For those of you not familiar with the term “leaf rubbing”, it’s when you take a leaf from a tree (or other plant) and place it underneath piece of paper, then gently rub a crayon or charcoal across the paper, creating the impression of the leaf. For Christiano Aielli, he does things a little differently.
To start, he cuts out the shape of the leaf, then he follows that by rubbing ink into the wound. The result is a little different than the traditional method, as you can see below.
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84 responses to “A fresh take on leaf rubbing”
I still think having a marijuana leaf etched on you, in ink or otherwise, is trashy and just as bad as the trash who walk around with gold-foil weed leaf designs on their hoodies. Lame. Nicely executed however.
I still think having a marijuana leaf etched on you, in ink or otherwise, is trashy and just as bad as the trash who walk around with gold-foil weed leaf designs on their hoodies. Lame. Nicely executed however.
@ Jon: At least it’s on his upper thigh where nobody will see it unless he’s practically naked…
I’m kind of curious to see how this heals up. What color is the ink anyway? Red? Am I missing something? It doesn’t look like there’s ink…
@ Jon: At least it’s on his upper thigh where nobody will see it unless he’s practically naked…
I’m kind of curious to see how this heals up. What color is the ink anyway? Red? Am I missing something? It doesn’t look like there’s ink…
i think its cool. theres nothing trashy about marijuana unless your closed mind associates it with a trashy lifestyle.
i think its cool. theres nothing trashy about marijuana unless your closed mind associates it with a trashy lifestyle.
@ ayyo: Speak for your own particular cultural context. Here in New Zealand, and the stoners would disagree with me here because of their opaque and biased lense, marijuana users are generally lower-class. All of the people I’ve ever known to have regularly used marijuana have had personal problems, money problems, relationship problems, couldn’t keep a job, etc, etc. I’m not saying everyone is like that, but I will say that the majority are like that. You can disagree all you want, but your personal experience can only speak to the culture-specific upbringing and experiences you have had.
I put marijuana on the same level as salvia divinorum. I don’t think they should be prohibited simply because dumb people use them. They’re not on the same level as amphetamines or LSD or anything that detrimental. Though salvia divinorum in its toxicity and after-effects has less an impact than marijuana, I consider both of them to be fine for responsible adults. If they ban salvia divinorum, it’ll move to the drug dealers like marijuana has and then we’ll see a bunch more problems with it.
And because people will put words in my mouth I’ll put it out there that I also disagree with the contention that marijuana is a gateway drug. It’s the prohibition that forces it into the hands of drug dealers who sell harder drugs alongside the marijuana that causes people to go from mary-jane to harder drugs. Bazinga!
@ ayyo: Speak for your own particular cultural context. Here in New Zealand, and the stoners would disagree with me here because of their opaque and biased lense, marijuana users are generally lower-class. All of the people I’ve ever known to have regularly used marijuana have had personal problems, money problems, relationship problems, couldn’t keep a job, etc, etc. I’m not saying everyone is like that, but I will say that the majority are like that. You can disagree all you want, but your personal experience can only speak to the culture-specific upbringing and experiences you have had.
I put marijuana on the same level as salvia divinorum. I don’t think they should be prohibited simply because dumb people use them. They’re not on the same level as amphetamines or LSD or anything that detrimental. Though salvia divinorum in its toxicity and after-effects has less an impact than marijuana, I consider both of them to be fine for responsible adults. If they ban salvia divinorum, it’ll move to the drug dealers like marijuana has and then we’ll see a bunch more problems with it.
And because people will put words in my mouth I’ll put it out there that I also disagree with the contention that marijuana is a gateway drug. It’s the prohibition that forces it into the hands of drug dealers who sell harder drugs alongside the marijuana that causes people to go from mary-jane to harder drugs. Bazinga!
Its a beautiful! Nicely exccuted!
I still dont get why everyone is so judgement of people on here. We all choose to modify ourselves, don’t we? Or are you just on this site to talk negatively about others and what they choose to do to their own bodies. People are forgetting that this is an art, our bodies are the canvas. If this is what this person wanted and you don’t like it, then look the other way…just like the people on the street should do when they see something they dont like about you.
Its a beautiful! Nicely exccuted!
I still dont get why everyone is so judgement of people on here. We all choose to modify ourselves, don’t we? Or are you just on this site to talk negatively about others and what they choose to do to their own bodies. People are forgetting that this is an art, our bodies are the canvas. If this is what this person wanted and you don’t like it, then look the other way…just like the people on the street should do when they see something they dont like about you.
Jon P, people say the same of tattooed people. They’re dumb too.
Jon P, people say the same of tattooed people. They’re dumb too.
I am confused. I see no ink. Are there other later pictures? I’ve had numerous cut pieces done on myself and seen many more on others. Even a few with ink rubbing.
This looks like any other fresh cut. Very well done but still.
I will opt out of the whole Marijuana Debate. Though I must say I found Jon P’s
statement offensive and …lame.
I am confused. I see no ink. Are there other later pictures? I’ve had numerous cut pieces done on myself and seen many more on others. Even a few with ink rubbing.
This looks like any other fresh cut. Very well done but still.
I will opt out of the whole Marijuana Debate. Though I must say I found Jon P’s
statement offensive and …lame.
I also found Jon P’s statement very offensive and ignorant.
I am in NZ too Jon P and I am a marijuana user who has none of the issues you bought up. The fact that you have only known pot smokers with these issues probably has more to do with the people you associate with and not the drug itself.
Anyway I think a better point is that as consenting adults we all have the right to mark our body as we see fit and you have the right to state your opinion.
I think this is a really awesome piece and I hope we get to see a healed photo 🙂
I also found Jon P’s statement very offensive and ignorant.
I am in NZ too Jon P and I am a marijuana user who has none of the issues you bought up. The fact that you have only known pot smokers with these issues probably has more to do with the people you associate with and not the drug itself.
Anyway I think a better point is that as consenting adults we all have the right to mark our body as we see fit and you have the right to state your opinion.
I think this is a really awesome piece and I hope we get to see a healed photo 🙂
I think the point should be made, the very fundamental point, that just because you don’t agree with a law, you do not have the right to break it. Marijuana is illegal, impairs the senses, and is a DRUG. If you get caught under the influence and end up going through the justice system, it serves you right.
I think the point should be made, the very fundamental point, that just because you don’t agree with a law, you do not have the right to break it. Marijuana is illegal, impairs the senses, and is a DRUG. If you get caught under the influence and end up going through the justice system, it serves you right.
@Suzanne: I think the ink was red? In the gallery there is a healed pic and it looks like it’s just a scar… but not? Idk.
@Suzanne: I think the ink was red? In the gallery there is a healed pic and it looks like it’s just a scar… but not? Idk.
Uh what if this person has medical weed or something… You really have no idea and can’t judge them based on your personal experiences
Uh what if this person has medical weed or something… You really have no idea and can’t judge them based on your personal experiences
Jon, if you’re really this much too cool for anyone with an alternative lifestyle, be it drugs or modifications, why do you hang out on modblog so much? You’re clearly superior to every one in every possible way.
How about you let us hang out here and enjoy our modifications and other lifestyle choices and you go elsewhere? You were threatening to ‘leave the community’ about four/five years ago, why don’t you use this as your final push?
-Caitlin, who smokes occasionally, and has two degrees and no criminal record or ‘opaque lens’. And also has Maori blood but doesn’t need to remind people of that fact constantly.
Jon, if you’re really this much too cool for anyone with an alternative lifestyle, be it drugs or modifications, why do you hang out on modblog so much? You’re clearly superior to every one in every possible way.
How about you let us hang out here and enjoy our modifications and other lifestyle choices and you go elsewhere? You were threatening to ‘leave the community’ about four/five years ago, why don’t you use this as your final push?
-Caitlin, who smokes occasionally, and has two degrees and no criminal record or ‘opaque lens’. And also has Maori blood but doesn’t need to remind people of that fact constantly.
Whoa there, Caitlin, take a breath. Step back and look at the several silly things you just posted about me, let them simmer, then think about how you may in fact be wrong. This is a blog, it’s not IAM, it’s a public display for anyone, not just IAM members. And I don’t think anyone’s “Maoriness” has come up for quite some time, though you may have quite a long memory and possibly be getting a bit mixed up?
And as I posted previously, marijuana is fine for responsible adults. It’s dumb asses that cause problems for everyone else. With two degrees, and lacking a criminal record, one would think you’d be wise enough not to break the laws of a country that you’re not an actual citizen of? Perhaps if you were living in your own country you might be at liberty to disagree with its laws, but as a visitor to another country, you might want to at least recognise them.
Whoa there, Caitlin, take a breath. Step back and look at the several silly things you just posted about me, let them simmer, then think about how you may in fact be wrong. This is a blog, it’s not IAM, it’s a public display for anyone, not just IAM members. And I don’t think anyone’s “Maoriness” has come up for quite some time, though you may have quite a long memory and possibly be getting a bit mixed up?
And as I posted previously, marijuana is fine for responsible adults. It’s dumb asses that cause problems for everyone else. With two degrees, and lacking a criminal record, one would think you’d be wise enough not to break the laws of a country that you’re not an actual citizen of? Perhaps if you were living in your own country you might be at liberty to disagree with its laws, but as a visitor to another country, you might want to at least recognise them.
Hi guys,
i just wanted to answer to people that are wondering if it’s an ink rubbing or not.
The picture you see is still without ink, i did upload another picture with the work
after a little more than one month, if you check my gallery you’ll be able to see it,
thank for the comments concerned the job itself!
Hi guys,
i just wanted to answer to people that are wondering if it’s an ink rubbing or not.
The picture you see is still without ink, i did upload another picture with the work
after a little more than one month, if you check my gallery you’ll be able to see it,
thank for the comments concerned the job itself!
Totally nicely executed,dude.
Totally nicely executed,dude.
*Sigh* While I smoke weed a fair bit, but I don’t see what Jon P said that was offensive. He stated that marijuana tattoos look tacky. Nothing about marijuana users being trashy, but I don’t see why you permanently carve one into your body. I think getting anything drug or alcohol related permanently placed on your body is a good idea (surely there are more important aspects of life one could get tattooed/scarred onto themselves). Getting offended off someone’s comment could be seen as closed minded, it’s just an opinion (which I feel is good for discussion)
*Sigh* While I smoke weed a fair bit, but I don’t see what Jon P said that was offensive. He stated that marijuana tattoos look tacky. Nothing about marijuana users being trashy, but I don’t see why you permanently carve one into your body. I think getting anything drug or alcohol related permanently placed on your body is a good idea (surely there are more important aspects of life one could get tattooed/scarred onto themselves). Getting offended off someone’s comment could be seen as closed minded, it’s just an opinion (which I feel is good for discussion)
What do Maoris smoke?
Maorijuana
What do Maoris smoke?
Maorijuana
Caitlin, what does anything that jon p said have to do with you having 2 degrees and maori blood? Do you think that makes you a good person? Or makes you right? You’re taking an opportunity to brag about yourself and it comes across as pathetic.
Also, I agree with everything jon p said.
The work is done well but it looks trashy.
Caitlin, what does anything that jon p said have to do with you having 2 degrees and maori blood? Do you think that makes you a good person? Or makes you right? You’re taking an opportunity to brag about yourself and it comes across as pathetic.
Also, I agree with everything jon p said.
The work is done well but it looks trashy.
good job as usual, my dear Cristiano! <3
good job as usual, my dear Cristiano! <3
I think mass produced keychains and buttons with pot leaves on them look trashy.
This? no. It’s a well-done ink rubbing. This isn’t anything like bad simpson’s porn tattoos or 2girls1cup etc. It’s a leaf. And it’s not on his forehead – he doesn’t have to show anyone in public if he doesn’t want. I could understand you guys saying “I am not a fan of the subject matter,” but I do not understand this whole “trashy” thing.
I think mass produced keychains and buttons with pot leaves on them look trashy.
This? no. It’s a well-done ink rubbing. This isn’t anything like bad simpson’s porn tattoos or 2girls1cup etc. It’s a leaf. And it’s not on his forehead – he doesn’t have to show anyone in public if he doesn’t want. I could understand you guys saying “I am not a fan of the subject matter,” but I do not understand this whole “trashy” thing.
love it. nothing trashy about a plant. genesis 1:29
love it. nothing trashy about a plant. genesis 1:29
Love the way it looks! And I don’t think its trashy at all. Even though I do agree that generally the folks who wear clothes that are pro-marijuana are pretty damn trashy. I honestly believe the reason why is BECAUSE there’s all that judgment and stereotypea the”classy” responsible and respectable Stoners don’t advertise that fact. I can’t tell you how many employers have told me I’m a god send and their best employee yet and maintain that they NEVER hire a drug user cause they are terrible lazy people who steal. It’s ridiculous and silly, and obviously is quite similar to the negative assumptions people make when they see your mods. So fucking props to him for being able to wear it proud! Same way I give props to people that love their face tattoos and have the balls to put up with all the shit people who don’t probably give them. I wanted to get a small tattoo to cover up self inflicted scars and was briefly considering a marijuana leaf. Since that’s what’s helped me the most/given me back my sanity. And honestly I don’t ever want to be ashamed of the fact that I need weed again, but sadly I’m still not one hundred percent comfortable with it and would rather be able to hide my use easily. FYI the only money problems I’be ever had were from medical bills when I was trying to be a good little girl who didn’t smoke. But had to take ativan and xanax everyday to prevent herself from throwing up everything she ate (most people get butterflies in their stomach when they are nervous, I get swarms of butterflies from anxiety). Everyone is entitled and welcome to thier biases, but I try to keep them to myself rather than criticize.
Love the way it looks! And I don’t think its trashy at all. Even though I do agree that generally the folks who wear clothes that are pro-marijuana are pretty damn trashy. I honestly believe the reason why is BECAUSE there’s all that judgment and stereotypea the”classy” responsible and respectable Stoners don’t advertise that fact. I can’t tell you how many employers have told me I’m a god send and their best employee yet and maintain that they NEVER hire a drug user cause they are terrible lazy people who steal. It’s ridiculous and silly, and obviously is quite similar to the negative assumptions people make when they see your mods. So fucking props to him for being able to wear it proud! Same way I give props to people that love their face tattoos and have the balls to put up with all the shit people who don’t probably give them. I wanted to get a small tattoo to cover up self inflicted scars and was briefly considering a marijuana leaf. Since that’s what’s helped me the most/given me back my sanity. And honestly I don’t ever want to be ashamed of the fact that I need weed again, but sadly I’m still not one hundred percent comfortable with it and would rather be able to hide my use easily. FYI the only money problems I’be ever had were from medical bills when I was trying to be a good little girl who didn’t smoke. But had to take ativan and xanax everyday to prevent herself from throwing up everything she ate (most people get butterflies in their stomach when they are nervous, I get swarms of butterflies from anxiety). Everyone is entitled and welcome to thier biases, but I try to keep them to myself rather than criticize.
Without read everyone’s comments I am going to throw in my two cents:
Nicely cut, I’d like to see how it heals. That being said, I think the subject matter is…immature, for lack of a better word. I don’t see marijuana as setting people apart by class, in fact I could care less about class differentiations and would like to see them absolved. I do however relate the whole topic to being very juvenile, especially the need to let others know that you get high.
Without read everyone’s comments I am going to throw in my two cents:
Nicely cut, I’d like to see how it heals. That being said, I think the subject matter is…immature, for lack of a better word. I don’t see marijuana as setting people apart by class, in fact I could care less about class differentiations and would like to see them absolved. I do however relate the whole topic to being very juvenile, especially the need to let others know that you get high.
I love the detail on this, it’s lovely. How does the ink rubbing work? I don’t really get it… I’m going to check out the healed pics.
As for the subject matter… I hate weed (well, drugs in general) and I have my own personal reasons for it. However, I have friends who smoke or do whatever they do, and it’s fine as long as:
A. You’re not near me when you’re high and/or drunk.
B. You don’t have it out while I’m around, especially if it’s weed.
C. You never ask me to join you.
I see it as something that is not my business unless it’s disrupting my life. People use for all sorts of reasons, not because they are trashy, stupid, and useless.
I love the detail on this, it’s lovely. How does the ink rubbing work? I don’t really get it… I’m going to check out the healed pics.
As for the subject matter… I hate weed (well, drugs in general) and I have my own personal reasons for it. However, I have friends who smoke or do whatever they do, and it’s fine as long as:
A. You’re not near me when you’re high and/or drunk.
B. You don’t have it out while I’m around, especially if it’s weed.
C. You never ask me to join you.
I see it as something that is not my business unless it’s disrupting my life. People use for all sorts of reasons, not because they are trashy, stupid, and useless.
im gonna just chime in here and say…HOW do we know this is a leaf from a marijuana plant? I mean “Japanese Maple Leaves” look almost identical..
I know cos I just googled it lol
im gonna just chime in here and say…HOW do we know this is a leaf from a marijuana plant? I mean “Japanese Maple Leaves” look almost identical..
I know cos I just googled it lol