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Tattoo stencils are both loved and hated in the tattoo industry and in tattoo culture.
Some see it as a disgrace to the art and the integrity of tattooing. Most people in the
industry advocate tattoos that represent a person’s emotions, feelings, past experiences,
and inner essence. Others disagree with this notion and promote the use of tattoo stencils
for accuracy, symmetry, and ease of use. This is a short guide to explain the history of
tattoo stencils, what the pros and cons about them are, and how they are used.