While some people write biographies to tell the story of their lives, others such as sailors, who get tattoos at each port, use their skin to tell their story. Like a logbook, their body reveals important moments in their lives.
A skull for a gothic adolescence, a little red heart symbolising your first true love, your university's logo to celebrate obtaining your degree: tattoos can also mark important stages and goals in life: passing your exams, getting your first job, break-ups and the birth of your children.