Shop updates and useful info on tattooing

23Mar 2022 by Kristen Navarro

Recent works from Zenon in Tampa Florida

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Here are some recent works from our resident artist and owner zenon pawelski who is always up to something way too cool. Check him out on instagram and call the shop or send an email to tabernacletattoo@gmail.com to schedule a consultation and get your dream tattoo! https://www.instagram.com/tabernacletattoo/
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23Mar 2022 by Kristen Navarro

Hokusai Rediscovered; a miraculous discovery

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Hokusai is one of the most revered and well known painters and print makers of all time, creating thousands of paintings, illustrations, and books over his 90 year life. You may be familiar with his most popular work “Under The Wave Off Kanagawa”, or more popular known as The Great Wave. While many of his works have been saved until this day, not all have been found. However, 103 illustrations from Hokusai’s unfinished book ”Great Picture Book of Everything” have resurfaced and are finally available to the public. they were last recorded to be in a private collection in France, before being purchased by the British museum in 2020 for the public to see and admire. The illustrations that were found show Hokusai’s classic amazing brushwork and penmanship, showcasing cultural…
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10Dec 2021 by Kristen Navarro

Tattooing and Tegaderm/Saniderm healing guide

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Tegaderm and Saniderm are transparent, waterproof dressings that create a barrier between your tattoo and the outside world, and all the bacteria that comes with it. These sterile dressings are ideal for healing tattoos in a contained and bacteria free environment and can adhere to any area of the body, while also boosting healing time. Healing with this method is straightforward and easy to manage.  Your artist may put the dressing in for you, or you may put it on yourself. After getting tattooed, leave the Initial bandage for 60 minutes and then wash with very warm water and unscented antibacterial soap. Pat dry with a clean towel, never rub! After cleaning the area, simply apply the dressing to the area, making sure all of the tattoo is covered evenly and…
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24Aug 2021 by Kristen Navarro

Chrysanthemums and tattoos

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While many flowers are present in tattooing , many argue that the chrysanthemums are on of the most iconic designs known and applied. One of the most cultivated flowers in the world, Chrysanthemums have been a popular symbol in tattooing for many decades, known for their vibrant colors and hypnotizing leaves. Its name derives from the Greek words chrysòs, which means gold, and anthemon, which means flower, so overall it means golden flower. Dubbed “the queen of the fall flowers” these beautiful flowers make for intriguing and fascinating tattoo ideas that are suitable for all walks of people and personalities. In Asian culture, chrysanthemums symbolize autumn and a long and healthy life. The chrysanthemum is also representative of the emperor and imperial house, linking itself to royalty . In China, they are praised for their…
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18Aug 2021 by Kristen Navarro

Appointment process FAQ

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Here at Tabernacle tattoo, our appointment process is optimized so that our clients have the most seamless and safe experience possible. And while covid numbers are rising, so has our dedication to keeping you as safe and comfortable as possible while setting up and getting tattooed. How to make an appointment  First, thank you for choosing Tabernacle tattoo! In order to get started, please email the shop at tabernacletattoo@gmail.com with any reference you have for your tattoo, what your schedule is like and when you are available, and your budget for the tattoo. Our shop minimum is at least 100 dollars. From then on we will schedule a face to face consultation at the shop in order to further discuss your tattoo and make sure that all the details are…
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21Jul 2021 by Kristen Navarro

Cats and felines in the tattoo world

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Tattoo of a tiger shark on a persons’ upper arm Cats and felines have always gone hand in hand with tattooing for men and women alike. Whether it’s a powerful Japanese style tiger pouncing or a watercolor portrait of a beloved pet, felines can be adapted in many ways due to multiple symbols and meanings they bring. With so many to choose from, people have no trouble at all picking their perfect forever feline for their legs, arms, or back. Cats have been symbols of sex and power for many decades. Women with cat-like features (cat eyes, cat ears, or a tail) adorned with whips and chains have been a staple in the tattoo world. These tattoos can also feature portraits of kittens with wording attached such as “slave”, or…
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26Apr 2021 by tabernacle
4 Things You Should Keep in Mind While Finding a Tattoo Shop

4 Things You Should Keep in Mind While Finding a Tattoo Shop

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• Running environment- when entering the store, and you ought to have a right look in the shop. Oahu is the very crucial part since if their surroundings aren't tidy and clean will they assure exactly the same whilst operating. Besides the environmental surroundings, the upcoming essential part is that their own furniture. They also need to be suitably washed and sanitized as a way to keep the spreading of bacteria. • Reviews - when searching for tattoo shops remember to find the reviews or comments of these prior clients. You may very quickly look it up on the web and search for customer reviews. The testimonial proves are the main part since it lets you know a lot concerning the tattoo artists, their own services, and also safe practices…
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26Apr 2021 by tabernacle
What is the Safest Way Of Tattoo Removal

What is the Safest Way Of Tattoo Removal

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People today elect for a variety of forms of tactics to share their emotions. Many elect to convey others choose art plus a few select writing their perspectives. One of those several techniques expressing a 's notions that have been in existence since way back when is human art, especially the tattoos. Even though procedures have tasteful somewhat in various schedules, the simple principle of tattooing still remains exactly the same. For lots of men and women, tattooing can be way too precise in their idea, beliefs, and philosophies. Other people choose tattoos to produce a few essential occasions of these own lives to pay homage to someone you care about. Other folks choose tattoos simply to appear cool or even to easily fit inside their own friends' circle. Whilst…
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26Apr 2021 by tabernacle
Custom Tattoo Design Definition

Custom Tattoo Design Definition

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A fantastic layout needs perfect implementation as a way to seem as a master piece. Together side the look, how big this tattoo is every bit as crucial. If a wonderful tattoo design isn't appropriate in proportion, it is going to lose its attractiveness. By way of instance, in case your superbly made Butter Fly onto your shoulder is only a bit big in size in comparison with the arrangement of this tattoo enthusiast, then it is going to look bad. Even though designers have been experienced to direct you in the ideal direction in regards to selecting from one of an assortment of layouts or developing a exceptional design and style, the last decision is always to be obtained by client. That is due to the fact that the…
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25Apr 2021 by tabernacle
What Are Tattoo Designs and Their Meanings

What Are Tattoo Designs and Their Meanings

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Oriental. Usually, the oriental type of tattooing involves with the whole human body for a canvas as opposed to adding one image . Pictures are utilised to weave a narrative or even a myth on an whole armor within the whole back. Ordinarily, this really is quite fantastic, daring, and yet in depth colorwork. Big murals of plants, blossoms, fish and other creatures would be the most usual oriental tattoos. A dominant image like a drag on may be surrounded with"fill work" which is made up of artistic, fluid-like litres of colour. The oriental tattoo frequently summarizes the rules of Western outlook from painting that's worried about equilibrium and symmetry. Additionally, the symbols at a Japanese tattoo frequently have deeper significance. As an example, a tattoo with a carp symbolizes…
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