Summer is here!
Summer and tattoos go hand in hand. Both are colorful, fun and full of life. It’s when we can show off our tattoos in public! Don’t forget sunscreen and to reapply! My Body My Choice Flash Tattoo fundraising event is coming. We are still determining which day, or days, we will be participating since the national event is being held while we are at the Asbury Convention! Caroline, Casey and Koryn will all be there tattooing, so come out and see us!
Summer and Tattoos: A Season of Expression and Celebration
Summer is more than just a change in the weather—it's a state of mind. It’s a time of sunshine, freedom, and transformation. And for many people, it’s also tattoo season.
As the days get longer and the layers come off, tattoos step into the spotlight. Arms, legs, backs, and shoulders that have been covered during colder months are suddenly on full display. This visibility isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about expression. Summer is when people wear their stories on their skin with pride.
The Season of Symbolism
Summer tattoos often reflect the energy of the season. Bright florals, ocean waves, suns, bees, fruit, and celestial bodies are all popular motifs that embody joy, growth, travel, and light. For some, summer is a time to mark a milestone such as graduations, weddings, births, and vacations all inspire fresh ink.
There’s also a spiritual element to summer tattoos. The season represents vitality, abundance, and the peak of life’s cycle. Whether it’s a sunflower for resilience or a phoenix for rebirth, summer tattoos can carry deep meaning beneath their vibrant surfaces.
A Time for New Ink
Tattoo artists often see a spike in bookings during summer. With more skin exposed, people are more inspired to add to or showcase their body art. The mood is lighter, more playful, and full of momentum. It’s a time when many feel the pull to be bold—whether that means getting their first tattoo or committing to a larger piece.
However, summer isn’t always the easiest season to heal new tattoos. Sun exposure, swimming, and sweating can affect the healing process, so artists typically remind clients to plan carefully. A fresh tattoo needs to stay protected from the sun and out of chlorinated or salt water until fully healed. Still, for those who are mindful of aftercare, summer can be a magical time to get inked.
Tattoos as a Summer Ritual
For some, getting a tattoo each summer becomes a personal tradition, a way to check in with themselves, to honor change, or to commemorate adventures. It’s a creative ritual that marks time and allows people to carry their memories with them long after the season ends.
Whether you're basking in the warmth of your healed work or planning your next piece under the sun, let this season be one of inspiration, beauty, and self-expression.
After all, summer fades—but ink is forever.
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