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A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

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First Thoughts 2/6

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Shannon Larratt

“What does ‘Holy Meat’ mean???”

Tattoos by Lionel @ Out of Step Tattoo

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55 responses to “First Thoughts 2/6”

  1. Lola Avatar
    Lola

    I love the 3rd one: black sleeve and white flowers… GREAR work 🙂

  2. bravemenrun Avatar
    bravemenrun

    Hey Shannon – are we ever going to see that interview with Lionel that you talked about a couple of months ago? I love his work (and Yann’s too) and was really looking forward to it.

  3. Kittiann Avatar
    Kittiann

    I love Lionel’s work! If only I could get enough money to go to France AND get a sleeve done 🙂

  4. goomy Avatar
    goomy

    wow… look at that blackwork!

    I’m in love with the first one (and the smoke!)

  5. Carly Avatar
    Carly

    is the second tattoo supposed to be the house from “dead inn breakfast”?

    thats quite a variety of tattoos very interesting

    🙂

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