I think that’s just human nature, and this, for me, tags back to Team, so that helps me to identify myself,” Johnston said. “We like to put ourselves in groups or communities as people. Not only do tattoos remind individuals about important aspects of their lives, but Johnston believes tattoos provide a sense of identity for each individual. would always stop off on the trail to show us the flowers and their names and stuff like that,” Johnston said. “The whole line is ‘stay together/learn the flowers/go light,’ and that reminds me of Team and all the things we would do together. The poem is about raising kids, and although Johnston does not have kids himself, the poem still holds meaning for him. The words on Johnston’s tattoo come from “For the Children,” a Gary Snyder poem that one of his Team teachers read to his class. “It was just such a good community that really had a big impact on me.” All of the backpacking and hiking trips were really a challenge, both physically and mentally, but I really got to learn about myself and the world around us,” Johnston said.
“For me, represents the duality of the rational mind and the irrational heart,” Johnston said.īeneath the inked knot are the words “GO LIGHT,” representing Johnston’s time at Team, a program for juniors in the Tamalpais Union High School District incorporating academics, outdoor experiences and community service. Senior Spencer Johnston got his tattoo on his 18th birthday, an illustration of the infinite knot on the side of his calf. To unearth the deeper meanings behind tattoos in our community, both students and teachers shared the stories behind their tattoos. Though the art itself and the motives behind it varies depending on the individual, there is always a story hidden beneath the ink. Scientists have found evidence of tattoos dating back to circa 3250 B.C. For thousands of years, humans have tattooed their bodies, permanently decorating their skin with art.
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