carefully be thought about. No matter how beautiful it looks, it is something that you will have to look at everyday, your body and tattoo will grow together. Polynesian tattoos are not only meaningful, but from the first tattoo they were deemed as a ritual.…
symbolizing your deceased grandmother? How sweet. Unfortunately, that caused you the job. Good luck next time. Those with tattoos are discriminated against daily all over the US. They cause employers to stereotypically judge possible employees without considering their qualifications. Those who are qualified for the position and are tattooed have been affected by this for years. Also conservative business are affected because they are missing out on some great potential workers. Hopefully, this is will influence anybody who is planning on becoming a business owner, a manager, or an employer to look at the character of the person, rather than their body art. Also, it will influence others to work hard for what they want, and make smart choices on not only their tattoos, but life choices. Those with tattoos should be allowed to get a job they qualify for without discrimination because businesses could miss out on great employees, tattoos no longer stand for stereotypes, and tattoos don’t affect qualifications.…