As I sat in my studio, surrounded by vintage tattoo flash sheets and eclectic trinkets, I stumbled upon an old armchair that had been passed down through my family. Its once-vibrant upholstery…
Author: MaoRita Jones
I am MaoRita Jones, and I believe that each tattoo is a living tapestry, weaving together the threads of personal stories and cultural heritage. Growing up amidst the vibrant art scene of San Francisco, I learned to see the world through a kaleidoscope of diverse influences and traditions, which I now channel into my work as a Tattoo Anthropologist. My mission is to explore and celebrate the rich narratives embedded in tattoo art, connecting the past with the present while inspiring others to embrace their own unique journeys. With every design I create or analyze, I aim to preserve the beauty of human stories, one inked masterpiece at a time.
Thrift Store Rescue: How to Safely Rewire an Old Lamp
As I sit here, surrounded by vintage tattoo flash sheets and the soft glow of a newly restringing a lamp project, I’m reminded that even the most mundane tasks can hold a…
Why Everyone Is Rewrite in Rust: a Pragmatic Guide for Beginners
As I sit here, surrounded by my vintage tattoo flash sheets, I’m reminded of the first time I tried to get started with Rust. I was intimidated by the steep learning curve,…
The Most Peaceful Corner of the Conflict: Visiting the Wakhan Corridor
As I sat in my small studio, surrounded by vintage tattoo flash sheets and the faint scent of ink, I found myself pondering the allure of Exploring the Wakhan Corridor. This rugged…
Don’t Replace It: Why ‘repair Culture’ Is the Ultimate Rebellion
I still remember the smell of old leather and freshly sharpened pencils in my grandfather’s workshop, where he’d spend hours _breathing new life_ into broken objects. It was there that I first…
The Poor Man’s Cruise: Camping on the Deck of the Alaska Marine Highway
As I sat on the dock, watching the Ferry to Alaska disappear into the horizon, I couldn’t help but think of the countless stories it held within its rusty hull. The notion…
No Port Forwarding Needed: Exposing Local Apps Safely With Cloudflare Tunnels
As I sit here, surrounded by my vintage tattoo flash sheets, I’m reminded of the _intricate balance_ between security and self-expression. You see, just like a well-crafted tattoo, a Cloudflare Tunnels Guide…
Will a Nursing Home Bankrupt You? the Brutal Math of Long-term Care Insurance
I still remember the day my grandmother had to move into a nursing home – the smell of disinfectant and the sound of beeping machines are forever etched in my memory. As…
No Port Forwarding Needed: Exposing Local Apps Safely With Cloudflare Tunnels
As I sit here, surrounded by my vintage tattoo flash sheets, I’m reminded of the _importance of security_ in the digital world, much like the permanence of a tattoo on our skin….
The True Cost of a $5 Shirt: Why You Should Quit Fast Fashion
As I sit here, surrounded by my collection of vintage tattoo flash sheets, I’m reminded of the _delicate balance_ between self-expression and sustainability. The debate over Slow Fashion vs Fast Fashion has…