Tall ship sailor-turned-cartoonist Lucy Bellwood's gorgeous "The Art of the Sailor" is an informative guide to the meaning of sailor tattoos. It first appeared in Vancouver Maritime Museum's traveling exhibit,…

A list of cool celebrity tattoos that will hopefully inspire your designs!

Learn more about the 5 Characteristics of an American Traditional Tattoo. Skin Factory Tattoo blog will teach all there is to know about this classic style.

The image contains a traditional tattoo of a ship. The ship has a large sail and is surrounded by flowers and leaves. Two birds are flying above the ship. The image is done in a bold, outline style with bright colors.

It’s time to learn the real story of one of the men responsible for American tattooing (and rum!), Norman "Sailor Jerry" Collins.

A look back at early ink, presented by Getty Images.

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