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.

Speaking of bad tattoos…

Man, I hate to say it, but Cere is improving (previously), and his latest tattoo actually has some real charm to it.

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Comments

63 responses to “Speaking of bad tattoos…”

  1. SYdney Avatar
    SYdney

    Wait, Cere, you know the toothfairy? This changes everything. Oh, and I think that since I’ve given you my thigh to tattoo, I want to be the proud owner of your first self portrait.

  2. cere Avatar

    Of course I would never tattoo one of your friends. Youd have to have some for that to be possible.

  3. Josh Avatar
    Josh

    Some guys act tough online.
    (& I’m not talking about Cere)

  4. yttrx Avatar

    Well josh, if this post happens to get through shannon’s bullshit moderation (and really shannon, how long is this going to continue?), you’re happy to come to NYC and meet me in person and see for yourself exactly what I’m like. I’ve extended that offer to *everyone* who’s accused me of being something other in real life than what I appear to be in print.

    So, you’re welcome to meet me. Feel free to email [email protected] to set up a time and place, and if you’re old enough and not a pansy, maybe we can even get a beer.

  5. shabadoo dingleshit Avatar
    shabadoo dingleshit

    yttx ur a dick u know. Y don’t U try tatoing b-4 U start hatin!

  6. Sean Philips Avatar
    Sean Philips

    Cere is an active member of one of the most reutable suspension crews around, Rights Of Passage. In working with them he has demonstrated a competent knowledge of universal precautions and blood borne pathogen awareness. Often with suspension we do them in less than ideal conditions and locations and a trained member of a reputable group, knows how to deal with these and make the best of the situation. There is no doubt in my mind he could easily apply these concepts to tattooing to ensure a safe procedure. As for his art and technical skills that may be up for debate, but the fact is his clients know what they are getting themselves into so why should anyone give a fuck what they choose to do and who they choose to work on them? His tattoos may not be as tasteful and classy as the “What Would Sean Do?” tattoos, but they are kinda cool. I’d let him tattoo my taint for sure.

    By the way, there is really no greater compliment than getting yttrx’s panties in a bunch.

  7. blackandblue Avatar
    blackandblue

    The whole point of getting a tattoo from him is that it’s gonna be crappy and funny. No one gets one thinking it’s going to look professional. Not to mention that Cere could put OSHA and the board of health (any board of health) to S-H-A-M-E with his knowledge of pathogens/contamination ect. Oh yeah then there’s the part where cere is one awesome fuck of a guy with a million friends and you sir, are a weiner.

  8. nora Avatar
    nora

    if i were you cere i would not even respond to yttrx…he seems to lack an intelligence and awareness for reality…well actually if i were you, i bust a nut over myself…

  9. nora Avatar
    nora

    i would bust a nut… ya i can’t type…cincinnati is horrid

  10. Saxon Villa Avatar
    Saxon Villa

    That’s a bad a tattoo.

  11. jon Avatar

    awesome tattoo. i love smuckers uncrustables.

  12. Kayla Avatar
    Kayla

    I love this =]

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