Knee surgery tattoo cover up

These 20 knee tattoos make us want to get some new ink ASAP.

Tattoos mean different things to different people around the world. For some they're nothing more than a fashion statement, while others get them for cultural reasons, like the Māori for instance. Many get them as a memento of a time, place, or person. But some people choose to get a tattoo for an entirely different reason, such as to cover up a scar for example.

Lately, tattoos have been viewed differently than they were a few years ago, as they’re no longer exclusively done for fashion or on a whim, but rather, they contain special meanings or may even cover painful moments. Perhaps that’s why artist Raquel Gauthier has dedicated a lot of effort to turning scars into works of art that make you want to show them off. At the same time, she posts her amazing work on both her Instagram account and her website.

Is your tattoo healing normally, or is it turning into an unsightly scar? Read our guide to tattoo scarring, including pictures and tips to fix it

I got this one to cover up reconstructive knee surgery #roses #tattoo

I wouldn't actually want this as a tattoo, but it's funny because I've had multiple knee surgeries, so it'd be very fitting

We already published an article about tattoos covering up birthmarks and another one about inking over scars so we figured why not do a piece that combines the two together. After all, millions of people have blemishes on their skin that they're not excited about and there are plenty of ways to transform them into works of art.