With the rise in popularity, tattooed celebrities are sometimes known more for their skin art than their talents. But who owns the actual tattoo design? Artist and collectors may be set for a showdown....

Despite a line in the Bible against the practice, there is a long and varied history of Christian tattoos. From ancient Crusaders to modern preachers, some choose to show their beliefs on their skin.

Butterflies have long been a staple of the tattoo world, considered a “classic” image for a woman to wear. But are you a butterfly girl? Maybe you’re more of a dragonfly, queen bee, spider or scorpion.

Many members of the GLBT community are proud to proclaim themselves, and symbolize their sexual orientations on their skin. Whether a bold back piece, or a discreet emblem, there are a diverse selection of designs from which to choose.

Modern piercing techniques and jewelry crafting have moved the facial piercing from the obvious nostril and lips to just about any part of the facial surface. Learn more about exotic facial piercings.

Here is a collection of cross designs that all blend well with the overall tattoo style called tribal. There are celtic crosses, saints crosses, dagger shapes and more.

Although rarely thought of as art in modern Western culture, doing procedures to the teeth is actually a very ancient body modification. Reshaping and adornment of the teeth can be found throughout the world.

The rose has been a classic icon in Western tattooing for decades. This emblem is popular with both men and women and can be rendered in almost any color depending on what the wearer wants.

With warmer weather comes more revealing clothing and body art that hasn’t seen the light of day in months goes on public view. Be sure to protect your skin art investment for a lifetime of beauty.

Mulder is off to Graceland on enforced vacation, and Scully takes on a case on her own. Not only does she get the guy, temporarily, in this episode, Dana Scully gets a tattoo. That may or may not be psychoactive.... And then there´s the naked, blue, puzzle-piece tattoo guy.