Relentless

More people now have tattoos than ever before.

What once was a marker of originality is now one of conformity. But, there are tattoos and there are TATTOOS.

At Relentless, when we talk tats, we are not talking about tramp-stamps or your average crotch dwelling cartoon character. We are referring to the latter. TATTOOS.

The type that adorned ancient warriors as symbols of superiority, success and sacrifice.

The type that were administered by hand with a tiny chisel in unsanitary conditions. Ancient markings that meant you have suffered and would suffer for what it is you believe in.

Whether you believe beauty is only skin deep or real only confidence comes from within, there is no arguing with how impressive can be.

We were reminded of this when we found this little gem online. It's a video about Japanese tattoo master, Horiyoshi III.