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Dragon & Pheonix

Dragon & Pheonix
Male
 × 
43
yrs old
Back
 × 
Family Tribute
 × 2010
Owner's rating:
10

"The dragon was done years ago. I collect dragons, I've got one on my arm. I was supposed to get two done on my back, but then the Phoenix came along. The Phoenix means strength and unity. The reason is I've known Clare from birth, because our Dads were both in the army. We grew up together, then my dad left the army. Then 24 years later on facebook she found me, and now we've got two sons. So the dragon and the pheonix is me and her."

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What does your tattoo mean to you?

Or have you ever wondered about the story behind your neighbour’s tattoo, or the really intriguing woman with the tattoo you saw at the bus stop?

On this website you can explore a digital showcase of the tattoo culture of Knowle West and add your own tattoo to the collection.

From first love to in memoriam, from DIY tattoos to the finest artwork, from pride to regret, I Will Always Have You, would love to include your story.

The Knowle West Mobile Tattoo Parlour is on show at Knowle West Media Centre (Leinster Road, Bristol BS4 1NL). Here you can explore the collection, add your own artwork and story, or you can upload your tattoos here via the website.

September 2015: a new collection of fashion and homeware inspired by the Knowle West Tattoo Archive has been developed by local people working with artists and makers. You can view the collection and find out more at www.knowlewestmedia.org.uk

I Will Always Have You is a collaboration between KWMC, Play Nicely and Stand & Stare, with huge thanks to Marked Up Tattoo Studio

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