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.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Even though the real Thanksgiving was last month, it is the big day in the States, with the football, the parades, and the food.  Oh yes.  The food.  Now whether you’re eating turkey, turducken, turturkeykey, tofurkey, or some other variation, if you’re sitting down with loved ones for a feast you can pretty much expect a food coma later on today.  Of course the holiday isn’t just about food.  It’s an interesting holiday as it means so many different things to many different people.  To some it is viewed in the traditional sense, with the celebration of the harvest, and the coming of winter.  To others it is a day much like Remembrance day where thanks is given to the women and men who dedicate their lives to protecting others.  And for some, it’s a day to enjoy with family and loved ones.  No matter what your reasons for celebrating today are, enjoy yourselves, and if you are out partying late into the evening, remember to be responsible.

Now I tried to find some kind of Thanksgiving related tattoo, but unfortunately turkey tattoos aren’t as popular as one would believe.  In all seriousness, BME is thankful for all of its wonderful members who continue to submit their photographs, stories, and videos to share with the community.

For example, we’re thankful that Sonja from Punktum Tattoo in Germany continues to send in such beautiful geometric designs.

So what are you thankful for today?

Comments

22 responses to “Happy Thanksgiving!”

  1. Nikki Avatar

    I’m thankful for all the beauty in the world.

  2. Nikki Avatar

    I’m thankful for all the beauty in the world.

  3. Jen Avatar

    And videos…

  4. Jen Avatar

    And videos…

  5. brandon Avatar
    brandon

    im thankfull for the opportunity i had to suspend 2 days ago. my first time!

  6. brandon Avatar
    brandon

    im thankfull for the opportunity i had to suspend 2 days ago. my first time!

  7. Rob Avatar

    @Jen: I said videos 😉

  8. Rob Avatar

    @Jen: I said videos 😉

  9. Tobias Avatar

    Is there anyone in the U.S. right now doing dotwork?

  10. Tobias Avatar

    Is there anyone in the U.S. right now doing dotwork?

  11. sonja Avatar

    i am sooooo thankfull for being supported in modblog again. thank you, rob!
    and i am thankfull for having the opportunity to spread love by doing things i love.

  12. sonja Avatar

    i am sooooo thankfull for being supported in modblog again. thank you, rob!
    and i am thankfull for having the opportunity to spread love by doing things i love.

  13. Scott Avatar
    Scott

    Completely shocked there are no tattoos of pilgrims chopping the head off a turkey. I may need to get that piece just to fill the void.

  14. Scott Avatar
    Scott

    Completely shocked there are no tattoos of pilgrims chopping the head off a turkey. I may need to get that piece just to fill the void.

  15. EMicrobe Avatar
    EMicrobe

    Its nice how the tattoo transitions into his razor burn. A blending of the mediums!

  16. EMicrobe Avatar
    EMicrobe

    Its nice how the tattoo transitions into his razor burn. A blending of the mediums!

  17. Krys Avatar
    Krys

    I’m thankful for all the inspiration I find here…and when I find the money to go with it, well… 🙂

  18. Krys Avatar
    Krys

    I’m thankful for all the inspiration I find here…and when I find the money to go with it, well… 🙂

  19. john Avatar

    Tobias: Thomas Hooper at Brooklyn Adorned just did some gorgeous dotwork on my fiance. I’ll send some pics in soon.

  20. john Avatar

    Tobias: Thomas Hooper at Brooklyn Adorned just did some gorgeous dotwork on my fiance. I’ll send some pics in soon.

  21. .Ben Avatar

    I love this!

  22. .Ben Avatar

    I love this!

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