The beginning of the 21st century has radically rewritten many constants in the art world, blurring the lines between high culture and what was previously considered mere craft or subculture. One of the most telling examples of this tectonic shift has been the absorption of the term “body art” by tattooing. What sixty years ago represented a radical, anti-museum performance, today is firmly associated with the work of a master forever transforming human skin. The exceptional solo exhibition of watercolors and tattoo photographs by artist Sanja Petrović titled “On Paper and Under the Skin,” organized by the City Museum of Sombor, provides an ideal opportunity to reflect on this ontological shift.
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Jordan Chiles Makes a Bold Debut: Tattoo Done Hours Before Sports Illustrated Runway Walk
Two-time Olympic medalist Jordan Chiles has once again proven that personal achievements and body art are inextricably linked. Ahead of the grand 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit show, held in Miami, the 24-year-old athlete decided on an instant performance: she got a new tattoo just a few hours before walking the runway and immediately showcased the fresh design to millions of viewers.
Tattoo as a Medical Gadget: “Living” Biosensors Change the Game
The art of tattooing has always been at the forefront of cultural and social change, but today it is taking a decisive step towards medicine and high technology. In October 2025, at the prestigious international synthetic biology competition iGEM in Paris, a team of students from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) caused a sensation. Their innovative concept, named “InkSight,” is not just a drawing on the skin, but a fully functional medical tool: a tattoo-biosensor that visually displays important health parameters.
Olympian’s Tattoo: How the Thai Symbol ‘Ubuntu’ Made the Dutch Prime Minister’s Fiancé an Asian Star
The political arena of the Netherlands is experiencing a historic moment: Rob Jetten, leader of the centrist D66 party, is preparing to take the prime minister’s seat, becoming not only the youngest head of government in the country’s history but also the first openly LGBTQIA+ leader. Jetten’s triumph, confirmed on November 5, 2025, sparked widespread jubilation. However, in Asia, public attention was captivated not by political achievements, but by his partner – Argentine Olympian Nicolás Keenan, whose body art triggered a viral wave of discussions in Thailand.
65 Years Old and 17 Tattoos: How Art Gave Her Back Her Life
In the world of tattoo culture, age is just a number, but the story of Sandy Olthous, a 65-year-old radio host from the San Francisco Bay Area, impresses even industry veterans. In an incredibly short period, just five months, Sandy got 17 large-scale tattoos on her body. This rapid “tattoo marathon,” which began in May 2025, became for her not just a whim, but a purposeful act of self-healing and regaining lost visibility, especially during a time when her husband, Josh Wallace, faced a serious illness.