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.

The Rocketeer

Space, the final frontier.  At some point in time in our lives we dream of the stars.  Whether it is to find meaning in their patters, or to look for life beyond this world, or simply out of a childhood love of wanting to soar through space.  Of course, the reality is, not too many of us will be able to fly in outer space, our children maybe, but not us.  Around the world private firms are racing to create commercial space flight vehicles, to cater to the insanely rich who get to live out their dreams.  Yet from every design I’ve seen, not a single one is as cool as this rocket.

Rocket

The rocketeer responsible for this retro-inspired rocket is none other than Alie K (IAM: Alouicious).  Alie recently submitted a number of her works to the galleries, so if you get a chance, head on over and check them out.  This rocket in particular came from the old school tattoo gallery.

Comments

6 responses to “The Rocketeer”

  1. James Avatar
    James

    That is really impressive.

  2. UnconventionalLove Avatar

    Looks good at first glance, but when I look closer I see how some things are unevenly spaced, the lines aren’t as straight as I’d like, not perfectly symmetrical. But that could be the OCD speaking too. 😛

  3. Brittney Lane Avatar

    I loved the story, and I love rockets and space. It was my dream to go to school for astrophysics and still plan to someday. Love the idea and originality!

  4. theo Avatar
    theo

    The Rocke-who?

  5. T Avatar
    T

    Love it!

  6. an0nymous_vamp1re Avatar

    I’m surprised nobody has said this tattoo should be on a penis yet.

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