Various Techniques of Tattoo Art

Tattoo art has been around for thousands of years. Humans have been associated with body art since times unknown. Tattooing techniques are largely divided based on the geographies. Almost every region has its own way of drawing tattoos. The tattoo art of a region has influences of culture and ethos of the area. Whatever the techniques are, you always end up with a design marked on your body.

Western technique is to use an electrical machine for tattooing practices. The machine was invented in late 1800's. It has undergone very few changes since then. The machine pushes a needle to and fro to puncture holes in the skin. A tube system in the machine is used to insert the ink pigment into these holes.

Japanese technique of tattooing owes its attributes to the traditional tattooing practices of the country. You will be surprised to know that this technique uses meticulously arranged bamboo handles to draw a tattoo by hand. These handles carry the needles required and overall working is similar to an electric machine used for tattooing.

Pacific culture has given the world Samoan technique of tattooing. Hand tools made up of wood are used in this technique. Combination of a rake and stick is used to puncture holes as well as to insert ink. Movements of the rake are used to create designs on the skin. Taut skin is necessary during the tattooing practice.

A tool, almost identical to the one used in western technique is used in ancient Thai technique. A pointed rod capable of sliding to and fro is used to puncture holes. A brass tube of sufficient length is also attached to it. A tattoo artist performing a Thai technique uses one hand to hold the skin tout and other to pierce the skin after dipping the pointed rod in the ink.