Girl with the Elephant Tattoo
Her name was Pang, and she changed my life forever. She left
an everlasting mark on my soul and I fell deep, so incredibly deep. I knew I needed a mark, a memory forever…
Unlike most my teenage friends at the time, I didn’t ever
desire a tattoo in my youth. With a budding desire to fulfil my ambitions– I
made an instinctive decision to get a tattoo!
The idea had flown around over dinner with my husband whilst
in Thailand, on our return it was no longer an if, but a when.
I researched a few design studios and artists, but Tim Gouldthorpe stood out a mile, because with a background in art, and driven desire
to create innovative ink, I knew he was my man.
The whole experience was spot on. The pain wasn't anywhere near as uncomfortable as I had imagined and I didn’t have any trouble
with the healing process. Looking down at my leg for the first time was
pretty breath-taking. I felt a certain juxtapose – I now had Pang on my leg, and
there was no forgetting her, because she was etched there forever.
A lot of people are a little shocked at the size of my
elephant, but it was so important for me to have the ink visible on my leg –
mostly because when I run she is noticeable and a little nod to Thailand in the
distance.
It’s definitely a talking point, and something I can keep
secret most days underneath my jeans or trousers, but when in summertime, or ultimately
travelling she may just appear unannounced.
A massive appreciation to Tim – who brought Pang to life.
Black Rose Tattoo Parlour, Tickhill, Doncaster, South Yorkshire.
♥
This is just incredible! xx
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DeleteNow this is a perfect example of why people should get a tattoo - not for fashion or for fun, but for a real, personal, and meaningful reason.
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I couldn't put across my desire in any better words Hazel. It was so real, and I don't think it will ever leave me (emotionally and of course now visibly) x x x
DeleteIt looks beautiful Alice. (the new blog look is ace too) xxx
ReplyDeleteAww thanks Gem. So much.
DeleteI love elephants a lot, but of course this one especially.
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Noticed that individuals that get inked are the sweetest, kindest & compassionate humans, just saying! I, personal love body art:)
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh Cosmic, you really know how to flatter a girl :)
DeleteYes, I have always admired body art too, there is always a story to tell x x x