Before getting a tattoo many must first consider their own work environment. Johnson shares his point of view with readers, “Although tattoos are becoming more widely accepted in society, in some arenas of the professional world tattoos are still frowned upon or deemed to be unprofessional. Students, both with tattoos and those without tattoos, tend to view tattoos as normal or "mainstream" and agree that tattoos are found on many people today (Johnson, Manuel, Sheehan, 2007).” On one hand many people want others to know about their passions, which cause them to put there tattoos in a noticeable spot while others often consider the placement of the tattoo due to jobs and the employers views. Studies show that those with visible tattoos are less likely to be hired compared to those with hidden or no tattoos (Johnson). With this being said, many people choose to put their tattoo in a place where it is easily covered or hidden. “Tattooing: Mind, Body And Spirit. The Inner Essence Of The Art” written by Frankie J. Johnson displays reasons on why people are getting tattoos. The author argues that tattoos are apart of ones identity. A tattoo is found to be a linkage to the earth and the art around