Tattoos in today's society have become so common that doctors, teachers, and even executives sport them. The idea of a tattooed "bad boy" is in the past.

Since the early 2000s, the amount of people getting tattoos has spiked immensely. Even though tattooing has always been an art people, people are finally seeing it from more of the artistic standpoint. Tattooing has been around since ancient Egypt, using soot and a heavy needle. The new canvas for this ancient old practice is the human body and people are getting extremely creative, creating wonderful works of art.

We are free to get tattoos of anything we like, from a literal portrait to a beach setting, but back in ancient times, it wasn't seen as such. People were to get tattooed if they were criminals to let all know of their shortcoming. It then slowly become a sign of nobility and the wealthy endured the pain to show who they were. It was not very common for hundreds of years until the 20th century and began to pick up clout. Even though it still doesn't bode well with all people, it's becoming a more common occurrence.

Although in some work settings people are asked to cover up, not all companies ask that. It is becoming more of a norm than not having any at all. Some people will say that it is a trend done mostly by young people but, many older people are getting tattoos and loving it.

Just like it isn't a generational idea, it isn't just one type of groups idea either. People with many different styles have tattoos as well, it isn't just the grungy rockers or emotional hipsters. I have seen ministers and doctors who have ink covering their whole body, and no one is judging them because of the amazing jobs they do.

Walking around literally anywhere you can see the bright colors peeking through shirts colors or the black and white shadows on forearms and notice all the many different people who wear them and the beauty they bring.

Though not all people are okay with tattoos and still think of them as unprofessional, that is obviously changing and quickly. They are art and should be displayed freely if it isn't hurting or offending any other people.