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  • Building on greatness

    Written by

    Rob

    We’ve established in the past that Vincent Hocquet’s dotwork pieces are mind-bendingly awesome.  Today we’re going to look back on a piece that was first featured last August, and how far along it’s progressed since then.  So here’s how the sleeve started out.  A massive undertaking that blended geometry and flowers to create a beautiful image.

    Then again, back in March, we saw this same sleeve, but the focus was on the latest addition, an all-seeing eye on the chest.  It also gave us a chance to see just how detailed the sleeve itself was.  What we thought was initially solid shapes turned out to be dotwork that was conforming to a perfect geometric shape.

    Which brings us to today where the latest addition has taken the piece from his right shoulder, all the way across his chest.

    Given how much blank skin there is on that lucky guy, I’d imagine we’re in for more from Vincent.  Be sure to check out more of his work in his BME portfolio gallery.

  • Piercing Chakras

    Written by

    Rob

    We’ve seen quite a few forehead microdermals designed to represent the third eye, however we don’t see a lot of projects that continue the line of chakras down the body.  WonderfulMouse here has gone out and gotten a series of four microdermals that represent the Swadhisthana, Manipura, Anahata, and Vishuddha chakras.  It’s worth noting that her jewelry choice matches the color that represents each chakra.

    Microdermals by Jeremy from Deep Roots in Seattle, WA.

  • Winged Guardian

    Written by

    Rob

    So many images come to mind when I look at this scar.  On one hand I see a representation of an angel, on the other I see a comic book hero striking a pose.  It could also be a character from a video game.  Which is what I think I like most about the piece.   It could be any one of those things, or it could be something completely different altogether.  It allows the viewer to see whatever they want to see, without taking away from the beautiful scar that will be left behind by the cutting.

    You can see more of MaRTWy’s scars in the skin removal scarification gallery.

  • Tiny Om

    Written by

    Rob

    It’s a tiny Om made from tiny dots.  I’m not really familiar with Israeli currency, but I’m guessing that coin is roughly the size of a nickle.  Feel free to correct me if I’m wrong.

    Not surprisingly, this tattoo comes from Cyber Tattoo which is located in Israel.

  • Those lazy hazy crazy days of summer

    Written by

    Rob

    Think about it.  It’s the weekend of July 2nd.  A day after Canada and 2 days before the 4th of July.  You’re sitting next to the pool with a drink in your hand and friends all around you.  To your right, a couple of people are suspending from a tree.  Behind them, a pack of tattooed and pierced adults are acting like the biggest kids ever as they bounce around inside a bouncy castle.  Over by the house a couple of goats are trying to steal some of the burger buns while a big bearded guy is cooking on the BBQ.

    Sounds good right?  Well to make it happen all you have to do is turn up for BMEFest 2011!!  Just outside of Richmond, VA, BME-HQ is opening up its doors to everyone for the whole weekend!  July 2nd-4th will be filled with craziness the likes we haven’t seen since the last BMEFest a few years ago.  It’s the perfect time to catch up with old friends and make some new ones.  Here’s just a couple of the highlights of the weekend:

    • Lots of room for tents
    • Swimming pool
    • Bonfire (That I will NOT be jumping in this time)
    • Food will be provided, but only the basics like burgers, veggies, and chicken.  If you want something else, feel free to bring it.  Oh, and if you’re over 21, bring the booze (just don’t drive afterwards)
    • Suspensions/Pullings – Cere from ROP will be facilitating suspensions, along with other practitioners who will be in attendance.
    • And last but not least… BOUNCY CASTLES!!!  SLIP’N’SLIDES!!! AND MORE!!!

    The rest of the details can be found on the event page.  BMEtv will also be filming that weekend, so if you’re up for sitting down with the crew, just let us know through the event forum.

    So don’t wait, go to the event page and sign up today!  (Note: People have been reporting problems signing up with newer versions of browsers.  Safari and IE are both known to work if you encounter any problems.)

    Team BME tattoo by Nill from Rangel Tattoo in Salvador, Brazil.  Sent in by Mportnoi

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