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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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The Blood of Non-Violence

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Rob

Those of you familiar with Jainism will recognize this symbol right away.  For those that don’t, the palm with the wheel signifies Ahimsa, one of the main principles of Jainism.  It essentially is a symbol meaning to do no harm to any other living creature.  Seeing it in this form is interesting, as the creation of this involved not only cutting but branding as well, both of which are pretty harmful.  So who better than a minister then to create this piece.  Richard Effin Ivey is a minister with the Church of Body Modification, and part of his personal beliefs is using modification for spiritual growth and harmony.  Richard serves as a conduit, bringing his faith and skill into his work so that the owner of this scar will take away something that will be with him forever in body, mind, and spirit.

Richard works at Warlock’s Tattoo in Raleigh, NC.

Comments

3 responses to “The Blood of Non-Violence”

  1. Christian Avatar
    Christian

    Getting this was such a great experience. 🙂

  2. Joe Avatar
    Joe

    I have seen this guy post pictures of he has done but never any of healed work.kinda skeptical.

  3. MoseZ Avatar
    MoseZ

    I think that this came out beautifully!!

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