An exploration of the lived experiences of tattooed women.
Citation
(2016) An exploration of the lived experiences of tattooed women., no. 57.
Abstract
This research project explores the lived experiences of tattooed women. This research
was informed by previous literature which states that, historically tattooed women have
been discriminated against (Mifflin, 2013; Demello, 2000). That tattooing has become
more popular and more people are getting tattooed (Demello, 2000). Although, tattooed
individuals can sometimes face social stigma (Atkinson, 2003). Tattoos are linked with
self, identity (Mun et al., 2012), beauty and feminity (Segal, 2010). Also the way in
which women are represented in the media (Jones, 2014). These valuable pieces of
literature provided a contextual platform form which to conduct research. Goffman
(1959), Bell (1999), Foucault (1995) and Butler (2006) provided a theoretical base from
which to explain complex behaviours.