The Tattoo Design and the Study of the Motivational Sphere of Their Wearers

Art, inspiration, identity, self-expression, meaning. Here are some words that come to mind to describe the art and design of tattoos. For each wearer, the tattoo design is unique, even if the applied pattern is the same. The uniqueness of the design depends not only on the colour and quality of the personality’s skin or on the ink colour, but also on what is hidden under this bodily marking. For some people, this is just a tribute to fashion, the desire to be in the trend, not to get lost in the crowd. For others, tattoos tell stories, serve as a constant reminder of sign events in life or career, they are cultural links, they express feelings and ideas. It is difficult to imagine why in a world where life and everything in it changes at an incredible pace, where fashion and trends replace each other with a speed elusive to the eye, people want something permanent, that cannot be easily disposed of? The paper will thoroughly consider this modern trend from a psychological perspective, starting with the motivation for getting tattoos. In addition to the motives widely covered in scientific literature, the paper will also consider the motive of self-identification and the therapeutic effect that tattoo owners expect from their tattoos.