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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.

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Rock the Bells

Written by

Rob

This past weekend Philadelphia was taken over by a veritable army of tattoo and body modification fans.   From side-show acts, to an impromptu IAM fisting booth, the Sheraton was the hottest ticket in town.  The stars of the show however were the tattoo artists.  As with most conventions, there are awards given out in different categories over the course of the weekend.  On Saturday, the winner of “Tattoo of the Day” went to Timmy B of Black 13 from Nashville, TN with this recreation of a Philadelphia landmark, the Liberty Bell.

With the Liberty Bell being a major US icon, it’s no wonder you’ll be able to find the full sized version of the photo in the political and patriotic tattoo gallery.

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16 responses to “Rock the Bells”

  1. Dorajicha Avatar
    Dorajicha

    I really like the highlights. Especially on the rose. Looks almost like a wax sculpture or something.

  2. Dorajicha Avatar
    Dorajicha

    I really like the highlights. Especially on the rose. Looks almost like a wax sculpture or something.

  3. Tobias Avatar
    Tobias

    …..fisting both?! You can’t say something like that without giving me some kind of idea where to find pictures!

  4. Tobias Avatar
    Tobias

    …..fisting both?! You can’t say something like that without giving me some kind of idea where to find pictures!

  5. Brooks Avatar
    Brooks

    WOW!

  6. Brooks Avatar
    Brooks

    WOW!

  7. Adhara Avatar
    Adhara

    HOLY wow!!!

  8. Adhara Avatar
    Adhara

    HOLY wow!!!

  9. Lexci Avatar
    Lexci

    Unreal.

  10. Lexci Avatar
    Lexci

    Unreal.

  11. V Avatar
    V

    Fuck yes fisting booth! *raises tiny fist*

  12. V Avatar
    V

    Fuck yes fisting booth! *raises tiny fist*

  13. sharkbait Avatar
    sharkbait

    That is one clean ass tattoo… probably not like the hands at the fisting booth just sayin…

  14. sharkbait Avatar
    sharkbait

    That is one clean ass tattoo… probably not like the hands at the fisting booth just sayin…

  15. Tim Avatar
    Tim

    Yes Timmy b is great, but i have to say easy on the photoshop buddy. Other than that i have nothing but respect for him.

  16. Tim Avatar
    Tim

    Yes Timmy b is great, but i have to say easy on the photoshop buddy. Other than that i have nothing but respect for him.

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