Asian Water Buffalo
February 11, 2010 by Poty · Leave a Comment
Carabao or “Asian Water Buffalo” is the National Animal of the Philippines. They are known for their invaluable contributions especially in rice fields. They have so much strength that’s why they are extensively used in farms, rice fields and forest.
Like carabao, Filipinos are hardworking and capable of doing anything, anywhere in the world.
This one is from Chris of Germany. It is composed of the word “Philippines”, carabao and the 3 stars and a sun in the middle.
Sun of Hope
February 5, 2010 by Poty · Leave a Comment
The message of this tattoo is so simple unlike what you can see on the entire tat. Guess what? This simply means “HOPE”. Yes it is! Filipinos are full of hope that’s why we still managed to smile in our greatest fall.
This one is from Jai of Cebu City, Philippines. The tat is composed of tribal sun in a tribal background.
An amazing art done by Jo Simpelo.
My Heritage
January 22, 2010 by Poty · Leave a Comment
This tattoo of Rodney Lucindo from Manila, Philippines was done when he was in the US. He wanted everybody to know that he is a Filipino.
Above his tattoo are the words “Pinoy Pride” and the whole tattoo looks like a tiger with different face. It’s up to you on how you will interpret this tattoo.
Credits to Puppet for this tattoo.
Koi & Baybayin
January 11, 2010 by Poty · Leave a Comment
Acid of Boston has this very symbolic tattoo of Koi in his back.
“Koi” fish have been used in Chinese artworks long time ago. It was said that Koi tattoos are for good luck and fortune. Aside from that, it also represents courage, love and wealth depends on the color and direction they are swimming.
It symbolizes “courage” because human swims to ocean of sufferings without fear just like a fish that swims through water. It is a sign of “love” because Koi means love. It can be either “romantic love” or “passionate love.” It can also bring “wealth” if the tattoo is in harmony with your body and surroundings.
His Baybayin reads Malayang Tao
Ambigram Style Part 2
January 8, 2010 by Poty · Leave a Comment
If you will remember, this tattoo was already featured in the latter articles. The first part was the plain “Castro” in Ambigram style. But this time the surname Castro was background with 3 Stars and a Sun. What a very great combination! Look at how the 3 Stars and a Sun was made and blended with the first tattoo.
Again, this is from Jobeng Castro of Davao City. Credits to Rhostie and Yong for this tattoo.
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