I don't have any tats myself, and do see plenty that surly will come to be regretted.
But some of the traditional Polynesian designs are both dramatic and bold in design, and reflect a very high leavel of skill and artistry in their application.
http://www.apolynesiantattoo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/polynesian_tattoo_meanings_turtle_shells_design_sa mple.png.jpg
I did say they are bold. But there is a bit of symbolic meaning and a statement about the wearers place and function in the community .