At what point does a tattoo become a work of art?

At what point does a tattoo become a work of art?

The first vision alludes to the creation from scratch of a design that may or may not contain a deep feeling for the artist and the bearer. It is art for the simple fact of being unique, from whom was born the inspiration of the things that together came to a single idea to make something unrepeatable in the world. Most artistic works work that way.

The second idea about the tattoo as an artwork responds to a more emotional feeling. It refers to the purely subjective feeling of the wearer: if for him his design responds to a need to have impregnated on the skin an image that represents an important event in his life, that will be enough to be considered a work of art.

Another aspect to consider would be the origin of the tattoo, that is, the artist who made it. Currently, tattooists are measured by level of popularity thanks to the preparation of a unique work that is distinguished from the rest. When they are identifiable by their designs they are considered true artists. Therefore, each work that comes from your hand and carry your own stamp will be considered automatically as a work of art.

There is a vital aspect to answer this question: works of art seek to be perpetuated for posterity. Tattoos have not yet achieved this action for obvious reasons: the death of their wearer. We can talk about a fleeting, passing art that will be enjoyed only a certain moment until extinction arrives. Works of art such as sculpture, painting, music or cinema have the means to withstand the passage of time and survive the death of their creators.

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