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Most agree that tattoos should have reasoning behind them. And frankly, we can always make one up even if there was no initial motive rather than just "why the heck not." Even bad tattoos can be justifiable if there is a motive behind the quirky design. Still, probably the best excuse (to tell your mom or grandma) for getting silly tattoos (that don't resonate with you on deeper levels) is that it makes you feel good, crack a smile, and, even better — makes you (or others) laugh. This is often the case with many funny tattoos.

They say you can't go wrong with memorial, pet tattoos, or tattoos that celebrate important milestones. For example, the birth of a child is an excellent reason for getting dad or mom tattoos! And honestly, if it brings you good emotions, that's a solid reason to get funny tattoo designs. Unlike tattoos of one's (probably now ex) partner, funny small tattoos are timeless and don't have an "expiration" date. Jokes aside, don't get us wrong, tattoo fails and awful tattoo designs (or execution) can also be hidden under the "funny" label. However, that doesn't change the fact they are a laugh a minute, if not for the owner, then for the rest of us!

Below, we've compiled some of the funniest tattoos we found that will hopefully make your day a little sunnier. Or make you rethink your next tattoo design or the tattoo parlor you plan to get it at! Did any of the funny tattoo ideas below make you giggle? Let us know by giving them an upvote! Perhaps you are also the owner of a funny tattoo? If so, let us know in the comments!

#1

My Girlfriend’s Tattoo Of Her Cat In A Shark Costume And Her Actual Cat In A Shark Costume

Cat wearing a shark hat next to an arm with funny tattoos, featuring a cat-shark design.

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    Finally Got To Do Something Creative With My Ugly Shoulder Scar

    Funny tattoo of a scuba diver welding on a man's chest.

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    #4

    I Was Born And Adopted From China So I Figured This Would Never Not Be Funny

    Wrist tattoo with "Made in China" text, showcasing a funny tattoo idea.

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    #7

    I've Been Living In Italy For A Year, And It's Common To See Things In English That Do Not Make Sense. Today, I Found The Winner

    Funny tattoo of the words "a potato" on a person's ankle wearing white socks and blue polka dot sneakers.

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    #8

    My Buddy Got This Amazing Tattoo

    Funny tattoo featuring a tombstone with "There better be dogs" text, adorned with colorful flowers.

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    #9

    Confused Mushroom

    Whimsical tattoo of a cute character sitting under a mushroom, showcasing funny tattoo art on an arm.

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    #13

    Ignorant Hitchhikers Inspired Slightly Silly Leg Piece

    Funny tattoo of a whale on leg, thinking if a falling plant wants to be friends.

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    le_smol_froge
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    petition to get this up to 42 upvotes EXACTLY

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    #15

    Funny Tattoo

    A funny tattoo of scissors and a dotted line on a foot.

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    sheetzy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is great! My feet are webbed like this too! Never thought about this as a tattoo!

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    #17

    This One Is Super Accurate

    Funny tattoo of a cartoon character's head as a donut with sprinkles and a bite taken out.

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    Nicole A
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a perfect mix of the Donut Homer from Treehouse of Horror 4 (season 5) plus the pink frosting and jimmies usually seen on Simpsons donuts.

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    #18

    I Went On A Date Today, He Proudly Showed Me This Tattoo

    Funny tattoo of a unicycle-riding frog pointing forward.

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    #19

    Cats Favorite Toy A "Bag"

    Funny tattoo of a cartoon cat peeking out from a bag on a person's leg.

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    #21

    I Don't Even Have The Words To Explain This

    Cartoon-inspired funny tattoo featuring stylized animal and person within a yin-yang design.

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    #22

    My First Tattoo, I Broke My Ankle, Had To Have Surgery And Wanted To Make My Scar Funny Rather Than Ugly

    Funny tattoo of crossed crutches with date Nov 8, 2013, on ankle.

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    Captain Awesome
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My son has this scar. Going to turn it into a fish skeleton.

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    #24

    Just A Happy Ladybug

    Cute and funny ladybug tattoo with a smiling face on skin.

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    Shadozfire
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ladybugs are good luck if they land on you.

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    #25

    It Looks Like My Coworker’s Tattoo Is Petting The Kitten

    Orange cat being held by a person with a funny tattoo of a hand and eye on their arm.

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    Rwby Couch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't the hand called "Thing?" I can't remember, I'm not exactly an Adam's family expert. Also, the cat is absolutely stunning😍

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    #26

    My Friend Decided To Cover Up The Tattoo Of His Ex Wife!

    Funny tattoo of a smiling woman turning into a red demon, designed with floral accents.

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    #27

    Kitten Cartoon Tattoo

    Funny tattoo of a cat humorously aligned with a wine glass on an arm.

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    #30

    Look At This Tattoo I Gave Myself While Drunk. How Much Do You Think I Should Regret This

    Funny tattoo on forearm with the phrase "Wake Up" in a casual room setting.

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    #31

    Who Thinks My Dad Should Get Lifetime Free KFC For This Tattoo

    Funny tattoo of a person and a spider design on a forearm, blending humor and art in an unexpected way.

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    #32

    I Love Tattoos With Commentary

    Man with funny tattoo reading "Don't Hate, I was 18" on his arm, wearing a red sports tank top at an event.

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    #33

    New Shark Tattoo

    Funny tattoo of a dinosaur riding a shark on skin.

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    Shadozfire
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The real truth behind the Loch Ness Monster.

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    #34

    Found This Hilarious Simpsons Tattoo

    Comic-style funny tattoo of a cartoon family portrait.

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    Iwontcookyoudinner
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's totally Gerald from Hey Arnold!! Absolutely hilarious 😂

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    #35

    My Friend Broke His Arm And The Surgery Misaligned His Tattoo

    Funny tattoos: a humorous tattoo design on an arm, featuring a vintage-style face with a scar and a coffin labeled "Done".

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    Mimi La Souris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True question : is it easy to do ? - not the broken part, the alignement part, you silly :)

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    #36

    Funny Far Side Tattoo, Evan Reynolds, Grand Ave

    Funny tattoo of a cow barbecuing on a leg, showing creative humor in tattoo art.

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    Russ Kincade
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I miss The Far Side. Broke all the rules of the genre.

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    #37

    I Drunkenly Tattooed Some Inspiration On Myself From Nessie

    Tattoo of a doodle dinosaur with the humorous phrase "Believe in Yourself" on skin.

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    Mike_The_Nike
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    believe in yourself… not to get that drunk again

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    #38

    What Are Your Thoughts?

    Funny tattoo of a cartoon character with the text "Is this a cool tattoo?"

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    #40

    This Peppa Pig Tattoo

    Funny tattoo with a quirky face design featuring realistic eyes on an arm.

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    #41

    This Guys Argyle Sock Tattoo

    Man with funny tattoos resembling argyle socks, standing at a checkout counter.

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    #43

    Table Cat Memes Are Always Hilarious

    Funny tattoo of a cat's face on a person's arm in a tattoo studio.

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    #46

    My Friend Abel Has Cool Ideas. I Just Tattoo Them

    Funny tattoo of a man riding a fish on someone's arm.

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    Nikki Sevven
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of the "Rusty Lake" game series. (Don't look it up unless your sense of humor is dark.)

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    #47

    Don’t Mess With Mary Anne And Wanda

    Funny tattoos of cartoon chickens with tiny hats and guns on two arms.

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    #48

    Are You Sure?

    Funny tattoo of a person lighting dynamite in their mouth with text "Everything Is OK."

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    Shadozfire
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you picture this tattoo covered in all that hair?? I can!! 🤣🤣

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    #52

    From There To Here, From Here To There, Funny Things Are Everywhere

    Funny tattoo of a quirky creature with big mustache and glasses on an arm.

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    Magnifico Giganticus
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's funny because I was thinking about getting a Star-bellied Sneetch.

    #53

    Always Bright Look On Side The Of Life

    Funny tattoo with jumbled text saying, "Always look on the bright side of life," on an arm with a colorful background.

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    Lxmonboba
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sings* Always bright look on side the of life

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    #54

    I've Been Getting Drunk And Waking Up With Tattoos

    Funny tattoo of two dancing cats on a person's arm.

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    #56

    If You're Ever Feel Stupid, Just Remember That You Did Not Try To Tattoo Yourself With No Experience... With A Tattoo Gun From Amazon...

    Funny tattoo of a stick figure pushing a door on an arm, creating a humorous illusion.

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    #57

    Does This Count? Because I’m Pretty Sure She Doesn’t Realize If It Does

    Funny tattoo of a quirky octopus on a person's shoulder.

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    #58

    A Goat From Simpsons Movie

    Funny tattoo of a goat with multiple eyes on an arm, stars above.

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    Take me to dinner first
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like Leland's therapist aka boss aka devil from Evil

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    #59

    Dino Music

    Funny tattoo of a dinosaur carrying a vinyl record on its back, located above an ankle wearing a white sock and blue shoe.

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    Cat Chat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎶 Everyone Walk the Dinosaur 🎶

    #60

    Hands Up

    Funny tattoo of a pixelated orange Pac-Man with a gun chasing a pink ghost on skin.

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    #62

    Fun Little Christopher

    Funny tattoo of a minimalist smiley face on skin, designed in bold black lines.

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    #63

    The Concept Looked So Promising

    Funny tattoo with lion in cross design beside original concept sketch on Italy map background.

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    #64

    Don’t Take Directions From This Woman

    Compass tattoo on woman's back in floral dress, showcasing funny tattoo design.

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    Nikki Sevven
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, don't take directions from her tattoo artist.

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    #65

    Don't Get Drunk On A British Fishing Island, Because Oyster Tattoos

    A funny tattoo of an eye on a woman's shoulder, resembling a landscape with a pearl.

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    #66

    My Awesome Star Wars Tattoo

    Funny tattoo of "Star Wars" on a person's skin, with a humorous appearance.

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    #68

    A Girl I Went To High School With Has This On Her Upper Thigh

    A funny tattoo of a tiger with a rose hat on a person's arm.

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    #69

    When You're Drunk And Your Friends Tattoos You

    Funny tattoo of a cartoon character holding a skateboard on someone's arm.

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    #70

    An Almost Inspiring Tattoo... Find Your Way Own

    Compass tattoo with the words "Find Your Own Way."

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    Joshie.Bean
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No because it's a compass so you go clockwise

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    #71

    Is That Afoot On A Foot... Yep

    Funny tattoo of a foot with squiggly toes and whimsical text, creating a humorous design.

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    Rougarou Cher
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The foot on the foot should have a foot that has a foot.

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    #72

    Depressed Bee

    Funny tattoo of a human-faced bee with curly hair and striped body.

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    BLONDTROBL
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She could have at least been given a crown! 👑

    #73

    Friend Bought A Tattoo Gun On Amazon For £100. Tattooed Darth Vader On Himself

    Funny tattoo on a leg depicting a simplistic outline of a character with a cape and sword.

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    #74

    Erm... A Lion?

    Funny tattoo of a lion's face on an upper arm, featuring exaggerated expression and bold outlines.

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    #75

    Weird Looking Baby

    Funny tattoo of a smiling cherub with a bonnet and halo, designed to amuse and entertain.

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    BLONDTROBL
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone please wipe that devil baby's nose.

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    #76

    The More I Look At It, The Less I Like Oranges

    A funny tattoo of vibrant oranges with leaves and flowers on an arm.

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    BLONDTROBL
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think those are supposed to be peaches 🍑

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    #78

    So My Friend Just Got A New Tattoo... I Wonder When She'll Figure It Out

    Funny tattoo with a text typo: "A Love Thicker Then Blood" on a person's back.

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    #79

    Scars Dont Heal

    Funny tattoo on arm saying, "SCARS DON'T HEAL #HARAMBE" on a person's shoulder.

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    The Other Other White Meat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They did a terrible job on this tattoo and you can't convince me otherwise.

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    #80

    "Anahor Me In Your Love" This Was My Couples Tattoo For Getting Married On Sunday

    Funny tattoo of an anchor with text saying "Anhor me in your love" on a person's leg.

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    #81

    When You Wait 3 Weeks For The “Bruise” From Your Tattoo To Go Away Only To Figure Out It’s Actually Terribly Blown Out And Will Never Go Away

    Funny tattoo with the text "YOU'VE GOT SPIRIT, KID" and a unique black ink design in the center.

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    Bored Trash Panda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This tattoo artist is way to heavy handed. I had this happen on my hip tattoo

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    #83

    Local "Shop" Delivers Yet Again

    Funny tattoo of Hulk with a small Superman on an arm.

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    #84

    Expectation vs. Reality... I Don’t Wana Talk About It

    Funny tattoo of a cicada: comparison of sketch and final tattoo design on skin.

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    #85

    Let's Call It - Yikes

    Funny tattoo of a cartoon mermaid and fish under the sea, showcasing humor and vibrant colors.

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    Shadozfire
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's call it a very hard thing to cover up!

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    #87

    Drunk Coworker Was Given A Tattoo From A Drunk Band Member At A Small Concert

    Arm with funny tattoo featuring stylized text and smiley face.

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    Nikki Sevven
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The world is awesome, though. What you mean is "fück a large percentage of the population."

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    #88

    I Call This One My "Beer Belly"

    Funny tattoo of a beer mug with frothy top on someone's stomach.

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    #89

    Custom English

    Hand with funny tattoo text featuring misspellings.

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    Cat Chat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wilhoul skool your have tattoos lhis be tike

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    #90

    Getting Not One, But Two Corporate Logos Tattooed On You

    Funny tattoos on legs, featuring an Apple logo and a blue tree, seen on a person wearing sandals in a casual setting.

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    #91

    “My Friend Gives Good Tattoos And He’s Only Asking For Tips” Says My Girlfriend

    Minimalist crescent moon tattoo, humorously resembling a banana shape, on a forearm wrapped in protective plastic.

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    Nikki Sevven
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tip: Tattooing is not your forté. You should try something else.

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