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.

Is that a giant snake or are you just happy to see me?

The gang from Kipod Tattoo Studio in Tel Aviv have done it again.   Last time we saw something from them it was a large bio-mech peice.  This time we’ve got a pretty big tribal-ish snake that looks a little angry.

snake

Now I know what you’re thinking, “big deal, he’s got a snake on his ribs and chest, I’ve seen bigger snakes than that in my backyard.”  Well you honestly don’t think this is the entire snake do you?  Keep on reading to see just how big this cobra is.

snake

I’m not sure exactly which artist did this particular piece, as they’ve got a bunch of excellent artists there.  They’ve all been busy the past couple of weeks as well, as they’ve uploaded a significant number of images recently.  You can check out the rest of their latest tattoos over in the Kipod Tattoo Portfolio.

Comments

18 responses to “Is that a giant snake or are you just happy to see me?”

  1. itsssssBROOKE Avatar

    It kind of looks like the snake that Jafar turns into in “Aladdin” =D
    Either way, brilliant piece.

  2. itsssssBROOKE Avatar

    It kind of looks like the snake that Jafar turns into in “Aladdin” =D
    Either way, brilliant piece.

  3. emi Avatar
    emi

    such a great execution of design that couldve been really trite.i mean, yeah, who hasnt seen giant snake tattoos before? but this one? one bad motherfucker.

  4. emi Avatar
    emi

    such a great execution of design that couldve been really trite.i mean, yeah, who hasnt seen giant snake tattoos before? but this one? one bad motherfucker.

  5. Rachel Avatar
    Rachel

    I like the sweet side-ball action.

  6. Rachel Avatar
    Rachel

    I like the sweet side-ball action.

  7. Céline Avatar

    very impressive! well done!

  8. Céline Avatar

    very impressive! well done!

  9. BrutalBear Avatar
    BrutalBear

    thats such a nice a nice tat though. how long did that take to finish

  10. BrutalBear Avatar
    BrutalBear

    thats such a nice a nice tat though. how long did that take to finish

  11. =Kipod= Avatar

    Hey, this one was done by Michael as well.

    Thanks everyone!

  12. =Kipod= Avatar

    Hey, this one was done by Michael as well.

    Thanks everyone!

  13. Saan Avatar
    Saan

    On all the right levels, I just say ‘yum’ to that.

  14. Saan Avatar
    Saan

    On all the right levels, I just say ‘yum’ to that.

  15. an0nymous_vamp1re Avatar

    Looks amazing, great work and great design.

  16. an0nymous_vamp1re Avatar

    Looks amazing, great work and great design.

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