Before I start, I should probably just reassure my mom who might be reading this – no mom, don’t worry, I’m not planning to get a tattoo…

Personally, marking my own body with a permanent design seems like a far too massive commitment. However, that doesn’t mean I don’t find it fascinating and intriguing when others choose to do so.

Briefly telling someone the story of your life is one thing… but inking it permanently onto your body for all to see  - that’s a whole other level of exposure. That’s why I was curious to see the tattoo expo at the Quai Branly Museum.

It’s pretty short but worth seeing! You learn about the history and evolution of tattoos as well as their symbolisms. Even cooler is the way they present different traditions carried out around the world. Who would have guessed that my ancestors probably all sported tattoos?!

Anyways, you don’t need to be a tattoo specialist to appreciate the beauty of its art… it’s just a very special exhibition and worth visiting.

à 37 Quai Branly, 75007 Paris