Cappy Christmas!

Joe Capobianco isn't just one of the most well-known pinup tattoo artists, but my personal favourite. So for Christmas, I thought I'd show a few of his early works, to get that festive spirit into you! Happy Christmas!

Stin City

These wonderful ladies were done by Stina Nyman. Wow!

Wrist Tattoo Designs

Sanskrit tattoo designs have been in existence for some time. Many of the designs have included various symbols of Hindu beliefs as well as passages in Sanskrit script.Initially, practitioners of the Hindu and Buddhist faith where opposed to using sanskrit characters for purposes such as tattoos and their use was taboo. Now, even followers of the various faiths who use Sanskrit have their own

Everything's Coming Up Roses

And finally for today, a thing of pure beauty from Valerie Vargas.

The Dark Ages

The picture quality isn't up to snuff, but I'm too big a fan of Derek Noble's Old School work to not post these...

Nurse-At-Sea

Nice mer-nurse from Chad Stone.

Valentine Holiday Card

Valentine's Day is celebrated every year on 14th February as a day of lovers. Many countries host this day as a public holiday to let couples enjoy quality time together. On this Valentine's day take your special someone to a luxury break for holidays to beautiful destinations of the World. Have some valentine holidays break from work and have complete fun and pleasure with your sweetheart. Apart

Valentine Quotes

Are you in love with someone? If yes then celebrate your day "Valentine's Day" with your dear valentine. Let your heart speak what all it had. Use our quotations from famous poets and writers made for lovers to express their love. Be open and lead your words come out. You can use our valentine quotes to impress your lover. These cute and romantic love quotes will work their own. Find few famous

Red Devil

A classic Elvgren interpretation, by Jani.

Vamp Collector

Paul Acker's realistic vampires are a touch good, no? Wonderful use of colour, although I suppose I'm straining to call them pin-ups, perhaps.

Beady Ess Em

Such a fantastic tattoo, by Galen McHatton, although its fair to say a touch unconventional too.

Gypo!

New Dawnii pin-up!

Special Ranch

On the farm with some new Jime Litwalk pinups.

Bettie Page RIP

It's a sad day in Pin-up Land, as the queen of them all, Bettie Page, passed away today. Lets celebrate her by reminding ourselves of the times she's already been in the blog, and have one more for the road, by Marc Vienneau.



EDIT: Needled have a great tribute, with a link to Inked's gallery of Bettie tattoos.

Eve Sleeve!

Tempting Stuff! Done by Alison Manners

Hey Nurse, I Need A Bedbath!

Classic stuff from Cara Massacre.

Girl Next Door

Don't know who did this, but the pinup in question is former carer and fellatrix for Hugh Hefner, 106, Bridgette Marquardt.

Christian Love Cards

Come and explore our online database of free greeting cards covering various customer's preferences like romance, desire, sex, love, friendship, happiness and other aspects. Browse our free gallery of christian love cards to spread holy religion of Christianity.

Dirrty

But perhaps my favourite Chip Rutz tattoo is this portrait of Christina Aguilera at her best.

Hot Chip!

And id if to prove the below, check out these wicked Gil Elvgren pinups, again from Chip Rutz.

Faster Pussycat Kill Kill!

I love this cheetahprinted pinup from Chip Rutz, someone who I only discovered for the first time today. His portfolio is shit hot!

Bleedin' Nice!

Bloody Hell! Nice work John Sweeney!

Honeymoon Cards

Honeymoon is the most waited period for newly wed couples who wait for long holidays for their honeymoon time. Enjoy and celebrate your wedding on your romantic honeymoon in a much unique way. Exchange these free honeymoon cards among each other as a token of heart felt love and affection. You can even make the holidays more romantic and loving by presenting valentine chocolates as a gift to your

Rawr.

Here, kitty, kitty! Douglas Billion.

Threesome

Three completely different styles, all from the same needle, courtesy of Phil Young.

New Blog Header!

...and its all thanks to this awesome Tim Harris rendition of a classic Gil Elvgren piece.

Strawberry Blonde

Jamie Schene takes on an Elvgren.

Platinum Blonde

A classic take on Elvgren by Mike De Vries.

Good Pin-up Bad Pin-up

I was hoping not to include bad tattoo art in this blog, but this, from Horrible Tattoos was too good to pass up. I particularly like his caption...

"Are you sure that my tattoo will look exactly like this one ?"
"Sure, sure relax..."

Care for a blow dry?

Wow, Mark Dupp! My hairdresser is a 60 year old geezer with whooping cough. Sigh.

Back To School

Back to the old school, with Marco Cerretelli.

Batter Up!

This tattoo by Robert Hixon is about the only thing that could get me even slightly interested in baseball.

We're In The Army Now, YEAH!

Something a bit more conventional, also from Steve Monie

Mmm, niffy!

This is a great tattoo, but I suppose If I had to have one of Jem, I'd have a random set of buttocks farting in her face too. Good work Steve Monie!

Vamp Stamp

This black and grey vampire tattoo is just awesome! Whoah, Russ Abbott.

*Hic*

A classic Sailor Jerry pinup, artist unknown.

Si!

And just to get something slightly classier at the top of the blog, this gorgeous senorita was done by Ben Grillo.

Nipped In The Bud!

I took this from Roman's myspace, hence the lack of uncovered nipple. Great work though!

Sanskrit Tattoo Themes

The Sanskrit Om is said to represent the whole universe. It is popular amongst Buddhist and Hindu meditation chants as it also embodies air, which is the source of life.The lotus flower, also a popular choice of tattoo design symbolises purity of the mind, heart and soul. It is said to provide good luck and prosperity so is something we could all use in these troubled times.Different Sanskrit

Valentine Chocolates

Chocolates are the most lovely gift for your Valentine and when it is designed in heart shape it look fantastic and romantic too. Send Valentine chocolate gift for your valentine along with beautiful valentine card and flowers. Say the magical words " i love you to your sweetheart" to express your heart felt feelings.

I Love You Sweetheart

My love for you will never vanish. It keeps on growing. Oh my Sweetheart, you are the reason for me to live. You have filled my life with colors, love and affection. Never change yourself for me. I feel contented in your arms and I Love You for every reason. Please always be my side to support me, help me and love me. Express your heart feelings to your sweety with these I Love You Sweetheart

Sanskrit Tattoo Designs

Sanskrit tattoo designs are fast becoming popular in modern culture. Many celebrities have been spotted sporting Sanskrit Tattoo Designs and it is becoming even more common. Because of this, tattoo designs based on scripts such as Sanskrit are becoming major favourites in the portfolios of tattoo shops.If you ever visited a Tattoo Shop and looked to see what tattoo designs are available, you will

Japanese Tattoo Art

Some question the artistic factor of Japanese tattoo art, but it is because they are looking at simple pieces such as symbols. Japanese tattoo art consists of so much more. As a matter of fact, there are some amazing designs that celebrities and other high profile individuals have paid a lot of money for.

History
Japanese tattoo art has been around for centuries. It is thought that facial tattoos graced the faces of early Japanese settlers. Throughout the years, the art evolved and it was a custom to be tattooed with very detailed images. For instance, in 1827 Kuniyoshi Utagawa created 6 very intricate designs that were part of the 108 Heroes of the Suikoden. These heroes were like a bunch of Robin Hoods. Each tattoo told a piece of the story.

There is Japanese art that depicts their warriors as heavily tattooed. In today’s Japan, it is not common to find someone who is heavily tattooed. As it stands, the Japanese people consider people who are tattooed to be a part of an underworld of gangsters. They believe it to be a habit of the low class. Young tattooed people in Japan have them placed where people cannot see. That way they do not have to encounter judgment by their peers or older individuals in Japan.

But the Japanese tattoo designs are quite amazing when you look at them. They depict parts of Japanese history, contain many fine lines that make the design, and the colors are so vivid and unique. Some people may even have their entire back tattooed because some tattoos are only good when they are large and a message is to be relayed.

Types
Flowers and dragons tend to be the most common, aside from Japanese symbols with significant meaning to the tattooed individual. Extensive Japanese tattoo art can take a while to finish. Because of the amount of detail put into some designs, it can take several sittings to finish. Having one done in one sitting could be quite daunting to the tattoo artist and to the recipient. It is also necessary to allow some healing to take place before continuing some parts of the journey.

It is also common to see Japanese tattoo art of Japanese warriors with weapons and of serpents. The best way to know what your options are is to explore online or consult with your Japanese tattoo artist on what it is that can be done for you.

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And now for something a little different....

Not quite 'pin-up', I admit, but the cute expression is rendered so well, I had to include it. By Hector Cedillo.