Tattoos have been a part of human culture for thousands of years, and they hold a wide variety of meanings and symbolic significance across different parts of the world. In many traditional cultures, tattoos were used as a form of ritual and spiritual expression.
For example, in Polynesia, tattoos were seen as a way to connect with ancestors and the spiritual world. They were often used to mark important events or milestones in an individual’s life such as coming of age, marriage, or the birth of a child. The designs and patterns used in these tattoos often had deep cultural and spiritual significance and were passed down through generations.
In Borneo, tattoos were used as a rite of passage and to signify social status. Tattoos were often given to young men and women as they reached adulthood, and the designs and patterns used in these tattoos often reflected the individual’s status within the community. For example, a person with many tattoos was considered to be more powerful and respected than someone with fewer tattoos.
In Asian cultures, tattoos were often used as a form of self-expression and rebellion.
For example, in Japan, tattoos were associated with the criminal underworld and were stigmatized for many years. However, in recent years, tattoos have become more accepted in Japan and are now seen as a form of self-expression and art. The traditional Japanese tattoo, known as “Irezumi,” is characterized by large, bold designs and bright colors, often featuring mythical creatures such as dragons and koi fish.
In Nepal, tattoos have a long history and cultural significance. The tradition of tattooing in Nepal is known as “Godna” and it is mainly practiced by the Tharu community. The tattoos are done by hand using a needle and thread and are often used to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck. The tattoos are often intricate and contain symbols such as animals and deities that are significant in the Hindu religion. The tattoos are not only a form of self-expression, but also an important part of the cultural and spiritual identity of the Tharu people. The practice of Godna is passed down through generations and is an important aspect of the Tharu culture. It is an integral part of the community’s social, cultural, and religious traditions.
Overall, tattoos hold a wide variety of meanings and symbolic significance across different cultures and parts of the world. From ancient rituals to modern self-expression, tattoos have played an essential role in human culture for thousands of years. They have been used to mark important events and milestones, and to express personal beliefs, cultural heritage, and spiritual significance. The cultural meaning of tattoos is a vast and intricate topic that spans different parts of the world and time, and it’s fascinating to see how different cultures have used tattoos to express themselves, and how they have evolved over time.
Nowadays, you can see a lot of new influences from all over the world and different cultures of tattoos in Nepal. The country is becoming a top destination for tattoo enthusiasts in Southeast Asia. There are many great tattoo shops in the country with new capable artists coming up every year.
If you are looking for some of the most popular tattoo shops in the city of Kathmandu and near, check out our previous series of blogs on tattoo shops here.
or if you want to know about the price of tattoos in Nepal check out this here.
के ट्याटूमा चोट पुग्छ? टाटु कत्तिको दर्दनाक छ?
Getting a tattoo is becoming quite popular in recent times even in Nepal. Anyone who is new to the tattoo world or is thinking of getting a tattoo will think about this question once!
"Does getting a Tattoo hurt?"
It is a very common question and a valid one as well. To simply answer this question,
"Yes, getting a Tattoo is painful, however the pain level is unnoticeable to high depending on the person, the parts where they are getting the tattoo done and also the technique how they get the tattoo done."
Tattooing is done by continuosly piercing the top layer of your skin with a needle that has pigment/color. So when you get continuosly pierced with a sharp object like a needle it is painful.
Everyone experiences pain at a different level. Some have a higher thresold level of Pain whereas some have a lower level. It also depends on the sex of the person. People who are male react to the pain differently to their female counterpart. Mostly the pain level depends on the part where you are getting the tattoo.
Where does it hurt the most?or the least?
1. Most Painful parts to get a tattoo
Armpits, Rib Cage, Nipples & Breasts, Groin Area, Knee Area, Head, Face, Ears, Lips, Hands, Finger
2. Least Painful parts to get a tattoo
Where there is a padded fat, tight skin and fewer nerve endings.
Forearm, Outer shoulders, outer biceps, outer thigh, upper and lower back.
How it feels like to get a Tattoo?
The feeling you get when you get tattooed is highly affected by where and how you are getting it done.
1. Burning Pain
जलेको पीडा महसुस हुन्छ जस्तो लाग्छ तपाईको छालाको बिरूद्ध लामो अवधिको लागि धेरै तातो केही थिचिएको छ। ट्याटू कलाकारले लामो समयसम्म काम गरेको क्षेत्रमा तपाईको छालाको कच्चापन र ट्याटूको सुईको परिणामले बारम्बार आघात आयो भने तपाईको छालालाई उहि ठाउँमा छेड्दा यो सब भन्दा सामान्य रूपमा महसुस हुन्छ। छालाको तल अधिक फ्याट भएको क्षेत्रहरूमा पनि यो सामान्य छ। जलेको दुखाइ प्रायः तीव्र हुँदैन, तर यो अत्यन्त चिढचिढो हुन सक्छ।
2. Dull Pain
जब सुई यसको तेज आवाज संग संग माथि आउँदछ र सुईको धारदार चुचुरोले तपाईंको छालालाई पहिले हिट गर्दछ, तपाईंको शरीरको प्रतिक्रिया एड्रेनालाईन जस्ता तनाव हार्मोनहरू उत्पादन गर्न सुरु गर्नु हो। यी हार्मोनहरूले वास्तवमा पृष्ठभूमिमा सुस्त दुखाइ जस्तो महसुस गरी पीडा कम गर्न काम गर्दछ। तपाईंको ट्याटु सत्रको बखत तपाईंले यो सुस्त दुखाइ परिवर्तन महसुस गर्न सक्नुहुनेछ वा कहिलेकाँही तीव्र पार्नुहुनेछ। ट्याटू गर्दा अर्को गतिविधिबाट विचलित हुनुभयो भने, जस्तो कि तपाईको कलाकारसँग कुरा गर्ने, संगीत सुन्ने, वा टिभी हेर्दा तपाई सुस्त दुखाइ चरणमा रहन सक्नुहुन्छ।
3. Scratching Pain
तपाईं ट्याटु प्राप्त गर्दा Scratching Pain सबैभन्दा सामान्य अनुभूति हुन्छ। यस प्रकारको पीडा ट्याटु गरिएको क्षेत्रको वरिपरि घुम्न गएको जस्तै महसुस गर्न सक्छ, मानौं कुनै बिरालोले आफ्नो छालामा पंजो तान्दै छ।
4. Vibrating Pain
तपाईं हड्डीको दुखाइ अनुभव गर्न सक्नुहुन्छ जब तपाईं धेरै हड्डीयुक्त ठाउँमा ट्याटू गरिरहनु भएको छ, जस्तै यी क्षेत्रहरूः बाहिरी नाडी कुहिनो पसल खुट्टा जब ट्याटूको सुईले छालालाई हड्डीमा छेड्छ, हड्डीको स्नायुहरूले कम्पनिंग अनुभूति लिन सक्छ, विशेष गरी यदि सुई एकदम तीव्र गतिमा सर्दै छ भने। यसले कम्पन पीडा निम्त्याउँछ।
When lockdown 2.0 was made effective in Nepal, it looked like the tattoo demand in Nepal was also heavily hit by the ban. However, it wasn’t the case to our surprise.
With many interactions with tattoo artists and people we have found that during the lockdown in Nepal, new people were interested in getting a tattoo as they got plenty of time for research and selection.
Even tattoo artists themselves started home tattoo service to their near ones and select people. The price of the tattoo in Nepal directly at home was however slightly expensive during the lockdown.
This rise in the tattoo craze and trend shows that the future of tattoo in Nepal will only grow bigger and more accepted by the people here.
To know about the trends in tattoo for women read this and top tattoos for men read this. If you want to know more about the price of tattoo in Nepal checkout here.
We all know how the outbreak of this pandemic is affecting our day-to-day life. We are forced to restrict ourselves to do what we really want to do completely. But we can still consider some very strict guidelines and give our life an artistic freedom right?
There seem to be many questions about the risk and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tattoo artists are at a medium exposure risk to get COVID-19 as they handle body fluids, blood and are near to people. There are high risks for both the clients and tattoo artists. So, there are few notable tips that tattoo artists and clients must follow to stay safe from COVID-19 such as:
1. Strict Appointment System Strict appointments must be followed. The clients must be asked a few questions before visiting the tattoo studio asking them about having any COVID-19 symptoms in the last few weeks and ask if they have been in any situations recently that may have raised their risk, like travelling or protesting. The appointments must be scheduled in a way that only limited people are in the studio.
2. Wear masks and gloves all the time Wearing masks and gloves are very important as the most common ways to spread transmission is through close contact between people. The virus that causes COVID-19 spreads primarily through droplets generated when an infected person coughs, sneezes or speaks. You can also get infected by touching contaminated surfaces. So, it is always important to wear gloves and a mask as they add an extra layer of protection.
3. Washing and sanitizing hands regularly after touching objects and surfaces The objects or surfaces which are likely to carry infections such as tables, doorknobs and handrails which is why washing hands regularly with soap and applying hand sanitizer thoroughly is very essential. The temperature must also be taken with the touchless thermometer before entering the studio.
4. High standard of cleanliness in workplace Client’s safety has always been the number one priority in tattooing and body piercings. It is very important to clean the machines and workplace tools to prevent cross contamination. Tattoo studios must maintain a high standard of cleanliness by disinfecting the high traffic areas regularly. Household cleaners and bleachers are effective in sanitizing the equipment and not to forget cleaning the electronics as well. Adding wipe-able covers to cellphones tablets can be very effective.
If you have to get a Tattoo during this COVID-19 pandemic, with these measures in mind We hope you get your perfect tattoo without risking yourself and others. Thank you.
These are the questions that a lot of people who want to get a tattoo to their artists. Followed by another question of “Why such high price for a small piece of Tattoo? It should be a lot cheaper”. Here we try to give you an answer to these questions.
Note* Please note that everything we are going to write here will differ slightly from one studio to another. Rates also will be different depending on the artist and country.This is only to give you a general idea why your artist is not necessarily trying to rip you off by charging you what they charge.
How much does a Tattoo Cost?
Tattoo artist charges
Some artists charge by the hour, some will charge by the piece. These days hourly charge is more popular.
Tattoo artists set their prices according to their skills, quality of work, and their experience.
This is why you should not shop around for the best price, but the best quality. It is definitely better to wait until you can afford to pay for a quality service from an experienced artist whose work you love instead of bargaining over prices.
It’s the same with plastic surgeons, the best ones charge the most because when it comes to your body and health you don’t want to go cheap, you are investing in yourself.
But please don’t assume every artist that charges a lot is good!
Tattoo Artists are professionals
Why is it so Expensive?
Usually, the deal in tattoo studios is that tattoo artists share some of what they earn with the studio to cover for the overheads – rent, cleaning, tax, bills, etc.
There is a minimum charge for any tattoo as a lot of preparation, time and equipment are required for any tattoo even if it is a small one.
An artist needs to prepare the designs (even if it’s small and simple it still needs to be fixed, changed a bit, or redrawn)
The design needs to printed, stencil needs to be prepared.
It usually takes about 30min before artist can start tattooing
A lot of products need to be prepared and purchased– ink, power supply, tattoo machines, needles, disposable tubes, cleaning products, gloves, paper towels, etc. All of these cost a lot!
Then comes the huge time and effort that is put in to your tattoo by the artists. Years of experience and hours of hard work make your tattoo look good.
Tattoo artists do interfere with human bodies and their insurance is the same as the doctors insurance, that does cost quite a lot of money.
Of course, the bigger / more detailed tattoo the more preparation and tattooing time, as well as products and equipment are needed.
As you can see it is not as much as you thought that they make for the work that requires so much responsibility, experience, knowledge and precision.
So always believe in your tattoo artists and make sure you support them as well. After all, it’s better to pay a little more than being end up with some thing that you will want to get removed (which will cost you a whole lot of more money).
You Get What You Pay (Well Most Of The Times)
If you’re looking for the top places to get a tattoo in Nepal, find it here. Also if you are thinking to get your first one, read this.
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Top 5 most popular masculine designs that will help you to enhance your appearance and show off your style.
Tribal Designs
Tribal Tattoo Sleeve
Both men and women can have this type of design. But for men, it is suggested to get a tribal tattoo that is inked nicely in their arms with black ink.
Maori Designs
Maori Tattoo Designs Maori Tattoo Designs
The modern designing pattern of koru has been extensively used in Maori art. The origin of this art form is New Zealand. However, now we have seen its wide uses in both European and American countries. You can also consider getting this type of design as your body art.
Bio-mechanical 3D Designs
Biomechanical Tattoo Designs
Both bio mechanical and 3D designs have been very much popular among men. A perfect blend of both these will look amazing around your sleeves or in your wrist. You can also consider having one from your shoulder to the wrist.
Polynesian Designs
Polynesian Tattoo Polynesian Back Tattoo
This is also another popular design trend for men that can be used to cover an entire body part. You can consider getting this around your shoulder or in your leg or arms.
Portrait Designs
portrait tattoo design
This is a realistic tattoo form and also hard to get done with. However, if the artist manages to do it correctly then it can easily bring you to the center of attraction. You can get a portrait tattoo to tribute the most important person of your life.
