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.

Between Supposed Lovers


These lyrics from “Schism” by Tool were tattooed by Clay Willoughby at Body Graphics in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. And just because you’re all so lovely, the video for the song in question can be found after the jump.

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68 responses to “Between Supposed Lovers”

  1. James Avatar
    James

    It doesn’t matter.

    Let’s talk some time. Catch up and stuff.

  2. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    Alright, get in contact with me whenever you can…If you know how to get in contact with me…

  3. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    OH, OH, OH! I’ll be at the Philly Tattoo Arts Convention in the afternoon! I’ll probably be there between 3 and 4 and I’m planning on wearing the hoodie I’m wearing in the photo if anyone wants to spot me and say hi!
    😀

  4. Dan Avatar

    hahaha, sorry Natalie, but my first reaction to this pic was “holy shit, it’s the lead singer from Operator Please!”

  5. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    D:<
    I DON’T LOOK LIKE HER.

  6. Hamish Avatar
    Hamish

    Sorry Natalie…i looked at a picture of her and you are much prettier than she is!
    😛

  7. PiercingRob Avatar

    Kinda creepy… that exact line was playing on my computer as I scrolled to the picture… weird!
    The lettering looks nice too!

  8. sazmatazz Avatar
    sazmatazz

    i like the tattoo but i’m not too keen on the actual font, it reminds me of the bad quality ‘picked off a wall’ stuff my brother has all over his body!

  9. James Avatar
    James

    Are you still using AIM: you*********n?

  10. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    Indeed, I am.

  11. Torra Avatar
    Torra

    Just the head looks photoshopped onto the body and so does the lettering. It’s the composition of the photo and really i think the sweater you’re wearing. Just looks a little off. Not CRAZY about the font, but i love the words chosen.

  12. James Avatar
    James

    Hahahaha, head photoshopped on body. Natalie does not have the skill to do such thing.

    This is what she looks like, I’ve seen her in person. I can’t confirm the tattoo is real however.

  13. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    -_-
    Who are you to underestimate my Photoshop skill?

    Either way, I didn’t even open this file in Photoshop. Came right off of my goddamn camera.
    And here’s confirmation that the tattoo is read: http://tinyurl.com/d8hrfz

  14. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    Ughh.
    *real

  15. Esme Avatar
    Esme

    Holy dumbass haters. People need to get a life instead of screaming ”chopped!’ at every pic that isn’t perfect. Its clear to me that its real, not photoshopped and the text is dead centre upper abdomen, in front of your diaphragm, which is why is looks uneven. There are ribs there. Sigh.
    Don’t you mind them.
    I don’t know you but I think your tattoo is sweet.

  16. Mr Sadpants. Avatar

    Great video, great song, and great tattoo. Today’s started off well for me.

  17. James Avatar
    James

    Because I am a photoshop hero myself. And again, I know you.

  18. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    And you haven’t IMed me so I can figure out who you are because…..?

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