Tattoos. Given their permanence why is it that we sometimes put more thought into what we ll wear next Saturday night or our next haircut? As a tattoo specialist and writer for About.com Karen L. Hudson has talked to far too many people who regret their tattoos. After years of fielding questions and concerns about tattoo health she realized the need for a book that would cover all the bases of body art--from planning and choosing an artist to how to take care of your new piercing or tattoo afterwards. Living Canvas is a resource for body art enthusiasts whether you re thinking about getting your first or fifth tattoo planning for your next bod-mod or regretting a negative experience. Transforming one s body into a living canvas should not be taken lightly and Hudson covers the topics that too many people overlook. Encouraging readers to make safe smart body art choices Living Canvas is informative preventative and educational.