Juan Pablo Pino, a Colombian soccer player was allegedly arrested in Saudi Arabia for publicly displaying a tattoo of Jesus on his arm. How is this related to Filipinos? Most of the tattoo artists in Saudi are Filipino but have to operate on the down-low because of the strict Shariah laws.

The Arab News also reported that Filipino tattoo artists are operating illegally in Saudi Arabia, providing Saudis tattoos from makeshift parlors in their homes. Tattoo-seekers pay upwards of 70 percent more than the going rate in other countries because tattoo artists are so difficult to find.

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No doubt, Filipinos are hardworking ones. In the country and in abroad, no one can beat the perseverance and dedications of Filipinos. They can live in whatever country and will do everything for the sake and betterment of their family.

And as tribute, Joe of Stockton CA had this tattoo to represent his family and whole Filipinos as well.

Do you notice, Filipinos are everywhere around the world. And that makes them world class.

An outlined Philippine Island is what Travish from Oxnard, CA had on his arm as a representation of his root. Like other half blood, Travish is one proud half-Filipino. Since he is living outside the Philippines, his tattoo reminds him of his origin and that he should also live like a Filipino.

Some say people gets themselves tattooed because they want to show their revenge on matters that broke or hurt them like love, family, etc. Same like Michael from Philippines,  he had this tattoo as a representation of his broken family. He describes the meaning as “I am a Fallen Angel from above, I still forward to become human. I got executed by falling inlove to a mortal”.

3 Stars and a Sun of Philippine flag is the concept of Brian’s tattoo. 3 Stars and a Sun has been very familiar tattoo design because it is one of the identities of Filipinos. When you say “3 Stars and a Sun” it means “I am a Filipino”. Many proud Filipinos are having this kind of tattoo because it gives pride to the country and to the bearer itself.

Filipinos are known for their being religous for religion has been the central part of their life. Actually, Philippines has the most number of Catholics in Asia. His tattoo reminds him of Jesus always in his heart and side. He called his tattoo as “Tribal Jesus”.

Wanting to honor his son, Rennie Torres had this tattoo in which he had his son’s name etch on his right arm. Using Baybayin, Rennie thought that this tattoo would be perfect for him as a 100% Filipino and his son as half-Filipino.

Like many others, Rennie got the translation of his son Maddox’s name at www.pinoytattoos.com. You too can translate yours!

This tattoo of Sarah from Olympia, WA is one of her reminders in stopping and breathing when she thinks her life is in rush. Even though she is not a full blooded Pinoy, deep in her heart she is. In fact, she is very proud of her heritage and culture she go commute a lot (which is very typical in the Philippines). Aside from that, she works hard which is one beautiful traits of Filipinos. Artwork from Christian Cabuay

For Gillan, his tattoo means that Philippines is always the sun of his life, giving him the light of hope and shine of freedom.

He is planning of having a second tattoo. Any suggestion of his second tattoo guys?

The PinoyTattoos.com mobile app is now available for FREE at the Android Market. Right now it’s just blog updates and videos. New features will be added soon. What do you want to see?

If you like this app, you might be interested in the upcoming Baybayin Translator app for Apple and Android coming soon.