Permanence: Recent Episodes
Permanence
I am a senior in high school. This is the home of my senior project. I am recording stories on tattoos. Each person has a story behind their tattoo, and each one is permanent; on their skin and in history.
Logo design by August Polite Cover photo by Nigel Law
Parting words & advice to anyone who's thinking about getting a tattoo.
Music: (And) The Winner Is by Mychel Danna
Brad didn't let me take any pictures of his tattoos because he doesn't want his students to see them.
I've known her since my first day of high school. I've waited four years to ask her about her tattoos, and finally did.
Shira never wanted to get a tattoo, but after reading an advice column, she needed to.
You can find it here: http://therumpus.net/2011/04/dear-sugar-the-rumpus-advice-column-71-the-ghost-ship-that-didnt-carry-us
Music Sorrow The Sun by Ketsa
He has tattoos all over his body. They have all different stories and meanings.
Music: Neon Skies by Lee Rosevere
She wants to have tattoo sleeves on each arm by 2020. Hear the story of Soli's first tattoo and the next two she plans on getting.
Music: Future Journeys by Ars Sonor Into by Raphae
This is the story behind the very first tattoo I ever encountered.
Music: Samo senke prolaze by Nafta
Leah's tattoo is on her rib cage. That's a pretty personal place, which is perfect, because her tattoo has a personal story.
Music: Awake My Soul by Mumford and Sons Hello My Old Heart by The Oh Hellos
Raoul's tattoos are all solid black, which means, "they are all going to hurt a lot."
Music: On Eagles Wings Friendly Tech by Dave Depper
Sarah tells the stories behind her two tattoo. What's this? One of them has been covered up? Find out why.
Music: Trellis by Podington Bear Fuge No Five by Maranda Taylor and Mike Hunchback
Nagee's tattoos are part of who he is. They represent his family, his fascination with Greek mythology, and the things he loves.
Music: Turning by Blue Dot Sessions Opium by Indikings