Tattoos — The Upsides and Downsides
PRO: Provides A Sense of Community

The tattoo community is fairly close and even though Wall Street may be out of the picture, there are plenty of profitable alternatives within the tattooing world. Also, when attending conventions and other artistic shows, the tattoo community provides a social community that is supportive and encouraging. Many people within this community share similar views and are like-minded when it comes to the self-expression of artwork.
PRO: Memorial Benefits

The fact that tattoos stay with you for life — and do actually age well, is a great way to honor someone's life. Memorial tattoos are extremely popular and individuals who would have never gotten a tattoo prior to losing someone, see how healing it can be. A portrait of a loved one or even a pet is a great way to carry around and celebrate their memory.