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.

Animal Cuts

Amanda who lives just down the street from me has a couple wildlife-themed cuttings done by Blair (byblair.com) in Toronto. This tiger is about three months old in the photo:

Her elephant lower backpiece was done about a year ago.

Comments

64 responses to “Animal Cuts”

  1. ubbaken Avatar

    I very much enjoy these pieces.

    Excellent work.

  2. ubbaken Avatar

    I very much enjoy these pieces.

    Excellent work.

  3. bijou Avatar
    bijou

    dig the elephant.

  4. bijou Avatar
    bijou

    dig the elephant.

  5. bijou Avatar
    bijou

    dig the elephant.

  6. bijou Avatar
    bijou

    dig the elephant.

  7. SmokeMyBones Avatar

    The tiger one looks fucking awesome [=
    I love it.

  8. SmokeMyBones Avatar

    The tiger one looks fucking awesome [=
    I love it.

  9. SmokeMyBones Avatar

    The tiger one looks fucking awesome [=
    I love it.

  10. SmokeMyBones Avatar

    The tiger one looks fucking awesome [=
    I love it.

  11. prima Avatar

    The scarification on the back left me speechless. What an inventive idea, a masterpiece! Don’t be offended, but I printed out the design and will be getting a replicate done on me, feel flattered. Your work is awesome!

  12. prima Avatar

    The scarification on the back left me speechless. What an inventive idea, a masterpiece! Don’t be offended, but I printed out the design and will be getting a replicate done on me, feel flattered. Your work is awesome!

  13. prima Avatar

    The scarification on the back left me speechless. What an inventive idea, a masterpiece! Don’t be offended, but I printed out the design and will be getting a replicate done on me, feel flattered. Your work is awesome!

  14. prima Avatar

    The scarification on the back left me speechless. What an inventive idea, a masterpiece! Don’t be offended, but I printed out the design and will be getting a replicate done on me, feel flattered. Your work is awesome!

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