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Sailor Jerry and the Origin of American Traditional Tattoos

Sailor Jerry and the Origin of American Traditional Tattoos

by jjibrantattoo | Jun 18, 2026 | Traditional Tattoo

If you’ve seen bold swallows, anchors with ribbons, pin-up girls, or panthers tattooed on anyone — you’ve seen Sailor Jerry’s influence. He didn’t invent American traditional tattooing, but he perfected and codified the style we now recognize....
American Traditional vs. Neo-Traditional Tattoos: What’s the Difference?

American Traditional vs. Neo-Traditional Tattoos: What’s the Difference?

by jjibrantattoo | May 11, 2026 | Traditional Tattoo

“Traditional” and “neo-traditional” sound like close cousins, but they’re actually pretty different styles with different histories, techniques, and aesthetic rules. If you’re trying to decide between them, here’s a...

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